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Lifestyle
1 day ago in Lifestyle
How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too
Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.
1 day ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local
Ortega no longer DSI executive director
DSI said the departure was a mutual decision.
1 day ago in Automotive Repair Expert, Lifestyle, Local
Common car noises and what they might be indicating
Figuring out the issue can prevent further damage.
2 days ago in History, Lifestyle, Local
Springfield museum celebrates 100 years of Route 66
The museum and restaurant opened eight years ago, transforming what was once a condemned Stuckey’s restaurant into an international attraction.
3 days ago in Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local
Weight loss – small steps, whole foods, and getting support can make a big difference
Developing one habit at a time and making small changes can help goals become long term success.
4 days ago in Business, Education, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Girl Scout cookie sales are officially underway — including this year’s new flavor
Order online, or find a cookie seller in your area!
National News
35 minutes ago in National
Eight backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche
Crews found the bodies of eight backcountry skiers and are searching for one more who remains missing after an avalanche in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, authorities said Wednesday, making it the deadliest U.S. avalanche in nearly half a century.
1 day ago in National
Federal judge rules Kilmar Abrego Garcia can’t be re-detained by immigration authorities
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia because a 90-day detention period has expired and the government has no viable plan for deporting him, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday.
1 day ago in National
Shooting at Rhode Island youth hockey game leaves 3 dead, including shooter, and 3 more wounded
A shooting during a Rhode Island youth hockey game left three people dead, including the shooter, and three more hospitalized Monday night in critical condition, authorities said.
1 day ago in National, Trending
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84
The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and two-time presidential candidate who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after the revered leader's assassination, died Tuesday. He was 84.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Presidents Day 2026: Here’s what’s open and closed on the holiday
Government offices, the stock market and schools are closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day, but most big retailers are open. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules online for stores in your neighborhood.
5 days ago in National
Inflation measure falls to nearly five-year low as gas prices fall and housing costs cool
A key measure of inflation fell to nearly a five-year low last month as apartment rental price growth slowed and gas prices fell, offering some relief to Americans grappling with the sharp cost increases of the past five years.
Sports
31 minutes ago in Sports
Kyrie Irving won’t play this season for the Mavericks as he continues recovery from knee injury
Kyrie Irving won't play this season as the star guard for the Dallas Mavericks continues his recovery from a knee injury sustained almost a year ago. The nine-time All-Star and the team made the announcement Wednesday, two days before the Mavericks return from the All-Star break.
7 hours ago in Olympics, Sports
In a golden masterclass, Norway’s Klaebo extends Winter Olympics medal record
Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo's golden run at Milan Cortina continued Wednesday as the Norwegian star secured his fifth gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics — and a record 10th overall — in the men's team sprint.
7 hours ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending
US star Mikaela Shiffrin wins slalom to break 8-year Olympic drought
Mikaela Shiffrin's turbulent, 12-year Olympic journey came full circle Wednesday when she won the slalom by a massive 1.50 seconds to break her long medal drought at the Winter Games.
Defending champion Sweden out of Olympic medal contention in men’s curling after ‘horrible week’
Defending champion Sweden was eliminated from semifinal contention in the men's curling competition at the Winter Olympics with two matches to spare Tuesday after what skip Niklas Edin described as a "horrible week."
1 day ago in Sports
Tiger Woods isn’t ruling out a return to the Masters. Ryder Cup captaincy also uncertain
Tiger Woods did not rule out a return to the Masters just under two months away, even as his immediate future appears to include just about everything but golf.
1 day ago in Sports
Dolphins releasing star receiver Tyreek Hill in major roster cuts
The Dolphins released star receiver Tyreek Hill on Monday, ending the All-Pro's four-year tenure in Miami. Hill, who turns 32 on March 1, is recovering from a season-ending injury suffered in a game against the New York Jets on Sept. 29 that required surgery to repair significant damage to his left knee, including a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
Entertainment
33 minutes ago in Entertainment
A movie that takes liberties with ‘Wuthering Heights’? Scholars are OK with that
If you're looking for someone to debate the new "Wuthering Heights" movie with, you might want to start with Lucasta Miller. She's a British author, editor and critic who has published an acclaimed study of the Brontë sisters and wrote the preface for the Penguin Classics edition of "Wuthering Heights."
7 hours ago in Entertainment
Logan Paul’s Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon card sells for record $16.5M at auction
Logan Paul has set a new world's record — for the auction price of a trading card. The wrestling and social media star's rare Pickachu Illustrator Pokémon card, a "Holy Grail" for collectors, sold for $16.5 million Monday at Goldin Auctions after 41 days of bidding.
7 hours ago in Entertainment
Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested after alleged fight during Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested after being accused of hitting two men early Tuesday morning during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, police said. LaBeouf was charged with two counts of simple battery, New Orleans police said in a statement.
7 hours ago in Entertainment
Late-night host Stephen Colbert isn’t backing down from public dispute with CBS bosses
Stephen Colbert isn't backing down in an extraordinary public dispute with his bosses at CBS over what he can air on his late-night talk show.
7 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer
A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer, billed as the first major museum show to feature McCartney and Wings.
Local News from Capitol City Now
8 minutes ago in Capitol City Now Experts, IL State News, Local
Reaction to Governor’s State of the State and Budget address
Republicans pan the speech, while some groups like it.
16 minutes ago in Education, Local
District 186: Summer SCOPE program came close to a shutdown
The District 186 after school program known as SCOPE almost had to stop running its summertime program, with a new attendance fee, they can remain in operation.
1 hour ago in IL State News, Local, National
Pritzker budget address includes slight spending increase, new housing construction program, criticism of Trump
Pritizker criticizes Trump, proposes new housing, wants data center tax credits paused.
5 hours ago in Education, Local
Star parties return to UIS for spring season
Star parties are hosted by UIS Associate Professor of Astronomy and Physics John Martin at the UIS Campus Observatory.
5 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National
Pritzker to propose statewide zoning laws to spur homebuilding, limit local control
‘BUILD’ plan would allow more multi-unit housing, legalize granny flats.
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A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer
A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer, billed as the first major museum show to feature McCartney and Wings.
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Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band to launch ‘Land of Hope and Dreams’ US tour next month
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