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Science and Democracy Rally in Kane County

March 7, 2026

Local groups plan a protest on Saturday to defend science and democratic values. The event will start at 10 a. m. outside the Kane County Circuit Clerk’s Office and run until 11:30 a. m. The organizers include Indivisible Fox Valley Rising, Fox Valley Activists, Batavia Democrats, Geneva Democrats,

sports

German Roots and Baseball Grit

March 7, 2026

Kyle Schwarber grew up in Ohio with a family that blends German and Latin heritage. His father, a former police officer, and his mother, a nurse, raised him along with three sisters in a disciplined household. The family’s ancestry traces back to a great‑great‑grandfather who left Baden, Germany for

sports

From Slocomb to the Big Leagues: A Fresh Look at Clay Holmes

March 7, 2026

Clay Holmes grew up in the small town of Slocomb, Alabama, where his love for baseball started on dusty fields. He made a name for himself at Slocomb High School, catching the eye of scouts who saw potential in his pitching arm. In 2011, the Pittsburgh Pirates drafted him in the ninth round, and he

weather

Storm Alert Hits Des Moines: Stay Safe and Know the Risks

March 7, 2026

A warning from the National Weather Service went out at 7:23 p. m. Friday, March 6, telling residents in Boone, Dallas and Polk counties that a severe thunderstorm was on the move. The storm could bring winds up to 50 mph and hail as big as a half‑inch. The alert is set to expire at 8:15 p. m. , but

weather

Flood Alert in Ingham County: What Residents Need to Know

March 7, 2026

The National Weather Service warned that the Sycamore Creek in Delta Township and Lansing could overflow. The alert began early Saturday morning, around 2:22 a. m. , and will stay active until Monday. By the time of the warning, the creek had already reached 7. 5 feet—well above its normal 6‑foot le

business

Rising and Falling: The Sussexes’ Business Roller‑Coaster

March 7, 2026

After stepping back from royal life, Meghan and Harry tried to build their own brand empire. The first attempt was a children’s book that never hit the charts, and it seemed the couple would face many more hiccups. A $20‑million partnership with a music streaming giant fell apart because their podca

entertainment

A New Take on a Famous Love Story

March 7, 2026

The hit series “Love Story” reimagined the romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, but many people close to the real couple said the show missed the mark. The drama was written by Ryan Murphy and produced by Brad Simpson, who claimed to have used a biography and interviews for r

politics

Philly’s Buzz: Politics, Sports, and Everyday Surprises

March 7, 2026

Philadelphia keeps pitching itself as the best spot for big events, reminding national planners of its hotels, arenas, and ready transport system. The city’s marketing usually ends with a tasty cheesesteak and the promise of a lively atmosphere, echoing its 2016 success. The Phillies face a probl

politics

Perpignan’s Police Push: A City‑Wide Security Experiment

March 7, 2026

Perpignan, a town of about 122 000 people on France’s southern border, is putting its streets under close watch. The mayor, a member of the far‑right party, wants to keep his job by promising more cops and cameras. He says the city has become a testing ground for his party’s ideas on safety.

weather

Tornado Near Shopping Plaza Sends Metal Rubbish Flying

March 7, 2026

A sudden storm hit a small town in southwest Michigan, turning a quiet shopping area into a chaotic scene of flying debris. A worker at a local phone store started recording as metal sheets, insulation and other junk were hurled through the air. The tornado ripped roofs off nearby buildings and scat