Illinois News & Breaking Stories

"Indian American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy's presidential campaign is failing, with staff looking for jobs in anticipation of his exit."

A storm hit the South with tornado warnings and high winds, causing damage and power outages, as another storm brought snow.

A winter storm hit the South with thunderstorms and tornado warnings, and brought cities across the Midwest to a standstill.

Purdue basketball's Mason Gillis looks battered but delivers yet another win for the Boilermakers, impressing even the opposition.

Three years since the Capitol attack, politicians reflect on the violence. Divided opinions on the event and fears of future threats.

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Iowa football team aims for a strong start to 2024 by facing Tennessee in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, missing key players.

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Illinois Fighting Illini star Terrence Shannon Jr. charged with rape, suspended indefinitely. Shannon denies charges, plans to take case to trial.

Zombie deer disease could spread to humans after the first-ever case was detected in Yellowstone National Park last month.

2024 NFL Mock Draft predicts intriguing storylines with quarterbacks Williams, Maye, and Daniels. Bears trade Justin Fields to Raiders. Check it out!

Minnesota's new state flag will feature an eight-pointed North Star on a dark blue background, symbolizing unity and pride for all.

Luke Combs is making amends to a disabled Florida woman who sells tumblers online, after she was ordered to pay him $250,000.

Illinois search teams are looking for a missing teen after her car was found in a pond near her home.

Illinois' Marcus Domask has become a top scorer, leading the team to big wins. Illinois is a top defensive team.

Southern University was founded in New Orleans in 1880, but relocated to Baton Rouge in 1914. It is known for its Human Jukebox.

Michigan wins third-straight over Ohio State, Big Ten power rankings are out. Michigan and Ohio State are top contenders.

Iowa secured a Big Ten Championship Game berth, but seeks revenge against Nebraska. The game has record-low odds. Iowa leads series history.

The Rolling Stones' 2024 US tour will be sponsored by the American Association of Retired Persons, surprising fans and sparking reactions.

A new type of bacterial infection may be causing a mysterious dog respiratory illness that has sickened dogs across the country.

"Lethal Listeria outbreak in the US prompts recall of peaches, plums, and nectarines sold in 2022 and 2023. Check your fruit!"

White Sox make a five-for-one trade that sends Aaron Bummer to the Braves and lands them two former first-rounders.

"Minor Earthquake Strikes Standard, Illinois. Epicenter located 100 miles southwest of Chicago. 3.6 magnitude quake not anticipated to cause significant damage."

Illinois coach Brad Underwood points towards a defensive identity being built with this year's squad as they face No. 4 Marquette.

ESPN has launched a new betting app, ESPN BET, in partnership with PENN Gaming, available in 17 states with special offers.

Mississippi State fires head coach Zach Arnett after 5-6 record, promoting Greg Knox as interim coach. Search for new coach underway.

Former Mississippi State football coach Zach Arnett was fired after a 4-6 season, but his legacy in Starkville is much more.

Mississippi State fires head coach Zach Arnett after a 5-6 record, appointing Greg Knox as interim coach for the 2023 season.

Illinois football coach Bret Bielema calls Michigan sign-stealing "sickening" and "disgusting," urging Big Ten to "hold the integrity of the league."

Syracuse and Illinois alum Tommy DeVito will make his first NFL start for the New York Giants against the Dallas Cowboys.

Former NFL player Matt Ulrich, a Super Bowl champion with the Indianapolis Colts, has died at 41. His death remains undisclosed.

Illinois running back Kaden Feagin, a true freshman, has become the team's leading rusher after starter Reggie Love's injury. He scored his first collegiate touchdown in a win over Maryland and got his first score at Memorial Stadium the following week. Feagin is hoping to help his hometown team secure a postseason spot.

Iowa football program faces drama with the departure of offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz, but it's game time at Wrigley Field against Northwestern.

Representative Rashida Tlaib demands President Biden's support for a cease-fire to stop "the genocide of the Palestinian people." #CeasefireNow

Cornell University student Patrick Dai was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill Jews amid rising antisemitic incidents in the US.

New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor discharged from hospital after rib injury. Backup QB Tommy DeVito takes over.

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers hope to bounce back from a tough loss as they face the Orlando Magic at the Crypto.com Arena.

Comedian Nate Bargatze's SNL monologue featured jokes about the future, his age, Afrin addiction, and bad reading habits.

Unranked Kansas shocks No. 6 Oklahoma, ending the Sooners' undefeated season since 1997. Upsets continue as Penn State narrowly avoids disaster against Indiana. Ohio State faces Wisconsin, while Oregon State takes on Arizona.

Unranked Kansas upsets No. 6 Oklahoma, ending their undefeated season. Penn State narrowly avoids disaster against Indiana. More surprises expected.

Former UCLA football players gather at the Rose Bowl to unveil a statue honoring former coach Terry Donahue.

Lawmakers in the United States have introduced two Senate bills to address child labor violations, while a third bill aims to protect unaccompanied migrant children. The bills include measures to increase reporting requirements, disclose labor infractions, and penalize companies that violate child labor laws. The legislation follows a significant increase in child labor cases in the US.

Former NFL player Sergio Brown, charged with killing his mother, bought a one-way ticket to Cancun, Mexico, after being the last person seen with the woman before her slaying last month.

MSU's five-game losing streak equals its 2019 skid after the worst home loss in Spartan Stadium history.

No. 3 Ohio State takes on No. 7 Penn State in a top-10 matchup that will shape the Big Ten East and College Football Playoff races.

Jonah Heim homered, Nathan Eovaldi pitched six effective innings and the Texas Rangers beat Framber Valdez and Houston Astros 5-4 on Monday for a 2-0 lead in the AL Championship Series.

The New York Giants are 15.5-point underdogs against the Buffalo Bills, but starting quarterback Tyrod Taylor remains optimistic about their chances. The Giants have struggled this season, and there is speculation about the job security of GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll. Despite the pressure, Taylor is focused on staying positive and helping the team turn things around. The Giants' offensive line has been a major issue, and Taylor will face a tough challenge against the Bills' pass rush.

Purdue's football team has a chance to upset Ohio State again, but injuries and inconsistent play may hinder their chances.

Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce's alleged romance with Taylor Swift is a successful PR relationship benefiting both parties.

Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce's alleged romance with Taylor Swift has created a successful PR relationship benefiting both parties.