3 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois State Police honors public safety protectors

The ceremony was held to recognize individuals for their significant contributions and dedication to public safety in 2024.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

How Illinois’ Democratic U.S. Senate candidates plan to address economic issues

Candidates propose solutions on housing, health care and other cost-of-living issues.

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Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines

The fine stemmed from a winter storm in December 2022 that paralyzed Southwest's operations in Denver and Chicago and then snowballed when a crew-rescheduling system couldn’t keep up with the chaos.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

If you want that tattoo erased it’s going to hurt and it’s going to cost you

Some tattoos simply have to go for one reason or many others. But the process of taking them off is longer, much more costly and ouch — extremely more painful than getting them put on, according to professionals in the industry.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Jeff Kent elected to baseball Hall of Fame, which again keeps doors shut for Bonds and Clemens

Elected to baseball's Hall of Fame more than 17 years after his final game, Jeff Kent couldn't control his emotions. "Absolutely unprepared. Emotionally unstable," he said after Sunday's vote announcement. "Thoughts are so far clouded."

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘One Battle After Another’ leads Golden Globe nominations

Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" scored a leading nine nominations to the 83rd Golden Globe Awards on Monday, adding to the Oscar favorite's momentum and handing Warner Bros. a victory amid Netflix's acquisition deal.

3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Indiana grabs top seed in College Football Playoff. Alabama and Miami make it, Notre Dame left out

Most of that second-guessing came from Notre Dame, which was passed over in favor of Alabama and Miami for two of the bracket's bubble spots.

3 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois accepts bid to 2025 Music City Bowl, will face Tennessee in historic first meeting

Bielema seeks back-to-back postseason wins.

3 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Holiday Guide, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Downtown Holiday Walks help businesses persevere after Small Business Saturday snowed out

Downtown Holiday Walks continue through December 20.

3 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Pritzker: Democracy deteriorates when universities pay ‘extortion’ to feds

Pritzker: Democracy is being whittled away every time universities pay money to the feds.

3 weeks ago in Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Families take part in Christmas fun in Chatham

Kids got the opportunity to shop for gifts for their loved ones with help from some cheerful elves. 

3 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

ImpactLife urges community to give blood as donations drop around holidays

As we inch closer to the holidays, ImpactLife said donation rates tend to decline.

3 weeks ago in History, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

84 years later, Springfield remembers

The Japanese "ignited a fire of pride and courage and innovation that still carries with us today."

3 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

How to have a stress-free holiday

The holidays are stressful for most of everyone. Here are some ways you can have a stress-free holiday.

3 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Behavioral healthcare parity law awaiting Pritzker’s approval

Insurance companies are opposed to the measure.

3 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois educators hope to tackle thorny issue of math competence

State board developing ‘numeracy plan’ to boost math competency statewide.

3 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

DOJ lawyer says it’s ‘wrong to allege’ Operation Midway Blitz is over

Judge rebuffs suggestion that ending lawsuit over immigration agents’ use of force would preclude new claims.

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Hottest Decembers in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Decembers in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

3 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

US Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 2 years ago

U.S. Steel on Thursday cited “customer demand” in beginning the process of restarting a blast furnace at the plant in Southern Illinois.

3 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

State questions federal backing off recommendation of Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns

Vohra, pediatrician: The change lacks scientific basis.