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Shop the best MLK Day 2026 sales and deals happening this weekend
Shop the best MLK Day 2026 sales and deals happening this weekend
Save big with the best MLK Day sales of 2026! Shop huge deals on TVs, mattresses, winter apparel and more this holiday weekend.
www.usatoday.com
January 16, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Shop the best MLK Day 2026 sales and deals happening this weekend
Harlem High School senior to represent Chicago Bears at Super Bowl
Harlem High School senior to represent Chicago Bears at Super Bowl
By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app MACHESNEY PARK — A flag football standout and multi-sport athlete
www.rockrivercurrent.com
January 16, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Harlem High School senior to represent Chicago Bears at Super Bowl
Pitbull is touring in 2026, here's how to get tickets
Pitbull is touring in 2026, here's how to get tickets
"Mr. Worldwide" will kick off his 2026 "I'm Back" tour this summer with special guests Lil Jon and DJ Laz. Get your tickets today.
www.usatoday.com
January 16, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Pitbull is touring in 2026, here's how to get tickets
Shop 10 must‑own USA TODAY college football books, perfect for any fan
Shop 10 must‑own USA TODAY college football books, perfect for any fan
The USA TODAY Store has plenty of college football books that are great for reading and displaying on your coffee table. Here's 10 must-have books.
www.usatoday.com
January 14, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Shop 10 must‑own USA TODAY college football books, perfect for any fan
Tackle your 2026 wellness goals with AllTrails + ChatGPT Health
Tackle your 2026 wellness goals with AllTrails + ChatGPT Health
AllTrails joins ChatGPT Health to turn wellness goals into real outdoor experiences with personalized trail tips. Sign up for the waitlist today.
www.usatoday.com
January 14, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Tackle your 2026 wellness goals with AllTrails + ChatGPT Health
Casino funds to boost Rockford economy and create 100 jobs
Casino funds to boost Rockford economy and create 100 jobs
The City Council of Rockford, Illinois has approved funding initiatives using casino revenue to support local businesses and community growth, including $250,000 to restart Rockford Brake Manufactu…
www.mystateline.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:19 AM
Casino funds to boost Rockford economy and create 100 jobs
The Rockford region's housing market saw a new inventory low in 2025
The Rockford region's housing market saw a new inventory low in 2025
Trend could change in 2026 with homebuilding picking up By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD
www.rockrivercurrent.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:04 AM
The Rockford region's housing market saw a new inventory low in 2025
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?