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Lake County Board Vice Chair Dr. Mary Ross-Cunningham Dies at 80

Lake County Board Vice Chair Dr. Mary Ross-Cunningham, a respected public servant whose leadership and advocacy shaped Lake County for more than two decades, has died at the age of 80. Cunningham passed away Tuesday from natural causes at Endeavor Health Highland Park Hospital, according to Lake County Chief Deputy Coroner Steve Newton. She had been hospitalized earlier this month due to a serious illness. At the time of her […]

todayJune 24, 2026

World

Stanford Study Finds AI Hiring Tools May Disadvantage Black and Asian Applicants

A new study from researchers at Stanford University has found that artificial intelligence-powered hiring tools may disproportionately screen out qualified Black and Asian job applicants, reigniting concerns about bias in automated recruitment systems. The research examined how AI-driven hiring platforms evaluate resumes and candidate profiles during the early stages of the hiring process. According to the study, certain algorithms were more likely to reject or rank Black and Asian applicants […]

todayJune 23, 2026

Health

GLOBAL HIV PREVENTION AT RISK: Experts Warn Funding Cuts Could Reverse Years of Progress

A new report from the United Nations warns that global HIV prevention efforts have experienced a significant setback, with the use of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) declining sharply following reductions in U.S. foreign aid funding. According to the report, the number of people receiving PrEP fell by 38 percent between 2024 and 2025, resulting in more than one million fewer individuals accessing the medication designed to prevent HIV infection. Funding Reductions […]

todayJune 23, 2026

Local

Quick Response Prevents Extensive Damage in Algonquin House Fire

Firefighters swiftly contained a residential fire Sunday afternoon in Algonquin, preventing significant damage to a single-family home and ensuring the residence remained habitable. The Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District, along with the Algonquin Police Department, responded at approximately 1:08 p.m. to the 700 block of Providence Drive following reports of a structure fire. Emergency crews arrived on scene within three minutes and discovered flames affecting a portion of […]

todayJune 23, 2026

Local

SWAT RESPONDS IN NORTH CHICAGO | Suspect Taken Into Custody After Allegedly Pointing Rifle at Neighbor

A North Chicago resident was taken into custody after allegedly pointing a rifle at a neighbor, triggering a significant law enforcement response that included a regional SWAT team. According to the North Chicago Police Department, officers responded to the area of 16th Street and Victoria Avenue on the morning of June 15 following reports of a dispute between neighbors. Assistant Police Chief Gary Lunn said responding officers learned that a […]

todayJune 23, 2026

Local

NEW BUSINESS: 7 Brew Coffee Officially Opens First Waukegan Location

City officials have announced the opening of 7 Brew Coffee’s first Waukegan location, marking the fast-growing drive-thru coffee chain’s official entry into the community. Plans are already underway for a second Waukegan location as the company continues its expansion in the area. In a statement released Monday, the City of Waukegan said it was “proud to officially welcome” 7 Brew Coffee to the city. The new location, situated at 3378 […]

todayJune 23, 2026

Local

Taste of Chicago Returns to Grant Park July 8–12 with Free Admission and a Cashless Experience

Chicago’s signature summer food festival is making its return to Grant Park this July, bringing together some of the city’s most beloved restaurants, food trucks, and culinary vendors for five days of food, entertainment, and community celebration. The Taste of Chicago will take place Wednesday, July 8 through Sunday, July 12, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily in Grant Park. Admission to the event is free, allowing visitors to […]

todayJune 22, 2026

Artists

SZA Sounds Off on AI Music, Warns Black Creators Against Exploitation

R&B superstar SZA is adding her voice to the growing backlash against artificial intelligence in the music industry, sharing a passionate message on her private Instagram that calls out AI music company Suno, producer Diplo, and what she views as the exploitation of Black artists and songwriters. In a post that quickly circulated online, SZA alleged that “Diplo has equity in Suno and is actively attempting to train it on […]

todayJune 22, 2026

Local

GRAND OPENING!: 7 Brew Coffee Opens New Waukegan Location

Coffee lovers in Lake County have a new destination to check out. 7 Brew Coffee officially opened its newest location today in Waukegan, marking the company’s latest expansion into the Chicagoland area. Located at 3378 Grand Avenue, the drive-thru coffee chain is bringing its fast-paced service model, customizable beverages, and energetic customer experience to the community. The new location sits just west of Green Bay Road and is expected to […]

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Artists

Ariana Grande Reveals Full ‘Petal’ Tracklist Ahead of Album Release

Ariana Grande has officially unveiled the complete tracklist for her highly anticipated eighth studio album, ‘petal,’ giving fans their clearest look yet at the project ahead of its July 31 release. The singer spent recent weeks teasing song titles one by one during stops on her Eternal Sunshine Tour, turning the album rollout into an interactive experience for fans. During a recent concert, Grande finally revealed the full lineup of […]

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