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Bears on the Move: Illinois vs. Indiana Stadium Showdown

March 15, 2026

The debate over where the Chicago Bears will play next season has moved from the suburbs to a state‑wide rivalry. In late February, Indiana’s governor signed a bill that opens the door for a brand‑new stadium in Hammond, just 28 miles north of Chicago. The state’s plan offers the team a modern

crypto

Agents Are Set to Pay for Everything

March 15, 2026

The idea that future money will be handled by computer programs instead of people has gained traction among crypto enthusiasts. Two influential founders, Brian Armstrong of Coinbase and Changpeng Zhao of Binance, recently shared that they expect autonomous agents to outnumber humans in online transa

finance

Cutting Card Fees: A Win for Illinois Families and Small Shops

March 15, 2026

In many towns across Illinois, people are feeling the pinch from higher prices on everyday items—food, rent, and utilities all climb each year. A hidden culprit of these hikes is the extra charge that credit card companies add when you swipe your card. They have long taken a cut on not only what the

entertainment

Oscars 2026: A Wild Night With New Hosts and Big Surprises

March 14, 2026

The 2026 Oscars promise more drama than most years, with many top awards still undecided before the show starts. Two Warner Bros. releases are in a tight race for best picture and acting honors. “One Battle After Another” has already won major prizes at the Golden Globes and other guilds, giving

opinion

Speed Cameras Save Kids in School Roads

March 14, 2026

Florida has just allowed speed cameras to work in school zones. A study in Fort Walton Beach showed that these cameras cut speeding by 95 percent. There are over 30, 000 students in Okaloosa County each day. Every one of them should get home safely. Police can’t stand outside every schoo

health

Vaccines, Misinformation, and a County’s Measles Fight

March 14, 2026

The county that once celebrated its low crime rate now faces a silent threat. Measles, a disease thought gone from the U. S. , has returned with nearly a thousand confirmed cases. The cause is clear: fewer children are receiving vaccines, and the protective shield around schools has weakened. ...

education

Celebrating Local Scholars: A Look at Their Academic Wins

March 14, 2026

Osceola County students are making waves far beyond their hometown, earning top honors at a variety of colleges and universities across the country. One standout is Jalen Amari Gummer, who earned a cum laude Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Furman University. His success is a reminder tha

weather

Storms and Snow: A Quick Look at Sunday’s Weather in Chicago

March 14, 2026

A sudden shift in weather is expected for the Chicago region, with strong thunderstorms and powerful winds likely to hit parts of the city on Sunday. The Storm Prediction Center has flagged most of the area as a “marginal” threat, while some counties near Kankakee and Will face a slightly higher ris

technology

Uber’s New Drive: Kalanick Launches Fresh Self‑Driving Venture

March 14, 2026

Travis Kalanick, the former Uber chief, is starting a new company that will build self‑driving cars. He says he wants to push the technology faster than competitors like Waymo. Uber is reportedly giving the project strong financial support. Kalanick’s plan includes buying Pronto, a startup that m

sports

Brackets in Motion: How the 2026 NCAA Picks Are Shifting

March 13, 2026

The path to March Madness is tightening as the last conference tournaments finish. Teams that were once on the bubble are now in the spotlight, and the top seeds may change depending on a few key games. The NCAA uses an advanced system called NET Rankings to decide who gets in and where they sit on