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A New Face for Pennsylvania’s 7th: Who Will Represent the Working Class?

May 17, 2026

Bob Brooks, a longtime firefighter and union boss, stepped up in the local primary with a short speech that cut straight to the point. He said he’s “been working since I was ten” and that the system is unfair to people like him. His solution? Get folks from ordinary backgrounds into Washington so th

technology

Urgent Fix Needed for Vulnerable Exchange Servers

May 17, 2026

Microsoft’s latest alert focuses on a critical flaw, known as CVE‑2026‑42897, that targets on‑premises Exchange Server installations. The bug allows attackers to send a specially crafted email that, when opened in Outlook Web Access, can run malicious JavaScript right inside the user’s browser. Bec

politics

Long Island Rail Road Strike: Trains Stop, Commuters Stagger

May 17, 2026

The first morning of a new LIRR strike saw the entire network grind to a halt. Workers from several unions walked off the job early Saturday, shutting down all stations across Long Island for the first time since 1994. The move left more than 200, 000 daily riders without their usual train rides and

weather

Storm Watch: Strong Winds and Hail Hit the Midwest

May 17, 2026

A powerful storm system is set to sweep across the central United States, beginning Saturday and lasting until Monday. Meteorologists predict that the weather will intensify each day, reaching its peak on Monday with widespread damage. The storms are expected to bring winds that exceed 75 miles p

weather

Summer Heat Hits Chicago, Storms on the Horizon

May 17, 2026

The Chicago region will feel a strong summer breeze this Sunday, with temperatures climbing into the mid‑80s and clear skies expected by evening. A quick cloud cover may appear overnight, setting the stage for showers that could make Monday mornings rainy and slick. By mid‑day on Monday, the skies w

weather

Rainfall Is Coming, But Alabama Still Faces a Drought

May 17, 2026

Alabama’s weather forecast says rain will arrive later in the week, but it won’t be enough to fix the state’s long‑standing dry spell. Most regions will see light showers, while the southern part of the state—where drought is most severe—will get only a trickle. The U. S. Drought Monitor shows larg

weather

Strong Winds Set for Los Angeles County and Inland Empire This Weekend

May 17, 2026

A wind warning is in effect across parts of Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire until 11 p. m. Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast calls for steady breezes that could reach 40 to 50 miles per hour, especially in areas known for gusty weather such as the San Bernardin

lifestyle

A Century of Food on Ghent Road

May 17, 2026

The spot on Ghent Road in Fairlawn has been a food hub for almost 100 years, switching hands and names more times than most people can count. It started with the Ghent Road Inn in 1930, a roadside stop that offered hearty meals during Prohibition. The first owner promised top‑notch service and a men

business

Family CEO Navigates a Billionaire Legacy

May 17, 2026

Jennifer Harvey leads Crown Worldwide, a logistics firm that grew from a post‑war relocation service to a global player in supply chain solutions. Her father, Jim Thompson, founded the company in 1965 to help U. S. military families settle in Japan. Growing up, she often visited the office and met s

technology

A Laptop, a Radio and 19 Years of Unchanged Keys

May 17, 2026

At night on April 5, a young student in Taichung managed to halt four high‑speed trains that were traveling at up to 300 km/h. He did it with a laptop, a cheap software‑defined radio and a few hand‑held radios. The key that protected the trains’ internal radio system had not been changed in 19 years