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An experimental Alzheimer’s drug shows some promise as researchers hunt new approaches

An experimental drug might help slow early Alzheimer's disease in a markedly different way than today's treatments — by lowering levels of a brain protein called tau, researchers reported Tuesday.

1 day ago in National

Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term

Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been named as his temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate after his unexpected death over the weekend.

6 days ago in National

El Nino powers up as forecasters predict historic strength and a rainier winter for the US South

An intensifying El Nino, nature's heat-releasing thermostat that spikes global temperatures, is heading to historically strong levels, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Thursday.

7 days ago in National

Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case; Trump appeals

The writer E. Jean Carroll can collect $5.8 million held in escrow since a jury found that President Donald Trump sexually abused and defamed her, a federal judge ruled Wednesday. Trump's lawyers immediately appealed to stop the payment.

1 week ago in National

Oil prices rise, and stocks fall worldwide after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is ‘over’

Oil prices are rising, and stock markets are falling worldwide Wednesday after President Donald Trump raised doubts about the temporary truce in the war with Iran.

1 week ago in National

Succession fight is already underway as calls mount for Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race

Democratic nominee Graham Platner hasn't resigned from the Maine U.S. Senate race following an allegation of sexual assault. But the succession battle to take his place was already underway Tuesday.

1 week ago in National

Democrats begin pulling Platner endorsements after Maine candidate faces sexual assault allegation

A woman who previously dated Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner said he drunkenly forced her to have sex after she told him to stop, according to a Politico report, leading prominent supporters to pull their endorsements and throwing a must-win race for the party into turmoil.

2 weeks ago in National

Couple charged with felonies for Empire State Building climb-turned-proposal

A skyscraper-scaling daredevil told police that he and his girlfriend climbed the Empire State Building's antenna and unfurled a banner about love and peace because he wanted to "do something special" for their engagement, prosecutors said Thursday at the couple's arraignment on felony reckless endangerment, burglary and other charges.

Sports

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No. 1 pick Cholowsky agrees to a $10.35 million signing bonus with White Sox, AP source says

Baseball player in a UCLA pinstriped uniform raises his index finger in celebration on the field.

“At the end of the day, we were most comfortable with Roch Cholowsky with our first pick, regardless of what the signing bonus was going to be,” general manager Chris Getz said Saturday.

4 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Lewandowski ready to provide big lift to the Chicago Fire

FILE - Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski is thrown into the air by his teammates after his last game for the club at the end of the Spanish La Liga soccer match between FC Barcelona and Real Betis in Barcelona, Spain, May 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Joan Mateu Parra, File)

The 37-year-old, who signed a two-year contract with the Fire, knew he didn’t want to stay in Europe when his contract expired with Barcelona in May.

6 hours ago in Sports

Cease, bullpen combine on 3-hitter in AL’s 4-0 win, first All-Star shutout since 2013

Dylan Cease started a parade of pitchers that shut down a slew of baseball's best batters in a display of the pitching dominance that rules the sport. "I thought before the game about starting with a changeup and I thought it would be funny," he said.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Jazz guard Trey Alexander taken from court on stretcher in NBA Summer League game

Basketball player in white #15 drives to the hoop while two defenders in blue contest the shot.

Alexander, who signed a two-way deal with Utah last week, made contact with the Bulls' Caleb Wilson while driving toward the basket and, after tossing the ball toward the hoop, went behind the basket clutching his side or abdomen.

1 day ago in Sports

Baseball’s All-Stars don’t like MLB’s salary cap proposal but say there’s time to find a deal

Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper are among baseball's All-Stars who say players will never agree to a salary cap but maintain there's plenty of time to avoid a conflict that could shorten the 2027 season.

1 day ago in Sports

Jazz guard Trey Alexander taken from court on stretcher in NBA Summer League game

Utah Jazz guard Trey Alexander was taken from the court on stretcher Monday night after appearing to injure his side on a drive to the basket in an NBA Summer League game against the Chicago Bulls.

