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Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme and more react to the death of Chuck Norris
The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and...
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FCC approves merger of local television owners Nexstar and Tegna as two lawsuits seek to block it
The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday said it had approved the merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna, the same day that...
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CBS News shutters its storied radio news service after nearly a century, ending an era
CBS News said Friday it will shut down its storied radio news service after nearly 100 years of operation, ending an era and blaming challenging economic times as the...
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Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86
Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in "Walker, Texas Ranger" and other television shows and movies made him...
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ABC’s ‘Bachelorette’ cancellation adds to franchise’s long history of controversy
ABC's decision to cancel a completed season of "The Bachelorette" marks the latest controversy in a franchise that has repeatedly faced
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The body of an American student who went missing in Barcelona has been found, police in Spain say
Gracey never returned to the room he was renting with friends, according to family members who live in the suburb of Elmhurst, about 19 miles (31 kilometers) west of Chicago.
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Sangamon County voters approve new tax increase for mental health board
Murphy explained that the mental health board would act as a centralized organization that helps coordinate groups and providers in the Sangamon County area.
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Phoenix Center: Rumors of our death are greatly exaggerated
Commenter at council says LGBTQ center is under threat.
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A look at Eid al-Fitr and how Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday
Muslims around the world are bidding farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr. Eid is typically greeted with joy and excitement and is marked with congregational prayers and festivities that usually include family visits, gatherings, outings and new clothes.
3 days ago
Comptroller sees special portrait she commissioned from Springfield business
The painting also includes monarch butterflies, and several of Mendoza's favorite and lucky numbers.
4 days ago
When gas prices go up, changing the way you drive can stretch your fuel just a bit farther
When gas prices spike, filling up gets more painful. But consumers can do something to stretch their fuel just a little farther: Change the way they drive.
4 days ago
Illinois bill aims to address gender discrepancies in CPR training
The legislation would mandate the use of female manikins in school programs.
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Illinois regulators say prediction markets are illegal gambling, but bettors — and the Trump family — love them
Prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket rake in millions from wagers on sports and current events but pay nothing in state betting taxes and ignore regulations that govern online sportsbooks.
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Highest-rated Class of 2026 women’s basketball recruits from Illinois
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated Class of 2026 women's basketball recruits from Illinois using data from 247Sports.
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New map celebrates Route 66 in Illinois
"The new Route 66 map is a must for enthusiasts and road trippers celebrating 100th anniversary of the Mother Road."
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Illinois Lottery player wins $536 million Mega Millions jackpot
One online lottery player won the grand prize, while another won $5 million.
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Former Pillsbury plant part of new exhibit at ALPLM
The plant opened in 1930 and closed in 2001.
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Progressive states revive push to tax the rich as wealth disparity deepens across the US
The Illinois Statehouse so far has not moved on imposing a millionaire tax
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Do you really need a water filter? Here’s what experts say
U.S. tap water is generally safe and high quality. But that doesn't mean every glass tastes the same, or that every building's plumbing delivers identical water to the faucet.
