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Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions

Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.

3 days ago in National

Denver airport security missed trespasser who was killed by plane on runway

Workers at Denver airport initially missed a security breach by man who scaled an 8-foot perimeter fence and crossed a runway where he was hit and killed in a fiery collision by a plane with 231 people on board, authorities said Tuesday.

3 days ago in National

US consumer prices jump as Iran war sends energy prices rapidly higher

The Labor Department's consumer price index rose 3.8% from April 2025, according to data released Tuesday. On a month-to-month basis, April prices rose 0.6% from March as gasoline prices rose 5.4% during the month; the month-over-month gain was down from 0.9% increase from February to March.

3 days ago in National

Hegseth is facing a new round of questioning from Congress on the Iran war and more

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers in Congress on Tuesday about the Trump administration's end game for the Iran war, the conflict's costs and its impact on diminishing weapons stockpiles.

1 week ago in National

US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns

The U.S. State Department will begin revoking the U.S. passports of thousands of parents who owe a significant amount of unpaid child support. The department told The Associated Press on Thursday that the revocations would begin Friday and be focused on those who owe $100,000 or more.

1 week ago in National

A note a former cellmate says he found after Epstein’s suspected suicide attempt is released

A note Jeffrey Epstein's former cellmate claimed he found after the millionaire sex offender's first suspected jail suicide attempt was made public Wednesday, years after being sealed and locked in a courthouse vault as part of an unrelated legal dispute.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history

The first baby boomer on the Supreme Court hit a milestone on Thursday, becoming the second-longest serving justice in history at a time when his influence has never seemed greater.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Some iPhone owners could get up to $95 payment after Apple agrees to settle case for $250 million

Owners of some iPhones are in line to get cash payments of up to $95 from Apple after the company on Tuesday reached a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit for false advertising of its artificial intelligence capabilities.

Sports

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UIS Hosts Regional Baseball Tournament

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The University of Illinois Springfield Prairie Stars are hosting NCAA regional baseball games this weekend following a strong spring sports season.

1 hour ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Blackhawks agree to 3-year contract with forward prospect Roman Kantserov

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Chicago Blackhawks

The Blackhawks went 29-39-14 this year, an 11-point improvement on the previous season and still nowhere near playoff contention.

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

Brad Underwood agrees to new contract terms following Illinois’ Final Four run

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FILE - Illinois head coach Brad Underwood watches froom the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game against UConn at the Final Four, April 4, 2026, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

The agreement requires approval of university trustees.

4 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

White Sox say fan who fell into the bullpen seems to be doing well

Rate Field in Chicago, home of the Chicago White Sox.

The video shows the fan rising to his feet as Chicago second baseman Chase Meidroth hits a run-scoring sacrifice fly to Royals center fielder Lane Thomas for the first out in the bottom of the third inning.

6 hours ago in Sports

Deep, star-studded Avalanche reach the conference finals for 8th time since arriving in Denver

The Avalanche advanced to the Western Conference final for the eighth time since relocating to Denver courtesy of a Brett Kulak goal in a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Wild in Game 5. It's just the second time in the last nine playoff appearances the Avalanche have made it past the second round.

6 hours ago in Sports

Marner, Dorofeyev propel Golden Knights past Ducks 5-1 in Game 6 clincher, into conference finals

Mitch Marner scored a tremendous goal 62 seconds after the opening faceoff, Pavel Dorofeyev scored twice in the third period and the Vegas Golden Knights cruised into the Western Conference finals with a 5-1 victory over Anaheim Ducks in Game 6 of the second round Thursday night.

1 day ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports

WWE pins BOS Center

Cardiff, Wales - September 3rd 2022: WWE Champion Roman Reigns holding up the championship belt in the ring at WWE Clash at the Castle

Ticket sales start May 20.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey has surgery on his right ankle, expected to be ready for camp

FILE - Chicago Bulls' Josh Giddey plays during the second half of an NBA basketball game March 25, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

The Bulls said he will be sidelined from basketball activities for three months.

Lifestyle

1 day ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Central Illinois shoppers feeling the pinch of rising costs

"There's no way around it, and it just seems like it's just going up and up and up," Garecht said.

1 day ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports

WWE pins BOS Center

Cardiff, Wales - September 3rd 2022: WWE Champion Roman Reigns holding up the championship belt in the ring at WWE Clash at the Castle

Ticket sales start May 20.

