2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle

Hulk star Lou Ferrigno fulfills childhood dream meeting with Pope Leo XIV

Lou Ferrigno, who starred as the Marvel character during its 1977–1982 U.S. television run, met with the American pope and chatted briefly with...

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle

Woman accused of shooting at Rihanna’s home is mentally fit for trial, judge says

A woman accused of spraying bullets at Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's home, hitting a trailer the celebrity couple was inside and a nursery their kids were in, was found...

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

Abuse was caught on camera at Choate Developmental Center. The prosecutor offered plea deals

Weeks later, he files a federal lawsuit to prevent cuts at the state-run facility.

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local

Not ‘one more cent’: Chicago-area elected officials rally against Peoples Gas rate hike

City alderman and state lawmakers decried ‘outrageous’ shareholder profit rate and sought reforms to pipe retirement program.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

The Americans have won another Presidents Cup. What matters is whether they can win the Ryder Cup

“It's hard to believe it's already been a year since Bethpage,” Donald wrote, accompanied by a photo of his team posing with the Ryder Cup trophy.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Putting scores on the board at Presidents Cup not the same when there aren’t boards

The common phrase heard at these competitions is to get a lot of red — or blue (Europe) or gold (International) — on the board.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bears coach Ben Johnson stays with his usual aggressive approach in victory over Eagles

Johnson called plays on Monday night as if he had no idea it was Keenum's first regular-season start in almost three years.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

White Sox receive a letter from Pope Leo XIV before winning playoff opener

“The Pope having our back and supporting us means a lot," White Sox manager Will Venable said.

2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local

Corn yields may be lower in 2026 thanks to rain, summer heat

Nice weather allowed for early planting, followed by rain and heat later on.

2 weeks ago in Education, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local

Program gives local high schoolers hands-on medical experience

Students from area high schools take part in two-day event at University of Illinois Springfield and UIC’s Springfield campus.

2 weeks ago in Business, Local

Springfield city council again hears from landlords

Cannabis grants and clean energy transition are also among subjects at council meeting.

2 weeks ago in Education, Entertainment, Fall Guide, Lifestyle, Local

Spine tingling book events coming to the library

Plenty of Halloween-themed events throughout the month of October at Lincoln Library.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Van — Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

Van wants to go outside with you!

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet the ‘Many Adorable’ Meow Mobile Cats of the Week

The shelters are full and many cats would make good additions to your home!

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

Bailey winds down what could be his final campaign

Republican Darren Bailey says this could be his last campaign if he loses again.

2 weeks ago in Local

Man dead after weekend crash in Springfield

Darren Polk, 62, died from injuries sustained in the crash.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

Replacing Mendoza: Candidates vie to be state’s first new comptroller in a decade

Margaret Croke, Bryan Drew share different visions for office’s transparency, oversight.

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Video

In a flash, Southern Illinois history tumbles down

The 80-year-old Chester Bridge was imploded Monday, replaced by a modern structure.

2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local

Open house for prospective UIS students, families coming soon

The University of Illinois Springfield is hosting an open house for curious students interested in going to college.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson says he’s going to try to lead, not blend in

Rookie Bulls forward Caleb Wilson is facing lofty expectations as the young centerpiece of the rebuilding NBA team, something now-injured quarterback Caleb Williams has been accomplishing with the NFL's Bears.