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Wisconsin works toward Big Ten triple bye at Oregon
Though Wisconsin fell out of the AP Top 25 this week, the Badgers still have an opportunity to grab a top-four seed in the Big Ten tournament that delivers a bye all the way to the March 13 quarterfinals in Chicago.
40,000-year-old signs show humans were recording information long before writing
More than 40,000 years ago, Ice Age humans were carving repeated patterns of dots, lines, and crosses into tools and small ivory figurines. A new computational study of more than 3,000 of these Paleolithic signs reveals that they were not random decorations but structured sequences with measurable complexity. Surprisingly, their information density rivals that of proto-cuneiform, the earliest known writing system that emerged around 3,000 B.C.E.
Unrest in Mexico impacts local family and business owner
One Smith Mountain Lake business owner says just weeks ago, Guadalajara felt safe and vibrant, but now, his family is sheltering in place as violence disrupts daily life.
Kornacki: Trump’s political position looks ‘an awful lot’ like it did eight years ago
Ahead of President Trump’s State of the Union address, NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki discusses the president’s approval rating and the polling landscape for both Democrats and Republicans heading into the midterms.
Birders Around the World Help Track ‘the Heartbeats of the Planet’
Launched three decades ago, the Great Backyard Bird Count mobilizes citizen scientists to monitor bird populations and advance research.
$4B Gerber Kawasaki to Use Altruist for New Business
The RIA will also use Altruist’s AI platform, Hazel, which triggered a selloff in traditional wealth management stocks a few weeks ago.
Dark Sky’s Original Creator Made Another Weather App
The legend that was Dark Sky weather is no more. Apple bought that incredible weather app years ago, incorporated some of the tech into its own weather app, and then shut... #AcmeWeather #DarkSky
25 Four Seasons condos sit empty after years on the market. There’s a new plan to sell them.
Nearly 30% of all units in the luxury New Orleans high rise remain empty four years after the Four Seasons opened. Can a Chicago brokerage help?
Glenview slows plans to turn downtown into entertainment district, ban service businesses
Glenview slows plans to turn downtown into an entertainment district, ban service and retail businesses, including doctors.
Completed $12M NuLu project reshapes busy Louisville business district for pedestrians
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg announced Tuesday the completion of the $12 million NuLu Streetscape project, a plan originally conceived 16 years ago to turn the city's busiest new business district
Chris Powell aims to transform the health of the country and beyond with 'TransformNation'
Appropriately titled, "TransformNation," the free YouTube series debuted a few weeks ago and has already seen huge success.
The Bear’s Den, February 24, 2025
The Chicago Bears, NFL get ready for rules review & NFL combine
The Phillies’ player with most to prove in spring training
The Phillies rolled to the division title a year ago, but it's not about winning the NL East as they need to fight for NL superiority
Pentagon Races to Spend $153 Billion in Added Funds for Military
The Trump administration for months ignored Congress’s demand for a plan on how the Defense Department would spend the money that Republicans pushed through in their sweeping domestic policy bill.
Winston Lawyers Featured on the 2026 Lawdragon Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers List
Winston & Strawn lawyers were named on the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers list. This directory highlights the individuals and organizations at the heart of the…
Cubs BCB After Dark: Who is the dark horse outfielder?
The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks which NRI outfielder has the brightest future in Chicago?
Trump’s Suddenly High-Stakes State of the Union
The president is visiting Congress in a dramatically different place from where he was a year ago.
Pentagon Flags Risks of a Major Operation Against Iran
The warnings have been led by Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, within the Defense Department and during meetings of the National Security Council.
Armed man shot and killed at Mar-a-Lago was never interested in politics or guns, cousin says
The 21-year-old North Carolina man who entered a gate at President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort with a shotgun before he was shot and killed worked as a golf course groundskeeper and sold illustrations of golf courses. Braeden Fields, a cousin who grew up with Austin Tucker Martin, says he never talked about politics and seemed afraid of guns. Fields told The Associated Press that he has no idea why his cousin would do this. Authorities say Martin walked through a gate at Mar-a-Lago in Florida early Sunday and raised a shotgun when confronted by law enforcement, who opened fire. Trump was at the White House at the time.
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First Bank Chicago, one of the five largest privately held banks in Chicago, is pleased to announce Kristen Mellen has been promoted to Systems and Applications Support Officer. In this role, Kristen leads process improvement initiatives that enhance client experiences with our products and services. She provides ongoing support throughout the Bank for system configuration and application implementations. Kristen joined the Bank in 2017.
