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Libraries in Aurora, Evanston & Addison targeted by bomb threats

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

CHICAGO — Police were called to several libraries in the Chicago area on Tuesday in regard to bomb threats. Police in Aurora continue to investigate the threats but officers in Evanston and Addison say the threats were not substantiated.  Chicago fire truck crashes into home on South Side; 2 displaced Threats in AuroraPolice in Aurora say officers are investigating reports of bomb threats at three Aurora libraries on Tuesday afternoon. Aurora police first notified the public about the threats in a tweet shared around 3 p.m. In a follow-up post, officers asked the public to avoid areas near the 100 block of South River Street, areas near the 500 block of South Eola Road, and areas near the 200 block of South Constitution Drive, while they work to evacuate and shut down roadways. Police have not offered updates regarding how the threats were placed, but say officers are on scene at all three locations.  ‘This is crazy’: Investigation underway after string ...

Aaron Rodgers' injury means the Packers won't get a first-round pick from Jets in next year's draft

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ torn left Achilles tendon is costing his former team a chance at an extra first-round pick in next year’s draft.That's because the four-time MVP’s inability to play will cost the Green Bay Packers a first-round draft pick.Part of the package the Jets used to acquire Rodgers included compensation in the 2024 draft. Under the terms of the deal, the Packers would get a 2024 first-round pick only if Rodgers played 65% of the Jets’ snaps during the 2023 season.Now that Rodgers’ season is likely over, the Packers will get a second-round pick instead. Aaron Rodgers’ first season with the Jets is over Rodgers had taken just his fourth regular-season snap for the Jets when he was brought down by Buffalo’s Leonard Floyd during New York’s 22-16 overtime victory over the Bills. An MRI on Tuesday confirmed Rodgers has a torn Achilles tendon, a person told The Associated Press while speaking on condition of anon...

DePaul, athletic director DeWayne Peevy agree to a contract extension through June 2027

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — DePaul and athletic director DeWayne Peevy have agreed to a contract extension through June 2027, the school announced Tuesday.A longtime college athletics administrator, Peevy was hired in August 2020. The extension comes after the school recently announced plans for an on-campus basketball practice facility that it hopes will lift its long struggling men's program and help its women's team remain successful. The school also plans to give other athletic facilities an extensive makeover. Tickets to see Lionel Messi face Chicago Fire FC are in demand Peevy spent 12 years prior to his arrival at DePaul in Kentucky’s athletic department, going from a role in media relations to deputy athletic director, and oversaw the Wildcats’ powerhouse basketball program. He was the SEC’s media relations director before that.

Illinois man sentenced to probation after wife recorded fight that ended with her found dead near stadium

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — A newlywed prison guard was sentenced Tuesday to probation after his wife recorded a fight that ended with her being found dead at the bottom of a parking garage near the stadium where the St. Louis Cardinals play.Bradley Jenkins, of Taylorville, of Illinois, was initially charged with third-degree felony domestic assault after 27-year-old Allissa Martin's 2019 death. Court documents say a video taken on Martin’s phone recorded Martin yelling at Jenkins to stop punching her in the face before she dropped the phone. Jenkins was a lieutenant for the Illinois Department of Corrections at the time.But after a grand jury declined to indict him, he was recharged with a lesser count of misdemeanor assault. He pleaded guilty to that charge before he was sentenced, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported.In June 2022, Martin's mother sued a bar, the parking garage operator and Jenkins for the wrongful death of her daughter. She argues that the bar overserved...

Concerns grow as Kim Jong Un meets with Vladimir Putin

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — U.S. officials are watching with concern as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The visit is shrouded in secrecy, but U.S. leaders say Russia may want North Korea to provide them with weapons for the war with Ukraine. Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia on Tuesday riding aboard a heavily-armored train. As Russia fights to gain ground in its war with Ukraine, its running low on ammunition. George Washington University National Security expert Thom Shanker says while North Korea is one of the poorest nations in the world, it's also one of the most militarized.  Life-saving Naloxone now available over the counter "Putin is looking to Kim, the North Korean leader for weapons," Shanker said. "They have a huge supply of artillery shells for any potential war with South Korea and the U.S. and one can see Kim trading those to Putin."North Korea's Kim Jong Un rolled into Russia on an armored train to see Presiden...

Why Not Petites: Challenging Modeling Industry

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

The runway is filled with lots of tall men and women but one organization is asking, "Why Not Petites"? They're challenging the modeling industry and asking agencies and brands to book more petite models. Joining us on Spotlight Chicago is founder and CEO Britney Wittes. She's been modeling since she was 10 years old and has a personal story that started her passion for petite modeling. WhyNotPetites.comInstagram: @WhyNotPetitesFacebook: Why Not PetitesSpotlight Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sisters Working It Out For Breast Cancer Awareness

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

Breast Cancer Awareness Month might be in October, but its an illness women are dealing with year round. Today's guest is dedicated to meeting women where they are- in prevention, diagnosis, and support. The CEO of Sisters Working It Out joined us on Spotlight Chicago.SistersWorkingItOut.orgInstagram: @swiochicagoFacebook: SWIO-Sisters Working It Out Spotlight Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Soaking rain looking more likely late week

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- After months without soaking rain, our weather pattern finally turns more forgiving with daily rain chances increasing later this week.We won't rule out a stray shower or storm moving into the Hill Country later tonight, but our confidence increases with rain chances tomorrow through this weekend. Spotty storms and showers will be possible tomorrow morning through evening. The entire day won't be wet but a few spurts of rain will be possible in each daypart. Be sure to keep the umbrella on standby.Now although we're fairly confident in rain falling between now and this weekend, the exact timing of these rounds will be tough. Unlike a large storm system sweeping across the area, this week's showers and storms will be determined by smaller disturbances in the overall flow interacting with a stalled cold front. One round of rain will determine the timing of the next round of rain... and so on. Increasing rain chances late weekThat being said, we're seeing good agreemen...

Police looking for truck driver involved in fatal north Austin crash over weekend

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Police said a pickup truck driver involved in a fatal motorcycle crash on Mopac over the weekend left the scene. The crash happened Saturday around 9:45 p.m. on the Mopac Expressway southbound. Police said a pickup truck crashed into a guard rail, which sent debris across the road. A motorcycle driving southbound hit the debris, leading the motorcycle to fall. APD said the motorcyclist fell onto the road, and a different pickup truck hit the motorcyclist. This truck driver left the scene without stopping. Austin-Travis County EMS said the person died at the scene. APD said the motorcyclist who died is unidentified. PREVOUS: ATCEMS: 1 dead in auto-motorcycle crash on Mopac service road An investigation is ongoing. This is Austin's 64th fatal crash this year, according to APD. As of the date of the crash last year, there were 71 fatal crashes in Austin. Police said anyone with information should contact the vehicular homicide unit at 512-974-8111. Tips can al...

Franklin Barbecue, Nixta Taqueria team up for 'burrito bonanza'

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:53 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Franklin Barbecue and Nixta Taquera are partnering up this weekend for a "burrito bonanza," the restaurants announced on social media. Austin barbecuer Franklin Barbecue said a one-night pop-up will turn the restaurant into a burrito shop with collab burritos, beers and margaritas. The event starts at 6 p.m. Sunday, and no tickets are needed. RELATED: Nixta Taqueria asking for community’s help after city permitting issues On Instagram, Nixta Taqueria said a menu is coming. This is one of several recent pop-ups the restaurant has had while its restaurant location is closed due to city permitting issues. Previous collaborations were with la barbecue and Paperboy. Nixta Taqueria also is running a food truck at 1204 Cedar Avenue, according to an Instagram post.