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2 teens killed by upstate New York sheriff’s deputy who shot into their vehicle

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

DEWITT, N.Y. (AP) — A sheriff’s deputy investigating a burglary in upstate New York fatally shot two teenagers Wednesday who were in a vehicle he thought was about to run him over, according to authorities.The deputy fired three shots into the vehicle during an encounter around dawn in the Syracuse suburb of Dewitt, said Onondaga County Sheriff Tobias Shelley.The deputy, who was investigating one of two smoke shop burglaries in the area, had responded to a call just before 6:30 a.m. about people seen transferring items between two vehicles. He drove bumper to bumper with one of those vehicles, which backed up as the driver attempted to escape.The deputy was caught by his vehicle in a narrow space, according to the sheriff, and fired to protect himself.“He had nowhere to flee to. This whole thing happens in seconds,” Shelley said.The deputy did not activate his body camera but Shelley said a video taken by a resident documented the shooting. That video has not yet been made pub...

Suburban man showed his genitals to children walking home from school, police say

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

GLEN ELLYN, Ill. — The Glen Ellyn Police Department is looking for a man who exposed himself to school children Wednesday afternoon.According to GEPD, they received information around 4 p.m. about an individual who exposed his genitals to two children walking home from school. Allegedly, the suspect told the children they dropped something before exposing himself.Police said the incident took place in the area of Sunset Park, and the suspect was described as being a white man in his 30's to 50's, with an average build, a full dark brown beard that was slightly graying, who was wearing a gray t-shirt with white text, blue athletic shorts, and a black baseball hat. WGN Investigates: Naked neighbor exposes cracks in indecency laws GEPD asks residents who live in the area to check their security cameras for the suspect and if they have any information on the incident, to call 911. Police also said additional patrols will be in place before and after school throughout the area.

Woman hit by vehicle in South Loop robbery attempt

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

CHICAGO -- A woman was robbed Wednesday afternoon after she exited a bank in Chicago's South Loop neighborhood.According to the Chicago Police Department, a 48-year-old woman was exiting a bank with a large bag of cash on the 1100 block of South Canal Street around 2 p.m. on Wednesday. CPD: 4 migrants arrested for threatening, assaulting 12th district officers As the woman was walking, a man struck her leg with his vehicle and attempted to take the bag of cash.CPD reports that bystanders came to the woman's aid and the man took her cell phone before taking off.The suspect remains at large. The investigation is ongoing.

Chicago non-profit helps asylum seekers furnish homes, in need of donations

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

CHICAGO -- A non-profit dedicated to ensuring families are treated with dignity while picking out furniture for free now needs more help than ever keep keeping up with the demand.The Chicago Furniture Bank has always relied on furniture donations to share with families, but now the non-profit is asking for more help to meet the needs of asylum seekers seeking better lives here in Chicago.A new beginning is on the horizon for Sherine Davis who is excited to pick out furniture at the Chicago Furniture Bank for her new apartment."I’m happy I am feeling good I’m going to be in my new house new home with my kids," Davis said.The Chicago Furniture Bank opened in 2018 to provide a dignified experience for families who need some help turning their house into a home.As she celebrates recovery, Sherine’s caseworker David is by her side as she prepares to move into a bright future."I’m just excited to see them going through the whole process of finding furniture for their apartment some people...

Silver Alert issued for missing northwest Indiana teenager

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

GARY, Ind. — The Gary Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 17-year-old who is believed to be in "extreme danger" and may require medical attention.17-year-old Alexxzander Meyers, of Gary, Indiana, was last seen around 6:20 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 3.Meyers is described as 6-foot-2, weighing 320 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a burgundy shirt, gray shorts and red Croc's. Police: Motorcyclist weaving in traffic crashes, dies in suburbs ISP said that Alexxzander is believed to be in "extreme danger" and may require medical assistance. He is missing out of Gary, Indiana, which is 152 miles northeast of Indianapolis.Anyone with knowledge of the missing teen's location is being asked to call 911 or the Gary Police Department at (219) 660-0000. No other information was immediately provided.

