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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

crime

Religious slurs at weekend park clashes spark police inquiries

April 20, 2026

Two separate weekend incidents at Chicago-area parks have led to police investigations after Jewish youth reported being targeted with anti-Semitic remarks. In Skokie's Lorel Park, a group of young girls claimed they were verbally abused about their religion while being pelted with wood chips and ha

politics

Small Steps, Big Impact: How Two Teens Changed Laws in Virginia

April 20, 2026

Back in 2023, hate crimes in Virginia jumped up by 15%, even as the rest of the country saw a slight drop. That surprising difference made Randall Nied, a high school sophomore, curious. During a family dinner, his dad—a lawyer—suggested he dig deeper. Randall found out Virginia had strong privacy p

celebrities

Historic Philly Night Brings Presidents, Stars Together

April 18, 2026

The Kimmel Center in Center City hosted a lively gathering that pulled together former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Joe Biden for a special History Channel event. The evening kicked off with an intimate chat between Bush and his daughter Jenna Bush Hager, setting a relaxed tone for th

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

crime

Kanye’s European Tour Hits a New Roadblock in Poland

April 18, 2026

The rapper known as Ye is facing another cancellation, this time in southern Poland. Stadion Slaski plans to drop the June 19 concert after the country’s Culture Minister said the event would normalize hate in a nation still haunted by Holocaust history. The decision follows similar bans in France a