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Dream -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

2 weeks ago in Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet ‘Dream’ – Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Dream is back at the shelter, and doesn't want to be there.

Rebecca Birenbaum, new CEO of Springfield Clinic

2 weeks ago in Business, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

New CEO of Springfield Clinic named

Birenbaum becomes the eighth CEO in the Clinic’s 86-year history starting March 16.

Carolyn Oldenburg, Foundation Director of Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach

2 weeks ago in Business, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach names foundation director

As Foundation Director, Oldenburg will lead the strategy and implementation of all fundraising efforts for Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach.

A flock of birds flies past the dome of the Illinois Capitol in Springfield on Oct. 30, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois lawmakers’ 2026 theme: affordability

Democrats seeking to capitalize on Trump-driven chaos during election year session.

High school students

2 weeks ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Retail scholarship challenge launched by Illinois Retail Merchants Association

The competition is the first of its kind in the state, and open to all Illinois high school seniors with a passion for innovation, problem-solving, and making an impact.

2 weeks ago in History, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinoisans invited to celebrate nation’s 250th birthday through service

Volunteers can log hours with Serve Illinois and receive a commemorative certificate throughout 2026.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Caleb Williams and the Bears see bigger things in store after making strides under Ben Johnson

“To bring life, to bring joy, to bring excitement, to being a Chicago Bears fan, to be able to cheer for us,” Williams said Monday.

Jonathan Toews (L) and Patrick Kane (R) of the Chicago Blackhawks, attend the launch event for EA Sports' NHL 11 at the Reebok store on September 8, 2010 in New York City.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Jonathan Toews gets standing ovation in return to Chicago with the Winnipeg Jets

Toews waved and patted his heart as he was showered with cheers and chants of “Jonny! Jonny!” during a timeout in the first period. It was his first game at the United Center since he signed with the Jets on July 1.

2 weeks ago in National

The US political climate spurs efforts to reclaim the MLK holiday

As communities across the country on Monday hosted parades, panels and service projects for the 40th federal observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the political climate for some is more fraught with tensions than festive with reflection on the slain Black American civil rights icon's legacy.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Catcher J.T. Realmuto and Philadelphia Phillies finalize $45 million, 3-year contract

Catcher J.T. Realmuto and the Philadelphia Phillies finalized their $45 million, three-year contract on Tuesday. Realmuto gets salaries of $15 million in each of the next three seasons and can earn a maximum $5 million annually in award bonuses.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Sinner’s bid for Australian Open three-peat begins with anticlimactic win

Two sets and just over an hour of tennis wasn't what Jannik Sinner wanted at Rod Laver Arena for the start of his bid for an Australian Open three-peat.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Channing Tatum to bring his dancing, ab-heavy ‘Magic Mike Live’ to New York City

Channing Tatum is bringing the stage spin-off of his wildly successful "Magic Mike" film franchise to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on a show that already generates plenty of heat.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Indiana completes undefeated season and wins first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in CFP final

Fernando Mendoza lowered his pads into a defender, spun in a full circle, used his hand to keep his balance, then launched himself horizontally and reached the ball over the goal line — an Indiana touchdown and a ready-made poster pic for a title run straight from the movies.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Valentino, designer whose gowns made royals and movie stars feel beautiful, dies at 93

Valentino Garavani, the jet-set Italian designer whose high-glamour gowns — often in his trademark shade of "Valentino red" — were fashion show staples for nearly half a century, died Monday. He was 93.

Ted Dabrowski pitches his candidacy for governor as his primary opponents – video gambling mogul Rick Heidner, former state Sen. Darren Bailey and DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick – listen during a forum sponsored by the Tazewell County Republican Party on Jan. 15, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Brenden Moore)

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Four for the GOP guv ballot

Bailey: Low turnout hurt me in 2022.

2 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

No vote yet on District 186 superintendent selection

A school board member discusses the hiring process for superintendent.

Earthquake

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

UPDATE: Earthquake reported southeast of Springfield early Tuesday

Magnitude 3.8 centered near Pana and Taylorville.

Recent Headlines

22 minutes ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

‘Rookie of the Year’ star to be at Lucky Horseshoes’ ‘Legends Classic’

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Thomas Ian Nicholas attends the Primitive War film premiere in 2025.

Thomas Ian Nicholas will both pitch and perform in his band.

3 hours ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending

Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan Cortina Games

The start of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy is days away. The torch relay is nearly complete and some of the top athletes are already making headlines. There are 16 sports in all, including some never seen before, and 116 gold medals are waiting to be awarded.

3 hours ago in Entertainment

Penny the Doberman pinscher wins the 150th Westminster dog show

A Doberman pinscher named Penny won best in show Tuesday night at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, netting U.S. show dogs' most coveted prize — and giving veteran handler Andy Linton another win after nearly four decades.

4 hours ago in Entertainment

Super Bowl LX ads feature AI, weight-loss drugs and celebs from George Clooney to Kendall Jenner

As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, the battle off the field for advertisers to win over 120 million-plus viewers will be just as heated as the rivalry between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.

20 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine’s diners

It's a tale as old as time, or at least as old as TikTok: chicken nuggets lovingly topped with a dab of caviar. McDonald's is embracing the trend this Valentine's Day with a limited-time McNugget Caviar kit. The free kit, which will be available on McNuggetCaviar.com on Feb. 10, pairs a one-ounce tin of Paramount's Siberian sturgeon caviar with a $25 McDonald's gift card to buy McNuggets.