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3 weeks ago
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.
3 weeks ago
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
Illinois junk fees ban arrives on Pritzker’s desk
Sponsors said junk fees cost an average family of four $3,200 annually.
3 weeks ago
How long does it take to buy a house in Springfield, Illinois in 2026?
Redfin Real Estate compiled data on how long it takes to buy a house in 2026 in Springfield, IL.
3 weeks ago
$75 caviar-topped tots. A day’s pay worth of beer. Here’s the World Cup menu — and prices
World Cup tickets are expensive. Flights to North America are expensive. Hotel rooms in many places are expensive. Then there's the price of beer.
3 weeks ago
Lucky Horseshoes welcome legends and pro baseball women
Legends Game 5 took place this past Saturday Night! Live from Robin Roberts Stadium. Stars of tomorrow got to meet the stars of yesterday right on the ball field. Former Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinal players took the field with Lucky Horseshoe players and the newly announced Women's Pro Baseball League.
3 weeks ago
Step right up to the newest exhibit at the ALPLM
While Petersburg is tied to Abraham Lincoln history, it's also tied to circus history.
3 weeks ago
Best draft picks in Chicago Bulls history
Stacker compiled a list of the best draft picks in Chicago Bulls history
4 weeks ago
Memorial therapist says simple steps help people stay active
Garrisson said setting realistic goals is key for people trying to become more active
4 weeks ago
Downtown Springfield becomes the starting line for the 2,300-mile long Great Race
The busy weekend kicked off with a downtown drone show celebrating Juneteenth and the arrival of the Great Race. Dahl called the event a success and credited cooperation among city, state and federal partners.
4 weeks ago
Sweet corn, stone fruit and strong opinions: What Instacart orders reveal about Illinois’ summer produce season
Instacart reports on how summer produce preferences in Illinois compare with the rest of the country.
4 weeks ago
Bus Stop is latest attempt for a downtown bar
The building at Fifth and Monroe was most recently Whiskey Jack's.
4 weeks ago
In the Shawnee: Alpha-gal syndrome poses threat to southern Illinoisans as tick population surges
The condition can trigger, among other things, severe allergic reactions to eating red meat.
4 weeks ago
A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week
"It feels like you're stepping back into his world," Ward said of the grounds in Hyde Park, New York, that once were home to the Roosevelt family.
4 weeks ago
New entertainment facility set to open in Springfield in July
Legends Entertainment is located south of Scheels Sports Park and two hotels.
4 weeks ago
Circus Days in Petersburg this Friday and Saturday
Did you know Petersburg has a history connected to the circus?
4 weeks ago
Why eat junk on a camping trip? Tips and recipes for nutritious food on the trail
Few things feel better than a long hike in the woods, exhausting yourself as you soak in the fresh air and tranquility. Then, back to camp, where you chip away at those health benefits with packaged hot dogs slapped into a white-bread bun with a slice of plasticky processed cheese food.
4 weeks ago
Are you and your pets prepared for the severe weather?
More severe weather is possible Wednesday.
4 weeks ago
It’s time to get ‘All Shook Up’
It's time to get "All Shook Up" Out at The Muni this weekend! Stars of the show, Actor Madi Sweeney and Dancer Bri'ara McKinney stopped by the WTAX Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming performance!
1 month ago
The world wants more high-protein products, but there’s not enough whey to go around
Athletes and older adults have long used smoothies and shakes blended with whey protein concentrate – a powdered byproduct of cheese-making – to build or maintain muscle. More recently, food companies have sprinkled it into everything from breakfast cereals, Pop-Tarts and potato chips to bagels, tortillas and Starbucks drinks to meet growing consumer demand.
