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Atlantic City Boardwalk fire damages entrance to casino, but Resorts remains open

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., (AP) — A fire broke out under the wooden Atlantic City Boardwalk on Wednesday right in front of the entrance to Resorts casino, melting part of its facade and burning the doors. But no one was injured and the facility was able to remain open, authorities said. Two restaurants near the fire were temporarily closed and hoped to reopen later Wednesday, Fire Chief Scott Evans and Resorts President Mark Giannantonio said.The fire burst through the boardwalk’s slats at around 4 p.m. and was driven by strong winds, Evans said. Black smoke boiled into the air as orange flames leapt beneath the Resorts sign. The casino was accessible through a secondary Boardwalk entrance as well as side entrances near parking areas, Giannantonio said. Aris Matos and his wife Michelle of Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania, were having dinner at a restaurant in the casino when he looked outside and saw clouds of smoke.“We ate some more and then I saw the smoke was getting thicker and thicker,...

Karl Tremblay, singer with Quebec’s Les Cowboys Fringants, dies from cancer at 47

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

MONTREAL — Karl Tremblay, the lead singer with one of Quebec’s most beloved bands, has died at the age of 47. His group, Les Cowboys Fringants, shared the news of his death in a social media post this afternoon. Tremblay announced in July 2022 that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer.He continued to perform with the folk-rock band while undergoing chemotherapy, including a historic performance before 90,000 people at the Festival d’été in Quebec City in July.The band later postponed all of its performances scheduled for this fall.Les Cowboys Fringants wrote on social media that Tremblay was a role model and an “exemplary warrior” in the face of illness.This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 15, 2023.The Canadian Press<!– Photo: 20231115171132-655547b0508fe9e08414e6e5jpeg.jpg, Caption: Quebec singer Karl Tremblay has died at the age of 47. His band, Les Cowboys Fringants, shared the news of his death in a social media post t...

Sen. Joe Manchin says Donald Trump would destroy US democracy if he wins second term as president

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, days removed from announcing he won’t seek reelection, said Wednesday that if the nation’s voters give former President Donald Trump another term in the White House, “he will destroy democracy in America.”Manchin, whose home state voters overwhelmingly backed Trump in the last two presidential elections, made the comment on a press call with West Virginia-based reporters amid speculation that Manchin himself might be weighing a third-party run for president.The moderate West Virginia Democrat said Wednesday that he would never want to be a “spoiler” who contributed to getting any other candidate elected. But he said he would do what he had to in order to save the country.“If they said, ‘You’re the only person to do it,’ I’ll do whatever I can to save this nation,” he said.Manchin had harsh words for how the two-party system is currently functioning.“These parties have taken over to where they weaponized us ag...

What the jury didn’t hear at the trial of the man accused in the London, Ont., attack

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

From alternate attack targets and extreme views on many populations to a near-resignation from a defence lawyer, there was plenty jurors at the trial of Nathaniel Veltman were barred from hearing as they considered the case of the man accused of killing four members of a Muslim family in what prosecutors have alleged was an act of terrorism. As the jury now weighs the fate of the 22-year-old – who has pleaded not guilty to four counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder – here is some of what they did not know.Veltman considered attacking abortion clinics and a women’s hospital in TorontoAfter Veltman took to the witness stand to testify in his own defence, the Crown suggested – when the jury was not present – that it might bring evidence related to a trip the accused took to Toronto a day before the attack in London, Ont. That evidence would include a screenshot from his phone of a map with directions to the Women’s College Hospital in Toronto. Pros...

New protests in Greece over Roma youth’s fatal shooting by police following car chase

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — New protests broke out Wednesday in Athens and Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-largest city, over the fatal shooting of a Roma youth during a weekend altercation with police following a car chase.A main highway in the Greek capital was briefly closed to traffic after Roma youths lit fires and threw stones at police. Similar violence broke out in a Roma-majority area on the outskirts of Athens. In Thessaloniki, youths clashed with police after a protest march organized by far-left groups.No arrests or injuries were reported. Similar protests broke out over previous days.A police officer has been charged with the intentional homicide of the 17-year-old Roma boy late Saturday. Police said the shooting occurred after a lengthy, high-speed car chase when a vehicle with four Roma youths refused to stop for a police check and sped away. When the car finally came to a stop near Thebes, northwest of Athens, the 17-year-old driver was fatally shot under unclear circumstanc...

