A food trailer in downtown Kankakee went up in flames one afternoon, leaving behind a charred shell and a gap in the community. Firefighters arrived quickly and put out the fire before it could spread, but the trailer—used by Brother George’s BBQ—was left badly damaged. The pickup truck attached to
The Bay County Historical Museum has a new leader stepping into the role this summer. Kyle Proctor starts as executive director on June 1, bringing over two decades of experience in running organizations and shaping their direction. His background includes high-level jobs in corporate communications
Bitcoin may still be falling. A seasoned trader thinks the coin could hit $60, 000 again before it starts to rise. He said Bitcoin looks like a bear flag after a sharp drop, and the market is nervous about liquidations. The price slipped into the $60, 000 area and traders fear more selling. The nex
Silke Hensel has stepped into the role of Global Chief Marketing Officer for Ultimate Performance, a top-tier personal training company. Her arrival signals a shift toward long‑term brand building over quick sales tactics. Hensel brings more than fifteen years of experience running marketing teams
A recent vote in the U. S. House shows cracks in the usual teamwork among Republicans. A mix of Democrats and some Republicans backed a bill to send money and weapons to Ukraine and add tougher rules against Russia. This happened after months of the bill sitting idle, proving that not every lawmaker
A plan to bring a big trucking and excavation company to Homer Township hit a snag when local leaders and residents pushed back. Badger Daylighting wants to build an office and park around 30 trucks on 38 acres near 159th Street. The company uses high-pressure water to dig safely around buried pipes
The New York Knicks didn’t just win Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals—they turned it into a pop culture moment. Down double digits early, Jalen Brunson dragged the team back with a clutch 30-point fourth quarter, sealing a 105-95 victory over the Spurs. The win wasn’t just about basketball; it was about
A new executive order has reclassified about 8, 000 civil service roles as political positions, placing many senior officials who manage NIH grant decisions under the White House’s influence. These appointments are crucial because they decide which research projects receive federal funding and ho
A White House source says President Trump may announce a new plan to use the 1950 Defense Production Act for coal. The proposal would channel almost $700 million into upgrading more than a dozen power plants, building a large export terminal on the West Coast, and matching corporate money for new fa
A resident of Lanexa, an artist named Patty Putnam is stepping forward in a national art contest that could change her future. She has faced many health problems after losing her job as a visual director at Saks Fifth Avenue. Eight chronic illnesses made it hard for her to keep moving and working
