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Johnson versus Vallas: Where the 2 mayoral candidates stand 24 hours away from runoff

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

CHICAGO — Monday was the last day for Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas to sway votes in their favor."I know our people work hard in this city," Johnson said. "I want our city to work harder for the people who do the work.""It’s about leadership. It’s about somebody with the experience," Vallas said. "It’s about somebody who is a career public servant and has demonstrated the willingness to make sacrifices for the public good."Recent public surveys give the edge to Vallas, who earlier in his campaign seized on voters' concerns about crime in the city of Chicago. WGN Poll: Vallas leading Johnson in Chicago Mayoral runoff election "We will make all of our communities safer," Vallas said. "We will take the issue of quality schools."Brandon Johnson, a Cook County Commissioner and union organizer, is counting on a get-out-the-vote army made up of the Chicago Teachers Union, Service Employees International Union (SEIU), and the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employee...

MedWatch Daily Digest: The timing of menopause may impact the mind — and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

For Monday, April 3, WGN’s Dina Bair has the latest on new medical information, including: More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch Why researchers in Massachusetts say that early menopause is associated with a mind-robbing disease.How eating food rich in magnesium can reduce the risk of dementia.A nasal vaccine to prevent COVID-19 is moving forward.

Woodridge condo residents still unclear if their homes are unlivable

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

WOODRIDGE, Ill. -- It's been almost two summers since a devastating tornado hit the Woodridge community.Still, 24 homeowners haven't been able to move back into their homes. Those homes deemed unlivable are here in this condo associated.“21 months is far too long but we have not given up," Rep. Dagmara Avear (D-102) said.An E-4 tornado wreaking havoc in DuPage County and damaging dozens of homes in its path between June 20-21.The road for homeowners impacted by the storm, a long one, as efforts to recover and rebuild continue.“Throughout, we have tried to send that message that you are not alone," Village of Woodridge Mayor Gina Cunningham said.Some residents saying alone is exactly how they feel as they continue to wonder what comes next.”I know sometimes it may feel like that, but we have not stopped in 21 months," Mayor Cunningham said.Signs of condemning units still plastered to the doors of condos at the Woodridge Country Club Townhomes and damage still visible as two dozen hom...

Zach LaVine breaks a Bulls single-season record Sunday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

CHICAGO — No matter what happens in the final games of the regular season or how long the team remains in the postseason, at least one player will make history in 2022-2023.That's guard Zach LaVine, who has set a new Bulls record in one category over the course of this seasonThe two-time All-Star has hit 201 three-pointers this season after knocking down three of them against the Grizzlies in a win Sunday at the United Center. That is the new record for the franchise - and he beat his own mark to do it. LaVine currently holds the top four totals in a season in Bulls history in that category, with his previous high coming in the 72-game, pandemic-shortened 2020-2021 season when he had 200. In that year, the guard was elected to his first NBA All-Star Game. One thing helping LaVine get past the mark this year is his Bulls' career-high 74 games played in which he's attempted 524 three-pointers, making 38.4 percent of his shots behind the arc.In 2021-2022, LaVine hit 185 three-pointers,...

Popular Downtown Disney restaurant and bar to close

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

(KTLA) - A popular Downtown Disney bar and restaurant are set to close in mid-April, the company announced on Instagram.The Catal Restaurant and its outdoor bar, Uva Bar, are located in Downtown Disney, in Anaheim, California. They've been a permanent fixture in the shopping district since its opening in 2001. Catal, which has a terrace that overlooks the district, offers a Mediterranean-style menu that includes paellas, salads, steaks and seafood. The Uva Bar sells a wide range of cocktails, wine and beers. Downtown Disney bakery closes The Downtown Disney closure comes as Disney plans to revamp the shopping district. The Orange County Register reported that a major renovation was announced at Destination D23, a Disney fan convention, in 2021.A new upscale Mexican cuisine-inspired restaurant and bar, Paseo and Centrico, will replace the Catal Restaurant and Uva Bar, Disneyland announced last year. Earl of Sandwich reopens in Downtown Disney The Earl of Sandwich restaurant, the ...

US passport application delays surge amid 'unprecedented' demand

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- If you're looking to travel abroad and need a passport, you're not the only one. Currently, the rush of applications has pushed the wait time to several months."We're getting 500,000 applications a week for passports," Secretary of State Antony Blinken said March 24, calling the renewed demand for travel "unprecedented."The State Department warns it is taking 10 to 13 weeks to receive a passport and the expedited process, which costs an extra $60, will take seven to nine weeks. Staffing shortages are being blamed for some of the delays. Spring break: What to know about Mexico’s ‘do not travel’ warnings The Secretary of State reports in the 2022 fiscal year, a record 22 million passport books were issued and the government is on track to break that record in 2023.Passport demand always increases from March through the summer as travel ramps up but this year is unusual. The U.S. Travel Association reports 52% of Americans plan to travel in the next six months and...

Colonel Jeremy Hansen, To Be 1st Canadian Astronaut To Orbit The Moon

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

APD: No evidence of foul play in Lady Bird Lake death, man identified

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department identified a man who was pulled from Lady Bird Lake Saturday, according to an APD news release.At approximately 12:50 p.m., APD officers found the man, who was later identified as Jonathan Honey, 33, in Lady Bird Lake near 10 Rainey St., the release said.Homicide and Missing Persons Unit detectives, the Lake Patrol Unit and crime scene specialists responded to the scene to investigate, the release said. APD confirms body found at Lady Bird Lake is missing man from Rainey Street Honey was reported missing to APD on March 31, according to police.In February, the body of Jason John, 30, was also pulled from Lady Bird Lake.John was previously reported missing Feb. 5 and was last seen walking on Rainey Street near Lady Bird Lake, according to police.In a statement Monday, APD said while the drownings are still under investigation, "there is no evidence in any of these cases to support allegations of foul play."APD said the "circumstances, ex...

12-year-old girl found following Amber Alert issued by Texas DPS

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for April 3, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 12-year-old girl who went missing Saturday from the town of Gonzales was found Monday after an Amber Alert was issued.The Texas Department of Public Safety issued the alert in partnership with the Gonzales Police Department just before 2 p.m. Monday. The alert was canceled at 3:40 p.m. by DPS, who said she was found.According to the Gonzales Inquirer, local police said the girl was found in Tarrant County and a 19-year-old man was taken into custody in connection with the case.KXAN asked the Gonzales Police Department for more details about the case and will update this story once we hear back.

Daniel Perry murder trial: Interview with APD, body cam footage shown in court

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:39:47 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for April 3, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Daniel Perry paced back and forth for about 30 minutes, waiting for an Austin Police Department detective to question him after he shot and killed a Black Lives Matter protester in downtown Austin in July 2020.That's according to APD footage. Perry is accused of murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in the death of Garrett Foster. The interview footage shown in court was from a short time after the shooting. ‘I am scared. I am terrified’: Daniel Perry’s 911 call played in court "Sir...hello?" Perry yelled from the inside of the interview room at APD headquarters, as he knocked on the door, according to the footage. Multiple APD officers tried to calm Perry down, offering him water and asking him to take deep breaths. In the interview video, you hear one of the officers empathize with Perry, saying he knows the process is stressful. Perry then proceeds to start hyster...