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

Meet Storm — APL Cat of the Week

Gray tabby cat lying on an orange towel next to a white ceramic bowl, gazing at the camera with green eyes.

Storm is full of meaningful affection for the right people.

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

Meet Birdie — APL Dog of the Week

Black dog wearing a pink bandana with colorful patterns standing near a chain-link fence in a yard.

Full of energy and ready to come home to you!

2 days ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Food Scene, History, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

STARSHIP to perform at Springfield Route 66 event

STARSHIP will perform Nov. 11 in Springfield as part of the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway Statewide Conference and Centennial Celebration at Route 66 Motorheads.

"We Built This City" for a Route 66 celebration.

2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Hottest Mays in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Mays in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

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

‘One of America’s most beloved legacy brands’ is looking at locating in Springfield

HoneyBaked Ham says it wants to locate in Springfield.

HoneyBaked Ham is looking at opening more locations in a number of states, including Illinois.

3 days ago in Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, Sports

Big House Ballgame at Old Joliet Prison kicks off Route 66 festivities

A player from the Joliet Slammers gives away a foul ball to spectators at the kickoff baseball game on April 30 at the Old Joliet Prison. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Julia Levy)

The Joliet Slammers played the Gateway Grizzlies before fans celebrating Illinois and Hollywood history.

Local News from Capitol City Now

3 minutes ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local, National

School choice option at standstill as legislators weigh benefits, political fallout

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Gov. JB Pritzker and Illinois Superintendent of Education Dr. Tony Sanders speak at an event at the Governor’s Mansion in March 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)

Illinois takes cautious approach on whether to opt into federal tax credit program.

50 minutes ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

UIS Hosts Regional Baseball Tournament

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The University of Illinois Springfield Prairie Stars are hosting NCAA regional baseball games this weekend following a strong spring sports season.

54 minutes ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Ex-residents of apartment building targeted in massive immigration raid seek millions in damages

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Brick apartment building angled under bright sun with lens flare; a person with a colorful headwrap stands on the sidewalk to the right.

Feds claimed Venezuelan gang had ‘taken over’ Chicago complex.

1 hour ago in Business, IL State News, Local

IDOT targets young engineering talent with student loan assistance

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A truck drives on Illinois roads. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Jacques Abou-Rizk)

The initiative aims to make IDOT more competitive for employment and tame a national engineer shortage.

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

Brad Underwood agrees to new contract terms following Illinois’ Final Four run

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FILE - Illinois head coach Brad Underwood watches froom the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game against UConn at the Final Four, April 4, 2026, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

The agreement requires approval of university trustees.

5 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National

Starbucks to lay off 300 US corporate workers and close regional offices

The Starbucks global corporate headquarters building is seen Monday, May 11, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Starbucks said it’s also closing underused offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago and other cities.

Entertainment News

6 hours ago in Entertainment

Grammy-nominated Jordin Sparks selected to sing the national anthem at the Indianapolis 500

Grammy-nominated Jordin Sparks will sing the national anthem at next week's Indianapolis 500, race organizers announced Thursday. The singer, songwriter and actress also performed the anthem before the 2015 and 2024 races.

6 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Shakira and Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup Anthem, ‘Dai Dai’

As the song demands: "Let's go!" The Colombian superstar Shakira and Afrobeats icon Burna Boy have teamed up for "Dai Dai," the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

23 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS. FIFA has announced that, for the first time, the final at the Metlife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will include a Super Bowl-style concert.

23 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

After the Kendrick Lamar beef, can Drake come back with ‘Iceman’?

Drake has returned as the "Iceman." And the stakes couldn't be higher. His ninth studio album — and his first since his extravagant loss in a very public feud with Kendrick Lamar — arrives Friday.

1 day ago in Agriculture, Business, Entertainment, Farm, Food Scene, Local

Old Capitol Farmers Market marks 27th season with Saturday opening

A demonstration at one of the Old Capitol Farmers Markets in 2025.

The Old Capitol Farmers Market returns for its 27th season Saturday in downtown Springfield, featuring about 80 vendors, live music and family activities from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Fourth and Adams streets.

1 day ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports

WWE pins BOS Center

Cardiff, Wales - September 3rd 2022: WWE Champion Roman Reigns holding up the championship belt in the ring at WWE Clash at the Castle

Ticket sales start May 20.

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FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

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Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions

Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.