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7 hours ago in National
Traffic to start flowing Monday across new bridge between Canada and US
Traffic is set to start flowing Monday across a new bridge over the Detroit River that will serve as a critical route for trade, jobs and tourism between Canada and the U.S.
3 days ago in National
Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states
Federal health officials on Friday expanded the scope of their investigation into an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite to four additional states, broadening the size of the largest U.S. outbreak of cyclospora.
3 days ago in National
There are already more US measles cases this year than in all of 2025
The number of measles cases in the U.S. has surpassed the record-breaking tally for all of 2025, with five more months of 2026 still to come.
5 days ago in National
Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
The man convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie spent years researching the writer's whereabouts before stabbing him on a lecture stage, federal prosecutors said Wednesday at the opening of his federal terrorism trial.
1 week ago in National, Trending
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate expected in Miami court
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate are scheduled to appear before a federal magistrate in Miami on Monday after they were arrested to face rape and sex trafficking charges in the United Kingdom.
1 week ago in Lifestyle, National, Trending
Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite
Federal health officials have identified lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell locations across five U.S. states as a source of the widespread outbreak of...
Sports
6 hours ago in Sports
Tadej Pogacar confirms status as a cycling great with record-equaling fifth Tour de France title
Tadej Pogacar confirmed his status as one of cycling's all-time greats after winning a record-equaling fifth Tour de France title in emphatic style. Daring mountain attacks from deep, multiple stage wins and an ice-cool temperament all helped the 27-year-old Slovenian seal his victory on Sunday.
3 days ago in Sports
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’
LeBron James' first "final" decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a high-profile union in Golden State. Nope — to all of those teams.
3 days ago in Sports
Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence
CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
5 days ago in Sports
Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by a teen at a thrift store fetches over $89,000 at auction
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was bought by a teenager for $3.07 at an Oregon thrift store sold for $89,600 at auction on Monday.
5 days ago in Sports
Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles
The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon.
5 days ago in Sports
NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes and plenty of hope
The countdown is over. NFL training camp has arrived. Every team is 0-0 so there's hope in each city that this season ends with a championship parade.
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5 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%
It was the 11-minute performance heard around the world. Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought abridged hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday just outside New York. And it has resulted in some noteworthy streaming bumps.
6 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National
KC and the Sunshine Band, ‘Sex and the City’ author latest bookings for UIS PAC
Tickets for both events go on sale later this week.