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Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name and close for 2 years, challenging a judge’s order

The battle over the Kennedy Center's future escalated Thursday as President Donald Trump's allies on the board took new steps to commemorate him with physical changes to the iconic performing arts institution that could defy a federal court order.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Looking to see the solar eclipse from North America? Here’s where and when to catch a sliver

Sorry, North America. After winning the cosmic lottery with a pair of coast-to-coast total solar eclipses, now it's Europe's turn. But look skyward anyway Wednesday and, if you're far enough north in the U.S. and Canada, you might savor a partial eclipse as the moon nibbles away at the sun.

4 days ago in National, Trending

How to spot the Perseid meteor shower, a summer light show that promises to dazzle

The Perseid summer light show is back — and viewing conditions are especially promising for the Northern Hemisphere. The meteor shower's peak Wednesday night into Thursday morning coincides with a total solar eclipse across Spain, Iceland and Greenland and a six-planet parade — though the best time to view the fireballs will come after totality.

4 days ago in National

Taylor Farms recalls jalapeno products over salmonella concerns

Taylor Fresh Foods, parent company of Taylor Farms, is voluntarily recalling some products that include jalapenos because of worries about a possible salmonella contamination.

1 week ago in National

Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions

A Senate committee on Thursday voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department for potential prosecution over his refusal to answer questions at a hearing last week focused on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

1 week ago in National

Takeaways from Tuesday’s elections: El-Sayed pulls off narrow victory over Democratic establishment

Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.

1 week ago in National

North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee recommends his censure

Embattled North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign on Wednesday, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.

1 week ago in National

Stevens and El-Sayed are in a close race for Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination

Moderate candidate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed were in a tight race for Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in the early morning hours of Wednesday.

Sports

5 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Chicago Bears looking at 2 sites for stadium in Indiana and could end up using both

McCaskey acknowledged the “anxiety” of a move to northwest Indiana for the team's fans.

20 hours ago in Sports

Montero, Tigers shut out Guardians without a strikeout, a first in MLB since 2014

Keider Montero pitched three-hit ball into the seventh inning and the Detroit Tigers blanked the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 on Thursday despite failing to record a strikeout.

20 hours ago in Sports

Chicago Bears could merge 2 sites for potential stadium in northwest Indiana

The Chicago Bears have at least one viable site for a new stadium in northwest Indiana and they are examining a second location as they move closer to finalizing a place for their new home.

1 day ago in Sports

Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman somehow avoids serious injury in frightening fall into visitors’ dugout

Freddie Freeman apparently avoided serious injury Wednesday night when the Los Angeles Dodgers' first baseman took a frightening tumble down the stairs and into the visitors' dugout while trying to catch a foul popup in the eighth inning.

2 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Bears safety Coby Bryant to miss four to six months after knee surgery

Chicago Bears defensive back Coby Bryant speaks during news conference at the team's NFL football training camp, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in Lake Forest, Ill. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Johnson said Bryant had surgery Friday without disclosing details of the injury.

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

Pope hats, bloody shirts and so many bobbleheads: The creative ways MLB teams lure fans to the park

A fan wears a promotional pope hat during a baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and Chicago White Sox, Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Melissa Tamez)

Fun is the overarching theme when it comes to stadium giveaways, and business has been good at major league ballparks this year.

2 days ago in Sports

CBS Sports president says there’s no timeline for a decision on Tony Romo’s future

CBS Sports president David Berson said Tuesday he does not have a timeline for a decision about Tony Romo's future. Romo, the network's lead NFL analyst, is on leave following his arrest last month in Wisconsin on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.

3 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Former White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson announces his retirement after 10 years in the majors

FILE - Tim Anderson, with Los Angeles Angels, looks to the field during the ninth inning of an opening-day baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, March 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

Anderson was selected by Chicago with the No. 17 overall pick in the 2013 amateur draft.

Lifestyle

20 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois

A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.

1 day ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Restoration work continues at former Ursuline Academy/Benedictine University campus in Springfield

The former Benedictine University campus in Springfield.

Libri said the long-term vision for the school building includes an artisans' space with studios for painters, sculptors and other artists, a coffee shop and two additional museum-type spaces.

