Lifestyle
5 days ago in Lifestyle
There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home
The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January
Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo
Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows
Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
22 essential questions to ask when buying a house
Ally Financial reports 22 essential questions to ask when buying a house, covering budget, property condition, neighborhood, and offer details for informed decisions.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Budgeting for kids’ sports and back-to-school activities
CreditFresh reports on budgeting for kids' sports and back-to-school activities, emphasizing planning for total costs to avoid surprises and manage expenses efficiently.
Entertainment
3 days ago in Entertainment
Robert Pattinson brings ‘To Catch a Predator’ to life in new film ‘Primetime’
When Robert Pattinson first got the script for "Primetime," a dramatization of NBC Dateline's "To Catch a Predator" and the controversial sting operation that would lead to its cancellation, he was amazed it hadn't been made into a movie already.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
How Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ became the longest-running No. 1 hit of all time
Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas," a simmering, midtempo, country-and-then-some heartbreak song released last October, is indisputably 2026's biggest hit.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says
Hayden Panettiere had been released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, just weeks before her overdose death from a mixture of illicit and prescription drugs, according to a coroner's report obtained by The Associated Press.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, dies at 27, family representative says
Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on Sunday at age 27, a family representative said. Gerber died at a rehab facility, according to online records of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Jon Stewart explains his ongoing philanthropic support of first responders
Jon Stewart says he never really decided to focus his charity efforts on first responders and their families. It just happened. The award-winning host of "The Daily Show" said he wanted to feel useful and support people who dedicated their lives to helping others.
Local News from Capitol City Now
46 minutes ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local
‘Out of the Darkness Walk’ raises more than $35K for suicide prevention efforts
"You matter to me."
2 hours ago in Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Bertoletti wins first-ever Cozy Dog eating contest at 66 fest
Chicagoan Pat Bertolettti wins first competition with 51 dogs down.
2 hours ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Best colleges in Illinois
Stacker compiled a list of the colleges in Illinois using data from Niche.
1 day ago in Education, Entertainment, Fall Guide, History, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
October events in Springfield include history lessons, Route 66 conference
Living history, and a Route 66 conference, are among the activities for the public in Springfield in October.
Man gets 20 years in prison for Pawnee sexual assault of minor
The assault happened in Pawnee April, 2024.
1 day ago in History, IL State News, Local, National
Famed radio and TV priest Fulton Sheen is beatified in St. Louis, putting him a step from sainthood
The indoor stadium was chosen because there wasn’t a venue large enough in his home Diocese of Peoria, Illinois, to accommodate the anticipated crowd.
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Trending
3 days ago in Sports, Trending
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says
Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.
New book by Princess Diana’s brother prompts war of words with King Charles III
A book published Tuesday by the brother of the late Princess Diana has made headlines around the world with its damning allegations about Diana's ex-husband, now King Charles III, and reopened decades-old wounds within Britain's royal family.