In a shocking turn of events, a former police chief from Summit, a suburb southwest of Chicago, has been found guilty of serious crimes. The trial, which lasted seven days, revealed a web of corruption that included bribery, conspiracy, and obstruction of justice. The verdict was delivered in a fede
Portugal saw a massive strike recently. It was the biggest in over a decade. Almost a million workers joined in. They were unhappy with the government's new work rules. The government wants to change the rules. They say it will help the economy grow. But workers think it takes away their rights. Th
The Indiana Senate is in the midst of a heated debate over a redistricting bill. The atmosphere is tense, with senators and protesters alike expressing strong opinions. Sen. Chris Garten, a Republican from Charlestown, is a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and believes the Senate should ba
In Hayward, a gas line rupture led to a significant explosion and fire. The incident happened in a mixed residential and commercial area near Highway 238. It started when a construction crew accidentally damaged the gas line around 7:35 a. m. on Thursday. The Alameda County Fire Department sent at
South Carolina is facing a tough situation with measles. Over 110 people have gotten sick, and more than 250 others are stuck in quarantine because they might have been exposed. This is part of a bigger problem happening across the country. The outbreak started in October and is mostly in Spartanbu
Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk, is at the center of a legal storm. She was found guilty of state crimes and is currently serving a nine-year sentence. The charges include attempting to influence a public servant and conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation. Peters was convicted for a
Measles is back, and it's causing trouble in two places: South Carolina and the Utah-Arizona border. In South Carolina, things are getting worse. Over the past few weeks, 27 more people got sick, making it 111 cases in just two months. More than 250 people, including kids from different schools, are
HBCUs, or Historically Black Colleges and Universities, have been around for a long time. They have a big role in shaping the future of minority surgeons. Let's talk about how these schools make a difference. First, HBCUs provide a supportive environment for black students. This is important becaus
Aroostook County just got its earliest big snowfall in three years. It started late Wednesday afternoon and kept going into Thursday morning. Some places got more than 8 inches of snow. Snowstorms are usual in northern Maine, but big snowfall before December holidays has been rare lately. Some peop
In the heart of Grand Rapids, a big change is happening. The Fifth Third Building, which has been around since 1966, is getting a major upgrade. Seven floors that have been empty for years are being turned into 140 fancy apartments. These apartments will be ready by June 2026. The man in charge, Sa
