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North Central College professor discusses this week's political headlines

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

CHICAGO — North Central College Political Science Professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo joined WGN Evening News to discuss the latest political news.Read more: Latest Chicago news headlinesSome of the topics included:New charges former President Donald Trump is facingSenators McConnell and FeinsteinThe southern border in TexasHunter BidenA hearing on UFOsWatch the video in the player above for this story.

Lynx hang on to defeat Liberty

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

With leading scorer Napheesa Collier sidelined with a sprained right ankle Friday night, it was the rookies and the veteran who picked up the slack for the Minnesota Lynx.Diamond Miller, whom the team selected with the second overall pick in this year’s WNBA draft, finished with 22 points, despite leaving the game briefly in the third quarter after tweaking her right ankle. Center Dorka Juhász, drafted out of Connecticut in the second round, added 13 points and 10 rebounds.But it was guard Kayla McBride, now in her 10th season, who led the way with 26 points as Minnesota improved to 12-13 with an 88-83 victory over the New York Liberty at Barclays Center.Yet the win did not come easy. The Lynx had to withstand a 14-0 New York run in the fourth quarter that cut the gap to just one – at 77-76 – on a pair of free throws by Breanna Stewart with 2:57 to play.Standout guard Sabrina Ionescu helped spark her team’s comeback, finishing with 31 points, including seven 3-pointers.But Miller ha...

Hodges builds four-shot lead halfway through 3M Open

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

For several players on the bubble to qualify for the FedEx Cup playoffs, the 3M Open is a necessary stop in the PGA Tour schedule.For some, like first-round leader Lee Hodges, it’s been a good trip to Blaine. Some, like former major winner Justin Thomas, will leave Minnesota early still looking for points to make the playoffs.Hodges followed up his first-round 63 with a bogey-free, second-round 64 to lead the 3M Open into the weekend at 15-under par. Hodges started the tournament 74th in the FedEx Cup standings and should be firmly within the playoff field – which is top-70 – after his week in Blaine.“I’ve got a great attitude out there,” Hodges said. “Me and my caddie, we’re 70-something on the points list. Like what do we have to lose, you know? We’ve committed to every shot we’ve hit so far, which has been great. We’ll continue to do it, because what do we have to lose.”Tyler Duncan, who is second at 11-under, also is projecte...

Gaugert lives out his dream with 3M Open run

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

Finishing their second round on the ninth hole at TPC Twin Cities, Erik Van Rooyen and Alex Gaugert shared a hug before jumping on a golf cart back to the clubhouse, with Gaugert’s two kids on his lap for the ride.The two days of play, done together after Gaugert qualified Monday, at the 3M Open was quite the ride for the former University of Minnesota teammates and regular tour stop player and caddie.“I mean, it was a dream,” Gaugert said after shooting 77-71 and finishing 6-over in his first PGA event. “It happened fast. Monday qualifiers, you know, never done one, and to get through was pretty cool. Then the tour allowed us to play together; that was really memorable and something we’ll never forget.”Van Rooyen and Gaugert, the former teammates, are usually together on PGA stops. Gaugert has served as Van Rooyen’s caddie on tour. After he qualified for the 3M Open in open qualifying, tournament officials paired the two for the first two rounds in Blaine.It was something the...

Downtown Saratoga bringing in track tourists

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -When the horses are not out to race, downtown Saratoga gets a turn of tourism. Cafes, bars and more all working hard to leave their best impressions of the Spa City.Over at The Wine Bar, happy hour was in full swing before dinner. When it comes to the track season, Co-Owner, Melissa Evans, couldn't be happier. "I do believe that, and my numbers are showing also, that the first two weeks of track season definitely are higher. Numbers are up this year." Celebrate Saratoga playing music rain or shine Evans says this time of year is more than just a busy season. For her business, it can be make or break when balancing the slower part of the year. "In the wintertime it's tough because everyone's open and you are competing for the people who want to go out in the cold. We have to jam for two to three months to make as much money as possible."SPoT Coffee says that no matter the season, they still get the business they need. "The upstairs guests that live ...

