B

Dec 24 2025WEATHER

South Bend's Leaf Cleanup: What You Need to Know

South Bend is getting ready to tackle those pesky leaves again. The city's leaf cleanup crew is set to start back up on December 24th. But remember, this is only if the weather plays nice. They'll begin with Zone 7 and move on to the next areas once they're done. Earlier in December, the leaf clean

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

AMC's Stock Struggles Despite Avatar's Big Opening

AMC's stock hit a new low, dropping to $1. 64. This happened even though the company had a great weekend with the new Avatar movie. The movie brought in over 4 million people and made $88 million. Most of the money came from special 3D showings. Investors are not happy. They are worried about the f

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Holiday Hoops and Hits: A Look at Christmas Sports

Christmas Day isn't just about presents and feasts; it's also a big day for sports fans. With a packed schedule, viewers can catch some exciting NBA and NFL games. This year, five NBA games and three NFL games are lined up, stretching over 12 hours. It's a great way to take a break from family time

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025SPORTS

Naoya Inoue: A New Approach to Boxing

Naoya Inoue, the undisputed 122-pound champion, showed a new side of himself in his recent fight. He chose to be calm instead of going for a quick win. This was a big change for him. Usually, Inoue loves to entertain fans with exciting knockouts. But this time, he decided to be smart and not take un

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

A Leader's Journey: Empowering Latinos Through Business

Gale Castillo's journey began with a simple yet profound moment. Her son, a high school junior, was once asked by a friend, "What gang are you in? " This question came after a class discussion about his Mexican heritage. The friend, who had known him since kindergarten, should have known better. Thi

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

Unlocking the Secrets to Thriving Business Partnerships

Business partnerships, also known as ecosystems, are a hot topic these days. Everyone is talking about them, but many companies struggle to make them work. The problem? They often make the same mistakes right from the start. First, many companies think that having a platform or a network of partner

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Florida's Catholic Leaders Ask for a Break in Immigration Actions

Florida's Catholic bishops have a request for President Trump. They want him to take a break from immigration enforcement until after the Christmas holidays. They believe this would show kindness to families affected by these actions. The bishops sent a letter on Monday. It was addressed to both Pr

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025BUSINESS

A New Way to Cook and Connect in Downtown Frankfort

Downtown Frankfort is getting a new spot where people can cook and have fun together. It's called Whisk & Flame. This place is not just a restaurant. It's a place where people can take cooking classes and enjoy a meal with friends or family. The owner, Joe Evans, thinks Frankfort is a great place f

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025HEALTH

A Rare Dog Rabies Case Stirs Concern in Illinois

A shocking event has taken place in Chicago, Illinois. A young dog was found to have rabies, a disease not seen in a dog in the state for over three decades. The dog, less than a year old, was part of a rescue effort from the Southeastern U. S. and was adopted by a local family. The dog's behavior

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025HEALTH

Flu Cases Skyrocket in Boston: Why You Should Care

Boston is facing a significant increase in flu cases this year, with numbers rising sharply in December. Health officials are urging everyone to take precautions, especially as more people gather indoors during the winter months. The city has seen a 114% jump in flu cases in just the first two weeks

reading time less than a minute