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Springfield man sentenced to short prison term for dog fighting ring
Police say a pool was found at the address that was used as a dog fighting ring.
3 hours ago in Business, Local
Ownbey: Suit over data center meets 90-day window
Some Waverly-area residents are suing the county.
4 hours ago in Business, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Pint-sized obsessions: Illinois’ favorite ice cream flavors and brands, according to Instacart data
Instacart reports the top ice cream brands and flavors in Illinois and across America.
4 hours ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Route 66 centennial draws international visitors to Illinois
"I've always been passionate about America," de Jong said. "I've seen American movies and I think that's where Route 66 popped up, too. So, watching the movies, wanting to go to America and Route 66 is one of those real American things."
5 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local
Peoples Gas cuts $58 million from rate request
The new rates would raise monthly bills by $7-8 rather than the $10-11 originally requested.
Entertainment
5 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Jurassic Park’ actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent says
Actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia and will be honored at a private family memorial at his New Zealand farm later, his agent told The Associated Press...
6 hours ago in Entertainment, World
Hong Kong booksellers are reportedly arrested over alleged sales of seditious publications
Hong Kong authorities have raided two bookstores and arrested five people on suspicion of selling allegedly seditious publications, local media reported Wednesday, in the latest...
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
Latin and country surge in the US as more music is being streamed than ever before
Halfway through 2026, a few music, film and TV streaming trends have become clear, according to Luminate's 2026 Midyear Report, which was released Wednesday. Notably, more music is being streamed than ever before, both in the U.S. and globally.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Tom Cruise and IShowSpeed join the World Cup closing ceremony’s cast
A wide array of performers, from actor Tom Cruise to streamer IShowSpeed, will help close out the World Cup, FIFA announced Tuesday.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
Jay-Z show at Yankee Stadium delayed for hours after fans without tickets rush entrances
A Jay-Z concert at Yankee Stadium was delayed for hours Sunday night after hundreds of fans without tickets tried to push their way into the show, forcing the iconic New York City stadium to temporarily close entrances before the rapper could take the stage after midnight.
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3 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending
How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires
When wildfires burn, smoke can travel long distances and degrade air quality far away, posing risks to those breathing it. Fires burning in one state can make...
5 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Jurassic Park’ actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent says
Actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia and will be honored at a private family memorial at his New Zealand farm later, his agent told The Associated Press...