5 days ago in National

One of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre’s last survivors, Viola Ford Fletcher, dies at age 111

Viola Ford Fletcher, who as one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma spent her later years seeking justice for the deadly attack by a white mob on the thriving Black community where she lived as a child, has died. She was 111.

5 days ago in National

Judge dismisses Comey, James indictments after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed

A federal judge on Monday dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump's urging was illegally appointed by the Justice Department.

5 days ago in Sports

Pistons tie their championship teams from years past with franchise-record 13th straight win

Just two years ago, the Detroit Pistons set an NBA record for the consecutive losses in a single NBA season with 28. Now, they seemingly can't lose.

5 days ago in Sports

Shohei Ohtani announces he will play for Japan in next year’s World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani plans to play for Japan in next year's World Baseball Classic, the two-way Los Angeles Dodgers star announced on social media Monday night.

5 days ago in Sports

Christian McCaffrey’s big night leads 49ers to 20-9 victory over Panthers

Christian McCaffrey gained 142 yards from scrimmage and scored a touchdown, and San Francisco overcame a rough performance by quarterback Brock Purdy to beat the Carolina Panthers 20-9 on Monday night.

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more

The shrinking turkey population amid the ongoing bird flu outbreak is expected to cause wholesale turkey prices to rise 44% this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Despite the increase, many stores are offering discounted or even free turkeys to soften the potential blow to Thanksgiving meal budgets.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The best new holiday music releases for 2025

'Tis the season to put on some brand-new holiday music. The best way to get festive is to sing along to Christmas classics new and old. But don't know what to press play on? We've got you covered.

5 days ago in Entertainment

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!

A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by three brothers cleaning out their late mother's attic, netted $9.12 million this month at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold.

5 days ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Springfield man busted for child porn possession

Merle Monroe, 68, awaits court appearances.

6 days ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Thanksgiving dinner may be more affordable this year

Prices for a Thanksgiving meal for up to 10 have dropped significantly.

6 days ago in Business, Entertainment, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

DSI is bringing Downtown Springfield to light

Downtown Springfield Incorporated is helping Springfield gain its well-deserved recognition.

6 days ago in Crime, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

UPDATE: Man dead after being shot prior to car crash

Body of Leslie Broomfield, 19, was found in a crashed car Friday night.

6 days ago in Agriculture, Holiday Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories

Thanksgiving in Illinois costs less — really!

Illinois Farm Bureau: Illinois did not have turkey problems that other states did.

6 days ago in Local Experts, Plumbing Expert, ZZZ App Top Stories

Some hidden costs of DIY

he following are some hidden costs of DIY and renovating in general.

6 days ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Springfield man arrested on child porn charges

A 351-year prison term is possible.

6 days ago in IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

IDOT road work takes the holiday off

"Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, to 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30."

6 days ago in Agriculture, Food Scene, Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Let’s talk turkey prep

Here are three great ways to prepare your Thanksgiving turkey.

6 days ago in Agriculture, Food Scene, Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Turkey FYI

Here are 12 facts about turkey and more.

6 days ago in World

The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump’s boycott

The Group of 20 summit in South Africa ended Sunday with the glaring absence of the United States — the next country to lead the bloc — after the Trump administration boycotted the two days of talks involving leaders of the world's richest and top developing economies.

6 days ago in National, Trending

The shutdown is over. Flights have resumed. Thanksgiving travelers might wonder: What now?

The turbulence caused by the longest government shutdown on record may still be fresh on travelers' minds this Thanksgiving, but experts say preparing for the usual holiday crush of winter weather, heavy traffic and crowded airports can help ease those jitters.