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Lifestyle
19 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Sports
See how much it costs to attend Chicago White Sox games
Way compiled a look at the affordability of attending Chicago White Sox games.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music
‘Rock for Mental Health’ concert this Sunday
Damm says music can be a powerful outlet for mental well-being.
2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
What’s happening with home prices in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?
Redfin Real Estate compiled data how home prices are changing in Springfield, IL.
3 days ago in Lifestyle
Money Happens: What to do when becoming a homeowner feels out of reach
Anxiety about the possibility of never being able to own a house can make some people give up on organizing their finances altogether, says John Hankins, a certified financial therapist. If you hope to buy a house in the future but don't know where to start, here are some expert tips for you
3 days ago in Business, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Costs of long-term care and senior living in Illinois
A Place for Mom reports on the costs of senior living in Illinois for 2026
3 days ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
First Black priest in the United States to receive a shrine in Quincy
Father Tolton is the first publicly recognized Black priest in the United States.
National News
2 days ago in National
Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act
A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle by providing Republican officials in several states new grounds to redraw voting districts.
4 days ago in National
US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants
A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.
4 days ago in National
Hegseth will go before Congress for the first time since the Iran war started
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.
6 days ago in National
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting
The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.
6 days ago in National
Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California
The California man arrested in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump.
6 days ago in National
Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes
A tornado-producing thunderstorm left at least two people dead in northern Texas and displaced at least 20 families, with many homes sustaining major damage, authorities said Sunday.
Sports
2 days ago in Sports
Jaden McDaniels and the feisty Timberwolves oust the Nuggets and move on to meet the Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves had plenty of lulls during the regular season, seemingly coasting at times while struggling to recapture the form that fueled them to consecutive Western Conference finals appearances over the last two years.
2 days ago in Sports
Caitlin Clark scores 21 points, gives the Fever a brief scare in her 1st home game in 9 months
Caitlin Clark's first home game in more than nine months was supposed to be a celebration. Instead, she gave the Indiana Fever and fans a scare Thursday night.
3 days ago in Sports, Trending
Lindsey Vonn tells the AP she is not yet in position emotionally to decide if she will race again
Lindsey Vonn is still recovering physically and emotionally from her frightening crash at the Winter Olympics. For now, the tough decisions about the future can wait.
4 days ago in Sports
Broncos’ 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos. The Broncos announced Simmons' retirement on Wednesday and noted the news came exactly 10 years after the team selected the safety in the third round from Boston College in 2016.
4 days ago in Sports
Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015
Mats Zuccarello and the Minnesota Wild are now in the position that they try to be in every season in the NHL playoffs. Things feel a bit different now, with the Wild going home for Game 6 on Thursday night with a chance to eliminate the Dallas Stars and advance to the second round for the first time since 2015.
4 days ago in Sports
NCAA remains on track to expand to a 76-team March Madness bracket for next season
The NCAA is still deliberating expanding March Madness on both the men's and women's sides to 76 teams for next season — a much-expected development that's been in the works for years.
Entertainment
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here’s who’s nominated and how to watch
It's time to cowboy up, y'all. The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are right around the corner, and they look different this time around.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music
‘Rock for Mental Health’ concert this Sunday
Damm says music can be a powerful outlet for mental well-being.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
Britney Spears was charged in California on Thursday with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, authorities said. The 44-year-old pop star was charged with a single misdemeanor count of driving under the combined influence of alcohol and at least one drug, the Ventura County District Attorney's Office said.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Foo Fighters bring their stadium show to a modest NYC venue. Inside the exclusive, surprise concert
Foo Fighters announced two surprise shows Wednesday: one at Irving Plaza on Thursday and another at the Starland Ballroom on Saturday in New Jersey. Tickets were priced at $30, limited to two per purchaser and available only on a first-come, first-served basis at 10 a.m. Thursday at each venue.
2 days ago in Entertainment
‘Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul and ex-partner ordered to stay 100 feet apart
Taylor Frankie Paul, a reality TV star from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," and the father of her 2-year-old son were ordered Thursday to stay 100 feet (30 meters) away from each other for the next three years as a Utah court commissioner continues to assess custody plans for the child.
Local News from Capitol City Now
19 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Sports
See how much it costs to attend Chicago White Sox games
Way compiled a look at the affordability of attending Chicago White Sox games.
19 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Feds accuse Texas man of having hundreds of pounds of meth in Illinios
William Mayes, Jr., 35, is charged by federal prosecutors with possession of meth with intent to distribute.
20 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local, National
Illinois State Board of Education wants to revamp how it counts low-income students
Number of families receiving federal benefits such as Medicaid and SNAP is declining.
20 hours ago in History, Local
Springfield unions mark May Day with community event
Labor and community groups marked May Day at Duncan Park in Springfield.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music
‘Rock for Mental Health’ concert this Sunday
Damm says music can be a powerful outlet for mental well-being.
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2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here’s who’s nominated and how to watch
It's time to cowboy up, y'all. The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are right around the corner, and they look different this time around.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music
‘Rock for Mental Health’ concert this Sunday
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