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6 days ago in National

What’s next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?

Investigators are just beginning the lengthy process of determining why a business jet plummeted from the sky in Florida after encountering a thunderstorm and slammed into the ground with such force that it created a crater and shattered the plane.

6 days ago in National, Trending

Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate

Democrats are riding their sweep of Congress into a new era, eager to meet voter demands for change with plans to tackle high costs of living and confront President Donald Trump's final years in the White House.

7 days ago in National

A referendum on Trump, election monitors and a Democratic shift: What to watch on Election Day

President Donald Trump has repeatedly encouraged voters to pretend he's on the ballot this Election Day. He's not, of course. But there is reason to believe that Tuesday's midterms, above all, will be a referendum on his performance over the last two years.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Election Day arrives after a surge in early voting, with observers keeping close watch at the polls

The final day of voting in this year's midterm elections arrived Tuesday against a backdrop of uncertainty after a year in which President Donald Trump has tried to interfere in how states run their elections and sown doubts about the outcome should Republicans lose.

1 week ago in National

Jet crashes into a South Florida neighborhood, killing all 9 on board and leaving a fiery crater

A business jet crashed into a South Florida neighborhood and erupted into a ball of flames, killing all nine people on board and leaving a fiery crater. The cause was not immediately clear, but federal investigators are expected to provide an update Monday.

1 week ago in National

November highlights Native American cultures, from salmonberry picking to traditional tattoos

National Native American Heritage Month celebrates the diverse histories and cultures of hundreds of tribal communities across the U.S. in November.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.

3 weeks ago in National

Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their future

The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.

Sports

2 hours ago in Sports, Trending

PWHL expansion teams get names: Detroit Clutch, San Jose Sea Lions, Vegas Vanguards, Hamilton Havoc

The Professional Women's Hockey League's four new expansion teams finally have nicknames and logos to accompany them in preparing to make their on-ice debuts next month.

6 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

UIS Basketball season underway

Basketball season for The University of Illinois Springfield has started

19 hours ago in Sports

NASCAR’s 2026 season defined by two Kyles: Larson’s playoff surge and Busch’s shocking death

NASCAR's championship weekend started with another Kyle Busch remembrance and ended with another Kyle Larson celebration. The Cup Series drivers will be linked forever.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

In a wide-open NFL, trade deadline is an opportunity for a few teams to get a big boost

The NFL is wide open at the season's midpoint. The trade deadline will give teams an opportunity to separate themselves from the pack, especially in a season when several teams are in the mix for a Super Bowl run.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Williams connects with Loveland to set up Santos’ winning field goal as Bears edge Buccaneers 27-24

Chicago Bears place kicker Cairo Santos (8) celebrates with teammates after kicking a game-winning field goal against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/David Banks)

Santos delighted the crowd of 60,470 by drilling his second field goal of the night.

3 days ago in Business, IL State News, National, Sports

Small footwear company moves into spotlight with Bears QB Caleb Williams wearing its cleats

The cleats of Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams are seen during the second half an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

It was quite a moment for Baltimore-based Caddix, which has four employees and earned just under $2 million in revenue last year.

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

Collin Dixon’s 2 TD catches help Illinois become bowl eligible with 24-13 victory over Nebraska

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Collin Dixon caught two touchdown passes including a record-breaker and Illinois used a trick play to…

4 days ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

Pritzker: IL House has some catching up to do on sexual harassment policies

Also: IL lawmakers could consider Bears "stadium authority" bill in veto session.

Lifestyle

2 hours ago in Lifestyle

A language of belonging: Advice for learning the mother tongue of your ancestors

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Losing a tangible connection to your family's ancestral homeland can bring unexpected sorrow, whether through the death of an older relative, the sale of a property passed down for generations gets sold or the destruction a handful of surviving heirlooms.

4 days ago in Fall Guide, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Novembers with the most precipitation in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the Novembers with the most precipitation in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

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

Meet Perry — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Take "an affectionate sweetheart" home with you!

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Meet Coraline — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Coraline -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

Calm, easy going, and very pretty!

6 days ago in Lifestyle

5 unique Thanksgiving main dishes to make on the grill

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on unique Thanksgiving grilling recipes from Wildfire Outdoor Living, featuring dishes like Five-Spice Rotisserie Pork and Blackened Tri-Tip.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Shorter days and dark afternoons can trigger depression. Here’s how to fight back

As winter approaches and daylight hours grow shorter, people prone to seasonal depression can feel it in their bodies and brains.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

The daily habits that have the biggest impact on healthy aging

Fatty15 reports that healthy aging relies on consistent daily habits such as a nutritious diet, regular physical activity, sufficient sleep, stress management, and social connections.

Local News from Capitol City Now

6 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

UIS Basketball season underway

Basketball season for The University of Illinois Springfield has started

6 hours ago in IL State News, Local

Del Mar: ‘I’m not going anywhere’

Republican lt guv nominee says he and Baiey "did an amazing job," incredibly well," considering the lack of funding.

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

With new Democratic Congress incoming, Pritzker calls for federal AI regulations

Governor says new action should build on what states like Illinois have already done.

18 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National

Pritzker appeals FEMA’s decision to deny Illinois disaster aid

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, left, and Gov. JB Pritzker, center, listen to a speaker at a news conference in Chicago on Nov. 4, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)

Pritzker said Congress should ensure FEMA doesn't make decisions based on a state's political leanings.

18 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local, National

School closures are accelerating in US, but more financial pain lies ahead

Penny Nũnez-Brandão sits in class during her first day of school at Glen Cove Elementary on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, in Vallejo. (AP Photo/Juliana Yamada)

Studies from the University of Chicago show that academically, displaced students often suffer long-term drops in reading and math.

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

As Veterans Affairs expands automation, it commits more errors on veterans’ claims

FILE - A patient walks down a hallway at the Fayetteville Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Fayetteville, N.C., March 11, 2015. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)

The American Legion conducted reviews in 2025 at VA regional offices in Chicago, Puerto Rico and Louisville, Kentucky.

Entertainment News

19 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ is almost here. What to know about the characters, music and billions at stake

"Grand Theft Auto" has never been much for following the rules. Nearly three decades after a video game built around stealing cars, outrunning police and embracing criminal mayhem first arrived, the franchise has survived controversy, transformed open-world gaming and become one of the biggest sellers in entertainment.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending

Russell Brand is sentenced to 10 1/2 years in a British prison for rape and sexual assault

Russell Brand was sentenced Monday to 10 1/2 years in prison for raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others during a period when his comedy career built around boasts of erotic exploits was taking off.

1 day ago in Entertainment

‘Godzilla Minus Zero’ stomps to a record-setting $31.6 debut, clobbering ‘The Cat in the Hat’

"Godzilla Minus Zero" stomped into movie theaters with a chart-topping $31.6 million over the weekend, scoring a record debut for a foreign-language film at the North American box office.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Awkwafina digs into her culinary roots to try something a little crazy: Open a restaurant

Awkwafina was feeling under the weather recently and decided she was going to make soup. And that startled her because she hasn't always been the kind of person who made soup.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment

Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch

The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner. Are you ready? If not, no problema. Here's everything you need to know about watching the 2026 Latin Grammys, including how to stream the show and where you can see music's biggest stars walking the red carpet.

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