News » Page 10
2 weeks ago in World
Former Honduras President Hernández freed after Trump pardon
Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández, sentenced last year to 45 years in prison for his role in helping drug traffickers move hundreds of tons of cocaine to the United States, was released from prison following a pardon from President Donald Trump, his wife announced Tuesday.
2 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Dist. 186 in early talks about building elementary school at UIS, consolidating three schools
Nothing is final, but the move would involve consolidating three elementary schools on the south side into one facility.
2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Upcoming SNAP benefit changes will raise ABAWD age, tighten work requirements
"There's a lot of figuring out what will count as meeting a work requirement," said Chris Garcia, a community health worker and navigator.
2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
The SSGA has good news and a projected future on county growth
The Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance shares good news about this year's successes and next year's future
2 weeks ago in Business, History, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Demolition of the Pillsbury Plant is still marching forward
Down goes the Pillsbury Mills plant that used to once stand in Springfield.
2 weeks ago in Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories
Meet Al — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week
The shelter says Al has been there since July 23 and "no one has even asked to meet him."
2 weeks ago in Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories
Meet Fitzy — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week
A "handsome...senior gentleman."
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Cal Foote, one of the players acquitted in Hockey Canada sexual assault case, signs in the AHL
Foote signed with the Chicago Wolves.
2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
UPDATE: Son of drug kingpin ‘El Chapo’ pleads guilty in US drug trafficking case in deal with prosecutors
Known locally as the “Chapitos,” or “little Chapos,” Joaquin Guzman Lopez and his brother, Ovidio Guzman Lopez, are accused of running a faction of the Sinaloa cartel.
2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Prairie Farms recalls fat free milk over cleaning agent concern
The milk was sold in parts of Illinois and Wisconsin, but not likely in Springfield.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Can your dog eat Christmas dinner? The holiday foods pets can and can’t have
Spot & Tango reports on safe holiday foods for dogs, warning against harmful items and how to include pets in festive celebrations responsibly.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Former Ameren owner settles with Illinois Attorney General on 10-year-old price-fixing allegations
One-time credits on Ameren power bills to be made this month.
2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
WICS Meteorologist promoted to mornings
The change comes as another meteorologist leaves the station.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Trump cuts could shrink Illinois economy by $10B: report
Cuts target Medicaid, infrastructure and all levels of education.
2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Ameren residential gas customers to see average $3.65 increase on bills in January
The ICC approved a $73 million rate increase for the utility.
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Three rescued from central Springfield apartment fire
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
NFL division races tighten after a weekend full of surprises and upsets
The race for division titles in the NFL got tighter in Week 13. The Rams, Colts and Steelers became the latest first-place teams to lose Sunday. The Eagles and Ravens lost Thursday. The Patriots play Monday night. Five of the eight divisions have two teams tied for the top spot or separated by less than a game.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
25 holiday TV offerings to watch ranging from comedies to rom-coms and cozy mysteries
Whether you prefer something naughty, like the animated movie "Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer" or nice, like classics "The Sound of Music" and "Home Alone," streamers, cable and broadcast networks offer up festive choices in December.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty
Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Super Bowl 2026: Pregame performers will include Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile and Coco Jones
The Super Bowl pregame show will open with a trio of standout performers in Northern California: Charlie Puth will hit the stage to sing the national anthem, Brandi Carlile will take on "America the Beautiful" and Coco Jones will sing "Lift Every Voice and Sing."
