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Chicago’s Bus Network Gets a New Route for Obama Center Visitors

April 10, 2026

Starting May 23, anyone heading to the new Obama Presidential Center can skip the transfers and take a direct ride. The CTA’s popular express bus route 10, which usually zooms from downtown to the Museum of Science and Industry, will now stretch an extra mile south to serve the center. What used to

entertainment

Don’t Starve jumps into a richer world with Elsewhere

April 10, 2026

The survival game Don’t Starve took its first real step forward in nearly ten years when a new chapter called Elsewhere slipped onto the screen at a game showcase. Instead of staying flat and simple, the world now has real depth—literally. The old top-view maps now stack into layers like a layered c

science

Space dreams: What Americans have really thought about exploring beyond Earth

April 10, 2026

Back in 1949, most Americans didn’t believe moon rockets would ever work. Only 15% thought humans could reach the lunar surface within fifty years. Even in 1957, when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the public was still cautious. About 40% guessed humans might land on the moon by 1980, but anothe

religion

Baseball meets faith: Players mix sports, beliefs, and community

April 10, 2026

Four young adults tied to Banana Ball baseball found themselves at something more than just a game in Savannah, Georgia. What started as a casual fireside meeting for local young single adults turned into a gathering with a big draw. Kaden Bowler, Bronson Balholm, Jessie Hirzel, and Jordan Watson sh

finance

Sports betting markets face a big federal vs. state showdown

April 10, 2026

The fight over who controls sports betting isn’t just about who gets the tax money. A new legal battle pits federal regulators against Arizona, with big implications for apps that let people bet on anything from games to elections. At the center? A company called Kalshi, which runs prediction market

technology

Duck Killed by Self‑Driving Car Raises Concerns in Austin

April 9, 2026

A duck that had been nesting near a local Italian restaurant was hit and killed by an autonomous vehicle in the Mueller Lake area of Austin. The incident sparked anger among residents who had grown familiar with the bird and worried about the safety of autonomous technology. A Facebook post from

technology

Chicago Eyes Waymo’s Driverless Ambitions

April 9, 2026

Waymo, the tech giant behind autonomous cars, has been quietly testing its vehicles on Chicago’s streets. The company operates 3, 000 driverless cars across ten U. S. cities but has not yet begun offering rides in the Windy City. Critics watch closely, curious how the system will perform amid Chicag

religion

What stories should Texas students read?

April 9, 2026

Texas education officials are arguing over a new rule that would make Bible stories part of the required reading for public school kids from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Some parents and religious leaders say these stories belong in schools because they shaped America’s history and values. Ot

lifestyle

Behind the Greens: The Woman Steadily Making Her Mark in Wyndham Clark’s World

April 9, 2026

Wyndham Clark’s presence on the PGA Tour shines bright, but his support system often stays in the shadows—until now. The Masters Par 3 Contest isn’t just about golf; it’s a family tradition where loved ones get a rare moment in the spotlight. Alicia Bogdanski, Clark’s girlfriend, has become a famili

entertainment

Comedy’s tough call: when humor crosses the line

April 9, 2026

A joke lands in a crowded room. Laughter fills the air—until someone realizes the punchline hit harder than expected. That’s what happened when a late-night show made a comment about a public figure’s past. The crowd laughed, but the joke reopened an old wound tied to a specific location. Comedy oft