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2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Taylorville chosen as first community in Ameren Illinois’ new Energize Your Town program
Mayor Bruce Berry said Ameren first approached city leaders about the concept more than a year ago.
2 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Springfield schools praise new state school evaluation model
Scott says the state's new evaluation model is based more on specific criteria, and that any improvement could be recognized.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, History, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories
Tom Irwin’s latest song is about the Mother Road
"Route 66 Runs Right through It All."
2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
We have a budget, and we also have Bacon Day
A resolution saluting Illinois pork producers passed on the next-to-last day of session.
2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Tying Route 66 and running
Ultrarunner visited postrace event at Motorheads.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
IL plans new Crest Hill prisons to replace Logan Correctional Center
Logan Correctional will remain open during construction, and there is no tentative opening date for the Crest Hill facility.
2 weeks ago in Business, Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Glock ban, prescription drug board among measures that stall in final days
Bills likely to be discussed throughout the summer for possible revival in veto session.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Sané, Havertz score as Germany beats US 2-1, heads to World Cup with 9-game winning streak
The 16th-ranked United States has lost nine straight games to European opponents dating to 2022.
2 weeks ago in Education, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Menopause event aims to go ‘beyond the scale’
The event is part of the center’s ongoing “Beyond the Scale” series and will feature two regional medical experts specializing in menopause care.
2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Law firm expansion headlines downtown business moves
Haxel Law expands, ISP Heritage Foundation moves.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Now-cleared ‘Broadview 6’ immigration protesters seek evidence of White House pressure to indict
Acting AG Todd Blanche defends Chicago’s U.S. attorney as calls for his resignation mount.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories
Balloon portion of Balloons Over 66 to return after brief cancellation
Balloons Over 66 announced Tuesday it would discontinue the portion due to a lack of "consistent support" and "financial backing" needed to fly the balloons.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Springfield first responders mark National Doughnut Day with doughnut-eating contest
The Salvation Army partners with first responders because tradition calls for feeding doughnuts to American heroes.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Bears sign safety Dillon Thieneman and center Logan Jones ahead of minicamp
The Bears begin a mandatory three-day minicamp on Tuesday.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Cubs president Jed Hoyer says talented team will break out of slump, but needs to do so soon
Hoyer says the Cubs, with a deep starting lineup and strong defensive play, shouldn't be wallowing at the .240 winning percentage they've had since May 9.
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Chris Richards trains with U.S. team with World Cup deadline looming
The U.S. is coming off a 3-2 victory over Senegal on Sunday.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Hurricanes thriving in high-pressure playoff settings as Stanley Cup Final shifts West for Game 3
The Carolina Hurricanes have spent months regrouping quickly after losses and they have proven unshaken by the challenge of playing in hostile arenas or in next-goal-wins extra time.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Bears say they are moving forward with Northwest Indiana location for new stadium
The Chicago Bears are looking to build a stadium in Northwest Indiana after a proposal to provide financial incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in Illinois stalled in the state legislature.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
It’s time to run Route 66
Tourism Chief, Scott Dahl, guest runner for the 5k, Dean Karnazes, and a part of the festivities, Alex Klymco all "ran" to the WTAX Morning Newswatch to tell Will Stevenson all about the fun!
3 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Pritzker to suspend tax breaks for data centers, urging more discussion
The governor cited growing impacts on energy affordability and water resources.
