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Morgan Wallen is "Still The Problem", get 2026 tour tickets now!
Morgan Wallen is "Still The Problem", get 2026 tour tickets now!
Morgan Wallen hits the road again in April and his "Still the Problem" tour is scheduled to play 23 shows across the country. Get your tickets now.
www.usatoday.com
January 2, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Morgan Wallen is "Still The Problem", get 2026 tour tickets now!
How to buy Ole Miss vs. Miami CFP semifinal Fiesta Bowl tickets
How to buy Ole Miss vs. Miami CFP semifinal Fiesta Bowl tickets
Ole Miss and Miami are headed to the Fiesta Bowl and the CFP semifinals. Tickets for the game are available now.
www.usatoday.com
January 2, 2026 at 12:04 PM
How to buy Ole Miss vs. Miami CFP semifinal Fiesta Bowl tickets
How to buy Oregon Peach Bowl NCAA Football Playoff semifinal tickets
How to buy Oregon Peach Bowl NCAA Football Playoff semifinal tickets
Get your Oregon College Football Playoff semifinal tickets as the Ducks defeated Texas Tech 23-0 in the Orange Bowl.
www.usatoday.com
January 1, 2026 at 9:34 PM
How to buy Oregon Peach Bowl NCAA Football Playoff semifinal tickets
Get a buzz sans booze: Best nonalcoholic drinks to try for Dry January
Get a buzz sans booze: Best nonalcoholic drinks to try for Dry January
The best nonalcoholic drinks for Dry January range from mocktails to wine replacements and even booze-free beers. Shop my favorites here!
www.usatoday.com
January 1, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Get a buzz sans booze: Best nonalcoholic drinks to try for Dry January
Lace up with 25% off Brooks running shoes using a military discount
Lace up with 25% off Brooks running shoes using a military discount
Save 25% on Brooks running shoes and apparel with a Community Heroes discount for military, first responders and nurses
www.usatoday.com
January 1, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Lace up with 25% off Brooks running shoes using a military discount
2026 is here! See full list of federal holidays for the year.
2026 is here! See full list of federal holidays for the year.
It's 2026, and with the new year comes a new set of dates for America's federal holidays.
www.usatoday.com
January 1, 2026 at 1:34 PM
2026 is here! See full list of federal holidays for the year.
Team USA opens its 2026 World Cup vs. Paraguay, how to buy tickets
Team USA opens its 2026 World Cup vs. Paraguay, how to buy tickets
The U.S. Men's National Team opens their 2026 World Cup schedule in Los Angeles against Paraguay on June 12. Here's how to buy tickets.
www.usatoday.com
January 1, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Team USA opens its 2026 World Cup vs. Paraguay, how to buy tickets
Illinois legislatures reflect on we saw from Springfield in 2025
Illinois legislatures reflect on we saw from Springfield in 2025
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WREX) — Illinois State Sen. Dave Syverson (R) and Sen. Steve Stadelman (D) both highlighted significant legislative achievements for 2025, focusing on public safety, economic growth,...
www.wrex.com
January 1, 2026 at 1:34 AM
Illinois legislatures reflect on we saw from Springfield in 2025
Dog treats recalled in 7 states due to Salmonella contamination
Dog treats recalled in 7 states due to Salmonella contamination
Dog treats are being recalled due to Salmonella risk in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Texas, Montana and Nebraska.
www.usatoday.com
December 31, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Dog treats recalled in 7 states due to Salmonella contamination
How to buy 2026 Monterrey Mexico World Cup tickets
How to buy 2026 Monterrey Mexico World Cup tickets
2026 FIFA World Cup tickets in Monterrey are now available for purchase. Here's how to buy.
www.usatoday.com
December 31, 2025 at 7:04 PM
How to buy 2026 Monterrey Mexico World Cup tickets
Big Ten dunks on SEC in college football coaching carousel. That's the cold truth
Big Ten dunks on SEC in college football coaching carousel. That's the cold truth
LSU reeled in Lane Kiffin. Mostly, though, SEC schools hired unproven up-and-comers. Big 10 schools like Michigan and Penn State landed veteran winners.
