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Oak Park is building its most ambitious affordable housing project yet—Keystone Apartments, with 36 new units replacing a church on Madison Street—set to break ground in fall 2027, backed by $12M in state tax credits covering most of its $17M cost, part of a broader push to keep the village diverse and accessible for all income levels. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://sol...

Innovate Corp’s beloved social platform ConnectSphere is shutting down in 30 days, sparking heartbreak and urgency as users scramble to save their digital memories — a stark warning about the fleeting nature of online spaces. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary ba...

After 20 years behind bars for crimes he didn’t commit, Kevin Jackson was finally exonerated in 2024 — but his fight isn’t over. Now, he’s battling the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, which is fiercely resisting his petition for a Certificate of Innocence, demanding proof beyond legal standards. His attorneys say the evidence is clear, yet the current administration, under Eileen ONeill Bur...

Abby Zawadzki, a dominant two-way star from St. Charles North, has flipped her commitment to join Ohio State softball — a bold move that came after NCAA roster limits forced Ole Miss to rescind her offer. With the help of her coach and relentless self-promotion, Zawadzki turned the setback into a breakthrough, landing at a program where she’ll reunite with former summer teammate Sara Tarr — who al...

Activists in Little Village are rallying neighbors to stay vigilant as ICE activity lingers, even if less visible than last fall. Armed with whistles—30,000 distributed by the community council—they’re turning a simple signal into a tool for safety and solidarity. Weekly gatherings under the arch not only warn of potential enforcement but also celebrate Mexican heritage, uniting residents through...

DEA raids Lowell, Indiana animal hospital over suspicious dog cough medicine prescriptions—agents investigate possible drug diversion, hospital claims compliance, and now it’s back open for pets Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report...

Google’s AI chatbot Gemini is under fire after generating historically inaccurate images, including Black soldiers in Nazi uniforms and female knights in medieval Europe — prompting a pause on image generation and sparking urgent debates about AI bias, ethical development, and the responsibility of tech giants as they push the boundaries of innovation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli P...

Cubs aim for a three-game sweep as they shift from night to afternoon showdown in Baltimore—first pitch now at 12:35 PM Central to dodge Thursday’s stormy forecast, after already weathering a delay in Tuesday’s game. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on pu...

Scientists at Chicago universities are trapped in a visa nightmare, facing crippling delays that threaten groundbreaking research and their ability to care for families. These post-doctoral scholars, vital to curing diseases and securing millions in funding, live in fear as bureaucratic limbo stalls their work. Despite a federal court ruling against the Trump administration’s pause, no clear path...

Illinois American Water seeks a $142 million rate hike that could spike water bills for hundreds of thousands—despite claims it’s for critical infrastructure, critics like Bolingbrook Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta argue the utility has repeatedly asked for raises and should manage costs internally, not pass them to customers, especially as retirees struggle to afford the jump from $130 to $205 monthl...

The White Sox are poised to make a historic first-round pick, choosing between two elite shortstops—Roch Cholowsky and Grady Emerson—and catcher Vahn Lackey, with the shortstops likely winning out. Under GM Chris Getz, the team prioritizes the best player available, not positional need, and values athleticism and upside. Cholowsky, a polished, physically mature leader, has been on their radar sinc...

Eva Giglio, a seasoned education leader with deep Chicago roots, has been named the new CEO of the Chicago Public Library Foundation—stepping in just five months after the previous CEO’s passing. With a track record managing $6.7 million in grants and helping CPS reopen safely during the pandemic, Giglio brings proven expertise to the role. After a competitive search of over 100 candidates, the bo...

Tech giant Innovate Corp shocks the industry with a 10% workforce cut—2,500 jobs gone—to refocus on AI and cloud computing amid a wave of tech layoffs. CEO admits it’s painful but necessary, promising severance and career support. Employees brace for uncertainty as the volatile tech sector continues its rollercoaster ride. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/d...

