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16 hours ago

Pritzker on vote-by-mail ruling, SNAP cuts, and man killed during ‘Operation Midway Blitz’

Pritzker claims President Trump wants to make it harder for people to vote, claims feds have not turned over bodycam video from fatal shooting.

16 hours ago

Illinois asks for FEMA help after August storms

Trump administration denied state’s last request for help after 2025 storms.

17 hours ago

Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears have moved on from Week 1’s offensive show

It doesn't sound as if overconfidence is going to be an issue for Chicago when it faces the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday in its home opener at Soldier Field.

17 hours ago

A late-season rally flips the AL Central race as the Guardians edge ahead of White Sox

After dropping Monday’s opener, the Guardians rallied to win the last two games and took sole possession of first place in the AL Central for the first time since July 3.

17 hours ago

Blackhawks D Ethan Del Mastro agrees to a $1.9 million, 2-year contract

The Blackhawks start training camp Thursday and play their season opener on Sept. 29 at Vegas.

17 hours ago

With 2 more homers, the Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes his MVP case

With Shohei Ohtani still on the injured list with right biceps inflammation, Crow-Armstrong keeps hitting home runs, closing in on the first 40-40 season in Cubs history, putting the finishing touches on his MVP case, at least as far as Cubs fans are concerned.

17 hours ago

Northwestern extends football coach David Braun’s contract through the 2031 season

Braun is in his fourth season at Northwestern and carries a 20-19 record into Saturday’s game with Colorado. Northwestern went 7-6 and beat Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl last season.

2 days ago

Illinois, Chicago sue to block Trump plan to restrict green cards to legal Medicaid, SNAP users

Administration’s new rule, halted by courts during first term, set to take effect Friday.

2 days ago

SCOTUS blocks Trump’s attempt to limit mail-in voting for the midterm elections

Illinois AG Raoul declares ‘victory for voters.'

2 days ago

‘Looking at the forest as a crop’: Trump admin’s logging rule would expose Shawnee Forest

The Trump administration wants to bolster U.S. timber production. Environmentalists say its rule change could wreak environmental havoc.

2 days ago

Blackhawks center Connor Bedard becomes second-youngest captain in franchise history

“It's an incredible honor, something I don't take lightly,” Bedard said.

2 days ago

WPBL begins historic first championship series

Season 1's championship starts Wednesday.

2 days ago

Pritzker calls Operation Midway Blitz ‘terrorism’ on anniversary of its start

Pritzker claims mostly legal citizens were targeted during "Operation Midway Blitz."

3 days ago

Winner of $1 Billion Powerball jackpot from ticket bought in Quincy comes forward, remains anonymous

The winner says in a lottery news release that they didn't believe they won at first, until a family member was called.

4 days ago

Caleb Williams and Bears trounce Panthers 59-37 in highest-scoring season opener in NFL history

Johnson's prolific Bears broke a franchise record for points in an opener, a mark that had stood since 1948, when Chicago hung 45 points on Green Bay at Wrigley Field.

4 days ago

Kyle Larson surges to second in NASCAR postseason Chase heading to Bristol track he’s dominated

After a timely win in NASCAR’s Chase, Larson is only nine points behind postseason leader Denny Hamlin and within striking distance of a second straight Cup Series title.

4 days ago

Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, another likely Democratic presidential contender, has consistently criticized state-level bans and restrictions on transgender athletes, calling them “bullying” and a “setback for equality.”

4 days ago

Remembering September 11th…by also remembering September 12th

The Ride to Remember couldn't be held, but a State Capitol ceremony Sunday was.

5 days ago

Rapper Lil Durk acquitted of murder-for-hire at Los Angeles trial

The jury deliberated for three days before acquitting Lil Durk, the 33-year-old Grammy-winning Chicago hip-hop artist best known for the 2023 hit “All My Life,” of conspiracy, stalking resulting in death and murder for hire.

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15 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

City: More hotel nights booked in Springfield in 2025, expected to be higher this year

"That means hotel stays are up about 12,000 room nights.  We have more travelers in town visiting Springfield."

2 days ago in Entertainment

Bingo and Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it this year?

Tickle Me Elmo dolls, the game of chance Bingo and the humble playground slide are among the finalists to get into the National Toy Hall of Fame this year, a lineup that also includes cuddly Care Bears, the dice game Yahtzee, the ancient game Mahjong and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Karol G, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Drexler are the most nominated for the Latin Grammys

A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with singers Karol G, Rosalía, Jorge Drexler and hip hop duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Ed Sheeran’s tour in trouble after opening acts drop out in solidarity with rapper Macklemore

Ed Sheeran's tour of North and South America was plunged into chaos Tuesday when four of his supporting acts abruptly quit in solidarity with the rapper Macklemore, who was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments onstage.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Lionel Messi added to Argentina’s roster for Oct. 6 friendly that team says will be farewell match

Lionel Messi might have one last dance with Argentina after all. Despite announcing his international retirement, the 39-year-old Inter Miami star was included Tuesday in Lionel Scaloni's 28-man Argentina squad ahead of upcoming home friendlies.