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UVA Center for Politics discusses challenges facing Spanberger
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger is set to take office Jan. 17, making history in a moment that also occurs during economic uncertainty.
‘Jeopardy!’: Second Chance Finals Set After Amazing Comeback Victory
The last semifinals game of 2025 was one of the most competitive of the year.
‘Jeopardy!’: Second Chance Finals Set After Amazing Comeback Victory
The last semifinals game of 2025 was one of the most competitive of the year.
FiddleFest returns in 2026 for a day of music, dance, fun
SEELEY — Get ready to kick off the new year with an unforgettable celebration of bluegrass, old-time string band and Americana music. FiddleFest 2026 will take place on Saturday, Jan.
What Larry Meiller learned connecting with Wisconsin radio listeners
The longtime host of WPR’s “The Larry Meiller Show” will retire in June 2026 after almost 60 years on the air.
The Herald's weekly entertainment picks
Looking to be entertained from Thursday, Jan. 1, through Wednesday, Jan. 7? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.
‘Stranger Things’ Finale Explained: How Did the Series End?
From who lives or dies to what stories were left open ended.
Sports betting in Chicago to continue in 2026, after sportsbooks drop bid to immediately block tax and licensing law
Sports betting will continue uninterrupted in Chicago in 2026, after a coalition of sportsbooks dropped their effort to immediately block new taxes and licensing requirements in the city.
Trump says he’s withdrawing National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he’s withdrawing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland but left the door open to sending federal forces “in a much different and stronger form.”
Trump says he's dropping push for National Guard in Chicago and other cities
Trump said in a social media post Wednesday that he’s removing the Guard troops for now.
Cattle futures end final session of year higher ahead of direct business
Chicago Mercantile Exchange live and feeder cattle closed higher ahead of the start of widespread direct cash business. February live was up $1.12 at $231.60 and April was $1.22 higher at $232.20. January feeders were $.70 higher at $350.25 and March was up $.75 at $345.32. Direct cattle markets were quiet. Asking prices were $232 […]
Trump says National Guard leaving Chicago, LA and Portland
Trump announced on social media Dec. 31 that troops will be leaving the three Democratic-led cities, following a Supreme Court decision.
Trump says National Guard leaving Chicago, LA and Portland
Trump announced on social media Dec. 31 that troops will be leaving the three Democratic-led cities, following a Supreme Court decision.
Trump agrees to return control of California’s National Guard to the state
The decision comes in the wake of the Supreme Court’s refusal to allow him to send troops from other states to Chicago.
Man battered, robbed inside River North business: Chicago police
A 25-year-old man was battered and robbed early Monday morning inside a River North business, Chicago police said.
No Kings, Coldplay and more: Madison 2025 in photos
As 2025 comes to a close, see memorable photos from Cap Times photographers, from No Kings rallies to the Coldplay concert and intimate portraits.
Holiday business solid despite fewer visitors
The scourge of low snowfall affecting the Ketchum area and ski towns across the West has so far dampened but not doused holiday tourism activity, according to a mixture of
Movies and TV shows casting across the US
Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting across the US.
Sports Betting Alliance sues Chicago over tax in new budget
The Sports Betting Alliance is suing the city of Chicago over the new budget.
Online sports betting in Chicago could go dark Jan. 1 as legal battle looms
Major betting companies have filed a lawsuit, warning a new tax and licensing requirement could force them to shut down apps in Chicago.
FanDuel, DraftKings, other big sportsbooks sue to block new Chicago sports betting tax
The city is counting on about $26 million in next year's budget from a new tax that betting companies argue would violate the state constitution.
Sportsbooks file lawsuit seeking to block Chicago's new sports betting tax
My 5 favorite sports stories from 2025
InsideNoVa sports editor David Fawcett shares his 5 favorite sports stories from 2025
Chicago firms race to develop crypto products as Trump clears path ahead
Despite a maturing of the industry in 2025, the market remains volatile, with the price of bitcoin falling 30% over the past three months.
Health officials see spike in flu cases in Cook County after Christmas holiday
Chicago health officials are urging residents to get the influenza vaccine to keep themselves safe as the region and nation are seeing an uptick in cases.
Extreme Rush entertainment complex to open by early March
POCATELLO — After three years in the making, Extreme Rush will finally open its doors to area residents in the first quarter of 2026.
