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2 days ago in National, Trending
Man who tried to shoot Trump at a Florida golf course gets life in prison
A man convicted of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump on a Florida golf course in 2024 was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison after a federal prosecutor said his crime was unacceptable "in this country or anywhere."
2 days ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Wood set to coach new UIS Women’s Flag Football team
UIS new Women's Flag Football Program hires Colin Wood for Head Coach.
2 days ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Conley: SSGA has listened to City Council’s concerns
Alderwoman Erin Conley shares her insight from Tuesdays City Council meeting.
2 days ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Crime of the Week: Protect yourself from scammers
They often create a strong sense of urgency, so it’s important to slow down and ask if it makes sense.
2 days ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
State looks to expand manufacturing training at community colleges
Latest round of grants could dedicate $24 million to 6 downstate campuses.
2 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
‘My own government attempted to execute me,’ Chicago woman shot by Border Patrol testifies
Representatives called for immigration enforcement reform, civil liability of federal agents.
2 days ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Pritzker sticking to proposal to fully fund pensions
Plan was introduced in 2024 but did not move forward in legislature.
2 days ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Illinois joins WHO global outbreak network after U.S. withdraws
Illinois to continue sharing information about disease outbreaks with the public.
2 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Search warrant reveals FBI is investigating former Carlyle police chief
The federal agency was sharing office space with the subject of the probe.
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ADM 4Q earnings snapshot
ADM shares have climbed 18% since the beginning of the year.
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Northwestern will open its new stadium under Friday night lights against Penn State on Oct. 2
Northwestern has played home games the past two years at a temporary lakefront facility and at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
2 days ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Horace Mann Q4 earnings snapshot
The provider of auto and homeowners' insurance for teachers and other educators posted revenue of $434.8 million in the period.
2 days ago in Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine’s diners
McDonald's is based in Illinois.
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Kevin Huerter heads to East-leading Pistons in 4-player, 3-team deal
The Pistons got Huerter and Dario Saric — who was just acquired over the weekend by Chicago — from the Bulls. Chicago landed Mike Conley Jr. from Minnesota and Jaden Ivey from the Pistons.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
‘Rookie of the Year’ star to be at Lucky Horseshoes’ ‘Legends Classic’
Thomas Ian Nicholas will both pitch and perform in his band.
2 days ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
New president selected for Lincoln Land Community College
Curt Oldfield is current president of Spoon River College, and will replace Charlotte Warren at Lincoln Land Community College.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here’s how to start yours
If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don't travel as far. It doesn't get more local, organic and in-season than a backyard vegetable garden.
2 days ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending
Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan Cortina Games
The start of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy is days away. The torch relay is nearly complete and some of the top athletes are already making headlines. There are 16 sports in all, including some never seen before, and 116 gold medals are waiting to be awarded.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Penny the Doberman pinscher wins the 150th Westminster dog show
A Doberman pinscher named Penny won best in show Tuesday night at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, netting U.S. show dogs' most coveted prize — and giving veteran handler Andy Linton another win after nearly four decades.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Super Bowl LX ads feature AI, weight-loss drugs and celebs from George Clooney to Kendall Jenner
As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, the battle off the field for advertisers to win over 120 million-plus viewers will be just as heated as the rivalry between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.
