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2 weeks ago in Crime, Education, IL State News, Local, National
Illinois schools grapple with AI cyberbullying, deepfakes as new law takes effect
Educators are working to understand how best to respond to rapidly evolving technology.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National
Former Sangamon County deputy Sean Grayson seeks medical release
Grayson has served less than six months of a 20-year sentence for the murder of Sonya Massey.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Cubs sign RHP Jake Woodford, designate RHP Bryse Wilson for assignment
In a corresponding move, the Cubs designated right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignment.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Music, National, Sports
Cubs fans sing `Take Me Home, Country Roads’ during fog delay at Wrigley Field
The rare Saturday night game at Wrigley started an hour late due to rain, then fog billowed in from the north starting in the second inning and got denser.
2 weeks ago in Business, Crime, IL State News, Local, National
Delta pilot reports a close encounter with a July Fourth firework before landing in Chicago
The FAA said it would investigate the incident.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Chris Gotterup wins John Deere Classic with a 62 and late help from Ben Kohles
“I really like this tournament. They've been super nice to me,” Gotterup said. “To have Patrick out here with me ... it's just so awesome.”
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami sent on rehab stint, could rejoin Chicago before All-Star break
Murakami has been sidelined since s uffering a Grade 2 strain on May 29, when he got hurt trying to beat out a double play grounder against Detroit.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
Briscoe holds off Bell in NASCAR’s return to Chicagoland Speedway
Briscoe held off Christopher Bell in NASCAR’s return to Chicagoland Speedway, racing to his first Cup Series win of the season.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports
The Cubs are still having their ups and downs, but they can really score runs when they get rolling
The Cubs lead the majors with 10 walk-off victories this season, and the crosstown White Sox are second with seven.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married Friday night at Madison Square Garden, where actor Adam Sandler was the surprising officiant at a ceremony and Stevie Nicks performed among a crowd packed with stars of sports and entertainment.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Minions & Monsters’ tops Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating ‘Toy Story 5’
The Minions have taken down "Toy Story 5" at the July Fourth weekend box office, but not by much. "Minions & Monsters," the seventh film in the "Despicable Me" franchise, earned $36.4 million at the holiday weekend box office, according to studio estimates for North America.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
UEFA says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is ‘incomprehensible’
An all-time controversy in the World Cup's 96-year history was raging Monday ahead of the co-host United States facing Belgium with a quarterfinals place at stake.
2 weeks ago in Sports
England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane carried England to the World Cup quarterfinals, overcoming a raucous crowd, the elevation of Estadio Azteca and a man disadvantage in the second half to beat Mexico in a 3-2 thriller on Sunday night.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
George Clooney to get the lifetime achievement prize from Venice Film Festival
George Clooney is returning to the Venice Film Festival this year, where he'll be honored with a lifetime achievement award. The festival's organizers said Monday that Clooney has been selected to receive the Golden Lion at the 83rd edition of the festival in September.
2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local
Turner: ‘We are prepared’ if downtown tourism or medical district expansion bills are called during veto or special sessions
Proposals to expand tourism and BOS Center, and to expand "Mid-Illinois Medical District."
2 weeks ago in History, IL State News, Local
A pope for the people
Author finds Chicago-born pontiff "refreshing."
2 weeks ago in Education, Health & Wellness, Local
Stay cool headed, mentally and physically
Heat can also impact your mental health.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local
Benton announces resignation
Benton announced his resignation Friday after Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch called for it, citing an investigation by the legislative inspector general.
2 weeks ago in Local
A $1M refresh for Lincoln Library
A grant will pay for new program space for youth.
