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Batavia’s Jewelry Store Turns 21 with a Diamond Raffle and Trunk Show

April 2, 2026

A local jewelry shop in Batavia is throwing a party to celebrate 21 years in business—a milestone that doesn’t just mark time but also cements its place in the community. Instead of just blowing out candles, K. Hollis Jewelers is rolling out a celebration packed with estate jewelry, free snacks, and

business

Big publishers feel the pinch when cash runs low

April 2, 2026

A company that once printed glossy books for pop stars and popes has suddenly run out of cash. The publisher behind books like a Madonna photo album and a coffee-table edition on Michelangelo’s ceiling told a judge it cannot pay its bills right now. It once got a loan from a tech legend to launch di

sports

FSU’s Baseball Team Faces Big Challenge Without Their Top Hitter

April 2, 2026

Florida State University’s baseball team just lost their star first baseman, Myles Bailey, for the season after a serious ankle injury during a game against Duke. Bailey was having an incredible year, smashing 13 home runs and driving in 33 runs with a batting average of . 363. Without him, the Semi

entertainment

Big Names, Big Problems: Why the Met Gala Isn't Always a Dream Night

April 2, 2026

The Met Gala might look like a magical night from the outside, but behind the glitter and headlines, some of the biggest stars admit it can be a nightmare. The event, famous for its wild fashion and high-profile guests, turns out to be less about glamour and more about stress for many attendees. Fro

education

New college paths open for Illinois students

April 2, 2026

Two Illinois schools, Western Illinois University and Black Hawk College, have created a new plan to help students move between schools more easily. The agreement lets students finish their first two years at Black Hawk College and then transfer to Western Illinois University to complete their degre

crime

London sees more arrests in ambulance arson case tied to antisemitic motives

April 2, 2026

Police in London have taken three more people into custody over a fire that damaged four ambulances owned by a Jewish volunteer group. The incident happened in Golders Green, an area with a big Jewish community. Two of the suspects are 20 and 19 years old, while the third is just 17 and holds both B

technology

Microsoft Secures Big Texas Power Deal for Data Centers

April 1, 2026

Microsoft is closing a huge agreement to lock in a steady electricity supply for its growing data‑center needs. The deal involves a new gas‑powered plant in West Texas that will deliver 2, 500 megawatts of power—one of the largest projects in the state. The project is valued at about $7 billion and

entertainment

A Light‑Hearted Take on Crime in Netflix’s New Series

April 1, 2026

Guy Ritchie has long mixed sharp action with a splash of humor, and his newest Netflix project keeps that tradition alive. Instead of the usual bleak crime shows filled with relentless violence, this series offers a fresh twist: a blend of comedy and crime that feels like a breath of fresh air fo

crime

A Night of Tragic Shootings Hits Queens and Manhattan

April 1, 2026

In the early hours of Wednesday, April 1, police in Queens responded to a frantic call about gunfire inside an apartment on 84th Street. Officers discovered two young people, an 18‑year‑old woman and a 20‑year‑old man, both fatally wounded. The victims were reported to be in a relationship and share

weather

Unexpected Snowstorm Hits Upper Midwest, Threatening Easter Travel

April 1, 2026

The National Weather Service has warned that a sudden winter system will bring 6 to 12 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 40 mph across parts of South Dakota, Minnesota, and Michigan from Wednesday through Friday. This late‑season blizzard comes just as spring officially starts, turning roads in