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Q&A with WGN meteorologist as rain, potential severe storms move into Chicago

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

CHICAGO — It's raining across the Chicago area now with a risk of severe weather through the evening. WGN meteorologist Alyssa Donovan took the time to answer your questions in a weather-centric, interactive livestream.Check out the WGN Weather app or our wgntv.com Weather Center for the latest on the forecast and longer-range outlook.Full forecast details and more at the WGN Weather Center blog Thank you for watching the livestream. See a replay of the Q&A in the video above.

Lil Durk concert cut short at United Center due to false shooting report; woman stabbed during fight

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

CHICAGO — A 20-year-old woman was stabbed and a concert was cut short at the United Center Saturday night, after false reports of a shooting.The incidents occurred during the "WGCI Summer Jam" show, where Chicago rapper Lil Durk was one of the main performers. According to the Chicago Tribune, officers responded to the United Center for a call of shots fired — and it was later determined that the reports were “non bona fide."The United Center released the following statement regarding the situation:We are working closely with authorities to investigate all incidents from last evening atthe WGCI Summer Jam show. It became apparent for all involved that ending the showearly was in everyone's best interest as the safety of our guests and employees is apriority. We are thankful that initial incident reports were false and that guests exited thefacility safely.In addition to the false shooting report, police said a 20-year-old woman was stabbed during a fight at the United Center the sa...

'Always impressive': Northwest Indiana man captures Perseid meteor shower in backyard

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. — A Northwest Indiana man captured the Perseid meteor shower in his backyard over the weekend.Patrick Thompson, a professional photographer by trade, was excited going into the day because the Perseid meteor shower was expected to put on a brighter annual show this year due to a waning crescent moon.It was good news because a bright moon and make it harder to spot the meteors.The Perseids come from comet Swift-Tuttle, a big ball of ice and rock that sheds pieces of dusty debris as it orbits around the sun. When the Earth passes by, those bits get caught in our atmosphere and burn up, creating the streaking lights."Shooting star" during Perseid, courtesy Patrick ThompsonWhile an amateur astronomer, Thompson has quite an impressive lineup of equipment for his setup Saturday night into Sunday morning. Back in February, he spoke to WGN News after capturing an amazing timelapse of C/2022 E3, more commonly known as the “green comet,” which passed by Earth for the firs...

Michael Oher, subject of 'The Blind Side,' says he wasn't adopted, report says

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

SHELBY COUNTY, TN — There is a new wrinkle to an inspiring football story that led to the making of a major motion picture concerning a former NFL offensive lineman.Per a report from Michael A. Fletcher of ESPN, Michael Oher says that he was never adopted by Sean and Lee Anne Touhy, according to a 14-page petition filed in Shelby County, Tennessee. Instead, he was part of a conservatorship, the petition alleges, which would allow the couple to make business deals in his name. Oher's adoption by the Touhy family and their helping him during his high school days in Memphis, Tennessee area was the subject of Michael Lewis' 2006 book "The Blind Side." That was made into a movie with the same name in 2009, with Sandra Bullock portraying Lee Anne Touhy and Tim McGraw playing Sean Touhy. Bullock won an Oscar for Best Actress at the 2010 Academy Awards for her role in the film.Per ESPN, the Touhy family had yet to respond to the report.A standout at Briarcrest Christian School, Oher would p...

Gloversville man convicted of murdering estranged wife

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

FONDA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Monday, Michael Darling pled guilty to first-degree manslaughter for the murder of his estranged wife, Kristine Darling. Sentencing is scheduled for October 20. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On February 7, 2019, Michael Darling called 911 to report the suicide of his estranged wife in Fort Johnson. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office found the death suspicious and investigated the case with assistance from the New York State Police.Investigations resulted in a Grand Jury indictment on May 26, 2023, charging Darling with murder. Darling reportedly went into hiding but was apprehended in Mayfield on May 27, thanks to tips from members of the public. Darling faces 5-25 years in state prison. The negotiated sentence is 17 years in state prison and five years of post-release supervision.

