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City Council’s Big Budget Moves: From School Fields to Animal Shelters

February 25, 2026

The council met on Feb. 19 and decided to release $2. 3 million from the city’s free‑cash pile, a move that follows the mayor’s request and the Finance Committee’s nod. The biggest chunk—$2 million—was earmarked for Westfield High School’s new athletic fields. City Treasurer‑Collector Matthew Bar

politics

A Swamp‑Style Showdown Against Trump

February 25, 2026

The event, called the “State of the Swamp, ” drew a lively crowd that wore green outfits and frog‑themed costumes, echoing the swamp motif. Some speakers even sported frog hats to match. Political leaders joined the protest, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and

sports

New Directions in 2026: What Team Leaders Are Saying

February 24, 2026

The NFL Combine is a spotlight for front‑office chatter, and 2026 promises fresh moves. In Kansas City, the Chiefs’ general manager highlighted a desire for a faster running attack. With the No. 9 overall pick, he hinted at Notre Dame’s Jeremiah Love or a free‑agent option like Breece Hall. At

politics

Snowstorm Hits New York City’s Homeless Again

February 24, 2026

A new blizzard has swept through New York City, piling up nearly two feet of snow and dropping temperatures sharply. This storm follows a previous cold snap that claimed at least twenty lives on the streets, leaving many people without shelter or warmth. The city’s mayor has been very visible in his

finance

Fed Holds Off on Rate Cuts While Inflation Sticks Above Target

February 24, 2026

The Chicago Fed chief, Austan Goolsbee, told a Washington conference that cutting interest rates now would be premature because inflation still lingers above the 2 % goal. He warned that past mistakes of assuming price rises were temporary should not be repeated. Goolsbee highlighted the latest d

weather

Massachusetts Roads Clear, But Caution Still Needed

February 24, 2026

The heavy snowfall that brought almost three feet of snow to parts of Massachusetts has finally allowed the state to lift its travel ban for non‑essential vehicles in four counties. The restriction on Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable and Dukes was removed at noon, giving residents a chance to move arou

politics

City Calls for Release of 9/11 Toxicity Records

February 24, 2026

Ann Marie Principe, a survivor of the 2001 attacks, has urged New York’s new mayor to make public all documents about dangerous chemicals found at Ground Zero. The petition says the city’s current administration promised “transparency in government” and that it should share any records showing he

sports

Ernie Johnson Steps Back From March Madness Hosting

February 24, 2026

Ernie Johnson, who stepped in to lead CBS and TNT’s March Madness coverage after Greg Gumbel’s passing, has announced he will skip the first two weeks of the tournament. Instead, former NFL wide‑receiver Nate Burleson will take over for those early rounds—his first time calling the NCAA Tournamen

entertainment

New Hits Dropping in March

February 24, 2026

The month of March is packed with fresh releases that will keep fans busy. A standout film features Oscar‑winning actress Jessie Buckley and famed actor Christian Bale in a bold new take on the classic “Bride of Frankenstein. ” The story is set in 1930s Chicago, turning the characters into outlaw pa

entertainment

Heat 2: Christian Bale Joins the Chicago Crime Saga

February 24, 2026

The long‑awaited sequel to the 1995 hit film Heat is moving forward, with Christian Bale now confirmed as part of the cast. Bale’s involvement was announced by a Fox News reporter, who noted that the actor had told him he would be heading to Chicago soon for production. This marks a reunion be