The Houston Cougars are making waves again in the Big 12 Tournament. They secured a 77-68 victory over the Colorado Buffaloes, advancing to the semifinals. Emanuel Sharpe was a standout, scoring 19 points before fouling out. Milos Uzan and LJ Cryer also contributed, each adding 14 points to the Coug
A recent proposal in Illinois has sparked debate. A lawmaker has suggested a new bill that could change how police interactions with individuals experiencing mental health episodes are handled. The bill, if passed, would provide a defense for those who attack police officers during such episodes.
Chicago is buzzing with sports excitement as St. Patrick's Day celebrations kick off early. This year, the festivities start on Friday and wrap up on Monday, just in time for the Cubs' season opener in Japan on Tuesday. This means Chicagoans will have plenty to talk about during the Green Beer Agend
The White House recently decided to withdraw the nomination of Dr. David Weldon to head the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The decision came just before Weldon's scheduled confirmation hearing. The reason for this abrupt change? Weldon lacked the necessary votes to secure the position.
The political world was buzzing with a revelation. A former top aide of President Trump, Alina Habba, shared a glimpse into the "fake Oval Office" used by President Joe Biden. This wasn't the real Oval Office but a replica set up in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building (EEOB). The stage was equi
The EPA has decided to rethink a big decision from over a decade ago. Back in 2009, they declared that greenhouse gases pose a serious threat to public health. This move is part of a larger plan to change or get rid of many environmental rules. The EPA is looking at rules about pollution from coal p
A beloved figure in the music scene, DJ Funk, known for his pioneering work in the ghetto house genre, has left this world at the age of 54. His journey began in Chicago, where he was born on March 5, 1971. DJ Funk, whose real name was Charles Chambers, was a trailblazer in the music industry. He wa
The Houston Texans and Philadelphia Eagles recently made a big move. They swapped players and draft picks. The Texans got defensive back C. J. Gardner-Johnson and a 2026 sixth-round pick. In return, the Eagles received guard Kenyon Green and a 2026 fifth-round pick. This trade was all about money an
A tense situation unfolded near the White House on a Sunday morning. A man armed with a firearm was shot by Secret Service agents. The man was not the President, who was not present at the White House at the time. The man was reportedly suicidal and had traveled from Indiana to Washington D. C.
Trump recently shook things up by hinting at stricter sanctions on Russia. He wants a ceasefire in Ukraine and a peace deal. He posted this on Truth Social. He said, "Russia is hitting Ukraine hard right now. I might impose big banking sanctions, tariffs, and more until a ceasefire and peace deal ar
