Good Morning! This update was generated December 19 2025 07:00:00. Here is a technology joke for you: Why was the computer cold?
It left its Windows open!.
The current weather in Mount Prospect is broken clouds with a temperature of 10°C, feeling like -2°C. The high temperature today will be around 12°C with a low tonight of 9°C. In the next 24 hours, scattered clouds are expected, with temperatures ranging from 12°C to 39°C. No precipitation is expected during this time frame.
In the Chicago area, there were reports of an electrical fire overhead in Arlington Heights and another underground in New York City. In Prospect Heights, firefighters extinguished a fire at Player’s Pub & Grill. A violent attack resulting in the murder of Jenny Rodriguez led to Alfredo Briseno being detained pre-trial. Evanston Police Department addressed CBP activity. Elsewhere, a Chicago woman fell victim to a tap-and-pay scam losing $45,000. Bears’ stadium plans generated excitement in Northwest Indiana. Sadly, a baby died after being found unresponsive on the Southwest Side. O’Hare is on track to reclaim its title as the “World’s Busiest Airport.” Illinois Accountability Commission is investigating federal agents’ use of chemical weapons in Chicagoland. In crime news, a man was hospitalized after a shooting on the Far South Side, and Hazel Crest saw a shooting leaving 1 dead and 2 injured. Additionally, a man was indicted for setting a woman on fire aboard a CTA Blue Line train. At Lurie Children’s Hospital, a holiday cart brought joy to patients. On a national level, Trump signed an executive order to expedite marijuana rescheduling and the annual NDAA defense bill with record military spending.In the world of technology, Android 16 users are in for a treat with early access to 163 new emojis. Firefox is responding to AI backlash by introducing a ‘kill switch’ for turning off controversial new features. Dali’s new speakers are catching the eye of audiophiles and home theater fans, potentially offering a budget-friendly option. In gaming news, Fortnite Winterfest 2025 skins feature Harry Potter outfits, while Embark Studios is thanking fans with 1000 free Arc Raiders Tokens. TikTok may finally be nearing a US sale, while OpenAI’s communication chief steps down. On the business front, TikTok has agreed to cede control of its US business to an American investor group, Apple has become a debt collector with a new developer agreement, and Instacart is set to pay $60M to settle FTC claims. In the tech space, a Starlink satellite explosion leads to trackable debris, and the best DACs for Apple Music Lossless in 2026 are highlighted. Sony is acquiring Peanuts, and Trump Media is merging with fusion power company TAE Technologies in a $6B+ deal.That’s all for today! Have a great day!
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