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Students Push Back: Professors Lag Behind in AI Use

April 3, 2026

The story starts with a Cal Poly student named Parker Jones. He asked more than fifty classmates how they use AI tools like ChatGPT. The answer was clear: students are moving fast, while teachers seem slow. Most students use AI for everyday help. They ask questions after lectures, organize homework

politics

Money Behind the Mask: How Big Donors Shift Their Support

April 3, 2026

The last fifteen years have seen a surge in money that hides its source. When the Supreme Court allowed super PACs to collect unlimited funds, people could start funneling cash into political causes without saying who gave it. At first, the Republican side seemed to win this hidden‑money game.

politics

Neighbors for a Better County

April 3, 2026

Lori Camp has stepped forward to run for the St. Joseph County Council in District E, aiming to bring a fresh voice that is practical and open. Her background is rooted in the community she calls home. A graduate of James Whitcomb Riley High School, she earned a degree in criminal justice from In

opinion

Cutting Maine’s Power Bills Without a Public Utility

April 3, 2026

Maine residents are feeling the pinch of high electricity costs, and many think only public power could solve it. In reality, there are several practical steps that can lower bills for users of the two main investor‑owned companies, Central Maine Power and Versant. These ideas are already in play fo

technology

Indoor 3. 5 GHz Signal Loss Study for Future Wireless Tech

April 3, 2026

The new data set shows how radio waves lose strength inside buildings at the 3. 5 GHz band, a key frequency for next‑generation mobile networks. Researchers set up three different rooms – a living space, an office area and a warehouse – each with its own layout and wall materials. They placed

education

Rochester Schools Host Fresh Fundraising Night

April 3, 2026

A bright new event is coming to Rochester that will bring the whole community together for a night of fun, food and music. The highlight is a popular band that will play at the end of the evening. The event is called the Saints & Scholars President’s Gala and it is Rochester Catholic Schools’ mai

weather

Storms Hit McHenry County: Clouds, Power Losses, and Flood Warnings

April 3, 2026

The county woke up to a dramatic sky shift as clouds spun and thunder rolled. A funnel‑shaped cloud was spotted near Marengo, then it drifted north toward Union and Woodstock. Because of this, officials raised a tornado alert for the county’s northeast corner until 8:15 p. m. The sirens that rang in

technology

Quantum‑Ready Blockchains: New Network Claims Safety from Future Computers

April 3, 2026

Naoris Protocol has just gone live on its main network, announcing it is the first blockchain built from the start with post‑quantum cryptography approved by U. S. standards. The move follows growing worries that powerful quantum machines could crack the math behind today’s most common signatures, s

sports

Soomin Oh: A 17‑Year‑Old Swinging Into Golf History

April 3, 2026

Soomin Oh is a 17‑year‑old from Ansan, South Korea, who has already outpaced many seasoned golfers. She began swinging clubs in second grade and joined the national team at 14, showing that talent can rise quickly when nurtured early. Her game blends raw power with calm precision, allowing her to

politics

States Fight Back: Lawsuits Challenge Trump’s Mail‑In Voting Order

April 3, 2026

The latest legal battle over mail voting begins in Boston, where 22 state attorneys general and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit. They argue that President Trump’s new executive order is unconstitutional and tries to take away voters’ rights before the upcoming midterms. Trump’s dire

Students Push Back: Professors Lag Behind in AI Use

Money Behind the Mask: How Big Donors Shift Their Support

Neighbors for a Better County

Cutting Maine’s Power Bills Without a Public Utility

Indoor 3. 5 GHz Signal Loss Study for Future Wireless Tech

Rochester Schools Host Fresh Fundraising Night

Storms Hit McHenry County: Clouds, Power Losses, and Flood Warnings

Quantum‑Ready Blockchains: New Network Claims Safety from Future Computers

Soomin Oh: A 17‑Year‑Old Swinging Into Golf History

States Fight Back: Lawsuits Challenge Trump’s Mail‑In Voting Order

Indoor 3. 5 GHz Signal Loss Study for Future Wireless Tech