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The Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

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

Junk fees, child torture, tipped wage proposals among bills to clear committee

More than 150 measures have moved thus far as House deadline approaches.

April 18, 2023 - Oakland, California: Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner during a game against the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland Coliseum.

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

Second baseman Nico Hoerner agrees to 6-year deal with Cubs, AP source says

Hoerner was a key performer last year as Chicago won 92 games and reached the playoffs for the first time since 2020.

Copies of the Illinois Times are on display at the Capitol Media Group studios.

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

Local for-profit newspapers become not-for-profits next week

A number of print publications across the country are becoming not-for-profit entities.

3 weeks ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use

In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.

3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea

Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn't particularly receptive to the idea.

3 weeks ago in National, Trending

Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

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

New leader for Downtown Springfield, Inc.

Jay Shanle has been interim executive director since February.

A farmer applies fertilizer to his field.

3 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, Food Scene, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Rising fertilizer costs could negatively effect local famers

If prices continue to rise, this could cause a problem in next year's growing season.

Lincoln Greens Golf Course

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Man dead after ‘tragic accident’ at Springfield golf course

"It was a shocking piece of news -- terrible and shocking," said Chief Patrick Murphy.

3 weeks ago in Education, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

High Schoolers help elementary students ‘RYse’ with YMCA

Elementary students learned the "High School Life" from SHG Seniors.

House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch presents his bill to limit where federal immigration centers can be placed in Illinois to a House committee on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)

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

Illinois House committee advances bill banning immigration detention centers near homes, schools

The bill comes months after Broadview facility became focal point of Midway Blitz.

Gov. JB Pritzker takes questions from reporters during Agriculture Day at the Illinois Capitol on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)

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

Lawmakers advance Pritzker’s cell phone ban, social media regulations

Bill expanding 4-year degrees at community colleges progresses after facing opposition last year.

Springfield is close to being in an "enhanced" risk area for severe weather.

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

NWS: Severe weather possible Thursday afternoon, followed by much colder temperatures

Severe weather followed by a 30-50 degree drop in temperatures by Friday morning.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Lewis Hamilton makes it clear he’s back in the F1 chase: ‘I’ve not lost what I had’

Lewis Hamilton is F1's most decorated driver. He's won the most races (105), claimed the most poles (104) and has been on the podium 207 times. And the British driver is tied at seven with Michael Schumacher for world championships.

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Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham are eligible for NBA awards after successful appeals of 65-game rule

The Los Angeles Lakers ' Luka Dončić and Detroit Pistons ' Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum, the league and the National Basketball Players Association said Thursday.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case

Tiger Woods ' attorney intends to fight an attempt by prosecutors to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence.