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The signing of a Chicago area native among the Bears' moves Tuesday

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — As the Bears prepare for their first game of the preseason this Saturday, they continue to shuffle players on and off the roster to find the best group to start the season.On Tuesday, one of those moves has brought a Chicago-area native back to his hometown.Among the Bears’ moves today is the signing of linebacker Barrington Wade..A Skokie native and former @Vikings219 standout, he played at Iowa then had stints with the Ravens, Vikings in 2021.Was last with the CFL’s Winnipeg Blue Bombers earlier this year..@WGNNews pic.twitter.com/NTdt6vy4Tk— Larry Hawley (@HawleySports) August 8, 2023Linebacker Barrington Wade, a Skokie native, was signed by the team ahead of the start of practice on Tuesday ahead of the preseason opener against the Titans Saturday at Soldier Field. He was a standout at Niles North High School where he was a first team All-State selection his senior year along with a honorable mention All-American. He then played in 33 games at Iowa fro...

Wild brawl caught on camera at Montgomery dock ends with arrests, warrants issued

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) – The Montgomery Police Department has issued several arrest warrants after a fight broke out on the city's riverfront over the weekend.Police were called to the scene of the brawl on Saturday, after a pontoon boat was reported to be blocking a riverboat from docking. Footage of the incident shows a fight breaking out after a security guard appeared to be instructing the people using the boat to move.The security guard, in white, is seen being jumped by a man on the dock. Several people soon began attacking the guard, leading bystanders to come to his aid. (Joe Davenport via Storyful)As seen in the video, several men surrounded the security guard, while another runs toward the guard and attacks him. More bystanders then join the brawl, with some attempting to punch or kick the guard, and others attempting to help.Police eventually arrive and begin breaking up the melee, videos show. 87-year-old woman fights off home invader, then feeds him snacks On Sunday,...

Dell Technologies says 'some' employees leaving company

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows KXAN Live's top headlines for Aug. 8, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) — Dell Technologies confirmed to KXAN Tuesday it has eliminated some jobs within the company."Some members of our sales team will leave the company," a Dell Technologies spokesperson said. "We’re always assessing our business to remain competitive and ensure we’re set up to deliver the best innovation, value and service to our customers and partners. We don’t make these decisions lightly, and we’ll support those impacted as they transition to their next opportunity," the spokesperson said.Dell Technologies didn't elaborate on how many employees are leaving.Austin and Round Rock are each home to five of Dell’s global offices, and the Austin Business Journal reports Dell as Austin’s second largest employer.In February, Bloomberg reported Dell Technologies cut over 6,000 jobs due to "market conditions."In March, the Austin Business Journal reported the Austin job market remained mostly ins...

Lineup for the 2023 Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The lineup has been announced for the 21st annual Albany Riverfront Jazz Festival on Saturday, September 9. The all-day festival will be held at Jennings Landing from noon to 8 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The event features live music, vendors, food and drinks. The festival is for all ages and admission is free.LineupKevin McNeal & Blueswing from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.Ashley Keiko from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.Roni Kaspi from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.The String Queens from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.Rebirth Brass Band from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.Fireworks show at 8 p.m. What to expect at the Whitehall Sasquatch Festival No glass containers of any kind, recording of performances, and pets will not be allowed. All Albany parks are tobacco-free. Parking will be available for $8 at the Riverfront Garage.

Police: Bike thefts are on the rise in Herkimer

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

HERKIMER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to the Herkimer Police Department, there has been a recent increase in bike thefts in the Village. Residents are encouraged to lock their bikes when not in use. Residents should also photograph their bikes and record the make, model, color, and serial number. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police have confiscated several bikes, but there have been no reported thefts. If your bike has been stolen, contact the Herkimer Police Department with a description.

Lucky Heartland: Missouri and Illinois shine as lottery jackpot havens

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS - If you hope to strike it rich through Powerball or Mega Millions, your odds aren't great, but they might be better in Missouri and Illinois compared to other states. New data from two gambling-based websites - Bet MGM and Jackpocket - shows that Missouri is one of the best states to win a Powerball jackpot and Illinois is one of the best to win a Mega Millions jackpot. Anheuser-Busch selling 8 beer, beverage brands to cannabis company According to Bet MGM, 31 lottery players in Missouri have taken home the Powerball's largest prize, second-most of any U.S. state and only trailing Indiana. Bet MGM adds that five players in Missouri have won a top prize of at least $200 million and the largest winner in the state won nearly $600 million. According to Jackpocket, 14 lottery players in Illinois have taken home the Mega Millions' largest prize, seventh-most of any U.S. state. New York has the most jackpots won with 43, but Illinois is one of at least nine states with doubl...

St. Louis County Councilman opposes push for gun violence legislation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Nearly one week after a St. Louis County Councilwoman announced her intent to file legislation to address gun violence, it's been met with stark opposition from a fellow councilman. Mark Harder, a St. Louis County Council Vice Chair who represents the county's seventh district, announced Tuesday he opposes the push for legislation. He claims it would infringe on the Second Amendment rights of St. Louis County residents. 5-year-old girl shot and killed in Belleville, Illinois County chairwoman Shalonda Webb wants legislation to address gun violence, though has not yet announced whether any bills have been filed. She says change is necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents in St. Louis County.Meanwhile, Harder offered this statement to FOX 2 on Tuesday in objection to such legislation: “Any attempt to curtail the gun rights of law-abiding citizens in Missouri is a direct assault on ourSecond Amendment. As a steadfast defender of our cons...

America’s highest railway announces two more sunrise voyages

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

As the sun rises and sets, so does the train on America’s highest railroad – and now, more visitors will get to experience a sunrise journey up Pikes Peak’s 14,115-foot summit.Related ArticlesThings To Do | Discover the wonder of this lesser-known Colorado region with camping, hiking and scenic views Things To Do | Rare tornado struck Colorado’s Pikes Peak just above 9,000 feet After two successful trips earlier this summer, with a portion of ticket sales benefiting local causes, the Broadway Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway has announced that it will summit the famed peak two more times this year. The first trip, on Sept. 11, will honor first responders, with a portion of proceeds going to the Manitou Springs fire and police departments. The second trip takes place Oct. 8, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Manitou School District.The Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway. (Provided by the Broadmoor ...

Colorado voters are being misled about the impact of tax cut proposal, conservative group alleges

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

A Colorado conservative group filed a federal lawsuit against the Secretary of State and Gov. Jared Polis on Monday, challenging a law passed by the legislature two years ago that requires tax-cutting ballot measures warn voters about the potential impact of lost revenue.Advance Colorado, together with several individual residents, argue that the law violates the First Amendment and forces groups promoting certain ballot measures to accept language that the groups may disagree with. Advance Colorado has been approved to gather signatures for two tax-cutting ballot measures this year, and it argued that the warning label it must present to voters doesn’t accurately reflect the impact those tax cuts would have on state funding.The law passed in 2021, and it requires that any ballot measure that proposes to cut taxes also include language noting that the proposal would reduce state funding for specific programs like education or health care. One of Advance Colorado’s initia...

California sends 400-pound fugitive Bear 64F, aka “Hank the Tank,” to Colorado refuge

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

A fugitive 400-pound female bear identified by California wildlife officials as 64F and known to the public as “Hank the Tank,” linked to 21 home break-ins and property damage south of Lake Tahoe, has been cleared for relocation across state lines to a refuge in eastern Colorado.Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials have approved this transfer in response to a request from the private, non-profit Wild Animal Sanctuary.The bear’s three young cubs, who accompanied 64F on recent break-ins, may be sent to a rescue facility in Petaluma, California “in hopes they can discontinue the negative behaviors they learned from the sow,” according to a California Department of Fish and Wildlife announcement.Bears that bother humans in California typically aren’t relocated, officials said. But “given the widespread interest in this bear, and the significant risk of a serious incident” state officials embarked on this solution “to safeguard the b...