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3 weeks ago
Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history
The first baby boomer on the Supreme Court hit a milestone on Thursday, becoming the second-longest serving justice in history at a time when his influence has never seemed greater.
4 weeks ago
Diesel fuel surges over $6 per gallon as prices continue to skyrocket
Fuel remains one of the highest operating costs in the industry, only second to labor costs.
4 weeks ago
‘Broadview 6’ defense accuses feds of keeping grand jury transcripts secret, reneging on dropping conspiracy charge
In new filings, attorneys say government is trying to ‘have its cake and eat it, too.'
4 weeks ago
White Sox acquire LHP Trevor Richards from the Phillies for cash considerations
Over a nine-year career, Richards has also played for the Marlins, Rays, Brewers, Blue Jays, Twins, Royals and Diamondbacks.
4 weeks ago
Man charged in US with stealing $450 million from Mexican billionaire in loan scheme
Sklarov was arrested in Chicago on Saturday on the indictment by a federal grand jury in New York City, prosecutors said.
4 weeks ago
Some iPhone owners could get up to $95 payment after Apple agrees to settle case for $250 million
Owners of some iPhones are in line to get cash payments of up to $95 from Apple after the company on Tuesday reached a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit for false advertising of its artificial intelligence capabilities.
4 weeks ago
Children’s clothing chain with Springfield location plans to close 150 stores
Company: Tariff costs impacting bottom line.
4 weeks ago
DOJ seeking Illinois voter data to purge suspected noncitizens, documents suggest
In court filing, intervenors say the Trump administration is concealing true purpose of its case.
4 weeks ago
Chicago Bulls hire Atlanta Hawks executive Bryson Graham to lead their front office
Graham takes over as Chicago's executive vice president of basketball operations after the organization fired Arturas Karnisovas a month ago.
4 weeks ago
Chicago Sky waive Hailey Van Lith and sign Natasha Cloud
The Sky also waived second-round picks Maddy Westbeld and Aicha Coulibaly on Monday.
4 weeks ago
White Sox sign veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk to $1.25 million deal; place Austin Hays back on IL
Grichuk, who elected free agency after being designated for assignment by the New York Yankees last week, should give the White Sox a solid right-handed bat against left-handed pitchers.
4 weeks ago
USPS unveils Route 66 centennial stamps, born from a photographer’s 42 trips
The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels — many since preserved or restored — along with breathtaking vistas and wide horizons of the open road.
4 weeks ago
Man fatally stabbed outside Busch Stadium hours after St. Louis Cardinals game
“This could have happened anywhere, but what happened tonight was a dispute between two people. Unfortunately, it happened at a treasured St. Louis staple,” said Mitch McCoy, spokesperson for St. Louis police.
4 weeks ago
USPS unveils Route 66 centennial stamps, born from a photographer’s 42 trips
The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels — many since preserved or restored — along with breathtaking vistas and wide horizons of the open road.
4 weeks ago
Trump DOJ investigating ‘gender ideology’ in 3 dozen Illinois school districts
Feds cite Title IX, recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings as basis for inquiry.
4 weeks ago
In the PR battle for AI data centers, tech giants got a blue-collar ally
Speaking to the City Council in Joliet, Illinois, Alicia Morales complained that union members — who sat in the front row holding “vote yes for union jobs” signs — had been disrespectful and “bullied a lot of people” entering the meeting.
4 weeks ago
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani goes hitless in 4th straight game for the 1st time since 2022
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday after a 4-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals that he believes in his star to “come out of it at some point.”
4 weeks ago
Cubs activate closer Daniel Palencia from the 15-day injured list
“I think we are getting healthy,” manager Craig Counsell said. “We still got to perform, and we've performed really good the last two and a half weeks.”
4 weeks ago
Nearly half of Munetaka Murakami’s hits have been homers. It takes a lot to sustain that
The 26-year-old infielder from Japan is tied with Aaron Judge for the major league lead with 13 home runs.
4 weeks ago
A UIS professor researching water, heat, and the impacts on cities
Their research shows that shaded areas in urban environments can be up to 36 degrees cooler.
