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Weather guy vs. station: the messy fight over side gigs and broken rules

April 11, 2026

When a local TV weatherman got let go in January, he called it a total surprise. The station says nope—not even close. Their court papers tell a different story, packing warnings, suspensions, and a long list of conduct issues that built up over months before the final pink slip. Between late arriva

education

Robots on the Move: A Science Day Like No Other

April 11, 2026

A lively robot parade recently rolled through the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, turning an ordinary science fair into something extraordinary. Instead of just posters and pamphlets, visitors saw small machines marching down hallways, performing simple tasks or just moving in formation.

health

Better Pregnancy Care Starts with Better Awareness

April 11, 2026

Every year in April, healthcare teams come together to highlight gaps in care that affect Black mothers and babies across the U. S. This year, one big push arrives in Chicago on Tuesday evening, when a local hospital opens its doors for free tours, talks, and conversations about safe pregnancy journ

weather

Spring Weekend in Michigan: A Mix of Sports and Weather Challenges

April 11, 2026

Michigan’s weekend is shaping up like a busy sports schedule with a side of unpredictable weather. Friday evening in Detroit brings a welcome change after morning rain moves out, just in time for Tigers fans to head to Comerica Park. The game will feel chilly—temperatures in the 40s—but at least umb

politics

The rookie mayor using social media to shake up NYC

April 11, 2026

In his first 100 days, New York City’s 34-year-old mayor didn’t just break the usual government mold—he turned city hall into a viral content studio. With snowstorms raging, he posted calls for shovelers on social media and suddenly had thousands of volunteers ready to clear sidewalks. When he annou

politics

Texas education officials clash over funding and curriculum changes

April 11, 2026

A group of Texas Democrats on the State Board of Education is raising alarms about a $70, 000 grant that funded social studies curriculum work. The money came from a conservative nonprofit and went to a university program led by Dr. Donald Frazier, who helps set education standards. The Democrats ar

finance

When Crypto Meets Central Banking: What Kraken’s Fed Account Really Means

April 11, 2026

Back in 2011, a little-known crypto exchange called Kraken quietly started what would later become a major talking point in U. S. finance. Fast-forward 13 years, and the Wyoming-based platform just scored something rare: a direct line to the Federal Reserve’s payment network. Think of it like gettin

finance

What hiding in your 401(k) future?

April 11, 2026

Employers might soon get legal shelter to add risky bets like cryptocurrency and private equity funds to your retirement account. The push comes from top officials claiming new rules will free workers from old red tape that supposedly blocks "innovation. " But scratch the surface and you find a diff

education

A weekend of fun learning in Costa Mesa

April 10, 2026

Every April, a big festival lands in Costa Mesa to turn playtime into learning time. The Imaginology event pops up at the OC Fairgrounds, mixing science, art, and hands-on fun for families. Instead of staring at textbooks, kids get to build Lego bridges that actually hold weight, paint murals with c

transportation

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