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US employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February

American employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 new jobs last month, rebounding from a dismal February. And the unemployment...

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The Latest: US and Israel are trying to rescue fighter jet crew in Iran, Israeli source says

The U.S. military launched a rescue operation Friday after Iranian state media reported that an American fighter jet went down and at least...

5 days ago in Entertainment, National, Trending

The Latest: Artemis II fully fueled for NASA’s historic return to the moon

NASA's launch team has loaded more than 700,000 gallons of fuel into the 32-story Space Launch System rocket, setting the stage for the Artemis II mission crew members to board...

1 week ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

2 weeks ago in National

TSA officers share how they’re scraping by without pay

A woman in Indiana who put off dental surgery because she doesn't know if she can afford the copay. A Florida couple with young children who are depleting their savings. A grandmother in Idaho who plans to sell her car to pay the rent. They are among the tens of thousands Transportation Security Administration officers set to receive another $0 paycheck this week.

2 weeks ago in National

Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport

Two people were killed and several others badly hurt when an Air Canada regional jet struck a fire truck on a runway while landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport, officials said.

2 weeks ago in National

Federal immigration agents seen at Atlanta airport after Trump order amid during partial shutdown

Federal immigration officers have been seen at an airport in Atlanta after President Donald Trump said he'd deploy agents to supplement the Transportation Security Administration during a government shutdown that has caused long lines at security checkpoints across the country.

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Cubs’ Cade Horton placed on 15-day IL, set for tests after leaving 2nd start with forearm discomfort

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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 Cubs placed Horton on the 15-day injured list with a strained forearm on Sunday , two days after he felt discomfort throwing a pitch. 

1 hour ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

White Sox place outfield Everson Pereira on injured list, recall infielder Tanner Murray

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Chicago White Everson Pereira (28) scores on a hit by Miguel Vargas during the third inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins Monday, March 30, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Pereira got hurt Wednesday at Miami.

1 hour ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028

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FILE - Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) follows the play during a WNBA basketball game against the Dallas Wings, Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade, File)

The 6-foot-3 Reese averaged 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds in her two seasons with Chicago, earning All-Star honors each year while finishing as the runner-up for rookie of the year in 2024.

5 hours ago in Sports

Dodgers and Yankees off to impressive starts, and Ohtani and Judge are just starting to hit

The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees are off to good starts — and their MVPs are finally starting to hit. Shohei Ohtani hadn't driven in a run until Friday, then homered in that game and again Sunday. He and Aaron Judge each have three straight multihit games.

5 hours ago in Sports, Trending

UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women’s basketball title

It's mission accomplished for UCLA. Gabriela Jaquez, Lauren Betts and the rest of the UCLA seniors secured the first NCAA women's basketball national championship in school history — a goal that was set after losing in the first Final Four last season.

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

Freshmen Braylon Mullins and Keaton Wagler shine as others struggle in UConn’s win over Illinois

Illinois' Keaton Wagler (23) drives around UConn's Malachi Smith during the second half of an NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game at the Final Four, Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler headed dejectedly to his bench, pulling his jersey over his face as teammates consoled him before he covered his head with a towel.

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

UConn reaches 3rd national title game in 4 seasons, beating Illinois 71-62 behind Mullins and Reed

UConn's Jayden Ross (23) and Illinois' Ben Humrichous (3) battle for the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game at the Final Four, Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Freshman Keaton Wagler had 20 points and eight rebounds to lead the Fighting Illini (28-9), who reached their first Final Four since losing the championship game to North Carolina in 2005.

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

White Sox announce they will retire Ozzie Guillen’s number in August

“What a great surprise it was,” Guillen said. “Especially opening day, the way they did it."

Lifestyle

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Trivia night Saturday benefits ALPLM

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Proceeds benefit "Team Lincoln."

