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2 weeks ago in Sports
Paige Bueckers says it’s all business with Azzi Fudd as they try to win with the Dallas Wings
Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers said her relationship with teammate and fellow No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd will have no effect on what they do on the court as they try to turn around a franchise with a long history of losing.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Federal agency casts further uncertainty on Illinois’ credit card ‘swipe fee’ law
Measure slated for a May appellate court hearing prior to July 1 effective date.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Michael Jackson streams skyrocket after ‘Michael’ biopic opening weekend, up 95% in the US
Michael Jackson once sang "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough." For fans of the King of Pop's music, it's words to live by: Streams of his catalog jumped 95% in the U.S. over the weekend when compared with the same dates the previous weekend.
2 weeks ago in National
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting
The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing
Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Illinois launches online resources for households on federal food assistance
In public-private partnership, the sites share work, training and volunteer opportunities.
2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Tourism is up in Springfield, but downtown businesses are hurting
While Illinois’ capital still grapples with post-pandemic challenges in the city center, officials anticipate record tourism numbers for 2026.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Chicago Bears provide Caleb Williams with weapons in draft but struggling pass rush gets little help
The Bears failed to draft a defensive end and the only defensive lineman they took was South African Jordan van den Berg of Georgia Tech in the sixth round.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says a tie-up with American Airlines would be good for travelers
“I was hoping to pitch that story to American, but they declined to engage and instead responded by publicly closing the door.”
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Fast-moving storms batter the Midwest, flooding streets and stranding commuters
“The greatest area of concern is across central Missouri into southern Illinois and into southeast Missouri,” Evan Bentley, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, said on X.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Suspect in shooting of 2 Chicago officers allegedly pulled handgun from under blanket at hospital
“This shooting was a stark and heartbreaking reminder of the dangers our officers face all too often on this job,” the superintendent said.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
UPDATE: Monday morning storms cause little damage in Springfield area; Round 2 possible with Tornado Watch in effect
Gusty winds, some downed trees and power lines, and large hail was reported.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Autopsy conducted on man who died after being hit by ISP squad car
Charles Henderson died from "multiple blunt force injuries."
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Chamber, SSGA go to Washington
The CEO Of the Greater Chamber of Commerce, Mike Murphy was on the WTAX Morning NewsWatch to discuss the Community Fly-in to Washington DC and other tops in the community.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories
Route 66 anniversary, other events throughout May
Get your kicks on RT 66...Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield was on The WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming RT66 100th Anniversary Events that are happening right here in the capitol city...
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Clinton man in custody; wife was beaten to death
Nicholas Smith, 35, is accused.
2 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Local schools combat truancy
Sangamon County truancy court returns.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the 1960s bee-hived pop band the Ronettes, dies
Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the 1960s bee-hived pop band the Ronettes, who sang the enduring hits "Be My Baby," "Baby I Love You" and "Walking in the Rain" alongside her cousins, has died. She was 80.
2 weeks ago in Sports
The Mets, Red Sox and Phillies aren’t out — but they’re very much down
Right now, FanGraphs still gives the Red Sox a 34% chance of making the playoffs, and the Phillies and Mets each a 33% chance. That means there's a decent shot one of those three teams will turn it around and reach the postseason. But so far this season has been dire for each of them.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Melanie C says she’s bringing joy to the club with ‘Sweat,’ an athletic album from the Spice Girl
Get your heart pumpin'. She'll make you "Sweat." Such is the promise sung by the artist known as Melanie C, or Mel C and Sporty Spice of the game-changing '90s girl group Spice Girls, in the lead single from her ninth album of the same name.
