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3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ is no match for ‘Super Mario’ or ‘Hail Mary’ at the box office

"The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" and "Project Hail Mary" dominated the North American box office again this weekend, leaving "Lee Cronin's The Mummy" in third place for its debut.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Amy Winehouse’s father loses legal bid for funds friends made selling singer’s memorabilia

A London judge ruled Monday against the father of Amy Winehouse who sued his daughter's friends for profiting off the late singer's memorabilia.

University of Illinois Springfield theatre professor and faculty union president Dathan Powell speaks at a news conference about the UIS faculty strike. Cheers erupted from the crowd as he spoke about his experiences bargaining with the university. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)

3 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Tentative deal at UIS

Class resumes Monday.

Inky -- Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Inky — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Are you looking for a "house panther"?

Baron -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Baron — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

The shelters are full! Adopt or foster a pet like Baron today!

Security guard in a neon-yellow jacket standing at a metal detector, viewed from behind.

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Coming soon to council chambers: security?

Aldermen say increasing threats worry them.

The National Weather Service will be surveying storm damage from Friday's weather outbreak in Central Illinois.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

NWS: At least 7 tornadoes in Central Illinois Friday night

Seven tornadoes are preliminarily reported as EF-1.

Healthcare planning

3 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Experts: Planning healthcare decisions crucial

“Life is unpredictable, and it is so important to start the conversations with your family and your loved ones, so in the event something happens, they know that they are making the right decisions and the decisions you would want on your behalf,” Geer said.

Men's gymnastics

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Fred Richard wins 2nd straight all-around crown, Stanford wins 11th NCAA gymnastics championship

Competition was held at the University of Illinois.

severe weather

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

UPDATE: Powerful winds and reported tornadoes rip through the Midwest, leaving heavy damage but no deaths

“We are extremely fortunate that this storm did not result in loss of life or serious injury,” Stephenson County Sheriff Steve Stovall said of the storm that hit Lena, Illinois, on Friday.

Stormy sky

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Damage, at least one tornado in Springfield area from Friday night storms

One tornado was reported near Middletown.

Joseph Leckner, 35, is accused of beating a puppy in Taylorville.

4 weeks ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Police: Video shows Taylorville man beating puppy to death

Joseph A. Leckner is charged with Animal Cruelty.

Kwain Karrick (left) and Hollie Bracco remain held in the Sangamon County Jail as of Friday, April 17.

4 weeks ago in Crime, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Parents face charges after 4 kids found alone in unsanitary Springfield home

According to the department, the home was full of trash, animal waste, and bugs.

Long John Silver's storefront with a tall yellow inflatable fish outside and a 'Now Open' marquee in front.

4 weeks ago in Business, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

New Long John Silver’s now open on Dirksen

The new location is just down the street from its old location.

Buddy -- Animal Protective League Pet of the Week

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Buddy — APL Pet of the Week

Big heart, bigger energy!

Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights speaks on the House floor April 17. Canty is the sponsor on a contentious human composting bill. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)

4 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

School cell phone ban, human composting bills among hundreds advancing in Springfield

House approves new privacy rules for abortion care.

Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, takes a picture of the vote board in the Illinois House after the passage of a bill in May 2023. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

House approves Pritzker initiative to regulate social media algorithms

Plan seeks to make children’s social media feeds less addictive.

State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado speaks on the House floor on Wednesday, April 15. (Capitol News Illinois phot by Peter Hancock)

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Latin American history, pet custody bills advance in Springfield ahead of deadline

Lawmakers moving dozens of measures as legislature enters final 6-week stretch.

Chicago Bears

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Bears have plenty of options in NFL draft in trying to improve team

The Bears could use some more help protecting Caleb Williams and taking down the other team's quarterback.

Connor Bedard poster on the side of a building.

4 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Connor Bedard’s next contract is a top priority for the Blackhawks in an important offseason

“We'll get that done, and we'll get to work soon on that," Davidson said.

Recent Headlines

2 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

The 2027 Grammy Awards announce key dates: What to know

Who is ready for the 2027 Grammy Awards? You'll have to wait until Feb. 7, 2027, when the 69th annual ceremony once again airs live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, it was announced Tuesday during the Disney Upfront presentation in New York.

2 hours ago in Entertainment

Conan O’Brien to return as Oscars host in 2027

Conan O'Brien's era as Oscars host is becoming a trilogy. The Emmy-winner and comedian will be back to host the 99th Academy Awards in 2027, film academy leaders said Tuesday.

2 hours ago in Entertainment

Sandra Oh, Kumail Nanjiani and Bowen Yang are in a HBO doc on being Asian American, Pacific Islander

Timed for release during AAPI Heritage Month, "The A List: 15 Stories from Asian and Pacific Diasporas" drops Wednesday on HBO Max. It's the latest in "The List Series" created by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders. The franchise has previously produced documentaries on prominent Black, Latino and LGBTQ+ Americans.

3 hours ago in Entertainment

Corleone crime family returns in a new ‘Godfather’ novel for 2027 release by Random House

Decades after the last "Godfather" movie and more than 10 years since the last "Godfather" novel, the story of the Corleone crime family has a new chapter, presented for the first time from a woman's point of view.

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Man pleads guilty to Atlanta auto break-in that led to theft of unreleased music by Beyoncé

Kelvin Evans, 41, entered guilty pleas in Fulton County Superior Court to entering an automobile and criminal trespass. He was sentenced to two years in prison, according to news outlets. He was scheduled to go on trial this week.