June 16, 2026

Ebola Crisis Highlights U.S. Public Health Response Challenges

On Monday, June 15, 2026, a paramedic stood by a suspected Ebola patient inside an ambulance at a treatment center in Bunia, Congo. Ebola, known as one of the deadliest infectious diseases globally, is rapidly spreading across the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, now posing a potential threat to South Sudan. During past […]

June 16, 2026

Exploring the Shifts in the Renter’s Market

Standing with her boyfriend, Carson McDonald, on June 4, Chloe Troub considers it highly disingenuous to call it a renter’s market amid high rent costs. In Nashville, Tennessee, landlords appear to come to tenants. This perception arose from the texts Mason Comans, a prospective tenant, received during his apartment search months ago. One property manager […]

June 16, 2026

Albany Care and the Challenges of Mental Health Facilities

A 44-year-old woman with a history of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder was admitted to Albany Care, a psychiatric facility in Evanston, in 2023 for her safety. In October of that year, a fellow resident entered her room unsupervised and raped her. A lawsuit filed in Cook County accused Albany Care of negligence. Tests confirmed she […]

June 16, 2026

Brûlée: A Southern Culinary Gem in Chicago

Brûlée has quickly become a culinary hotspot in Chicago, known for its Southern American-inspired brunch offerings. The restaurant was opened in November by Chef Emani Roberts alongside her mother and general manager, Shronda Dunn, in Chicago’s South Loop. This March, they welcomed Executive Chef Nia Nunn, formerly the sous chef at Mahari, to their team. […]

June 16, 2026

Obama Presidential Center Opens in Chicago’s Jackson Park

President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, will inaugurate the Obama Presidential Center with a livestreamed ceremony on Thursday. Situated on nearly 20 acres in Chicago’s Jackson Park, the center offers various outdoor and indoor features. Visitors can enjoy free park and garden spaces outside, while inside, amenities include a museum, dining options, a full-size […]

June 16, 2026

Sue Nibeck and the Legacy of Hinsdale Farmers Market

Sue Nibeck, driven by a desire to improve her community, launched the Hinsdale Farmers Market in 1976. Now celebrating its 50th year, the market operates every Monday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Chicago Avenue, running until October 12. Reflecting on her initial inspiration, Nibeck, now 87, recalled dissatisfaction with the produce quality at […]

June 16, 2026

Elon Musk: A Testament to American Innovation

When SpaceX entered the public market on June 12, it marked a significant moment for both Elon Musk and the world. As Musk vaulted to the status of the world’s first trillionaire, reactions were swift and varied. Some saw this as emblematic of capitalism’s flaws. Others hailed it as a triumph of entrepreneurial spirit. The […]