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59 fallen first responders honored in Chicago

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

CHICAGO — A cross-country procession to honor fallen first responders made a stop in Chicago.The National EMS Memorial Service is making its way to Arlington, VA from California to conduct its annual honoring of fallen emergency medical service workers. They are making several stops along the way to bring awareness of the annual trek and their Tree of Life memorial. 3 dead, 14 injured in Illinois crash involving Greyhound bus and commercial vehicles Wednesday, the organization stopped in Chicago to honor the 59 first responders being added to the tree this year. The event took place at the city's Firefighter Memorial Park. None of those added this year are from Chicago.Watch the entire event in the video above.About National EMS Memorial Service The organization’s mission is to honor those in EMS from air and ground who have made the ultimate sacrifice having died in the line of duty and it is the organization congressionally sanctioned to conduct the annual service. Visit us at&n...

Secretary of State's office launches updated website

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

CHICAGO — The Illinois Secretary of State’s office announced Wednesday that they have relaunched its website.“The revamped website is more intuitive and prioritizes our most popular programs and services so customers can find the information they want and need faster and more conveniently,” Alexi Giannoulias said. “Whether it’s renewing your driver’s license, searching for information about a business or looking for a job, making these changes and adding new functionality to the website reflect our commitment to residents and understanding their needs.”In addition to a "new and consistent look," the following other enhancements have been made.Simplifying the homepage to prominently feature key services and most frequently sought information. Consolidating the process of renewing a driver’s license or ID card online by eliminating unnecessary and confusing steps. Developing a job portal allowing people to search and apply for available Secretary of State positions...

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One star Simon Pegg in studio!

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One is in theaters now. The 7th installment of the powerhouse action franchise was filmed entirely during the pandemic. Pegg joined us in studio to talk about the new movie, working with Tom Cruise and tells us whether or not there will EVER be another Shawn of the Dead movie.

Dean shares recipe for 3 different summer salads

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

WGN Entertainment Reporter Dean Richards shares his recipes for three different types of summer salads.Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter. You'll also get his Dean Cooks recipes too! BLOODY MARY TOMATO SALADINGREDIENTS:FOR THE SALAD:2 celery stalks, thinly sliced1 small red onion or shallot, thinly sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice (from ½ small lemon)¼ teaspoon granulated sugar½ teaspoon kosher salt2 pounds ripe tomatoes (any variety), cut into 1 to 2-inch pieces½ teaspoon black pepperHandful of chopped parsley FOR THE DRESSING:1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1½ to 2teaspoons hot sauce, preferably Tabasco1 clove garlic, grated½ teaspoon celery salt2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oilDIRECTIONS:Place celery and red onion in a bowl, and add lemon juice, sugar and ¼ teaspoon of salt.Toss and leave to soften for 5 to 10 minutes ...

The Bishop, a gastropub in downtown Albany, closes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Bishop, a gastropub at 90 North Pearl Street in Albany, has permanently closed. The owners made the announcement on The Bishop Facebook page on July 11. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "It's with a heavy heart that we must announce we are closing our doors today for the last time," read the post. "To our loyal customers and regulars, the time spent sharing food, drinks and laughter will always be remembered fondly."A reason for the closure was not given. The owners did not immediately respond to NEWS10's request for comment. Russell’s Deli in Ballston Spa up for sale "It’s a very sad day in downtown Albany. We love you all. Thank you for a great four years," read the post.

Deadline approaches for Warren County property taxes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This week, Warren County is putting out a reminder to homeowners who are behind on paying their property taxes. Payment of delinquent property tax bills should be sorted out with the county by this Friday, July 14, in order to avoid foreclosure. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! It's not as simple as paying everything off all at once. Those with delinquent taxes can work out a payment plan by speaking with Warren County Real Property Tax Services Director Lexie Delurey, whose office can be reached by phone at (518) 761-6466. The call must be made by 9 a.m. on July 14. County Real Property Tax Services staff have visited delinquent properties, creating a list of those to be auctioned at the county's annual property auction this fall if taxes are not paid. In the past, an annual "last chance" meeting for tax payment was held at the municipal center, but has been called off due to poor attendance. 1...

