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A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week

Whenever historian Geoffrey Ward visits the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum to do research, he finds himself caught up in the spirit of FDR himself, the sense of landed contentment and cheerful disarray that helped define his public image.

20 hours ago in National, Trending

Rain along the Gulf Coast could become the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season

A cluster of storms along the Gulf Coast could become the first named tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the National Hurricane Center said.

20 hours ago in National

Blanche set for July confirmation hearings for attorney general as Republicans weigh support

The Senate Judiciary Committee has scheduled confirmation hearings for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in mid-July, even as some Republicans remain undecided about whether to support him for the post.

20 hours ago in National

McDonald’s is serving fried apple pie again for America’s 250th birthday

McDonald's is frying up some apple pies to honor America's 250th birthday. The company said Tuesday it's bringing back fried apple pies for the first time in more than three decades. They'll be available at most U.S. restaurants for a limited time starting June 23.

1 day ago in National

Struggling Pizza Hut restaurant chain will be sold for $2.7 billion

The struggling Pizza Hut restaurant chain will be sold for $2.7 billion by parent company Yum Brands. Yum Brands said in February that it was considering selling Pizza Hut and the chain looked to close 250 U.S. restaurants.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Trump celebrates 80th birthday with an Iran deal and UFC cage fights at the White House

President Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday on Sunday by hailing an initial agreement to end the war in Iran and staging a once unfathomable cage-fighting show on the White House's storied South Lawn.

6 days ago in National

Man pleads guilty to killing a top Minnesota Democrat and her husband while posing as an officer

A Minnesota man who pounded on Democratic lawmakers' doors in the middle of the night while posing as a police officer, killing the state House speaker and her husband and wounding a state senator and his wife, pleaded guilty to murder Thursday so that federal prosecutors would not seek the death penalty.

6 days ago in National

Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved ‘issues’

The opening of a Canadian-U.S. bridge across the Detroit River that President Donald Trump previously threatened to block was delayed on Thursday due to unresolved issues.

Sports

3 hours ago in Sports

Tale of the ticker tape: The quirky history behind the Knicks’ first NYC parade

New York Knicks fans have waited forever for this. Thursday's ticker-tape parade for the new NBA champions will be a first. When the team won the title before, in 1970 and '73, they weren't honored with New York's signature procession.

3 hours ago in Sports

Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever

As reigning champions Argentina returned to the World Cup stage Tuesday, there was no drive too long and no ticket too pricey for its most fervent fans.

5 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

New entertainment facility set to open in Springfield in July

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Legends Entertainment sign with large white letters and a curved yellow 'ENTERTAINMENT' banner beneath it against a blue sky.

Legends Entertainment is located south of Scheels Sports Park and the two hotels. Marriott said families can check into their hotel, park their car there and simply walk to the new dome or Legends Entertainment. 

20 hours ago in Sports, Trending

France striker Kylian Mbappé scores his 13th World Cup goal, breaking a tie with Pelé

Kylian Mbappé scored his 13th World Cup goal on Tuesday, one more than Pelé, to move the France forward into a tie for the fourth most in tournament history.

23 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong becomes 1st MLB player to hit for cycle this season

Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong hits a single to complete the cycle during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Chicago, Monday, June 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

“My excitement was a little short-lived,” Cubs manager Craig Counsell quipped after his team scored two runs in the bottom of the ninth for a 5-4 win.

23 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Former NHL player Kyle Calder dies at 47 after an illness

FILE - Los Angeles Kings left winger Kyle Calder warms up before facing the Colorado Avalanche in the first period of an NHL hockey game in Denver, Jan. 21, 2009. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Calder played 608 regular-season and playoff games as a winger in the league from 1999-2009. The Manville, Alberta, native spent a majority of that time with Chicago.

23 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Chicago Bulls hire former NBA center Tiago Splitter as coach

FILE - Portland Trail Blazers interim head coach Tiago Splitter listens during introductions before an NBA basketball game against the Brooklyn Nets, March 23, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)

Splitter is replacing Billy Donovan, who resigned after six seasons.

1 day ago in Sports

Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong becomes 1st MLB player to hit for cycle this season

Pete Crow-Armstrong put his name in the Chicago Cubs' record book next to Hall of Fame slugger Hack Wilson — and then nearly ruined the celebration at Wrigley Field.

Lifestyle

44 minutes ago in Education, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week

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The President's reading room at the Chicago Public Library at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

"It feels like you're stepping back into his world," Ward said of the grounds in Hyde Park, New York, that once were home to the Roosevelt family.

5 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

New entertainment facility set to open in Springfield in July

Updated
Legends Entertainment sign with large white letters and a curved yellow 'ENTERTAINMENT' banner beneath it against a blue sky.

Legends Entertainment is located south of Scheels Sports Park and the two hotels. Marriott said families can check into their hotel, park their car there and simply walk to the new dome or Legends Entertainment. 

