Good Morning! This update was generated August 04 2025 07:00:00. Here is a technology joke for you: Why was the computer cold?
It left its Windows open!.
Currently in Mount Prospect, the temperature is 64°F with clear skies. The high today will be around 67°F and the low tonight will be near 61°F. For the next 24 hours, no precipitation is expected. Tomorrow’s forecast includes temperatures reaching up to 82°F with clear skies.
In Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, news highlights include Texas Democrats fleeing to the suburbs to block Trump-backed redistricting while also arriving in Illinois to thwart a vote on redrawn House maps. In Elgin, the Martini Room celebrates 20 years, and in Des Plaines, a fire leaves a home uninhabitable. A crash involving two semis closes I-80 WB lanes in Morris, and 7 people are shot at a house party in Harvey, with a 4-year-old injured and the suspect killed. Additionally, off-duty Chicago police officers exchange gunfire with armed assailants in New City, while events like Lollapalooza 2025 and Fiesta del Sol conclude in Pilsen. On a somber note, a ghost bike is placed in the Loop to honor a teen killed while biking, and the Cubs and White Sox have baseball action with game-ending homers. Lastly, various local features cover topics from vegan culinary options and fitness to tragic incidents and missing persons reports.Valve’s SteamOS is gaining ground as a gaming platform, potentially replacing Windows 11 for some users. On the mobile front, over 11,000 Android devices have been impacted by a fake login Remote Access Trojan (RAT) distributed through Meta Ads and a fake Google Play store. In the realm of smartphones, rumors and news about the upcoming iPhone 17 series are circulating, giving insights into potential features and updates. Meanwhile, in the world of AI, Microsoft is integrating Copilot AI into Bing searches, causing some user frustration. On another note, Ford is teasing a new line of affordable electric vehicles, hinting at a shift towards more accessible EV options. In the tech industry, Joby Aviation is looking to acquire Blade Air Mobility’s ride-share business, while Tesla seeks approval for a hefty compensation package for Elon Musk amidst an ‘AI talent war’. Additionally, Apple may be working on its own AI ‘answer engine’, and SAP is set to acquire SmartRecruiters. Finally, in the gaming and gadget space, leaks suggest significant improvements for the Samsung Galaxy S26 and potential advancements in the PlayStation 6 console’s performance.That’s all for today! Have a great day!
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