Music
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
6 days ago in Education, Entertainment, Fall Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music
LLCC Choir and Band to perform fall concerts
Performances throughout October, November, and December.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Holiday Guide, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Music
Dolly Parton-created Christmas performance comes to UIS
Dolly Parton wrote music and lyrics for "Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol."
7 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Food Scene, IL State News, Illinois State Fair Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Illinois state fairs attracted over 1 million visitors for second year in a row
The fairs were among the most affordable in the Midwest this year, according to Pritzker’s office.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Quavo talks new album, fatherhood, viral ‘Hotel Lobby’ and working on Migos project with Offset
The Grammy-nominated rapper is moving forward with fatherhood, healing and a sense of purpose. Now a father to...
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Buddy Guy celebrated at Radio City Music Hall with a sold-out ‘Buddy’s Got the Blues’ show
Two months past his 90th birthday, Buddy Guy is still up for a little bragging, a lot of cursing and a long night of partying.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Music
Lionel Richie is taking a break from performing following a heart procedure
Richie was scheduled to perform with Earth, Wind & Fire Saturday in San Francisco, Sept. 30 in Chicago and Oct. 3 in Columbus, Ohio.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
How Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ became the longest-running No. 1 hit of all time
Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas," a simmering, midtempo, country-and-then-some heartbreak song released last October, is indisputably 2026's biggest hit.
Lifestyle
3 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Get your brick on: LEGO convention hits state fairgrounds
The Brick Convention runs Oct. 10-11.
4 days ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, Sports
Report: Illinois tax revenue from gambling increased 19% last year
Sports betting, video gambling continue to drive increase.
4 days ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide
Still more to learn about the Mother Road
The Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference is in Springfield.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Caregivers need to take care of themselves, too
Nearly one in four adults in the United States, or 63 million people, provided care to adults or children with medical conditions or disabilities in 2025, a total that jumped by almost 50% in 10 years, according to a report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP.
5 days ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Illinois ranks among the best for access to mental healthcare. Here’s how to find help
LifeStance Health reports on mental healthcare access in Illinois.
5 days ago in Education, Fall Guide, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
UIS Sangamon Experience to host ‘Story Harvest’ event
The event will feature workshops exploring how oral histories can preserve memories, uncover overlooked stories and strengthen connections to the past.
6 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week
Meet River — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week
Living at the shelter since July, and ready for a forever home!
6 days ago in Education, Entertainment, Fall Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Music
LLCC Choir and Band to perform fall concerts
Performances throughout October, November, and December.
Features
3 weeks ago in Features
Fat Bear Week opens for Alaska’s heavyweight crown. Can Chunk, the 1,200-pound champ, win again?
After a summer spent packing away sockeye salmon, Alaska's heftiest brown bears are ready to throw their weight around. Online voting began Tuesday for Fat Bear Week, the annual contest that pits the rotund residents of Katmai National Park and Preserve against each other for the title of most oversized ursine.
Entertainment News
9 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
FBI issues actor Selma Blair a summons accusing her of assaults aboard a plane, AP source says
The FBI has issued Blair a summons accusing her of assaults that occurred aboard a plane, according to a federal law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity.
8 hours ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Local
Stand-up comedy fundraiser this weekend helps support agency working with domestic violence victims
A stand-up comedy show will help the local domestic violence shelter and services they provide.
3 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local
Get your brick on: LEGO convention hits state fairgrounds
The Brick Convention runs Oct. 10-11.
3 days ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Local
Mobile comedy venue ‘Rolling Laughs’ rolls to success in first season
One more pop-up show this season, but plenty more appearances for Cassandra Simpson.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
Local News from Capitol City Now
8 hours ago in Entertainment, IL State News, Local
Stand-up comedy fundraiser this weekend helps support agency working with domestic violence victims
A stand-up comedy show will help the local domestic violence shelter and services they provide.
9 hours ago in Business, Education, IL State News, Local
Illinois College receives federal grant that could help students, graduates, area employers
The money will help students with career-readiness, among other related programs.
12 hours ago in Agriculture, Farm, Food Scene, IL State News, Local
Grant program could bring fresh food options to Downtown Springfield
Awards available for independent grocers, food co-ops and corner stores.
16 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local
Illinois refinery helping United lower emissions with sustainable aviation fuel
Phillips 66 Wood River Refinery celebrated by Pritzker, company leaders.
18 hours ago in Local
Springfield Ward 8 Alderwoman Conley decides against another term
"...I have had some heavy situations in my personal life...."
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