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Motorcyclist dead following crash in Round Lake Beach

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. — A motorcyclist died following a crash in Round Lake Beach Sunday afternoon.Just before 4:05 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Route 83 and Hook Drive on the report of an accident.Police believe a 28-year-old man on a motorcycle collided with a 2009 Hyundai as the sedan was turning into a strip mall.He was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.The driver stayed at the scene and police believe no drugs, alcohol or speed played a factor.

Police investigating Sullivan County home explosion

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

THOMPSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New York State Police are investigating a home explosion that happened in Thompson on Saturday. Three people were injured, including two children. All were taken to Westchester Medical Center and are listed in critical condition. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! At this time, police say the house was demolished and the cause was a propane leak. The explosion caused damage to several neighboring homes.

Susan Perabo recognized in 'Women of Webster' Project

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - She threw out the first pitch the day before Adam Wainwright's retirement party.She was also the first woman to play on an NCAA baseball team. On Monday, Susan Perabo joined FOX 2 and shared with Ty Hawkins why she's back in St. Louis. Short-term rental property owner shares concerns about proposed regulations For more information about the 'Women of Webster' Project, click here.

Oversight board meeting for St. Louis City Justice Center today after another inmate death

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - An oversight board for St. Louis City detention facilities is meeting Monday after an inmate died at the St. Louis City Justice Center on Saturday.The meeting was scheduled prior to the inmate's death. Jail officials told FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that 44-year-old Juwon Carter suffered a medical emergency early Saturday morning. Before Carter's death, at least two other inmates died at the justice center this year. Wainwright strikes out in cameo to end career as Cardinals beat Reds 4-3. Votto ejected The detention facilities oversight board is part of the city's department of public safety. At Monday's meeting, they're scheduled to discuss best practices for investigations and labor rights and laws.

Sergey Kondratenko: Fintech startups and innovative financial solutions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

Fintech startups are companies that offer innovative solutions to optimize financial services and solutions. The term "fintech" reflects the intersection of finance and technology in the activities of such companies, Sergey Kondratenko explains.Fintech startups are looking to improve traditional financial systems by leveraging advances in areas such as mobile apps, data analytics, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and more. They are focused on providing financial services in a more efficient, convenient and cost-effective way.Sergey Kondratenko is a recognized specialist in a wide range of e-commerce services with experience for many years. Now, Sergey is the owner and leader of a group of companies engaged not only in different segments of e-commerce, but also successfully operating in different jurisdictions, represented on all continents of the world. The main goal is to drive new traffic, create and deliver an online experience that will endear users to the b...

NOAA releases 2023-2024 winter predictions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

(WGHP) – For the first time in years, an El Niño winter is upon us. That means this year's winter outlook, release by the Climate Prediction Center, looks a little different than it has in several years.The last three winters have been dominated by La Niña, which typically means a dry winter in the southern half of the country and colder, wetter conditions in the Pacific Northwest. But that's not the case this year, as a strong El Niño looks very likely to stick with us through early next year. How will El Niño affect winter? New long-range outlook released NOAA outlook for winter temperaturesThis year the CPC, which is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, is forecasting above-normal temperatures across the northern United States through the winter months. The best chance for a warmer-than-normal winter to occur in the Northeast, the Pacific Northwest and the upper Great Lakes states. For the southern half of the country, the temperature outlook for Decemb...

Royal Court for 2024 Tournament of Roses to be announced

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

The seven members that will make up the 2024 Tournament of Roses Royal Court will be announced at Tournament House in Pasadena Monday morning.The Royal Court will be chosen from 28 finalists who participated in a long interview process to reach this point.Each member chosen to the Royal Court takes part in the Tournament’s tradition of celebrating academic excellence and will receive a $7,500 scholarship.   Deer population control plan concerning Catalina residents “Royal Court members experience countless benefits; becoming part of an organization dedicated to hands-on volunteerism, discovering opportunities to connect with and give back to the local community, developing public speaking skills and growing self-confidence,” the Tournament posted on its website.The Royal Court will take part in the 135th Rose Parade and attend the Rose Bowl Game on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.

Beyonce's Renaissance World Tour heads to theaters

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

Please do not be alarmed, remain calm.For Beyhive members who have felt a bit melancholy since the end of the Renaissance World Tour, Beyonce has something significant in store.Late Sunday night Queen Bey revealed "Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce" presented by her own production company Parkwood Entertainment.Beyoncé performs onstage during the “RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR” at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on May 30, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood)The global superstar announced the film moments after the curtain closed on her final tour show in Kansas City, Missouri on Sunday night. She posted a teaser trailer for the film on Instagram."Be careful what you ask for, 'cause I just might comply," her caption read, a lyric from her song "All Up In Your Mind."The trailer begins with Beyonce dressed in a bright green ensemble backstage of the tour, throwing up the peace sign."When I am performing, I am nothing but free," her narration begins. "The goal for...

Monday Morning Lights: Midseason player of the year watch and more

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

Welcome back to Monday Morning Lights, our weekly feature that sheds more light on the high school football weekend and peeks ahead to the new week. If you haven’t already, please subscribe. Your contributions keep us going.MIDSEASON REPORT: WHERE THINGS STANDWe’ve reached the midpoint of the high school football season.What we’ve learned to date is Serra is the undisputed No. 1, San Ramon Valley QB Luke Baker is even better now than he was when he captured Bay Area News Group player of the year honors in 2022 and Oakland High leads the group of surprise teams.But there is plenty more that has caught our eye since the season kicked off in August.Here are our midseason notables:Player of the Year candidatesLuke Baker, SRV: All the 5-foot-11, 180-pound senior has done is pass for 1,506 yards and 18 touchdowns while leading the Wolves to a 5-0 start and No. 3 BANG ranking. Was BANG player of the year last season.Herschel Turner Jr., Mt. Diablo: Has rushed for 1,584 yards in 82 carries ...

Woodpeckers are destroying a roof border on a San Jose home. What’s the solution?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:20:00 GMT

DEAR JOAN: I have woodpeckers destroying the fascia board bordering the roof of our home. I have tried plastic owls, reflective tape, reflective hanging devices, a solar ultrasonic deterrent device and even powerful hose nozzles. Nothing has worked.Our problem with woodpeckers is probably compounded by the fact that they appear to reside in an old oak tree on our property. Also, we are the only remaining house on the block with a shake roof. The house is a 96-year-old Tudor.Help!— Jackie Wall, San JoseDEAR JACKIE: When I first opened your letter and saw “Jackie” and “woodpeckers,” I thought the email was from my editor, another Jackie who is a shell-shocked veteran of the Woodpecker Wars. Now I’m wondering if woodpeckers have something against people named Jackie…Woodpeckers tend to be noisier during the lead up to breeding season. The males pound out a loud beat to let other woodpeckers know they have claimed the territory and to let interested females know an eligible ...