12 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Using helicopters and chemical agents, immigration agents become increasingly aggressive in Chicago

Rodrick Johnson, a U.S. citizen briefly detained, said agents broke through his door and placed him in zip ties.

12 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

What we know about National Guard deployment in Chicago and Portland

White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson confirmed that the president authorized using the Illinois National Guard members, citing what she called “ongoing violent riots and lawlessness” that local leaders have not quelled.

12 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from sending National Guard troops to Oregon

During a hastily called evening telephone hearing, U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut granted a temporary restraining order sought by California and Oregon.

2 days ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Memorial offers national clinical trials right here in Springfield

Cancer patients should talk to their primary care physician or medical oncologist if interested.

2 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Noem visits Chicago area ICE facility as agents arrest 13, raid city neighborhoods

Noem also accompanied agents Friday on a raid near a local Walmart store and later engaged in a tit-for-tat over unannounced visits — and even bathroom use — with the Broadview mayor.

2 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Trump plans to deploy National Guard in Illinois, governor says

Pritzker said the guard received word from the Pentagon in the morning that the troops would be called up.

3 days ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Champaign-Urbana program collecting donations for Illinois prisoners

Purchase gently used books for low prices to raise funds to provide free books by request to prisoners in Illinois.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Mini-meditations are a way to foster peace of mind at work

The idea of meditating can be intimidating. Beginners may imagine sitting uncomfortably in silence while breathing deeply and scrubbing all thoughts from their minds. The prospect of trying those techniques at work may feel embarrassing.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Tony Shalhoub explores global cultures through bread in new CNN series ‘Breaking Bread’

To make bread, you need flour, water, salt and, usually, a rising agent, like yeast. To break bread, CNN has enlisted someone special — Tony Shalhoub.

3 days ago in Sports

Ravens rule out Lamar Jackson for Sunday’s matchup against the Texans

Lamar Jackson has been ruled out for Baltimore's game against Houston on Sunday after missing a week of practice because of a hamstring injury.

3 days ago in National, Trending

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is sentenced to over 4 years in prison

Sean 'Diddy' Combs was sentenced Friday to 4 years and 2 months in prison in case involving sex workers, violence and "freak-offs."

3 days ago in Fall Guide, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk is October 12th

Walk to raise awareness, unite communities, and contribute to life-saving research and programs.

3 days ago in National

Hegseth announces latest strike on boat near Venezuela he says was trafficking drugs

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Friday that he ordered another strike on a small boat he accused of carrying drugs in the waters off Venezuela, expanding what the Trump administration has declared is an "armed conflict" with cartels.

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

Investigator calls for the release of an imprisoned man

Thomas McMillan was arrested and found guilty of the murder of 19-year-old Melisa Koontz.

3 days ago in Fall Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Affordable family-friendly activities

There are many ways for families to get out of the house and have fun without breaking the bank.

3 days ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

How much house does $500,000 buy you in Springfield, Illinois?

Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of homes for sale up to $500,000 in Springfield, IL.

3 days ago in Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Boone — APL Dog of the Week

"A loyal walking partner and a fun-loving friend."

3 days ago in Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Pablo — APL Cat of the Week

Give Pablo some patience, and he will be a loving and loyal companion.

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

Here’s what’s in Illinois’ $50.6B six-year infrastructure plan

Largest-ever plan covers roads, bridges, waterways, airports, transit and more.

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

Stratton aims to bring Pritzker administration policies to national stage

New political action committee led by Pritzker ally backs Stratton.