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DC Defenders Ready to Battle Home Crowd in the United Bowl

June 11, 2026

The DC Defenders aim to keep their crown when they head to Audi Field for the United Bowl, facing the Louisville Kings. The matchup will be shown on ABC7 and is set for Saturday night. During a 7News interview, Lois Cook, the United Bowl host and Audi Field’s in‑game official, teased fans abou

science

The Quiet Thinker Who Linked People and Nature

June 11, 2026

George Forster’s life wasn’t about grand adventures or reaching new places. It was about noticing things most people missed. Born in 1754 to a scientist dad, he grew up roaming Russian forests instead of memorizing lessons. By age ten, he was already spotting plants and getting into trouble for it.

environment

Biofuel growth could worsen food prices as oil spikes

June 11, 2026

Rising global oil costs have pushed more countries to add biofuels to gasoline. Governments in America, Indonesia, Brazil and Thailand now require extra plant-based fuel to be mixed into regular petrol. This move follows attacks that disrupted Middle East oil routes and pushed crude toward $100 a ba

health

Boost Your Breakfast: Small Swaps, Big Nutrition

June 10, 2026

A common berry‑banana smoothie might be losing most of its good stuff. A study from UC Davis and the University of Reading showed that adding a banana cuts the amount of flavanols—heart‑protective compounds found in berries, cocoa and grapes—by about 84 percent. The banana contains an enzyme calle

weather

Severe weather warning: Chicago braces for risky storms

June 10, 2026

The Chicago region is in line for a serious weather shift this week. After some calm Tuesday evening storms, Wednesday and Thursday turn far stormier. Northern Illinois sits under the National Storm Prediction Center’s "enhanced" threat level, meaning damaging winds over 70 mph, large hail, and poss

entertainment

Helen Mirren stars in a thrilling new film about a famous writer’s final mystery

June 10, 2026

A fresh thriller is coming to theaters this fall, bringing together two generations of Hollywood talent. Helen Mirren plays Patricia Highsmith, the acclaimed author behind "The Talented Mr. Ripley, " in a film that blends suspense with literary drama. Alden Ehrenreich, fresh off his Tony win, stars

lifestyle

Building Real Connections in a Digital Age

June 9, 2026

In today’s fast‑moving world, people often feel more alone than ever. A decade ago, a simple act—cooking pasta for strangers in a tiny Manhattan flat—showed that genuine moments can happen without any agenda or marketing. That early experiment sparked a movement called GiveMaxxing, which encourages

lifestyle

Learn, Walk, Fish – Outdoor Fun for Everyone

June 9, 2026

The Watershed Resource Conservation Center invites people to a free workshop at the Fayetteville Public Library on Wednesday from 8:45 a. m. to 4 p. m. Participants will learn how to spot native and invasive plants, practice removing the unwanted ones, and hear about plans to protect riverbanks. Sig

weather

Fog Alert Hits Northern Lakes: Drivers Must Slow Down

June 9, 2026

A thick blanket of fog has rolled over parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin, making roads hard to see on the morning of today. The warning stays in effect until 10 a. m. Central Daylight Time, so anyone driving through the affected areas should be extra careful. The fog covers a wide region: in Mi

politics

Alaska's Energy Choices: More Than Just One Big Project

June 9, 2026

Alaska’s energy future isn’t just about one massive gas line project. While the big question of liquified natural gas often steals the spotlight, the real challenge lies in balancing different energy needs across the state. From small homes to large industrial mines, everyone relies on energy that’s