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For the Frankfort Park District, which operates with an about $2 million annual budget, the recent announcement of a $7.9 million state grant will be a gamechanger. While the village in May received $1.6 million to link the eastern part of Frankfort and Commissioners Park, 22451 S. 80th Ave, to the broader Frankfort trail system, the most recent grant will largely focus on improving Commissioners Park itself, according to parks Director Gina Hassett. “This amount of money is pretty much unprecedented to get,” Hassett said Monday. “I’ve been with the district for 10 years and our Park District is underfunded…

The Kyle Tucker saga took a sharp turn late Monday afternoon when Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell announced he would give his slumping slugger some time off to regroup. How long is unknown, but with the season winding down and every game increasing in importance, any game off for Tucker is a sad statement on how far his stock has dropped in the last month. And so it goes for the Cubs in a dismal stretch where they’ve basically conceded the National League Central to the Milwaukee Brewers, whom they trail by nine games after Game 2 of the doubleheader…

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Democrats who ended a walkout found themselves shadowed by law enforcement officers to keep them from repeating the protest that stalled Republican efforts to redraw congressional districts and fulfill President Donald Trump’s desire to reshape U.S. House maps. Republicans in the Texas House forced returning Democrats to sign what the Democrats called “permission slips,” agreeing to around-the-clock surveillance by state Department of Public Safety officers to leave the floor. However, Democratic Rep. Nicole Collier, of Fort Worth, refused and remained on the House floor Monday night. The Democrats’ return to Texas puts the Republican-run Legislature in…

The CTA said Monday night there was a minor derailment of a Yellow Line train at the Howard Station near Evanston. About 7:40 p.m., the CTA and the Chicago Fire Department escorted riders from two trains to nearby platforms, according to CTA spokeswoman Catherine Hosinski. No injuries were reported and the cause of the derailment was not immediately known. Originally Published: August 19, 2025 at 8:09 AM CDT

Cincinnati Open Final: Jannik Sinner Retires, Carlos Alcaraz Claims Victory In a surprising turn of events at the Cincinnati Open Final on Monday, tennis fans witnessed a brief encounter between two of the sport’s brightest stars, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. Just days after Sinner’s impressive victory over Alcaraz in the Wimbledon Final, anticipation was high for a thrilling rematch. However, the match only lasted five games before Sinner retired due to an undisclosed illness, leading Alcaraz to take home the trophy. Sinner, visibly upset, addressed the crowd shortly after making the difficult decision to retire. He expressed his regret…

Wall Street Stays Strong as Key Updates Approach Wall Street remains close to its record highs as the week begins, with investors looking forward to important updates from the Federal Reserve and major U.S. retailers. The S&P 500 saw a slight dip of less than 0.1% after previously reaching an all-time high over three days. Similarly, the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 33 points, also down 0.1%, while the Nasdaq composite managed a tiny gain of less than 0.1%. In stock news, Novo Nordisk’s shares surged 3.7% after U.S. regulators approved its Wegovy drug for treating liver disease, which affects…

Seattle Jewelry Store Targeted in Bold Daylight Heist In a startling display of brazen criminal activity, a jewelry store in West Seattle was robbed in broad daylight, with thieves making off with approximately $2 million in valuable items. This daring heist occurred on a Thursday afternoon at Menashe & Sons Jewelers, where four masked individuals executed their plan quickly, threatening staff members with bear spray and a stun gun after smashing through the store’s secure front door. At the time of the robbery, Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes was reportedly dining just a short distance away. While it raises questions…

Washington – President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he is taking steps to organize a face-to-face meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This effort aims to explore ways to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. During a recent meeting at the White House, Trump emphasized the United States’ commitment to securing European nations against further aggression from Russia. While discussions about the specifics of security guarantees evolve, Trump expressed optimism about the potential for progress in ending the conflict, which has persisted for nearly four years. European leaders, including France’s Emmanuel Macron, welcomed the…

Kate Gosselin, known from the reality show “Jon & Kate Plus 8,” is setting the record straight regarding her relationship with daughter Hannah. In a recent TikTok video, Kate revealed that Hannah, now 21, helped her set up an Amazon list, showcasing their ongoing communication. “I’m really excited because I was asking her for help. She’s really good,” Kate shared in her video. Many followers were surprised to hear that the two were still in touch, especially since Hannah has been living with her father, Jon Gosselin, since 2018. Fans expressed their astonishment, with one asking if Hannah still spoke…

Former President Donald Trump announced that he has spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of efforts to promote peace in Ukraine. This conversation came after Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and various European leaders at the White House. In a statement shared on Truth Social, Trump revealed that he initiated arrangements for a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy. He emphasized that these discussions are vital for addressing the prolonged conflict, which has lasted almost four years. Following the dialogues with European leaders, Trump indicated that he would also facilitate a trilateral meeting involving both presidents and…