News » Page 4

Wrigley Field in Chicago

5 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Cubs manager Craig Counsell perplexed by rainout and irked by ‘terrible rule’

“Major League Baseball tells you the game’s canceled, and that’s it. Especially on the road. That’s all you get,” he said.

5 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

NBA draft provides another look at Bryson Graham’s vision for the rebuilding Chicago Bulls

“We’re definitely not where we want to be, but we’re establishing an identity," Graham said.

A steak-eating competition was held Tuesday in Springfield.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories

Route 66 Road Trip Caravan brings high-steaks challenge to Springfield

Three men in Springfield were challenged to eat 4.5 pounds of steak, shrimp, a baked potato, salad and a roll — all in one hour.

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

7 tornadoes confirmed across central Illinois following weekend storms

NWS confirmed on Tuesday that an EF-Unknown, or EF-U, touched down in the Edinburg area of Christian County over the weekend. 

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

Teen seriously injured in Rochester shooting

A teen is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, police said.

Peter Cadigan, right, listens as attorney Justin Kuehn speaks to reporters following Cadigan's sentencing.

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

Ex-EMT worker charged with killing patient in 2022 sentenced to 24 months’ probation

Cadigan, along with Peggy Finley, was arrested in January 2023 in connection with Moore's murder.

Man in a navy suit delivers a speech at a wooden podium, with an American flag to the left and a blue curtain backdrop.

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

State announces public library funding

Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias has announced more than $27 million in new grant funding for libraries across the state. The awards will support a wide range of improvements, including new books and materials, technology upgrades, literacy initiatives, building renovations, and enhanced security measures.

6 days ago in Sports

US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.

6 days ago in Sports

Mavericks announce hiring of Dusty May as coach hours before the start of the NBA draft

The Dallas Mavericks officially announced Dusty May as their new coach just a few hours before entering the NBA draft with the ninth pick on Tuesday night.

6 days ago in Entertainment

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis set ‘Warriors’ musical for Broadway in 2027

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis are turning their concept album "Warriors" into a full-length Broadway show.

6 days ago in National

Savannah Guthrie says family remains ‘in agony’ over missing mom, begs the public for tips

"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal to viewers Tuesday to come forward with any information about her missing mother, a day after news organizations said a ransom note received months ago had indicated that she was dead.

FILE: Megan Jeyifo, executive director of the Chicago Abortion Fund, speaks to members of the Illinois delegation on Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago in 2024. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

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

Illinois’ abortion landscape continues to evolve amid persistent growth in demand

Number of out-of-state people seeking care in Illinois continues to increase.

6 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Northwestern center Jackson Carsello gets injunction restoring eligibility for 2026 season

The NCAA ruled the 2021 season should have counted as Carsello's redshirt season, arguing he was healthy enough to have played.

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

Organization applauds extension of affordable housing-related tax credits

The tax credit's extension has, before now, only happened in five-year increments.

Meridian Elementary School in Blue Mound suffered damage in Wednesday's severe weather.

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

Meridian Elementary won’t open in August due to heavy storm damage

Extreme winds seriously damaged the building and ripped off part of the roof, while rain then left water damage in several classrooms.

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

Illinois junk fees ban arrives on Pritzker’s desk

Sponsors said junk fees cost an average family of four $3,200 annually.

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

ADM to invest $103 million in improvements to Decatur facilities

Although ADM could have invested anywhere in the country, its roots run deep in Decatur.

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

Bicyclist hit in Springfield, authorities want help identifying suspect

The man hit is hospitalized in intensive care, according to sheriff's deputies.

Two real estate agents in gray suits stand outside a modern house with a 'For Sale' sign, discussing the property.

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

How long does it take to buy a house in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how long it takes to buy a house in 2026 in Springfield, IL.

Recent Headlines

1 hour ago in Entertainment, Trending

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we know

Fresh

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really getting married at Madison Square Garden? Frenzied speculation surrounding the superstar singer and football player's upcoming wedding has spiked over the past few days as reports swirl that the two are getting married the first week in July at one of New York's iconic landmarks.

4 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, National

Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky

Comcast is the primary cable television provider in Springfield, IL.