Robin's list of singer/athlete couples you've forgotten about
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
CHICAGO — One of the biggest stories in sports has to do with something off the field - and one we saw play out in front of one of our sports anchors on Channel 9.Taylor Swift, arguably the most popular singer in the world at the moment, has been seen with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, even attending his last two games. WGN's Jarrett Payton caught the couple leaving Arrowhead Stadium after the game against the Bears on September 24.She was at Kansas City's next game on Sunday when the Chiefs defeated the Jets at Met Life Stadium. While this is exciting, it's not something new in the world of entertainment and sports - and Robin Baumgarten made people aware with that on Tuesday's WGN Morning News.She devoted her choices for "The List" to the singer/athlete couples you've forgotten about through the years. You can see the examples Robin had during the October 3 show in the video above.Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your in...It's Fat Bear Week!
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
CHICAGO — It's that time of year to celebrate the girth of one of the biggest creatures in nature before they take a long nap. That's because it's "Fat Bear Week"!It's a contest being held by the National Park Service at Katmai National Park & Preserve to see which bear is the biggest before hibernation. This is actually a good thing since bears won't be eating for the next few months while taking their long winter nap.That is just one of the things that we discussed on the "9@9" on Tuesday's WGN Morning News as the host talked about their excitement for "Fat Bear Week."We also talked about a Ryder Cup celebration, trapdoor spiders, an evil hack, an ostrich vs. emu, air hockey, and more during the segment. You can watch this edition of the "9@9" on the October 3 WGN Morning News in the video above.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.Don't put pets through airport X-ray machines, TSA says
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
CLEVELAND (WJW) — In preparation for the busy holiday season ahead, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is reminding pet owners about the proper way to get through security when traveling with an animal. It seems there have been multiple instances recently where folks have failed to remove pets from carriers and have put them through X-ray machines at security checkpoints. X-ray machines are not for animals, TSA said.The cat was discovered by a TSA officer after the checked bag was passed through an X-ray unit. (TSA)As traveling with pets can be stressful for all involved, TSA offered these helpful tips in a statement to help ease the process: All pets should be brought to a security checkpoint in a hand-held travel carrier. Remove the pet from the carrier just prior to the beginning of the screening process.Place the empty travel carrier on the checkpoint conveyor belt so it can be X-rayed.Never place a pet in the X-ray tunnel. The X-ray at the security check...Illinois State Police looking for vehicle potentially involved in ammonia incident
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
TEUTOPOLIS, Ill. (WTWO/WAWV) — Illinois State Police is asking for the public's help in finding and identifying a vehicle they say was potentially involved in the crash that caused an anhydrous ammonia leak that killed five people and injured several others.ISP linked to this video that they say shows the vehicle passing through the intersection. RELATED: Teutopolis family speaks out in aftermath of deadly crash According to police the crash occurred at 19470 East U.S. Highway 40. The crash involved a semi-truck tanker carrying anhydrous ammonia that was punctured in the crash and leaked causing the evacuation of the nearby area and five deaths.ISP said investigation led police to believe a dark colored vehicle of unknown make and model may have been involved in the incident as it headed westbound on U.S. 40. The video is from the intersection of Spring Creek Road in Montrose, Illinois and U.S. 40. Police believe the vehicle could have passed the semi-truck tanker. Multiple fata...Texas Rep. Cuellar unharmed in armed carjacking in DC
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
(The Hill) - Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) was carjacked in Washington, D.C. on Monday night, according to a staffer from his office. Cuellar was parking his car outside of his apartment in Navy Yard, D.C. when three armed individuals approached the congressman and stole his car, Cuellar's chief of staff confirmed to The Hill. Rep. Henry Cuellar (Associated Press/Eric Gay)Cuellar's chief of staff said the Texas Democrat was not harmed in the incident and authorities later recovered the car. When asked about the incident, DC Metro Police did not identify Cuellar as the victim, but said a carjacking occurred shortly after 9:30 p.m. at the intersection of New Jersey Avenue and K Street SE. Cuellar's chief of staff said the congressman is working with local law enforcement, and thanked DC police and Capitol Police for their "swift action" and recovery of his car. Cuellar is serving his 10th term in the House and represents Texas's 28th Congressional District, which includes the cities of...New updated guidelines for breast cancer screenings — here's what to know
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