RuPaul's Drag Race coming to the Palace Theatre

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The queens of RuPaul's Drag Race are set to perform at the Palace Theatre in Albany for the 12th annual Night of the Living Drag Tour. The event is scheduled for October 1 at 8 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Twilight Zone-themed event features Angeria, Denali, Icesis Couture, Jaida Essence Hall, Jorgeous, Plastique, Rosé, and Tayce. The night will be hosted by Yvie Oddly as Rod Serling. RuPaul's Drag Race is a reality drag queen competition that's going into its 16th season. The show is presented by RuPaul, but they are not scheduled to make an appearance at the Palace. Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss to perform in Albany Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 18 at 10 a.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.

ARPA grant program opens second round of applications

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Applications for the second round of ARPA-funded small business grants is now open. Since launching in December 2022, the Small Business Vitality Assistance program has awarded over $200,000 to 26 Albany entrepreneurs. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Grants are administered through the Central Avenue Business Improvement District. Funds from the first round were utilized for COVID recovery costs, entrepreneur class/program tuition, and technical assistance.For the second round of grants, the Small Business Vitality Assistance program will assist in COVID recovery, entrepreneur class/program tuition, technical assistance, marketing, equipment/supplies, and small-scale façade improvements. Grants will range from $2,000-$15,000. New grant program to invest $750k in Albany businesses "We acknowledge the tenacity of Albany's entrepreneurs in navigating the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic," s...

Pittsfield police investigate crash on Merrill Road

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- The Pittsfield Police Department is continuing to investigate a motor vehicle accident that occurred on Saturday afternoon. The crash happened in the area of 635 Merrill Road. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the police, a pick-up truck traveling north collided with a 2006 Subaru Forester traveling southbound. The driver and passenger of the Forester were transported to the Berkshire Medical Center for their injuries. The passenger was then airlifted to the Albany Medical Center for life-threatening injuries.Witnesses or anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Officer Brandon Gallagher of the Pittsfield Police Department at (413) 448-9700, ext. 549.

Queensbury athletes kick off sports hall of fame

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Around the start of the year, Queensbury Union Free School District put the call out for one-time athletes, coaches, and others who can lay claim to a role in the school district's sports teams. This month, some of those names have been added to the school's new Athletics Hall of Fame. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! A previous year's sports team and 23 individual inductees became part of Queensbury school history on Friday night, at an induction ceremony hosted by the Lake George Courtyard by Mariott. The inductees include:1977 Varsity Girls Cross Country - team of distinctionBeverly Carpenter - coach, class of 1957Charles "Chuck" Connolly - coachJeffrey Cook - athlete honored posthumously, class of '74Dr. Amy Phelps Devis - athlete, class of '81John Dennett - athletic director, coachRobert "Bob" Glendening - athlete, class of '80Quentin Howe - athlete honored posthumously, class of '85Dr. John "Jac...

What's happening with the former Capital Region Pizza Huts?

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:10:10 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In June, five Pizza Huts in the Capital Region closed their doors. But what's happening with the empty buildings with recognizable roofs? Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The five Pizza Huts that closed were:Ballston Spa, 2103 Doubleday AvenueCobleskill, 109 Barnerville RoadJohnstown, Route 30A, Johnstown MallAmsterdam, 4822 Route 30Gloversville, 195 2nd AvenueIn regards to the former Johnstown Pizza Hut, 7 Brew Coffee, an Arkansas-based drive-thru coffee chain, has proposed a location at that site. The plans were reviewed at a City of Johnstown Planning Board meeting on July 5. Wilton restaurant plans to reopen, also up for sale After reaching out to the 7 Brew Coffee PR team, NEWS10 confirmed that they are coming to the Capital Region and hope to be serving guests sometime in 2023. The representatives did not specifically mention where the shop(s) will be.As for the other vacant Pizza Hut ...