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May 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

A courtroom clash over control and cash at OpenAI

The legal battle between Elon Musk and OpenAI boiled down to timing and trust. Musk argued he was wronged because the company he helped start shifted from a nonprofit to a profit-driven lab. But the jury saw it differently. They ruled Musk waited too long to file his lawsuit. The case dragged on for

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May 19 2026CRIME

New Team Aims to Make Public Transit Safer in Cook County

A fresh effort is now underway to tackle crime on Chicago's bus and train systems. A mix of local and federal agencies have teamed up to form a special task force. This group includes police from Cook County, Chicago, and federal levels, plus transit officials from the CTA, Metra, and Pace. Their ma

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May 19 2026BUSINESS

How Sales Tax Money Helps Build Neighborhoods Just Outside Business Zones

In Louisiana, a recent legal opinion opened the door for a unique way to fund neighborhood growth. The state’s top lawyer looked at a plan in Monroe where sales tax money collected near a busy highway could support new homes a short distance away. The area isn’t officially classified as a business h

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May 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Politics Shape Where Cities Grow

Cities in poorer countries often expand in messy ways. Many new neighborhoods pop up without government permission. People living there usually miss out on clean water, paved roads, or legal home ownership. Politicians notice these areas before elections. They promise land titles to families who vot

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May 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Pittsburgh’s quiet rise in the AI hardware race

Mark Cuban’s recent visit to Carnegie Mellon wasn’t just about nostalgia—it was a clear message about where the next big tech wave is heading. The billionaire investor, who left Pennsylvania during its industrial decline decades ago, surprised many by picking Pittsburgh as his top choice for a start

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Could Old Friends Florida Georgia Line Reunite on Stage?

Rumors of a Florida Georgia Line comeback are buzzing again. This time, the talk isn’t about new music—but about playing a few shows together in 2027. Tyler Hubbard dropped the hint while chatting on a red carpet in 2026. He and Brian Kelley are seriously considering it, not because they’re rushing,

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Reno’s Changing Downtown: Building a New Future

Downtown Reno is getting a major glow-up. Plans are in motion to turn a stretch of West Fourth Street into a lively entertainment zone with housing, stages, and even a towering hotel. The project began years ago when old motels got torn down, clearing space for something fresh. Now, developers are a

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When Movie Plans Go Wrong

In 2009, a big Hollywood movie faced a sudden change before filming even started. Ryan Gosling was initially cast to play a father in "The Lovely Bones, " but he gained weight for the role without the director's go-ahead. When the team realized the character's look didn’t fit the story, they had to

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May 19 2026HEALTH

A New Way to Target Stubborn Fat Without Surgery

Some people struggle with extra weight that just won’t go away, even with diet changes and exercise. Traditional treatments like pills or surgeries can help, but they come with risks or limits. Now, scientists are testing a gentler approach using light and special gels to reshape fat cells safely.

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May 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart glasses that actually make life easier?

Smart glasses used to feel like something straight out of a movie. You strap a mini computer to your face, and suddenly it does everything for you. But most people see them as overpriced gadgets with more hype than real use. Still, when these glasses started popping up everywhere in big cities, curi

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