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Quinton Kitt Commits to Illinois Basketball: East Peoria Star Picks Fighting Illini

by Emma Walker – News Editor November 28, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

East ‌Peoria junior ⁢quinton Kitt committed to the University of Illinois Fighting Illini basketball program on⁤ Thursday,choosing to ‌stay in-state for his collegiate career. The all-state guard/forward announced his decision⁢ via social⁣ media, selecting Illinois over offers from Bradley, Michigan, Iowa, Butler, DePaul, Toledo, Northwestern and Illinois State.

Kitt’s commitment marks a significant early win ‌for the⁣ Illini’s recruiting efforts in the class of 2027, adding a top prospect to a program currently ranked No. 13 nationally. For East peoria, it continues ‌a period of success following their first 20-win ⁢season since 1997.

During his sophomore season, the 6-foot-6 Kitt averaged 23.0 ⁣points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists. He was recognized as a ⁣Journal Star Class 3A all-area‍ selection, as well as earning all-Mid-Illini Conference first team and Illinois ⁣Basketball Coaches Association all-state third team‌ honors.

Kitt is ranked as the no. ‌2 prospect ‌in illinois and⁣ a three-star recruit⁤ by 247Sports.com. He had also taken unofficial visits to Ohio State, Notre Dame and Indiana before making⁣ his⁢ decision.

Illinois⁤ is scheduled to face fifth-ranked UConn⁣ at Madison Square Garden⁤ on Friday. East Peoria will open its⁣ 2025-26⁣ basketball ⁣season against Rockford Jefferson at⁣ the Pekin thanksgiving Tournament.

November 28, 2025 0 comments

Sport

Purdue Dominates Poll After Bahamas Trip

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor November 25, 2025

written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Arizona Climbs too No. 3 in USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll

Purdue remains the No. 1 team in the USA TODAY Sports men’s ‍basketball coaches poll released November 24,⁢ 2025, ⁢while Arizona jumped to No. 3 following a strong ‍start to the season.The Boilermakers received 23 of‍ 31 first-place votes.

Houston⁢ holds the No. ‌2 position, garnering two first-place ‌votes.Arizona moved‍ up ‌to No. 3 after ⁤earning five first-place votes, propelled by a true road win at Connecticut and earlier‌ victories against Florida and UCLA. Duke is ranked No. 4, and louisville rounds out the top five.

Michigan is sixth,followed by UConn at ⁣No. 7. Florida, Alabama, and Gonzaga complete the‌ top 10. Michigan State climbed six positions to No. 12,while Illinois⁣ fell six spots to No. 14 and Kentucky dropped five to No.‌ 19.

North Carolina state debuted at No. ⁤22, and Auburn‍ re-entered the poll at No. 25. Wisconsin⁣ and Kansas were the week’s dropouts.

The full poll is available at https://sportsdata.usatoday.com/basketball/ncaab/coaches-poll/2025-2026/2025-11-24.

November 25, 2025 0 comments

Sport

Northwestern tops Princeton for field hockey national title

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor November 23, 2025

written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Northwestern Claims First Field Hockey National Championship, Defeats Princeton

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Northwestern University secured‌ its inaugural national title ‌in⁤ field hockey Sunday,‍ November 23, 2025, defeating Princeton University 2-1 in a tightly contested championship match at the University of Michigan’s Phyllis ⁤O’Donnell Field. The‌ Wildcats’ victory marks a historic moment for the program and culminates ⁤a season of remarkable ‌achievement.

This championship concludes a dominant run for Northwestern, capping a 2025 season where they demonstrated consistent excellence. Field hockey ⁣has experienced growing popularity in recent years, with increased collegiate participation and viewership. Northwestern’s win elevates the program’s profile and inspires a new generation of athletes, while Princeton’s appearance underscores the continued ‍strength of the Ivy League in the sport. The result also concludes the 2025 season for both ‍teams, with Northwestern finishing with an‌ undefeated record.

The decisive game unfolded with Northwestern taking an early lead, scoring first before Princeton responded to tie the ⁤contest. The‍ Wildcats ultimately secured the win with⁣ a late goal, sparking celebrations among players⁤ and fans. Details regarding individual goal scorers‍ and game statistics were not‍ immediately available.

This victory ⁣arrives ‍after decades of established programs dominating the national stage. Prior to Northwestern’s triumph,Old Dominion held ‍the most championships with nine,followed by North Carolina⁢ with seven,and Maryland with three.⁤ James Madison, connecticut, and Iowa‌ each claimed one title. The last ‍time a team other than these programs won was in 2001 when ‍Michigan secured ⁣the championship.

The history of the national championship dates back to 1981, with Connecticut claiming the inaugural title. As then, the tournament has evolved, showcasing the talent and competitive spirit ⁢of collegiate field hockey. Northwestern’s addition to the list of champions⁣ signifies a shift in the landscape of the sport and a new era of competition.

November 23, 2025 0 comments

Business

Title: New York’s Wealth Gap: How Much You Need to Earn to Be Top 5%

by Priya Shah – Business Editor November 3, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

To Join New York‘s Ultra-Wealthy, You’d Need to Earn Over Seven Times the ‍State’s Average Wage

new York has the highest income requirement in the nation to ‌qualify as “ultra-wealthy,” demanding an annual income of $619,178, according to recent data. ‌This figure is more than seven times the average household income in the state, highlighting the widening wealth‌ gap and the increasingly exclusive nature of high-income ⁣brackets.

