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‘It’s so tragic,’ OPP stressing seatbelt, helmet safety for summer travellers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

Provincial police have a safety message as we head into the first weekend of the summer.The OPP have released some sobering statistics: 279 people were killed between 2018 and 2022 in crashes while not wearing a seatbelt, 114 boaters and paddlers died not wearing a lifejacket, 54 people were killed in off-road incidents not wearing a helmet, and 19 motorcyclists were killed not wearing a helmet.“It’s so tragic, and it’s so preventable and it’s so disheartening when we see that happening over and over again,” OPP Sgt. Kerry Schmidt told CityNews.Related:OPP release grim stats on road safety“We far too often get called to collisions and incidents and fatalities and when we complete the investigation and realize the cause of death was a simple fact of someone not wearing a seatbelt, not wearing a helmet or not wearing a lifejacket.”Off-roaders and motorcyclists have to wear a helmet by law, and being caught without a seatbelt on can also land y...

Police: Man confesses to burying boyfriend in Harvey yard; body found

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

HARVEY, Ill. — A man confessed to shooting and burying his boyfriend in a Harvey yard and the body was subsequently found, police said.At around 3:10 p.m., Harvey police detained Marquis Johnson, 26, for an outstanding warrant in Chicago.While in custody, police said Johnson confessed to shooting and burying his then-boyfriend in the yard of an abandoned residence in the 15800 block of Myrtle Avenue.At the aforementioned address, authorities recovered the body of an unidentified man.Harvey police and Illinois State Police recovered the weapon believed to be used. Police did not what charges Johnson is facing after he was taken into custody. Man critical after driver flees two-vehicle crash on Southwest Side Anyone who may have information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Harvey Police Department at 708-331-2131.

Interim Supt. Fred Waller to discuss safety plans ahead of Pride parade

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

CHICAGO -- Interim CPD Supt. Fred Waller is expected to discuss plans to tackle weekend violence ahead of the Chicago Pride Parade set to take place Sunday. As businesses and locals gear up for one of the biggest events this weekend, police are getting ready to discuss their safety plans for the upcoming Pride parade that is expected to round up about one million people, based on years in the past. Last weekend, 75 people were shot with 13 fatalities in the city of Chicago. Ahead of the following weekend, police have responded to eight people shot overnight. A 17-year-old boy suffered a graze wound to the back of the head in Gage Park around 9:22 p.m. He was transported to the hospital in serious condition. Body recovered from Lake Michigan near where woman went missing Another shooting happened near the Loyola University campus in the 1200 block of West Columbia Street around 8:09 p.m. A 24-year-old man self-transported to a hospital with a gunshot wound to the buttocks. He is ...

Best way to cut a watermelon

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

CHICAGO — Since we're in peak watermelon season, let's talk about this method of cutting up a watermelon. It's the best one. You cut off the ends of the melon. Then stand it up and cut off the rind all around.You're left with a big football of watermelon. And now, it's easy to cut into any size and shape you like.The WGN Morning News crew also discusses Carpenter core, baguettes, and banning vegans.Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. Sign up and subscribe to our WGN Morning News newsletter.

Motorcyclist dead after crashing into center median in Rogers Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

CHICAGO -- A Motorcyclist is dead after crash that took place on Sheridan Road in Rogers Park Thursday night. According to police, the crash took place around the 7700 block of North Sheridan Road around 9:15 p.m. when the motorcyclist, a 36-year-old man was found unresponsive. Interim Supt. Fred Waller to discuss plans to tackle weekend violence He was travelling south on Sheridan Road on a motorcycle before he struck the center median. He was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. There were no vehicles involved.

