Good Morning! This update was generated February 17 2026 07:00:02. Here is a technology joke for you: Why do computer programmers always mix up Christmas and Halloween?
Because Oct 31 == Dec 25!.
The current weather in Mount Prospect shows broken clouds with a temperature of 41°F, feeling like 38°F. The high for today is expected to be around 43°F with a low of 38°F tonight. In the next 24 hours, there is a chance of light rain starting at 6:00 AM tomorrow with temperatures ranging from 48°F to 62°F throughout the day. Skies will be overcast with scattered clouds starting tomorrow evening. Make sure to stay prepared for potential rain showers tomorrow morning!
Chicago and the surrounding suburbs have been experiencing record warmth, with a high of 64°F forecasted for Monday. In sad news, civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84. Meanwhile, Tom Pritzker is stepping down as the executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels. Recent incidents in the area include a 14-year-old girl shot and a man found dead in a Kendall County home, the opening of the first sit-down restaurant in Ford Heights in over 60 years, a corrections officer being charged as Cook County ramps up efforts to stop drug-laced jail mail, and a teen boy being shot while fleeing an armed robbery in West Pullman. Additionally, there have been reports of a recall of peanut butter products distributed in 40 states, CPD warning of dating app robberies in Woodlawn, and a shooting that injured a teen in the Loop. Other notable events include the 65th anniversary celebration of the DuSable Black History Museum, and a geriatrician suggesting that the best diet for longevity is one you can stick with.In recent technology news, the series creator of God of War Sons of Sparta expressed dissatisfaction with the game. The Grok backlash continues with a new EU probe into potential data privacy law breaches due to deepfake images. Android 17 beta 1 has been released, bringing significant changes. The EU Parliament has banned AI use on government work devices amid rising security concerns. Additionally, inquiries about online privacy dominate AI interactions in 2026. Apple Music is set to receive upgrades already present in Spotify. Moreover, discussions arise about Apple’s upcoming affordable MacBook and rumored iPhone CPU. On another note, a Twitch streamer’s explosive season finale splits opinions. AI advancements are a key focus, including Infosys partnering with Anthropic for AI agents and Cohere launching open multilingual models. Furthermore, Shein faces an investigation into its app design, Valve addresses Steam Deck availability challenges, and Europe looks into Shein’s app design and product sales. Netflix discontinues support for older smart TVs and consoles, promoting Roku and Fire TV Stick discounts. Lastly, various tech deals and new discoveries abound, from noise-canceling headphones recommendations to Apple Podcasts supporting HTTP Live Streaming video technology and The Vatican introducing an AI-assisted live translation service.That’s all for today! Have a great day!
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