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Illinois Boys High School Basketball Poll

Who's #1 in classes 1A through 4A?

2 weeks ago

McDonald’s: Q4 Earnings Snapshot

The Chicago-based company said it had net income of $3.03 per share.

2 weeks ago

February is ‘Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month’

Studie show 1 in 3 teens are victims of dating abuse and violence and aren't even aware.

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Ten years after winning World Series, Cubs enter 2026 with similar expectations

It's safe to say elite expectations will be back at Wrigley Field this summer.

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Several ICE agents were arrested in recent months, showing risk of misconduct

When officers in suburban Chicago found a man passed out in a crashed car in October, they were surprised to discover the driver was an ICE officer who had recently completed his shift at a detention center and had his government firearm in the vehicle.

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Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese unite on a star-studded US World Cup qualifying roster

Clark and Reese have helped the rise of women's basketball over the past few years, starting with their memorable meeting in the NCAA championship game in 2023 that LSU won.

2 weeks ago

Bulls’ Collin Sexton fined $35,000 for inappropriate hand gesture during loss to Nets

The incident happened during Chicago's 123-115 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Monday.

2 weeks ago

Right-hander Aaron Civale agrees to a $6 million, 1-year contract with the Athletics

Civale most recently played for the Chicago Cubs.

2 weeks ago

White Sox sign right-hander Erick Fedde to 1-year, $1.5M deal, place Bush on injured list

Fedde will fill left hander Ky Bush's spot on the 40-man roster.

2 weeks ago

UIS Softball makes home stand at the Scheels Sports Park

The Springfield Clinic Dome at the Scheels Sports Park will be hosting the next 10 games for UIS Softball, including 2 tournaments.

2 weeks ago

County: City aldermen had misunderstandings about animal control contract

City to pay bill for last year of service now that some "miscommunications" have been cleared up.

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‘Passport to Illinois’ now available as America’s 250’s birthday begins

56 areas and pieces of history are featured -- including Springfield.

2 weeks ago

Court rules in favor of the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act

Illinois to continue banning interchange fees with the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act.

2 weeks ago

Angel Reese re-signs with Rose BC for remainder of Unrivaled season

eese led Unrivaled with 12.2 rebounds per game last season and led Rose in blocked shots.

2 weeks ago

Kraft Heinz pauses plans to split into 2 companies, says its problems are ‘fixable’

On Wednesday, the company said it will pivot from the split and invest $600 million in marketing, sales and product development.

2 weeks ago

The data center debate continues at the Sangamon County Board

Pros and cons of data centers discussed by the public again.

2 weeks ago

Teachers, parents voice concerns over proposed cuts to Rochester schools

In January, district leaders announced just over $3 million in cuts as part of a deficit reduction plan.

2 weeks ago

Ball-Chatham School District asking voters to approve $110 million referendum

Lamon said some buildings have gotten so bad that they've struggled to keep classrooms warmer than 50 degrees in the winter.

3 weeks ago

Discussion continues over decorum – or lack thereof – at Springfield City Council

The temperature was cooler this week, but there are still concerns over funding to the SSGA and decorum.

3 weeks ago

Even though marijuana is legal in Illinois, clearing old criminal records still a challenge

People report lengthy delays long after judges approve expungement and sealing orders.

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