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Springfield first responders mark National Doughnut Day with doughnut-eating contest

The Salvation Army partners with first responders because tradition calls for feeding doughnuts to American heroes.

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Bears sign safety Dillon Thieneman and center Logan Jones ahead of minicamp

The Bears begin a mandatory three-day minicamp on Tuesday.

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Cubs president Jed Hoyer says talented team will break out of slump, but needs to do so soon

Hoyer says the Cubs, with a deep starting lineup and strong defensive play, shouldn't be wallowing at the .240 winning percentage they've had since May 9.

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Chris Richards trains with U.S. team with World Cup deadline looming

The U.S. is coming off a 3-2 victory over Senegal on Sunday.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Hurricanes thriving in high-pressure playoff settings as Stanley Cup Final shifts West for Game 3

The Carolina Hurricanes have spent months regrouping quickly after losses and they have proven unshaken by the challenge of playing in hostile arenas or in next-goal-wins extra time.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Bears say they are moving forward with Northwest Indiana location for new stadium

The Chicago Bears are looking to build a stadium in Northwest Indiana after a proposal to provide financial incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in Illinois stalled in the state legislature.

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It’s time to run Route 66

Tourism Chief, Scott Dahl, guest runner for the 5k, Dean Karnazes, and a part of the festivities, Alex Klymco all "ran" to the WTAX Morning Newswatch to tell Will Stevenson all about the fun!

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Pritzker to suspend tax breaks for data centers, urging more discussion

The governor cited growing impacts on energy affordability and water resources.

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Bears Board of Directors vote to advance stadium project in Hammond, Indiana

A proposal in the Illinois state legislature was meant to provide incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in the state.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Fishermen prepared for the longest red snapper season in recent memory. A court order stopped it

Recreational fishermen are pitched against commercial fishermen and environmentalists in a legal dispute that has halted what was expected to be the longest snapper season in years, reflecting broader tensions over the Trump administration's efforts to loosen fishing rules and deregulate the seas.

2 weeks ago in National

Employers added 172,000 jobs last month as US job market shows resilience despite Iran war

The American job market continues to show surprising strength, shrugging off the high costs of the Iran war. Employers added 172,000 jobs in May – roughly double what forecasters had expected – and the unemployment rate remained at a low 4.3%.

2 weeks ago in Crime, Entertainment, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

UPDATE: Actor permanently banned from ‘The Muni’ following sexual harassment investigation

The actor in question is being permanently banned, and The Muni wants anyone else who may have been a victim to contact the organization as soon as possible.

2 weeks ago in Education, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Not written with AI, District 186 working on student/staff AI use policy

"We know that we are really just wanting use AI as a tool to elevate our learning, not replace our learning."

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Woman dead after Springfield accident Thursday

The collision occurred near the intersection of South 7th Street and East Laurel.

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Alexi’s e-bike legislation passes

The goal is not only safety, but also for laws to keep up.

2 weeks ago in National

Homicide convictions reversed for Colorado paramedics who injected ketamine into Elijah McClain

A Colorado court reversed homicide convictions against two paramedics on Thursday in the death of Elijah McClain, a Black man who was pinned down by police and injected with a fatal dose of ketamine.

2 weeks ago in Sports

NBA bans two fans for life after one runs onto court during Game 1, attempts selfie with Wemby

The NBA banned two people for life from its arenas on Thursday, after one of them was arrested shortly after running onto the court during Game 1 of the NBA Finals and appearing to take a selfie next to San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Choose ‘Trainspotting’: Ewan McGregor and Danny Boyle reflect on the life-changing film

Ewan McGregor, for a fleeting moment after "Trainspotting" came out, felt like a rock star. The kinetic film about four heroin addicts in late-1980s Scotland was and, 30 years later, remains defining — in his career, in the culture and in his understanding of what true artistic satisfaction can feel like.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

What to watch for at the Tony Awards on Broadway’s biggest night

Twenty-four shows on Broadway received Tony Award nominations this season, but not all will walk away with a trophy and the box office attention they usually bring.

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‘History Comes Alive’ returns to Springfield for 17th season

One of Springfield’s signature summer programs is back for its 17th year, bringing the city’s rich history to life through interactive tours, performances and educational experiences.