Your Daily Update: February 11 2026

Good Morning! This update was generated February 11 2026 08:09:46. Here is a technology joke for you: Why was the computer cold?

It left its Windows open!.

The current weather in Mount Prospect is clear with a temperature of 27°C, feeling like 16°C due to the wind speed. The high temperature for today is expected to be around 29°C, and tonight’s low will be about 24°C. No precipitation is expected in the next 24 hours. Tomorrow’s forecast shows increasing cloud cover, with temperatures ranging from 30°C to 41°C.

In Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, recent news includes a speeding driver in Elk Grove Village not facing a reckless homicide charge for a fatal accident, while a Melrose Park road rage shooter has been convicted and sentenced in Elmhurst. The FAA has lifted the temporary closure of airspace around El Paso International Airport in Texas. A man was shot and killed in a carjacking near Wrigley Field, a train derailment in the southwest suburbs halted Metra trains during rush hour, and the weather forecast predicts a modest temperature downturn. Additionally, crimes on CTA dipped slightly last month despite extra patrols, and there have been developments in the Nancy Guthrie case, with a person detained for questioning released. In other news, there are reports on Chicago’s food delivery robots, the possibility of the Chicago Bears creating more than $50 million in cap space, and the removal of a Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument after a directive from the Trump administration. Similarly, a suburban tax preparer has been charged over fraudulent returns, a suburban horse stable owner faces charges of sexually abusing a teen, and a woman was injured in a hit-and-run crash on the Near North Side. Meanwhile, Illinois high school basketball coach arrested again after a second victim came forward and US Olympic athletes express mixed emotions over the political situation back home.In recent tech news, gaming enthusiasts can find a good deal on a gaming chair from a favorite brand and explore the new Pokémon Pokopia game that offers a unique experience. Dyson has launched a new PencilVac to address user concerns. LastPass’s CEO discusses earning back trust post-breach, while Volvo faces a data breach affecting thousands of customers. Updates include an upcoming Sky TV update with HBO Max, potential changes to Xbox Game Pass tiers, and Microsoft confirming no Windows 11 26H1 update. LG’s free update for OLED TVs is well-received, and Jura introduces a customizable coffee maker. In other news, Singapore reports a cyberattack on its major phone companies. On the business side, Complyance secures funding for risk management, Apptronik raises a substantial amount for humanoid robots, and Meridian aims to reimagine spreadsheets with AI. On the security front, SmarterTools faces a data breach, Vega focuses on detecting cyber threats, and a report discusses a potential memory solution by John Carmack. Elon Musk’s space ambitions include a satellite catapult on the Moon. Lastly, Engadget covers deals on Samsung microSD cards and Apple Watch, and tech advancements like the fully electric Toyota Highlander and Meta’s AI-powered features.That’s all for today! Have a great day!

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