The fertility rate in the U.S. dropped to an all-time low in 2024 with less than 1.6 kids per woman, new federal data shows. nbcnews.com/health/health-…

NEW: A federal judge finds that acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba's appointment was "unlawful" and her actions since July as the top federal prosecutor in New Jersey may be declared void. nbcnews.com/politics/justi…

The head of ICE threatens to “flood” Boston with immigration agents following Mayor Michelle Wu’s refusal to drop the city’s sanctuary policies. nbcnews.com/news/us-news/i…

NEW: The Supreme Court allows Trump administration cuts to NIH grants as part of the federal government's campaign against diversity, equity and inclusion policies. nbcnews.com/politics/supre…

BREAKING: Some FEMA employees who signed a public letter of dissent are put on administrative leave, according to documents reviewed by AP. apnews.com/article/fema-l…

Q10. Gaming platforms are increasingly used by extremist groups for grooming and recruitment. How can parents and educators safely engage with kids about their gaming, what signs should raise concern and what supports or guidance can help keep them safe? #BacktoSchoolSafe25

At least two students have been shot at Evergreen High School and are being taken to the hospital, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. Live Coverage: kdvr.com/news/local/act…

BREAKING: Charlie Kirk, a mobilizing force for young conservatives, dies at 31 after being shot at a Utah event, President Trump says. nbcnews.com/news/us-news/l…

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Abigail Spanberger (D) wins the Virginia governor's race, NBC News projects, defeating Winsome Earle-Sears (R).

Steve Kornacki The New York City Board of Elections announced tonight that 2 million people have cast ballots. The last time this happened in a mayoral race was in 1969, according to the post. nbcnews.com/politics/elect…

Low chances for light snow are still possible Sunday in northern parts of central IL. #ilwx

Low pressure will move across the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes tonight and Friday. Breezy southerly winds will develop across central Illinois as a result with a chance for showers and a few storms overnight into Friday. Much cooler temperatures arrive Sunday and Monday.

Heavy snow will impact much of central IL tonight into Saturday night. Snow is expected to mix with or change to rain at some point Saturday evening, mainly south of I-72. Be prepared for travel impacts on Saturday. #ILwx

Heavy snow of 6 to 12 inches is expected in much of west-central IL Friday night through Saturday night. The higher amounts will be closer to the I-74 corridor. East-central IL has more uncertainty in amounts, with a heavier, wetter snow, and possible change to rain. #ilwx

BREAKING: The Pentagon knew a September boat attack in the Caribbean left survivors but still launched follow-on strike to sink the vessel, AP sources say. apnews.com/article/trump-…

A clipper system will bring light to moderate snow accumulations to portions of central Illinois later Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning. It is going to be a narrow band of intense snow, and forecast uncertainty on its exact position remains high. #ILwx

Michigan fires football coach Sherrone Moore, saying he had an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. apnews.com/article/michig…

BREAKING: The House passes a sweeping defense policy bill that raises troop pay and sets military priorities, sending the measure to the Senate. apnews.com/article/defens…