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Man in custody after Illinois State Trooper shot allegedly killed ex-girlfriend in Chicago, family says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A man arrested in Springfield after authorities say he shot an Illinois State Police trooper may be linked to a deadly shooting in Chicago.ISP said the suspect, 37-year-old Cristobal Santana, was believed to be wanted in connection with a recent homicide in the city. The family of Adriana Lopez believes Santana is responsible for her death. "I still can't accept it," said Michelle Martinez, the niece of Lopez. "I'm in denial. She was a very happy soul. She always found a solution to everything. She was like a mom to me. She was my best friend."  Police fatally shoot sledgehammer-wielding man in Round Lake Beach In a phone interview with WGN News, Martinez said her aunt took pride in being a teacher. Lopez spent the last three years teaching special education at Nathan Davis Elementary School in Brighton Park.She aspired to be a principal."An amazing educator," said Nathan Davis Elementary School principal Francisco Oliva Gonzalez. "The parents and the students ...

Dusty Baker tells newspaper he is retiring as manager of the Houston Astros

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

HOUSTON (AP) — Dusty Baker has retired as manager of the Houston Astros, ending an illustrious 26-year career as a big league skipper highlighted by a World Series win last season.Baker broke the news in an interview with USA Today.“I’m very grateful and thankful to (owner) Jim Crane and the Houston Astros for giving me this opportunity, and to win a championship,’’ Baker told the newspaper. “I felt like they’ve been good for me, and I’ve been good for them.“What I really appreciate is that Jim has been totally honest and transparent with me on all things.’’ A Chicago native will play in the 2023 World Series for the Diamondbacks Baker told the newspaper that he’d like to move into an advisory role in baseball, either with the Astros or a team closer to his Northern California home.“I’ve still got a lot to offer; baseball has been my life,’’ said Baker. “I have a lifetime of knowledge, much more than those who have never played the game.’’Messages were left by the AP seeking comme...

Man pleads not guilty in crash that killed 4 California college students

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

(KTLA) — A Malibu man has pleaded not guilty to four counts of murder in connection with a high-speed crash that killed four Pepperdine University students last week. Fraser Michael Bohm, 22, also faces four counts of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence, Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón said Tuesday. Bohm was allegedly going 104 mph in a 45 mph zone on the Pacific Coast Highway on the night of Oct. 17 when he lost control and crashed into four sorority sisters who were walking along the road a few miles from campus. Bohm reportedly sideswiped at least three parked cars before crashing into the four college seniors, as well as two other people. The four women — identified as Niamh Rolston of Los Angeles; Peyton Stewart of Westwood, New Jersey; Asha Weir, who grew up in Skippack, Pennsylvania; and Deslyn Williams of Atlanta by Pepperdine University — died at the scene. The two other victims were taken to the hospital. WATCH: Deer charges through crowded W...

'Who is going to pay?': Lawmakers work toward national paid family leave policy

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

WASHINGTON (Nexstar) – On Capitol Hill, lawmakers say they're working toward a national paid family leave policy, but there's disagreement about how to accomplish that in a way that would benefit workers without negatively impacting employers.About 3/4 of workers in the U.S. have access to paid leave, but only about a third of low-wage workers receive the same benefit.“Somehow the United States is the only developed nation in the world without a national paid leave program,” Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Oregon) said.Senators from both parties say guaranteeing paid family leave would improve the entire economy because more people, especially women, would be able to work.“We've talked about it for years but never seem to do what actually needs to be done.” Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Michigan) said.But Republican Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) said the government must tread carefully.“Imposing a one-size-fits-all paid leave program could actually limit employers' ability to offer paid leave policies,” Cr...

WATCH: Deer charges through crowded Wisconsin restaurant

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

BELOIT, Wis. (AP) — People go to Noodles & Company to save a buck, not to have one interrupt their meal. But that's what happened in Beloit, Wisconsin, on Tuesday when a deer came crashing through the restaurant's window.Surveillance footage shows a deer charging into the crowded restaurant around lunchtime, prompting diners to scatter. The animal then explored the dining area and kitchen before exiting out a back door opened by an employee, Noodles & Company spokesperson Stephanie Jerome told The Associated Press.No one was harmed in the incident, and the location has since reopened after a deep clean, Jerome said. The restaurant offered a “2 Buck Mac & Cheese” special on Wednesday to commemorate the incident. Deer crashes through window at Pennsylvania middle school This certainly wasn't the first strange deer encounter. A Pennsylvania middle school class had a surprise guest Wednesday morning when a deer crashed through a window, dashed through their classroom, and ...

