The Trump administration has halted the firings of hundreds of federal employees who were tasked with working on the nation’s nuclear weapons programs, in an about-face that has left workers confused and experts cautioning that DOGE’s blind cost cutting will put communities at risk.
Chicago White Sox prospects Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith had live batting practice sessions Sunday as they continue to learn at their first major-league camp.
Today has good vibes, although that’s not the whole story. As the appeasing Libra Moon aggravates shifty Neptune, potentially upsetting information may be stuffed under the rug. That said, Luna then goes on to work productively with the optimistic Sun, so perhaps we can live without airing every unpleasant thought. At least, until the Moon shifts into somber Scorpio at 7:19 pm EST, after which there will be plenty of time to delve into the tough stuff. We might as well enjoy the reprieve!
With 5-year-old Chase Center under the spotlight during NBA All-Star Weekend, many eyes are also on the women’s game.
Nebraska men’s basketball rallied from a 20-point deficit to beat Northwestern 68-64 on Sunday in Evanston.
While trying to lead Nebraska to its second straight NCAA Tournament berth, Fred Hoiberg admits still thinking about what could have been with the Bulls, if not for one untimely injury.
Months after a flood filled it with 2⅟₂ feet of water and displaced more than 100 animals, Heartland Animal Shelter in Wheeling celebrated its grand reopening Sunday.
Wind chills between minus 10 and minus 25 degrees are expected Monday through Wednesday, the weather service said.
President Donald Trump’s approach to ending Russia’s war against Ukraine has left European allies and Ukrainian officials worried they are being largely sidelined by the new U.S. administration as Washington and Moscow plan direct negotiations.
John Dietz: The Blackhawks may not have many trade chips, but Ryan Donato is an attractive option for playoff teams.