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4 days ago in National, Trending

Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions

Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.

5 days ago in National

Denver airport security missed trespasser who was killed by plane on runway

Workers at Denver airport initially missed a security breach by man who scaled an 8-foot perimeter fence and crossed a runway where he was hit and killed in a fiery collision by a plane with 231 people on board, authorities said Tuesday.

6 days ago in National

US consumer prices jump as Iran war sends energy prices rapidly higher

The Labor Department's consumer price index rose 3.8% from April 2025, according to data released Tuesday. On a month-to-month basis, April prices rose 0.6% from March as gasoline prices rose 5.4% during the month; the month-over-month gain was down from 0.9% increase from February to March.

6 days ago in National

Hegseth is facing a new round of questioning from Congress on the Iran war and more

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers in Congress on Tuesday about the Trump administration's end game for the Iran war, the conflict's costs and its impact on diminishing weapons stockpiles.

1 week ago in National

US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns

The U.S. State Department will begin revoking the U.S. passports of thousands of parents who owe a significant amount of unpaid child support. The department told The Associated Press on Thursday that the revocations would begin Friday and be focused on those who owe $100,000 or more.

2 weeks ago in National

A note a former cellmate says he found after Epstein’s suspected suicide attempt is released

A note Jeffrey Epstein's former cellmate claimed he found after the millionaire sex offender's first suspected jail suicide attempt was made public Wednesday, years after being sealed and locked in a courthouse vault as part of an unrelated legal dispute.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

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.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

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.

Sports

13 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports

Cardinals manager Marmol buys tickets for fans to continue shirtless revelry at Busch Stadium

Fans cheer and wave their shirts above their heads during the fourth inning of a baseball game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Royals Saturday, May 16, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

“Last night’s atmosphere was electric. Let’s run it back this weekend,” Marmol said in a social media post. “I’ll buy tickets for fans who want to sit in the right field Loge and bring the energy.”

13 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Umpire leaves Cubs-White Sox game after being struck by foul ball

View of Baseball Umpire Brushing Off and Cleaning Home Plate with Hand Brush for Ball Game

The White Sox said O’Nora had concussion-like symptoms and was undergoing further evaluation.

13 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

White Sox outfielders Austin Hays and Everson Pereira move closer to rehab assignment

Hays is on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain. Pereira is coming back from a right pectoral strain.

2 days ago in Sports

Gotterup posts lowest score and Scheffler survives rough start in wind-swept PGA Championship

Chris Gotterup had enough Jersey toughness to handle the cold wind and treacherous greens Friday in the PGA Championship and then poured it on at the end with three straight birdies, giving him a 5-under 65 for the low round of the tournament.

2 days ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

UIS Hosts Regional Baseball Tournament

The University of Illinois Springfield Prairie Stars are hosting NCAA regional baseball games this weekend following a strong spring sports season.

2 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Blackhawks agree to 3-year contract with forward prospect Roman Kantserov

Chicago Blackhawks

The Blackhawks went 29-39-14 this year, an 11-point improvement on the previous season and still nowhere near playoff contention.

2 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Brad Underwood agrees to new contract terms following Illinois’ Final Four run

FILE - Illinois head coach Brad Underwood watches froom the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game against UConn at the Final Four, April 4, 2026, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

The agreement requires approval of university trustees.

2 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

White Sox say fan who fell into the bullpen seems to be doing well

Rate Field in Chicago, home of the Chicago White Sox.

The video shows the fan rising to his feet as Chicago second baseman Chase Meidroth hits a run-scoring sacrifice fly to Royals center fielder Lane Thomas for the first out in the bottom of the third inning.

Lifestyle

13 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports

Cardinals manager Marmol buys tickets for fans to continue shirtless revelry at Busch Stadium

Fans cheer and wave their shirts above their heads during the fourth inning of a baseball game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Royals Saturday, May 16, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

“Last night’s atmosphere was electric. Let’s run it back this weekend,” Marmol said in a social media post. “I’ll buy tickets for fans who want to sit in the right field Loge and bring the energy.”

17 hours ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Downtown Springfield filled with celebration during PrideFest 2026

Springfield PrideFest Parade

“It brings a gathering place to the community,” Geist said. “Sometimes in smaller areas, it can be hard to see all the pride around here, but having a festival for it, it’s just one big gathering place.”

3 days ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Central Illinois shoppers feeling the pinch of rising costs

"There's no way around it, and it just seems like it's just going up and up and up," Garecht said.

