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National News

2 days ago in National

Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions

A Senate committee on Thursday voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department for potential prosecution over his refusal to answer questions at a hearing last week focused on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2 days ago in National

Takeaways from Tuesday’s elections: El-Sayed pulls off narrow victory over Democratic establishment

Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.

3 days ago in National

North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee recommends his censure

Embattled North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign on Wednesday, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.

3 days ago in National

Stevens and El-Sayed are in a close race for Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination

Moderate candidate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed were in a tight race for Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in the early morning hours of Wednesday.

3 days ago in National

Utility’s idle transmission tower caused 2025 Eaton fire that killed 19, Los Angeles officials say

Sparks from an idle transmission tower owned by Southern California Edison caused the 2025 Eaton fire in the Los Angeles area that killed 19 people and destroyed more than 9,400 homes and businesses, Los Angeles County fire officials said in a report released Tuesday.

4 days ago in National

Musk likely to face tough questions during SpaceX’s first earnings call as a public company

Investors in Elon Musk's space company get a chance to question him Tuesday after SpaceX issues its first quarterly earnings since going public.

4 days ago in National

25 states sue over Trump’s new tariffs, calling them ‘pretext’ to replace his old ones

Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration Monday over its latest tariffs, calling them a pretext for replacing import taxes the Supreme Court struck down in February.

1 week ago in National

New York sues prediction market platform Kalshi alleging ‘illegal gambling operation’

New York officials sued prediction market platform Kalshi on Friday, calling it an "illegal, unlicensed gambling operation" as the state seeks to halt its operations and force the company to forfeit its profits.

Sports

14 hours ago in Sports

Detroit makes Jahmyr Gibbs NFL’s newest highest-paid running back with 3-year deal

The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract extension with Jahmyr Gibbs, a three-year deal worth up to $75.7 million that his agents say makes him the NFL's newest highest-paid running back.

14 hours ago in Sports

Undrafted rookie quarterback Haynes King leads Panthers to 33-30 comeback win over Cardinals

Maybe a team should've drafted Haynes King. The rookie quarterback ran in from the 5 on the final play to give the Carolina Panthers a 33-30 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame game that kicked off the NFL preseason on Thursday night.

17 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Beloved longtime Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow to retire at the end of the season

FILE - Broadcaster Mike Krukow speaks during a remembrance ceremony for former San Francisco Giants player Orlando Cepeda before a baseball game between the Giants and the San Diego Padres in San Francisco, Sept. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)

A 6-foot-5 right-hander selected by the Cubs in the eighth round of the 1973 draft out of Cal Poly, Krukow posted a 124-117 career record with a 3.90 ERA over 14 seasons from 1976-1989 with Chicago, Philadelphia and the final seven for the Giants.

17 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Cam Lewis seeing more reps at Bears safety after Coby Bryant injury

FILE - Buffalo Bills cornerback Cam Lewis (39) leaves the field after defeating the Jacksonville Jaguars in an NFL wild card playoff football game, Jan. 11, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)

Lewis has been filling in for Coby Bryant since he left practice Monday with an apparent left leg injury.

2 days ago in Sports

New era for USA Basketball with Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers set for World Cup debuts

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers will make their World Cup debuts as members of the U.S. women's national team next month. The trio will try to help the U.S. win its fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup title.

2 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Chicago Bears right tackle Darnell Wright lands 4-year, $116 million contract, AP source says

Chicago Bears offensive line Darnell Wright warms up during practice at the team's NFL football training camp, Friday, July 31, 2026, in Lake Forest, Ill. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

The contract is the biggest ever for a right tackle and includes the most guaranteed money for an offensive lineman in NFL history, according to ESPN.

2 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Clay Holmes says he is looking forward to pitching in front of the Cubs’ stellar defense

FILE - New York Mets pitcher Clay Holmes throws to a Los Angeles Angels batter during the first inning of a baseball game, May 3, 2026, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jessie Alcheh, File)

Holmes is joining a new-look staff in Chicago after the Cubs bolstered their rotation and bullpen ahead of Monday's trade deadline.

