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IL State News
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Pritzker, on ‘This Week,’ talks AI and Midterms

Pritzker: AI can learn from itself, and that’s dangerous.

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Local
1 hour ago
Reading proficiency remains a challenge for students across the country

The Nation’s Report Card shows that only 31% of fourth graders are at or above the proficient level.

New Chicago Cubs infielder Alex Bregman, left, shakes hands with Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer at a news conference in Chicago, on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Sports
2 hours ago
Cubs 3B Alex Bregman sent to hospital for tests after being hit in face by foul ball while on deck

There was no decision yet on whether Bregman, who was going for X-rays and CT scans, would travel with the team back to Chicago following its 9-1 win.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams looks to throw during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tanner Pearson)
Sports
2 hours ago
Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars

Williams and Daniels already were linked together as Heisman Trophy winners selected with the first two picks of the 2024 NFL draft.

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Sports
2 hours ago
Presidents Cup ’26: Facts and figures for the 16th edition

A brief look at the rosters, captains and key figures for the 16th edition of the Presidents Cup that starts Thursday at Medinah Country Club.

Sully -- Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week
Pet of the Week
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Meet Sully — Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control Dog of the Week

Sully has “young lab energy.”

Footbal
Sports
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Vikings will start Carson Wentz at QB vs. Bears with Kyler Murray still in concussion protocol

“Kyler showed a lot of progress,” O’Connell said. “He’s doing well.”

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Sports
1 day ago
Collin Dixon catches two more TD passes, Illinois beats Southern Illinois 48-10

Dixon caught eight passes for 131 yards for the Illini (2-1), who opened the season with three home games.

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