Good Morning! This update was generated August 18 2025 07:00:00. Here is a technology joke for you: Why do programmers prefer dark mode?
Because light attracts bugs!.
The current weather in Mount Prospect indicates heavy intensity rain with mist, a temperature of 73°F, and a humidity level of 88%. The high temperature for today is expected to reach 74°F. In the next 24 hours, there is a likelihood of precipitation with light rain forecasted to start around 9:00 pm tonight. The low temperature for tonight is expected to be 73°F. Tomorrow’s forecast shows a mix of cloud cover with possible rain showers, including moderate rain expected at midnight. The high temperature for tomorrow is predicted to be 78°F.
Severe thunderstorm winds blew the roof off a condominium building in Mount Prospect. In the suburbs, cleanup is underway after ‘microbursts’ left thousands without power, a Hampshire High School student was fatally shot, and a state police trooper was injured in a crash involving a suspected drunk driver. Chicago Public Schools students and faculty returned for the 2025-26 academic year, while the Chicago Bears dominated the Buffalo Bills with a 38-0 win. Additionally, tragedy struck as a 31-year-old woman was shot and killed during an attempted armed robbery in Bridgeport, and four men were shot near the United Center. Meanwhile, a family is preparing for the end of life for a woman severely injured in a 2022 Portage Park triple murder. On a lighter note, a railway merger trifecta is being considered, a Wheaton coffee house owner opened a new establishment, and vintage finds at the Andersonville Vintage Market offer nostalgia.In the tech world, there have been interesting developments such as a pet bed-air purifier combo that tackles pet hair and smells directly, potential updates to Windows 11’s dark mode, and Microsoft adjusting its enterprise software pricing. Meanwhile, rumors swirl about the upcoming iPhone 17 series and Meta smart glasses, as Philips Hue accidentally leaks new smart light models. On the security front, there’s news of Colt facing a cyberattack, North Korea’s espionage efforts, and Microsoft Teams enhancing protection against scams. In the field of AI, GPT-5 is said to be more affable. Additionally, there are reports about Google settling with Australia over anticompetitive practices, the latest gaming monitors and earbuds recommendations, China hosting a ‘Robot Olympics,’ improvements to conversational AI like Anthropic’s Claude, and a discount on MasterClass subscriptions.That’s all for today! Have a great day!
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