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Explore Northern Illinois Museums Beyond Chicago

April 21, 2026

Northern Illinois hides a treasure trove of museums that offer more than just art displays. These spots cover history, science, and quirky local tales, making them perfect for family trips or weekend adventures. The Lizzadro Museum in Oak Brook showcases gems and stone carvings, letting kids touc

politics

Bezos Faces Backlash Before Big New York Gala

April 21, 2026

A wave of protest posters has appeared across Manhattan, targeting the Amazon founder before his role as a main sponsor for this year’s Met Gala. The event, set to take place on the first Monday of May, is expected to attract many celebrities and high‑profile guests. The banners are strategically

crime

When Important Events Get Interrupted by Fake Threats

April 21, 2026

A harmless three-day gathering turned chaotic on April 19 when someone decided to play a cruel joke. Around 500 people were enjoying a conference at a museum dedicated to technology and history when an anonymous caller tricked police into thinking there was a bomb. The call came in just before 2:15

science

Science superstars from Boston shine at major awards night

April 19, 2026

Four Boston-based scientists walked away with top honors from an awards event that values breakthroughs more than Hollywood does. Held on a Saturday in Los Angeles, the ceremony recognizes discoveries that can take a decade or more to prove, unlike Oscars that focus only on the previous year’s films

politics

Doctors Fight Back in the Midterms

April 18, 2026

A group of more than thirty doctors, nurses and other health experts have entered this year’s congressional races. They say they want to stop what they see as the Trump and Kennedy administrations’ harmful health policies, such as cutting Medicare and ending federal insurance subsidies. Some of them

politics

Unexpected Twist in Illinois Corruption Trial

April 18, 2026

The “ComEd Four” case, once seen as a headline story of state corruption, has taken an unpredictable turn. A recent decision by the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the convictions of two key defendants, former ComEd chief Anne Pramaggiore and retired lobbyist Michael McClain. The reversal ca

religion

Nation Reads the Bible Cover to Cover for 250th Anniversary

April 18, 2026

Washington, D. C. will host a unique gathering in late April as more than five hundred Christian leaders and Hollywood personalities come together to read the entire Bible aloud. The event, called America Reads the Bible, runs from April 19 to 25 at the Museum of the Bible and celebrates the United

entertainment

Sweet Tunes and Big Stories in Arkansas

April 18, 2026

A new play about chocolate makes its way to North Little Rock’s Argenta Contemporary Theatre, where actors bring Roald Dahl’s tale to life with fresh music and lively staging. The show runs in the evenings from late April through early May, with special rush tickets available on the day of performa

entertainment

Summer Fun Returns: Frankie’s Park Gets a Fresh Look

April 18, 2026

Frankie’s Fun Park, a beloved spot for families in North Charleston since 1990, is set to open its doors again this summer after a big makeover. The new design adds an 18, 875‑square‑foot arcade and upgrades the existing buildings, giving visitors more games and better food spots. A highlight of

politics

Trailblazing Illinois Lawmaker Who Crossed Aisles

April 18, 2026

Barbara Flynn Currie, who served in the Illinois House for forty years, died at 85. During a 2016 vote on Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s pension plan, she became the only Democrat to hand a handshake to three Republicans who defied their party and overrode Governor Bruce Rauner’s veto. Her career began