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3 days ago in Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Animal Protective League sets Tree of Lights for December 13
Pay tribute and share memories to those remembered at this heartwarming ceremony.
3 days ago in Agriculture, IL State News, ZZZ App Top Stories
State claims Trump cuts aid to Illinois farmers by more than half
Despite large trade losses, Farmers that receive aid in Illinois will not get as much relief as the last Trump term.
Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage
Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes. The U.N.'s cultural agency gave foodies on Wednesday another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world's "intangible" cultural heritage.
3 days ago in World
Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners
Ukraine was expected to give its latest peace proposals to U.S. negotiators Wednesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, a day ahead of his urgent talks with leaders and officials from about 30 other countries supporting Kyiv's effort to end the war with Russia on acceptable terms.
3 days ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Taylorville man pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges
According to Taylorville PD, they waited to release information due to the "fluid nature of the investigation."
3 days ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Illinois unemployment rates virtually unchanged
A recent report shows Illinois unemployment rates have begun to stabilize.
3 days ago in Holiday Guide, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Officials: Candles, cooking among top reasons for holiday fires
Candles can cause fires, and cause them to spread quickly.
3 days ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, Sports
Scheels Sports Complex hosting free event
If you’ve been wanting a sneak peek of the dome, this is the weekend!
3 days ago in Business, Education, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local
United Way of Central Illinois addressing key issues
These priorities reflect what residents want most: programs that create lasting change!
3 days ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
City anticipates new digs for water, traffic / streets
Aldermen will vote on large-scale developments along Clear Lake Avenue in a week.
3 days ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Teen pleads guilty to murder as other teen is set for court date
The second suspect in the case will be in court Thursday.
3 days ago in National
Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years
Democrat Eileen Higgins won the Miami mayor's race on Tuesday, defeating a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump to end her party's nearly three-decade losing streak and give Democrats a boost in one of the last electoral battles ahead of the 2026 midterms.
3 days ago in National
Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest
The first of a series of powerful storms dumped heavy rain and swelled rivers in the Pacific Northwest on Tuesday, closing roads and prompting high water rescues.
3 days ago in Sports
A’ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVP
A'ja Wilson stood atop the WNBA again in 2025, winning an unprecedented fourth MVP as her Las Vegas Aces earned a third championship in four seasons. For that, she earned The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year on Wednesday for the first time in her career.
3 days ago in World
Machado’s daughter accepts Nobel Peace Prize in Venezuelan opposition leader’s absence
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's daughter accepted the Nobel Peace Prize in Norway on her mother's behalf Wednesday, and said in a speech written by Machado that Venezuela shows the world "we must be willing to fight for freedom."
3 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour will co-chair next Met Gala
The new Met Gala co-chairs have been announced, and it's a high-powered quartet: Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman will join Vogue's Anna Wintour in hosting the star-packed event next May.
3 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Massey Commission to County Board: Do you have courage to enact recommendations?
A conversation on the final report is scheduled for Wednesday night.
4 days ago in Entertainment
In ‘The Chronology of Water,’ Imogen Poots found a great role, and a best friend in Kristen Stewart
After 20 years of acting in movies, television and on the stage, Imogen Poots is having a clarifying moment.
4 days ago in Sports
Mike Trout remains in the mix for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, but questions linger
Mike Trout, the cornerstone of Team USA's 2023 World Baseball Classic run, is still under consideration as the roster for the 2026 tournament takes shape.
4 days ago in Crime, IL State News, ZZZ App Top Stories
Man charged with distributing child sexual abuse material
A 28-year-old man from Virden, IL has now been charged. His next court appearance is December 16
