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5 days ago in National
A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot
Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.
5 days ago in National, Trending
Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance
After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."
1 week ago in National
TSA officers share how they’re scraping by without pay
A woman in Indiana who put off dental surgery because she doesn't know if she can afford the copay. A Florida couple with young children who are depleting their savings. A grandmother in Idaho who plans to sell her car to pay the rent. They are among the tens of thousands Transportation Security Administration officers set to receive another $0 paycheck this week.
1 week ago in National
Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport
Two people were killed and several others badly hurt when an Air Canada regional jet struck a fire truck on a runway while landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport, officials said.
1 week ago in National
Federal immigration agents seen at Atlanta airport after Trump order amid during partial shutdown
Federal immigration officers have been seen at an airport in Atlanta after President Donald Trump said he'd deploy agents to supplement the Transportation Security Administration during a government shutdown that has caused long lines at security checkpoints across the country.
2 weeks ago in National
Stocks sink on fears the war with Iran will keep interest rates high
Stocks are sinking Friday as hopes wither on Wall Street for a possible cut to interest rates by the Federal Reserve this year because of the...
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
The Latest: US deploys thousands more troops to the war as Iran threatens world tourism sites
The U.S. military is deploying three more warships and roughly 2,500 more marines to the Middle East, where there's no end to the war in sight despite...
2 weeks ago in National
US college student’s death in Barcelona was likely an accident, Spanish police say
James "Jimmy" Gracey, a college student from Illinois who was found dead after going missing while in Barcelona on a break, was likely the victim of...
Sports
6 minutes ago in Entertainment, Sports
Men’s NCAA tournament averaging 10.3 million viewers, its most-watched since 1993
The men's NCAA tournament is averaging 10.3 million viewers through the Elite Eight, according to Nielsen. That is the tournament's best audience since...
1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Illinois’ defense, net efficiency of top seeds Michigan and Arizona stand out entering Final Four
Illinois (28-8) entered the NCAA tourney ranked second in KenPom's adjusted offensive efficiency by averaging 131.2 points per 100 possessions while ranking just 28th in defense (99.1).
1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Edward Cabrera shines in debut with the Chicago Cubs
Wearing custom Cubs-themed cleats, the 6-foot-5 Cabrera allowed two baserunners in his first start of the year.
1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Bulls waive guard Jaden Ivey after anti-LGBTQ+ comments, remarks about religion on Instagram
"“They proclaim Pride Month in the NBA,” he said. “They proclaim it. They show it to the world. They say come join us for Pride, for Pride Month to celebrate unrighteousness."
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, Sports
‘We’re just so proud’: Illini welcomed home by hundreds after punching Final Four ticket
"They have fought hard," said Illini fan Sharon Grogan.
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
Cubs and second baseman Nico Hoerner finalize their $141 million, 6-year contract
“There’d be nothing more satisfying than winning a championship in the place you started."
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports
White Sox’s Murakami joins Guardians’ DeLauter in exclusive club with HRs in first 3 MLB games
Murakami said after the White Sox's 9-7 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday that he's “truly grateful and happy” to achieve that type of milestone but added he still has plenty to work on as he begin his career.
2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports
March Madness: Here’s a storyline to watch about each of the Final Four teams in the men’s field
Here are storylines to watch on each of the teams that will play in Saturday's national semifinals in Indianapolis.
Lifestyle
22 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National
A ‘200 million dollar investment’: Lawmaker proposes measure that could expand BOS Center, build new downtown hotel
Lawmakers: No new taxes for Springfield residents to pay for the project if approved.
1 day ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Illinois
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Illinois using data from Zillow.
2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports
March Madness: Here’s a storyline to watch about each of the Final Four teams in the men’s field
Here are storylines to watch on each of the teams that will play in Saturday's national semifinals in Indianapolis.
2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports
The Final Four is set as UConn stuns Duke to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan
Illinois is a 1 1/2-point favorite over UConn and, in reality, it's the Huskies, at plus-550, who are the biggest long shot in Indy.
3 days ago in Education, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Legislation advances that would allow community colleges to award four-year degrees
The measure would create a community college baccalaureate program aimed at addressing workforce shortages and expanding access to higher education.
4 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Plumbing Expert
Do-it-yourself projects can save money and build confidence, or do the opposite
For beginners, taking on a project can seem daunting and some people don't know who or where to turn to.
4 days ago in Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Photo exhibit captures Springfield’s Route 66 sites
The Pharmacy displays a dozen David Schwartz portraits.
5 days ago in Entertainment, History, Lifestyle, Local
Lots of fun to be had in Springfield in April
Spring kicks off Springfield's "busy" tourism season.
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19 minutes ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, National
NewsChannel 20 changes ownership hands again
A number of publications report Rincon Broadcasting Group is transferring control of the station group, including WICS-TV, WRSP-TV, and WICD-TV to a company called Community News Media LLC.
39 minutes ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Illinois State Police making 911 upgrades
The upgrades were completed using various regional providers.
8 hours ago in Health & Wellness, Local
CWLP: Our water tastes good!
CWLP wins award in regional water competition.
Springfield Police Chief on the hot seat at Tuesday night’s City Council Meeting
Springfield Police Chief Joe Behl was in the hot seat at Tuesday's Springfield City Council Meeting regarding the arrest of a 19-year-old Springfield woman.
22 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National
A ‘200 million dollar investment’: Lawmaker proposes measure that could expand BOS Center, build new downtown hotel
Lawmakers: No new taxes for Springfield residents to pay for the project if approved.
24 hours ago in Food Scene, Health & Wellness, Local
Dietitian: Side dishes can be made healthy, and tasty, and a class will show you how
Zepp hosts classes at the Memorial Wellness Center on making the meals and snacks you eat better for you.
Entertainment News
3 minutes ago in Entertainment, Music
Suspension lifted for helicopter pilots who hovered near Kid Rock’s home
The Army pilots who hovered two helicopters near Kid Rock's Tennessee home during a training run while he clapped and saluted have had their...
6 minutes ago in Entertainment, Sports
Men’s NCAA tournament averaging 10.3 million viewers, its most-watched since 1993
The men's NCAA tournament is averaging 10.3 million viewers through the Elite Eight, according to Nielsen. That is the tournament's best audience since...
19 minutes ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, National
NewsChannel 20 changes ownership hands again
A number of publications report Rincon Broadcasting Group is transferring control of the station group, including WICS-TV, WRSP-TV, and WICD-TV to a company called Community News Media LLC.
22 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National
A ‘200 million dollar investment’: Lawmaker proposes measure that could expand BOS Center, build new downtown hotel
Lawmakers: No new taxes for Springfield residents to pay for the project if approved.
4 days ago in Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Photo exhibit captures Springfield’s Route 66 sites
The Pharmacy displays a dozen David Schwartz portraits.
5 days ago in Entertainment, History, Lifestyle, Local
Lots of fun to be had in Springfield in April
Spring kicks off Springfield's "busy" tourism season.
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Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea
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5 days ago in National, Trending
Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance
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