Good Morning! This update was generated July 18 2026 07:00:01. Here is a technology joke for you: Why do programmers prefer dark mode?
Because the light attracts bugs!.
The current weather in Mount Prospect is clear with a temperature of 79°F and a slight breeze coming from the southwest at 9 mph. The high temperature for today is expected to reach around 81°F, while tonight’s low will drop to approximately 75°F. There is no precipitation forecasted for the next 24 hours. Tomorrow’s weather will continue to be pleasant with mostly clear skies and temperatures ranging from 72°F to 84°F.
Chicago and its suburbs are experiencing unhealthy air quality due to wildfire smoke, with record-breaking hazardous conditions prompting concerns about the health impact. In a separate incident, a Venezuelan national has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection to a Mundelein house fire that resulted in the death of her son back in March 2026. Local police in Palatine arrested a Buffalo Grove male suspect on drug charges following a traffic stop near Dundee Rd and Baldwin Rd. Meanwhile, the NAACP National Convention has kicked off in Chicago, where attendees are navigating a smoky weekend. In other news, a teen in critical condition after a shooting on Chicago’s West Side and another teen boy injured in a Plainfield shooting highlight ongoing concerns about violence in the area. Additionally, a former suburban police chief has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for bribery. Trump recently made remarks regarding Canada facing tariffs over wildfire smoke, alleging ‘willful negligence.’ On the weather front, Saturday will see high temperatures, with thundershowers expected, continuing Chicago’s longest streak of 90-degree days in nearly six years. The region is also being impacted by vegetable suppliers pulling products amid a cyclosporiasis outbreak that has led to Taco Bell removing lettuce from some stores. Separately, Illinois farmers are among the first to utilize new crop disease detection technology, while concerns arise about running air conditioning when the air is filled with wildfire smoke.In technology news, OnePlus bids farewell to the US and Europe as TechRadar highlights the 5 best OnePlus phones ever. Danish startup secures funds for underwater CCTV-like tech to track drones. Google Pixel Watch 5 leaks continue with expected features. In other news, Tadej Pogačar uses a custom 3D-printed saddle and AI-designed helmet for Tour de France. Shark offers a discounted vacuum cleaner, while a mosquito-hunting drone is available for pre-order. Moreover, a health organization threatens consequences for unauthorized data access, and Netflix viewers are abandoning shows after the first season. On another note, Nvidia’s RTX 5000 Super GPUs face delays, and Meta’s AI bots lead to traffic drain on publishers. Lastly, in related reports, OpenAI notifies parents of ChatGPT bans, TikTok is unbanned on US government devices, and an API for Trump’s Truth Social posts is now available.That’s all for today! Have a great day!
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