'I feel good': Justin Fields says he's ready to go against Detroit Lions

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Justin Fields took to the podium after practice Wednesday to answer questions ahead of the Chicago Bears' matchup against the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions this weekend."It feels pretty good," Fields said about his throwing grip. "It feels good to throw, arm feels fresh, I feel good. Taped it up today at practice, we'll see how its feeling on Sunday and whether I need tape or not."Fields was a full participant at practice Wednesday and could be seen throwing the football with tape around the thumb on his throwing hand. Bears head coach Matt Eberflus also said he will start Sunday in Detroit against the Lions.Justin Fields a FULL participant in practice Wednesday. Set to start Sunday in Detroit. #Bears pic.twitter.com/AuMQazb1BJ— Kaitlin Sharkey (@KRoseSharkey) November 15, 2023Fields also said he tried testing his grip with a glove on, but wasn't comfortable in that situation, so he decided to go no glove with tape during practice. "I'm really excited to ...

Big drop in temps on the way with eventful weather week for Thanksgiving

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

Another gorgeous day with temps which soared into the mid 60s across the area amid gusty SSW winds.It marked the 4th consecutive day Chicagoans enjoyed 100% of their possible sun.  A four day 100% sunny streak last occurred at this time of year 22 years ago in 2001.  To date for the opening 15 days of November 2023, the area has received an average of 71% of its possible sun----158% (i.e. more than one and a half times) the normal amount of sun for the period.ANOTHER WARM DAY is on the way Thursday—from all indications the WARMEST DAY of the current mild spell and quite possibly the  2nd warmest OR WARMEST day of November 2023 to date with a high reaching 68 amid powerful SSW winds ahead of an incoming cold front---winds which are to gust to 35 mph at times.Clouds will be increasing Thursday—but rains with the incoming front are to hold off until after dark.  Those showers may linger into early Friday—but gusty NW winds are to clear skies with high temp...

Eddie V's on Rush set to close early next year

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

CHICAGO — An upscale restaurant in downtown Chicago will close for good after the holidays. Eddie V's Prime Seafood on Rush Street informed its staff on Monday about the decision, saying that the reason behind the impending closure was based on "business conditions in the area, and is not a reflection of the hard work and contributions you made every day to provide an exceptional dining experience for our guests." Located at 521 N. Rush St, the restaurant opened in 2014 as part of a chain with locations in several states.  Metropolitan Brewing in Avondale closing in December Darden Restaurants owns the popular eatery, in addition to Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, Capital Grille and several casual chains, including Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse. A spokesperson for Darden Restaurants told WGN News that Eddie V's employees will have the opportunity to join other restaurants within the company.Eddie V's last day of business will be January 14.

Gen Z losing more money to scams than other age groups, data shows

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Young adults are losing more money to scams than any other age group, according to new data from the Better Business Bureau.Years of data from the BBB and the Federal Trade Commission have shown older adults are prime targets for grifters and in a way, they still are. The latest BBB research shows that while seniors fall for scams more often, Gen Z victims are losing more money."It's somewhat surprising because we've all been, you know, accustomed to hearing that seniors are the biggest targets of scams," said Judy Dollison, the BBB president of central Ohio. "But if you think about it, there's so much happening online. And we're seeing the younger generation really becoming victims of online scams." Zelle banks are reimbursing victims of imposter scams According to the BBB's most recent Scam Tracker Risk Report, the median loss for scam victims aged 18-24 is $220. For victims 65 and older, the median loss is $199.The median loss for victims of all ages is ...

Parents sue after Volkswagen tracking firm refused to find stolen SUV with kidnapped boy

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:32:01 GMT

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. (WGN) — The parents of a toddler who was kidnapped during a carjacking earlier this year are suing the automaker.The incident happened in Libertyville, Illinois, in February when Taylor Shepherd, who was pregnant at the time, was returning home.Shepherd explained to Nexstar's WGN that as she went to retrieve her 2-year-old son from the car, an assailant pulled up behind her 2021 Volkswagen Atlas, assaulted her, and knocked her to the ground. According to the lawsuit, the assailant then stole the Volkswagen Atlas, with the 2-year-old boy inside, and fled — running Shepherd over and causing serious injuries to her pelvis and extremities. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Men steal car from Libertyville driveway with 2-year-old boy inside, run over pregnant mother Shepherd was still able to call 911, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office said earlier this year.Attorneys for the family claim Volkswagen refused to assist authorities in tracking the car until payment of t...