Pittsfield man pleads guilty to indecent assault and battery

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- On Monday, a Pittsfield man was sentenced after he pleaded guilty to indecent assault and battery. Dylan Greene, 22, was accused of assaulting a victim at her residence on the evening of January 24 and the early hours of January 25. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, the victim woke up to find Greene assaulting her. Greene was sentenced by the Honorable Judge Agostini to:2.5 years in the House of Corrections, 18 months direct with a balance suspended for 4 years;Probation on or after incarceration with conditions:Register as a sex offenderAttend sex offender treatmentNo direct contact with the victimStay away from the victim's home and place of employmentAssistant District Attorney Rachel Eramo represented the Commonwealth. Jane Kibby-Peirce, Director of Victim Witness Advocates, served as a victim witness advocate on behalf of the District Attorney’s Office. Law enfor...

An examination of nuclear waste problems in the St. Louis region

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

Coldwater Creek flows Friday, April 7, 2023, in Florissant, Mo. The creek was contaminated when nuclear waste from the Manhattan Project flowed into the waterway past homes, schools and businesses. St. Louis played an important role in the country’s effort to build the first nuclear weapon. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)Karen Nickel, left, and Dawn Chapman, co-founders of Just Moms STL, a group created to bring attention to nuclear contamination found in the metropolitan area, pause while sharing stories Friday, April 7, 2023, in Maryland Heights, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)Jim Gaffney sits with fellow activists while discussing nuclear contamination in and around the St. Louis area Friday, April 7, 2023, in Maryland Heights, Mo. Gaffney, now in his 60s, grew up in the 1960s playing in Coldwater Creek, that was contaminated with nuclear waste — his childhood home backed up to the waterway. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)A no trespassing sign hangs on a fence around the West Lake Landfill Superf...

Court docs: Group made plan to attack victim of Pagedale murder

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A group of people accused in a teen's murder in Pagedale last weekend reportedly formed a plan to attack the victim before escaping on a MetroLink. In recent days, The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis has arrested Kenneth Hall, 29, Darnesha Thomas-Perry and a juvenile in connection with the death of 19-year-old Jaylin Johnson. The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged both Hall and Thomas-Perry with second-degree murder and first-degree robbery. John Mozeliak reflects on Cardinals’ nightmare season, insists ‘changes have to happen’ The shooting happened around 1 a.m. on Friday, July 7, on St. Charles Rock Road at Engelholm Avenue. When police arrived, they found Johnson deceased at the scene, as well as numerous shell casings.According to court documents obtained by FOX 2, video footage showed the three accused talking together, pointing at Johnson and reportedly conversing over a plan. Per court documents the from St. Louis County Pr...

Five decomposed bodies found near western Colorado campsite in Gunnison County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:50:03 GMT

R. Scott Rappold, Special to The Denver PostTent sits by Lamphier Lake in the Fossil Ridge Wilderness of western Colorado, near where Gunnison County Sheriff investigators this week found five decomposed bodies. (Denver Post file)Five badly decomposed bodies found in dark woods near a remote campsite in western Colorado were the focus of a Gunnison County Sheriff’s investigation on Wednesday.A hiker found three of the bodies Sunday evening in the woods near the Gold Creek Campground, located in Gunnison County about 7 miles from Ohio City. Gunnison County Sheriff’s deputies went to the site and found two more bodies. All five were in an advanced state of decomposition, officials said.“It is still under investigation,” Gunnison County Sheriff’s investigator Skye Wells said Wednesday morning.No other information was available, Wells said.Related ArticlesColorado News | Brakes locked up before Pitkin County race car crash that killed James Crown...