1 week ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Aidan Chiles throws for 3 TD, runs in 2 more, and No. 24 Northwestern beats Rutgers 42-14

Explosive starts are becoming a trademark for the Wildcats, who cashed in on their first three possessions.

1 week ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Key Crowell’s pick-6 sparks Illinois State to 17-10 win over Indiana State

Crowell snagged Brady Allen's pass and raced 46 yards down the right side for a 17-7 halftime lead.

1 week ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Alejado, Rice help Hawaii go the distance in 56-21 victory over Northern Illinois

The Rainbow Warriors (2-6, 1-4 Mountain West) traveled 4,255 miles from Honolulu to Dekalb, marking the farthest any FBS team has ever traveled for a conference game within the United States.

1 week ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Aidan Laughery, Collin Dixon score TDs as Illinois beats Oregon 21-10

It was the Ducks’ first road loss in Big Ten play since they joined the conference in 2024.

1 week ago in Fall Guide, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Memorial Health dietitian highlights importance of blood sugar management

Zeff encourages people to schedule regular medical appointments and get their blood sugar tested, particularly those with a family history of diabetes.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Rent’ musical celebrates its 30th Broadway anniversary with a starry show: ‘No day but today’

Jordan Fisher was in middle school when he first heard it. He was at his first cast party, gathering with fellow performers around his drama teacher's piano after some community theater.

2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local

Illinois regulators move to bring video gambling under self-exclusion program

The state’s extensive network of video gambling terminals is one of the largest gaps in the program.

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

Proposed closing of 4 low-level prison facilities draws sharp rebuke in Du Quoin

Questions surround plan to close Du Quoin Impact Program, three other facilities.

2 weeks ago in Business, IL State News, Local, National

Bill aims to study how self-driving vehicles can be integrated into Illinois transit

The pilot program would help determine the future of autonomous vehicles in Illinois, including in Sangamon County.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Michigan State’s Fears, Florida’s Haugh headline Associated Press preseason All-America team

Fears received 57 votes from a 58-person media panel on the team released Wednesday and Haugh earned 56. Vanderbilt guard Tyler Tanner (43 votes), Illinois forward David Mirkovic (24) and Arizona big man Motiejus Krivas (17) rounded out the team.

2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local

State higher ed numbers up slightly

Pritzker says Trump administration is intentionally trying to destabilize colleges.

2 weeks ago in IL State News, National, Sports

Caleb Williams throws 2 TD passes as the Bears beat Drake Maye and the Patriots 30-24

Williams passed for 308 yards and two touchdowns, and the Bears cooled off Drake Maye and the New England Patriots with a 30-24 victory Thursday night.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, IL State News, National

Chicago Is Getting A Life-Size Siskel And Ebert Sculpture Giving ‘Two Thumbs Up’

Pam Kasper, who has been working on a Siskel and Ebert documentary with director Michael Bonfiglio for the past two years, wanted to come up with a way to honor the two famed film critics in Chicago.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less

Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Thunder star and NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s record 20-point streak ends at 141 games

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander decided it was time for his record streak of 20-point games to end. The Oklahoma City star's run of 141 consecutive regular season contests with at least 20 points ended Thursday night when he subbed himself out toward the end of a game against the Denver Nuggets.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Why big music stars like Harry Styles and Celine Dion are embracing residencies

For Harry Styles' dedicated audience, it is the can't-miss event of the year: Tens of thousands have descended on New York City's Madison Square Garden each night of his 30-date residency, rushing to catch the show before it concludes Halloween weekend.

2 weeks ago in World

Vance could be a major Category 3 hurricane Friday as it nears Mexico

Vance became a hurricane Friday and the National Hurricane Center said it would strengthen rapidly as it nears Mexico's Pacific Coast.

2 weeks ago in Crime, IL State News, Local

Bailey says he will keep Logan Correctional Center open if elected governor

Pritzker administration plans to build a new women’s prison in the Chicago suburbs.

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, National

Sangamon Co Mental Health Board is off and … walking

Chairman: "We need to understand the journey (Sonya Massey) went through before she got to the point of the confrontation with her murderer."

2 weeks ago in Education, Local

New name honors District 186’s Mike Zimmers

The alternative education program is for middle- and high-school students who have been expelled or who are assigned there via IEP.