Armed Man Shot and Killed at Mar-A-Lago Was Never Interested in Politics or Guns, Cousin Says
The 21-year-old North Carolina man who drove onto President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort with a shotgun before he was shot and killed worked as a golf course groundskeeper and sold illustrations of golf courses.
Armed man killed at Mar-a-Lago never interested in politics or guns: Cousin
The 21-year-old North Carolina man who drove onto President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort with a shotgun before he was shot and killed worked as a golf course groundskeeper and sold illustrations of golf courses. Braeden Fields, a cousin who grew up with Austin Tucker Martin says he never talked about politics and seemed afraid of guns. Fields told The Associated Press that he has no idea why his cousin would do this. Authorities say Martin drove through a gate at Mar-a-Lago in Florida early Sunday and raised a shotgun when confronted by law enforcement, who opened fire. Trump was at the White House at the time.
A Woman Started Losing Her Sight Because of a Tattoo She Got Years Ago on Her Back. She's Not Alone
A rare inflammatory condition linked to tattoos is appearing more often in Australia.
Former Secret Service agent details disturbing rise of political violence after Mar-a-Lago shooting
Former Secret Service agent Tim Miller discusses the Mar-a-Lago shooting incident, the increase in threats against President Donald Trump and the disturbing rise of political violence in America.
Family member of armed man who breached Mar-a-Lago perimeter describes personality, politics
The family of an armed North Carolina man killed at Mar-a-Lago early Sunday calls the incident "mind-blowing," describing him as quiet and afraid of guns.
With billions on the line, Chicago faces turning point on publicly funded stadiums
Chicago's professional sports teams have shaped its global identity for decades. Now they're at the heart of a rare, generational choice for local officials: Should taxpayers foot the bill?
Suspected gunman identified after being shot dead at Mar-a-Lago
Law enforcement confirm man, who was armed with a shotgun and gas canister at Trump’s Florida home, was 21-year-old Austin Tucker Martin
Snow surge in Sierra sparks business boom in Truckee
Along Donner Pass Road, the Wagon Train diner—an area staple established in the 1940s—has been especially busy as residents and visitors look for a warm place to gather.
The Vikings Have 19 Free Agents — Here’s Who Matters Most
Fullback C.J. Ham retired from the NFL a couple of weeks ago, shrinking the Minnesota Vikings’ list of internal free […]
AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 3:24 p.m. EST
It's a quiet box office weekend as 'GOAT' edges 'Wuthering Heights'
AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 1:09 p.m. EST
It's a quiet box office weekend as 'GOAT' edges 'Wuthering Heights'
Mar-a-Lago trespassing incidents highlight mental health crises and legal outcomes
Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump's residence, has been the site of multiple trespassing incidents since 2017, involving individuals with mental health issues and legal proceedings.
Apple Reportedly Plans to Unveil at Least Five New Products Next Week
In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said Apple will have a three-day stretch of product announcements from Monday, March 2 through Wednesday, March 4. In total, he expects Apple to introduce "at least five products". A week ago, Apple invited selected journalists and content creators to an "Apple Experience" in New York, London, and Shanghai on Wednesday, March 4 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time.
AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 12:14 p.m. EST
Willie Colón, architect of urban salsa music, dies at 75
Chicago Bears 2026 Roster Turnover: What’s the Defensive End Plan?
Next up in @wiltfongjr’s Chicago Bears positional breakdown series is the defensive ends.
Bessent blames left's political 'venom' for violence after deadly Mar-a-Lago incident
Treasury Secretary Bessent blames political "venom" after deadly security incident at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. Suspect shot, killed by authorities Sunday.
AP Entertainment SummaryBrief at 10:37 a.m. EST
Willie Colón, architect of urban salsa music, dies at 75
Business Ins and Outs: Wendy's and The Hen close; 219 Sports Lounge, Dutch Bros and Dunkin open
Business Ins and Outs: Wendy's and The Hen close; 219 Sports Lounge, Dutch Bros and Dunkin open
Armed man shot and killed after entering perimeter around Trump’s Florida home
US Secret Service agents and Palm Beach County law enforcement shot and killed an armed man after he “unlawfully entering the secure perimeter at Mar-a-Lago” Sunday morning, the Secret Service said.
Man shot and killed after entering Mar-a-Lago perimeter, Secret Service says
The Secret Service said the man was observed carrying “what appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can.”
