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5 hours ago in Crime, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
UPDATE: Actor permanently banned from ‘The Muni’ following sexual harassment investigation
The actor in question is being permanently banned, and The Muni wants anyone else who may have been a victim to contact the organization as soon as possible.
5 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local, National
Not written with AI, District 186 working on student/staff AI use policy
"We know that we are really just wanting use AI as a tool to elevate our learning, not replace our learning."
6 hours ago in Local
Woman dead after Springfield accident Thursday
The collision occurred near the intersection of South 7th Street and East Laurel.
19 hours ago in IL State News, Local
Alexi’s e-bike legislation passes
The goal is not only safety, but also for laws to keep up.
21 hours ago in Education, History, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
‘History Comes Alive’ returns to Springfield for 17th season
One of Springfield’s signature summer programs is back for its 17th year, bringing the city’s rich history to life through interactive tours, performances and educational experiences.
21 hours ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National
Illinois treasurer’s gift to Pope Leo? $8.65 of pontiff’s own money
Robert Prevost had money in unclaimed property from closed PayPal account.
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5 hours ago in Crime, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
UPDATE: Actor permanently banned from ‘The Muni’ following sexual harassment investigation
The actor in question is being permanently banned, and The Muni wants anyone else who may have been a victim to contact the organization as soon as possible.
20 hours ago in Entertainment
Choose ‘Trainspotting’: Ewan McGregor and Danny Boyle reflect on the life-changing film
Ewan McGregor, for a fleeting moment after "Trainspotting" came out, felt like a rock star. The kinetic film about four heroin addicts in late-1980s Scotland was and, 30 years later, remains defining — in his career, in the culture and in his understanding of what true artistic satisfaction can feel like.
20 hours ago in Entertainment
What to watch for at the Tony Awards on Broadway’s biggest night
Twenty-four shows on Broadway received Tony Award nominations this season, but not all will walk away with a trophy and the box office attention they usually bring.
23 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National
Illinois bill limits how social media companies can target feeds to children
The measure passed with unanimous support in both chambers.
24 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National
Inside Obama’s presidential museum opening this month: The cost, the books and a beehive
A look at the numbers behind the former President Barack Obama's presidential museum.
1 day ago in Business, Entertainment, History, Lifestyle, Local
From shamrocks to hearts: Where proceeds from the St. Patrick’s Day parade are going this year
"My Heart's Downtown" says their efforts are already working.
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Golden Knights and Hurricanes built their Stanley Cup Final teams in different ways
On the eve of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes, one of the general managers involved laid out his thinking when making roster moves.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
Last call? States look to extend bar and restaurant hours during the World Cup
World Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won't have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match. State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world's most-watched sporting event.