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1 day ago in Sports
Braves reach 30 wins with another thrilling win that shows off myriad weapons
The Atlanta Braves keep finding new ways to win. It's all added up to being the first team in the big leagues to 30 victories.
Sholem Aquatic Center opens May 23 for summer fun
Champaign’s premier pool offers slides, lap lanes, swim lessons, and family-friendly activities through Labor Day.
Champaign police ramp up seat belt enforcement ahead of Memorial Day
Drivers and passengers urged to buckle up as police step up traffic safety efforts.
Illinois flags to fly at half-staff on Memorial Day
Governor Pritzker directs agencies to honor fallen service members from sunrise to noon on May 25.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions
Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.
2 days ago in Entertainment
20 years after a 22-minute ovation, Guillermo del Toro and ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ return to Cannes
Twenty years ago, Guillermo del Toro premiered "Pan's Labyrinth" at the Cannes Film Festival. He went in anxious. It was toward the end of the festival and many journalists had left. The movie's production had been a nightmare.
Cunningham Children’s Home launches campaign to improve youth spaces
Donations will help create safe, calming environments for residents.
Danville kicks off summer with Artisan Summer Luau at Temple Plaza
First Fridays combines tropical flavors, live steel drum music, and local artisans on June 5.
Horizon Health offers sports physicals with booster club donations
Half of July sports physical fees go to local school booster clubs.
IDOT launches student loan repayment program for engineers
Program offers up to $60,000 to attract and retain young civil engineers in Illinois.
Urbana residents invited to Ward 2 listening session
Community members encouraged to share concerns, ask questions, and be heard at local gathering.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
The 2027 Grammy Awards announce key dates: What to know
Who is ready for the 2027 Grammy Awards? You'll have to wait until Feb. 7, 2027, when the 69th annual ceremony once again airs live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, it was announced Tuesday during the Disney Upfront presentation in New York.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Conan O’Brien to return as Oscars host in 2027
Conan O'Brien's era as Oscars host is becoming a trilogy. The Emmy-winner and comedian will be back to host the 99th Academy Awards in 2027, film academy leaders said Tuesday.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Sandra Oh, Kumail Nanjiani and Bowen Yang are in a HBO doc on being Asian American, Pacific Islander
Timed for release during AAPI Heritage Month, "The A List: 15 Stories from Asian and Pacific Diasporas" drops Wednesday on HBO Max. It's the latest in "The List Series" created by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders. The franchise has previously produced documentaries on prominent Black, Latino and LGBTQ+ Americans.
2 days ago in World
Princess Catherine arrives in Italy on first solo trip abroad after cancer goes into remission
Britain's Princess Catherine made her first overseas trip since announcing her cancer was in remission, traveling to Italy on Wednesday for a two-day tour focused on an early childhood educational approach that was developed here and exported globally.
2 days ago in Sports
Benson breaks tie on birthday, Sabres beat Canadiens 3-2 in Game 4 to even series
Zach Benson broke a tie on a third-period power play on his 21st birthday and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Tuesday night in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
2 days ago in Sports
Dorofeyev scores in OT to give Golden Knights 3-2 win over Ducks and 3-2 series lead
Pavel Dorofeyev has made a name for himself with his shot from the right circle, the epitome of a skilled player making the best use of his talents by setting the Vegas record for power-play goals with 20 this season.
2 days ago in Sports
Wembanyama responds to ejection with a dominant Game 5 as Spurs rout Wolves
Victor Wembanyama had at least one teammate who hoped the San Antonio Spurs superstar would return angry. His coach expected a mature approach from Wembanyama after his first career ejection a game earlier.
2 days ago in Sports
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, a veteran of 7 NBA seasons, dies at 29
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died, the NBA team and his agents announced Tuesday, and a person familiar with the investigation into his death said an autopsy was planned to determine the exact cause.
Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch honored at Toast to Tourism Awards
Rantoul family business celebrated for three decades of community impact and agritourism.
