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Man killed after car hits light post on Southwest Side

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

CHICAGO — A man was killed in a car crash on the Southwest Side Monday morning. Police responded to a crash near the 6100 block of South Cicero Avenue where a vehicle jumped the curb, striking a light post and tree before coming to a complete stop. 18-year-old man shot while attempting to break into business on North Side The man sustained trauma to the body and was pronounced dead on the scene. There were no further injuries reported and police are investigating the incident.

2 wanted after man robbed at knifepoint on Red Line

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

CHICAGO — Two suspects are wanted after a man was robbed at knifepoint on a Red Line train last week.On Tuesday, a man was riding at Red Line train northbound near Morse when he was verbally confronted by a rider sitting across from him, police said.Another rider then stole the man's cellphone and backpack at knifepoint. Suburban ringleader gets 9 years in USPS mail-for-cash scheme No suspects are in custody. Anyone with information can call police at 312-745-4706 or submit a tip at cpdtip.com.

Bodies of missing musician and his son found in Arkansas lake

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KDVR) — After 24 days of searching, the bodies of a band member and his son were recovered from an Arkansas lake. The Benton County Sheriff's Office in Arkansas confirmed on Facebook Sunday that crews found the bodies of Chuck and Charley Morris.Chuck was a percussionist for the band Lotus, an electronica house band formed out of Philadelphia and Denver. Charley was attending college in Ohio, Nexstar's WDAF reported.Chuck and Charley originally went kayaking on Beaver Lake in Arkansas on March 16. The father and son were supposed to return from the trip at 2 p.m. that day, but when it got to 4 p.m. with no sign of them, police were called and began searching. Two kayaks and a coat were found in the water. Colorado cheer coach accused of inappropriate behavior with minor “It’s just something you never expect to hear,” said bandmate Luke Miller. “We all hope for the best, but it didn’t work out.”Crews spent 24 days looking for Chuck and Charley, and the Benton Cou...

Texas is growing fast. How often are city limit population signs updated?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas is home to some of the fastest-growing cities in the country. So, how often are the populations updated on city limit signs?The Texas Department of Transportation, responsible for installing city limit signs, can update city populations every two years at the most. RELATED: New population estimates reveal fastest-growing cities in Texas The TxDOT online manual says the signs are updated at the city's request, and the department does not initiate these revisions. While city limit signs can be installed on any highway or freeway, the city's population can only be listed on conventional roads. So, for example, you won't see Austin's population listed on city limit signs along Interstate 35. TxDOT requires a city to meet one of these requirements for a city limit sign to be added:the area is listed in the U.S. Census,the area is in the latest Texas Almanac under "cities and towns," and/orthe area is on the latest "Texas Official Travel Map" Does Texas require ...

Texas No. 1 state for severe weather insurance claims

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Now that we're a fourth of the way through 2023, insurance companies have been able to gather data on claims for 2022. The data is not good news for Texas; we were the No. 1 state for severe weather insurance claims in the country.KXAN Meteorologist Nick Bannin spoke with Chris Lewis from Allstate Insurance Company about new data on severe weather claims here locally.Meteorologist Nick Bannin: Chris, you have some new data about just how much severe weather we had in Texas, and compare that to what we look like nationally, right? Chris Lewis, Allstate: Yeah, absolutely. So probably not a list we want to be on top of, but we are number one in the country when it comes to severe weather, and have been there pretty consistently over the last few years.Bannin: What types of severe weather did we have the most of in 2022 here in Texas?Lewis: Yeah, so definitely the biggest problems we see are wind, and specifically hail. We had 458 separate hail events last year in the ...

Wisconsin mourns after two cops killed in traffic stop shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

MADISON, Wis.  — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers said Sunday “our hearts are heavy” a day after two police officers were shot to death during a traffic stop.“Our hearts are heavy for the Chetek and Cameron police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty yesterday. Kathy and I are praying for the officers’ families, colleagues, and the Barron County community mourning this tragic loss,” Evers posted on Twitter.The Wisconsin Department of Justice said in a statement late Saturday that it was investigating the shooting in Cameron.An officer from the Chetek Police Department conducted a traffic stop around 3:38 p.m. and at some point gunfire was exchanged with the motorist, the department said.The Chetek officer and another officer from Cameron were pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect in the shooting was taken to a hospital and later died, the department said.The names of the officers and the suspect were not immediately released.The deaths of the ...

Country star Walker Hayes to perform at Hudson Valley Rodeo

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

AMENIA, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Country star Walker Hayes is set to perform at the third annual Hudson Valley Rodeo in Amenia on September 16. The rodeo is set to take place at the Keane Stud Farm at 217 Depot Hill Road. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The family-friendly rodeo features Mutton Bustin’, Barrel Racing, Roping, Bronc Riding, and Bull Riding. Doors open at noon with family-friendly activities and the rodeo begins at 3 p.m. The event also includes food trucks and vendors.Hayes is set to perform at 7 p.m. He is best known for the songs "Fancy Like," "You Broke Up with Me," and "AA." Old Dominion postpones MVP Arena concert All net proceeds from this event will benefit the Amenia-Wassaic Community Organization and its programs. You can buy tickets to this event on the Hudson Valley Rodeo website.

5 things to know this Monday, April 10

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy National Siblings Day, also, happy Monday! We hope everyone had a nice weekend and enjoyed some milder weather! According to Meteorologist Matt Mackie, the nice weather will keep rolling as temperatures will be up, up, and away this week. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Albany Police are investigating a homicide that took place early Easter Sunday morning on Morris Street. Police say they found a 60-year-old man with gunshot wounds in his home after receiving reports of a shooting. Also, state budget debates will resume today, after continuing beyond the April 1 deadline. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Monday. 1. Albany Police investigating Morris Street homicideThe Albany Police Department is investigating a homicide that happened early Sunday morning on Morris Street. According to police, an unidentified 60-year-old man was found with gunshot wounds ins...

Multi-car crashes cause major traffic backups on I-270

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Two multi-car crashes are causing major traffic troubles on I-270 Monday morning. The first crash, involving four cars, has occurred on I-270 northbound north of 44, while the second crash, involving six cars in a fender-bender chain reaction, has taken place just south of I-44 on 270.Check FOX 2's traffic map for real-time updates.The backups resulting from the crashes have extended for more than six miles, and drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid stop-and-go traffic. Those heading north can take 141 or Lindbergh as alternative routes.Authorities have not yet provided information on injuries resulting from the crashes. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and patience while navigating through the affected area.

Crash west of metro Denver cleared, U.S. Highway 6 reopened between Golden and Highway 119

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:28:00 GMT

U.S. Highway 6 west of metro Denver has reopened after a crash early Monday that forced a closure in both directions between Golden and Highway 119.#US6 westbound: Roadway reopened to traffic between CO 93 and US 40; US 6. https://t.co/b2mgqJq1HR— Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) (@ColoradoDOT) April 10, 2023#US6 westbound: Roadway reopened to traffic between CO 93 and US 40; US 6. https://t.co/b2mgqJq1HR— Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) (@ColoradoDOT) April 10, 2023  #US6 westbound: Road closed due to safety concerns between CO 93 and US 40; US 6. https://t.co/b2mgqJq1HR— Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) (@ColoradoDOT) April 10, 2023Colorado Department of Transportation officials announced the reopening in postings on Twitter shortly after 6:30 a.m.#US6 eastbound: Road closed due to a crash between CO 119 and CO 93. https://t.co/WWYmUPhcDc— Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) (@ColoradoDOT) April 10, 20...