2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National

Report: New data centers could create more than 120K Illinois jobs, though mostly temporary

Energy, environmental advocates remain skeptical data centers will provide significant, lasting benefits.

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Marion woman duped out of $318K in elaborate gold-bar scheme

The scammers planned for a second $272K drop, telling her to hand over the gold to a federal agent who would give the code word ‘poker queen.’ This time, she called their bluff.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bears coaches anticipate getting defensive back Kyler Gordon back soon from calf injury

The Bears on Wednesday started a 21-day practice window to determine if they would bring Gordon back from the physically unable to perform list, and he has been a full participant in practice since then.

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, Sports

NFL’s Goodell meets with Illinois governor as the Bears continue pursuit of new stadium

“Timely action is essential as the Bears work to find a long-term stadium solution for the club and their fans,” the league said.

2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local

State leaders distribute 8,000 books to children during Illinois Literacy Day

States hope to address the country’s historic low literacy rate.

2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, Fall Guide, Farm, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Pumpkin patches and apple orchards ready for busy fall season

Cooler weather brings more visitors as fall season continues.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

Acting legislative inspector general Risley lays out his priorities

Without mentioning names, he says he is unlike predecessor Mike McCuskey.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bears coach Ben Johnson is considering his options at quarterback for matchup with the Jets

“Yeah, we got three guys, and we’ll kind of … we’ll work through the week and see where they’re at,” Johnson said Wednesday.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

PCA, Cubs meekly exit playoffs after offense disappears in 2-game Wild Card sweep by Padres

“None of it feels good,” Crow-Armstrong said. “That’s it. So I’m just feeling pretty disappointed in myself, but that’s for me to work on.”

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

With their playoff slump broken and a pope on their side, the White Sox want more this October

“I can tell you right now that the group isn’t satisfied with this,” Venable said.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Northwestern opens new Ryan Field on Friday night against Penn State

The Wildcats host Penn State on Friday night for the highly anticipated debut of their $875 million stadium — built on the same site as the former Ryan Field.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Johnson and Glenn match wits once again as the Bears host the Jets in Week 4

Johnson goes up against Glenn once again on Sunday when the Bears host the New York Jets.

2 weeks ago in Crime, Local

Crime of the Week: Prevent your vehicle from being burglarized

Three key tips to prevent motor vehicle-related thefts.

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

Illinois GOP lawmakers want five new betting and digital-related fees repealed

Five new "taxes" are part of the state budget, and five new bills would repeal them.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

Ameren: Please generate safely

Carbon monoxide and electricity backfeed are among the hazards.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Rising bond yields rattle markets worldwide and overshadow hopes for AI stocks

Another crank higher in bond yields is rattling stock markets around the world on Thursday and helping to overshadow optimism that the artificial-intelligence industry can...

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, National

Failed Tennessee execution renews the debate over death penalty methods

Tennessee officials have yet to explain what went wrong during the failed execution of Christa Pike, which was called off after she was given two doses...

2 weeks ago in National

Supreme Court grants review of Trump administration’s mandatory detention policy for immigrants

The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to review a Trump administration policy denying bond hearings for immigrants as the government carries out..

2 weeks ago in Sports

‘Is this the end?’ Cristiano Ronaldo’s future with Portugal unclear after veteran star leaves team

By TALES AZZONI AP Sports Writer MADRID (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo’s abrupt decision to leave Portugal’s training camp after an…

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, World

Tokyo court grants legal protection to human voices in AI clone case

A Tokyo court has awarded legal protection to the human voice in a landmark case in which a popular Japanese anime voice actor demanded that TikTok close...