1 day ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

UPDATE: $1 billion Powerball jackpot won with ticket bought in Illinois

Wednesday night's $1 billion Powerball ticket was sold at a HyVee Fast & Fresh in Quincy. 

2 days ago in Agriculture, Education, Entertainment, Farm, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Video

VIDEO: Watch a preview of the Illinois State Fair

Illinois State Fair

The Illinois State Fair runs from August 13-23.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

3 big questions to ask your aging parents

One of the toughest things to go through as an adult is helping your parents as they get older. Life is finite, and both you and your parents might be reluctant to talk about what type of support they might need. But as difficult as these conversations can be, it's important to make time for them.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

Heading off to college? Here are some tips for managing your finances

Heading off to college is exciting, but it also involves new adult responsibilities. That makes it a great time to start getting comfortable with credit, building healthy spending habits and learning how to manage money.

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

Illinois Realtors to partner with local officials to address home construction barriers

Playbook Illinois realtors

Illinois Association of Realtors, launched a partnership with local officials across the state!

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Local

City approves work to connect Lake Springfield homes to sewer system

But, at least one alderman isn't happy with a lack of minority representation on the work.

Local News from Capitol City Now

5 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National

DCFS: ‘Significant miscommunication’ within the agency led to missed court dates

Gov. JB Pritzker takes questions at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield on Aug. 12, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

Governor says he’s been assured agency leaders will attend next court date as Capitol News Illinois seeks public records.

5 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Chicago Bears looking at 2 sites for stadium in Indiana and could end up using both

McCaskey acknowledged the “anxiety” of a move to northwest Indiana for the team's fans.

6 hours ago in History, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

Classic cars lead off State Fair parade

A Chatham man owns 17 classic cars.

20 hours ago in IL State News, Local

Man accused of harassing City Council candidate resigned from Sangamon County Democratic Party -Party chair

Teresa Tran, candidate for Ward 8.

Diana Carlile -- who just took over the party in April -- said the man who was identified as a precinct committeeperson resigned the post before she could ask for his resignation.

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

Springfield Bishop Paprocki joins federal lawsuit opposing medically-assisted suicide

Bishop Thomas John Paproclki spoke to reporters in May, 2025.

The group says the new law abandons what the lawsuit calls "nearly two millennia of medical practice."

23 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Entertainment, Farm, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

The Illinois State Fair is on!

Pritzker administration boasts improved fairgrounds.

Entertainment News

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Film academy to honor Colman Domingo, Charlize Theron and John Carpenter at museum gala

Actors Colman Domingo, Charlize Theron and filmmaker John Carpenter are set to be honored at the Academy Museum Gala this fall. The red carpet for the annual fundraising event, now in its sixth year, has become a reliably starry and glamorous affair — a West Coast rival to New York's Met Gala. This year's edition will take place on the evening of Oct. 17 in Los Angeles.

23 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Entertainment, Farm, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

The Illinois State Fair is on!

Pritzker administration boasts improved fairgrounds.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Marc Anthony, Chayanne and more to play benefit concert for Venezuela and Colombia earthquake relief

Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi, Chayanne, Feid, Jay Wheeler and many more will perform at an international benefit concert livestreamed from Miami on Sunday to raise money for those impacted by devastating earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia.

1 day ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

UPDATE: $1 billion Powerball jackpot won with ticket bought in Illinois

Wednesday night's $1 billion Powerball ticket was sold at a HyVee Fast & Fresh in Quincy. 

2 days ago in Agriculture, Education, Entertainment, Farm, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Video

VIDEO: Watch a preview of the Illinois State Fair

Illinois State Fair

The Illinois State Fair runs from August 13-23.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin

A few years ago, a pop culture store owner in Wisconsin mentioned to Jason Ganos, a well-known Nintendo game collector, that he had a box of Super Mario cartridges that had been sitting in storage for years. It stopped Ganos in his tracks.

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Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois

A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.

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Looking to see the solar eclipse from North America? Here’s where and when to catch a sliver

Sorry, North America. After winning the cosmic lottery with a pair of coast-to-coast total solar eclipses, now it's Europe's turn. But look skyward anyway Wednesday and, if you're far enough north in the U.S. and Canada, you might savor a partial eclipse as the moon nibbles away at the sun.

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