Sellers' 21 help Providence beat DePaul 71-68
CHICAGO (AP) Jaylin Sellers' 21 points helped Providence defeat DePaul 71-68 on Saturday night.
Photos: An inside look at Chicago Cubs spring training
An inside look at the Chicago Cubs from spring training in Mesa, Ariz. Want the latest Cubs news? Subscribe to the Chicago Tribune to read it all — and sign up for our Cubs Insider newsletter. ©2026 Chicago Tribune. Visit chicagotribune.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
After Indiana gambit, Bears signal progress in Illinois
The back and forth comes as the team tries to advance legislation in two states without making public comments that could sour relationships or scuttle talks on either side of the border.
MOFT's long-awaited MagSafe kickstand wallet with Find My support is now available
First unveiled at CES 2025 over a year ago, MOFT’s beloved MagSafe wallet with kickstand now comes with a much...
After Indiana gambit, Bears signal progress in Illinois
After praising Indiana’s stadium push, the Chicago Bears say talks are progressing in Illinois as both states face key legislative deadlines.
A taste of Carnevale celebrated in Utica
Carnevale 2026 was hosted by the Italian Heritage Club of the Mohawk Valley and was held in the gymnasium of the St. Mary of Mount Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish on Catherine Street. Several dozen children decorated their own Carnevale masks and celebrated the Italian Carnevale traditions, famous in Venice.
Healthy Yordan a threat to Bagwell's HR mark -- and key to playoff return
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The Astros’ single-season home run record of 47 was set by Hall of Fame first baseman Jeff Bagwell 26 years ago -- the first year Houston moved into its downtown ballpark. Lance Berkman made a run at Bagwell’s record six years later, but he finished
Bears' best players in 2025 season, per Pro Football Focus
Here's a look at the highest-graded players for the Chicago Bears on offense and defense from the 2025 season.
Men's Basketball to Host Towson Sunday on CBS Sports Network
The Drexel men's basketball team is set to host the Towson Tigers on Sunday. Tip-off is scheduled for 2 p.m. and the game can be found on CBS Sports Network.
Chicago White Sox 2026 Spring Training schedule and results
The South Siders begin play on February 20 at the Cubs, finish up March 23 at the A’s, and play 33 games overall
Small businesses survive with support from their communities, Chicago's Next Voices columnist writes
A 2025 survey found a drop in future confidence among small business owners. Next Voices columnist Lashaunta Moore's response was to make a 12-month plan to buy products and services from local firms.
Strike! Reflecting on 'Wii Sports' role in video game development 20 years later
20 years ago Wii Sports released for people to play worldwide. It became a staple for many members of Gen Z and had a significant impact on the gaming world.
People in Business for Feb. 21, 2026
People in Business for Feb. 21, 2026
Latest Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra benchmarks reveal just how powerful Snapdragon can be
It's happened once again, the Snapdragon chips perform a lot better on Samsung's phones than the competition.
Fighting Traffic And 'Butterflies,' Murakami Impresses In Spring Training Debut
Munetaka Murakami had two hits and two RBIs in his Cactus League debut with the Chicago White Sox.
Miracle on Ice transcended sports and captivated the nation
The Way I See It Art Smith One of the biggest battles of the cold war with the Soviet Union occurred not on the battlefield but on the ice of a smallish hockey rink in the quiet village of Lake Placid, New York. Forty-six years ago, a group of young men, the youngest ever sent […]
NASA Is Helping Bring Giant Tortoises Back to the Galápagos
Giant tortoises are returning to Floreana Island after more than 150 years, guided by NASA data that shows suitable areas for release.
Sonny Garg: What the Epstein files should teach business school students
Perhaps the simplest lesson of the Epstein files and the humiliation of so many powerful people now releasing statements of “regret” is also the oldest: know thyself.
From longshot lawsuit to landmark ruling: How a family toy business took on Trump's tariffs
When Rick Woldenberg took the reins of his family's toy business, Learning Resources Inc, nearly three decades ago, politics and litigation were not on his agenda. Then he became a central figure in one of the most significant U.S. Supreme Court rulings of the last several years.
Where do Cam Newton, Tua Tagovailoa, other in-state stars rank on ESPN’s top college football QBs of 2000s?
