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5 days ago in Lifestyle

A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday

The crisp crinkle of fallen leaves beneath your feet. The swish and trickle of water moving through a stream. A breath of crisp, fresh air. Spending time in nature can be invigorating or produce feelings of peace and calm.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips

As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you "oof" every time you get in a car or "aargh" while bending over to pick up something, it may be time to prioritize exercises that target your mobility.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

6 therapist-approved mental health tips to kick off the new year

Rula offers six therapist-approved mental health tips for the new year, emphasizing self-reflection, energy management, and setting achievable goals.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle

The coolest technology from Day 1 of CES 2026

Nvidia, AMD and Intel all had important chip and AI platform announcements on the first day of CES 2026, but all audiences wanted to see more of was...

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Out with the old: With 2026 nigh, here’s some wide-ranging intel on managing transitions

It's that time — December's waning days, when we prepare to turn the calendar page. Many Americans take stock, review goals accomplished and unmet, ponder hopes and plans. How's our health? What's up with our money? What about the country? Will the coming year look like the departing one year, or be something entirely different? Are we ready?

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Where are the wackiest New Year’s Eve drops in the US?

Why let New York City have all the fun with its Times Square ball drop on New Year's Eve? Dozens of places across the U.S. will ring in 2026 by dropping a quirky assortment of fruits, vegetables, sea creatures and balls of all shapes and sizes. Many have a hometown flair.

Sports

3 hours ago in Sports

Oregon QB Dante Moore says he’ll return to the Ducks rather than declare for the NFL draft

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has decided to return to the Ducks next season rather than declare for the NFL draft. Moore, 20, announced his decision on Wednesday on ESPN.

3 hours ago in Sports

Dell Curry is getting his No. 30 jersey retired by Charlotte in March

The Charlotte Hornets announced Wednesday that Dell Curry — the father of Stephen and Seth Curry — will get his No. 30 retired in a ceremony on March 19 when the team plays host to the Orlando Magic.

10 hours ago in Sports

Diamondbacks acquire 8-time All-Star 3B Nolan Arenado in a deal with the Cardinals

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired eight-time All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade Tuesday with the St. Louis Cardinals, adding an accomplished veteran to a team trying to return to the playoffs for the first time since a surprise World Series run in 2023.

2 days ago in Sports

Stafford’s late TD pass to Parkinson lifts the Rams past the Panthers 34-31 in tense playoff opener

Puka Nacua stepped into the huddle with the Los Angeles Rams trailing by four with 2:38 left, the home crowd roaring and his team's season on the line. He never thought twice about losing. "Never a doubt — No. 9 is with us," Nacau said with a wide smile in reference to the team's 37-year-old All-Pro quarterback, Matthew Stafford.

2 days ago in Sports

Caleb Williams rallies Bears from 18 points down for 31-27 playoff win over rival Packers

Caleb Williams dropped back, pump-faked and found DJ Moore wide open down the sideline for the go-ahead touchdown. His latest clutch throw propelled the Chicago Bears to yet another improbable comeback win and kept their breakout season going for at least another round of the postseason.

2 days ago in Sports

Purdy, 49ers eliminate defending Super Bowl champion Eagles with 23-19 win in wild-card game

Brock Purdy threw a go-ahead 4-yard touchdown pass to Christian McCaffrey late in the fourth quarter, San Francisco used a trick play on a TD toss from Jennings to McCaffrey, and the 49ers eliminated the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles with a 23-19 wild-card victory Sunday.

National

3 hours ago in National

US will suspend immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance concerns

The State Department said Wednesday it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Russia and Somalia, whose nationals the Trump administration has deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States.

10 hours ago in National

Luxury retailer Saks seeks bankruptcy protection overwhelmed by debt

The owner of Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking bankruptcy protection, buffeted by rising competition and the massive debt it took on to buy its rival in the luxury sector, Neiman Marcus, just over a year ago.

10 hours ago in National

Minnesota protesters, agents repeatedly square off while prosecutors quit after Renee Good’s death

Federal officers dropped tear gas and sprayed eye irritant at activists Tuesday during another day of confrontations in Minneapolis, while students miles away walked out of a suburban school to protest the Trump administration's bold immigration sweeps.

1 day ago in National

Bringing charges against the Fed: What we do (and don’t) know

President Donald Trump has dramatically escalated his confrontation with the Federal Reserve, his Justice Department investigating and threatening a criminal indictment of the independent central bank and serving it with subpoenas.

Local News from Capitol City Now

3 hours ago in Business, Local

City Council discusses the budget for the next fiscal year

The next fiscal year's budget is undergoing hearings, the final hearing prior to decision is next week on January 22

4 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

Illinois installs largest video display in college football at Memorial Stadium

This massive video board is being installed at University of Illinois' Memorial Stadium.

Massive Daktronics videoboard and LED upgrades set to debut ahead of the 2026 season.

4 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

Top Democrats say they would consider small changes to Illinois’ SAFE-T Act

House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, speaks to reporters outside his office on Oct. 15, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Peter Hancock)

Cook County chief judge to issue report that could guide new legislation.

4 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Bears coach Ben Johnson offers no apologies for profane postgame speech

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson celebrates with Rome Odunze after an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Huh)

Coach Ben Johnson made his feelings clear. He repeatedly yelled a profanity directed at the Packers to start his postgame pep talk.

5 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National

Trump threatens to halt federal money next month not only to sanctuary cities but also their states

President Donald Trump speaks at the Detroit Economic Club Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026 in Detroit. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Two previous efforts by Trump to cut off some funding for sanctuary jurisdictions were shut down by courts.

Entertainment

3 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals

Actor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals. The theater group, which dates to 1844 and claims to be the world's third-oldest still operating, announced Wednesday that Keaton will receive his Pudding Pot award at a celebratory roast Feb. 6.

10 hours ago in Entertainment

Trevor Noah to host Grammys for the sixth and final time

Trevor Noah will be hosting the Grammy Awards for the sixth consecutive year, but this time, it's being billed as a farewell gig. The Recording Academy announced Tuesday that the South African comedian is returning "one final time" for the Feb. 1 show, for which he will also serve as an executive producer.

10 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats early Monday morning after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver.

2 days ago in Entertainment

‘Hamnet’ and ‘One Battle After Another’ take top honors at Golden Globes

Paul Thomas Anderson's ragtag revolutionary saga "One Battle After Another" took top honors at Sunday's 83rd Golden Globes in the comedy category, while Chloé Zhao's Shakespeare drama "Hamnet" pulled off an upset over "Sinners" to win best film, drama.

2 days ago in Entertainment

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ tops box office for fourth straight week with newcomer ‘Primate’ second

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" kept on smoldering at the box office, taking the top spot for a fourth straight week on a relatively quiet weekend as the January doldrums began setting in for the industry.

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