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17 hours ago in Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories
Meet Rudy — APL Dog of the Week
Also known to some as "Cowboy"!
21 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Family of Sonya Massey speaks out as Week 1 of the Sean Grayson Murder Trial ends
“The love we have for each other is what gets us through."
1 day ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Expert in Sean Grayson trial: Helpful, or a ‘self-licking ice cream cone’?
Another expert witness spent all day on the witness stand. And, rally-goers are met with a popular Lee Greenwood song.
1 day ago in Crime, Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
UPDATE: Eight detained, three arrested after SWAT standoff in U of I’s Campustown area
Police say incident began as sexual assault investigation at vacant home scheduled for demolition; area now secure, investigation ongoing.
1 day ago in Business, Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
New clinic brings specialized eating disorder treatment to central Illinois
Champaign native and therapist opens region’s only eating disorder-focused center outside Chicago.
1 day ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Natural gas rate increases likely for Ameren, Nicor customers next year
Proposed regulatory decision cuts companies’ requests, but still recommends increasing bills.
1 day ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
UPDATE: 4 family members of Illinois governor candidate killed in Montana helicopter crash, campaign says
The couple's third child was not on the helicopter.
1 day ago in Sports
Terry Rozier’s arrest leaves the Miami Heat stunned, and trying to figure out what happens next
The reality began setting in for the Miami Heat on Friday when they gathered for a morning shootaround practice and Terry Rozier wasn't with the team. And that almost certainly won't change anytime soon.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
Miguel’s ‘CAOS,’ fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade
If you wondered why Miguel didn't release a studio album for nearly a decade, his response is simple: life.
2 days ago in Business, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
2026 will be a big year for tourism
Route 66 centennial and opening of Scheels Sports Park are the highlights.
2 days ago in Sports
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami complete new contract. He’ll remain with the club at least into 2026
Lionel Messi has finally agreed to a new contract with Inter Miami, a deal that required several months to complete and ensures that the sport's biggest icon will be with the Major League Soccer club for its planned move into a new stadium next year.
2 days ago in National
States worry about how to fill the gap in food aid ahead of a federal benefits halt
Officials in Louisiana, Vermont and Virginia pledged Thursday to keep food aid flowing to recipients in their states, even if the federal program is stalled next month because of the government shutdown.
2 days ago in National
Trump says he’s ending trade talks with Canada over TV ads
President Donald Trump announced he's ending "all trade negotiations" with Canada because of a television ad opposing U.S. tariffs that he said misstated the facts and called "egregious behavior" aimed at influencing U.S. court decisions.
2 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Sean Grayson Trial: Day 5 Blog
Check back through the day for live, real-time trial coverage.
2 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
With Supreme Court decision still pending, judge extends block on Guard in Chicago indefinitely
U.S. District Judge April Perry on Wednesday blocked the deployment of Guard troops to the Chicago area until the case has been decided either in her court or the U.S. Supreme Court intervenes.
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Trump gives disaster declarations to Alaska and others but denies Illinois, Vermont and Maryland
Approvals fell mostly along party lines.
2 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Standoff ends safely in U of I’s Campustown area
A home was surrounded in the area. It's not yet clear why.
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Illinois hosts conference on combatting hate and protecting human rights
State leaders and experts gather in Champaign to build a roadmap for countering hate, promoting inclusivity, and strengthening democracy.
2 days ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
$3 million prize won in Mega Millions drawing
“Just last month, we sold a $10,000 winning scratch-off ticket, and now this — a $3 million winner,” said Melissa Motroni of Bull Valley Trio.
2 days ago in Education, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Illinois Humanities and Illinois Arts Council organize first statewide convening
The gathering is intended to initiate innovation and deepen awareness about how critical arts, culture, and humanities are for society.
