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9 minutes ago in Education, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Illinois’ community college will once again try to ‘Feed the Need’
It's time to feed the need.
33 minutes ago in Local
SMTD to buy property, build facility for additional bus stops
The need for more physical bus shelters is there, says Schoeffel.
58 minutes ago in IL State News, Local, National
Surgery confirms pope has lung cancer and he had the lower lobe of his right lung removed
The tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery.
3 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National
Pritzker joins Governors’ group seeking more say in regional power grid decisions
The new PJM Governors’ Collaborative will push for lower electricity costs and a more reliable grid, the governor’s office said.
3 hours ago in Education, Fall Guide, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
‘Abe’s Haunted Hollow’ coming to ALPLM
Free Halloween fun and frights on Oct. 24.
6 hours ago in History, IL State News, Local
Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Illinois laws lifting up Native Americans
Human remains protection, cultural graduation attire and Native American history curriculum.
Entertainment News
47 minutes ago in Entertainment, Trending
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis gets 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur
An aging ex-gang leader was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting of rap icon Tupac Shakur near the Las Vegas Strip.
48 minutes ago in Entertainment
Lena Dunham to bring back ‘Girls’ for a 5-episode run on HBO 10 years after its finale
"Girls," the show that was the voice of its generation — or at least a voice of a generation — is coming back. HBO announced Tuesday that creator and star Lena Dunham and nearly all of the core cast will return for a limited five-episode run a decade after its finale.
8 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
RJ Mitte, ‘Breaking Bad’ actor and disability rights champion, dies at 34
Actor and disability rights advocate RJ Mitte, who brought a lifetime of experience with cerebral palsy to fictional family struggles in an essential role on "Breaking Bad," died Monday at age 34, authorities and his representatives said.
8 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
Selma Blair accused of attacking 2 flight attendants and assaulting a police officer and nurse
Actor Selma Blair was arrested after she was accused of injuring two flight attendants on a trip from Los Angeles to New York. She was also accused of kicking a police officer taking her to the hospital and kicking a nurse once she got there.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
FBI issues actor Selma Blair a summons accusing her of assaults aboard a plane, AP source says
The FBI has issued Blair a summons accusing her of assaults that occurred aboard a plane, according to a federal law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity.
1 day ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Local
Stand-up comedy fundraiser this weekend helps support agency working with domestic violence victims
A stand-up comedy show will help the local domestic violence shelter and services they provide.
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Alex Goen Coming to Springfield, IL October 27th
Alex Goen hypnosis seminars are coming to Springfield, IL at the Hilton Garden Inn on Tuesday, October 27th. 5:30 Weight…
VOTE For DJ Blake As “Top Host” For Ryan Seacrest Contest!
Our very own DJ Blake has been selected to participate in an online contest called “Top Host.” You can help…
Pumpkins at the Carillon 2026
Carve For the Carillon– October 10th-11th 11am-4pm each day. We’re looking for volunteers to carve! We provide the pumpkins (pre…
Zoolie Ghoulie 2026
Experience safe trick-or-treating in a fun, festive atmosphere at Henson Robinson Zoo. Admission is just $5, and every ticket helps…
Fall Guide 2026
Welcome to your complete Guide to Fall in Springfield and surrounding areas! Think of this page as your hub for…
Donations Needed at Central Illinois Food Bank
Can you help? Central Illinois Food Bank on E. Cook Street is in need of, well, food. YOU can be…
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47 minutes ago in Entertainment, Trending
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis gets 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur
An aging ex-gang leader was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting of rap icon Tupac Shakur near the Las Vegas Strip.
51 minutes ago in Trending, World
Surgery confirms pope has lung cancer and he had the lower lobe of his right lung removed
Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said. The tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery.