3 weeks ago in Entertainment

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!

A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by three brothers cleaning out their late mother's attic, netted $9.12 million this month at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold.

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

Springfield man busted for child porn possession

Merle Monroe, 68, awaits court appearances.

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Thanksgiving dinner may be more affordable this year

Prices for a Thanksgiving meal for up to 10 have dropped significantly.

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

DSI is bringing Downtown Springfield to light

Downtown Springfield Incorporated is helping Springfield gain its well-deserved recognition.

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

UPDATE: Man dead after being shot prior to car crash

Body of Leslie Broomfield, 19, was found in a crashed car Friday night.

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Holiday Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories

Thanksgiving in Illinois costs less — really!

Illinois Farm Bureau: Illinois did not have turkey problems that other states did.

4 weeks ago in Local Experts, Plumbing Expert, ZZZ App Top Stories

Some hidden costs of DIY

he following are some hidden costs of DIY and renovating in general.

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

Springfield man arrested on child porn charges

A 351-year prison term is possible.

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

IDOT road work takes the holiday off

"Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, to 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30."

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Food Scene, Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Let’s talk turkey prep

Here are three great ways to prepare your Thanksgiving turkey.

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Food Scene, Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Turkey FYI

Here are 12 facts about turkey and more.

4 weeks ago in World

The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump’s boycott

The Group of 20 summit in South Africa ended Sunday with the glaring absence of the United States — the next country to lead the bloc — after the Trump administration boycotted the two days of talks involving leaders of the world's richest and top developing economies.

4 weeks ago in National, Trending

The shutdown is over. Flights have resumed. Thanksgiving travelers might wonder: What now?

The turbulence caused by the longest government shutdown on record may still be fresh on travelers' minds this Thanksgiving, but experts say preparing for the usual holiday crush of winter weather, heavy traffic and crowded airports can help ease those jitters.

4 weeks ago in World

European officials welcome progress in talks on US proposals to end Russia-Ukraine war

European officials said Monday they were comforted by the outcome of discussions on U.S. peace proposals for Ukraine that they had viewed as tilted in Russia's favor, but they didn't disclose details of the weekend talks and warned of a long road to peace.

4 weeks ago in Sports

There are more questions than answers after NFL games Sunday

The Kansas City Chiefs saved their season. The Philadelphia Eagles gave critics more fuel. The Los Angeles Rams made a dominant statement. There are more questions than answers Sunday in the NFL.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Dallas Wings win the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season

The Dallas Wings won the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season on Sunday night. The Wings, who drafted Paige Bueckers No. 1 last year, had a 42% chance to secure the top pick again.

4 weeks ago in Sports

New York Giants fire defensive coordinator Shane Bowen after blowing another late lead

The New York Giants have fired defensive coordinator Shane Bowen, according to a person with knowledge of the decision. Outside linebackers coach Charlie Bullen was named as the interim replacement, according to another person with knowledge of the move.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ co-hosts are Chance the Rapper, Rob Gronkowski, Julianne Hough and Rita Ora

Ryan Seacrest will have some starry help ushering in 2026 on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" — Chance the Rapper, Rob Gronkowski, Julianne Hough and Rita Ora have all signed up.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star of landmark film ‘The Harder They Come,’ dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience in such classics as "Many Rivers to Cross," "You Can Get it If You Really Want" and "Vietnam" and starred in the landmark movie "The Harder They Come," has died at 81.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

These 6 kitchen tools can make or break your Thanksgiving dinner

It's the start of Thanksgiving week, the time when home cooks across America suddenly recognize the daunting task ahead. More than 90% of people in the U.S. celebrate the food-centric holiday and more than 1 in 4 attend meals that include more than 10 other people, according to the Pew Research Center.