3 days ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports

WWE pins BOS Center

Cardiff, Wales - September 3rd 2022: WWE Champion Roman Reigns holding up the championship belt in the ring at WWE Clash at the Castle

Ticket sales start May 20.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Storm — APL Cat of the Week

Gray tabby cat lying on an orange towel next to a white ceramic bowl, gazing at the camera with green eyes.

Storm is full of meaningful affection for the right people.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Birdie — APL Dog of the Week

Black dog wearing a pink bandana with colorful patterns standing near a chain-link fence in a yard.

Full of energy and ready to come home to you!

4 days ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Food Scene, History, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

STARSHIP to perform at Springfield Route 66 event

STARSHIP will perform Nov. 11 in Springfield as part of the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Statewide Conference and Centennial Celebration at Route 66 Motorheads.

"We Built This City" for a Route 66 celebration.

5 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Hottest Mays in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Mays in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

Local News from Capitol City Now

12 hours ago in IL State News, Local

Jacksonville businesses lose power after storms snap utility pole, potential funnel cloud spotted

Downed wooden utility pole with tangled power lines across a street near a gas station, creating a hazard route barrier.

NWS: Funnel cloud spotted east of Jacksonville.

12 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National

Tech giants sued over ‘stealing’ voices of well-known journalists, voice actors to train AI

Machine learning with data technology. Robot inputting information from a human head into its own. futuristic digital network technology, innovation. AI Learning and Artificial Intelligence concept

The 9 Class actions filed under Illinois’ strongest-in-nation biometric data privacy law.

13 hours ago in Business, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

Federal drug discount expansion proposal may cost Illinois millions, agency head says

A billboard truck urges lawmakers to “say no to 340B abuse” as it makes its rounds in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood surrounding the Illinois State Capitol. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

Memo details how expanding 340B program would impact private health plans and state employee insurance.

13 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports

Cardinals manager Marmol buys tickets for fans to continue shirtless revelry at Busch Stadium

Fans cheer and wave their shirts above their heads during the fourth inning of a baseball game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Royals Saturday, May 16, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

“Last night’s atmosphere was electric. Let’s run it back this weekend,” Marmol said in a social media post. “I’ll buy tickets for fans who want to sit in the right field Loge and bring the energy.”

13 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National

As electric bills rise, some states are focusing on the growing profits of utilities

FILE - Eric Pinson, manager and resident of the Lock 24 RV Park and Campground, one of two such locations he manages in the area, looks over the business' electric bills, at his home at the campground in Racine, Ohio, March 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)

The push comes during a midterm election year in which affordability is the leading theme in Democrats’ attempts to loosen Republicans' control of Washington.

13 hours ago in Business, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

Tiny patients, big fight: NICU parents win leave in 2 states and push for more

Farra White poses with her 1-year-old daughter, Olivia, and husband Marlon White outside their residence Thursday, May 7, 2026, in Fort Collins, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

A more modest policy will take effect next month in Illinois, guaranteeing between 10 and 20 days of unpaid leave to NICU parents.

Entertainment News

17 hours ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Downtown Springfield filled with celebration during PrideFest 2026

Springfield PrideFest Parade

“It brings a gathering place to the community,” Geist said. “Sometimes in smaller areas, it can be hard to see all the pride around here, but having a festival for it, it’s just one big gathering place.”

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

New Wings exhibit traces Paul McCartney’s reinvention as husband, father and bandleader

The largest collection of Paul McCartney's personal artifacts ever publicly displayed is part of a new exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame centering on his life after The Beatles.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Bam! Pow! Krakoom! The everlasting allure of the American comic book

Pick one up. Be seduced by its glossy cover. Gaze upon the impossibly muscular body clad in a skin-tight suit. Our hero or heroine will surely be soaring, shouting, blasting a villain into next week. They are ridiculous. They are addictively great. Comic books, of the superhero variety, are 100% American.

2 days ago in Entertainment

John Travolta surprised with honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival

John Travolta was surprised with an honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival premiere of his directorial debut Friday.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Grammy-nominated Jordin Sparks selected to sing the national anthem at the Indianapolis 500

Grammy-nominated Jordin Sparks will sing the national anthem at next week's Indianapolis 500, race organizers announced Thursday. The singer, songwriter and actress also performed the anthem before the 2015 and 2024 races.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, ‘Dai Dai’

As the song demands: "Let's go!" The Colombian superstar Shakira and Afrobeats icon Burna Boy have teamed up for "Dai Dai," the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS. FIFA has announced that, for the first time, the final at the Metlife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will include a Super Bowl-style concert.

4 days ago in National, Trending

Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions

Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.