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3 days ago
Caleb Williams rallies Bears from 18 points down for 31-27 playoff win over rival Packers
The NFC North champion Bears (12-6) extended their resurgent first season under coach Ben Johnson with their seventh fourth-quarter comeback victory.
3 days ago
All-Star 3B Alex Bregman agrees to a $175 million, 5-year contract with the Cubs, AP sources say
The contract includes a no-trade provision allowing Bregman to block deals without his consent.
3 days ago
Ex-husband charged in murders of Ohio couple; arrested in Illinois
Michael McKee, 39, was booked Saturday and is currently being held in Illinois, according to the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office.
3 days ago
Oversight panel OKs rule on digitized prison mail in Illinois with new changes
The rule now makes exceptions for certain photos, privileged mail and used books.
3 days ago
Illinois, 4 other states targeted for $10B child care funding freeze win restraining order
The lawsuit comes days after the administration announced the funding freeze.
4 days ago
Expert: The pathway to a healthier you begins in the mind
Mental Health Specialist, Cheri Harrison, explains how to build and maintain healthy habits, starting with your mind state.
5 days ago
HSHS reports the top baby names of 2025 in its Central Illinois facilities
Oliver and Charlotte were the top baby names for 2025 at HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield.
6 days ago
Judge hesitant to grant dismissal of lawsuit over immigration agents’ use-of-force tactics in Chicago
Citing Wednesday’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis by an ICE agent, judge punts decision.
6 days ago
Packers and Bears to meet for a rare playoff game in NFL’s longest rivalry
The Packers are the fourth team in NFL history to head into the playoffs on a losing streak of at least four games.
6 days ago
5 states sue Trump administration for withholding billions in social safety net funds
The states — California, Colorado, Minnesota, Illinois and New York — called the move an unconstitutional abuse of power.
6 days ago
Heat-Bulls game at the United Center postponed due to condensation on the court
Despite efforts by the United Center staff — including shuffling across the floor with thick towels on their feet — “we just couldn’t guarantee a safe on-court experience,” Wright said.
6 days ago
Crane manufacturer coming to Springfield
REEL USA will employ up to 100 people at its first U.S. manufacturing facility.
6 days ago
Poor communities threatened by aging sewers see crucial aid slashed under Trump
Hundreds of millions in grants and loans promised by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and former President Joe Biden's administration to address racial and economic disparities have been canceled or targeted for elimination under President Donald Trump.
6 days ago
Takeaways from AP reporting on Trump administration cuts affecting US water systems
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and former President Joe Biden's administration promised hundreds of millions of dollars to address the problem, but much of that has been undone in President Donald Trump's return to office.
6 days ago
What to know about restrictions on state use of money for child care and other social services
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said Tuesday that it has frozen money for California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota and New York in the Child Care and Development Fund.
6 days ago
Flu cases keep surging in IL with peak still ahead
Jennings also said we haven't reached the peak of flu season yet.
6 days ago
After fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis, Illinois Democrats seek Kristi Noem’s impeachment
Kelly’s impeachment push is likely symbolic at this point due to Democrats’ minority status in the U.S. House.
6 days ago
UPDATE: One dead, one injured, after Springfield east side shooting
Police are still investigating.
6 days ago
Pritzker signs major energy reform bill amid projected shortages
Environmental, labor and consumer rights activists celebrate passage.