TxDMV systems up and running after going down, most offices remain closed

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for June 23, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) — All Texas Department of Motor Vehicles systems have come back online after going down as of 8 a.m. Friday, according to the TxDMV.All online and in-person services were affected, including county tax offices and other registration renewal locations such as grocery stores, vehicle dealerships and MyPlates.The TxDMV initially said all 16 TxDMV offices would be closed Friday, but now TxDMV Regional Service Centers will reopen at noon. TxDMV handles vehicle registrations and titles, as well as license plates. Unlike in other states, driver's licenses fall under the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Abuse, neglect, falsified records: New details about Pflugerville foster agency

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (KXAN)-- "Findings were related to neglectful supervision, sexual abuse, and physical abuse that were perpetrated by foster parents and household members with victims ranging in age from 2 years old to 16 years old." That's an excerpt from a letter of intent from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) sent to Lonestar Social Services (LSS), earlier this month. KXAN got a copy of the letter, which notified LSS that HHSC plans to revoke their permit to be a child-placing agency. The letter follows another one sent by the Texas Department of Family Protective Services in April, terminating the department's contract with LSS due to other violations, according to that letter. It also comes as the HHSC office of inspector general investigates LSS. PREVIOUS: ‘Tragic’: Foster families out of money, scrambling as state investigates Pflugerville agency HHSC's 56-page letter of intent outlined several violations, stating there were a total of 349 over the ...

How much will the Paxton impeachment cost?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Texas House members in charge of the impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton hired two of the most high-profile defense attorneys in Texas, at $500 per hour, to prosecute the case. Those attorneys’ payments could easily hit six figures and potentially go higher, according to records obtained by KXAN and a legal expert.Contracts with attorneys Dick DeGuerin and Rusty Hardin show they, and each of their attorneys working on the case, will earn $500 an hour. The contracts do not note a maximum value or tiered payment structure for different types of attorneys and employees. The attorneys’ teams will also be eligible for expense reimbursements, according to the contracts, which expire Oct. 31 unless canceled sooner.David Coale, a Dallas appellate attorney and legal expert, said the payments to Hardin, DeGuerin and their teams will escalate into the hundreds of thousands, and could potentially exceed $1 million. However, that amount of money – for top-flight lega...

Recipe: Fire up the grill – for Barbecued Mediterranean Pizza with Basil Oil and Ricotta

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

Grilling can and should be a year-round endeavor. But summer seems to be when we up the ante, becoming self-proclaimed barbecue masters seemingly overnight. We get saucy with new marinades and rubs, boost burgers by experimenting with different meats and accompaniments, and work in our farmers market finds, putting everything from berries and stone fruits to vegetables and cheese over hot coals.This vegetable-heavy pizza recipe uses a pizza pan on the grill. A pizza stone also works great, and we’ve also cooked pizzas (with pre-baked crusts) right on the grates. From “The BBQ Companion” by Oscar Smith (Smith Street, 2023; $24.95), a handy 50-recipe deck that covers everything from seafoods to sides with vegan options, too.Barbecued Mediterranean Pizza with Basil Oil and RicottaINGREDIENTSFor the basil oil:1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil1/2 c. basil leaves2 cloves garlic, thinly slicedFor the pizza:2 zucchini, cut diagonally into 1/2-in. slices1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips1 red...

Wild announce 2023-24 preseason schedule

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:42 GMT

The Wild announced their 2023-24 preseason schedule on Friday.It will consist of six games with home-and-home series against the Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars.The games will be played as follows:Sunday, Sept. 24: at Colorado Avalanche, 2 p.m. CT, at Ball ArenaTuesday, Sept. 26:  at Dallas Stars, 7 p.m. CT, at American Airlines CenterThursday, Sept. 28: vs. Colorado Avalanche, 7 p.m. CT, at Xcel Energy CenterSaturday, Sept. 30: vs. Chicago Blackhawks, 6 p.m. CT, at Xcel Energy CenterThursday, Oct. 5: at Chicago Blackhawks, 7:30 p.m. CT, at United CenterSaturday, Oct. 7: vs. Dallas Stars, 5 p.m. CT, at Xcel Energy CenterThe NHL is expected to announce the league’s 2023-24 regular-season schedule on June 27.Related ArticlesMinnesota Wild | Former Wild goaltender Niklas Backstrom named Blue Jackets goaltending coach Minnesota Wild | Golden Knights blast Panthers 9-3 in Game 5 to capture first Stanley Cup title Minnesota Wil...