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Antetokounmpo remains with Bucks as NBA trade deadline passes

Giannis Antetokounmpo had been the center of attention heading into the trade deadline amid reports that the Milwaukee Bucks started listening to offers for the two-time MVP and nine-time all-NBA selection. But when the deadline arrived at 3 p.m. ET, Antetokounmpo remained in Milwaukee.

Ryan Atkinson

1 day ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Springfield man charged with child porn

"Multiple recordings and electronic devices" were found in Ryan Atkinson's home, according to the Sheriff's Department.

Orlando Brown

1 day ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Man accused of raping and beating woman chased away by neighbor with machete

The witness said he grabbed a machete and confronted Brown, causing him to run away. 

1 day ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

American Academy of Pediatrics’ immunization schedule endorsed by IDPH

The Illinois Department of Public Health has adopted the new 2026 Immunization Schedule from the AAP.

1 day ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Removal of CWLP bridge over I-55 begins February 16

Illinois DOT announces the project start date for the removal of the CWLP bridge.

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

Two businesses partnered with U of I receive state funding through Innovation Voucher Program

Awardees in 2025 span industries including artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, health and life sciences, clean energy, food and agriculture innovation, and advanced materials.

High School Girls Basketball

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

Illinois Girls High School Basketball Poll

Here’s the latest high school girls basketball poll.

High School Boys Basketball

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

Illinois Boys High School Basketball Poll

Here's the latest high school boys basketball poll.

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

Dakota’s story inspires domestic violence crackdown

Senate Republicans say it's too easy for offenders to offend again.

soccer

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American-born Aaliyah Farmer left Mexico’s top soccer league because of harassment, coach says

She was released earlier this week and signed a three-year contract with the Chicago Stars of the National Women's Soccer League.

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (0) drives to the basket as Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Hornets bringing Coby White back home to North Carolina in trade with Bulls, AP source says

The Hornets agreed to acquire White and Mike Conley Jr. from the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday in exchange for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three future second-round draft picks, according to a person familiar with the situation.

Former Illinois Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. speaks during an event where he was endorsed by the Southland Minister Alliance as a candidate for his old congressional seat after more than a decade out of office, Oct. 15, 2025, at Victory Christian International Ministries in Park Forest, Ill. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

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

Jesse Jackson Jr. pitches redemption in bid for old House seat years after campaign fraud conviction

The son of the civil rights icon tries to bring it up first: A 2013 campaign fraud conviction that ended his 17-year political career.

Chicago Bulls' Ayo Dosunmu gets past Milwaukee Bucks' Amir Coffey during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Timberwolves acquire Ayo Dosunmu for scoring depth in trade-deadline deal with Bulls, AP source says

Dosunmu, who was a second-round pick by his hometown Bulls in the 2021 draft, is making about $7.5 million in the final season of his current contract.

The Illinois Attorney General building is pictured in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois file photo)

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

Illinois attorney general wins state’s first civil hate crime lawsuit

The win came among dozens of lawsuits the state has filed against the Trump administration in the past year.

1 day ago in National

No public sign of a response to Savannah Guthrie’s message to her mother’s kidnapper

There was no public sign early Thursday of a response to NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie's message to her 84-year-old mother's kidnapper.

1 day ago in Olympics, Sports

Finland women’s Olympic hockey game vs. Canada postponed after stomach virus depletes roster

Finland women's hockey team's preliminary round-opening game against Canada on Thursday has been postponed due to a stomach virus depleting Finland's roster. The game was rescheduled to Feb. 12.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Jon Hamm on hosting NFL Honors and ‘fellow Pisces’ Bad Bunny’s moment: ‘I applaud him as an artist’

When Jon Hamm first attended the NFL Honors, the league's annual awards show was still finding its footing. It was a relatively new addition to Super Bowl week that had yet to fully define what it would become.

2 days ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Black HIV / AIDS awareness

The numbers are disproportionate.

Chatham Police Officer David Toledo

2 days ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Spanish speaking officers in Chatham Police Department connect with the community

"I didn't speak English until I was almost six!" Toledo exclaimed. "I grew up in a Latin household in a Latin culture. I was exposed to that all my life."

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11 hours ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending

The Milan Cortina Olympics will start with a four-site and two-cauldron opening ceremony

An unprecedented four-site, dual-cauldron Winter Olympics opening ceremony replete with references to Italian icons and culture — plus American pop diva Mariah Carey — was scheduled to officially start the Milan Cortina Games on Friday as the sports spectacle returns to a nation that last hosted the event 20 years ago.

11 hours ago in Features, Trending

3 fans. 60 Super Bowls. This might be their last time going to the big game

It just wouldn't feel like the Super Bowl for them if they weren't all there. And this might be the last time they all do it. That's what three old friends were coming to grips with just before this year's Super Bowl. The trio of octogenarians are the only fans left in the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Not just pups this time: ‘Puppy Bowl’ embraces older dogs

This year, the Puppy Bowl isn't just about puppies. Older dogs are getting some attention, too. There will be a halftime showdown between Team Oldies and Team Goldies, offering a showcase for senior dogs as a reminder that they also need adoption and love.