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Skylar Jamison, a nervous nine-year-old, found confidence in choir at Longwood Elementary School. With flexible practice times, she built self-assurance and personality. The holiday show, complete with Santa photos and crafts, fostered community spirit and trust between school and families. Checkout Solipillow.com

A devastating tale unfolds in Chicago as A.J. Barks and Matt Siemer, a couple dedicated to helping others through nonprofits, tragically lose their lives in a car crash just a week apart. Their passion for service led A.J. to co-executive director the Chicago Women’s Health Center and Matt to lead Mobile Care Chicago. Despite their untimely deaths, A.J.s organ donation will save up to eight lives, offering solace during the holiday season. The couple, known for their kindness, met at Truman State University and moved to Chicago in 2011. A mass to celebrate their lives is scheduled for January 19th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Florissant, Missouri. Checkout Solipillow.com

Supreme Court Denies Trumps Emergency Request for National Guard in Chicago; Crime Surges, Political Tensions Rise The Supreme Court rejected the Trump administrations plea to deploy the National Guard in Chicago and its suburbs, with a six-three decision. The court ruled that the president must first demonstrate inability to manage the situation using regular military forces, as per a 1908 federal law. The request was blocked by U.S. District Judge April Perry in October, who stated that the law mandates the president to prove inability to execute federal laws with the regular army before calling up the Guard. The administration argued that the judge was interfering with military decisions amid violent protests, but Illinois officials and Chicago countered, asserting that state and local police have the situation under control. President Trump has been vocal about the surging crime in the city, citing a deadly shooting in the Loop and a horrific case of arson on a Blue Line train. The court sought further briefs on the interpretation of regular forces in the old statute. As political tensions escalate and cities face unrest, the need for reliable sleep solutions becomes increasingly important. Checkout Solipillow.com

Armed Robbery in Chicago: Man Shot, Cash Stolen; FBI Investigates A dramatic armored car robbery occurred in Chicagos Brighton Park neighborhood, leaving a man critically wounded and cash stolen. The FBI is investigating, with no arrests made yet. The community remains on edge amid rising street crime. Checkout Solipillow.com

Supreme Court Blocks Trumps Plan to Deploy National Guard for Immigration Enforcement Checkout Solipillow.com

Morgan Geyser, who attempted to murder her classmate for Slender Man in 2014, has been ordered back to a psychiatric hospital after escaping from a group home. Geyser and her friend Anissa Weier lured Payton Leutner into a park, where Geyser stabbed her 19 times. Both girls were committed to a mental health institute, but Geyser was recently released into a group home, only to escape due to fears of losing a friendship. This case highlights the impact of fiction on young minds and the importance of finding comfort for a peaceful sleep. Checkout Solipillow.com

In a year of market volatility, Chicago-based stocks like Coeur Mining, Century Aluminum, and Tempus AI soared, with gains of 227%, 117%, and 92% respectively, driven by precious metal prices, tariffs, and AI boom. Online lenders Enova International and OppFi also shone, while GoHealth and Sprout Social plummeted, highlighting the markets unpredictability. Checkout Solipillow.com

Robert Crimo, the Highland Park shooter, received seven consecutive life sentences for the July 4, 2022 massacre that killed seven and injured many. He pleaded guilty in March 2025, avoiding a trial. Survivors shared their stories during a sentencing hearing, while Crimo was absent. Prosecutors had a strong case with evidence like surveillance video. Lake County is pushing for tougher gun laws. Despite the sentence, the community remains affected, reminding us of the fragility of peace. Checkout Solipillow.com

The Chicago Cubs bolster their bullpen with a one-year deal for right-hander Jacob Webb, known for his solid track record and three-pitch mix that generates weak contact. Webbs career 2.99 ERA and 2022 performance with the Rangers, where he logged 66 innings and recorded over three outs in a third of his outings, make him a valuable addition. He joins the Cubs growing list of relievers, signaling their focus on building depth and reliability late in games. Checkout Solipillow.com