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2 weeks ago in History, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
AP Was There: A profile of Jesse Jackson as he prepared his 1984 campaign for the presidency
The Rev. Jesse Jackson was profiled by The Associated Press when he was a 41-year-old civil rights activist preparing his historic 1984 campaign for the presidency.
2 weeks ago in History, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Here are the tributes to the Rev. Jesse Jackson from leaders and activists
Eulogies are pouring in after the death of the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, who led the U.S. Civil Rights Movement for decades.
2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Durbin speaks on Jesse Jackson, childcare funding, and government shutdown in Springfield appearance
Durbin: Feds make claims about funding fraud without any proof.
2 weeks ago in Trending, World
Lunar New Year prayers, robots and festivities usher in the Year of the Horse
Traditional prayers, fireworks and fairs marked the Lunar New Year on Tuesday — alongside 21st-century humanoid robots. The activities ushered in the Year of the Horse, one of 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac, succeeding the Year of the Snake.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too
Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.
2 weeks ago in National
Shooting at Rhode Island youth hockey game leaves 3 dead, including shooter, and 3 more wounded
A shooting during a Rhode Island youth hockey game left three people dead, including the shooter, and three more hospitalized Monday night in critical condition, authorities said.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Dolphins releasing star receiver Tyreek Hill in major roster cuts
The Dolphins released star receiver Tyreek Hill on Monday, ending the All-Pro's four-year tenure in Miami. Hill, who turns 32 on March 1, is recovering from a season-ending injury suffered in a game against the New York Jets on Sept. 29 that required surgery to repair significant damage to his left knee, including a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
2 weeks ago in World
Russian and Ukrainian officials meet in Geneva for US-brokered talks after almost 4 years of war
Delegations from Moscow and Kyiv met in Geneva on Tuesday for another round of U.S.-brokered peace talks, a week before the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of its neighbor.
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84
The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and two-time presidential candidate who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after the revered leader's assassination, died Tuesday. He was 84.
2 weeks ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Ortega no longer DSI executive director
DSI said the departure was a mutual decision.
2 weeks ago in Automotive Repair Expert, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Common car noises and what they might be indicating
Figuring out the issue can prevent further damage.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Pritzker to present 8th budget as Illinois faces federal funding uncertainty
Democrats seeking new taxes while Republicans call for limiting spending.
2 weeks ago in Business, Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Springfield business broken into, cash register stolen
While the thief only took the cash register, Johnson said it was an emotional experience for her and her daughter.
2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84
Jackson was with King on April 4, 1968, when the civil rights leader was slain at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories
Meet Galinda — Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
A very sweet girl who, unfortunately, is staying at the shelter for the second time.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories
Meet Ashley — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
Ashley is a tortie beauty!
2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Insurance business to start grant program
Cheri Plummer's CLP Insurance Solutions will take a portion of whatever profits she makes this year and put them toward a grant program payable in 2027.
2 weeks ago in World
Let the revelry begin: Rio mayor hands city’s key to King Momo as Carnival kicks off
The mayor of Rio de Janeiro gave King Momo the key to the Brazilian city on Friday, ushering in the symbolic Carnival monarch's five-day reign over the festivities.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Powered by women, ‘Wuthering Heights’ digs up $34.8 million at the box office for a No. 1 debut
Emerald Fennell's bold reimagining of "Wuthering Heights" brought crowds of women to movie theaters this weekend.
2 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports
Bold new US trio eyes Olympic figure skating gold while serving as role models for a new generation
The trio of U.S. women targeting Olympic figure skating gold Tuesday night are not the dainty ice princesses of yesteryear.
