Amid the forthcoming name change of Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry, the institution is commemorating the occasion by offering free admission to all visitors for a day. This initiative coincides with the official renaming of the museum, slated to begin next week, as it transforms into the “Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.” Origins … Read more
Signs of cicadas are beginning to emerge across the Chicago area, and experts suggest that it may only take one more summer-like day to bring these insects to the surface. Tom Tiddens, the Plant Healthcare Supervisor at Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, observes increased activity among birds, squirrels, and raccoons digging for cicadas, indicating their … Read more
The medical spa industry, valued at $15 billion, has experienced significant growth since the onset of the pandemic. However, a recent study has shed light on a concerning trend: most med spas in Chicago operate without a doctor on-site, posing potential risks for patients. Medical Nature of Med Spas According to Alex Thiersch, CEO of … Read more
A tragic accident unfolded in northern Florida as a bus carrying farm laborers collided with a pickup truck, resulting in fatalities and critical injuries. The collision, which occurred on Tuesday, left at least eight people dead and eight others critically injured. Bryan Maclean Howard, the driver of the pickup truck, was arrested on eight counts … Read more
For many North Texas residents, the news of skyrocketing property values and subsequent tax increases in 2024 has come as a shock. Sandra Avalos, a homeowner in South Oak Cliff, Dallas County, was left dismayed when she discovered that her home’s value surged by nearly $40,000, translating to an additional $1,000 in property taxes compared … Read more
The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office revealed on Monday that the skeletal remains of a New York City man who had been missing since 2011 were recently identified after being discovered in New Jersey. The remains were confirmed to belong to Kevin Morris, who was 32 years old when he was reported missing in October 2011. … Read more
A staggering $220,000 was stolen from a Maryland volunteer fire department in a recent cyber-attack, as reported by the Rockville station. The funds, earmarked for the acquisition of two vital ambulances, were siphoned off by criminals masquerading as vendors engaged in procuring the much-needed vehicles. Elaborate Email Interception The perpetrators intercepted the wire transfer email … Read more
Proposed changes in Miami-Dade public schools, particularly the potential relocation of students from Shadowlawn Elementary in Little Haiti to distant schools, have sparked apprehension among some parents. Shadowlawn, a century-old institution, currently enrolls just over 130 students and has experienced a decline in population in recent years. Parental Worries L’Chaundra Willis, a concerned parent whose … Read more
A Washington state family is reeling from a devastating incident where their beloved pet pigs were mistakenly slaughtered by a mobile butcher who showed up at the wrong address. Security camera footage captured the heart-wrenching moment when an unknown truck arrived at the family’s home on May 1st, in their absence. Upon inspection by a … Read more
Rachel Hodges shares the harrowing experience of her daughter, Da’Kyah, who was rushed to the hospital after exhibiting alarming symptoms. Da’Kyah, a kindergarten student at Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary School in Minneapolis, reportedly experienced shaking, difficulty walking, and bizarre behavior on Monday. School officials notified Hodges that Da’Kyah had vomited and displayed what appeared to … Read more