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1 day ago | wilx.com | Jamey Tucker

If you’re paid every two weeks, a few times a year, you’ll notice something nice,a third paycheck in a single month. It’s not technically “extra” money—it’s part of your regular salary. But if you budget around two checks per month, that third one can feel like a mini-bonus. Instead of letting it slip away on impulse purchases, here are some smart tech upgrades that can make your life more efficient, secure, and even healthier. 1. Upgrade Your ThermostatStill using a thermostat from the early 2000s?

1 day ago | wilx.com | Jessica Gruenling

INDIANAPOLIS (WRTV) - It was a memorable weekend at Indiana University in Bloomington. Graduation ceremonies took place on Saturday and among those who turned their tassels was a father and his daughter, who are now members of the class of 2025. Liv Clements and Reggie Johnson got to celebrate their accomplishment together. “It’s going to be a great story to tell,” Johnson said. Johnson worked at the university years ago in various departments to help support his family.

2 days ago | wilx.com | Jamey Tucker

LANSING, Mich. (WILX) -When I first heard of a new AI app from Meta, I thought: “Great, that’s all we need, ANOTHER AI app!”And you might too, especially if you’ve never fully grasped the “Ask Meta” prompts in Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger. Even though no one was really asking for it, Meta throws its hat into the ring with Meta AI, a new platform seamlessly integrated into Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger. Is it just another ChatGPT clone? Not exactly.

2 days ago | wilx.com | David Andrews

LANSING, Mich. (WILX) -It is National Police Week, a time when we pay tribute those those who take the oath to protect and serve their community. At the Lansing Police Department, there is one woman who has faithfully upheld that oath and passed it on to those closest to her. Kristi Pratl has been a fixture at the Lansing Police Department for nearly 25 years. She started as a road patrol officer, moved to community policing, and for the past six years has been solving crimes as a detective.

2 days ago | wilx.com | Andrew Seligman

CHICAGO (AP) — Chet Lemon, a three-time All-Star outfielder who helped the Detroit Tigers win the 1984 World Series, has died after a lengthy battle with blood cancer. He was 70. The Tigers announced his death in a post on X on Thursday. “The Detroit Tigers join all of baseball in mourning the passing of Chet Lemon,” the team said. “While he was a World Series champion and All-Star on the field, perhaps his biggest impact came off of it.