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michael okray

Healthy Steps: A New Walking Plan for Lake County

April 19, 2026

Northwest Health has chosen a long‑time paramedic, Michael Okray, to lead its Emergency Medical Services team. He has spent three decades helping people in the area and is known for focusing on real results, caring for patients, and improving overall service quality. The county’s health department j

entertainment

Veteran Reporter Steps Away From CNN After Two Decades

April 19, 2026

Stephanie Elam, a long‑time voice on CNN, has announced she will leave the network after more than 20 years of covering a wide range of stories. The former Los Angeles‑based correspondent shared her decision on social media, thanking viewers for the chance to witness history unfold. She has not yet

entertainment

The Secret Behind Today’s Star-Stuffed Crime Dramas

April 19, 2026

Streaming changed the game for whodunits, and some shows ride that wave better than others. Hulu’s hit trio—Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez—turned a simple apartment-building murder podcast into a must-watch habit. Their chemistry feels fresh even when the script leans on inside jokes a

politics

Unexpected Twist in Illinois Corruption Trial

April 18, 2026

The “ComEd Four” case, once seen as a headline story of state corruption, has taken an unpredictable turn. A recent decision by the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the convictions of two key defendants, former ComEd chief Anne Pramaggiore and retired lobbyist Michael McClain. The reversal ca

entertainment

Sweet Tunes and Big Stories in Arkansas

April 18, 2026

A new play about chocolate makes its way to North Little Rock’s Argenta Contemporary Theatre, where actors bring Roald Dahl’s tale to life with fresh music and lively staging. The show runs in the evenings from late April through early May, with special rush tickets available on the day of performa

sports

How Jackie Robinson’s Number 42 Became a Symbol of Change

April 16, 2026

April 15 isn’t just another date on the sports calendar. It’s the day Jackie Robinson stepped onto the field in 1947 and changed baseball forever. More than seven decades later, his impact still echoes across the sport. This year, Major League Baseball teams are honoring that legacy in a big way—eve

business

Live Nation and Ticketmaster Face Jury Verdict Over Concert Monopoly

April 15, 2026

A federal jury in Manhattan ruled that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster arm held a harmful monopoly over major concert venues. The decision came after four days of deliberation in a case brought by dozens of U. S. states that accused the duo of stifling competition and inflating ticket prices. The

politics

What’s changing the Senate race math in 2026?

April 14, 2026

Midterm elections often feel like a referendum on the current president, and 2026 might not be any different. Poll watchers are noticing a shift in four Senate races that could shake up the usual assumptions. While the math still favors Republicans keeping their majority, the playing field just got

celebrities

Being Faithful in a Fast-Paced Industry

April 13, 2026

Back in the 1980s, Kim Alexis stood out in the modeling world. She hit it big as a teenager before growing into a recognizable name. Even scored a small role on a popular TV show. But fame didn’t make her forget her values. Deep down, she felt uneasy about certain work opportunities and lifestyle ch

entertainment

FX Show Shaped TV More Than Sopranos

April 12, 2026

The 1999 launch of a mob drama on HBO shocked viewers. The series placed a gangster in the lead, breaking the norm of clean‑cut heroes. It earned 21 Emmy awards and sparked a wave of high‑quality shows like Breaking Bad, Succession, and Mad Men. A writer famous for horror recently said a different