1 day ago in Sports

Jordan Walker spoils Philly’s Kyle Schwarber party, rallies to win Home Run Derby

Jordan Walker wore his Cardinals hat backward, chewed a big wad of bubble gum and wore the top of his jersey splayed open as he dug in for his final Home Run Derby swing.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Local, Sports

The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes’ Chief Storyteller is stepping down

Chief Storyteller Jamie Toole and his wife Melissa Gaynor-Toole will be stepping away from their respective roles. Toole stopped by The WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the topic at hand.

Lifestyle

9 hours ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Springfield city council advances Y Block plan

Architectural plan of an outdoor amphitheater with a central stage and two lawn seating areas.

Ald. Williams dislikes giveaway to state.

9 hours ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Vote for the Illinois State Fair

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9 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

The Kidzeum of Health and Science turns 8 this Saturday

It's been 8 years since the Kidzeum of Health and Science opened up, and ever since then it's been a staple of downtown family fun!

1 day ago in Lifestyle

People have been fermenting food for millennia. Here’s why more people are focused on gut health now

More people are focusing on their gut health, as fibermaxxing goes mainstream, colorectal cancer rises among young adults and personalized gut microbiome treatments become increasingly popular.

1 day ago in Lifestyle

What injured athletes can teach us about recovery and resilience

Serious injuries and medical conditions disrupt people's daily routines and can impact their confidence and sense of identity. Elite athletes know the challenges from an injury that sidelines them from their sport, requires physical rehabilitation and leaves their ability to return to competition in doubt.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Local, Sports

The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes’ Chief Storyteller is stepping down

Chief Storyteller Jamie Toole and his wife Melissa Gaynor-Toole will be stepping away from their respective roles. Toole stopped by The WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the topic at hand.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Local

Downtown Springfield, Inc. wants to improve art downtown

Included are pop-up art displays and dowtown murals.

3 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Coldest Julys in Illinois since 1895

Overcast sky with layered, pale clouds and several small birds flying in the distance.

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

Local News from Capitol City Now

4 hours ago in Agriculture, Food Scene, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

As cyclospora illnesses surge to a record, Michigan officials eye lettuce as a possible cause

Microscopic view of a stained slide showing red blood cells among blue-stained tissue cells.

Health officials have not yet definitively identified what is causing the infections.

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

2 teens charged in fatal shootings of 5 Illinois family members

A 16-year-old boy will be prosecuted as an adult, while the case against a 15-year-old girl will start in juvenile court.

9 hours ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Springfield city council advances Y Block plan

Ald. Williams dislikes giveaway to state.

9 hours ago in Crime, Local

SPD sergeant accused of DUI

Sgt. Lindzee Carpenter was stopped in Chatham on July 4.

9 hours ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Vote for the Illinois State Fair

Help make the fair tops in the nation!

9 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

The Kidzeum of Health and Science turns 8 this Saturday

It's been 8 years since the Kidzeum of Health and Science opened up, and ever since then it's been a staple of downtown family fun!

Entertainment News

6 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Latin and country surge in the US as more music is being streamed than ever before

Halfway through 2026, a few music, film and TV streaming trends have become clear, according to Luminate's 2026 Midyear Report, which was released Wednesday. Notably, more music is being streamed than ever before, both in the U.S. and globally.

6 hours ago in Entertainment

Tom Cruise and IShowSpeed join the World Cup closing ceremony’s cast

A wide array of performers, from actor Tom Cruise to streamer IShowSpeed, will help close out the World Cup, FIFA announced Tuesday.

9 hours ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Springfield city council advances Y Block plan

Ald. Williams dislikes giveaway to state.

9 hours ago in Agriculture, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Vote for the Illinois State Fair

Help make the fair tops in the nation!

9 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

The Kidzeum of Health and Science turns 8 this Saturday

It's been 8 years since the Kidzeum of Health and Science opened up, and ever since then it's been a staple of downtown family fun!

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

Jay-Z show at Yankee Stadium delayed for hours after fans without tickets rush entrances

A Jay-Z concert at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours Sunday night after hundreds of fans without tickets tried to push their way into the show, forcing the iconic New York City stadium to temporarily close entrances before the rapper could take the stage after midnight.

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