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2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Winter storm packing snow and strong winds to descend on Great Lakes and Northeast

A wild winter storm was expected to bring strong winds, heavy snow and frigid temperatures to the Great Lakes and Northeast on Tuesday, a day after a bomb cyclone barreled across the northern U.S. and left tens of thousands of customers without power.

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From the Editor’s desk: A new column that’s a breath of fresh air for garden enthusiasts

Brock has this rare gift of weaving fun narratives with scientific accuracy.

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Southern Illinois player wins $250,000 iLottery jackpot after accidental purchase

Johnston City woman's mistake leads to life-changing win on Illinois Lottery's Magnificent Multiplier game.

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Shooting and robbery at Urbana Circle K; police seek information

The victim was promptly transported to a local hospital, where they are currently listed in stable condition.

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Illinois, No. 23 Tennessee set for first-ever meeting in Music City Bowl

Illini look to make history with back-to-back nine-win seasons in Nashville showdown.

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No. 20 Illinois cruises past SIU in dominant home win

Balanced scoring, strong rebounding fuel 90–55 victory as Illini improve to 10–3.

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New laws: Illinois expands job-protected leave for parents with newborns in NICU

Laws also address AI in hiring, workplace transparency, organ donation leave, more.

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Urbana announces 2026 Christmas tree collection dates

Christmas tree pickup for Urbana residents will take place January 12-16; alternative disposal options available.

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A simple gift, a powerful message: Bringing hope to youth this Christmas

Sometimes, a bag of Takis or a Chicago sports t-shirt is all it takes to remind a child that they matter.

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Ring in the New Year safely: IDOT and law enforcement focus on impaired driving

Increased patrols aim to reduce accidents and ensure safe travel as 2025 ends and 2026 begins.

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Illinois State Fair goes digital: Tickets for 2026 will be paperless

Digital ticketing for the 2026 season expected to improve convenience and security for fairgoers.

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IDOT marks major milestones in I-57/74 interchange reconstruction

$251.8 million upgrade moves forward in 2025, improving traffic flow and safety.

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University of Illinois students make waves at CES with autonomous boating innovations

Interns from the University of Illinois’ Boating Intelligence Design Lab showcase cutting-edge AI technology.

Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green talks about Oregon State.

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Four in double figures lift Illini women past Purdue

Illinois stays perfect in Big Ten play with an 83–73 road win.

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Cold burst breaks midweek for a slightly warmer New Year

Gusty winds and frigid wind chills start the week, but sunshine and slightly warmer temperatures arrive as the calendar turns.

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More than 1,200 Ameren customers lost power in Champaign during Sunday storms

Outage near Centennial High School began Sunday evening as crews worked to assess damage and restore service.

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Prepare pets for New Year’s Eve celebrations and fireworks

Warm weather and fireworks can add extra stress for pets as families ring in the new year.

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Kwanzaa brings communities together

African American and Pan-African cultures observe a week-long celebration known as Kwanzaa from December 26 to January 1.

3 weeks ago in , Hayley Siefert

Hayley Siefert launches full-service real estate team across Illinois and Indiana

From first-time buyers to complex transactions, the Siefert Team promises expertise, collaboration, and a people-first approach.

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Illini basketball legend Dave Downey passes away at age 84

The all-time great, who set Illinois’ single-game scoring record, leaves behind a lasting legacy on and off the court.

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24 minutes ago in Music, Trending

See the dates and ticket plans for the BTS tour that starts in April

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The BTS comeback is upon us. The K-pop septet has announced a 2026 - 2027 world tour, kicking off in South Korea in April and running through March 2027 with over 70 dates across Asia, North America, South America, Australia and Europe.

34 minutes ago in Entertainment

Mattel and Alex Aster team up for Barbie young adult novel, ‘Barbie: Dreamscape’

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The publishing arm of Mattel Inc. is teaming with million-selling novelist Alex Aster on a Barbie young adult novel in which the iconic doll embarks on a journey across "treacherous, magical lands."

36 minutes ago in Sports, Trending

John Harbaugh and the Giants are working on a deal to make him their coach, AP sources say

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John Harbaugh and the New York Giants are working on an agreement to make him the team's head coach, three people with knowledge of the decision said Thursday.

18 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals

Actor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals. The theater group, which dates to 1844 and claims to be the world's third-oldest still operating, announced Wednesday that Keaton will receive his Pudding Pot award at a celebratory roast Feb. 6.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Trevor Noah to host Grammys for the sixth and final time

Trevor Noah will be hosting the Grammy Awards for the sixth consecutive year, but this time, it's being billed as a farewell gig. The Recording Academy announced Tuesday that the South African comedian is returning "one final time" for the Feb. 1 show, for which he will also serve as an executive producer.