A powerful storm system ripped through Iroquois County on April 17, leaving behind a trail of destruction from two confirmed tornadoes. One touched down near Buckley with winds strong enough to flatten grain bins and uproot trees, earning an EF-1 rating. The other, a stronger EF-2, carved a path nea
The Patriots enter the 2026 draft with a unique mix of position and numbers. After years of picking early, they now hold the 31st spot in round one, a place that puts them at the tail end of every round. Their overall slate includes 11 selections, spread from the first to the seventh round, with a n
The NBA playoffs are in full swing, and the Detroit Pistons find themselves trailing after a home loss to the Orlando Magic. On Wednesday, the series shifts back to Detroit for Game 2 of the first round. Fans can catch the matchup on television or online, depending on their preference. The
Africa still struggles with a lack of reliable diagnostic tests, which hurts health progress and makes disease outbreaks harder to control. Financial help for labs has been cut, so the continent must find ways to boost lab services that do not rely too much on donors. Experts suggest a few key
Manchester City secured the league lead after a swift 1-0 victory at Turf Moor, thanks to an early strike from Erling Haaland. The win pushed them past Arsenal, who had held the summit for eight months but saw their advantage evaporate in recent matches. The game was a textbook example of City’s
After surgery, patients with advanced esophageal cancer often face the risk of the disease coming back. A recent real‑world study examined how well a drug called nivolumab, given after surgery, can predict who might see the cancer return. The researchers looked at a group of people who had their tum
Prom night and graduation season are exciting times for high schoolers, filled with celebrations and memorable moments. But these events can turn tragic when alcohol and cars mix. In one sad case, a 17-year-old driver lost control after drinking at a party and crashed, taking a life. The investigati
This week, the Pentagon made headlines again with another top-level firing—this time targeting Navy Secretary John Phelan. The move came just weeks after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth removed the Army’s highest-ranking general, raising questions about stability in military leadership. Instead of ex
A man who once lived in the shadows of diplomacy now lives under bright lights. He is the son of a former Iranian ambassador, but his own story has taken a very different turn. In late March he was filmed stepping onto a private jet, ready for a weekend in Ibiza. The video quickly spread online. He
Ashley Graham, known for her runway work and outspoken support of body positivity, will appear briefly in the upcoming sequel to “The Devil Wears Prada, ” scheduled for release on May 1. The announcement came during a recent industry gathering where she and her agent, Natasha Bolouki, discussed the
