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2 weeks ago in World
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake shakes Panama, prompting evacuations
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Panama on Friday morning, shaking buildings in the capital and prompting evacuations.
Riverton man wanted for July video gaming terminal burglary at local bar
Troy Rathbone allegedly had a hand in breaking into Mama Lee's Sandbar on Mechanicsburg Road back in July.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Local
Mobile comedy venue ‘Rolling Laughs’ rolls to success in first season
One more pop-up show this season, but plenty more appearances for Cassandra Simpson.
2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Education, Farm, IL State News, Local
FFA students feed hungry farmers
The lunch bags contained pork burgers, chips, a cookie and trail mix. A bottle of water was also included.
2 weeks ago in Crime, Education, IL State News, National
Man who threatened mass shooting at McKendree University pleads guilty
The messages he sent in 2025 repeatedly invoked the phrase ‘pain and tears forever.'
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports
Report: Illinois tax revenue from gambling increased 19% last year
Sports betting, video gambling continue to drive increase.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti ‘optimistic’ College Football Playoff will expand from 12 to 24
That window was scheduled to end Friday but Petitti indicated during his remarks at Big Ten men's basketball media day that the deadline had been extended.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Bears have opportunity to show again they’ve gained the upper hand in their rivalry with Packers
Chicago has won three of its past four meetings with the Packers, who had beaten the Bears 11 straight times from 2019-24.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
White Sox look to bounce back after 2 straight losses to Guardians at home in ALDS
The White Sox are going to a winner-take-all finale in their AL Division Series against Cleveland after a pair of disappointing defeats
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear, dies at 86
Ditka's family announced the death on Friday in a statement.
2 weeks ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Still more to learn about the Mother Road
The Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference is in Springfield.
2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
First suicide memorial by a US archdiocese signals a compassionate shift by the Catholic Church
The archdiocese says the “At Peace” memorial at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery is the first of its kind by any U.S. archdiocese.
2 weeks ago in National
Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast
Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Giannis Antetokounmpo
Tyler Herro understands the skepticism surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks now that they've traded away Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP who led the franchise to its first title in half a century.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Lightsaber Darth Vader used in ‘I am your father’ duel in ‘Empire Strikes Back’ goes up for auction
In July, a lightsaber with Luke Skywalker's severed hand from "The Empire Strikes Back" sold for $3.75 million at auction, the highest price ever fetched for a prop used in a "Star Wars" film according to the auction house. Now, someone can buy the saber that did the severing.
2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local
Illinois launches low-interest grain storage loan program for farmers
The announcement comes as farmers struggle with high operating costs, tariffs and an unpredictable market.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local
Viakable announces $55 million expansion at Illinois manufacturing facility
Company hopes to increase manufacturing capacity for country’s electrical infrastructure market.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National
Trump administration denies Illinois’ request for disaster relief — again
State sought FEMA help after days of severe weather in August.
FBI arrests Springfield man on federal charges
Mark Casey, 46, allegedly made threats against federal officials.
