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A screen shot of the dash camera video of Lt. Andrew Henton's squad car before it hit a pedestrian September 24, 2026.

2 weeks ago in Crime, Local

Not guilty plea in deputy-pedestrian accident

Off-duty Lt. Andrew Henton struck a pedestrian in a crosswalk.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it

GoodRx reports that maintaining muscle during weight loss is crucial for health.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Best Chicago Bears fantasy performances so far this season

Stacker compiled a list of the best Chicago Bears fantasy performances of 2026

This man allegedly caused damage to a boat at East Side Marine October 2, 2026.

2 weeks ago in Crime, Local

Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying boat burglar

Man caused damage to a boat at East Side Marine.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

White Sox, GM Chris Getz face hard act to follow in 2027, in spite of unexpected playoff run

“I do need to acknowledge that there was a sting in Cleveland when we came up short,” Getz told reporters on Wednesday.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson talks after an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis., Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Chicago Bears working through questions at quarterback and defensive line

Coach Ben Johnson has a lot going on at the moment.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Brewers stun Dodgers with back-to-back homers in 7th inning and ride 6-2 win to 3-0 lead in NLCS

The Milwaukee Brewers hit the second-fewest home runs in baseball during the regular season, even as they topped the majors with 103 wins. Maybe they were saving their biggest swings for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

University of Chicago sign is displayed on the campus in Chicago, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

2 weeks ago in Crime, Education, IL State News, National

Police investigate report of sexual assault at a fraternity party near the University of Chicago

The 21-year-old woman reported the assault to police and went to a hospital for treatment, according to Chicago police.

A person prays at a votive mass for Pope Leo XIV in light of his lung cancer diagnosis at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

Chicago Catholics rally for prayer in Pope Leo’s hometown after his lung cancer diagnosis

Catholics in Chicago and around the world met the news of Leo's lung cancer diagnosis with shock, concern and support for the 71-year-old.

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, National

Teen accused of plotting mass shooting at Chicago-area Hindu temple

Alexandros Paporakis, a Taco Bell cashier from Palatine, Illinois, faces felony charges of making a terrorist threat and unlawfully possessing weapons.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

How parents can help a scared child enjoy Halloween

Campus Insights Media on behalf of Pennsylvania State University reports on how parents can help scared children enjoy Halloween. 

2 weeks ago in Local

UPDATED: Lanes reopen after fatal crash

The victim is from New York.

This fire at an unused apartment building at Sunflower Court on the University of Illinois Springfield campus Wednesday, October 14, 2026, was done for training purposes.

2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local

Fire training for Springfield Fire will lead to a new building for a new UIS program

Firefighters get training, while UIS saves on demolition ahead of a new building going up.

Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Lifestyle, Local

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular returns to Washington Park this weekend

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) — More than 2,000 illuminated jack-o’-lanterns will be on display at Washington Park this weekend…

A meeting of the Sangamon County Board.

2 weeks ago in Local

Sangamon County Board wants more discussion before changing meeting dates

Members and residents don't like the conflict between the two meetings.

Netflix

2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National

Netflix is laying off 6% of its workforce, in biggest round of job cuts at streaming giant in years

Beyond the memo from its chief executives, Netflix declined to comment further about Wednesday's cuts.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

When is it too late to get a flu shot?

GoodRx reports it's almost never too late to get a flu shot, as it provides protection even if flu season has started, lasting until May.

Larry Gillespie

2 weeks ago in Crime, Local

Domestic battery investigation leads to discovery of drugs, guns near Rochester

Sheriff: 18 guns, cannabis, drug equipment discovered.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Renters in Illinois aren’t moving. Here’s what the data shows

TurboTenant reports on renter mobility in Illinois.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed

The conflict from over the weekend, involving a high-priced mechanical bird, is raising more issues than just the quality of customer service. It's also a case study in power dynamics, and the differential that exists between someone with a high profile and those without.

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23 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Rays put on the brink of World Series flop by Brewers’ historic 8-run, 2-out surge

Milwaukee became the first team to score eight runs with two outs in a World Series inning, routing the Rays 10-1 on Monday night to take a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

23 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California

The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight: Jay-Z will headline the show himself. The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

2 days ago in Entertainment

‘You Can See Everything’ surges with $19.5M at box office; ‘Clayface’ takes No. 1

DC Studios scored a modest, R-rated win with "Clayface," landing a $24 million opening weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday. But the biggest success story in theaters remained A24's Elizabeth Holmes documentary "You Can See Everything," which pulled in $19.5 million in its first weekend of wide release.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

2 days ago in Features, Trending

‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition

When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, "Farmer Mike," also known as the "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers."