Calls for transparency during Chicago Teachers Union contract talks

Val Kilmer, a versatile Hollywood actor known for his leading roles as Jim Morrison and Batman, died at 65 in Los Angeles due to pneumonia. Despite early success in blockbuster films like "Top Gun" and "Batman Forever," Kilmer also excelled in supporting roles in movies like "Heat" and "The Saint." His enigmatic personality and unpredictable nature left a lasting impression on both audiences and industry insiders, making him a memorable figure in Hollywood history. Full...

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a small plane crash in Tuscarwas County involving a 1973 Cessna 310Q that occurred just after 5 p.m. in Mill Township. The pilot, the sole occupant, died in the crash, which took place shortly after takeoff from Harry Clever Field Airport with no distress calls made prior to the incident. The National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration will conduct their own investigations into the cause of...

A Wisconsin professor, Jose Felipe Alvergue, was placed on leave after allegedly attacking a Republican voter operation on Election Day, disrupting a peaceful effort by UWEC College Republicans to share information on campus. The incident occurred during the Wisconsin Supreme Court race between Judge Susan Crawford and Judge Brad Schimel, which will determine the ideological balance of the state's highest court. The university has launched an investigation and Alvergue is set to appear in court...

Dane County Circuit Judge Susan Crawford narrowly won the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, maintaining the court's liberal majority in a closely-watched and record-breaking election. The nonpartisan race saw Democrats supporting Crawford and Republicans backing Brad Schimel, with Crawford securing a 10-year term on the 4-3 liberal-majority court. The outcome was crucial for issues like redistricting and public sector union rights, with total spending exceeding $90 million and outside support favoring Schimel. Full Article

Sour Patch Kids announced a rebranding as "Just Patch Kids," dropping the "sour" from their name to reflect a new non-sour identity, sparking mixed reactions on social media. Despite speculation of an April Fool's Day prank, the candy confirmed its commitment to being sour with a post that read "SOUR FOREVER!!!!!" Mondelez International, the candy's owner, did not respond to inquiries about the rebranding. Full Article

Retired NFL player Jason Kelce and podcasting star Kylie Kelce welcomed their fourth child, baby girl Finnley “Finn” Anne Kelce, adding to their chaos at home with big sisters Wyatt, Elliotte, and Bennett. The proud parents announced Finn’s birth on Instagram, sharing sweet photos and expressing relief that Kylie’s difficult third trimester is over. Despite her dislike of pregnancy and lack of preparation for baby number four, Kylie did invest in a new baby lounging...