7 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Lawmakers advance the ball on measure helping Chicago Bears

An economic development tool could be an advantage for the Bears.

8 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Lincoln Land Community College selects new president

Current Spoon River College President, Curt Oldfield, will begin his new presidency for LLCC on July 1.

9 hours ago in Agriculture, Farm, IL State News, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois soybean farmers welcome federal aid, but fear long-term trade damage

Farmers, many of whom voted for Trump, say they'd prefer stable trade over a government check.

9 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Capitol Briefs: U of I still concerned about higher ed funding overhaul proposal

Hope for education funding from the state despite federal issues.

10 hours ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Republican candidates for governor — minus Bailey — try to distance themselves

Candidates debated affordability, public safety, and campaign contributions.

11 hours ago in National

Hillary Clinton is testifying as part of the House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is testifying before U.S. House lawmakers in New York on Thursday as part of a congressional investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, starting off two days of depositions that will also include former President Bill Clinton.

11 hours ago in National

Memorial services for Jesse Jackson begin at Chicago headquarters of his civil rights organization

Cross-country memorial services for the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. are set to begin Thursday in Chicago, the city the late civil rights leader called home.

11 hours ago in Entertainment

Park Chan-wook will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury, will be the 1st Korean in the role

Park Chan-wook, the Korean filmmaker of "Oldboy" and "No Other Choice," will head the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, festival organizers announced Thursday.

11 hours ago in Trending, World

FIFA’s Infantino has ‘complete confidence’ in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can.

11 hours ago in Sports

Max Scherzer and Toronto Blue Jays agree to $3 million, 1-year deal, AP source says

Max Scherzer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays. Two weeks into spring training, the three-time Cy Young Award winner has agreed with the reigning American League champions on a $3 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press early Thursday.

13 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

A city blanketed in fear: Accountability Commission hears shocking testimony about ICE

The third public meeting focused on health, education, public safety and economic issues.

13 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

American is freed after 11 years for Bali ‘suitcase murder,’ but a US case awaits

Schaefer was scheduled to make an initial court appearance in Chicago on Thursday morning on federal charges of conspiracy to kill someone in a foreign country, conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with a victim.

13 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Cubs lose Tyler Austin for months following procedure on his right knee

Counsell said Wednesday that Austin had a patellar tendon debridement procedure on his right knee Tuesday and will need a lengthy recovery period.

14 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois Boys High School Basketball Poll (FINAL POLL)

The last high school boys basketball poll before tournament time!

14 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Chicago Bears grant linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to seek a trade

Edmunds is entering the final season of a four-year, $72 million contract he signed in 2023 and could be released if he doesn't find a trade partner.

14 hours ago in History, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Memorial services for Jesse Jackson begin at Chicago headquarters of his civil rights organization

“The outpouring of love and support received from around the globe has been abundant and deeply felt,” Jackson's family members said in a recent statement.

14 hours ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

2 months since tornado, destroyed Long Creek homes still stand as a reminder

In the wake of this destruction, the community showed up to help.

14 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Dambacher next Glenwood football coach

James Dambacher was most recently a coach with Auburn.

1 day ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Ball-Chatham voters asked to vote on bond referendum during March primary

Superintendent says many items in the district are becoming outdated or in need of repair.

1 day ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Mega Millions ticket worth $3 million sold at Springfield gas station

$3 million ticket sold at North Grand Ave. East Qik-N-EZ.