Bertoletti at hot dog eating contest
Food Scene
2 years ago
Chicago’s Bertoletti takes men’s title at Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest

Bertoletti’s victory marks the first time the famed mustard belt has gone to someone besides Chestnut since 2015.

HSHS and Memorial signs
Local
2 years ago
Local Health Care Organizations Implement Strategies to Combat Nursing Shortage

Local health care organizations are implementing measures to attract and retain nursing professionals in Central Illinois while sparking interest in the younger generation.

WW2 Armor Tanks
Local
2 years ago
Historic WWII tanks to showcase their power at Morgan County Fair’s Salute the Troops

The Salute the Troops event will honor veterans and current service members and feature WW2 Armor tanks

Gov. Pritzker
National
2 years ago
Pritzker to meet with Biden, Dem governors concerned about president’s campaign

Meeting comes after calls for Biden to step down as Democratic candidate.

Terrence Shannon, Jr.
Sports
2 years ago
Timberwolves welcome Terrence Shannon Jr. after his trying final year at Illinois

Shannon landed with the Minnesota Timberwolves in a place that sure looks like an ideal fit.

The Illinois State Capitol is pictured in Springfield.
Local
2 years ago
State ends fiscal year with nearly $5B cash on hand 

Leaders say record balances drive investment revenue, ensure vendors are paid on time.

Millikin President Jim Reynolds
Education
2 years ago
Millikin University President announces retirement

Reynolds plan to step aside June 30, 2025

Capital City Clash
Local
2 years ago
Capital City Clash wrestling event at Robin Roberts Stadium to feature wrestlers from 5 global promotions

Come September, the action at Robin Roberts Stadium will be professional wrestling, not baseball.

4th of July sparklers and flag
Local
2 years ago
4th of July weekend weather outlook

Rain and storms in the forecast.