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Michigan Bounces Back: Five Lessons from the Northwestern Comeback

February 12, 2026

The Wolverines made a big comeback against the Wildcats, winning 87‑75. They moved to 23‑1 overall and 13‑1 in the Big Ten. They lost early, trailing by 16 points, but they kept fighting. They ended the game with an energetic run that left the Wildcats stunned. One key lesson is not to ignore

education

New Board Member Aims to Strengthen Highland Schools

February 12, 2026

John Ross recently joined the board of education for Highland Local Schools, bringing a fresh outlook and a focus on solid leadership. He emphasizes the importance of listening to parents, teachers, and students while steering the district toward academic success. Ross wants the board to stay financ

sports

Canada vs Czechia: Big Odds, Bigger Bonuses

February 12, 2026

BetMGM is offering a 20 % match on the first deposit, up to $1, 500, for fans who want to bet on the opening match of the men’s hockey tournament at the Winter Olympics. The promo code to claim this is NYPDM1500, and it can be used when signing up on the sportsbook. For example, if you put $50

sports

Data‑Driven Skating: How Science Is Shaping the Ice

February 12, 2026

Lindsay Slater Hannigan, a professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago, blends research and coaching to help U. S. Figure Skating athletes reach their peak. She is also in Stamford, Connecticut, where she consults for NBC’s 2026 Winter Olympics broadcast. Her team is small—just a handful o

environment

Data Centers: A Growing Concern for Illinois

February 12, 2026

Illinois is facing a big challenge with data centers. These huge facilities are popping up quickly, and they're causing some problems. They use a lot of water and electricity. This is making people's bills go up. Plus, they might be hurting the environment. A new law called the Power Act is being p

environment

Southern Storms: A Tale of Loss and Lessons

February 12, 2026

The South is still feeling the effects of a recent storm that brought snow, ice, and destruction. Many people lost their lives, and thousands are dealing with the aftermath. Homes and businesses were damaged, and many people had to go without power for over a week. But the most noticeable damage wa

crime

A Political Argument Turns Violent: Teen Left Injured

February 12, 2026

In Wilmington, Illinois, a heated debate about politics took a dark turn when a 47-year-old woman, Tara Heine, allegedly attacked a 15-year-old girl. The incident, which happened on Super Bowl Sunday, left the teenager with visible injuries and Heine facing serious charges. Heine has been in and ou

politics

Iowa’s New Plan to Catch the Chicago Bears

February 11, 2026

The state of Iowa is rolling out a fresh proposal that could bring an NFL team to its doorstep. Senate File 2252 aims to tweak the Major Economic Growth Attraction (MEGA) program so that a professional football franchise could receive tax breaks and other incentives when it builds a stadium in the s

politics

The U. S. Cuts $600 Million From Four State Health Budgets

February 11, 2026

A new policy by the federal government will remove about $600 million from the health budgets of California, Colorado, Illinois and Minnesota. The money had been given by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help state health departments and nonprofits. The administration says the

politics

Women Powering Local School Wins in the Suburbs

February 11, 2026

In recent years, suburban voters have shifted their focus from national drama to everyday school matters. A new study by a network of over 700, 000 suburban women shows that candidates labeled “extremist” lost about 62 % of their contests, while those described as “common sense” won in key states