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19 hours ago in National

And they’re off: Fastest Boston Marathon field ever has wind at its back as it starts the race

The fastest field in Boston Marathon history left Hopkinton on Monday morning for the 130th edition of the world's oldest and most prestigious annual marathon, riding cool weather and a tailwind on its 26.2-mile (42.1945-kilometer) journey to Copley Square.

5 days ago in National, Trending

Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.

5 days ago in National, Trending

Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case

Tiger Woods ' attorney intends to fight an attempt by prosecutors to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence.

1 week ago in National

Swalwell exits California governor’s race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation's most populous state.

2 weeks ago in National

Soaring gas prices leads to biggest monthly inflation spike in four years in March

The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, creating major challenges for the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve and heightening the political challenges of rising costs for the White House.

2 weeks ago in National

Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in Georgia

Republican Clay Fuller on Tuesday won Marjorie Taylor Greene's former U.S. House seat in Georgia, turning back a Democratic challenge with the help of President Donald Trump's endorsement despite uneasiness over the war in Iran.

2 weeks ago in National

Rex Heuermann to plead guilty in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending long search for a serial killer

A Long Island architect accused in a string of long-unsolved slayings known as the Gilgo Beach killings is expected to plead guilty on Wednesday, closing a case that bedeviled investigators, agonized victims' relatives and tantalized a true-crime obsessed public for years.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to it to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip and soak in its neon lights, kitschy motels and attractions, and culinary offerings.

Sports

12 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats

John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.

19 hours ago in Sports

Pistons open playoffs with a flop as East’s top seed, losing to 8th-seeded Magic

The Detroit Pistons opened the NBA playoffs with a flop. Detroit went into the postseason as the top-seeded team in the Eastern Conference, openly talking about exceeding modest expectations and winning the franchise's fourth championship.

20 hours ago in Sports

Wembanyama revels in safety of Hall of Famers, fans in playoff debut as Spurs top Blazers

It has proven almost as difficult to rattle Victor Wembanyama as it is to get a shot off against San Antonio's 7-foot-4 star. Still, if there was ever a time to experience some nerves it was Sunday.

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

Fred Richard wins 2nd straight all-around crown, Stanford wins 11th NCAA gymnastics championship

Men's gymnastics

Competition was held at the University of Illinois.

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

Bears have plenty of options in NFL draft in trying to improve team

The Bears could use some more help protecting Caleb Williams and taking down the other team's quarterback.

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

Connor Bedard’s next contract is a top priority for the Blackhawks in an important offseason

Connor Bedard poster on the side of a building.

“We'll get that done, and we'll get to work soon on that," Davidson said.

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

Cubs expect Cade Horton to miss up to 16 months after elbow surgery and place Daniel Palencia on IL

Chicag Cubs' Cade Horton pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians in Cleveland, Friday, April 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

The 24-year-old Horton underwent an ulnar collateral ligament revision on Thursday, his second reconstructive surgery on the elbow.

5 days ago in Sports

Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham are eligible for NBA awards after successful appeals of 65-game rule

The Los Angeles Lakers ' Luka Dončić and Detroit Pistons ' Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum, the league and the National Basketball Players Association said Thursday.

Lifestyle

11 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

IDNR to roll out new reservation/permit system May 1st

The current system will be offline April 27-30 but reservations will transfer to the new interface.

20 hours ago in Lifestyle

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Inky — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Inky -- Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Are you looking for a "house panther"?

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week

Meet Baron — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

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

The shelters are full! Adopt or foster a pet like Baron today!

3 days ago in Business, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local

New Long John Silver’s now open on Dirksen

Long John Silver's storefront with a tall yellow inflatable fish outside and a 'Now Open' marquee in front.

The new location is just down the street from its old location.

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

Meet Buddy — APL Pet of the Week

Buddy -- Animal Protective League Pet of the Week

Big heart, bigger energy!

4 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

School cell phone ban, human composting bills among hundreds advancing in Springfield

Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights speaks on the House floor April 17. Canty is the sponsor on a contentious human composting bill. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)

House approves new privacy rules for abortion care.

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

House approves Pritzker initiative to regulate social media algorithms

Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, takes a picture of the vote board in the Illinois House after the passage of a bill in May 2023. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

Plan seeks to make children’s social media feeds less addictive.

Local News from Capitol City Now

11 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

IDNR to roll out new reservation/permit system May 1st

The current system will be offline April 27-30 but reservations will transfer to the new interface.

15 hours ago in Local

Get your books ready, its National Library Week!

Lincoln Library - Springfield's Public Library

Lana Shovlin of The Lincoln Library comes onto the WTAX Morning News Watch to discuss the importance and events of National Library Week.

15 hours ago in Local

6 rodent races, 1 championship

Brown mouse peeks out from a cardboard tunnel in a bed of wood shavings.

Kayla Miller and Erica Romines representing the community childcare connection program discuss the upcoming RatTucky Derby.

16 hours ago in Business, History, IL State News, Local

Bid for Black history trail

Slide titled 'Ambidexter Heritage' showing three photos of historic buildings with a purple border.

"History across the Tracks" would be another local tourist attraction.

17 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local

New chief at IL Chamber of Commerce

Man in a dark suit and purple striped tie speaks at a lectern with a microphone.

Jimmy Clayton comes from Illinois Realtors.

17 hours ago in IL State News, Local

Madigan author plans a second book

Ex-Tribune newsman Ray Long is Illinoisan of the Year.

Entertainment News

13 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found dismembered in his car

Singer D4vd has been charged with murder in the death of a 14-year-old girl who was last known to be alive nearly a year ago and whose dismembered and decomposed body was found in September in his apparently abandoned Tesla, prosecutors said Monday.

20 hours ago in Entertainment

‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ is no match for ‘Super Mario’ or ‘Hail Mary’ at the box office

"The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" and "Project Hail Mary" dominated the North American box office again this weekend, leaving "Lee Cronin's The Mummy" in third place for its debut.

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Amy Winehouse’s father loses legal bid for funds friends made selling singer’s memorabilia

A London judge ruled Monday against the father of Amy Winehouse who sued his daughter's friends for profiting off the late singer's memorabilia.

4 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

School cell phone ban, human composting bills among hundreds advancing in Springfield

Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights speaks on the House floor April 17. Canty is the sponsor on a contentious human composting bill. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)

House approves new privacy rules for abortion care.

4 days ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music, National

Before Beatlemania, George Harrison visited his sister in Illinois. The house is now for sale

113 McCann St. in Benton, IL -- the home George Harrison's sister once lived in.

Activists, including Harrison’s sister, Louise Harrison Caldwell, who had moved away in the late 1960s, stepped in to save it.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Anitta, like you’ve never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, ‘SNL’ and God

By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The lights are low in Studio 8H. All eyes —…

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12 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats

John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.

13 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found dismembered in his car

Singer D4vd has been charged with murder in the death of a 14-year-old girl who was last known to be alive nearly a year ago and whose dismembered and decomposed body was found in September in his apparently abandoned Tesla, prosecutors said Monday.