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

The future of school funding

Schools no longer have covid funds to rely on.

cancer

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

Group support is available for cancer patients

Expert: You'll be glad you joined a cancer support group.

University of Chicago Political Science Professor Robert Pape presents data on immigration enforcement activity in Chicago during a Jan. 30, 2026, hearing of Illinois Accountability Commission. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)

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

‘A crisis for the nation’: ICE accountability commission continues to seek solutions

Commissioners set to review actions of key Trump officials, at Pritzker’s request.

U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly.

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

2nd Senate debate: Democrats talk fighting Trump, restoring trust in government

Federal minimum wage rate injects new division into race.

Justice Sanjay Tailor will replace Mary Jane Theis on the Illinois Supreme Court.

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

Tailor sworn in to Illinois Supreme Court

He previously served as an associate judge in the Circuit Court of Cook County between 2003 and 2021, where he was assigned to the traffic municipal, domestic relations, law, and chancery divisions. 

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

White Sox players embrace higher expectations after young core showed promise last season

The White Sox used some of the financial flexibility they got in the Robert deal to sign veteran reliever Seranthony Domínguez. He figures to close for them.

David Robertson

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

David Robertson, a World Series champion and All-Star, retires after 17-year MLB career

Robertson totaled at least 34 saves from 2014-16 playing for the Yankees and Chicago White Sox.

student loan

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

Federal government halts involuntary student loan collections

The delay gives people who are delinquent or in default more time to find a rehabilitation plan or consolidate their loans.

CBD

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

Research study explores CBD use for those with ADHD, autism

"Patients in the autistic community in Israel have been using cannabis as a medicine for quite some time. it is considered safe and effective as a treatment for patients," said Paul Armentano, deputy director of NORML. 

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

Former SPD cop sentenced to jail time in near-fatal DUI accident, prosecutors wanted years in prison

Questions arose during sentencing about whether Michael Egan was truly sorry.

District 186 and Horace Mann

1 week ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

District 186: Nominate your favorite teacher for Educator of the Year

Horace Mann awards teachers and administrative staff for excellence in their work.

1 week ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Record snowfalls in Illinois history

Stacker compiled a list of the biggest snowfalls in Illinois history using data from National Centers for Environmental Information.

1 week ago in Entertainment

The Westminster dog show is turning 150. Here’s what has — and hasn’t — changed over time

When some Gilded Age gentleman hunters organized a New York event to compare their dogs, could they have imagined that people would someday call it the World Series of dogdom or the Super Bowl of dog shows?

1 week ago in Sports

Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson charged with speeding in Florida

Olympic gold medalist Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested and charged with speeding in Florida on Thursday, according to law enforcement.

1 week ago in Sports

Lindsey Vonn airlifted from course after crashing in final downhill before Milan Cortina Olympics

Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill race before the Winter Olympics on Friday and was airlifted from the course for medical checks, a troubling turn for the 41-year-old U.S. ski star just a week before the Milan Cortina Games.

1 week ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

One person dead following fire in Jacksonville

A 66-year-old man was found inside the home and pronounced dead at the scene.

Michael Mohr

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

Local Lutheran Church official arrested for child porn production

As of Thursday night, Mohr was still listed on their website as president of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod’s Central Illinois District.

1 week ago in Sports, Trending

Shiffrin, Vonn and other ski racers star in ESPN’s ‘On the Edge’ docuseries leading into Olympics

Before Mikaela Shiffrin, Lindsey Vonn and other World Cup ski racers chase gold at the Milan Cortina Olympics, they will star in a new docuseries that gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it's like on the circuit.

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14 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.

14 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.