The “Michael” movie is a Thriller that captures Michael Jackson at his peak, with Jaafar Jackson and Colman Domingo delivering outstanding performances, and the film staying true to the music that made Michael a legend.
A Thriller on Film: “Michael” Celebrates the Music That Changed the World
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Cannabis for Health: Treating Diseases and Improving Well-Being
Marijuana and CBD have been found to have a range of medicinal benefits, including treating HIV-related issues, glaucoma, cancer, Alzheimer’s, skin infections, and acne.
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Republican Caucus Wants Control
The Will County Republican Caucus has approved a measure to restore local control over commercial solar facilities, which was removed by a state law in 2023, and a resolution will be sent to the state to restore that authority.
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Credit card chaos’? Financial institutions bet big on repeal of first-of-its-kind Illinois law
Illinois lawmakers are currently in a battle with banks and credit unions over the state’s Interchange Fee Prohibition Act, which would prohibit financial institutions from charging fees on the tax and tip portions of consumer bills and bans them from making up the fees elsewhere.
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Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission to Hold Public Hearing in Chicago
The Illinois African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC) will hold a public hearing on April 25, 2026, to discuss the Taking Account harms report and explore paths to reparative justice for Black Illinoisans descended from American Slavery.
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Gaylord Building Historic Site Wins Two State Museum Awards
The Gaylord Building Historic Site received two statewide awards from the Illinois Association of Museums for its work in exhibition design, public history, and community engagement, recognizing its 50 Years to Overnight Success exhibit and Story Wall initiative.
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Plainfield Halts Data Center Growth to Avoid Struggles Seen in Joliet and Yorkville
The Village of Plainfield has adopted an ordinance to place a 180-day moratorium on the development of data centers within the village, citing environmental concerns and insufficient power infrastructure.
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Joliet Council Votes to Open Former JJC Student Housing to General Public
The Joliet City Council has approved an amendment to an existing ordinance that now allows a multi-family development to serve tenants that are not affiliated with Joliet Junior College.
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Manley Advances Plan to Reduce Autism Evaluation Wait Times
House Bill 5225, sponsored by Rep. Natalie Manley, would allow qualified speech-language pathologists to diagnose autism spectrum disorder in children under three years old with no co-occurring medical conditions, in order to reduce delays in diagnosis and access to effective interventions.
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The Future of Work
At OIC of America, we’re preparing people to lead in this new world of work and not get left behind. That means teaching digital and AI skills, expanding access to technology, and making sure every learner has the tools to succeed in a tech-enabled economy. But it also means investing in emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and adaptability — skills that are just as important in a fast-changing and increasingly competitive world.