5 hours ago in Lifestyle

Can a single therapy session make a difference? Experts say yes, with the right mindset

Experts say an increasing number of people who, at least for now, have decided to forgo the weeks, months or even years that traditional therapy implies in favor of a more targeted approach.

3 days ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local

Shanle ready to take over DSI leadership

Jay Shanle, left, officially takes over as Executive Director of Downtown Springfield, Inc. April 6.

Shanle spoke to WTAX on Friday.

3 days ago in Lifestyle, Local

Heartland Housed launches Welcome Home Basket Initiative

An example of a "Welcome Home basket" a formerly unhoused person may receive from Heartland Housed.

"We hope it's just reinforcing all of that effort and hard work that they've put in to making the big jump that they've made," said Molly McDonald, System Support Administrator at Heartland Housed

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

Federal government sues three states over their regulation of prediction markets

A crew assembles the Polymarket 'Situation Room' pop-up bar at Proper 21 on K Street, Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Allison Robbert)

Illinois is one of the states being sued.

3 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Hottest Aprils in Illinois since 1895

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

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

5 smart ways Central Illinois consumers can save money right now

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A few simple adjustments can create meaningful savings without sacrificing your lifestyle.

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

McDonald’s tries a simpler approach with its new McValue menu

Some of the items already cost less than $3 in some parts of the U.S., but others don't.

Local News from Capitol City Now

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Downtown historic buildings changing hands, or ready to

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"If anybody has a great idea and wants to put their money where their mouth is, as far as getting some new projects going, there's no shortage of opportunities downtown right now."

29 minutes ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Trivia night Saturday benefits ALPLM

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Proceeds benefit "Team Lincoln."

42 minutes ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

Illinois pursues abortion coverage for people with little or no insurance

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State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, presents her Medicaid legislation on the House floor on Saturday, May 31, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

The measure takes advantage of ACA abortion coverage.

49 minutes ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National

7 years after legalization, final cannabis licensing lawsuit goes to court

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Company with perfect application score argues for new license lottery.

1 hour ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Cubs’ Cade Horton placed on 15-day IL, set for tests after leaving 2nd start with forearm discomfort

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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 Cubs placed Horton on the 15-day injured list with a strained forearm on Sunday , two days after he felt discomfort throwing a pitch. 

1 hour ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

White Sox place outfield Everson Pereira on injured list, recall infielder Tanner Murray

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Chicago White Everson Pereira (28) scores on a hit by Miguel Vargas during the third inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins Monday, March 30, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Pereira got hurt Wednesday at Miami.

Entertainment News

29 minutes ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Trivia night Saturday benefits ALPLM

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Proceeds benefit "Team Lincoln."

4 hours ago in Entertainment

It’s-a-hit: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ box office blasts off with $372.5 million globally

Mixed reviews didn't dissuade mass audiences from buying tickets to the "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," which scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood movie.

5 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Pressure mounts on Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a summer festival in London

Pressure was mounting Sunday on American rapper Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a London music festival this summer, after criticism from U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

5 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Savannah Guthrie back at ‘Today’ anchor desk for the first time since her mother’s disappearance

Savannah Guthrie was back and almost all business at NBC's "Today" show anchor desk on Monday, marking a return for the first time in more than two months since her mother's disappearance.

5 days ago in Entertainment, National, Trending

The Latest: Artemis II fully fueled for NASA’s historic return to the moon

NASA's launch team has loaded more than 700,000 gallons of fuel into the 32-story Space Launch System rocket, setting the stage for the Artemis II mission crew members to board...

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Megan Thee Stallion takes 2 Broadway shows off after illness during ‘Moulin Rouge!’

Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to the hospital after "feeling very ill" while onstage on Broadway in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical." She later took to social media to explain...

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UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women’s basketball title

It's mission accomplished for UCLA. Gabriela Jaquez, Lauren Betts and the rest of the UCLA seniors secured the first NCAA women's basketball national championship in school history — a goal that was set after losing in the first Final Four last season.