Mayor Brandon Johnson and his allies decided to delay the final vote on the 2025 budget until Monday, instead of voting as expected on Friday. Johnson's budget plan includes a $68. 5 million property tax hike and other fee and tax increases. This decision follows an extended and contentious budget s
The San Francisco 49ers, who won the NFC title last year, are facing an all-too-familiar problem. They lost again in the final quarter, this time to the Los Angeles Rams by a score of 12-6. The game had some surprising moments, like linebacker De’Vondre Campbell not stepping in when teammate Dre Gre
Today, we're not just celebrating Taylor Swift turning 35, but also Jamie Foxx, Steve Buscemi, and Wendie Malick. For Taylor and everyone else celebrating today, remember that not every opportunity will fit your situation. Take your time to plan and avoid rushing into too many things at once. It's a
Thinking about going to a private high school in Chile? It might pay off in the long run. Research shows that graduates from private schools can make around $100 to $140 more each month compared to those from public schools. That's a significant 15% to 22% increase in earnings! Why? Private schools
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres visited Lesotho, urging rich countries to keep their climate finance promises. He highlighted the urgency for Africa, which faces severe impacts despite contributing little to global warming. Guterres also pushed for permanent African seats on the UN
President-elect Trump's tariff plans might hike video game console prices. The PS5 Pro could jump from $700 to $980 due to tariffs. Should you buy it now with a credit card or a buy now, pay later plan? Let's see if it's worth it! Tariffs could make the PS5 Pro 40% more expensive, says a study. If
Imagine receiving a life-changing surprise when you least expect it. That's exactly what Julie Drew, a fifth-grade teacher at Kruse Educational Center in Orland Park, experienced. Dowling Legacy and Retirement, a local retirement planning company, teamed up with the Gradient Giving Foundation to mak
Japanese car maker Nissan has given its management team a big shakeup. Jeremie Papin, who was in charge of Nissan's U. S. operations, is now the new chief financial officer. This change comes after Nissan had a tough quarter, losing money and seeing sales drop. Papin has a lot of experience, which N
You might think turning waste into energy sounds great, but Kingston is giving the idea a hard pass. The city's utility company, Utilities Kingston, said a proposed biogas plant just doesn't make financial sense. They looked at turning sewage sludge and organic waste from green bins into energy, but
Today marks the birthdays of some notable celebrities, including Mo’Nique (57), Gary Dourdan (58), Jermaine Jackson (70), and Bess Armstrong (71). As you celebrate your special day, consider this advice tailored to your zodiac sign. Aries, it's time to listen and learn. Assess situations carefully
