A travel columnist found himself in a bind the day before his deadline. With a trip to Williamsburg, Virginia, and a route planned toward Gettysburg, he nearly missed his weekly submission. Yet, in the final hours, he prepared an account of his travel adventures for eager readers.

Facing a $734 million gap, Chicago Public Schools is under pressure to finalize a balanced budget. Despite disagreements among board members, Mayor Brandon Johnson remains resolute that the plan will pass before the looming deadline.