AUSTIN (KXAN) — October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and according to health officials, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.This year, two new guidelines were issued in hopes of detecting breast cancer early.“Breast cancer is the most common cancer that is detected in women, it doesn't matter if you don't have risk factors for breast cancer, just being a woman is enough of a risk factor,” said breast surgeon Dr. Ingrid Lizarraga. “And we know that the survival for breast cancer is much better when it is detected early.”The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) now recommends women at average risk of developing breast cancer get a regular mammogram starting at age 40 instead of 50. READ MORE: What is the USPSTF and why do these guidelines matter? “However, I do think it's important for women to understand that your personal risk of breast cancer may require you to start screening earlier depending on your family history,” said Lizarraga.A...Garlic-filled Friday coming to Warrensburg farmers market
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
WARRENSBURG, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Something aromatic is on the wind. One of the Warrensburgh Riverfront Farmers Market's annual food-specific festivals is coming this weekend - and this one's not for vampires. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The 14th annual Garlic Festival at the Warrensburgh Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 3 to 6 p.m. this Friday, Oct. 6. The festival is a chance for visitors to pick up fresh garlic, and taste garlic-based specialty foods like jams, fudge, black garlic, pinwheels, salsa and more. If you want to pick up some garlic to take home, you can find recipes that make use of scapes, closes, and whole bulbs. A food contest will be held for those looking to prove their worth in the arena of the humble, fragrant garlic clove.In addition to the intense bite that comes from a surge of garlic flavor, the market will also include vendors selling a variety of produce, meats, dairy products, and everything el...Voorheesville eatery closing its doors after 5 years
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
VOORHEESVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Gracie's Kitchen in Voorheesville is closing after five years. Owner Grace Thompson posted a goodbye letter on the Gracie's Kitchen website. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Our last day of operations will be October 8," said Thompson. "Dear friends of Gracie’s Gang, I wish the very best for each of you and am grateful for your support. And please, shop local."In the letter, Thompson celebrated her employees and the community and reminisced on customers she had met over the years and their stories. She also mentioned the hardships Gracie's Kitchen had faced with employee shortages and the COVID-19 pandemic. Downtown Saratoga Springs coffee shop closing its doors "Since the pandemic, the restaurant industry has tackled historic inflation, a virtually empty labor pool, a volatile supply chain, and incredible disruption that has made it impossible for many restaurants to continue," said Thompson. ...Motor Oil Coffee opens in Albany's warehouse district
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Motor Oil Coffee has opened its newest location in the former Huck Finn’s Warehouse in Albany's warehouse district. The shop is located inside the apartment building, now called Slip 12, at 21 Erie Boulevard. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The new location currently features bar and countertop seating, furniture seating, coffee drinks, and baked goods. Over the next few weeks, Motor Oil will be adding more seating including outside tables, breakfast and lunch items, more books and games, better WiFi, and beer, wine, cider, mead, and spirits.Motor Oil will also be opening "MO on the GO," which is a small convenience area tailored for Slip 12 residents. The location will also be available to host events. You can email [email protected] to inquire about hosting a private event at the space. Suspect accused of kidnapping Charlotte Sena arraigned In May 2022, Redburn Development announced the former...Which former Cardinals and St. Louis natives are playing in the postseason?
Published Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:52:23 GMT
ST. LOUIS - For the first time in five years, the St. Louis Cardinals are not competing in the Major League Baseball postseason. That said, there's still plenty for St. Louis-area baseball fans to watch this October. The 2023 MLB postseason begins with the Wild Card Rounds on Tuesday. And there are quite a few former Cardinals and St. Louis natives competing for a World Series title this season. As for the former Cardinals, there's a mix of players who were with the team as recently as this season, plus some guys from the team's last World Series visit in 2013. Among this year's ex-Cardinals in postseason include: Tommy Pham (ARI)Marcell Ozuna (ATL)Jack Flaherty (BAL)Jason Heyward (LAD)Joe Kelly (LAD)Lance Lynn (LAD)Shelby Miller (LAD)Kolten Wong (LAD)Edmundo Sosa (PHI)Randy Arozarena (TB)Adolis Garcia (TEX)Jordan Montgomery (TEX)Chris Stratton (TEX)Genesis Cabrera (TOR)Jordan Hicks (TOR)There are also two former Cardinals prospects playing key roles for their teams, Zac Gallen of ...Latest news
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