ESPN’s Bill Connelly released updated Top 100 on Friday
How quantum science is moving from lab to hospital
Greg Engel and Julian Solway are leading the new UChicago Berggren Center to bring quantum tools into the clinic. In a Q&A, they explain what that means for patients
Brad Nitschke connects compassion to counsel at Parkland Health
Five years ago, Brad Nitschke officially married his values and passion with his career mission when he joined the legal team at Parkland Health. In December,...
On Trump, Obama, Aliens and Washington’s Latest Bombshell
Plus, a pardoned crypto king visits Mar-a-Lago and Trump’s advisers are struggling to get him to focus on the economy.
GE HealthCare, BARDA expand work on AI ultrasound tools
GE HealthCare is expanding a federal contract to develop AI-powered ultrasound tools designed to help even inexperienced medics diagnose injuries during mass casualty events — adding $35 million to the effort to speed emergency care in disasters.
Comedian Vir Das will take Madison ‘around the world’
Emmy-winning comedian and actor Vir Das is touring the world with an ‘ode to strangers.’ He’ll play the Orpheum on Feb. 28.
Egg prices have plummeted. That’s great news for consumers — and a crisis for farmers.
The average price of a dozen eggs at the grocery store is $2.58, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s more than half of what many consumers were paying a year ago.
FBI’s Scola & Chase Tie The Knot On The Show’s Mid-Season Return — Revisit These Unforgettable Wolf Entertainment Weddings
Across Law & Order, One Chicago, and FBI shows, weddings have offered some of our favorite emotional journeys and romantic…
Highlights! Steveson Shakes Off Wheel Kick, Quickly Pummels Opponent
Olympic wrestling gold medalist, Gable Steveson, took a big step up in competition versus veteran slugger, Hugo Lezama, just moments ago (Thurs., Feb. 19, 2026) from inside Showcenter Complex in Monterrey, Mexico in the main event of MFL 3. Steveson’s MMA career is less than a year old, and he’s already the most hyped up […]
The 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers
Honorees this year include Chad Fitzgerald of Kinsella Holley, Irwin Kishner of Herrick and Nina Shaw of Del Shaw Moonves.
Chicago Bears take key step in proposed Indiana stadium move
The Chicago Bears on Thursday hailed the "most meaningful step" yet toward building a new stadium in Indiana, as the neighboring state passed a key measure to entice the NFL franchise to make a divisive cross-border move.Bears president and chief executive Kevin Warren warned in December that Indiana had become a serious option, and on Thursday the state unanimously passed a bill allowing it to issue bonds for the financing and construction of a new stadium.
Chicago Bears Move One Step Closer to Northwest Indiana
The Chicago Bears’ long-running stadium search moved closer to becoming reality in Northwest Indiana on Thursday, as state officials signaled Hammond as the preferred site and lawmakers advanced legislation designed to support construction of a new NFL stadium. The shift comes as excitement around the franchise has surged following a strong season that included a […] The post Chicago Bears Move One Step Closer to Northwest Indiana appeared first on Capital B Gary.
How Jack Silverstein became Chicago's sports historian
“That’s a self-applied title,” Silverstein said. “I love history, I love sports. I thought that was good branding. I thought ‘Chicago sports historian’ was crisp and gave me something it live up to.”
Why ‘iPhone Fold’ can revive the foldable that even Google Pixel couldn’t make work [Gallery]
Foldables opened the door to a whole new world of smartphones just a few years ago, but somehow the entire...
This Tudor 'T-Rex' Diver Mimics Rolex's Most Surprising Watches
Like the Comex Sub and Domino's Air-Kings before it, this rare Pelagos is one of the best examples of Tudor continuing a fun but abandoned Rolex tradition.
Hegseth invited pastor who calls for Christian theocracy to lead Pentagon prayer service
A controversial pastor who supports repealing women’s right to vote and believes homosexuality should be a crime led a worship service at the Pentagon this week, saying he was invited by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Snowball Earth might have had a dynamic climate and open seas
Sediments from Scotland hint that ocean-atmosphere interactions continued more than 600 million years ago despite widespread ice.
ESPN Will Replace Summer ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ With ‘Women’s Sports Sundays’ (EXCLUSIVE)
ESPN Will Replace Summer 'Sunday Night Baseball' With 'Women's Sports Sundays
Way Announces First Major Sports Sponsorship with Chicago Fire FC
New partnership delivers easy, pre‑booked parking for Chicago Fire FC fans at every home match CHICAGO (Feb. 19, 2026) – Way.com today announced its first major sports sponsorship, becoming the Official Parking Partner of Chicago Fire FC. Through the partnership, Way will provide parking solutions for all Fire home matches
Chicago Bears 2026 Roster Turnover: The Specialists
We move onto the specialists in @wiltfongjr’s Chicago Bears position by position roster turnover series.
