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National News

8 hours ago in National

Judge orders White House to restore access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico. Reporters still blocked

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's ban of three news outlets from the White House, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. Reporters from all three outlets, however, said they remained blocked a few hours after the ruling.

2 days ago in National

California farmers are struggling to sell grapes as demand for wine drops

It's harvest time in California wine country, but many growers are struggling to sell their grapes as changing drinking habits have caused demand to plunge. The decline is forcing some growers to tear out vineyards that their families have grown for generations.

6 days ago in National, Trending

Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress

In-person voting for this year's midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Anthropic researcher resigns with warning about the dangers of AI development

An Anthropic researcher said he is resigning from the company over concerns the artificial intelligence firm and its competitors are not acting responsibly in AI development, echoing concerns raised inside and outside of the industry about the technology's potential to elude human control.

2 weeks ago in National

Cyclospora outbreak followed years of declining FDA foreign inspections

A nationwide outbreak of cyclospora tied to contaminated lettuce has heightened safety concerns about imported food, while underscoring a longer-term trend: U.S. regulators are conducting fewer international inspections to catch contaminated produce before it lands on American plates.

3 weeks ago in National

Mistrial is declared in Lindsay Clancy child killings case after jury deadlocks

A judge in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial declared a mistrial Friday after jurors failed to reach a verdict in a case that sharply divided many Americans over whether the Massachusetts woman should be criminally responsible for killing her three young children.

3 weeks ago in National, Trending

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.

Sports

6 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Court ruling opens door for Indiana defensive linemen Daley and Wyatt to play vs. Northwestern

Daley and Wyatt did not play in Indiana’s 38-0 victory over Western Kentucky last weekend because a temporary restraining order allowing them to compete had expired.

6 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Keenum practices amid murky situation for the Chicago Bears at QB

The 38-year-old Keenum practiced on Wednesday as Chicago ramped up its preparation for its matchup with Philadelphia.

6 hours ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Jackson Koivun goes from NCAA title to Presidents Cup debut in 112 days

The 21-year-old Koivun plays with Thomas in a fourballs match for his Presidents Cup debut. For a sport with a reputation of moving slowly, his career has been at warp speed.

8 hours ago in Sports

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight set for December in Cardiff

The long-awaited bout between British boxers Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will take place Dec. 11 in Cardiff, a promoter said Thursday. The two former heavyweight world champions will meet at the Principality Stadium, promoter Turki Alalshikh said on social media.

1 day ago in Sports

Giants QB Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending knee surgery, AP source says

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending surgery on his left knee, according to a person with knowledge of the details of the injury.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says

Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman pushing for regular-season return after foul ball injury

Chicago manager Craig Counsell said Bregman did a light workout in the weight room on Tuesday and tracked pitches from a machine in a batting cage.

1 day ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Chicago Blackhawks are hoping Kane and Byram can help young core climb into playoffs

The Blackhawks are aiming for their first postseason appearance since the NHL used an expanded playoff format for the pandemic-affected 2019-20 season.

Lifestyle

32 minutes ago in Fall Guide, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

Major League Cozy Dog eating will be a part of the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival this weekend

Fresh

Patrick Bertoletti shows off his Nathan's Hot Dog Eating championship belt in Chicago, his home town.

Professional eaters from all over North America will take part.

1 day ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

New book focuses on Central Illinois’ role in Route 66 history, untold stories

Cover of "Stories from Route 66 in Central Illinois"

"Stories from Route 66 in Central Illinois" is out now.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, Local

Lead concerns prompt soil testing at Taylorville park

Manners Park Dining Hall in Taylorville, which is currently closed.

Officials say Park Field 1 is off-limits while additional soil samples are tested.

2 days ago in IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Illinois’ 8 interstate visitor information centers to close at month’s end

The visitor information center at the Prairie View Rest Area off Interstate 57 is one of the eight sites set to close at the end of the month. The rest stops in those locations will continue operating. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)

The state says the centers’ role has evolved over time as travelers’ needs change.

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

Bill to keep AM radio in cars passes U.S. House, goes to Senate

Close up of car infotainment screen with Bluetooth option. Toronto, Canada - February 19, 2026.

Car manufacturers say "no" to AM Radio, while radio says "yes."

2 days ago in History, Lifestyle, Local

Rock Creek Cemetery clean up this Sunday

Grave with flowers decorated grave, in cemetery, with grave, flowers, with stone, metal texture, from a close-up perspective, with pink, green accents, and serene respectful mood, clear detail.

Rock Creek Cemetery is getting freshened up on Sunday

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

Illinois History Conference at the ALPLM

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

The two-day conference features women's history, and bicycles.

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

Meet Britney — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

A "ginger and white beauty."

Local News from Capitol City Now

32 minutes ago in Fall Guide, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

Major League Cozy Dog eating will be a part of the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival this weekend

Fresh

Professional eaters from all over North America will take part.

5 hours ago in IL State News, Local

See tracks? Think train. This is National Rail Safety Week

Rail Safety Week ties in with rail consolidation project.

5 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local

Meyer Utility Structures brings new jobs to Clinton with repurposed manufacturing site

Meyer Utility Structures in Clinton, IL.

The facility looks to add over a hundred jobs as time goes on.

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

Starbucks to shutter 250 stores in North America this week in 2nd wave of closings

San Jose, CA, USA - Apr 29, 2022: Exterior view of a Starbucks Coffee shop in San Jose, California. Starbucks Corporation is an American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery reserves.

Last September, Starbucks closed 627 stores in North America and Europe.

6 hours ago in Education, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

Illinois attorney general claims victory in lawsuit against Trump administration

The Illinois Attorney General’s office in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois file photo)

Federal judge strikes down rules barring noncitizens from certain emergency public benefits.

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

US citizen injured in Illinois after ICE agents mistook him for fugitive, tried to arrest him

The man, whose identity was not disclosed, was taken away in an ambulance after the encounter on Sunday in Evanston.

Entertainment News

1 day ago in Education, Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide

New book focuses on Central Illinois’ role in Route 66 history, untold stories

"Stories from Route 66 in Central Illinois" is out now.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Music

Lionel Richie is taking a break from performing following a heart procedure

Manchester, Tennessee USA - 06-14-2014: Lionel Richie and his band perform at Bonnaroo Music Festival

Richie was scheduled to perform with Earth, Wind & Fire Saturday in San Francisco, Sept. 30 in Chicago and Oct. 3 in Columbus, Ohio.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Robert Pattinson brings ‘To Catch a Predator’ to life in new film ‘Primetime’

When Robert Pattinson first got the script for "Primetime," a dramatization of NBC Dateline's "To Catch a Predator" and the controversial sting operation that would lead to its cancellation, he was amazed it hadn't been made into a movie already.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Local

Springfield Park District annual ‘Night Glow Festival’ is next week

It's a pretty unique site

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

How Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ became the longest-running No. 1 hit of all time

Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas," a simmering, midtempo, country-and-then-some heartbreak song released last October, is indisputably 2026's biggest hit.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says

Hayden Panettiere had been released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, just weeks before her overdose death from a mixture of illicit and prescription drugs, according to a coroner's report obtained by The Associated Press.

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