Chicagoans woke up to a surprisingly warm start on Thursday, with temperatures in the 40s and light drizzle. But the weather had a dramatic change in store. By mid-morning, a swift line of showers began moving in from the west, bringing steady rain and even some heavy downpours. The rain was accompa
Chicago's mayor, Brandon Johnson, has a plan to borrow a huge amount of money. He wants to sell bonds worth $3. 8 billion. But not everyone is on board with this idea. One city council member, Alderman Bill Conway, is pushing back. He thinks the amount is too high. He wants to cut it down by more t
South Korean actors are increasingly looking to Hollywood for opportunities, driven by the global success of Korean entertainment. This shift is not just about fame but also about breaking free from local industry constraints. Actors like Amy Baik are finding that Hollywood offers a different set o
Southern Boone County R-I School District is considering a big change. They might switch to a four-day school week. This could start in the 2026-27 school year. On the days they do go to school, classes would run longer. School would start at 7:50 a. m. and end at 3:25 p. m. from Tuesday to Friday.
Chicago is bracing for a harsh weekend, with snow and dangerously low temperatures on the way. The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for several counties in Illinois and Wisconsin, starting Saturday evening and lasting until Sunday noon. A Winter Weather Advisory is also in
South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak, with 114 confirmed cases as of December 10. Most of these cases are in the upstate region, and nearly all of them are in unvaccinated people. The state's health officials have put 254 people in quarantine, including 16 in isolation. The outbreak
Chicago is about to get really cold. A weather alert has been sent out for many areas around the city. This alert covers parts of Illinois and Indiana. It starts Saturday night and lasts until noon on Sunday. During this time, the wind will make it feel like it's -20 to -25 degrees outside. This kin
South Carolina is facing a tough situation with measles. Over 110 people have gotten sick, and more than 250 others are stuck in quarantine because they might have been exposed. This is part of a bigger problem happening across the country. The outbreak started in October and is mostly in Spartanbu
South Park's latest festive special didn't shy away from controversy. It wrapped up a season filled with heated debates and record-breaking ratings. The show's creators, Matt Stone and Trey Parker, are known for their last-minute writing process. This time, they surprised fans by avoiding a big, exp
South Korea is making some big moves to boost its economy. The finance ministry is planning to create a sovereign wealth fund, similar to those in Singapore and Australia, by the first half of next year. This fund will help manage state-owned properties worth a whopping 1, 300 trillion won. The goal
