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4 weeks ago in Agriculture, Holiday Guide, Lifestyle, ZZZ App Top Stories

7 expert tips for selecting and caring for a fresh Christmas tree

“If the tree dries out, it could become a fire hazard."

safety

4 weeks ago in Business, Holiday Guide, IL State News, Lifestyle, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois Department of Revenue shares tips for safe holiday online shopping

With more Illinoisans shopping online each year, the threat of cybercrime continues to grow.

Christmas

4 weeks ago in Holiday Guide, Lifestyle, ZZZ App Top Stories

Unique Christmas traditions around the world

Here's a look at some notable Christmas traditions across the globe.

Each Cyber Monday offers a chance to save big and streamline shopping. Utilizing these tips for making the most of the day can enhance success.

4 weeks ago in Business, Holiday Guide, Lifestyle, ZZZ App Top Stories

Maximize Cyber Monday

Each Cyber Monday offers a chance to save big and streamline shopping. Utilizing these tips for making the most of the day can enhance success.

More than 8.5 inches of snow fell in the Springfield area by Sunday morning.

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

UPDATE: Up to ten inches of snow fell in parts of Springfield area Saturday

More than 8.5 inches in Springfield, 10 inches in Jacksonville.

FILE - Signs are displayed outside a tent encampment at Northwestern University on April 26, 2024, in Evanston, Illinois. (AP Photo/Teresa Crawford, file)

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

Northwestern to pay $75 million in deal with Trump administration to restore federal funding

During negotiations, interim university president Henry Bienen said Northwestern refused to cede control over hiring, admissions, or its curriculum. "I would not have signed this agreement without provisions ensuring that is the case," he said.

A person walks against the blowing snow Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato)

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

Winter storms bring snow, freezing rain and cold as Thanksgiving travelers journey home

Snow-covered roads and slow travel were reported across Iowa and northern Illinois and Indiana.

Springfield Memorial Hospital sign

4 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Memorial Health Foundation gives back to the community

Springfield Memorial Foundation is taking donations of money, and time to help them become better.

Snow falls on the Illinois Capitol Saturday, November 29.

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

UPDATE: Winter Storm Warning continues; cities, Sangamon County declare emergencies

Ten inches or more of snow could fall in some parts of the Springfield area.

Sangamon County sheriff patch on uniform

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

Sangamon County Sheriff provides easier access to public information

Stay up to date from the Sangamon County's Sheriff Department with their new, free app.

4 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Remembering Irv Smith

He passed away Monday at 96.

4 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Is a better record on minorities worth an extra 40 percent?

Aldermen and low bidder ask the $300,000 question.

1 month ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Optimism in easing state’s teacher shortage

A grant program is helping 170 districts which represent about half Illinois' public K-12 enrollment.

NWS Snowfall graphic

1 month ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Winter Storm Warning in effect; 6+inches of snow possible

Forecasters: Maybe 5 inches of snow forecast, and some rain.

Sr. Anita Cleary

1 month ago in History, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Springfield Dominican Sister joins pilgrimage to support deported women

Trip deepens lifelong commitment to immigrant justice

Recent Headlines

1 day ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

Christmas Eve winner in Arkansas lands a $1.817 billion Powerball lottery jackpot

A person fills out a Powerball lottery ticket on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)

The prize followed 46 consecutive drawings in which no one matched all six numbers.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, Holiday Guide, IL State News, Local

Kwanzaa brings communities together

African American and Pan-African cultures observe a week-long celebration known as Kwanzaa from December 26 to January 1.

African American and Pan-African cultures observe a week-long celebration known as Kwanzaa from December 26 to January 1.