2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Broncos re-sign Alex Palczewski to a 2-year deal worth up to $11 million

Palczewski signed with the Broncos as an undrafted free agent out of Illinois in 2023.

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Congress is on track for record retirements. In Illinois, that’s created a candidate frenzy

The signs that Illinois is having one of its most frenzied primary elections in years are everywhere.

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Former presidents set to speak during final public tribute to the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden are joining thousands of people Friday during a celebration of life for the civil rights leader.

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

In search of affordability: How Illinois ranks for cost of living

Current reports on affordability in Illinois and across the country.

2 weeks ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

State tournaments continue for high school boys and girls basketball teams

The IHSA calls it "America's Original March Madness".

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

More consideration for menopausal Illinoisans

Illinois women are "fed up."

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Governor to Noem: Don’t let the door hit you

Pritzker visits Sangamon County Complex to sign transportation hub beam.

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Officials: St. Pat’s legacy will live on through scholarships, continued fundraisers

Scholarships and fundraising events will still be done, even as St. Pat's closes at the end of the current academic year.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Britney Spears arrested and released, California sheriff’s records show, though charge is not clear

Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in Southern California and booked early Thursday, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's office, which didn't say what charge she faces.

2 weeks ago in National

Dow drops 1,000 points after oil spikes to its highest price since the summer of 2024

The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped more than 1,000 points Thursday after the price of oil spiked to its highest level since the summer of 2024 because of the war with Iran.

2 weeks ago in National

Savannah Guthrie makes offscreen visit to ‘Today’ show, first since her mother went missing

Savannah Guthrie made an off-camera appearance Thursday at NBC's "Today" show studios to thank colleagues for their support since her mother Nancy went missing from her Arizona home a month ago.

2 weeks ago in National

Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership

President Donald Trump on Thursday fired his embattled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, after mounting criticism over her leadership of the department, including the handling of the administration's immigration crackdown and disaster response.

2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

28 Illinois schools receive state Blue Ribbon Schools award

Pritzker established the program last year after the national program was abolished.

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New weather dashboard tracks Illinois snow and ice response

IDOT launches online tool showing winter road maintenance stats and safety data.

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Cool summer job available for fishing enthusiasts

Illinois Department of Natural Resources seeking instructors for 2026 urban fishing clinics, including Sangamon County.

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Lawmakers target hidden fees, predatory sales tactics with electric supply legislation

Consumer advocates push for new measures with affordability as session’s focus.

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Bill expanding access to discounted drugs awaits Illinois House action

Clinics accuse drug manufacturers of restricting access to drugs in federal 340B program.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Aaron Judge and a loaded US roster hope to dethrone Ohtani’s Japan at the World Baseball Classic

Aaron Judge is trading pinstripes for a plain jersey with red, white and blue letters. "Getting the chance to wear that across my chest is going to be pretty powerful," the U.S. and New York Yankees captain said of the World Baseball Classic. "I think a lot of people have a lot of pride for their country."

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

What to say if you’re in recovery and your workplace encourages social drinking

Picture this: It's lunchtime in the 1960s, and you're out with co-workers enjoying not one, not two, but three cocktails with your meal. While the three-martini lunch seems improbable today, workplaces still can be boozy places. After-work happy hours, corporate parties and client meetings at fancy bars are still expected in many areas of American corporate culture.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Brady Bunch’ house, used in exterior shots for the popular sitcom, gets LA landmark status

The LA city council voted unanimously on Wednesday to designate the the so-called " Brady Bunch " house in the San Fernando Valley as a historic-cultural monument. The vote grants landmark protections to the house on Dilling Avenue that was used for exterior shots of the TV sitcom that ran from 1969 to 1974.