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

GOP: IL Dems don’t have a revenue problem …

... they have a spending problem.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

The game’s afoot as armchair detectives mark Sherlock Holmes Day

From 221B Baker Street in central London to a cliffside waterfall in the Swiss Alps, generations of armchair detectives are celebrating International Sherlock Holmes Day on Friday.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to ‘The Late Show’ in ambitious final show

Stephen Colbert chatted with Paul McCartney and joined him on stage for a raucous performance of "Hello, Goodbye" on the final broadcast of CBS' "The Late Show" on Thursday night, a bittersweet farewell for a canceled show that still had a few barbs left for the network that ended its 33-year run.

2 weeks ago in Sports

WNBA warns the Fever for failing to report Caitlin Clark’s injury on time

A day after Caitlin Clark was a late scratch because of a back injury, the Indiana Fever received a warning from the WNBA for not reporting the injury sooner, the league confirmed to The Associated Press on Thursday night.

2 weeks ago in Sports

NFL MVP Matthew Stafford agrees to 1-year contract extension with Rams through 2027

Reigning NFL Most Valuable Player Matthew Stafford has agreed to a one-year contract extension through the 2027 season with the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams announced the deal Thursday without immediately revealing its value.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

2-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after being hospitalized with a ‘severe illness’

Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion who won more races than anyone across NASCAR's three national series, has died. He was 41. The Busch Family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR issued a joint statement Thursday saying Busch died after being hospitalized. No cause of death was given.

The Logan County board met this week.

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

Logan County approves 12-month moratorium for large-scale data centers

Six board members supported to year-long moratorium, while four others felt the county needed the proposed data center for economic benefit.

"Multiple community members came together and made this happen for the people."

2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

First class graduates from Springfield’s Minority Business Institute

Ethan Posey, director of community relations for the City of Springfield, led the charge for the new initiative. He already has a waiting list of people wanting to join the next session of the institute.

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2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Council doubles fines for parking violations

Ald. Williams is concerned this will drive people away.

Robotic hand holding a glowing AI 'Accelerated' sign against a dark blue background—tech AI theme.

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

Bill takes on algorithmic pricing

Two customers may pay different prices for the same product.

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2 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Three students will lead D-186 school kids

One from each high school will succed a single student trustee.

Champaign Memorial Stadium.

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

Illinois Athletics rolls out new gameday parking routes for 2026 football season

Starting approximately three and a half hours before kickoff, fans will be required to follow designated routes to their assigned parking lots.

paid family leave

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

Illinois paid leave push gains momentum amid national expansion efforts

Advocates say Illinois could become the next state to adopt a comprehensive paid family and medical leave program.

Looking for a brewery in Illinois? An online directory is now available.

2 weeks ago in Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois launches online directory of breweries, distilleries, and wineries across the state

The Illinois Liquor Control Commission has launched an online directory and interactive map of breweries, brew pubs, distilleries, and wineries across the state at ilcc.illinois.gov.

The most popular pistol for self-defense Glock 43x mos with a red dot sight and a tactical folding knife.

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Illinois lawmakers considering ban on guns like Glocks

Bill seeks to ban pistols with certain designs that can be modified into automatic weapons.

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

‘Junk fee’ ban heads to Pritzker as Senate OKs bill allowing minors to consent to birth control

Paid jury duty, rooftop solar for schools, breasted CPR manikin measures also pass.

FILE -:Jim Furyk watches his shot during the Barclays Pro-Am held at the Plainfield Country Club in Edison,NJ,August 26,2015.

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

Jim Furyk and Keegan Bradley added as assistant captains for Presidents Cup

“Both guys have incredible experience as leaders representing the United States and they've each earned the respect of players across generations,” Snedeker said.

Wrigley Field in Chicago

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

Cubs RHP Cabrera optimistic after leaving game vs. Brewers with blister on middle finger

“I mean you take a guy out of a start, the next start's in question,” Counsell said.

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, right, cannot catch a two-run double hit by Chicago White Sox's Miguel Vargas during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Sunday, May 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

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

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong makes another mistake on defense

Still wearing his full uniform long after the Cubs' ninth loss in 11 games, Crow-Armstrong called the pair of defensive miscues “genuinely laughable.”

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Donut Day happens Friday, brings awareness to Salvation Army

A donut eating contest supporting the Salvation Army is scheduled for Friday, June 5.

6 hours ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, National

‘Love my woke pope’: Why Leo’s first encyclical went viral and how it speaks to his papal approach

History’s first U.S.-born pope has demonstrated a willingness to embrace aspects of contemporary culture.

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Golden Knights and Hurricanes built their Stanley Cup Final teams in different ways

On the eve of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes, one of the general managers involved laid out his thinking when making roster moves.

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‘100 Deadliest Days of Summer’ ramps up for teen drivers

According to AAA statistics, nearly one-third of all teen driving deaths in 2024 occurred between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Last call? States look to extend bar and restaurant hours during the World Cup

World Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won't have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match. State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world's most-watched sporting event.