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1 hour ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National
Waymo begins testing in Chicago as bill seeks to legalize autonomous vehicles
Labor, driving unions are raising concerns over safety, job loss.
2 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Illinois steps up distracted driving enforcement during April awareness month
State warns of dangers of texting, social media and other distractions behind the wheel.
2 hours ago in IL State News, Local
Illinois promotes safety awareness during Hazardous Materials Awareness Month
State agencies encourage residents to learn about chemical risks and emergency preparedness.
2 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Lefty Matthew Boyd becomes second Cubs starting pitcher to land on injured list
Boyd is 1-1 with a 6.75 ERA in two starts this season for Chicago. He has 17 strikeouts in 9 1/3 innings.
2 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Bulls fire Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six years in a front-office shakeup
The Bulls' lone playoff appearance since all three were hired came during the 2021-22 season, when they finished sixth in the Eastern Conference at 46-36 and got knocked out by Milwaukee in the first round.
2 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Bears Hall of Famer Steve McMichael had CTE, researchers say. He died in 2025 after fighting ALS
It can only be diagnosed after death.
Entertainment News
4 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to perform at the Wireless Festival in July. It came after government officials condemned Ye's history of antisemitic remarks. The festival's organizers confirmed the ban and said the entire three-day festival was being canceled as a result.
5 hours ago in Entertainment
Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunite for ‘Charlie’s Angels’ 50th anniversary
Once upon a time there were three little girls who starred as private detectives answering to a never-seen boss in a show that turned into a pop culture phenomenon called "Charlie's Angels." Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunited to mark the show's 50th anniversary at PaleyFest LA on Monday night.
21 hours ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Comedian Bert Kreischer to perform at UIS
According to a news release, it's all part of his newly scheduled dates for the ongoing "Permission to Party" World Tour.
22 hours ago in Entertainment
Man cleared in the killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay could soon be freed
A man who was convicted and then cleared of killing rap star Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC could be freed within days after a judge granted him $ 1 million bond on Monday.
1 day ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Trivia night Saturday benefits ALPLM
Proceeds benefit "Team Lincoln."
1 day ago in Entertainment
It’s-a-hit: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ box office blasts off with $372.5 million globally
Mixed reviews didn't dissuade mass audiences from buying tickets to the "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," which scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood movie.
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4 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to perform at the Wireless Festival in July. It came after government officials condemned Ye's history of antisemitic remarks. The festival's organizers confirmed the ban and said the entire three-day festival was being canceled as a result.
5 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Michigan muscles its way to program’s 2nd national title, beating stubborn UConn 69-63
The five fabulous transfers who make up Michigan coach Dusty May's starting lineup got down and dirty with the rest of the Wolverines — coming out with the national title trophy Monday night after muscling their way to a 69-63 victory over stingy, stubborn UConn.