Native American mascot ban clears Illinois House, heads to Senate

By BRIDGETTE FOX Capitol News Illinois bfox@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Illinois K-12 schools may soon be required to pick new mascots to replace those that reference Native American names and imagery. That would include logos, team names and
See Stagecoach Festival’s star-studded lineup for 2025 Diplo’s HonkyTonk

Stagecoach Fest — California’s country music festival — shared the lineup for this year’s HonkyTonk tent, curated once again by Diplo, returning for the third year. The star-studded roster includes exclusive performances from Diplo himself with Paris
Netflix cancels ‘The Recruit’ after two seasons

Netflix has canceled its spy adventure The Recruit after two seasons. The Hollywood Reporter was first to report the news. Season 2 only consisted of six episodes, rather than eight in its first season. Created by Alexi
See Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal in the trailer for ‘Materialists’

Celine Song’s upcoming rom-com Materialists, starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal, will arrive in theaters June 13, and now A24 has released the first trailer for the film. Written, directed and produced by Song, Materialists
Knox County property transfers for April 3-9, 2025. See a list of home and other sales

The Knox County Assessment Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Knox County the week of April 3-9, 2025. Only the primary name as listed on the submitted sales report is published.
Burgers and custard closer to Galesburg? Freddy’s submits plans, fixed on location

Freddy’s is a leading fast-casual franchise concept with nearly 500 locations across 36 states nationwide. (Freddy’s) Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is making progress toward opening its first Galesburg location, with civil drawings now submitted to the
Lil Nas X, Lizzo and more to headline OUTLOUD music festival at WeHo Pride 2025

Lizzo, Lil Nas X and Kim Petras are set to headline the Outloud Music Festival at WeHo Pride in Los Angeles, taking place on May 31 and June 1. The outdoor event, hosted by Ryan Mitchell, Hannah Rad,