3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Kelli & Kerri — Meow Mobile Cats of the Week

Take them home together!

3 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

“Rolling Laughs” hits the road this weekend

"Rolling Laughs" is the new mobile open mic venue!

3 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

As Illinoisans lose federal food assistance, independent grocers face debt, store closure

Without SNAP benefits, recipients could lose spending power, hurting local businesses.

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

How do data centers benefit the places where they’re built? Local mayors give mixed reviews

From taxes and community investment to water and energy depletion, data centers are a polarizing force.

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

Quarterback RJ Day, son of Ohio State coach Ryan Day, commits to Northwestern in 2027

"Excited for the next step and ready to get to work," Day posted in a message thanking coaches and family.

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

Expectations already sky-high for the NBA’s draft class of 2026, and the picks are still weeks away

“Since I’m in this draft class, I’m going to say we’re one of the best draft classes,” said Dybantsa, who led Division I men's college basketball in scoring this past season.

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

Washington wins NBA draft lottery, chance to pick first on June 23

Utah will pick No. 2, Memphis will pick No. 3 and Chicago will pick No. 4.

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Canvas is again a go at UIS

University advises everyone to still be vigilant.

3 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

D-186 hikes drivers ed fee 50 percent

Owen Marsh ribbon-cutting will be May 22.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Pediatricians group finds kids of all ages need regular recess for physical and mental health

Recess isn't just a fun break for grade schoolers. It's crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That's the message from a leading pediatricians group, which just released the first new guidance in 13 years about this unstructured time at school and how it needs to be protected.

3 weeks ago in World

2 passengers test positive for hantavirus as a third shows symptoms after cruise ship evacuation

A French woman and an American tested positive for the hantavirus, as nations around the world scrambled Monday to repatriate passengers from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak and quarantine or isolate them.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

New Beatles fan experience set to open in London in 2027

The Beatles are headed back to one of the band's most famous sites with a new fan experience in London. Apple Corps Ltd, the company founded by the Fab Four, announced Monday that it will open a new seven-floor fan experience at the company's early headquarters.

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Springfield police chief emphasizes wellness

A new gym, nutrition classes, and even yoga are part of it.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Washington wins NBA draft lottery, chance to pick first on June 23

On Sunday, the Washington Wizards won the NBA draft lottery and earned the right to pick No. 1 in next month's draft, a huge step forward for a team that finished with the league's worst record this season.

3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

2026 NFL schedule: Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants is Week 1 Sunday night game

The Dallas Cowboys are set to visit the New York Giants in the first Sunday night game of the 2026 NFL season on Sept. 13. The league on Monday announced the Week 1 matchup of NFC East rivals at the Meadowlands in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

3 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Shootout ends in suspect hospitalized, explosion near Peoria

During the incident, police said an explosion happened and a fire started in the unit the suspect was shooting from.

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

This kind of smoke alarm is not enough

A bill would outlaw the sale of detectors which do not have a sealed ten-year battery.

3 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Goodbye, downtown Springfield parking meters

The parking meters being removed haven't had to be paid since 2020.

3 weeks ago in Education, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Free skin cancer screenings coming to Springfield

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but health experts say it is also one of the most preventable.

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buscher launches re-election campaign

Big Labor gives mayor big start toward re-election.