2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Tony winners thank voice teachers and babysitters as Broadway crowns ‘Schmigadoon!’

The most infectiously joyous of awards shows, the Tonys often feel like a summer camp reunion — make that a theater camp reunion — except with tuxedoes and gowns replacing the shorts and tees.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

How to stay safe while traveling during extreme heat

As travelers prepare to set off on summer trips, scorching temperatures lie in wait. Above-average temperatures could be on the books this summer, according to forecasters, and a developing El Nino event could spell out warmer weather later in the year or next summer.

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A 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 32, collapses buildings and sparks tsunami

An offshore magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit the southern Philippines on Monday, killing at least 32 people, injuring more than 200 others mostly in ruined buildings and sending a 1-meter (3-foot) tsunami into nearby coasts.

2 weeks ago in Business, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories

4 generations later, Bill Shea’s legacy lives on at Shea’s Gas Station Museum

A state grant helped provide some sprucing up and a wayside information board for current curator Randy Pickett, who bought Shea's Gas Station Museum in 2017.

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

Hottest Junes in Illinois since 1895

Stacker compiled a ranking of the hottest Junes in Illinois since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

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

Taylorville chosen as first community in Ameren Illinois’ new Energize Your Town program

Mayor Bruce Berry said Ameren first approached city leaders about the concept more than a year ago.

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Springfield schools praise new state school evaluation model

Scott says the state's new evaluation model is based more on specific criteria, and that any improvement could be recognized.

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Tom Irwin’s latest song is about the Mother Road

"Route 66 Runs Right through It All."

2 weeks ago in Agriculture, Food Scene, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

We have a budget, and we also have Bacon Day

A resolution saluting Illinois pork producers passed on the next-to-last day of session.

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Tying Route 66 and running

Ultrarunner visited postrace event at Motorheads.

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

IL plans new Crest Hill prisons to replace Logan Correctional Center

Logan Correctional will remain open during construction, and there is no tentative opening date for the Crest Hill facility. 

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Glock ban, prescription drug board among measures that stall in final days

Bills likely to be discussed throughout the summer for possible revival in veto session.

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Sané, Havertz score as Germany beats US 2-1, heads to World Cup with 9-game winning streak

The 16th-ranked United States has lost nine straight games to European opponents dating to 2022.

2 weeks ago in Education, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Menopause event aims to go ‘beyond the scale’

The event is part of the center’s ongoing “Beyond the Scale” series and will feature two regional medical experts specializing in menopause care.

2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Law firm expansion headlines downtown business moves

Haxel Law expands, ISP Heritage Foundation moves.

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

Now-cleared ‘Broadview 6’ immigration protesters seek evidence of White House pressure to indict

Acting AG Todd Blanche defends Chicago’s U.S. attorney as calls for his resignation mount.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, Route 66 100th Anniversary Guide, ZZZ App Top Stories

Balloon portion of Balloons Over 66 to return after brief cancellation

Balloons Over 66 announced Tuesday it would discontinue the portion due to a lack of "consistent support" and "financial backing" needed to fly the balloons.

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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.