Bears vs. 49ers Game Balls: Just Short of More Magic
After a close loss to the 49ers, @ryandroste hands out his Chicago Bears game balls.
Chicago police warn of 3 business burglaries in Logan Square and Humboldt Park
Chicago police are warning about a string of burglaries last week targeting businesses in the Logan Square and Humboldt Park neighborhoods.
Restaurateurs’ ‘25 takeaway? SF ‘has bounced back’
“It’s like there’s a renewed excitement on the street.”
Chicago Bears Week 17 Notes: West Coast Collapse
A brutal defensive collapse in a wild shootout out west. Check out @BryanOrenchuk’s notes here. #DaBears
NFL Weekend Betting Recap: Bears-49ers was 'New Year’s Firework for the Bettors'
Chicago and San Francisco salvaged Sunday for bettors in a big way. Patrick Everson breaks it down.
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestant Breaks Ryan Seacrest’s Heart With $100,000 Loss
Did you figure out this four-word puzzle?
‘Landman’ Star Ali Larter Details Intense Vibe on Taylor Sheridan Set
She bonded with costar Michelle Randolph in the 'high-pressure' environment.
Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission making progress ahead of the new year
MARIETTA, Ohio - The Mid-Ohio Valley Entertainment Commission continues to advance with its goals of bringing Hollywood to Southeast Ohio.
NFL world reacts to Bears' shootout loss to 49ers
The Bears lost a shootout to the 49ers on the final few seconds of the game. Here is how the NFL world reacted to the loss.
Bears vs. 49ers: San Francisco outlasts Chicago in high-stakes thriller to keep No. 1 seed hopes afloat
The 49ers' win sets up a Week 18 matchup against the Seahawks with the No. 1 seed on the line.
Arizona Wildcats’ sports schedule for Dec. 29-Jan. 4
Sporting events this week involving UA.
Photos: The biggest entertainment and fashion moments of 2025
In a year that zoomed by, AP’s photographers captured perfect images of stellar entertainment moments, whether they were on stages, runways or red carpets.
Brigitte Bardot Dies: Iconic French Actress Was 91
In the late '50s and '60s, she earned the nickname 'Sex Kitten,' and was best known for 'And God Created Woman.'
Tucson's Top Sports Stories: December 28
See what the top sports stories are for UA and Tucson.
Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Chicago Blackhawks 12/28/25
Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (15-12-9, 39 points, 7th place Metropolitan Division) @ Chicago Blackhawks (14-17-6, 34 points, 8th place Atlantic Division) When: 7:00 p.m. ET How to Watch: Local broadcast on SportsNet Pittsburgh and Chicago Sports Network, streaming on ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: The Pens come back home Tuesday to close out the calendar year against the Carolina Hurricanes, then […]
Column: Starting a healthier sports diet in 2026 is easier than you might think
Want to start 2026 by sticking to a healthier diet of sports-observing? Here are some handy tips to get you started.
Blackhawks may remain short-handed vs. slumping Pens
A season-high six-game losing streak may be in the rearview, but the Chicago Blackhawks still have the trouble of skating without injured forwards Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar for a bit longer.
Ravens vs. Packers: Derrick Henry rushes for 4 TDs and Baltimore's playoff hopes stay alive; Green Bay's 41-24 defeat gives Chicago the NFC North title
Henry, who had a career-high 36 carries for 216 yards and four touchdowns. It was Henry’s seventh 200-yard rushing game, setting the NFL record that he had shared with Adrian Peterson and O.J. Simpson.
A Bronzeville Kwanzaa event celebrates Black business owners -- We’re carrying on a legacy’
On the second day of Kwanzaa, a vendor fair supported a pickle connoisseur, Gen Alpha lemonade-makers and other Black entrepreneurs in Chicago.
Where Is Jodi Hildebrandt Now? Her Prison Sentence & More
Her practice and downfall will be explored in the new Netflix doc 'Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story.'
Local opinion: Science and religion are not in opposition
Robert Gavlak, in his criticism of religion, seemed to be confusing it with Christian Nationalism (which really isn't very Christian at all).
Bears jerseys, hats and gear spark shopper frenzy at Chicago sports retailers
"Christmas came early for our company this year," Clark Street Sports co-owner Jason Caref said.
