3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Victim identified in fatal Springfield motorcycle accident

Coroner: Charles Laughlin, 58, died from multiple blunt force injuries.

3 weeks ago in Business, Local, Marketing and Advertising Expert, ZZZ App Top Stories

How Capitol Media Group guides customers from awareness to action

More clicks, more visits, more calls, and more searches for your business.

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Illinois lawmakers begin days of deep dives on data centers

The House committee hearing was the first of several planned in the coming weeks.

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License suspension or speed control? Lawmakers explore alternative for reckless drivers

Bill would allow certain offenders to apply for the program.

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Illinois farmers ease critical labor shortages through this agricultural visa program

The H-2A visa has become a lifeline for farmers who can’t find enough domestic workers

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White Sox option opening day starter Shane Smith to Triple-A after 3 shaky outings

The White Sox don’t expect it to be a long stay in the minors.

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White Sox will pay tribute to loyal fan Pope Leo by giving away pope-themed hats

A limited number of hats shaped like the Pope's miter, with the team's sock logo in the middle, will be distributed.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea

A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women

Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing

A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost.

3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters

The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.

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

Crime of the Week: Help solve recent downtown arson

The fire ignited in a storage room on the 7th floor of the building.

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City Council concerns remain over Turner’s ‘Capital Area Tourism Authority Act’

Alderman Roy Williams tried this week to get a resolution on the agenda he says will make sure the council is at the forefront of Senate Bill 3499.

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

Proposal: Sales tax on gas to take a break

Downstate Republican House members say IL drivers deserve it.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Sue Bird to serve as an NBC studio analyst for WNBA broadcasts this season

Hall of Famer Sue Bird watched the W NBA on NBC growing up and now she'll be part of the network's broadcasts of the league.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Kevin Hart and Jason Kelce are among the celebrity caddies at Augusta National’s Par 3 Contest

Comedian Kevin Hart captured the mood of the Par 3 Contest at Augusta National when he showed up as Bryson DeChambeau's caddie — and sounded ready to take over the rest of the operation if need be.

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

Another lawmaker rallies with striking UIS faculty

IFT official: Pay raise offer for staff, faulty is "demoralizing."

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

Rally in the Rotunda for the environment

Yes to water and wetlands. No to foam.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘Ketamine Queen’ gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed him

A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling "Friends" star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023.

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

Get Covered Illinois launches “Tax Time Easy Enrollment” program for uninsured residents

Illinois residents can now enroll in health insurance through their tax filing process.