Thunderbird Coffee owner files rezoning request, exploring 'public house' concepts

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The owner of Thunderbird Coffee in East Austin said that he is exploring options for rezoning the location, after announcing last week the upcoming closure of the 17-year-old shop. Ryan McElroy said that the business has not seen sustainable demand since the pandemic."However, we are exploring other concepts and are hopeful to keep the laid-back feel that the coffee shop had for the past 17 years, including working with the existing building and adding parking on the adjacent lot," McElroy said.McElroy describes a "public house type of vibe" at the core of concepts for the location. He also said that the new business may include alcohol sales, which requires him to file a rezoning request with the city. The request asks for a CS-1, or commercial-liquor sales, designation. If granted, McElroy's business would be permitted to serve alcohol without also selling food. Local firm Thrower Design is working on McElroy's behalf with city filings. "Rezoning is sought to allo...

What to know when getting checked for breast cancer

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is described as a disease predominantly in women where the cells in the breast grow out of control, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Radiologic technologist Kelly Vessel works at an imaging facility in Baton Rouge. She provided a few early signs and symptoms of breast cancer to look for."When checking for early signs of breast cancer, look for new lumps or masses, swelling of the breasts, nipple or breast pain, swollen lymph nodes under the arm and near the collar bone, nipple discharge, other than milk, and skin dimpling," said Vessel. What to know before your mammogramThe American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends women ages 40 and older to consider getting a breast cancer screening, or a mammogram. A mammogram is a type of X-ray used to check for early signs of breast cancer. When preparing for a mammogram, bring previous records if possible, schedule your...

Vikings tried Tush Push with quarterback Kirk Cousins. It didn’t go so well.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

It was almost as if the Vikings asked themselves, “What would the Philadelphia Eagles do?”After rookie receiver Jordan Addison drew a pass interference penalty in the end zone, the Vikings got the ball at 1-yard line against the San Francisco 49ers with a chance to take a big lead on Monday Night Football.Everybody knows what the Eagles would have done in that situation. They would have opted for their signature play —- the Tush Push —- which has become inevitable in short-yardage situations. It has worked so well, in fact, that some people actually think it’s unfair.You wouldn’t know it by watching the Vikings try it against the 49ers. On consecutive plays near the goal line, the Vikings tried the Tush Push with quarterback Kirk Cousins. After getting stuffed at the line of scrimmage, they lined up to do it again, and got called for a false start.“It should be repeatable,” Cousins said. “You’d like to think that it could be done by any team...

State police issue nearly 100 warnings since Missouri's hands-free law took effect

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Buckle up, phone down. A new law in Missouri and now state police and families impacted by distracted drivers are challenging Missourians.Since the end of August, drivers of all ages have been prohibited from holding their phones to text, call, or scroll on social media while behind the wheel. Missouri was one of the last states in the country to enact this law. Those who lost their loved ones are just happy their voice has been heard."It's on the sign," Adrienne Siddens said. "I'm so proud of the buckle up, phone down signs that now say 'state law.' It's really powerful, and it's really exciting to be able to say we're no longer the last state waiting for this."In May 2019, Adrienne received a phone call no one wanted to get. Her husband, Randall, a father of three, was struck by a distracted driver while picking up cones after a triathlon race in Columbia."The woman driving the car that hit Randall was video chatting, speeding, and not paying attention to sto...

Heat Up St. Louis honors FOX 2 meteorologists with public safety award

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:17 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Heat Up St. Louis held its annual luncheon to honor and award four individuals for its 2023 Persons of the Year Awards and recognized six local meteorologists for their work and dedication in keeping the public safe.FOX 2’s own Chief Meteorologist Glenn Zimmerman and Meteorologist Chris Higgins were awarded the Fire Chief’s Public Safety Award.Zimmerman and Higgins received firefighter hats for their roles and dedication to the field of meteorology.“It’s wonderful to be honored with one of my colleagues, Chris Higgins. He has been one of my teammates since college,” Glenn said. “For over 30 years, we have worked together to work on our FOX 2 franchise.”Chris gave a brief thank you to the organization, adding, “God gave us a talent, and you give the talent that you have in the best way that you can. And our best way in the media and in meteorology is give our best effort to forecast and get the word out.”Heat Up-Cool Down St. Louis has helped more than 1.7 million people ...