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The Chicks singer is back in political controversy territory after posting a fiery anti-Trump message that included a brutal censored insult and references to January 6.

Amidst the glitz of the ACM Awards, one artist’s triumph stands out—Ella Langley’s powerful words echo a new era for country music.

'Dutton Ranch' fans have a theory about Everett McKinney that if true, will turn the show upside down.

From chart-topping hits to playful banter, Riley Green and Ella Langley are proving that great partnerships can lead to even greater adventures.

How should the ACM Awards fix it? We've got an idea or two.

A city in Illinois is now one of the top 13 real estate markets in America and it isn't anywhere near Chicago.

Just when you thought the fragrance scene couldn't get any more exciting, a debut scent has everyone talking and searching high and low.

Zach Top shared some blunt thoughts about sobriety culture, suggesting some people in country music are embracing it more for attention than personal health.

Carly Pearce said she saw “Jekyll and Hyde” behavior from ex-husband Michael Ray almost immediately after they got married — and knew she needed out.

See the top 10 Illinois barbecue places based on online reviews.

Cody Johnson's post-show photo opp. and Ella Langley's aftershow interview are two important things you missed. Plus, the full story of Ashley McBryde's speech.

Missouri now has data showing tick bite-related emergency room visits are on the rise.

Kansas City’s Grünauer was named Missouri’s most beautiful restaurant, serving authentic Austrian and Central European cuisine inside Union Station.

Ashley McBryde's ACM Awards speech was not like the others. Here's what — and who — inspired this moment.

Cody Johnson's ACM Entertainer of the Year award win was a longtime coming.

An investigation for the past year has resulted in an indictment of a Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper who is accused of an elaborate towing scheme plot.

"We have been toying around and flirting with the idea of playing a handful of shows next year, and that gets us both excited," Hubbard reveals.

Missouri’s new Purple Law would create an autism alert system for missing children with developmental disabilities statewide.

Ella's necklace certainly made a statement at the ACM Awards.

Luke Bryan shares his wildest meet-and-greet stories.

One of the most popular Missouri content creators is famous for just wandering around.

Lauren Alaina put out her head down and wept as she spoke about the importance of supporting mental health at the 2026 ACM Awards.

Blake Shelton closed the 2026 ACM Awards with an emotional performance of “The Gambler” honoring legendary songwriter Don Schlitz.

Ice cream widely available in Illinois is under an urgent recall due to the potential that it contains metal fragments.

A few major stars were notably absent at the awards show.

Country singers weren't afraid to take risks at the 2026 ACM Awards.

Cody Johnson was not expecting to win Entertainer of the Year but his improvised speech was one of the night's greatest highlights.

"Thank you to the women," Ella Langley said as she accepted her ACM Female Artist of the Year trophy. "I would not be standing up here without the women."

This thing is a stunner!

Keith Urban's been working on a yacht rock album, and maybe that's what inspired his relaxed, easygoing ACM Awards carpet look.

2026 is the year of Ella, and she looked every bit the part.

Who do you think is country music's best dressed at the ACM Awards?

Lainey Wilson changed up her signature style at the ACM Awards, trading her famous bell-bottoms for a dramatic red gown.