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2 weeks ago in National
Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail
Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.
2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Illinois designated an AARP age-friendly state
Announcement comes after launch of EngAging Illinois.
2 weeks ago in Education, Local
Reading program returns for fourth year at Springfield schools
About 100 men volunteer across the district to read to first and third graders.
Taylorville man accused of sexually assaulting child at local YMCA
Police don't say specifically when Ross may have assaulted a child at the Christian County Y, but court records say he will remain in custody after being deemed a real and present threat.
2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
Pope Leo’s doctors say tests show he needs no further treatment for lung cancer
“A subsequent oncology assessment confirmed that no further treatment is necessary,” the doctors said.
2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Route 66 and Springfield are included in a new book about food in Illinois
"We literally ate our way through Illinois."
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National
Stratton and Tracy stage their only debate for U.S. Senate
The winner succeeds retiring U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.)
Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying parking lot burglar
Man allegedly broke into cars into hospital parking garage.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Kevin Byard looking forward to return to Chicago to face Bears, Caleb Williams
Byard experienced plenty during his two seasons with the Bears.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Bears RG Jonah Jackson moving in a positive direction as he tries to play Thursday against Pats
Jackson left Sunday's 31-23 win at Atlanta. He had a did-not-practice designation on Monday and was listed as limited on Tuesday with hip and quadriceps injuries.
1 hospitalized in Springfield shooting
Officers found a man with a gunshot wound when they arrived on scene.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Budget-friendly, sustainable ways to build your dream Halloween costume
Intuit TurboTax reports on budget-friendly, sustainable Halloween costumes, suggesting to repurpose existing clothes, swap with friends, thrift strategically, DIY props, and invest in one key piece for authenticity.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Sangamon Co. State’s Attorney and staff recognized for working with crime victims
The award was handed out Tuesday at the Sangamon County Complex in Springfield.
2 weeks ago in Local
Alderwoman accuses Springfield city staff of keeping info away from her
Ald. Notariano wants information about police SUV's as she attempts to get wellness software through the council.
2 weeks ago in National
The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch
The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.
2 weeks ago in Sports
LeBron James is set to open his 24th season in New York when his 76ers visit the Knicks
There was a plausible scenario where LeBron James would open his record 24th NBA season at Madison Square Garden — only in a New York Knicks uniform. His agent, Rich Paul, said over the summer the Knicks would have been James' first choice in free agency had New York not won its first NBA championship since 1973 last season.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Eagles are not being punished for handling of Jalen Hurts’ blood clots, AP source says
The Philadelphia Eagles are not being disciplined for how they handled quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clots, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
John Turturro, thief of New York characters, stars in ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York’
John Turturro grew up in Hollis, Queens, and has lived in Park Slope, Brooklyn, since 1988. Through his life as a New Yorker, his most reliable reservoir of inspiration has been the sidewalks and subway cars around him.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Christina Applegate says her doctor told her she was misdiagnosed with MS
Christina Applegate, who has candidly shared raw details about her journey with multiple sclerosis for years, revealed Monday her doctor says she doesn't have the autoimmune disease and was misdiagnosed.
2 weeks ago in Trending, World
Prince Harry says he wants to work out relationship with brother and father
Prince Harry has said he wants his disagreements with his brother Prince William and his father King Charles III to "work out." In an interview with GQ magazine about grief and family, recorded in New York in late September and published on Tuesday, Harry was asked if he grieves his "complicated" relationship with his father and brother.
