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Apr 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI tools and security flaws: a closer look at recent cyber threats

A group of curious internet users found a way into a restricted AI tool called Mythos Preview. They didn’t use advanced hacking skills—just careful detective work. After studying a breach at an AI training company, they guessed where Mythos was hosted and accessed it. They even found other unrelease

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Apr 26 2026WEATHER

Be ready, Chicago: rough weather is on the way

The quiet weekend in Chicago gives just enough time to get ready for what’s coming Monday. While skies stay calm and temperatures stay mild through Sunday, weather experts warn that Monday could bring serious trouble. Tornadoes, strong winds, and large hail are all possible when the storm arrives ar

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Apr 26 2026WEATHER

Storm Alert: What Northern Illinois Should Watch Monday

Northern Illinois isn’t out of the woods yet with severe weather on the way Monday afternoon and evening. While the worst threats—strong twisters and massive hail—are more likely south of the city, the Chicago area still faces risks like heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding. The National Weather S

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Apr 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Light jackets that work for those in-between spring days

Spring often brings weather that can’t decide what to do. One hour it feels like summer, the next it’s asking for a sweater. Light jackets solve this problem perfectly. They’re the bridge between too warm and too cold, making them a must-have for this tricky season. Not all light jackets are worth

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Why Alaska's Pension Plan Rewrite Gets Controversial Fast

Alaska’s government is updating how thousands of public workers save for retirement—but not everyone likes the changes. A new bill pushes the state to bring back guaranteed pensions after an old system collapsed in 2006. That earlier plan failed because lawmakers didn’t pay enough into it, leaving w

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Apr 26 2026OPINION

Supporting families helps kids too

A struggling child often shows it through behavior before words. Shouting, withdrawal, or constant fidgeting can signal deeper struggles that a quick scolding won’t fix. Grown-ups need tools to interpret these signals and respond—not with punishment, but with understanding. In North Carolina, over 1

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Apr 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Journalist’s Risky Interview Leads to Unexpected Danger

A Louisiana-based journalist takes a risk when she agrees to an exclusive meeting with someone connected to a high-profile serial killings case. She hopes the interview will help her uncover clues about the killer’s identity. But what starts as a professional opportunity soon turns into a nightmare.

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Apr 26 2026SPORTS

Kansas City Current’s Stunning Rise: From Bottom to $325 Million

Back in 2021, the Kansas City Current had one of the worst records in the National Women’s Soccer League, finishing dead last. Instead of walking away, co-owner Brittany Mahomes doubled down. That same year, she and her team announced plans for a $70 million privately funded stadium along the Kansas

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Apr 26 2026LIFESTYLE

RV troubles? This couple brings the repair shop to you

Most RV owners know the frustration of a broken fridge or a leaky roof mid-trip, but getting it fixed often means towing the whole vehicle or waiting days for a shop to schedule repairs. One Pennsylvania-based service is changing that by meeting customers where they park. Irish Creek RV Service, sta

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Lancet Says No to Senate Testimony on COVID Origins

The top medical journal decided it would not give evidence to a U. S. Senate probe about where the COVID‑19 outbreak began. The editor, Richard Horton, told a news event in Barcelona that the journal would not participate in what he called an “administration that has attacked some of the foremost sc

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