3 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

FBI issues actor Selma Blair a summons accusing her of assaults aboard a plane, AP source says

The FBI has issued Blair a summons accusing her of assaults that occurred aboard a plane, according to a federal law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity.

3 hours ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Local

Stand-up comedy fundraiser this weekend helps support agency working with domestic violence victims

A stand-up comedy show will help the local domestic violence shelter and services they provide.

3 hours ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local

Illinois College receives federal grant that could help students, graduates, area employers

The money will help students with career-readiness, among other related programs.

7 hours ago in Agriculture, Farm, Food Scene, IL State News, Local

Grant program could bring fresh food options to Downtown Springfield

Awards available for independent grocers, food co-ops and corner stores.

10 hours ago in Sports

Michael Jordan jersey sets $14 million record for basketball memorabilia, auction house says

A game-worn, autographed Michael Jordan road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals has been privately sold for $14 million, an auction house announced Monday, calling it the highest price ever paid for a piece of basketball memorabilia.

10 hours ago in World

Pope will be admitted to hospital Tuesday for lung nodule surgery, Vatican says

The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to the hospital on Tuesday in the late morning, ahead of surgery to remove a lung nodule discovered during recent medical tests.

10 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local

Illinois refinery helping United lower emissions with sustainable aviation fuel

Phillips 66 Wood River Refinery celebrated by Pritzker, company leaders.

12 hours ago in Local

Springfield Ward 8 Alderwoman Conley decides against another term

"...I have had some heavy situations in my personal life...."

13 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

Business as usual at the Vatican as Pope Leo prepares to have surgery to remove a lung nodule

Leo revealed the discovery during his Sunday noon prayer and said he was following doctors' advice to remove the nodule “in the coming days.”

13 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Blackhawks star Connor Bedard could make season debut during homestand

“Certainly inching closer to being involved in a variety of ways,” coach Jeff Blashill said.

13 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Caleb Williams nears return, and Bears show they need their QB in lopsided loss to Packers

Chicago coach Ben Johnson said after a 31-7 loss at Green Bay on Sunday that Williams might be available when the Bears visit Atlanta next week.

13 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local

Revenue down, demand rising for IL cannabis

A new law will expand access to both medical and recreational marijuana, says the IDFPR secretary.

14 hours ago in Business, Local

Springfield’s MacArthur Boulevard swaps Hiller for Midas

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – There’s change to report in the auto repair business along MacArthur Blvd., according to…

1 day ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

2 Illinois State Police squad cars struck recently, one locally

A Williamsville woman was one of two people cited in the crashes.

1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Bears-Packers game features tributes to Mike Ditka on the field and in the stands

The Bears wore No. 89 stickers on the backs of their helmets Sunday.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

White Sox strike out record 21 times, eliminated from Division Series after wasting 2-0 lead

“We wanted it so bad, it hurts,” Chicago catcher Kyle Teel said, shaking his head.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Air Force does not complete a pass, beats Northern Illinois in the Huskies’ first Mountain West game

Taron Dickens was 13-of-20 passing for 140 yards and threw one interception for Northern Illinois (0-5, 0-1).

1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Illinois makes a stop on Michigan State’s 2-point conversion attempt in OT, holds on for 38-37 win

Illinois quarterback Katin Houser, who threw for a touchdown pass and ran for a score against one of his former teams, was injured while making a tackle on an interception return in the third quarter.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Aidan Chiles throws for 3 TDs, runs for another: Northwestern rips Ball State 45-14

Chiles threw for 272 yards on a 17 for 23 afternoon in Northwestern's second game at its swanky new Ryan Field.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Pierre and Bryant each score in the 4th to help South Dakota beat Southern Illinois 31-10

DJ Williams was 18-of-29 passing for 179 yards and threw a touchdown pass for No. 25 Southern Illinois (3-4, 1-2).