By Chuck Siefke, Staff Writer Since the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869, the American railroad system has played a critical role in the development of the transportation and commerce in the United States. Today, there are over 600 freight railroads in the United States and over 130,000 miles […]
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The Longest Serving Political Leader in the US Awaits His Criminal Trial
Chuck Siefke, Staff Writer Photo Courtesy of Pexels.com Nicknamed the “Velvet Hammer,” former Illinois Speaker of the House Michael Madigan awaits a federal criminal trial in April of 2024.[1] His tenure of almost forty years as speaker stands as the longest of any federal or state legislative body in United States […]
Social Media Scrutiny Ramps Up Worldwide
By Chuck Siefke, Staff Writer Social media networks have faced significant scrutiny over the years due to a variety of practices. Most recently, data protection, privacy, and mental health concerns have risen to be the most prominent issues. Both the United States and European Union have set out to address […]