Death toll in Gaza tops 52,000 as territory’s health ministry reports 51 more deaths from Israeli strikes

Palestinian authorities reported that more than 52,000 people have died in Gaza, as Israel intensifies its military operations following the collapse of a ceasefire with Hamas in March. The Gaza Health Ministry reported Sunday that hospitals across
NHL Playoffs: Blues, Hurricanes, Capitals, Oilers earn Game 4 wins

The St. Louis Blues scored three goals in the second period to beat the Winnipeg Jets 5-1 in Game 4 on Sunday, to even their playoff series 2-2. Brayden Schenn, Tyler Tucker and Justin Faulk each scored
NBA playoffs Game 4 wins: Knicks, Timberwolves, Celtics, Pacers

The New York Knicks narrowly defeated the Detroit Pistons 94-93 in Game 4 of their opening-round playoff series on Sunday afternoon, to give them a 3-1 series lead. Karl-Anthony Towns made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 46.6 seconds
Netflix orders Willy Wonka competition series ‘The Golden Ticket’

Netflix has announced a new reality competition series titled The Golden Ticket, inspired by Roald Dahl’s classic Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The Golden Ticket will see contestants seek to gain entry to a “retro-futuristic” chocolate factory
‘Landman’ renewed for Season 2 at Paramount+

Paramount+ has renewed its drama series Landman for a second season. The series renewal comes shortly after the show, which originally debuted on Paramount+ in November, concluded its first season in January. Landman, co-created by Yellowstone’s Taylor
Photos: Streator YMCA hosts Healthy Kids Day

Photos: Streator YMCA hosts Healthy Kids Day
Children and families took part in several activities Saturday during Healthy Kids Day at the Streator YMCA. Vendors provided activities and healthy tips.
Photos: Ottawa YMCA hosts family health fair
Children took part in activities Saturday at the Ottawa YMCA’s Spring Into Health Family Health Fair.
Photos: Ottawa YMCA hosts family health fair

Photos: Long line forms for electronics recycling drive in Princeton
A long line of cars stretching a half mile long waited in line to drop off electronics during a free electronics recycling drive on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Bureau County Highway Department in Princeton.