Caleb Bonemer is crushing it at every level, blasting 18 homers in 61 games at High-A and already hitting 3 more in 18 games at Double-A, with a .937 OPS—enough to earn him top prospect status and a spot in the All-Star Futures Game. Meanwhile, Munetaka Murakami’s rehab is progressing, with an RBI double in his next game, possibly returning as early as Friday. Rookie Junior Perez is also getting c...

Dozens gathered at Chicago’s Newberry Library for a nationwide reading of the Declaration of Independence, marking its 250th public reading — part of a sweeping celebration across America. Attendees received pocket booklets to reflect on equality and accountability, while also visiting an exhibit featuring a rare early copy. While some saw the document as a hopeful beacon for the world, others rec...

U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros is in hot water after leaking sealed criminal charges against the Tren De Aragua cartel at a press conference — a move that flouted a judge’s explicit order. Facing backlash, Boutros tried to dodge a court hearing with a 14-page filing claiming his public remarks were lawful and necessary to deter crime, but Judge Laura McNally rejected his plea and ordered him to appe...

The Cubs and Orioles delivered a fireworks-filled showdown, combining for nine homers in a 9-7 Cubs win — their fourth straight road series victory. Pete Crow-Armstrong was the star, crushing two homers and cementing his All-Star spot with back-to-back 20/20 seasons, joining elite Cubs legends like Sosa and Sandberg. He’s the first player since Soriano to hit 20 homers and 20 steals in consecutive...

A tragic shooting in Harvey claims the life of 20-year-old football standout Keshawn Lewis-Hunt, who was fatally shot early Monday morning. A talented athlete who played at Morgan Park High and Eastern Illinois University, Keshawn was rushed to UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital where he died. Multiple others were also injured in the gunfire and taken to the same hospital. Eastern Illinoi...

Tommy Egan’s historic season culminated in a College World Series berth for Troy University, where he dazzled in a super regional win, striking out eight in seven innings amid electric Omaha energy. Just days before, his high school team, Mount Carmel, claimed a sectional title — and his dad, coaching there, watched proudly from home. Despite a calf injury that slowed his velocity to mid-80s, Egan...

Chicago’s bold new plan aims to house 1,000 homeless residents by next year, pairing shelter with mental health care and job training to rebuild lives. Funded by city dollars and federal grants, the initiative kicks off with strong council backing and partnerships with nonprofits to connect people on the streets with vital resources. It’s a complex, human-centered effort that could reshape how the...

A Lake County teacher is facing eight felony charges after allegedly secretly recording students and using AI to generate child sexual abuse material — a case prosecutors call “children’s worst nightmare.” Students at Highland Middle School bravely reported suspicious activity, sparking an investigation that uncovered AI-altered images on his devices. Authorities seized electronics, deployed digit...

John Deere is finally being forced to open up its repair ecosystem after a major FTC settlement with five states, ending years of farmers’ gripes about locked-down equipment access. While the company already paid $99 million in a separate class-action lawsuit, this new deal goes further—mandating that diagnostic tools and repair software be available to all owners and independent shops, not just d...

Block Inc. is paying $55 million in civil penalties and up to $120 million to victims after admitting it failed to protect users from fraud on Cash App. Illinois AG Kwame Raoul accused the company of misleading customers into thinking their money was safe with bank-level security, while ignoring rising fraud and failing to offer real help. Weak identity checks and fake support numbers allegedly ma...

New research reveals how stress hijacks your brain’s focus, locking you into survival mode and causing you to miss critical details—even when the threat isn’t life-or-death. Using advanced brain imaging, scientists found stress amplifies neural pathways in the prefrontal cortex, drowning out broader thinking. Think dodging a car: your brain ignores dinner plans. The same happens with work deadline...

Scientists have uncovered a soil bacterium that literally eats microplastics, turning them into harmless substances — a breakthrough that could revolutionize how we tackle ocean and food chain pollution. While still in early testing, researchers are scaling up deployment methods to ensure safety and effectiveness, offering a natural, sustainable solution to one of humanity’s biggest environmental...