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chicagoland region

U. S. Keeps Same Goals in Iran Strike Campaign

March 19, 2026

The United States says it has not changed its aims since the first air raid on Iran began at the end of February. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters that the objectives set by President Biden are still in place and have not shifted. He highlighted that U. S. forces have hit about 7,

politics

France and India Call for Calm in the Middle East

March 19, 2026

France’s President Emmanuel Macron and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanged messages on the social‑media platform X, urging a slowdown in the conflict that has escalated across the Middle East. Their posts came after Iran targeted energy sites following a series of Israeli and U. S. strike

finance

Lifestyle Communities Stock: Mixed Signals from Analysts

March 19, 2026

UBS analyst Solomon Zhang keeps a neutral stance on Lifestyle Communities Ltd, setting a target price of A$5. 80 and calling the stock “hold. ” Zhang focuses on Australian real‑estate names like Charter Hall, GPT Group and Region Group. His track record shows a 4. 7% average return and about 55 % su

business

Defense Startups Get New Funding Boost in Southern California

March 19, 2026

The federal government has just cleared a bill that will keep money flowing to small defense and aerospace companies in Southern California. The legislation, which extends the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs through 2031, was approved

politics

Russian Jet Skips Estonian Borders, Diplomats Take Action

March 19, 2026

Estonia quickly called in a Russian diplomat after an aircraft crossed its airspace near the northern coast on March 18. The fighter, a SU‑30 model, drifted over Vaindloo Island in the Gulf of Finland for roughly one minute before returning to Russian airspace. The incident prompted Estonia’s Foreig

education

A New Coach for Career Growth at KCC

March 19, 2026

Cesar Avalos has stepped into a key role at Kankakee Community College, leading the department that helps people learn new skills and grow in their jobs. He will guide training programs that are tailored to the needs of local businesses, and he will work closely with employers to make sure students

weather

Tornado Touches Down in Carroll County, Leaves Mild Damage Behind

March 19, 2026

A wind storm hit western Carroll County on Monday, and a small tornado touched down. The National Weather Service said the twister was about 150 yards wide and reached speeds up to 80 mph. It earned an EF‑0 rating, the lowest on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. The tornado moved roughly 1. 6 miles from S

weather

Storms in the Mid‑Atlantic: Why It’s Time to Get Ready

March 19, 2026

Hampton Roads recently saw a burst of heat that made people feel like summer had come early. But when the temperatures dropped again, the weather turned dangerous. A tornado watch was issued for most of Monday, and strong winds caused damage. The area has a history of wild weather. In 2023 a powerf

technology

Semiconductor Stocks Sink as Middle East Tensions Raise Supply‑Chain Worries

March 19, 2026

The tech market in Asia dropped sharply after recent clashes near Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial complex, which is a key hub for natural gas and helium. The conflict sent oil prices higher, unsettling investors and spotlighting potential bottlenecks in the semiconductor supply chain. Companies tha

environment

Southern California’s Clean Transport Jobs at Risk Without State Action

March 19, 2026

Southern California isn’t just following the electric vehicle trend—it’s driving it. The region has turned itself into a hub for clean transportation, with companies making batteries, electric trucks, and even solar-powered cars. The Port of San Diego is spending millions to switch from diesel to el