2 weeks ago in Sports

Germany and Netherlands reach the World Cup after big wins in final qualifiers

So much for Germany being at risk of missing the World Cup. A 6-0 thrashing of Slovakia on Monday completed Germany's recovery from a shocking start to group play as the four-time champion maintained its proud record of always qualifying for the World Cup.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Ariana Grande and Cher team up for ‘SNL’ in December. Josh O’Connor gets a hosting turn, too

The December lineup for "Saturday Night Live" now includes Ariana Grande as host on Dec. 20, with Cher returning as musical guest for the first time in nearly 40 years.

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

State: Learn about antibiotics this week

Make sure to not use antibiotics when not necessary, or you may still get sick.

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The revitalization of a state resort is underway

A family tradition for some, newfound fun for others. The Rend Lake Resort is set to be revamped and re-open.

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

IL Attorney General Kwame Raoul urges consumers to watch out for crypto scams

Are you a victim of cryptocurrency scams or fraud? Attorney General Raoul can help.

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Springfield will be women’s pro baseball mecca

New women's pro league will play exclusively in Springfield in 2026.

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Recent Duke alumnus from Springfield awarded Rhodes Scholarship

William Lieber, originally from Springfield, has been granted an opportunity of a lifetime

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Unclaimed $200,000 lottery ticket expires in two weeks

If you bought a lottery ticket in November of 2024, you may miss out on your winnings soon.

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UIS hosts nationally touring “Send Silence Packing” exhibit

A Moving Tribute to Lives Lost.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959

Georgia moved up one spot to No. 4 in The Associated Press poll Sunday, Oklahoma returned to the top 10 and North Texas, ranked for the first time since 1959, is among three Group of Five teams in the Top 25.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Suspect sought in shooting that critically injured New York Jets player Kris Boyd

New York police have released surveillance images of a man sought in the shooting of New York Jets cornerback and special teams standout Kris Boyd.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Now You See Me 3’ races past ‘The Running Man’ at box office

It's no magic trick: The third installment in the thieving magician "Now You See Me" series beat the high-profile action pic "The Running Man" at the North American box office this weekend.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Olympic gold-medalist Rowdy Gaines has tips for older swimmers, or if you’re returning to the pool

"Of course I'm biased, but I will stack swimming against any other exercise out there, especially as we age," former Olympian Rowdy Gaines told The Associated Press. "And swimming is one of the few sports you can do forever."

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London’s Leicester Square

Bridget Jones has joined Harry Potter, Mary Poppins and Paddington as permanent residents of London's famed Leicester Square.

2 weeks ago in National

In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump said House Republicans should vote to release the files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a startling reversal after previously fighting the proposal as a growing number of those in his own party supported it.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Jalen Hurts’ lone touchdown leads Eagles to 16-9 victory over Lions in lackluster offensive game

The Eagles are positioned again to make a strong run at another Super Bowl — not solely on the arm of Jalen Hurts, the legs of Saquon Barkley and other marquee offensive players all NFL fans know — but on a defense that has churned out a string of masterpieces that fired them to the top of the NFC.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

Tom Cruise, at 63 still the biggest movie star in a room full of them, finally got to hold his own Oscar on a Hollywood stage on Sunday night.

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City Council to discuss zero tolerance for racial slurs

Workplace ordinance is on council agenda Tuesday.

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UIS prof has her eye on mega merger

Shareholders OK Norfolk Southern - Union Pacific deal

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Memorial recently ranked one of the best hospitals in Illinois

The best in bedside manner, specialty services, technology and all-around patient care. The patients really do come first at SMH