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Chicago TribuneMonday, 18 May 2026
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New life for nuclear
As data centers seek more power, giant energy producer Constellation launches nuclear plant upgrades in Illinois to meet the rising demand
The paper frames the story as a pragmatic, industry-driven regional economic development, linking the abstract boom in data centres to tangible infrastructure upgrades in Illinois.
The rapid expansion of energy-intensive data centres, particularly to support artificial intelligence, has strained electrical grids across the US, prompting energy companies to extend the life and capacity of existing nuclear power plants to meet baseload demand.
“meet the rising demand”
“Pragmatic regional economic focus”
Emergency declared over Ebola outbreak
WHO calls for response after 300 suspected cases, 88 fatalities seen
Presents an international health crisis straightforwardly via wire copy, focusing on official WHO declarations and initial case counts.
DraftKings to end retail sportsbook at Wrigley
Venue will stay open, but in-person betting there stops May 31
Focuses on local business operations at a major city landmark, noting the cessation of in-person betting.
ICE detains Chicago high school senior and mother during check-in
Asylum petition still pending as both held in jails since March
Localises an immigration enforcement story by highlighting the detention of a community member and high school student.
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