Boaz Student Places in Regional Science Bee
Fourth-grader Echo Harris of Boaz Intermediate School recently placed third in the regional Science Bee. Harris is now qualified for the national Science Bee and currently, he is the only
Bulls are trapped in a $72 million contract nightmare
Chicago got itself into a pickle.
3 big questions for the Chicago Cubs: How will they replace Kyle Tucker? Will they add to the rotation?
Stars rested and ready to face slumping Blackhawks
The Dallas Stars and visiting Chicago Blackhawks are pointed in opposite directions as they return from the holiday break on Saturday night.
Has ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Gone ‘Overboard’ This Christmas? Fans Debate
‘Surely they can find someone with good taste to decorate,’ one viewer ranted.
Donald Trump Gets Lowest Kennedy Center Honors Ratings Ever: Report
Despite Trump’s boasts, the broadcast’s ratings reportedly dropped 35 percent from last year’s record low.
Donald Trump Gets Lowest Kennedy Center Honors Ratings Ever: Report
Despite Trump’s boasts, the broadcast’s ratings reportedly dropped 35 percent from last year’s record low.
‘Stranger Things’ Finale: Duffer Brothers Tease Massive & Emotional Series Ending
Matt and Ross Duffer tease what's in store.
‘Stranger Things’ Finale: Duffer Brothers Tease Massive & Emotional Series Ending
Matt and Ross Duffer tease what's in store.
At Bernell’s, blues and women’s sports share the stage
Rita Adair and Dan Resnick blend a legacy of blues music with a space to watch women’s sports in the former Red Rooster building in Madison.
Rec + Relax entertainment complex advances toward construction
After more than a year of planning, revision and delays largely unseen by the public, the Rec + Relax entertainment complex in Lufkin is moving closer to construction, with key
Latter-day Saint Apostle Jeffrey R. Holland hospitalized due to 'ongoing health complications'
Jeffrey R. Holland, acting president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has been hospitalized for treatment of "ongoing health complications,"
Jimmy Kimmel Delivers Scathing Christmas Day Message: ‘Tyranny Is Booming’
'We won, the President lost...'
Bears power rankings roundup: Where Chicago lands in Week 17
Week 17 is here and the Chicago Bears have clinched a playoff berth. Here's a glimpse at where they land among various power rankings.
Burglars steal ATM from North Center business, Chicago police say
Several burglars wearing ski masks stole an ATM from a business in the North Center neighborhood, Chicago police said.
New album releases from artists with East Tennessee ties
We start with the Sedonas. If there were ever any doubt that the band ranks among East Tennessee’s most potent and proficient acts, those questions are erased by its new
The Herald's weekly entertainment picks
Looking to be entertained from Thursday, Dec. 25, through Wednesday, Dec. 31? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.
Business: Oregon jobs projected to increase 6% by 2034
The Oregon Employment Department projects Oregon’s total employment to grow by 141,000 jobs between 2024 and 2034.
Resident shares concerns over possible entertainment district for downtown Oxford
OXFORD — There was a light agenda for the Oxford City Council meeting Tuesday night.
Bears merch flying off the shelves at sports collectible shops ahead of playoffs
Since the team’s victory against the Green Bay Packers, player jerseys and other Bears merchandise have been the top sellers for Chicago retailers.
Obama Foundation partner expands vendor network for small businesses
Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative said more than 75 Chicago area organizations have joined its network to collectively negotiate service contracts, which will help lower costs.
‘Wheel of Fortune’ Fans React to Contestant’s ’Tough’ $40,000 Loss
Did you solve this trick puzzle?
