Author: Enegxi News

Entering a legislative session amid questions about whether he’d run for a third term, Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker outlined an ambitious agenda that ended with mixed results. In a State of the State and budget address in February that will be remembered mainly for Pritzker invoking Nazi Germany to describe the new presidential administration, there was also a litany of policy initiatives — some of which passed and will now have a tangible impact on Illinoisans and others that went nowhere in the spring legislative session that just wrapped up. “You don’t get everything done in one year. I think…

Will Venable referred to Chicago White Sox infielder Lenyn Sosa as a “sneaky performer.” “He’s just a guy that was in there every day and (you) kind of just look up and he’s among our team leaders in all categories,” the Sox manager said Wednesday afternoon. Sosa entered Wednesday with a team-leading 55 hits. But he’ll be out of the mix after going on the 10-day injured list with a right hip flexor strain. Sosa said the setback occurred while he was running in Monday’s game against the Detroit Tigers at Rate Field. “I started feeling it early in the…

U.S. agriculture officials are warning that ground beef sold at Whole Foods markets nationwide may be contaminated with potentially dangerous E. coli bacteria. Officials on Tuesday issued a public health alert for 1-pound, vacuum-packed packages of Organic Rancher beef, produced on May 22 and May 23, by NPC Processing Inc., of Shelburne, Vermont. The products have use-by dates of June 19 and June 20. The U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service did not request a recall because the products are no longer available for purchase. However, they may still be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. The meat was produced in…

An air quality alert is in effect until midnight Thursday for the Chicago area as Canadian wildfires continue, officials said. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency declared an Air Pollution Action Day because widespread ozone and or particulate levels are expected to be at or above the unhealthy for sensitive groups category. Officials said wildfire smoke is expected to continue to affect those levels Thursday and Friday, officials said. The same air alerts were also issued on Wednesday. Current morning conditions at O’Hare International Airport are mostly cloudy with haze at 60 degrees. At Midway Airport, conditions are foggy and misty…

It is with broken hearts and profound sorrow that we share the news of the passing of Sky Redick, a cherished daughter, beloved friend, and radiant soul from Memphis, Tennessee. Sky’s life, though far too short, was a brilliant and unforgettable journey — one that left a deep and lasting imprint on everyone lucky enough to know her. From an early age, Sky’s vibrant spirit and warm presence stood out. She possessed an incredible zest for life, the kind that was contagious and uplifting. Whether she was exploring the world with wide-eyed curiosity, supporting a friend through a tough time, or simply laughing with…

It is with deepest sorrow and reverence that we announce the passing of Aaron Kamalei Santiago of Hilo, Hawai‘i, who left this world on March 23, 2025, at the age of 37. Aaron’s sudden departure has left his family, friends, and community in profound grief, yet his memory continues to radiate through the countless lives he touched with his warm heart, steadfast spirit, and genuine aloha. Born and raised on the Big Island, Aaron was the embodiment of Hawaiian values—compassionate, grounded, and full of life. He carried with him a sense of kuleana (responsibility) to care for others and uplift those around him. Whether through a…

On June 4, 2025, the quiet community of Colonial Acres in East Memphis was rocked by a tragic and unsettling event that has left the neighborhood in shock and disbelief. Keren Daties, a 23-year-old man, has been arrested in connection with the death of his grandmother, Sonia Daties. The incident unfolded in the early evening hours and has left family, friends, and the wider community grappling with the loss of a beloved matriarch and the tragic circumstances surrounding her death. According to the Memphis Police Department, officers were called to perform a welfare check at the Colonial Acres residence of…

The town of Loudonville, Ohio, has been rocked by a horrific incident that has left the community grappling with grief, disbelief, and sorrow. On June 3, 2025, 29-year-old Matthew J. DeWitt was arrested after a violent domestic assault left his mother with life-threatening injuries. The brutal assault took place at their residence located at 722 North Market Street, just after noon on Tuesday, and sent shockwaves through the town as neighbors, family, and law enforcement struggled to process the violence that had unfolded. DeWitt, who is now facing multiple serious criminal charges, is set to appear before Ashland County Common…

The firefighting community across North Carolina and beyond is grappling with an immense loss as it mourns the passing of a brave firefighter from the Hickory Fire Department in Catawba County. The tragic incident, which occurred following the firefighter’s response to a structure fire, has left the entire community devastated. The heroic individual, whose name has yet to be released pending notification of next of kin, tragically passed away after completing their demanding duty, making the ultimate sacrifice in the line of service. This loss has sent shockwaves through the firehouses in the region, leaving both active and retired firefighters,…

BROOMFIELD, CO — On the morning of June 5, 2025, a heightened law enforcement response was launched near the headquarters of A Precious Child, a nonprofit organization located in the 7000 block of W. 118th Avenue, Broomfield. Authorities swiftly initiated a response after receiving reports of a potential threat outside the facility. This action, which involved placing the building in a “secure mode,” raised concerns within the local community, triggering a wave of uncertainty and prompting law enforcement to work quickly to ensure the safety of everyone involved. The situation unfolded around mid-morning when police received reports of a man…