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Legal battle heats up over Massachusetts marijuana policy change

April 2, 2026

Four cannabis entrepreneurs in Massachusetts have taken legal action to stop a potential statewide vote that would reverse recreational marijuana sales while keeping medical cannabis legal. The group, all active participants in state programs designed to right past wrongs in drug enforcement, filed

politics

FedEx Fights Back Over Tax Credit Claim

April 2, 2026

A legal battle is heating up over whether FedEx should get an $84 million tax break. Two business groups say the government is overstepping its power by trying to block the credit. They argue a lower court already decided FedEx qualifies for the money based on taxes paid by its overseas branches. T

technology

Wearable tech steps up in family planning

April 2, 2026

A new link between sleep-tracking gadgets and birth control apps is making waves. High-end fitness watches from a major brand now share nightly skin temperature data with a fertility app approved by health regulators. The idea is simple: cooler skin at night can hint at ovulation timing, helping use

education

How Illinois communities benefited from local education programs in 2025

April 2, 2026

In 2025, a community education network in Illinois reached over 25, 000 people across three counties—Grundy, Kankakee, and Will—through hands-on learning. The programs covered gardening, youth leadership, farming advice, and health workshops. Every day, about 70 locals took part in these sessions. N

health

How Faith Shapes Drinking Habits in Canada

April 2, 2026

Research shows that people who value religion or spirituality often drink less alcohol. But most studies don’t consider whether someone’s specific faith changes this effect. A recent study looked at over 10, 000 Canadians to see if religious affiliation—like being Protestant, Catholic, or atheist—af

science

Uncovering the Hidden Skills Behind Ancient Stone Carvings

April 2, 2026

Long before smartphones and museums, early humans crafted art directly into stone walls. But something puzzles researchers: How did they do it? And what can their techniques tell us about their minds? A new study tested different ways of carving limestone, a common material in prehistoric times. Th

environment

Forever chemicals in honey: How hidden pollution affects bees and our food

April 2, 2026

Scientists recently found traces of PFOS, a long-lasting chemical, inside honey and the bees that make it. These substances stick around in nature for years, building up in the environment and even inside living things. For bees, even small doses can mess with their growth. Young bees exposed to PFO

education

Jewish students feel unsafe at UIC

April 2, 2026

Last month a group of graduate students studying at the University of Illinois Chicago described how their campus work turned confrontational when they tried to share information about people still held hostage by Hamas. Three dozen protesters surrounded them, yelling phrases like “baby killers” and

opinion

Tech Giants Push Their Own Streaming Rules—and It Could Hurt You

April 2, 2026

Big Tech isn’t just fighting over who owns Hollywood anymore. They’re quietly working behind the scenes to control how streaming actually works. Companies like Netflix, Samsung, and Meta aren’t just making shows—they’re teaming up to shape the hidden rules that decide how videos play on your phone,

politics

Bahamas Votes Early as Costs Climb

April 2, 2026

The Bahamas will hold a surprise vote on May 12, a full five months ahead of schedule. Prime Minister Philip Davis made the call after scrapping a sales tax on basic foods to ease the country’s sky-high living costs. The move follows a trend seen in other nations where governments slash taxes on ess