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3 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear, dies at 86
Ditka's family announced the death on Friday in a statement.
3 days ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Still more to learn about the Mother Road
The Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference is in Springfield.
3 days ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
First suicide memorial by a US archdiocese signals a compassionate shift by the Catholic Church
The archdiocese says the “At Peace” memorial at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery is the first of its kind by any U.S. archdiocese.
3 days ago in National
Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast
Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds.
3 days ago in Sports
Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Giannis Antetokounmpo
Tyler Herro understands the skepticism surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks now that they've traded away Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP who led the franchise to its first title in half a century.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Lightsaber Darth Vader used in ‘I am your father’ duel in ‘Empire Strikes Back’ goes up for auction
In July, a lightsaber with Luke Skywalker's severed hand from "The Empire Strikes Back" sold for $3.75 million at auction, the highest price ever fetched for a prop used in a "Star Wars" film according to the auction house. Now, someone can buy the saber that did the severing.
3 days ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local
Illinois launches low-interest grain storage loan program for farmers
The announcement comes as farmers struggle with high operating costs, tariffs and an unpredictable market.
3 days ago in Business, IL State News, Local
Viakable announces $55 million expansion at Illinois manufacturing facility
Company hopes to increase manufacturing capacity for country’s electrical infrastructure market.
4 days ago in IL State News, Local, National
Trump administration denies Illinois’ request for disaster relief — again
State sought FEMA help after days of severe weather in August.
FBI arrests Springfield man on federal charges
Mark Casey, 46, allegedly made threats against federal officials.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Caregivers need to take care of themselves, too
Nearly one in four adults in the United States, or 63 million people, provided care to adults or children with medical conditions or disabilities in 2025, a total that jumped by almost 50% in 10 years, according to a report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP.
4 days ago in Sports
MLB proposes shortening regular season to 154 games in 2029, expanding Division Series to best-of-7
Major League Baseball proposed to shorten the regular season to 154 games from 162 starting in 2029 and to expand the Division Series to best-of-seven in a plan given to players during collective bargaining Thursday.
4 days ago in Sports
A’ja Wilson wins her third straight WNBA MVP and record fifth overall
A'ja Wilson won the WNBA MVP on Thursday for a third straight year and record fifth time overall. Besides her three-peat, Wilson also won the award in 2020 and 2022.
4 days ago in World
Canadian author Anne Carson wins literature Nobel for ‘bold and inventive’ works that blend genres
Canadian poet, essayist and translator Anne Carson won the Nobel Prize in literature Thursday for "bold and inventive" works that fuse the classical and the modern and blur the boundaries of poetry and prose.
4 days ago in Education, History, IL State News, Local
Co-author of book on first ladies to be part of upcoming ALPLM discussion
Anita McBride will discuss how the role of a first lady has changed over the years.
Grocery, bookstore are among recipients of Springfield cannabis grants
A new grocery is planned where Save-a-Lot formerly did business.
4 days ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Illinois ranks among the best for access to mental healthcare. Here’s how to find help
LifeStance Health reports on mental healthcare access in Illinois.
4 days ago in Business, IL State News, Local
Springfield’s Henson Robinson acquires assets of Decatur-based HVAC servicer
Clow Controls' five employees are now employed by Henson Robinson.
4 days ago in Business, IL State News, Local
WAND’s Jacob Gordon joins the ‘Wake Up’ team
Reporter La’Miya Starnes will take over weekend evening anchor duties at WAND News.
