4 weeks ago in World

Trump warns a ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ if a deal with Iran isn’t reached

Airstrikes hit two bridges and a train station in Iran on Tuesday, and Iranian officials urged young people to form human chains to protect power plants, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that a "whole civilization will die tonight" if Tehran does not meet his latest deadline for the Islamic Republic to agree to a deal that includes reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

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You still have time to avoid tax filing mistakes

"Once you've prepared your return, don't instantly send it. Save it, wait a day, and then look and compare your numbers! I bet you will find errors and mistakes."

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Federal money to help Lincoln Land Community College’s veteran-served trucking program

$77,000 will help veterans pay for their educations in trucking.

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Durbin: If Trump can vote by mail, you should be allowed to, too

Durbin says, the "Save America Act's" attempt to make voting harder, is unnecessary.

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IL Ag Director Jerry Costello hopes Congress passes yearlong E15 bill

"Whatever is transported, from food to clothes across the gamut, all the prices go up when fuel prices go up," Costello said.

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Local schools preparing students for new student loan changes

The Institute of Student Loan Advisors (TISLA) is a nonprofit that provides free assistance for people with questions about paying for college.

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Comedian Bert Kreischer to perform at UIS

According to a news release, it's all part of his newly scheduled dates for the ongoing "Permission to Party" World Tour.

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Woman found dead inside Stonington home

Peters said he cannot release at this time whether any foul play is suspected in Recker's death. 

4 weeks ago in Trending, World

Artemis II kicks off trip around the moon after surpassing Apollo 13’s distance record

With the moon now filling their windows, the Artemis II astronauts kicked off their lunar flyby Monday, taking in magnificent views of the far side never before witnessed while setting a new distance record for humanity.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Mets to retire Carlos Beltrán’s No. 15 in ceremony before he enters team’s hall of fame on Sept. 19

The New York Mets will retire Carlos Beltrán's No. 15 and he will enter the team's hall of fame before their home game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sept. 19.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Man cleared in the killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay could soon be freed

A man who was convicted and then cleared of killing rap star Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC could be freed within days after a judge granted him $ 1 million bond on Monday.

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

City Council concerned about Turner’s downtown legislation

Williams says he's going to craft a resolution saying that the city should be the primary authority, not any sort of county entity.

4 weeks ago in Business, History, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Downtown historic buildings changing hands, or ready to

"If anybody has a great idea and wants to put their money where their mouth is, as far as getting some new projects going, there's no shortage of opportunities downtown right now."

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Trivia night Saturday benefits ALPLM

Proceeds benefit "Team Lincoln."

4 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois pursues abortion coverage for people with little or no insurance

The measure takes advantage of ACA abortion coverage.

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7 years after legalization, final cannabis licensing lawsuit goes to court

Company with perfect application score argues for new license lottery.

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Cubs’ Cade Horton placed on 15-day IL, set for tests after leaving 2nd start with forearm discomfort

The Cubs placed Horton on the 15-day injured list with a strained forearm on Sunday , two days after he felt discomfort throwing a pitch. 

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White Sox place outfield Everson Pereira on injured list, recall infielder Tanner Murray

Pereira got hurt Wednesday at Miami.

1 month ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028

The 6-foot-3 Reese averaged 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds in her two seasons with Chicago, earning All-Star honors each year while finishing as the runner-up for rookie of the year in 2024.

1 month ago in Entertainment

It’s-a-hit: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ box office blasts off with $372.5 million globally

Mixed reviews didn't dissuade mass audiences from buying tickets to the "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," which scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood movie.