John Forté, a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer, was found dead at his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts, at the age of 50, with no signs of foul play, and had a career that included co-writing and producing two songs on the Fugees’ multi-platinum, Grammy-winning album “The Score”.
John Forté, Creative Force Behind “The Score” and Voice of Redemption, Dies at 50
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IN MEMORIAM: Thomas H. Watkins Built What Black Media Was Told Could Not Last
In a 2008 oral history interview, Watkins described himself as a capitalist without hesitation. Ownership, he said, was not optional for Black advancement. Newspapers were economic engines as much as civic institutions, and advertising dollars spent in Black communities should remain there.
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Healthy Egg Muffins with Turkey Sausage and Cheddar Cheese
This recipe from the American Heart Association with support from Eggland’s Best provides instructions for making a 6-serving egg and sausage muffin pan breakfast with yellow onion, sliced white mushrooms, and fat-free cheddar cheese.
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Healthy Broccoli and Cheddar Egg Muffins
This recipe from the American Heart Association with support from Eggland’s Best provides a healthy and easy breakfast option of egg whites, broccoli, cheddar cheese, and whole-wheat English muffins.
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Healthy Breakfast Options Made Easy with Eggs
The American Heart Association’s Healthy for Good Eat Smart initiative, supported by Eggland’s Best, offers egg-inspired recipes that are wholesome, flavorful, and fast, making healthy eating fit into busy lifestyles.
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Gov. Pritzker to defend freeze against crucial Child Care and Family Assistance Programs
The Trump Administration has frozen $10 billion in federal funds for social services and childcare in five states, including $1 billion for Illinois, which could negatively impact 100,000 families and 152,000 children.
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Slammers exercised 2026 club options
The Joliet Slammers have exercised contract options on 13 players and added RHP Austin Baugh to their 2026 roster, with additional player announcements to be made in the coming months.
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Illinois Houswee speaker calls Bears stadium ask ‘insensitive’ amid budget pressures
Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch has said that the state’s priority should be to reduce the cost of living, and not to provide financial aid for the Chicago Bears’ proposed new stadium in Arlington Heights.
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Sharks Fish & Chicken opens two Joliet locations; City Council approves beer and wine license
The City Council of Joliet unanimously approved the opening of Sharks Fish and Chicken at two locations, allowing for beer and wine consumption on premises, while a nearby Wendy’s location has closed.
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Wine of the Week: Bergerac Duras Wines U.S. debut
Bergerac Duras Wines from southwestern France were celebrated in New York’s Lafayette Grand Cafe and Bakery with a master class and wine pairing lunch hosted by Sommelier Arthur Hon, exploring the unique character of the wines and their pairings with classic French and ethnic dishes.