MetroLink murder leaves 23-year-old dead and a 23-year-old in custody, safety is now ramping up

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. - Jarrell Anderson, 23, is now in custody facing serious charges for the murder of 23-year-old Turyan Austell. While Anderson awaits extradition, MetroLink has plans to continue advancing its safety measures.It started at the Jackie Joyner-Kersee station, where an altercation occurred between the two individuals who have connections to each other. It happened early in the morning, and it resulted in Anderson shooting the victim.“Due to the Metro security camera system, investigators were able to establish a person of interest early on in the investigation," said Commander Justin Biggs during a presser held at the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office on Friday evening.That, and the public's assistance; 90 tips later, Anderson is facing a charge of murder with intent to kill and injure, with a bond of $2 million. She says an Uber stranded her, then things really got weird “"These acts of violence that we continue to see proliferate throughout the region… these are ...

Sweltering heat not stopping Cardinals fans from enjoying the game

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS - There's not much stopping Cardinals fans from coming down to the ballpark."We are not backing out,” said Phillip Pearl, a Cardinals fan. “We are Cardinals fans. We are coming to the game."Even if it's the hottest game they've ever been to."It's pretty steamy out today,” said Rachel Welker, a Cubs fan.It's nothing new for these fans."We grew up when it was this hot, and we didn't have air conditioning, so it's not a big deal now,” said Steven Weibring.Eva Weibring, one of the many Cardinals fans prepared for the heat. Her tickets had her in the shade, plus she brought a personal fan and a cooling towel. Staffing ‘crisis’ creating new risks for St. Louis police officers “It’s pretty warm,” Eva said. “It’s nice that there’s a breeze.”Fans are just as ready for the heat as they are for a Cardinals win."The heat is hot, but you know what the Cardinals are playing the Cubs, and the Cubs are going down tonight,” Pearl said.The stadium is also ready to welcome fans during this...

Motorcyclist dead after being struck by a semi-truck in 3-car crash in Riverside

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

A man is dead after he was involved in a three-car crash and struck by a semi-truck in Riverside on Tuesday. At approximately 5:27 p.m., California Highway Patrol responded to a crash involving three vehicles on the westbound 91 Freeway, just west of Cridge Street, according to a CHP news release. Police say a motorcyclist riding a 2020 Kawasaki Ninja was splitting lanes when the driver of a 2010 Acura TSX made an abrupt lane change and hit him, sending him into the lane of a semi-truck that struck him again. The rider succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Acura driver fled the scene and continued westbound on State Route 91. Investigative efforts led authorities to locate the Acura, and the driver was identified as a juvenile who was involved in the crash. This is an ongoing investigation.  

San Pablo: Person, dog killed in triplex fire

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

SAN PABLO — A person and a dog were killed in a fire Friday afternoon in San Pablo, according to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.The fire was reported around 4:15 p.m. in the 2600 block of Dover Avenue, the district said in a social media post. Firefighters arrived to find flames and heavy smoke coming from a triplex. Power lines were also down in front of the building.Following a “quick and aggressive attack on the fire,” firefighters searched the triplex and found a person and a dog unresponsive inside, according to the district.The district said the person received CPR at the scene and was rushed to Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead. The dog also died.Fire crews arrived on scene of a duplex in San Pablo w/one unit fully involved. While mitigating a live power line, crews made a quick and aggressive attack on the fire. In searching the structure, crews found one occupant and one dog unresponsive in the residence. #DoverIC ...

Person, dog killed in San Pablo fire

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:32:46 GMT

(KRON) -- A person and a dog were killed in a fire in San Pablo on Friday, the Contra Costa Fire Protection District said. The fire started in a duplex on the 2600 block of Dover Ave. Con Fire described it as a commercial structure fire. One unit was fully involved. Image from Con Fire. In their initial search, crews found an unresponsive victim, performed CPR and sent them to Kaiser Permanente Richmond. The victim was pronounced dead at the hospital. Heavy smoke and flames were showing from the front of the building, per Con Fire. Fire crews' response was disrupted by downed power lines in front of the building.This is a developing story. Stick with KRON4 for updates.