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Heat, Lightning and Rising Tides: What to Expect This Weekend

July 9, 2026

The Bay Area’s temperatures are set to climb this weekend. On Thursday, the heat will hit its normal summer highs, with inland spots reaching the upper 80s. By Saturday, those numbers will push into the low 90s, and Monday could see mid‑90s temperatures as a monsoon‑like pattern starts to move in fr

art

New Art Shows Spotlight Local Talent

July 9, 2026

Akron Soul Train is opening its doors to fresh art displays that celebrate local creativity. The gallery will host works by 2026 artists‑in‑residence Josh Maxwell and Kristen Mimms Scavnicky, as well as rising star Nick Lee. All pieces are free to view until July 18. Maxwell’s collection, titled “W

politics

Illinois Faces Mixed Challenges and Wins in State Ranking Report

July 9, 2026

The new State of the Nation report puts Illinois in a curious spot on the national stage. It ranks high in mental health, trust, and economic performance, landing it 4th, 9th, and 11th respectively among all states. Those are solid achievements that show Illinois is doing well in supporting its peop

opinion

Hidden Money, Hidden Voices: Why Colleges Need a New Rule

July 9, 2026

Two women who have faced death threats for speaking out against extremist groups share a common warning. One came from Pakistan, became a teacher in America, and started an organization to fight extremism after 9/11. The other fled Egypt after the October 7 attacks and has spent years tracking

business

Family Chef Turns Truck into Mobile Feast

July 9, 2026

A New Haven chef and his daughter have turned a black delivery truck into a traveling kitchen, offering fresh‑cooked meals at events from summer to October. The owner of the Cast Iron Chef Chop House & Oyster Bar now prepares dishes on site, keeping everything hot and flavorful. The daughter, who ma

science

Birds and Fish Move Like Tiny Springy Crystals

July 9, 2026

Scientists at New York University have found that when birds fly in lines or fish swim in schools, they behave similarly to a soft crystal. In this material, tiny “atoms” sit evenly in a lattice and are linked by flexible bonds that can stretch or bend. The researchers suggest that each bird or fish

technology

iPod Wins Big Prize After 30 Years of Tech Awards

July 9, 2026

The tech magazine that started in the U. K. in 1996 has reached its 30th year. It announced a special list of winners for this milestone. A new category called “Biggest Product in T3’s Lifetime” was added. The winner is the Apple iPod. It helped turn a computer maker into a portable device

politics

Women’s Words, Politics and Power

July 9, 2026

The debate over Senator Platner shows how politics can shape who people trust. When a newspaper spotlighted a woman’s claim against him, Democrats were slow to see his past controversies. Later, when another woman accused him of a serious crime, the story gained more weight and public opinion shifte

crime

A Federal Agent Kills a Hotel Guest in Memphis

July 9, 2026

In Memphis, a federal crime‑fighting team ended a day with another fatal shooting. The victim was the second person killed by an agent from this unit in just four days, and it marks the fourth death linked to the task force since its start in September. The incident happened while U. S. Drug Enfo

entertainment

The Rise of Harlem’s Boss and the Irish Crime Wave

July 9, 2026

Harlem’s own Bumpy Johnson, a charismatic Black gangster, rose to power in the 1960s by challenging the dominant Italian mob. The new drama portrays his clash with Vincent “Chin” Gigante, a Genovese leader who famously feigned insanity to dodge jail. The show dramatizes Johnson’s inner battle betwee