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Job Fair Opens Doors for New Careers in DuPage Schools

March 4, 2026

DuPage County’s education system is looking to fill a growing list of vacancies, and the first job fair organized by the regional office aims to match candidates with those needs. The event will run from 4 p. m. to 7 p. m. on April 9 at the Jack T. Knuepfer Administration Building in Wheaton, and an

technology

Illumia Rebrands and Celebrates 2026 Award Winners

March 4, 2026

The annual Momentum ’26 event, where users gather to learn and share, became the stage for Illumia’s fresh look. The company, known for its work in education, health care and corporate tech, rolled out a new visual identity that will replace the old Transact + CBORD name. A key part of the launch

entertainment

Audible Adds Big‑Name True Crime and Investigation Podcasts

March 4, 2026

Amazon’s audio platform is expanding its nonfiction lineup by merging several well‑known investigative shows under one banner. The move follows the company’s recent reorganization of its Wondery division, which had previously hosted popular series such as “Dr. Death” and “Over My Dead Body. ” Now, t

crime

Chicago’s Arrests and Opioid Crisis: Do They Help or Push People Away?

March 4, 2026

The study looks at how police actions, especially arrests for opioid use, might affect overdose rates in Chicago. It asks whether stopping people in one area moves the problem to nearby neighborhoods or stops it altogether. Researchers map where arrests happen and compare those spots with overdos

business

Seaport’s 2025 Year‑End Highlights and Future Moves

March 4, 2026

The company celebrated its first full year as a public entity, turning a focus on real‑estate driven hospitality into tangible results. Over 153, 000 square feet of space was leased or programmed in the Seaport district, reaching a 90 % occupancy rate. A key partnership with Lux Entertainment secure

politics

U. S. Eyes Iran’s Future After Military Action

March 4, 2026

The White House said President Trump is talking with his advisers about what the United States might do in Iran once a recent military campaign ends. Trump’s team is also watching reports that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran’s former supreme leader, could become the next top religious ruler. The a

science

Bright Copper Nano‑Lights Boost Tiny Lab Tests

March 4, 2026

Copper nanoparticles that glow in the dark are being tweaked so they shine brighter and last longer inside tiny point‑of‑care test kits. Scientists are using two tricks: covering the particles with a protective polymer (polyacrylic acid) and letting them clump together when special metal ions are ad

finance

Microchip Maker’s Bold Price Target

March 3, 2026

A tech investor recently announced a striking view about Micron Technology’s future stock value. The claim is simple: the share price could hit $1, 000 under certain conditions or a different set of circumstances. The speaker’s stance is personal and not backed by any corporate tie‑in, stressing tha

business

Fuel Prices Surge as Middle East Tensions Rise

March 3, 2026

Gasoline costs in the United States climbed by 11 cents overnight, reaching an average of about $3. 11 per gallon, according to AAA data. The rise came as the country moved into summer fuel blends and as global oil markets reacted to new conflicts in the Middle East. Oil futures rose sharply this

health

Weather Stress and Women’s Mood: What the Data Say

March 3, 2026

The new study looks at how harsh weather can affect mental health in women who have gone through menopause. Researchers used a big survey from China that follows people over time to see if storms, floods or heat waves link to feeling sad or depressed. First, they examined a snapshot of many women’s