Daniel Penny indicted by NY grand jury in chokehold death of Jordan Neely on subway
On Wednesday, grand jurors indicted Daniel Penny in the death of Jordan Neely, while occurred while both men were riding the subway in New York City. Penny, a 24-year-old Marine veteran, was indicted on a second-degree manslaughter
Leave taxpayers out of Bears’ search for new home
Monsters of the Midway? Not lately. At least, not on the field after a 3-14 season that bestowed upon Chicago’s beloved Bears the ignominious distinction of being the worst the NFL has to offer. Off the field,
Eye On Illinois: Rauner’s return a chance to reflect on legacy, lessons
It’s been 1,613 days since the end of Bruce Rauner’s term as Illinois governor, but his return to Springfield Monday invites reflection. The occasion was an unveiling of Rauner’s official portrait in the Hall of Governors. He
PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan takes medical leave amid LIV Golf Merger
Amid the highly controversial agreement to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf, the PGA Tour announced that commissioner Jay Monahan is dealing with a medical situation, and has taken medical leave until he recovers. The Tour did not
Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. out until 2024 after undergoing flexor tendon surgery
The Houston Astros announced Wednesday that right-handed pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. has undergone flexor tendon surgery to remove a bone spur from his right forearm. McCullers was out for the entire 2023 season with injury issues, and
Take a look at the trailer for ‘The Witcher’ Season 3
Netflix has shared a trailer for ‘The Witcher’ Season 3, featuring Henry Cavill, Freya Allan and Anya Chalotra. Netflix also released character posters featuring Geralt, Ciri, Yennefer and the bard Jaskier (Joey Batey). The Witcher is a
Paul McCartney says The Beatles will release ‘final’ song using AI
Paul McCartney announced that a new Beatles song is on the way, with the help of artificial intelligence. The Guardian reported that McCartney said in an interview that a ‘final’ Beatles track will be released later this
Mendota mural to be unveiled Saturday
The Mendota Union Depot mural will be unveiled 10 a.m. Saturday, June 17, during the city’s Railroad Crossing and Heritage Day. The event will take place 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mendota Museum and Historical
Illinois Motorcycle Freedom Run to take off for its 20th time to Marseilles
The Illinois Motorcycle Freedom Run will turn 20 on Saturday. In 2004, the Middle East Conflicts Wall Memorial was built and dedicated in Marseilles featuring the names of soldiers killed in action during those conflicts. It was