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2 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.
2 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.
2 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.
2 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.
5 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
Justice Department sues for access to Illinois voter rolls (READ THE LAWSUIT HERE)
Illinois among at least 19 states being sued for voter data.
5 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories
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.
5 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.
19 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.
19 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.
19 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.
19 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.
19 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.
21 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.
22 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.
22 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.
24 hours ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Buzz Bomb bottoms out
Pandemic, Adams St fire combine to reduce foot traffic.
24 hours 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.
1 day ago in National
US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington
The U.S. government admitted Wednesday that the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played a role in causing a collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk near the nation's capital, killing 67 people.
Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan–Cortina Games
The countdown is on for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The torch relay is already underway and some of the top athletes are already making headlines. There are 16 sports in all, including some never seen before, and 116 gold medals are waiting to be awarded.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Add expectant father to Allen’s list of achievements in Buffalo, after Steinfeld announces pregnancy
Marriage, fatherhood and an NFL MVP honor were the furthest things on Josh Allen's mind when he arrived in Buffalo as a raw but promising quarterback prospect in April 2018.