20 hours ago in Lifestyle

Why eat junk on a camping trip? Tips and recipes for nutritious food on the trail

Few things feel better than a long hike in the woods, exhausting yourself as you soak in the fresh air and tranquility. Then, back to camp, where you chip away at those health benefits with packaged hot dogs slapped into a white-bread bun with a slice of plasticky processed cheese food.

19 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Are you and your pets prepared for the severe weather?

A pug "packing" for a trip.

More severe weather is possible Wednesday.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music

It’s time to get ‘All Shook Up’

"All Shook Up" at "The Muni."

It's time to get "All Shook Up" Out at The Muni this weekend! Stars of the show, Actor Madi Sweeney and Dancer Bri'ara McKinney stopped by the WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming performance!

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

The world wants more high-protein products, but there’s not enough whey to go around

Athletes and older adults have long used smoothies and shakes blended with whey protein concentrate – a powdered byproduct of cheese-making – to build or maintain muscle. More recently, food companies have sprinkled it into everything from breakfast cereals, Pop-Tarts and potato chips to bagels, tortillas and Starbucks drinks to meet growing consumer demand.

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

APL buildings ‘totaled,’ says head, but all pets are safe

The Animal Protective League was all but completely destroyed after Wednesday night's severe weather.

APL will likely rebuild, but now can you help in the meantime?

6 days ago in Lifestyle

The skills people still perform better than AI, according to workplace experts

Many workers fear machines will supplant them as adoption of artificial intelligence accelerates. But what if people have qualities both unmistakably human and essential to career success that AI could not easily replace them?

Local News from Capitol City Now

29 minutes ago in History, IL State News, Local, National

Federal government seeks to halt the first U.S. reparations program for Black people

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WASHINGTON, DC - OCT. 16, 2021: White House in bg, activists rally to demand Pres. Biden sign an executive order to study reparations, and establish a commission for descendants of American slavery.

“Evanston has set a new precedent. It has shown that racial reparations are possible,” Simmons said.

44 minutes ago in Education, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week

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The President's reading room at the Chicago Public Library at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

"It feels like you're stepping back into his world," Ward said of the grounds in Hyde Park, New York, that once were home to the Roosevelt family.

54 minutes ago in Business, IL State News, Local

Logan County Board weighs future of Hut 8 moratorium

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The Logan County Zoning Board met May 13, 2026.

The recent announced closure of the Logan County Correctional Facility has left questions about how the county will replace lost jobs and one of its biggest revenue streams.

4 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local

Eagle Rock faces community questions over proposed Christian County data center

Residents fill Taylorville High School for a meeting on a proposed data center.

For some residents, the data center would be too close to where they live.

5 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

New entertainment facility set to open in Springfield in July

Updated
Legends Entertainment sign with large white letters and a curved yellow 'ENTERTAINMENT' banner beneath it against a blue sky.

Legends Entertainment is located south of Scheels Sports Park and the two hotels. Marriott said families can check into their hotel, park their car there and simply walk to the new dome or Legends Entertainment. 

5 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, History, Local

Circus Days in Petersburg this Friday and Saturday

Poster for Circus Days in Petersburg, Illinois featuring three colorful striped tents and a sunburst background behind the bold red word 'CIRCUS' and 'DAYS' text.

Did you know Petersburg has a history connected to the circus?

Entertainment News

5 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

New entertainment facility set to open in Springfield in July

Updated
Legends Entertainment sign with large white letters and a curved yellow 'ENTERTAINMENT' banner beneath it against a blue sky.

Legends Entertainment is located south of Scheels Sports Park and the two hotels. Marriott said families can check into their hotel, park their car there and simply walk to the new dome or Legends Entertainment. 

5 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, History, Local

Circus Days in Petersburg this Friday and Saturday

Poster for Circus Days in Petersburg, Illinois featuring three colorful striped tents and a sunburst background behind the bold red word 'CIRCUS' and 'DAYS' text.

Did you know Petersburg has a history connected to the circus?

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Jelly Roll files for divorce after 10-year marriage, citing irreconcilable differences

Country music star Jelly Roll has filed for divorce from his wife of 10 years, according to court filings. The complaint filed in Franklin, Tennessee, by the "Hard Fought Hallelujah" singer lists the reason for divorce as irreconcilable differences.

20 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Tom Holland appears to confirm he and Zendaya are married

Tom Holland has apparently confirmed that he and his longtime love Zendaya have already tied the knot. The actor may have ended months of speculation triggered by Zendaya's stylist Law Roach's claim in March that the couple had already held a wedding.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Luke’s ‘Empire’ light saber, ‘Wizard of Oz’ witch hat and Lebowski rugs going up for auction

A light saber with Luke Skywalker's severed hand from "The Empire Strikes Back" that is expected to sell for seven figures headlines an upcoming auction of valuables from movies, music and other corners of pop culture.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Christopher Jackson to reprise his Tony-nominated role as George Washington in ‘Hamilton’

Christopher Jackson, one of the original cast members of the megahit Broadway musical "Hamilton," is coming back to reprise his George Washington.

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