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Skokie’s Main Street Gets a New Look: $1. 8 Million Plan

July 26, 2026

Skokie is turning its quiet Main Street into a lively spot. The village board just gave the green light to a $1. 8 million makeover, picking Copenhaver Construction as the contractor after reviewing four bids. This money will be used mainly for streetscape changes on two blocks near Keystone, with s

entertainment

Raccoon Star Gets Its Own Bobblehead

July 25, 2026

A quirky raccoon from Seattle has become a national sensation, and now it’s officially being celebrated with a bobblehead. The animal, known for its short‑spine condition and playful antics, has captured the hearts of many after videos showed it darting through backyards and balconies. The Nation

politics

A Fresh Start for the New Prime Minister

July 25, 2026

Andy Burnham has finished his first week in office with a clear message. He opened the new No 10 North building in Manchester and brought together regional mayors and ministers. The event was a sign that he plans to shift power from London to the regions. In his first days, Burnham announced a few

entertainment

Silent Stars Return to the Spotlight

July 25, 2026

The Museum of Modern Art will open a new program that brings back old silent movies from famous filmmakers. Visitors can watch three films made by Charles Chaplin on August 2, including the charming “A Dog’s Life, ” a war comedy called “Shoulder Arms, ” and a short propaganda piece that encouraged p

sports

Giants Face Uncertain Futures as Key Players Hit Setbacks

July 25, 2026

The San Francisco Giants find themselves navigating a tricky patch as rookie pitcher Trevor McDonald receives an MRI that confirms a moderate sprain in his right elbow’s UCL. The diagnosis signals that he will be sidelined for a significant period, and the team plans to seek a second opinion to dec

finance

Town Board Plans New Equipment Lease and Youth Grant

July 24, 2026

The Madison Finance Board will meet early Monday morning via Zoom to discuss several key budget items. First, the board will look at a change to its five‑year lease with First American that would let the town buy a new 2026 John Deere 544P Tier wheel loader and other gear. The move would also give F

sports

Celebrating Northwest Pennsylvania High School Sports Stars

July 24, 2026

The high school sports awards in Northwest Pennsylvania have wrapped up, with plaques handed out over the last few weeks. The Erie Times‑News highlighted District 10 athletes of the year for each sport, plus major team and individual honors. Cathedral Prep captured the Varsity Cup for large sc

art

John Prine’s Legacy Comes Alive on Chicago’s Brick Wall

July 24, 2026

A fresh tribute to folk icon John Prine now covers a brick wall at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Lincoln Square, Chicago. The mural was created during the annual Square Roots Festival by musician Jon Langford and artist Darius Dennis. Prine, who grew up in Maywood and studied at the school in

politics

Trump Family Sues Capital One Again Over Account Closures

July 21, 2026

The Trump family has filed a fresh lawsuit against Capital One, claiming the bank shut down hundreds of accounts linked to the president’s businesses after the January 6 events. The new complaint, submitted by Eric Trump for the Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust, says the bank acted because of the pol

technology

AI Startup CuspAI Secures $450M to Speed Up Material Discovery

July 21, 2026

CuspAI Ltd. , a UK‑based firm that applies artificial intelligence to find new materials, has attracted $450 million in fresh capital. The investment places the company at a valuation of $2. 6 billion and includes backing from major venture houses such as Kleiner Perkins, NEA, and Bezos Expeditions.

Skokie’s Main Street Gets a New Look: $1. 8 Million Plan

Raccoon Star Gets Its Own Bobblehead

A Fresh Start for the New Prime Minister

Silent Stars Return to the Spotlight

Giants Face Uncertain Futures as Key Players Hit Setbacks

Town Board Plans New Equipment Lease and Youth Grant

Celebrating Northwest Pennsylvania High School Sports Stars

John Prine’s Legacy Comes Alive on Chicago’s Brick Wall

Trump Family Sues Capital One Again Over Account Closures

AI Startup CuspAI Secures $450M to Speed Up Material Discovery

Skokie’s Main Street Gets a New Look: $1. 8 Million Plan