8 hours ago in World

Trump says US military has blockaded Iranian ports to pressure Tehran

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the American military had begun a blockade of Iranian ports as part of his effort to force Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz and accept a deal to end the war that has raged for more than six weeks.

8 hours ago in Entertainment

Hollywood heavyweights voice ‘unequivocal opposition’ to Paramount-Warner merger in open letter

More than a thousand movie stars, writers, directors and other Hollywood professionals announced their "unequivocal opposition" to the proposed Paramount merger with Warner Bros. Discovery in an open letter published Monday.

8 hours ago in Entertainment

Kim Kardashian makes her Broadway producing debut with the criminal justice play ‘The Fear of 13’

Kim Kardashian is adding to her resume the title of Broadway producer. The reality TV star and entrepreneur has signed on to help produce the play "The Fear of 13," about the true story of Nick Yarris, a man who spent more than two decades on death row for a murder he insists he did not commit.

8 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Forrest — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

The shelters are full, and Forrest is ready to come home with you.

9 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Pet of the Week, ZZZ App Top Stories

Meet Godzilla — Meow Mobile Cat of the Week

Don't let the name fool you. Godzilla is "a gorgeous ginger guy."

9 hours ago in Education, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Faculty strike at University of Illinois Springfield continues into second week

Administration, union remain divided over salary increases.

9 hours ago in Education, Lifestyle, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

LLCC selects assistant to become head men’s basketball coach

Ben Kramer has been an assistant in the program for 15 years.

10 hours ago in Business, IL State News, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Survey backs up concerns about data centers

Lawmakers hope to pass "POWER Act" before May 31 adjournment.

10 hours ago in History, IL State News, Lifestyle, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Ford’s Theatre chair obtained by ALPLM

The chair was donated by a now-retired Wake Forest University dean who bought it at a charity auction in the 1980's.

11 hours ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Volunteers in Moweaqua pack thousands of meals for families in Haiti

Over 200 people joined "Jamesly's Packathon" with the goal of packing over 50,000 meals.

13 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Chicago Sky land rising star Rickea Jackson from LA Sparks in a trade for Ariel Atkins

Jackson was the No. 4 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft and averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists last season.

13 hours ago in Agriculture, Business, Farm, IL State News, Local, National, ZZZ App Top Stories

Already under financial pressure, Midwest soybean farmers are squeezed further by tariffs, Iran war

“Our biggest struggles are our inputs, be it fertilizer, seed, chemical, parts,” Bartek said.

13 hours ago in History, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Mini gallery sparks major interest in Springfield neighborhood

Leary hopes the gallery also inspires others to explore their own creativity.

15 hours ago in National

Swalwell exits California governor’s race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation's most populous state.

15 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back at the Masters to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods

Rory McIlroy is the Masters champion again, this time without falling to his knees on the 18th green and sobbing over finally achieving his lifelong dream.

15 hours ago in Sports

NBA play-in games are set: Heat-Hornets, Magic-76ers, Suns-Blazers, Clippers-Warriors

The play-in tournament field is set, and just like that the postseason has arrived in the NBA. First up: an elimination game in Charlotte. The ninth-place Hornets will take on the 10th-place Miami Heat on Tuesday night (7:30 p.m. Eastern) in a win-or-go-home game to open the play-in tournament.

15 hours ago in Music, Lifestyle

It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show

Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.

15 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Britney Spears enters substance abuse treatment facility weeks after her arrest on suspicion of DUI

Britney Spears has entered a substance abuse treatment facility just over a month after she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

15 hours ago in Sports

Ovechkin response to fans’ request for 1 more year: ‘I’ll think about it’

If this was indeed the final home game of Alex Ovechkin's sensational NHL career, the Washington Capitals star collected enough memories to take him deep into retirement. From the opening faceoff to the celebratory post-game skate in which he waved gratefully to the adoring fans, Ovechkin enjoyed one heck of a day. Best of all, the Capitals won Sunday to remain in the playoff hunt.

15 hours ago in Features, Trending

Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce at the Berlin Zoo.