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A group of protesters gather near the start of a protest organized by CMU’s Students for a Democratic Society outside the Bovee University Center on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. (CM-Life | Kassidy Daniel)

ByTre Ward Wednesday, October 14, 2026 3:38AM Chicago’s landmarks, football fandom, and holiday spirit are all part of the romance in Hallmark Channel’s new film. WLS

Central Michigan University freshman outside hitter Cheyenne Gunner and freshman middle blocker Brenna Storz go up to block a Kent State players tip during the volleyball game at McGuirk Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. Gunner had a total of six kills with Storz having 13 against the Flashes. (CM-Life | Jasmine Brookins)

One word is all that comes to mind when Central Michigan’s football players think of their rival, Western Michigan.

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AFollowing the conclusion of the22, soccer fandom across the United States has experienced a boost in audience surge, according to comprehensive new market intelligence released by Nielsen.

The Central Michigan University Seal is displayed outside Warriner Hall, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. (CMLife | Ali

The seal of the city of Mount Pleasant is emblazoned on a sign outside of City Hall, located at 320 W. Broadway St., pictured on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026. (CM Life | Cristin Coppess)

Sometimes, a single image is all it takes to turn an ordinary situation into something completely ridiculous. That’s something cartoonist Vaughan Tomlinson has mastered with his clever, often absurd single-panel comics. Whether he’s poking fun at everyday habits, imagining bizarre scenarios, or giving familiar situations an unexpected twist, his cartoons catch readers off guard with…