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Changes in leadership at Growth Corp

President to become CEO, while another employee becomes president.

33 minutes ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying suspect in gun-related incident near gas station

Man fired a gun outside the store after making a purchase inside.

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States faces a choice on whether to embrace Trump’s tax cuts on tips, overtime and more

In some states, the new federal tax breaks will automatically apply to state income taxes unless legislatures opt out.

3 hours ago in Sports

LeBron James cites ‘Luka magic’ as Doncic has 45-point triple-double

LeBron James was in awe of "Luka magic" after Luka Doncic had 45 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds in his fifth triple-double of the season in a 143-135 win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night.

3 hours ago in Entertainment

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt welcome their ‘perfect angel girl’

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt have announced the birth of their "perfect angel girl." They took to Instagram on Thursday to herald the Dec. 12 birth of Scottie Rose Hewitt Davidson, accompanied by several photos of the couple cradling and caring for their newborn.

3 hours ago in World

Spread of famine in Gaza Strip averted but Palestinians there still face starvation, experts say

The spread of famine has been averted in the Gaza Strip, but the situation remains critical with the entire Palestinian territory still facing starvation, the world's leading authority on food crises said Friday.

4 hours ago in Sports

Seahawks overcome 16-point deficit to stun Rams 38-37 in OT in NFC West showdown

Mike Macdonald was in no mood to play for a tie, and the Los Angeles Rams' defense had no interest in letting Sam Darnold connect with any of his top receiving options.

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Justice Department sues for access to Illinois voter rolls (READ THE LAWSUIT HERE)

Illinois among at least 19 states being sued for voter data.

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Illinois Accountability Commission hears testimony about excessive force by ICE agents. Felt like a ‘war zone’

Attendees call on commission to review CPD and ISP for any role they had in assisting federal immigration agents.

7 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Boys and Girls Clubs get a boost after losing millions in funding

District 186 has provided funding for three after school program sites to reopen at Blackhawk, DuBois and Ridgely Elementary Schools on Jan. 12.

21 hours ago in National

Democrats keep 2024 election review under wraps, saying a public rehash won’t help them win in 2026

The Democratic National Committee head has decided not to publish a formal assessment of the party's defeat that returned Donald Trump to power and gave Republicans complete control in Washington.

21 hours ago in Entertainment

Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession

American rapper Wiz Khalifa was sentenced by a court in Romania on Thursday to nine months in jail for drug possession, more than a year after he took part in a music festival in the Eastern European country.

21 hours ago in Sports

Tarik Skubal joins Paul Skenes on US World Baseball Classic pitching staff

Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers has agreed to pitch for the United States in the World Baseball Classic, joining a pitching staff that includes reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

21 hours ago in Sports

Timberwolves formalize a reunion with Kevin Garnett, with a plan to finally retire his No. 21 jersey

Kevin Garnett will finally have his No. 21 formally retired by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves announced on Thursday they've hired the Hall of Fame member and franchise icon as a team ambassador, with a plan to honor Garnett in a jersey-raising ceremony at Target Center on a future date.

21 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past

Tennessee's governor pardoned country star Jelly Roll on Thursday for his criminal past in the state, acknowledging the Nashville native's long road back from drugs and prison through soul-searching, songwriting and advocacy for second chances.

23 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Lucky Horseshoes announce 2026 schedule

The schedule includes a two-city, day-night doubleheader with Decatur's new team.

23 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Illinois Education officials brace for lean fiscal year ahead

State board preparing budget request amid growing demands, flat revenue forecast.

23 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Jobs, unemployment both up in Springfield area in September

State: Springfield has had job increases for 23 consecutive months, as of September.

1 day ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buzz Bomb bottoms out

Pandemic, Adams St fire combine to reduce foot traffic.

1 day ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Chatham man arrested for stealing $20K worth of collectibles

Authorities are still looking for a second suspect.