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

Rochester returning to the 4A State Championship after overtime thriller in semifinals

They will play Montini Catholic in the title game at 7pm on Friday, Nov. 28 at Hancock Stadium in Normal.

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

Jacksonville issues boil order due to disruption in water system

The city said it is a precautionary measure due to a disruption in their water system.

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

Requests for new K-12 funding in Illinois likely to outstrip available resources

At public hearings, ISBE hears requests totaling $748M.

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

Potential presidential candidates are less coy about 2028 plans: ‘Of course I’m thinking about it’

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker played coy on stage during a recent interview with journalist Kara Swisher, repeatedly dodging her questions about his expected timeline.

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

A pair of snowy owls spotted along Lake Michigan beach draws crowds in Chicago

“Their nomadic nature makes them hard to study or even figure out patterns,” Edward Warden, the society's president, said Sunday. “Where they’re going is anybody’s guess.”

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

Aftermath of Chicago’s intense immigration crackdown leaves lawsuits, investigations and anxiety

Authorities are investigating agents’ actions, including a fatal shooting.

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

Wisconsin woman in 2014 Slender Man stabbing is found a day after walking away from group home

The department issued an update late Sunday that Geyser was taken into custody in Illinois.

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

UIS prof boosts osprey population in state

Illinois' osprey was "endangered" but is now "threatened."

4 weeks ago in Education, History, Holiday Guide, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

ALPLM announces winter events and holiday activities

Exciting lineup of family fun!

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

Radiothon raises over $150,000 for HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital

Highest amount raised since COVID.

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

Cardinal Caravan hits the road — Springfield stop included

Six States in Four Days, including a Springfield stop.

4 weeks ago in Features, Trending

Pontifical secret revealed: Pope Leo XIV changes his Wordle start word each day

Pope Leo XIV opened a virtual meeting with American Catholic young people Friday by revealing a closely held pontifical secret: He uses a different Wordle start word each day.

4 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, wants to give Chiefs time to prepare

Four-time All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce plans to wait until after the season to make a decision on retirement, though he did say Friday that he wants to make that decision early enough that the Kansas City Chiefs have time to prepare for the future.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is officially eligible for the Oscars

"KPop Demon Hunters" is one step closer to another golden moment: The Oscars. The Netflix phenomenon is among 35 films features eligible for the animated feature film category at the 98th Academy Awards.

4 weeks ago in National

A federal judge blocked Trump’s National Guard deployment to DC but troops aren’t leaving just yet

A federal judge on Thursday ordered President Donald Trump to end the deployment of National Guard troops to the nation's capital. But the ruling is unlikely to be the final word by the courts, the president or local leaders in the contentious duel over the federal district.

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

Police: Man arrested for death of woman found in shed’s waste container

The relationship between Adam Corbin and Nancy Corbin isn't clear.

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

Pritzker announces $10 million boost for Illinois small businesses

47 projects to receive state grants aimed at strengthening operations, supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs, and revitalizing local economies

4 weeks ago in Food Scene, Health & Wellness, Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Memorial Health class teaches you how to change the ingredients in holiday sweets

"Holiday Sweets & Treats" class at Memorial's Wellness Center December 9.

4 weeks ago in Fall Guide, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, Holiday Guide, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

8 tips to avoid holiday weight gain this Thanksgiving

You could add up to two pounds to your weight with holiday food.

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

Meet Bruiser — APL Pet of the Week

Bruiser is full of love, and ready for your home!