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6 hours ago in IL State News, Local
Storm damage across Springfield and Central Illinois following storms Wednesday night
Storm damage, and heavy rain, reported throughout Central Illinois.
17 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local
Jacksonville chiropractor sentenced to a year in prison
Sean Rondeau had also committed fraud over a decade ago.
18 hours ago in Local
Boy suffered non-life-threatening injuries on a motorbike
A motorbike collided with a pickup truck near the intersection of North Daniel and East Carpenter.
20 hours ago in Agriculture, Education, Health & Wellness, Local
New study raises questions about health risks near industrial waste facilities
Madrigal said her interest in the topic stems from years of cancer research and a desire to better understand environmental factors that may contribute to health disparities.
21 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National
10K Illinois noncitizens to lose Medicaid coverage due to federal changes
State lawmakers pass bill that implements these new federal restrictions.
21 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National
‘Crock of s—’: Transcripts show grand jurors dismissed for disagreeing with government’s case against ‘Broadview Six’
Highly anticipated transcripts detail other alleged prosecutorial misconduct that led to case’s collapse.
Entertainment News
3 hours ago in Entertainment
‘Doctor Who’ future uncertain as BBC scraps Christmas special and showrunner exits
The galaxy-hopping hero of "Doctor Who" has survived many narrow escapes and reinventions over more than six decades. But is time finally up for the BBC science fiction series that has entertained generations of fans?
2 days ago in Entertainment
Rob Reiner’s son Nick seeks money from trust parents left him for his defense in their killings
Rob Reiner's son Nick Reiner is seeking unpaid money from a trust his parents established for him, saying he needs it to help in his defense against charges that he killed them.
2 days ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, Farm, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Sangamon County Fair returns Wednesday
Sangamon County Fair returns Wednesday with rides, livestock shows, and family entertainment.
2 days ago in Entertainment
With jumpsuits, wigs and dance moves, these young boys and teens keep Elvis’ legacy alive
Nearly 50 years after Elvis Presley 's death, a gaggle of exuberant young boys and teens shook up his hometown, intent on keeping the king's legacy alive for a new generation.
3 days ago in Entertainment
‘Scary Movie’ tops box office, slaying ‘Masters of the Universe’ and adding to low-budget streak
The summer box office is booming — but not because of the usual suspects. After three weeks of indie horror dominance at the box office, the slasher spoof "Scary Movie" topped ticket sales with $55 million over the weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, easily besting the far-from-mighty "Masters of the Universe."
3 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Tony winners thank voice teachers and babysitters as Broadway crowns ‘Schmigadoon!’
The most infectiously joyous of awards shows, the Tonys often feel like a summer camp reunion — make that a theater camp reunion — except with tuxedoes and gowns replacing the shorts and tees.
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2 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Knicks complete record rally from 29 points down and beat Spurs 107-106 for 3-1 NBA Finals lead
A record-breaking comeback, capped off by what could go down as a legendary play. The long road back to the top of the NBA is almost complete for the New York Knicks, and the step they took Wednesday night was unforgettable.
1 day ago in National, Trending
Inflation hits 3-year high, highlighting affordability challenge for Americans
Rising gas prices pushed inflation to its highest level in three years last month, a headache for the Federal Reserve and a potential political challenge for the Trump administration as midterm elections near.