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2 days ago in National

Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act

A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle by providing Republican officials in several states new grounds to redraw voting districts.

4 days ago in National

US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants

A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.

4 days ago in National

Hegseth will go before Congress for the first time since the Iran war started

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.

6 days ago in National

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting

The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.

6 days ago in National

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California

The California man arrested in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump.

6 days ago in National

Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes

A tornado-producing thunderstorm left at least two people dead in northern Texas and displaced at least 20 families, with many homes sustaining major damage, authorities said Sunday.

1 week ago in National

A violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives

Raeann Hunt scrambled to her cellar as a tornado bore down on her Oklahoma community. "It is headed right for us," she recalled thinking, as she peeked outside, unable to contain her curiosity.

1 week ago in National

US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid

A U.S. special forces soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market, federal officials announced Thursday.

Sports

18 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

See how much it costs to attend Chicago White Sox games

Official Major League Baseball with blue logo and red seams on a dark background.

Way compiled a look at the affordability of attending Chicago White Sox games.

2 days ago in Sports

Jaden McDaniels and the feisty Timberwolves oust the Nuggets and move on to meet the Spurs

The Minnesota Timberwolves had plenty of lulls during the regular season, seemingly coasting at times while struggling to recapture the form that fueled them to consecutive Western Conference finals appearances over the last two years.

2 days ago in Sports

Caitlin Clark scores 21 points, gives the Fever a brief scare in her 1st home game in 9 months

Caitlin Clark's first home game in more than nine months was supposed to be a celebration. Instead, she gave the Indiana Fever and fans a scare Thursday night.

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

Women’s Professional Baseball League announces inaugural season schedule at Robin Roberts Stadium

Pitcher Ayami Sato is part of the Women's Professional Baseball League.

Season begins August 1.

3 days ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

White Sox place Everson Pereira on IL and recall Jarred Kelenic from Triple-A

The 25-year-old Pereira left Tuesday night’s game against the Angels with right shoulder soreness after taking an awkward swing during an at-bat in the fourth inning when he struck out swinging.

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

Prediction markets say they’re different from sportsbooks. Gambling addicts say it’s all the same

Kalshi is a prediction market service.

Sportsbooks and prediction markets offer a lot of similar options. But the format is different.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Lindsey Vonn tells the AP she is not yet in position emotionally to decide if she will race again

Lindsey Vonn is still recovering physically and emotionally from her frightening crash at the Winter Olympics. For now, the tough decisions about the future can wait.

4 days ago in Sports

Broncos’ 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career

Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos. The Broncos announced Simmons' retirement on Wednesday and noted the news came exactly 10 years after the team selected the safety in the third round from Boston College in 2016.

Lifestyle

18 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

See how much it costs to attend Chicago White Sox games

Official Major League Baseball with blue logo and red seams on a dark background.

Way compiled a look at the affordability of attending Chicago White Sox games.

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

‘Rock for Mental Health’ concert this Sunday

Rock for Mental Health

Damm says music can be a powerful outlet for mental well-being.

2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

What’s happening with home prices in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data how home prices are changing in Springfield, IL.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Money Happens: What to do when becoming a homeowner feels out of reach

Anxiety about the possibility of never being able to own a house can make some people give up on organizing their finances altogether, says John Hankins, a certified financial therapist. If you hope to buy a house in the future but don't know where to start, here are some expert tips for you

3 days ago in Business, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Costs of long-term care and senior living in Illinois

Elderly woman with white hair and glasses reads a stack of papers at a wooden desk in a cozy living room.

A Place for Mom reports on the costs of senior living in Illinois for 2026

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

First Black priest in the United States to receive a shrine in Quincy

Springfield Diocese Bishop Thomas John Paprocki (left) speaks at a ceremony in Quincy honoring Fr. Augustine Tolton.

Father Tolton is the first publicly recognized Black priest in the United States.

4 days ago in Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

McDonald’s is the latest fast food chain to offer fancier drinks

McDonald's said visual appeal — think bright colors and foams — and drinks as a form of self-expression are increasingly important to customers.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby

Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.

Local News from Capitol City Now

18 hours ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

See how much it costs to attend Chicago White Sox games

Official Major League Baseball with blue logo and red seams on a dark background.

Way compiled a look at the affordability of attending Chicago White Sox games.

18 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

Feds accuse Texas man of having hundreds of pounds of meth in Illinios

William Mayes, Jr., 35, is charged by federal prosecutors with possession of meth with intent to distribute.

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

Illinois State Board of Education wants to revamp how it counts low-income students

Changes in federal eligibility rules for aid programs like SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, could create new budget pressures for Illinois school districts that serve large numbers of low-income students. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

Number of families receiving federal benefits such as Medicaid and SNAP is declining.

19 hours ago in History, Local

Springfield unions mark May Day with community event

Park scene of volunteers distributing free food from tables under a pavilion; signs say 'Free Food' and 'Food Not Bombs'.

Labor and community groups marked May Day at Duncan Park in Springfield.

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

‘Rock for Mental Health’ concert this Sunday

Rock for Mental Health

Damm says music can be a powerful outlet for mental well-being.

2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

What’s happening with home prices in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?

Redfin Real Estate compiled data how home prices are changing in Springfield, IL.

Entertainment News

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here’s who’s nominated and how to watch

It's time to cowboy up, y'all. The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are right around the corner, and they look different this time around.

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

‘Rock for Mental Health’ concert this Sunday

Rock for Mental Health

Damm says music can be a powerful outlet for mental well-being.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs

Britney Spears was charged in California on Thursday with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, authorities said. The 44-year-old pop star was charged with a single misdemeanor count of driving under the combined influence of alcohol and at least one drug, the Ventura County District Attorney's Office said.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Foo Fighters bring their stadium show to a modest NYC venue. Inside the exclusive, surprise concert

Foo Fighters announced two surprise shows Wednesday: one at Irving Plaza on Thursday and another at the Starland Ballroom on Saturday in New Jersey. Tickets were priced at $30, limited to two per purchaser and available only on a first-come, first-served basis at 10 a.m. Thursday at each venue.

2 days ago in Entertainment

‘Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul and ex-partner ordered to stay 100 feet apart

Taylor Frankie Paul, a reality TV star from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," and the father of her 2-year-old son were ordered Thursday to stay 100 feet (30 meters) away from each other for the next three years as a Utah court commissioner continues to assess custody plans for the child.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Milly Alcock’s ‘punk rock’ Supergirl takes flight as DC bets big on the Woman of Tomorrow

Not too long after James Gunn and Peter Safran stepped up to lead DC Studios into the future, they were riffing about Supergirl. The Tom King comic series, "Supergirl: World of Tomorrow" was one of the ideas they were especially excited about, and Gunn had a very specific image in his head.

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