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Tuesday Forecast: Cloudy with rain likely, temps in low 40s

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

CHICAGO — Rain/snow showers Tuesday morning. Some slushy accumulations between a half inch and an inch for the northern suburbs — but elsewhere little to no accumulation. A few rain showers are possible this afternoon. High: 39. Interactive Radar: Track showers and storms here Cloudy, breezy tonight and a few possible showers/sprinkles. Low 31.Wednesday Forecast: Mix of clouds and sun in the morning and mostly cloudy in the afternoon with a slight chance of rain showers. High 42.Extended outlook looks quite mild for a couple days. High temps on Thursday get about 15 degrees above normal with highs in the mid 50s and lots of sunshine. More clouds on Friday but temps a couple degrees milder-- 57 the forecast high. Temps back into the upper 40s for Saturday with some rain likely and a chance for some light snow with highs back in the seasonal upper 30s. Full forecast details and more at the WGN Weather Center blog

Cook County Sheriff's Police offers seniors holiday scam prevention tips

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

CHICAGO — It’s the time of year to buy gifts for the ones you love, but it's also when people fall victim to online scams. That's why the Cook County Sheriff’s Police Department is sharing tips to help seniors avoid credit card fraud and online shopping scams this holiday season. Vesecky’s Bakery in Berwyn closing Tuesday after over 100 years Inside Mercy Circle near 99th and Pulaski Road on Tuesday, experts spoke about some of the best practices to prevent online scams. One tip offered to seniors was creating strong and memorable passwords. Experts also say that constantly checking devices for up-to-date security software is essential. Consumers should also limit shopping through trusted websites and sources. The warning comes as the department deals with increasing phishing emails that promote false holiday deals. They say attackers may attempt to gather personal information by sending emails requesting that their target confirm a purchase, delivery, or account information. Sta...

Austin ISD officer shot at Northeast ECHS; suspect still at large

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — An Austin Independent School District police officer was shot at Northeast Early College High School Tuesday, sources told KXAN. The high school, which is near U.S. 290, is on lockdown due to shots heard in the area, according to the school district. Austin ISD added the officer was injured during an altercation in the parking lot.Austin-Travis County EMS said in a social media post it received the call at 10:44 a.m. and "adult with non-life-threatening injury to a local trauma center. No additional patients have been, evaluated, treated or transported at this time." Sources told KXAN that the suspect is still at large. The Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas - a law enforcement union - posted on social media that the officer is a CLEAT member. CLEAT also said in the post the officer's injuries are not life-threatening. Police investigating a shooting at Northeast High School in Austin on Dec. 5, 2023. (KXAN Photo/Jala Washi...

Amber Alert discontinued for Beaumont Monday girl

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

BEAUMONT, Texas (KXAN) -- An Amber Alert for 14-year-old girl was discontinued Tuesday. The alert was issued Tuesday morning and said the girl had last been seen in Beaumont Monday evening. The updated alert said she had been found.

Panel names top pick for Minnesota state seal

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

Members of the State Emblems Resign Commission on Tuesday voted to adopt a new state seal design centered around a loon.While the new state symbol will be based on the design, the 13-member panel could still make modifications, such as dates, language, the design of a star on the seal, and the color of the loon’s eye, which in the current design is white.According to the designer’s statement on the emblems commission website, the seal “features the state bird in a pose that signifies pride and energy.”One of the finalists for the Minnesota state seal design as selected by the State Emblems Redesign Committee in St. Paul on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2022. (Courtesy of the State Emblems Redesign Commission)Waves in the water symbolize the state’s many lakes, wild rice symbolizes agriculture, and pine trees represent the state’s forests. There are 19 stars to show Minnesota is the 19th state to join the union after the original 13. A large star represents Minnesota.Above the loon is the ...

Burnsville man identified as Minneapolis homicide victim

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

The medical examiner identified on Tuesday a man killed in a Minneapolis shooting as a 34-year-old from Burnsville.Darius Renee Wilson died at East Lake Street and 12th Avenue South just after midnight on Monday. He was shot in the chest and was found by police on the sidewalk.A woman in her 40s had also been shot and was taken to Hennepin Healthcare with injuries that police said appeared non-life-threatening.Police said Monday there were several people outside and in the area when the shots were fired.No one was under arrest as of Tuesday morning, according to Minneapolis police. Investigators are working to determine who was involved and what led to the shooting.Police asked anyone with information to call CrimeStoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Authorities say Khalil Azad accidentally drowned after fleeing Robbinsdale traffic stop Crime & Public Safety | Woman killed in Sunday night rollover crash on I-35W i...

Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss coming to Albany

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss is coming to Albany. He is set to perform at The Egg on April 12 at 7:30 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The “Can’t” Tour is Sloss’ 12th solo comedy tour. He has toured around the world, has written a book, and has two Netflix specials called “DARK” and “Jigsaw.” Sloss previously performed at the Palace Theatre in Albany in October.Tickets are available starting December 6 for the artist presale. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, December 8 at 10 a.m. You can buy tickets on The Egg website.

Three pets die in Scotia house fire

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

SCOTIA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Four people were helped by volunteers from the Northeastern New York Chapter of the American Red Cross after a fire early Tuesday on Glen Avenue. Firefighters say two dogs and a cat died in the fire. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Scotia Fire Department says upon arrival, they saw smoke showing on the right side of the home. Crews made entry and found heavy smoke on two floors of the house.A family pig was safely secured in a neighbor's yard. Firefighters say the fire started in the kitchen and appears accidental. The residents were displaced due to damage by smoke and fire. Bennington man pleads guilty to drug possession The Red Cross offered financial assistance for necessities such as shelter, food, and clothing to three adults and a 16-year-old. Health services, emotional support, and comfort kits were also provided.

Pics: Chicken N Pickle to open in St. Charles next week

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

ST. CHARLES, Mo. -- We're learning more about one of the tenants anchoring a $350 million Riverpointe business, retail, and residential development. Chicken 'N Pickle is opening its first St. Louis-area facility in St. Charles on December 12. It will feature live music, giveaways, open-play pickleball, and family-friendly activities. They have released new renderings and details about the location.Located in the Riverpointe development, near the AMC Streets of St. Charles 8 Theatre, the complex covers 2.5 acres and includes 11 indoor and outdoor pickleball courts. There are bars, rooftop seating, and a game yard offering lawn games like cornhole and ping pong.The development stretches from I-70 to the Family Arena. It is estimated to bring around 4,000 jobs, and $1.5 billion of annual revenue, to St. Charles.What's on the menu? Well, a lot of chicken. That includes rotisserie dishes available in four different seasonings. There are also pork and beef sandwiches, BBQ mac and cheese, ...

Watch the 4th Republican presidential primary debate on KPLR 11

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:19:17 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Watch the fourth Republican presidential primary debate on KPLR 11 and on the NewsNation cable channel. The live event happens on December 6, 2023, from 7-9 p.m. CT. You can also stream it on www.NewsNationNow.com.Megyn Kelly moderates the event at the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. Catch the live audio broadcast on SiriusXM Triumph channel 111.Sean Compton, Nexstar's President of Networks, is thrilled, saying, "We're honored to be part of another historic election season." Michael Corn, President of News at NewsNation, emphasizes their commitment to fair and unbiased news coverage.