In a move that surprised many, the Lockport Township High School District 205 Board made a decision that will keep their current superintendent, Robert McBride, in his role for another year. This decision was made during a recent board meeting, where all members agreed to extend McBride's contract u
Prostate cancer is a big deal. It's the most common cancer in men, both in the U. S. and worldwide. And it's getting more common, especially the serious kind. But what makes some cases more aggressive than others? That's a tough question. Some research suggests that heart and metabolic health might
Wayfair's Way Day event is back, offering big discounts on a wide range of home items. From October 26 to October 29, shoppers can enjoy up to 80% off on various products, making it an ideal time to refresh your living space before the holidays. The event features a diverse selection of items, all
Liver health often gets overlooked. It's time to change that. The United Nations is talking about non-communicable diseases. But they're missing a big piece of the puzzle. The liver is a vital organ. It filters toxins. It helps digestion. Yet, it's not getting the attention it deserves. Diseases lik
In Baltimore County, a simple breakup has turned into a complicated legal situation. David Andre Johnson, 32, is now facing a whopping 151 charges. It all started with a fight between him and his ex-girlfriend. But things quickly got out of hand. Johnson is accused of doing some pretty bad things.
A recent dispute between the U. S. and Canada has taken an unexpected turn. It all started with a TV ad from Ontario that used a clip of former President Ronald Reagan speaking out against tariffs. The U. S. president took issue with the ad, calling it "fraudulent" and decided to raise tariffs on Ca
California recently passed two new laws aimed at tackling climate change. These laws require large companies to report the greenhouse gas emissions caused by their products and the risks they face due to climate change. This is a big deal because, until now, companies only had to report their own em
Hurricane Melissa is growing stronger and is expected to hit Jamaica and Haiti hard. This storm could become a Category 5 hurricane, which is the most severe level. The slow movement of the hurricane means it will bring a lot of rain and strong winds. The hurricane is currently about 130 miles sout
A legal fight is heating up between the Village of Sugar Grove and Kaneland District 302 over a big development project called the Grove. The school district is trying to stop the 760-acre Crown Development tax increment finance (TIF) district. They say it doesn't meet the rules for a TIF. A TIF is
The TWEAK/Fn14 pathway is a hot topic in medical research. It's a system in our bodies that helps control how cells grow, move, and change. This pathway is part of a larger group called the TNF superfamily. It's like a switch that can turn on or off different processes in our cells. In skin problem