Entertainment this week: Chicago Teen Edition, Mother Hips and more!
Friday, February 20 CHICAGO Teen Edition – 7 p.m., Truckee Community Theater, 10046 Church Street. ✨ CHICAGO: Teen Edition is coming to the Truckee Community Arts Center Set in the roaring 1920s, Chicago: Teen Edition...
Pickleball company buys West Loop ice rink near United Center
Pickleball company SPF bought the 22,000-square-foot Johnny's IceHouse East property at 1350-1354 W. Madison St. in the West Loop, near the United Center.
The Bear’s Den, February 19, 2025
The Chicago Bears make coaching hires official as fans and pundits dream of a Maxx trade.
We All Need To Go To Business School
Ten years ago, I started teaching at Bard’s Green MBA Program, where I now teach classes in economics, economic development, community investment funds, and “sustaining mission.” And what I can report is that the several hundred students I taught have created, run, or improved an amazing assortment of mission-oriented enterprises.
Volkswagen Revives The W12 Golf And It Sounds Incredible
The rear-wheel-drive Golf with a Bentley heart is just as spectacular as it was nearly two decades ago.
Bandai Namco Unleashes A New Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO Update For Switch And Switch 2
And there's more on the way
Sports betting comes to campus
An abundance of sports betting ads has flooded streaming platforms, YouTube, and social media since sports betting became legal in Missouri just two months ago. “It was weird seeing LeBron [James] on my For You page telling me to bet instead of seeing him dunk on somebody,” junior Julián Villamil said. Villamil placed his first bet just a few hours before our conversation.
The Herald's weekly entertainment picks
Looking to be entertained from Thursday, Feb. 19, through Wednesday, Feb. 25? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.
Cubs lose 5-year veteran infielder to Blue Jays
The Toronto Blue Jays claimed infielder Ben Cowles, a veteran of five seasons in the Chicago Cubs organization, off waivers Wednesday. In a corresponding roster move, pitcher Bowden Francis was placed on the 60-day injured list. MORE: Red Sox issue,…
New Details Confirm Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Powerful Upgrade
New Geekbench scores for the Galaxy S26 Ultra reveal the power of Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. See how it stacks up before the Feb 23 Galaxy Unpacked event.
Hegseth invited Christian nationalist Doug Wilson to preach at Pentagon
The self-described “paleo-Confederate” has argued that wives should submit to their husbands, women should be denied the vote and Christian slaveowners were on “firm scriptural ground.”
Photos: An inside look at Chicago Cubs spring training
An inside look at the Chicago Cubs from spring training in Mesa, Ariz. Want the latest Cubs news? Subscribe to the Chicago Tribune to read it all — and sign up for our Cubs Insider newsletter. ©2026 Chicago Tribune. Visit chicagotribune.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Student input called upon to name the new Science and Health Sciences Building
UW-Eau Claire is in search of student input for the name of its new Science and Health Sciences Building. In an email via the dean of students two weeks ago, Student Body President Kaitlyn Hevrin, a fourth-year neuroscience student, urged students to submit name ideas for the Science and Health Sciences Building. There was an...
New Expedition 74 Foursome Kicks off Science, Gets Used to Space
Vein scans and pharmaceutical research topped the science schedule aboard the International Space Station on Wednesday. The Expedition 74 crew rounded out the day with Dragon cargo transfers, lab familiarization activities, and life support maintenance duties.
Trump family business files for trademark rights on any airports using the president's name
Applications filed by the Trump Organization with the federal trademark office are seeking exclusive rights to use the president's name on airports and dozens of related things found there, from buses shuttling passengers to umbrellas and travel bags to flight suits.
From Operation Breadbasket to presidential politics, here's how Rev. Jesse Jackson shaped Chicago
A protege of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson left an indelible mark on Chicago. WBEZ's Somer Van Benton has the story of his legacy in the city.
Nebraska lawmakers, business groups criticize auditor's findings on tax incentives
Sen. Brad von Gillern of Elkhorn said the incentives "have led to billions of dollars in investment in the state and created tens of thousands of jobs" since their creation.
‘The Golden Girls’ Joins MeTV Lineup
The iconic series returns to broadcast TV.