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July 4th Fresh Berry Red, White & Blue Poke Cake: A Naturally Sweet Southern Celebration
Made with real strawberries and blueberries, this cool and creamy cake brings patriotic flavor to your summer table — without the...
Natalie Frank
Jul 32 min read


Troubling Past Emerges: Douglass Park Lifeguard Charged in Teen’s Death Previously Shot Neighbor’s Dogs
New revelations surface about Charles Leto’s violent history as community members demand accountability Natalie C. Frank, Ph.D June 30,...
Natalie Frank
Jul 11 min read


Southern Goo Goo Cluster Cupcakes with Toasted Marshmallow Peaks and Bourbon Ganache Drizzle
An irresistible twist on a Tennessee candy classic — these over-the-top Southern cupcakes are filled with nostalgia, rich flavor, and...
Natalie Frank
Jun 292 min read


What TV’s Most Twisted Characters Reveal About Real-Life Personality Disorders
From the ruthless boardrooms of Succession to the chilling confessionals of You , our favorite characters may be brilliant storytellers...
Natalie Frank
Jun 292 min read


Close to a Million People Expected as Chicago Pride Parade 2025 Marches Forward with 'United in Pride' Theme
Chicago’s North Side prepares for road closures and celebration as more than 800,000 come together to honor LGBTQ+ pride, community, and...
Natalie Frank
Jun 291 min read


Texas Closes Controversial Loophole That Denied Justice to Sexual Assault Victims
A decade after her attack, one survivor’s courageous crawl to the Capitol helped change a law that ignored voluntary intoxication, giving...
Natalie Frank
Jun 294 min read


News Chicago Public Schools interim CEO States Budget Deficit Underreported by More Than $200M Reaching $734M
CPS interim CEO reveals shocking jump in deficit as real amount revealed; pressure mounts to avoid devastating cuts Natalie C. Frank,...
Natalie Frank
Jun 272 min read


Gaslighted by the Group: How Families Collude in Shared Delusions
When the whole family rewrites reality — discover how collective denial and triangulation silence one member, perpetuate toxic dynamics,...
Natalie Frank
Jun 271 min read


The Algorithmic You: When Platforms Decide Who You Are
Discover how algorithm-driven profiling reshapes self-perception and what that means for the future of who we are online and beyond...
Natalie Frank
Jun 272 min read


Supreme Court Strikes Blow to Planned Parenthood: Rules States May Cut Medicaid Support for Organization
Landmark decision angers many, redefining patient rights, igniting fierce debate over state control of reproductive healthcare Natalie C....
Natalie Frank
Jun 271 min read


Chicago Migrants Respond to Explosive Supreme Court Ruling Greenlighting Trump's Third‑Country Deportations
Supreme Court decision elicits fear in Chicago migrants, reignites fierce debate over rights and due‑process protections Natalie C....
Natalie Frank
Jun 264 min read


From Prison to the Spotlight: Chicago Man Wrongfully Imprisoned for 35 Years Finds Redemption Through Theatre
After decades behind bars for a crime he didn't commit, Brian Beals reclaims his future, empowers his community through healing power of...
Natalie Frank
Jun 252 min read


Reclaiming the Kudzu: The Green Invader That Ate the South — And the Guilt We Buried With It
How an invasive vine became a symbol of unchecked ambition, forgotten shame, and the tangled beauty of Southern resilience Natalie C....
Natalie Frank
Jun 252 min read


End of an Era: Chicago's Irish Political Dynasty Crumbles Under Weight of Corruption
As Madigan and Burke fall, Chicago's 150-year-old Irish political machine comes to dramatic and dishonorable close Natalie C. Frank. Ph.D...
Natalie Frank
Jun 241 min read


Unfolding Chaos: UChicago Expert Warns Global, Domestic Violence Likely to Increase Following U.S.-Iran Strikes
As conflict deepens in the Middle East, fears mount over political instability, potential violence on American soil Natalie C. Frank. Ph.D...
Natalie Frank
Jun 243 min read


The Quiet Storm: An Introvert’s Guide to Living with a Personality Disorder in a Loud, Unforgiving World
Navigating emotional noise, internal chaos, and the pressure to “perform” when your mind demand Natalie C. Frank. Ph.D 6/23/2025 Sarah...
Natalie Frank
Jun 243 min read


Southern Tomato Pie Like You’ve Never Tasted: A Cheesy, Flaky Twist on a Southern Classic
Discover this unique take on Southern Tomato Pie that blends tradition with bold flavor, creamy herbs, and a buttery crust that’ll have...
Natalie Frank
Jun 231 min read


Michigan Hero Security Guard Stops Church Massacre: Gunman Shot Dead in Dramatic Mid-Service Confrontation
Police say swift action by a church security officer likely saved dozens of lives in a Michigan worship service turned war zone Natalie...
Natalie Frank
Jun 221 min read


Staggering Data Leak Exposes 16 Billion Passwords: Is Your Online Life at Risk?
Security experts urge quick action after discovery of massive credential dump linked to years of cyber theft Natalie C. Frank, Ph.D. ...
Natalie Frank
Jun 201 min read


Urgent Alert: Chicago Relaunches ‘Know Your Rights’ Campaign as Trump Escalates Deportation Drive Focused on the Windy City
Illinois leaders demand constitutional respect as ICE targets sanctuary cities like Chicago and L.A. Natalie C. Frank, Ph.D June 18,...
Natalie Frank
Jun 181 min read
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