1 week ago in National

Rex Heuermann to plead guilty in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending long search for a serial killer

A Long Island architect accused in a string of long-unsolved slayings known as the Gilgo Beach killings is expected to plead guilty on Wednesday, closing a case that bedeviled investigators, agonized victims' relatives and tantalized a true-crime obsessed public for years.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to it to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip and soak in its neon lights, kitschy motels and attractions, and culinary offerings.

1 week ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Five arrested after burglary to Scheel’s, search of home; 14 guns recovered

Drugs, stolen and other guns, and thousands in case recovered.

1 week ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Man dead after Springfield motorcycle accident

The 58-year-old victim's name is being withheld pending notification of relatives.

1 week ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

UPDATE: Gregory drops F-bomb on former police chief

Buscher calls for adjournment as meeting devolves.

1 week ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Data center is a go

Sangamon County Board vote is 17-10.

1 week ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Jordan names two staff picks for the upcoming District 186 school year

Erica Filipiak named to oversee District 186's multi-tier support systems for students and Claudia Johnson will be Director of Community and Family Engagement.

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

State superintendent all-in on evidence-based funding

Panel's top Republican wishes IL would allow tax breaks for donations to private schools.

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Waymo begins testing in Chicago as bill seeks to legalize autonomous vehicles

Labor, driving unions are raising concerns over safety, job loss.

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

Illinois steps up distracted driving enforcement during April awareness month

State warns of dangers of texting, social media and other distractions behind the wheel.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local

Illinois promotes safety awareness during Hazardous Materials Awareness Month

State agencies encourage residents to learn about chemical risks and emergency preparedness.

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

Lefty Matthew Boyd becomes second Cubs starting pitcher to land on injured list

Boyd is 1-1 with a 6.75 ERA in two starts this season for Chicago. He has 17 strikeouts in 9 1/3 innings.

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

Bulls fire Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six years in a front-office shakeup

The Bulls' lone playoff appearance since all three were hired came during the 2021-22 season, when they finished sixth in the Eastern Conference at 46-36 and got knocked out by Milwaukee in the first round.

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

Bears Hall of Famer Steve McMichael had CTE, researchers say. He died in 2025 after fighting ALS

It can only be diagnosed after death.

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

White Sox place outfielder Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list with a hamstring strain

Hays got hurt during Monday night's 2-1 loss to Baltimore.

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

Sangamon County data center returns to County Board discussion Tuesday night

The Sangamon County Board tabled the proposal several weeks ago.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival

The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to perform at the Wireless Festival in July. It came after government officials condemned Ye's history of antisemitic remarks. The festival's organizers confirmed the ban and said the entire three-day festival was being canceled as a result.

2 weeks ago in Sports

The NBA’s stretch run has arrived. Here’s a look at what’s happening

A busy 10-game NBA slate awaits on Tuesday, and some clarity might come in terms of who'll end up seeded where.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Michigan muscles its way to program’s 2nd national title, beating stubborn UConn 69-63

The five fabulous transfers who make up Michigan coach Dusty May's starting lineup got down and dirty with the rest of the Wolverines — coming out with the national title trophy Monday night after muscling their way to a 69-63 victory over stingy, stubborn UConn.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunite for ‘Charlie’s Angels’ 50th anniversary

Once upon a time there were three little girls who starred as private detectives answering to a never-seen boss in a show that turned into a pop culture phenomenon called "Charlie's Angels." Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunited to mark the show's 50th anniversary at PaleyFest LA on Monday night.