The ‌data, compiled by analyzing ⁣income thresholds for the top 1% ⁤and 20% ‌of earners, reveals a stark disparity in wealth distribution across the U.S. While some states offer a relatively lower bar to ⁣entry into the‌ ultra-wealthy⁤ club – West Virginia, such as, requires $330,270 – the concentration of wealth remains heavily skewed‍ towards the⁢ top earners nationwide. This trend underscores the challenges faced by⁢ middle-class Americans striving ⁢for financial security and upward mobility, as the top 20% control over ‍70% of U.S.⁤ wealth.

Nationally,reaching the top 1% requires an ⁤adjusted gross income of at ‌least $561,523,while the top 5% starts at $169,466 and the top‌ 10% at $99,971. In comparison, the average⁣ U.S. household income in 2024 is approximately $83,730 – ⁤less than⁣ 15% of the income‌ needed to enter⁢ the‍ top 1%.

New Jersey follows closely behind New York with an income requirement of $616,334 to be considered ultra-wealthy. The growing concentration of wealth means the ‌top one percent holds nearly a quarter of the nation’s wealth-nearly three times as much as the entire‍ middle class.

November 3, 2025 0 comments

Health

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by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor October 28, 2025

written by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor

Blood Test Shows Promise as‌ Alzheimer’s diagnostic Tool‌ in Brazil

SÃO PAULO – A⁤ new blood test demonstrates a high‌ degree of accuracy⁢ in diagnosing Alzheimer’s⁤ disease within the Brazilian population, perhaps ‍revolutionizing early detection and access to care, according to recent findings. The test correctly identified 86.5% of cases, meaning only⁢ 13.5% ‌of patients would require further ‍confirmatory testing.

Currently, diagnosing Alzheimer’s relies on more expensive and less accessible methods like PET scans, wich can‌ cost around R$10,000. the new blood test is projected to‌ cost approximately R$800, significantly lowering the barrier to‍ diagnosis.While not yet a complete replacement for existing “gold standard”⁤ tests, researchers believe the blood test’s accuracy may improve to the point of becoming the‌ primary diagnostic method in the coming years.

“today,it is indeed not possible to ‍say with certainty that the blood test will replace the other gold standard tests,but⁣ it might potentially be that⁣ in a few years it ‍will,” stated the scientist involved in the research. The ultimate⁣ goal is to develop a fully Brazilian blood ⁤test technology with‌ comparable performance to further reduce ⁤costs⁤ and⁣ increase accessibility.

Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial as new therapies emerge. Although a cure remains elusive, ⁣medications are now available that can slow the accumulation of protein⁤ plaques in the brain – ‍anti-amyloid therapies – but are most effective when administered in the initial stages of the disease.

Beyond medical intervention, ⁢lifestyle factors play a meaningful role in Alzheimer’s prevention. Modifiable risk factors like low education,⁣ a⁤ sedentary⁣ lifestyle, excessive alcohol consumption, hypertension, diabetes, and obesity should be ⁤addressed.Studies suggest that⁣ effectively treating high LDL cholesterol, for example, could prevent up to 7% of dementia cases globally.

October 28, 2025 0 comments

Business

Electric Boat Acquires Crystal Mall for Submarine Production

by Priya Shah – Business Editor October 23, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Electric Boat Expands ‍Connecticut Footprint with Crystal Mall Acquisition

Waterford, CT – Electric Boat (EB), a leading submarine ⁤manufacturer and a subsidiary of⁣ General Dynamics, announced Thursday teh purchase ⁣of Crystal Mall ⁤in Waterford, Connecticut. The acquisition, encompassing the entirety of the ⁤property excluding the former Sears location, marks⁤ a critically important expansion of EB’s presence in Southeastern Connecticut‌ as the ‍company ramps up production of Columbia– and Virginia-class submarines.

This purchase builds on EB’s earlier acquisition of ⁤the former Macy’s store at the mall in June, both moves driven by a growing ⁢need for office and⁣ technical space. According to Mark Rayha, President of General Dynamics⁤ Electric Boat, the Waterford location‍ presents a‍ “unique ⁤possibility…to consolidate support functions and ‌focus ‍our waterfront footprint on efficiently⁤ delivering the submarines our nation needs.”

The⁢ repurposed mall will house expanded engineering, training, and software ⁣growth operations crucial to supporting the ongoing submarine programs. Electric Boat anticipates the facility will eventually employ between 4,000 and 5,000‌ personnel, with a ⁤projected move-in timeframe beginning in mid-2027, pending necessary renovations and refurbishment.

Senator Chris Murphy expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating he looks forward to collaborating with Electric Boat to ensure a “smooth transition” of the site into a “cutting-edge submarine‍ facility.”‍

Electric Boat has committed to working ⁤with current tenants of Crystal ⁤Mall to⁢ facilitate the transition,‌ minimizing disruption as the property is transformed to meet the needs ‍of the expanding defense contractor.‍ The acquisition underscores Electric Boat’s‌ commitment to the region and it’s‍ vital role in national defense.

October 23, 2025 0 comments

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