Author: Voxtrend News
School District U-46 is officially taking suggestions for the name of the new middle school being built in Elgin. “(Tuesday) we will be officially launching the nomination process,” Chief of Staff Brian Lindholm said Monday during the school board meeting. U-46 broke ground on the 193,000-square foot, $110 million middle school at 2604 Rohrssen Road in April. It’s adjacent to Hilltop Elementary School and will house up to 1,125 sixth-, seventh and eighth-grade students when it opens for the 2027-28 school year. The district has reached out to residents and students who live near the new campus to seek their…
When the second Donald Trump administration began, many worried that it would abandon America’s long-standing, bipartisan commitment to human rights around the world. This was the concern during the first administration, too, but career foreign affairs professionals continued much of the day-to-day work that has supported human rights for decades. This time around, however, President Trump’s team ousted or undermined anyone who might try to stay the course and has taken an even more nefarious approach. Rather than ignore human rights, the administration is twisting the concept in support of a political agenda that undermines equality, justice and human security…
A teenage girl was in custody Friday night after they say she stabbed and critically injured a young woman near the 69th Street Red Line CTA station, according to Chicago police. The victim, 20, was involved in a physical altercation with a 17-year-old girl on the sidewalk in the first block of West 69th Street around 6 p.m, when the teen pulled out a sharp object and stabbed the woman twice in her torso, police said. The woman was taken to UChicago Medicine in critical condition. The teen was arrested and transported to St. Bernard Hospital for a minor injury…
NEW YORK — Cracker Barrel is marching forward with an ongoing makeover. And to the dismay of some fans, the chain’s new logo now ditches the barrel itself. Or rather, the drawing many have associated with Cracker Barrel over the years. The man leaning on that barrel is also gone, as are the words “Old Country Store.” Instead, the new emblem features a simpler design with just “Cracker Barrel” written on a gold background, which also has a semi-updated shape. “Anchored in Cracker Barrel’s signature gold and brown tones, the updated visuals will appear across menus and marketing collateral,” the…
The Morton Grove Village Board approved new regulations for electric bicycle – commonly known as an e-bike – and electric scooter use in town, joining a growing number of area suburbs looking to put some brakes on the increasingly popular vehicles. “I think we’ve made the streets a little bit safer,” Morton Grove mayor Janine Witko said at the Aug. 12 board meeting, after the new ordinance passed. The new regulations provide e-bikes, which were previously prohibited on public roads and sidewalks within the village, with legal status and guidelines for their use. E-bikes and similar vehicles have been prohibited…
Today is Saturday, Aug. 23, the 235th day of 2025. There are 130 days left in the year. Today in history: On Aug 23, 2020, a white police officer in Kenosha, Wisconsin, shot a Black man, Jacob Blake, seven times as officers tried to arrest Blake on an outstanding warrant; the shooting left Blake partially paralyzed and triggered several nights of violent protests. Also on this date: In 1305, Scottish rebel leader Sir William Wallace was executed by the English for treason. In 1775, Britain’s King George III proclaimed the American colonies to be in a state of “open and…
Death arrives with regularity, but sometimes it can produce something in addition to tears. And so it was last week when Mike Dooley let me know that his brother, Jim Dooley, had died on Aug. 8 after a lengthy battle with colon cancer. “Jim was a talented musician, superb vocalist, brilliant guitarist,” Mike wrote in a message, along with his son Mick and Jim’s daughter Claire. “And a prolific songwriter, poet, artist, nature photographer, husband and father.” Sad for a moment, then I smiled, as I was tossed back in time. Jim, Mike, Joe and Bill were The Dooley Brothers…
Jayda Davis Rockledge FL Death and Obituary – The community of Rockledge, Florida, is reeling from the heartbreaking news of the passing of Jayda Davis, a cherished daughter, sister, and friend, whose life was tragically cut short in a car accident. Jayda’s sudden death has left her family, friends, and neighbors in shock and deep sorrow, as they mourn the loss of a young woman whose kindness and warmth touched countless lives. Jayda was known for her vibrant personality and her ability to bring joy to those around her. Friends describe her as someone who had an infectious smile, a…
James River High School Suicide – In a deeply troubling event that has shaken the James River High School community, authorities in Midlothian, Virginia, are investigating the tragic death of a student. The incident, which school officials confirmed occurred off campus, has left classmates, teachers, and families devastated, sparking conversations about mental health and the importance of support during times of crisis. The Chesterfield County Police Department has taken the lead in the investigation, working closely with the medical examiner’s office to determine the cause of death. While initial reports indicate that suicide is suspected, officials have stressed the importance…
Travian Robertson South Carolina Accident – The University of South Carolina football program and its loyal fan base were shaken by troubling news on Friday after reports confirmed that defensive line assistant coach Travian Robertson was injured in a car accident. The incident, now widely referred to as the Travian Robertson South Carolina accident, has generated widespread concern across the state and throughout the college football community. Robertson, a beloved figure both as a former player and current coach, is receiving medical care as supporters anxiously await further updates on his condition. Travian Robertson’s ties to South Carolina football run…