3 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Caleb Williams and Bears trounce Panthers 59-37 in highest-scoring season opener in NFL history

Johnson's prolific Bears broke a franchise record for points in an opener, a mark that had stood since 1948, when Chicago hung 45 points on Green Bay at Wrigley Field.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Kyle Larson surges to second in NASCAR postseason Chase heading to Bristol track he’s dominated

After a timely win in NASCAR’s Chase, Larson is only nine points behind postseason leader Denny Hamlin and within striking distance of a second straight Cup Series title.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National

Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, another likely Democratic presidential contender, has consistently criticized state-level bans and restrictions on transgender athletes, calling them “bullying” and a “setback for equality.”

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Practical Magic 2’ conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million

"Practical Magic 2" conjured a box-office victory this weekend, opening atop the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor grew from a modest theatrical performer into a cult favorite.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘The Pitt’ looks to repeat and ‘Widow’s Bay’ could bring an epic wave as Emmy Awards arrive

The 78th Emmy Awards are here. "The Pitt" will look to find its place in the television pantheon and "Widow's Bay" will ride a storm of buzz into the ceremony Monday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Celine Dion thrills fans with emotional comeback concert after overcoming rare illness

She hit the high F, held it, then blew out a breath and turned to look back at the band — a quick, disbelieving glance toward her musical director. Some 30,000 people read it before they had finished screaming: Celine Dion did it.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

3 weeks ago in Sports

US women show some vulnerability ahead of LA Games capturing 5th straight World Cup basketball title

The names may change, but the results are the same for the U.S. women's basketball team — another FIBA World Cup title. The Americans' fifth championship in a row came Sunday in a 97-79 victory over France. It wasn't as easy as the previous four, with the U.S. showing some vulnerability throughout the tournament.

3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Resetting the AL and NL postseason races with 2 weeks left in the regular season

Clinching season has begun, with the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers becoming the first teams to wrap up spots in the postseason.

3 weeks ago in Business, Education, Local

District 186 does the best it can with bus routes, said officials

Concerns about how and when routes were figured out this school year, but on-time performance is on the way up.

3 weeks ago in History, IL State News, Local, National

Remembering September 11th…by also remembering September 12th

The Ride to Remember couldn't be held, but a State Capitol ceremony Sunday was.

3 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Local

Progress on the Bus Stop

The owners of the downtown bar, which the water main break washed out before it could even open, are looking at three possible downtown locations.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Septembers with the most precipitation in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the wettest Septembers in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

3 weeks ago in Crime, Entertainment, IL State News, National

Rapper Lil Durk acquitted of murder-for-hire at Los Angeles trial

The jury deliberated for three days before acquitting Lil Durk, the 33-year-old Grammy-winning Chicago hip-hop artist best known for the 2023 hit “All My Life,” of conspiracy, stalking resulting in death and murder for hire.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Sports

Roy throws late TD pass, lifts FCS-member Illinois State past Northern Illinois 28-24

Roy's game-winning score capped an 11-play, 75-yard drive that chewed 5:31 off the clock.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Nate Sheppard scores 3 TDs, Duke rallies to beat Illinois 31-27 for its sixth straight win

The victory was the sixth straight for the defending ACC champion Blue Devils.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Ellie — Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

"A good young dog who deserves a fresh start."

3 weeks ago in Holiday Guide, IL State News, Local, National

Honoring 9/11 by cleaning up Camp Butler

This is one of many volunteer opportunities at the cemetery.

3 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local

Mental health is health

September is Suicide Prevention Month.

3 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local, National

Diesel prices are hitting record highs at a bad time for many US farmers

The spike adds to an already tough year for these farmers, who also faced higher costs for fertilizer, seeds and equipment.