The Chicago White Sox hit the jackpot in the 2026 MLB draft lottery, securing the top pick. This is a big deal because it gives them first dibs on the best young talent. The draft is still months away, but experts are already making educated guesses about who might go where. Roch Cholowsky, a short
Wall Street had a week of ups and downs. After a rough November, the market bounced back, but not as strongly as the week before. Investors are hopeful that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates again, which is a big deal for the economy. There's a lot of talk about jobs. Some reports say com
Imagine a world where robots handle the boring tasks in space. That is what Ethan Barajas and Jamie Palmer are aiming for. Their company, Icarus Robotics, is creating robots to take over routine jobs on the International Space Station. This way, astronauts can focus on important research. The space
A winter storm has been causing trouble across the Midwest and Northeast. In West Virginia, a truck driver had a close call early this morning. Their tractor-trailer skidded off a bridge in Mason County due to slippery roads. Rescue teams had to work hard to get the driver out safely. Roads are stil
Louisiana's child care system is in a tough spot. Many centers are struggling to stay open. This is a big problem for families and kids. High costs are making it hard for providers to keep going. Rochelle Wilcox has been in the child care business for almost 30 years. She started small, with a day
In a recent wrestling tournament, Johnsburg boys wrestling team secured the second spot. They scored 156 points, just behind Glenbrook South, who won with 224 points. Crystal Lake South also did well, placing third with 144. 5 points. Johnsburg had some standout wrestlers. Kainoa Ancog won the 157-
A big snowstorm is heading towards southeast Minnesota, and it's going to stick around for a while. Starting Friday night and lasting until Sunday morning, this storm is expected to dump a lot of snow. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Rochester and nearby areas. Thi
Sebastian Garcia was on fire at the Australian PGA Championship. He was leading the pack with a seven-under score through 15 holes. But then, the weather had other plans. Dark clouds rolled in, and rain started pouring. Officials had to stop the game for safety. Fans were asked to leave the venue as
The Miss Universe pageant, held in Bangkok last week, saw Miss Mexico Fátima Bosch Fernández take home the crown. However, the event was marred by several incidents, with one contestant's accident standing out. Gabrielle Henry, representing Jamaica, took a tumble during a preliminary event. She was
The Oregon Public Library is buzzing with holiday activities this December. Kids can meet Santa in a calm setting on December 6th. This event is perfect for families with children who have autism or special needs. The library is teaming up with Easter Seals to make this Santa visit extra welcoming.