www.usatoday.com
December 31, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Big Ten dunks on SEC in college football coaching carousel. That's the cold truth
How to buy 2026 Guadalajara Mexico World Cup tickets
How to buy 2026 Guadalajara Mexico World Cup tickets
2026 FIFA World Cup tickets in Guadalajara are now available for purchase. Here's how to buy.
www.usatoday.com
December 31, 2025 at 2:19 PM
How to buy 2026 Guadalajara Mexico World Cup tickets
Happy New Year! Watch live as locations around the world ring in 2026
Happy New Year! Watch live as locations around the world ring in 2026
Many locations around the world will ring in 2026 before America joins the party. Watch the celebrations live.
www.usatoday.com
December 31, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Happy New Year! Watch live as locations around the world ring in 2026
We just found Taylor Swift's lululemon sports bra for under $40
We just found Taylor Swift's lululemon sports bra for under $40
lululemon's Year-End sale includes a special offer on Taylor Swift's sports bra seen in her "The End of an Era" documentary on Disney+.
www.usatoday.com
December 30, 2025 at 9:04 PM
We just found Taylor Swift's lululemon sports bra for under $40
Curt Cignetti wouldn’t have Indiana in Rose Bowl without Nick Saban, Alabama
Curt Cignetti wouldn’t have Indiana in Rose Bowl without Nick Saban, Alabama
Alabama was an instrumental part of Curt Cignetti's journey, and he now leads Indiana against the Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl.
www.usatoday.com
December 30, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Curt Cignetti wouldn’t have Indiana in Rose Bowl without Nick Saban, Alabama
Nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef recalled over E. coli concerns
Nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef recalled over E. coli concerns
The ground beef was flagged for potential E. coli contamination by routine USDA testing.
www.usatoday.com
December 30, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef recalled over E. coli concerns
Rockford Public Schools teachers fight for raises as concerns surround new superintendent's salary
Rockford Public Schools teachers fight for raises as concerns surround new superintendent’s salary
The district's incoming superintendent could earn more than Governor JB Pritzker while some teachers work a second job to make ends meet.
www.wifr.com
December 28, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Rockford Public Schools teachers fight for raises as concerns surround new superintendent's salary
Big Ten football transfer portal tracker: Who's in, who's out?
Big Ten football transfer portal tracker: Who's in, who's out?
Here's a running list of Big 10 player movement, players who have either announced intention to transfer or it's been reported they will enter portal.
www.usatoday.com
December 27, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Big Ten football transfer portal tracker: Who's in, who's out?
You can find lululemon leggings for $49 in the brand's secret section
You can find lululemon leggings for $49 in the brand's secret section
lululemon is offering year-end specials on the most popular lululemon leggings, from the Align High-Rise Pant to Wunder Tights and more deals.
www.usatoday.com
December 27, 2025 at 3:34 PM
You can find lululemon leggings for $49 in the brand's secret section
Australia 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
Australia 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule has been released. Get your tickets to see Australia while supplies last.
www.usatoday.com
December 27, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Australia 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
Rockford Public Schools teachers fight for raises as concerns surround new superintendent's salar...
Rockford Public Schools teachers fight for raises as concerns surround new superintendent’s salar...
The district's incoming superintendent could earn more than Governor JB Pritzker while some teachers work a second job to make ends meet.For more Local News ...
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December 27, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Rockford Public Schools teachers fight for raises as concerns surround new superintendent's salar...
Snowstorm expected to hit parts of US, NYC could see 10 inches
Snowstorm expected to hit parts of US, NYC could see 10 inches
New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut could be heavily affected by the storm.
www.usatoday.com
December 26, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Snowstorm expected to hit parts of US, NYC could see 10 inches
119 JCPenney stores hang in the balance as deal deadline approaches
119 JCPenney stores hang in the balance as deal deadline approaches
A deal to sell more than 100 JCPenney stores is unlikely to move forward, according to a regulatory filing.
www.usatoday.com
December 24, 2025 at 7:49 PM
119 JCPenney stores hang in the balance as deal deadline approaches
Surfing Santas hit the waves on Christmas Eve. See video.
Surfing Santas hit the waves on Christmas Eve. See video.
Surfing Santas gathered in Florida to catch some waves and raise money for charity.
www.usatoday.com
December 24, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Surfing Santas hit the waves on Christmas Eve. See video.
Ivory Coast 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
Ivory Coast 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule has been released. Get your tickets to see Ivory Coast while supplies last.
www.usatoday.com
December 24, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Ivory Coast 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule