New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, made waves on Friday by undoing a bunch of executive orders from his predecessor, Eric Adams. Adams had issued these orders after being charged in 2024 with some serious allegations, including taking illegal campaign money and fancy trips from Turkish folks
Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native, made waves early in his papacy with a powerful message on Pentecost Sunday. He emphasized the importance of openness and love, urging people to overcome prejudices and fears of those who are different. His words resonated deeply, especially in a world grappling with r
Saks Global is going through a tough time. The company's CEO, Marc Metrick, has left his position. This comes as the luxury retail group is having trouble paying off its debts. The company missed a loan payment and is thinking about filing for bankruptcy. Richard Baker, who was the executive chairm
The College Football Playoff is facing a puzzling trend. Teams that get a first-round bye, a supposed reward, are losing more often than not. Over two seasons, seven out of eight top-four teams have stumbled in the quarterfinals. This has sparked a debate: is resting too long hurting these teams, or
Legoland Florida is getting ready to launch something big! After 15 years, they are finally adding a new rollercoaster to their park. This isn't just any ride—it's a space-themed adventure called the Galacticoaster. It will open its doors on February 27, 2026. This ride is special because it's the
In recent times, the debate over climate science has become a battleground. Some people say that the Trump administration is trying to silence climate science. They compare it to the Soviet Union under Stalin. But others say that the administration is just trying to stop the spread of biased informa
In 2026, Green Bay area schools are gearing up for a year packed with changes. New leaders will step in, and tough decisions about money will be on the table. Some schools might even ask voters for extra funds. First up, several school districts are on the hunt for new superintendents. Green Bay an
Donald Trump, the former president, took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to criticize actor George Clooney. Trump's post, made on New Year's Eve, was filled with harsh words. He called Clooney an "average guy" who often complained about politics. Trump also dismissed Clooney's acting car
In Illinois, a new law is changing the lighting game. Starting now, stores can't sell or give away certain fluorescent bulbs with screw or bayonet bases. But wait, there's more! In 2027, the ban will also cover pin-base compact fluorescents and linear fluorescents. Why the big change? Some folks, l
New Year's Day has always been a big deal for local news. Over the years, newspapers have captured the spirit of the day, showing how communities celebrated and what they worried about. Let's take a look at how things have changed and stayed the same. In 1890, the Sterling Evening Gazette was all a
