The debate over school resource officers (SROs) at Waukegan High School has students, parents, and community members feeling uneasy about the lack of a deal between the city and school district. For nearly two weeks, negotiations have been ongoing, but the two sides remain $40,000 apart. As classe
As the nation hurtles towards one of the most pivotal elections in recent history, the Sundial Group of Companies has launched a critical voter education series, "Paint the Polls Black." This ambitious initiative aims to inform, mobilize, and protect the voting rights of Black communities across the
Infant and maternal mortality rates in South Carolina are still above the national average, despite a decrease in 2021. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reports that over 300 infants died in 2022, with birth defects, premature birth, and sudden infant death syndrome
In the early 2000s, I was a student at Ohio State University, involved with an evangelical Christian group. Our discussions on abortion were a minefield of opinions, from liberal to conservative. One group member invoked Eric Rudolph, the Olympic Park bomber and abortion clinic bomber, saying he "co
The 2020 US presidential election has been marked by a peculiar focus on manhood. Political insiders have dubbed it the "boys versus girls election," with the Republican Party emphasizing a hypermasculine, testosterone-fueled message, while the Democratic Party has countered with a message of inclus
The electric car giant's plan to launch its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in China and Europe by Q1 2025 has raised eyebrows. The timeline, while pending regulatory approval, represents a slight delay from earlier expectations of a 2024 rollout. So, what's behind the hold-up? And what does this
The White House has slammed former President Donald Trump's recent comments, accusing him of spreading antisemitic stereotypes and toxic, false stereotypes that threaten fellow citizens. Trump's remarks, made on a radio show, claimed that any Jewish person who votes for Democrats "hates their religi
The recent comments by former President Donald Trump, stating that Jews who vote for Democrats "hate Israel" and "hate their religion," have sparked widespread criticism and outrage. But is Trump's assertion accurate? Or is it a gross exaggeration and a classic example of antisemitic rhetoric? On i
As Easter approaches, several churches in the suburbs are gearing up to host a range of events, from Easter egg hunts to holy week services. But what makes these events truly special? Is it the sense of community that comes with sharing the holiday with fellow believers? Or is it the opportunity to
The electrifying atmosphere at the Rodman household must be palpable right now. After all, Trinity Rodman, daughter of NBA legend Dennis Rodman, has just helped the U.S. women's national soccer team clinch their first Olympic gold medal in 12 years. But what does this victory mean for Trinity, and w