The Year in Entertainment 2025: The TV that was top
The small screen took us everywhere from the shores of Cousins Beach to the emergency room at the Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center this year. Here's a look at the shows and limited series that defined 2025:It was the medical procedural drama The Pitt that scored the top prize at the Emmys this year. Led by Noah Wyle, who won the best actor in a drama Emmy for his portrayal of Dr. Robby in the new series, The Pitt's first season followed the challenges faced by health care workers on the front lines over the course of a single, 15-hour shift at the hospital. Other big winners at the ceremony included Seth Rogen's new comedy series The Studio, as well as the Netflix limited series Adolescence.Many prestige shows captured the cultural zeitgeist in 2025. Fans traveled to Thailand to check in for season 3 of The White Lotus, while the mystery at Lumon Industries continued to unfold as Severance season 2 rolled out. The Last of Us viewers mourned a fan-favorite character during its sophomore season, while Star Wars fans returned to a galaxy far, far away to bid farewell to Andor as it debuted its second and final season.Nobody could stop talking about The Summer I Turned Pretty. Whether you were team Conrad or team Jeremiah, fans couldn't keep their eyes off the dramatic third season of the teen romance series, which spanned from the U.S.'s East Coast all the way to Paris. While the series ended with Belly finally picking which brother she wanted to be with, the story isn't quite over. A feature film that will end the romantic saga has been greenlit by Prime Video.Finally, the year ended with the release of the fifth and final season of Stranger Things. It turned Netflix's streaming records upside down, accumulating 59.6 million views in its first five days and becoming the best-ever premiere week viewing numbers for an English-language series on the streaming platform.Copyright © 2025, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Great Lakes Science Center to hold STEM programming; announced new board chair
The Great Lakes Science Center will host science, technology, engineering and mathematics programming in December and January.
Movies and TV shows casting across the US
Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting across the US.
Bears Over Beers: Playoffs Clinched! 49ers SNF Preview
The latest episode of @bearsoverbeers talks the Chicago Bears upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers and more!
Scientists from UChicago, other institutions discover bizarre lemon-shaped planet orbiting neutron star
Supreme Court rules against Trump, bars deploying National Guard in Chicago
The decision is the major defeat for Trump and his broad claim that he had the power to deploy military forces in U.S. cities.
Supreme Court won't let Trump deploy National Guard in Chicago
In a rare loss for Trump at the high court, the justices kept in place a temporary hold on the use of National Guard troops to quell protests in Chicago.
‘Wheel of Fortune’: Ryan Seacrest Hugs Firefighter After Agonizing $114,000 Loss
The contestant spoke out about the moment.
Year in Review: A Look Back at Local Sports in 2025
Well, it's that time again. This will be my 35th Year in Review column, and 2025 gave me plenty to review.
The Bear’s Den, December 23, 2025
The Chicago Bears spent Monday night watching the Niners, next team up
Suburban business cited for big oily asphalt spill in Chicago canal
Trump’s EPA offloaded cleanup to Gov. JB Pritzker’s environmental agency, which accused Apex Oil of violating state laws.
Commentary: Real public safety requires investing in people
The right intervention at the right moment is what truly makes a difference, writers the CEO of the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago.
Tillamook businesses celebrate major sales boost on Small Business Saturday
Downtown Tillamook was buzzing on Black Friday, and again on November 29, as small businesses welcomed a steady stream of shoppers for the Tillamook Chamber’s annual Small Business Saturday event.
Motorcycle group delivers holiday cheer to UVA Health Children’s
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- The holidays can be especially challenging for children and families spending the season in the hospital, but one motorcycle group is working to ensure no
Business Ins and Outs: Sushi place, Round the Clock, Honey Jam, Jimmy John's, Dunkin' and Tsunami Express opening
Business Ins and Outs: Sushi place, Round the Clock, Honey Jam, Jimmy John's, Dunkin' and Tsunami Express opening
Packers Week 16 Winners and Losers vs. the Bears
All of the Green Bay Packers’ highs and lows from a disappointing matchup in Chicago.
Collaboration drives Telluride Science
Collaboration sits at the heart of Telluride Science’s mission, uniting global thought leaders to solve societal and planetary challenges.
‘SNL’: Michael Che Yet Again Has Colin Jost Insult Scarlett Johansson
And this time, Jost also (reluctantly) hit on Jenna Ortega.
Our Chicago: Managing your mental well-being during the holidays and into winter
A Gallup poll found that nearly half of all Americans report that they are frequently stressed. That's up from 40% in the mid-1990s.
Bowen Yang’s Final ‘SNL’ Sketch Bids Emotional Goodbye After 7 Seasons
Yang confirmed his exit from 'Saturday Night Live' that same day ahead of the episode.
Bowen Yang’s Final ‘SNL’ Sketch Bids Emotional Goodbye After 7 Seasons
Yang confirmed his exit from 'Saturday Night Live' that same day ahead of the episode.
Packers' sideline heaters mysteriously go out on freezing night in Chicago in loss to Bears
As expected in December, it's cold in Chicago. Especially for the Packers.