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

Illinois surpasses 2024 tornado record amid severe weather surges

The record is now 149 tornadoes, with the previous record being 142 in 2024. 

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

NAACP reacts to sentence for one person in Earl Moore, Jr. death

After pleading guilty to Involuntary Manslaughter, Peter Cadigan was given two years of probation along with community service.

3 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Pritzker signs bill protecting medical records for abortion patients in Illinois

The new law will shield people from out-of-state retaliation.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic

To someone who is getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, "Don't panic!" may be difficult to heed, even if that's exactly what you should do. But lifeguards say to not only relax but flip over and float out of the danger.

3 weeks ago in Sports

As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women’s World Cup countdown has begun

While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Film academy invites 529 new members, including Jenna Ortega, the Safdie brothers and Jacob Elordi

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Wednesday invited 529 members to the Oscar voting body, a new class that brings the group's membership to nearly double what it was a decade ago.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories

Ride Route 66 for a good cause this weekend

A motorcycle and Jeep ride along Route 66 helps the United Way of Central Illinois.

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Keaton Wagler goes #5 to the LA Clippers in 2026 NBA draft

Wagler becomes the second-highest draft pick ever at Illinois, and the highest since Deron Williams went No. 3 overall in 2005.

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Chinese supercomputer displaces US machines as world’s fastest for first time since 2017

El Capitan, at the U.S. government’s Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California, now ranks second, ahead of two other U.S. supercomputers at national laboratories in Tennessee and Illinois.

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Sabres land No. 4 draft pick in trading Byram to Blackhawks. Capitals acquire Kyrou from Blues

Chicago also acquired hard-hitting forward Jordan Greenway.

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Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera headed to IL after being carted off the field with a left leg injury

Cabrera has a left hamstring/adductor strain.

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Cubs manager Craig Counsell perplexed by rainout and irked by ‘terrible rule’

“Major League Baseball tells you the game’s canceled, and that’s it. Especially on the road. That’s all you get,” he said.

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NBA draft provides another look at Bryson Graham’s vision for the rebuilding Chicago Bulls

“We’re definitely not where we want to be, but we’re establishing an identity," Graham said.

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Route 66 Road Trip Caravan brings high-steaks challenge to Springfield

Three men in Springfield were challenged to eat 4.5 pounds of steak, shrimp, a baked potato, salad and a roll — all in one hour.

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

7 tornadoes confirmed across central Illinois following weekend storms

NWS confirmed on Tuesday that an EF-Unknown, or EF-U, touched down in the Edinburg area of Christian County over the weekend. 

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

Crime of the Week: Damage done to Springfield Bunn plant

Damage done in a vestibule area.

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

Teen seriously injured in Rochester shooting

A teen is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, police said.

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

Ex-EMT worker charged with killing patient in 2022 sentenced to 24 months’ probation

Cadigan, along with Peggy Finley, was arrested in January 2023 in connection with Moore's murder.

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

State announces public library funding

Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias has announced more than $27 million in new grant funding for libraries across the state. The awards will support a wide range of improvements, including new books and materials, technology upgrades, literacy initiatives, building renovations, and enhanced security measures.

3 weeks ago in Sports

US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.