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7 days ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Anthropic researcher resigns with warning about the dangers of AI development

An Anthropic researcher said he is resigning from the company over concerns the artificial intelligence firm and its competitors are not acting responsibly in AI development, echoing concerns raised inside and outside of the industry about the technology's potential to elude human control.

1 week ago in National

Cyclospora outbreak followed years of declining FDA foreign inspections

A nationwide outbreak of cyclospora tied to contaminated lettuce has heightened safety concerns about imported food, while underscoring a longer-term trend: U.S. regulators are conducting fewer international inspections to catch contaminated produce before it lands on American plates.

2 weeks ago in National

Mistrial is declared in Lindsay Clancy child killings case after jury deadlocks

A judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial Friday after jurors failed to reach a verdict in a case that sharply divided many Americans over whether the Massachusetts woman should be criminally responsible for killing her three young children.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.

2 weeks ago in National

Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump administration's changing advice.

2 weeks ago in National

Lindsay Clancy trial jury deliberates for fifth day after telling judge they were deadlocked

Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial resumed deliberations Wednesday, a day after telling the judge they couldn't agree on whether the Massachusetts mother was criminally responsible for killing her three children.

3 weeks ago in National, Trending

More storms possible at Grand Canyon where a flash flood killed at least 2 people, others missing

At least two bodies have been recovered since a major flash flood swept through the Grand Canyon, park officials said Monday, as search and recovery efforts continued for about 15 people still missing.

Sports

16 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears have moved on from Week 1’s offensive show

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Scott Kinser)

It doesn't sound as if overconfidence is going to be an issue for Chicago when it faces the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday in its home opener at Soldier Field.

16 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

A late-season rally flips the AL Central race as the Guardians edge ahead of White Sox

Chicago White Sox's Tristan Peters walks back to the dugout after striking out in the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians in Cleveland, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

After dropping Monday’s opener, the Guardians rallied to win the last two games and took sole possession of first place in the AL Central for the first time since July 3.

16 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Blackhawks D Ethan Del Mastro agrees to a $1.9 million, 2-year contract

FILE - Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Ethan Del Mastro (38) skates with the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Jan. 24, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Matt Marton, File)

The Blackhawks start training camp Thursday and play their season opener on Sept. 29 at Vegas.

16 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

With 2 more homers, the Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes his MVP case

Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong watches the ball during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Melissa Tamez)

With Shohei Ohtani still on the injured list with right biceps inflammation, Crow-Armstrong keeps hitting home runs, closing in on the first 40-40 season in Cubs history, putting the finishing touches on his MVP case, at least as far as Cubs fans are concerned.

16 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Northwestern extends football coach David Braun’s contract through the 2031 season

FILE - Northwestern head coach David Braun looks on during the third quarter of an NCAA college football game against Michigan, Nov. 15, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty, File)

Braun is in his fourth season at Northwestern and carries a 20-19 record into Saturday’s game with Colorado. Northwestern went 7-6 and beat Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl last season.

2 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard becomes second-youngest captain in franchise history

In this photo taken with a smartphone, Chicago Blackhawks players, from left, Patrick Kane, Connor Bedard and Tyler Bertuzzi pose during a news conference introducing Bedard as the new captain of the NHL hockey club, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Jay Cohen)

“It's an incredible honor, something I don't take lightly,” Bedard said.

2 days ago in Sports

Formula 1 schedules 2027 season-opening race in Bahrain in March despite Middle East uncertainty

Formula 1 plans to open the 2027 season in Bahrain even as uncertainty remains over this year's races in the Middle East. F1 released a 24-race schedule for 2027 on Wednesday starting with the Bahrain Grand Prix on March 14 and then Saudi Arabia a week later, with events also scheduled for Qatar and Abu Dhabi at the end of the year.

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

WPBL begins historic first championship series

Samantha Gutierrez (left), and Ela Day Bedard, players on the Women's Professional Baseball League's San Francisco Firebells.

Season 1's championship starts Wednesday.

Lifestyle

15 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

City: More hotel nights booked in Springfield in 2025, expected to be higher this year

"That means hotel stays are up about 12,000 room nights. We have more travelers in town visiting Springfield."

2 days ago in Education, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

50% of Illinois children with ADHD receive behavior treatment. Why experts recommend it

LifeStance Health reports ADHD treatment rates in Illinois.

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

WPBL begins historic first championship series

Season 1's championship starts Wednesday.

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

Winner of $1 Billion Powerball jackpot from ticket bought in Quincy comes forward, remains anonymous

Illinois Lottery Director, Harold Mays (left), and Chicago Prize Center manager Amanda Crosas hold the big check representing the $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot from the August 12 drawing.

The winner says in a lottery news release that they didn't believe they won at first, until a family member was called.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

International Route 66 Mother Road Festival — Get the details here!

The biggest festival yet celebrating the 100th anniversary!

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

4 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Septembers with the most precipitation in Illinois since 1895

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

5 days ago in Automotive Repair Expert, Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

See how Illinois ranks for the most auto repair shops

Way.com reports on auto repair shops per capita in Illinois and across the country.

Local News from Capitol City Now

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

Springfield Business Journal: One local ambulance company purchases another

An emergency ambulance service provider will take over a non-emergency provider.

15 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

City: More hotel nights booked in Springfield in 2025, expected to be higher this year

"That means hotel stays are up about 12,000 room nights. We have more travelers in town visiting Springfield."

15 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Pritzker on vote-by-mail ruling, SNAP cuts, and man killed during ‘Operation Midway Blitz’

Man at a podium giving a formal speech with a state seal on the lectern and two men in suits behind him.

Pritzker claims President Trump wants to make it harder for people to vote, claims feds have not turned over bodycam video from fatal shooting.

15 hours ago in Business, Local

‘Small Business Skill Share’ next Tuesday

Small Business Development Center and Innovate Springfield

Story telling, customer service, and artificial intelligence will be among the areas discussed.

16 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National

Illinois asks for FEMA help after August storms

Storm damage can be seen throughout Lansing, Illinois, on Aug. 14, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)

Trump administration denied state’s last request for help after 2025 storms.

21 hours ago in Crime, Local

Crime of the Week: Help identify alleged wallet-snatcher

This person is suspected of stealing a wallet and putting it in a large purse.

Happened in late-August at Main Gate Bar and Grill.

Entertainment News

15 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

City: More hotel nights booked in Springfield in 2025, expected to be higher this year

"That means hotel stays are up about 12,000 room nights. We have more travelers in town visiting Springfield."

2 days ago in Entertainment

Bingo and Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it this year?

Tickle Me Elmo dolls, the game of chance Bingo and the humble playground slide are among the finalists to get into the National Toy Hall of Fame this year, a lineup that also includes cuddly Care Bears, the dice game Yahtzee, the ancient game Mahjong and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Karol G, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Drexler are the most nominated for the Latin Grammys

A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with singers Karol G, Rosalía, Jorge Drexler and hip hop duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Ed Sheeran’s tour in trouble after opening acts drop out in solidarity with rapper Macklemore

Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos Tuesday when four of his supporting acts abruptly quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments onstage.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

International Route 66 Mother Road Festival — Get the details here!

The biggest festival yet celebrating the 100th anniversary!

3 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘Widow’s Bay’ breaks Emmys record with 14 wins including best comedy series, ‘Pitt’ wins best drama

A "Widow's Bay" wave slammed into the Emmy Awards on Monday night as the Apple TV show set a single-season record for a comedy with 14 wins, including best comedy series and best actor for star Matthew Rhys, who personally took home three trophies.

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