A local player is leading the national junior golf open in central Illinois. Peoria’s Nolan Eccles birdied four of his final ...

A special prosecutor has recommended no charges be filed against a Princeton police officer involved in a stand-off that resulted in the death of a 3-year-old boy.

Dennis Dalman news@thenewsleaders.com In a vast extravaganza of red-white-blue, good ol’ patriotism flourished at the annual ...

Two-hundred and fifty drones illuminated the sky to celebrate America’s 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, at Dos Pueblos High ...

Independence Day festivities began at 9 a.m. Saturday following a number of other activities on Thursday and Friday as ...

Three Virginia counties have allocated a combined three quarters of a million dollars to fight Dominion Energy's Valley Link ...

Nonprofits and companies want to unite Americans behind community service drives and patriotic brand activations in the ...

Shootings occurred across the country, including in New York, Florida, Texas, Illinois and Tennessee. More than 50 people ...

Here's a look at how MLB is celebrating America's 250th birthday in style with special hats and uniforms on the 4th of July.

MLB Celebrates 2026 Fourth of July!

The Fourth of July is here, and whether you're planning a backyard barbecue, a day trip with the family or a quiet ...

There's something wonderful about a holiday weekend that gives you permission to slow down. The sparklers, the potato salad, ...