Wendy's launching pumpkin spice Frosty, cold brew this fall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The rumors are true: Wendy's is launching new pumpkin spice-flavored menu items available for a limited time this fall. The pumpkin spice Frosty and pumpkin spice Frosty cold brew are joining menus nationwide beginning Sept. 12, the Dublin, Ohio-based chain announced on Wednesday. Joining the chocolate Frosty on menus, the new Frosty merges the same creamy texture fans know with hints of pumpkin and a blend of warm spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg. "From our summertime strawberry Frosty to last year's holiday peppermint Frosty, and now our fall pumpkin spice Frosty, we are all about meeting our Frosty fans where they are by bringing familiar, and iconic, seasonal flavors to the menu," said Lindsay Radkoski, Wendy's U.S. Chief Marketing Officer. Wendy's new Pumpkin Spice Frosty and Pumpkin Spice Frosty Cold Brew available Sept. 12. (Courtesy Photo/Wendy's)Wendy's new Pumpkin Spice Frosty available Sept. 12. (Courtesy Photo/Wendy's)Wendy's new Pumpkin Spi...

Actress goes into labor during Beyoncé concert

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

(KTLA) — Beyoncé said you won't break her soul, but she never said she wouldn't break your water. That's exactly what happened with actress Sarah Francis Jones. Both she and her partner, actor Marcel Spears, attended Queen Bey's birthday show on Monday at SoFi Stadium when Jones suddenly went into labor as soon as the "Cuff It" singer hit the stage. Kourtney Kardashian Barker reveals family emergency, thanks doctors for ‘saving our baby’s life’ "I think it was right after the mute challenge," Jones said. "Everybody went mute. L.A. did very well ... and then I started having contractions."Sarah Francis Jones and Marcel Spears welcomed their baby girl just hours after Jones went into labor during the Beyoncé concert at SoFi Stadium on Monday. (KTLA) This caught the couple by surprise as their baby girl wasn't due for a few more days. When the contractions started, Jones — who appeared in "Hairspray," "Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief," and "Honey," according t...

Key witness testifies against Paxton as impeachment court returns

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

AUSTIN (Nexstar) -- Day two of the impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Senate, where senators are considering 16 different impeachment articles against the Republican, that accuse Paxton of bribery, misuse of office and corruption.Paxton did not appear in the Senate chamber for the second day, and left by the afternoon break on Tuesday. Proceedings kicked off just before 10 a.m. on Wednesday, picking back up with the first witness, whose testimony began Tuesday. Jeff Mateer is one of prosecution's key sources for detailing Paxton's relationship with friend and campaign donor Nate Paul, who is central to many of the impeachment articles. As former first assistant attorney general, a hand-picked Mateer serves as Paxton's hand-picked second-in-command as former first assistant attorney general. Mateer took the stand in front of prosecutor Rusty Hardin Tuesday afternoon before proceedings abruptly adjourned over procedural disagreements between ...

Wanna bet? Austin, Tuscaloosa mayors make friendly wager ahead of Texas, Alabama football game

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Mayor Kirk Watson and City of Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox placed a friendly wager ahead of the Texas Longhorns-Alabama Crimson Tide football game.According to the wager, if Alabama wins, Watson said he would send Maddox and his team Central Texas barbecue from Micklethwait Craft Meats. If Texas wins, Watson said Maddox would send a spread from Dreamland BBQ to him and his team.“Texas is fired up and ready for a rematch,” Mayor Watson said. “I look forward to trying some of Tuscaloosa’s best BBQ after we beat Alabama. All that said, this will be a good game between two iconic college football programs in what’s likely an early chapter in a budding rivalry.”The Texas Longhorns and The University of Alabama Crimson Tide will face off at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday.

High school football: Quentin Cobb-Butler is Woodbury’s return ace, and so much more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:43:37 GMT

Prior to the opening kickoff of the football season last week, Woodbury’s return men said that no matter who received the kick, that player was going to score.The kick went to Quentin Cobb-Butler — Roseville’s first mistake.“I saw the ball when it was going up that it was coming to me,” Cobb-Butler said. “I took a couple of steps to the left, and then our blockers in front made a couple of good blocks and a hole opened up.”And he slashed through it, going 95 yards for a season-opening touchdown.And later in the quarter, he did it again, this time from 90 yards out.“They kicked it in the same exact spot and the same stuff happened,” the Royals senior said. “Good blocks from the guys up front and then returned another one.”Yes, twice in the opening quarter of the season, Cobb-Butler took kick returns to the house. To many, that would seem unlikely. To Cobb-Butler, it’s the expectation.He returned two kickoffs for touchdowns last fall, and matched that total already in Week 1 this fall...