2 days ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Mets to pay $8.1M to Pirates as part of Weaver trade, Cubs to send Toronto nearly $5M with Taillon

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon throws against the Detroit Tigers during the first inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Monday, July 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Chicago agreed to pay $4,956,791 to Toronto as part of Sunday's trade that sent the right-hander to the Blue Jays for a player to be named.

Lifestyle

7 hours ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, Farm, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local

Physical and security improvements at the Illinois State Fair

Building improvements, demolitions, and security have been among the upgrades.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music

Pray for Hayes live in Chatham this weekend

Hayes Johnson sits on his mother's lap in this photo.

Pray for Hayes is a big music festival taking place in Chatham this weekend

2 days ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

Springfield, Illinois mid-year housing market review

Redfin Real Estate compiled data on the housing marking in 2026 in Springfield, IL.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music

Know before you go to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand

2024 Illinois State Fair Grandstand Avenue

The following measures have been put in place to protect all fairgoers.

2 days ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Dana-Thomas House has volunteer opportunities

An open house is Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies

Matt Walker couldn't pet a dog without sneezing — until he and other scientists used a gene editing technique to produce a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West

Trout need cool water to survive, but record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to lethal levels for fish. Wildlife officials are banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West, following an exceptionally dry winter and amid widespread drought.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodies

Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed down by digital devices, musical instruments, sports equipment and more. Some kids carry home a laptop or tablet and textbooks, too.

Local News from Capitol City Now

2 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Springfield Police officer arrested for DUI in Chatham stripped of rank, suspended

Updated

Police also launch new portion of transparency portal.

7 hours ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, Farm, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local

Physical and security improvements at the Illinois State Fair

Building improvements, demolitions, and security have been among the upgrades.

10 hours ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local

City Council approves Turner appointment to Mid-Illinois Medical District Commission

Turner is a former employee of the Illinois Department of Public Health.

11 hours ago in Business, Food Scene, Local

Wyndham up for sale

Also: Aunt Lou's Soul Food moves west.

11 hours ago in IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Local, National

Sen. Elizabeth Warren to keynote Governor’s Day brunch

WASHINGTON - January 14 2025: Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) speaks during Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee

IL Democratic County Charis' Association attracts yet another big-name speaker.

12 hours ago in Crime, Local

UPDATE: Man denied pre-trial release in case of infant death in Christian County

The judge said Williamson is a "clear and present danger," according to court records.

Entertainment News

7 hours ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, Farm, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local

Physical and security improvements at the Illinois State Fair

Building improvements, demolitions, and security have been among the upgrades.

17 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, National

Horace Mann: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Horace Mann sign at Springfield, IL headquarters

The provider of auto and homeowners' insurance for teachers and other educators posted revenue of $443.5 million in the period.

1 day ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, Farm, History, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

The Mother Road at this year’s Illinois State Fair

Jerry Costello, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture, speaks Thursday, August 6, at the Illinois State Fair Press Preview Day.

The Illinois State Fair is August 13 through August 23.

1 day ago in Business, Education, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, Music, National

Saga Communications, University of Florida, announce ‘landmark’ partnership

Partnership expands commercial sales, strengthens student opportunities, and advances the future of local broadcasting

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Q&A: Ms. Lauryn Hill on the Diaspora Calling! festival in the UK, the Fugees’ legacy and D’Angelo

On Friday, Hill will bring her Diaspora Calling! festival to the U.K. for the first time, marking 10 years since its inaugural edition in Brooklyn. The event, hosted by Dave Chappelle and featuring performances by Erykah Badu, YG Marley, Zion Marley, Giggs, Fireboy DML and other artists, will be held at The National Bowl in nearby Milton Keynes.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music