4 weeks ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Springfield man accused of sexually assaulting young girl

The victim is said to be a girl under the age of 13.

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Farm, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

U of I researcher leads groundbreaking development in rice breeding

A rising global population with growing economic power means demand for high-quality grain will continue to increase, making efficient and cost-effective breeding programs essential.

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

U of I quarterback Luke Altmyer named to Manning Award watchlist

The Manning Award was created by the Allstate Sugar Bowl to honor the college football achievements of Archie, Peyton, and Eli Manning.

4 weeks ago in National, Sports

NCAA set to announce the results of its sign-stealing investigation into Michigan’s program

The NCAA is expected to announce the results of its sign-stealing investigation into Michigan's college football program on Friday. In a notice sent to the school...

4 weeks ago in National, Trending

Trump’s meeting with Putin could determine the trajectory of the Russia-Ukraine war

U.S. President Donald Trump is meeting face-to-face with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday for a high-stakes summit that could...

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Rapper Sean Kingston to be sentenced for $1 million fraud scheme in South Florida

Rapper Sean Kingston is scheduled to be sentenced in South Florida on Friday after being convicted of a $1 million fraud scheme. Kingston, whose legal name is...

4 weeks ago in Sports

Robert MacIntyre runs off 6 birdies in a row for 62 to lead BMW Championship

Robert MacIntyre seized on a softer Caves Valley after a two-hour storm delay and rode the best putting round of his year with six straight birdies to...

4 weeks ago in Music, Entertainment, Sports

Taylor Swift’s chat with the Kelces on ‘New Heights’ marks a milestone moment for podcasts

Since nothing Taylor Swift ever does is small, her two-hour conversation with boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother Jason Kelce on their "New Heights" podcast is...

4 weeks ago in Music

LL Cool J takes the mic for the 2025 MTV VMAs, where Lady Gaga rules nominations

LL Cool J has snagged wins, co-hosted and performed atop the MTV Video Music Awards stage. Now, the Grammy-winning rapper-actor-author is going...

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

Texas Democrats set plan to end nearly 2-week walkout over Republicans’ redraw of US House maps

Texas House Democrats said in a statement that attorneys have told them they must return to the state to “build a strong public legislative record” for an upcoming legal battle against a new map.

4 weeks ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying burglary suspect

The suspected break-in happened one week ago.

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, IL State News, ZZZ App Top Stories

IL Republicans say momentum, values, are on their side

State GOP chair Kathy Salvi: "Through our hard work in all 102 counties, we brought Trump’s numbers to within single digits” in Illinois.

4 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Commemoration ceremony for the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender

The ceremony included, a wreath dedication, a moment of silence, and military honors provided by the Inter-Veterans Burial Detail of Sangamon County.

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

On Republican Day at the State Fair, Pritzker signs workers’ protection bills at Springfield union office

Labor leaders and Democrats claim President Trump is trying to do away with worker protections.

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

Manhunt continues for 70-year-old suspect in shooting of two officers in Gibson City

The deputy, a six-year veteran, sustained gunshot wounds to the left knee and arm. The GCPD officer, on the force for one year, was hit in the left hip.

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

Horse dead after accident during state fair harness racing

An accident happened Wednesday during harness racing.

4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Education, Farm, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

A steer named Bruce is the star of the Illinois State Fair

He means scholarship money for Kadie Hummel of Cabrey, Ill.

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

State Police, other law enforcement form human trafficking enforcement group

The Illinois effort is being funded in large part by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation.