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WATCH LIVE | Federal grant to aid workforce equity on Illinois infrastructure projects

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

CHICAGO — The U.S. Department of Labor is scheduled to announce Wednesday an effort to increase "workforce equity" in Illinois. Crews battle fire at Chinatown Supermarket amid extreme temperatures Gov. JB Pritzker is set to join U.S. Labor Department Acting Secretary Julie Su to discuss federal and state funded infrastructure projects. They are also supposed to be joined by Illinois Department of Labor Director Jane Flanagan and Chicago Women in Trades' Board Chair Japlan Allen.WGN plans to livestream the event within this story beginning at approximately 11 a.m.

WATCH LIVE | Federal bill aims to curb plastic pollution in all U.S. waterways

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

CHICAGO — U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) has introduced a bill to keep companies from dumping plastic pellets into waterways.If passed, the Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act would require the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to prohibit the discharge of plastic pellets and other pre-production plastic into waterways from facilities and sources that make, use, package, or transport pellets, according to a press release from the senator's office. Illinois operators warn of day care crisis Durbin plans to discuss the proposal in Chicago Wednesday following a tour of the city's Museum of Science and Industry's new exhibit: The Blue Paradox. The exhibit is designed to show the effects of human plastic waste and its impact on the ecosystem.WGN plans to livestream the event within this story beginning at approximately 11:00 a.m.The aforementioned press release further states:"Plastic pellets, or nurdles, are the pre-production building blocks of nearly all plastic goods.  Du...

Jennifer Aniston: 'I’m so over cancel culture'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

(The Hill) – Actress Jennifer Aniston expressed her frustration with cancel culture this week, explaining in an interview that she’s “so over” it. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal published Tuesday, Aniston said she refuses to put people who made mistakes in the same group as disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. Weinstein, 71, is currently serving a 23-year prison sentence after he was found guilty of a criminal sexual act in a case in New York. Weinstein, who became the face of the #MeToo movement after dozens of women came forward with allegations against him, was sentenced to an additional 16 years earlier this year in a criminal trial in Los Angeles over other sexual assault charges. “I’m so over cancel culture,” Aniston told the Journal. “I probably just got canceled by saying that.""I just don’t understand what it means.… Is there no redemption? I don’t know. I don’t put everybody in the Harvey Weinstein basket," the actress added.Anis...

NFL player Caleb Farley remembers father killed in NC home explosion: 'He raised me to be a stand-up guy'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

NEWTON, N.C. (WJZY) – Tennessee Titans cornerback Caleb Farley and more than 100 people throughout North Carolina's Catawba County community gathered Tuesday evening to memorialize Farley's father, Robert Farley, who was killed in a home explosion just before midnight on Monday.“My father was a stand-up guy,” Caleb Farley told Nexstar's WJZY during the memorial. “He raised me to be a stand-up guy.” ‘Praying for Caleb’: Titans players react to NC house explosion that killed teammate’s dad The group gathered outside a place that meant the world to the Farley family: Superior Barber Styling Center. Located in Newton, North Carolina, the barbershop had been in the family since Robert Farley and his brother bought the business in 1999.“I grew up in this barbershop since I was a little kid,” Caleb Farley said, fighting through tears outside the shop. “Since I was a little kid.”Caleb Farley speaks to Nexstar's WJZY during a memorial for his father Robert Farley, who died in a home explos...

Dean's Streaming Picks: 'Ahoska' and 'Invasion" Season 2 and more

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

Dean Richards shares his picks for new streaming offers this week.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!

Fresh meat stolen from Florida restaurant 3 times in 2 weeks

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- Surveillance footage at a Florida restaurant captured what Tampa Police say is a thief stealing thousands of dollars worth of food.According to the owners of Bayshore Mediterranean Grill, the male thief stole from the restaurant twice last week and returned to steal again Monday night. Nearly $12,000 worth of meat and other food items were stolen. "He does not seem to care, he looks right at the camera, so it's been really disheartening and disappointing," said Katy Davisson, a restaurant employee. "He has to be local; he's carrying out all of this meat, and we haven't seen a car." Florida high school football coach fired, students suspended after alleged hazing video goes viral Restaurant owners say the thief has stolen their fresh meat supply, Turkish spices, beer and other side items."It's been incredibly difficult for us because we are family-owned. We're a small business," Davisson said. "It's been a bit challenging because now we have to go shopping, a...

PragerU lesson plans could be allowed in Texas schools

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Monday, PragerU announced it is now an educational vendor in Texas, according to a video posted to its website. The company said that means teachers have the options to use its lessons in classrooms.Texas is the second state, after Florida, to approve material from the conservative nonprofit to be used in schools, according to its release. The Hill reported in Florida, the videos aren't required content but "aligns to Florida's revised civics and government standards and can be used as supplemental materials." The approval did not come from Texas Education Agency or the State Board of Education, it came from the Texas Comptroller's Office, according to the TEA.In Texas, the use of PragerU content is similar. The "State Board of Education has authority under new statute to review and approve commercially available instructional material, such as those sold by PragerU. We welcome all publishers to participate in the SBOE's review and approval process," the TEA said....

Health food eatery in Latham's Newton Plaza closes its doors

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Crisp, a restaurant focusing on healthy food options, has closed its doors in Latham. The announcement was made on the Crisp Facebook page on August 11. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "It is with an unsettling mix of sadness and joy, Crisp Latham would like to announce that after almost 9 years, we will be closing effective August 21," read the post.No reason for the closure was given. The owners did not immediately respond to NEWS10's request for comment. Bubble tea, selfie spot, and more coming to Crossgates Crisp was located at 594 Loudon Road in Latham's Newton Plaza. The eatery served breakfast, salads, wraps, sandwiches, wings, and more."It is very important to let everyone know how much we appreciated your support," said the post. "You have made it our honor to serve our community as a small local business."

Watervliet's 2023 Arsenal City Run named in honor of founder

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

WATERVLIET, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Watervliet is set to hold its 41st annual Arsenal City Run on Sunday, September 17. This year, the 5K is being named in honor of Charlie Diamond who founded the event when he served as the city’s Director of Recreation. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The event includes a one-mile Fun Run at 9:30 a.m. and then the "Charlie Diamond" 5K at 10 a.m. The race starts at City Hall and runs south on Route 32 to First Street, then to Broadway, and then to the finish line near 16th Street.“Thank you for recognizing me and my affiliation with the Arsenal City Run 5K," said Diamond. "I am humbled and grateful to Mayor Patricelli, city council members, runners, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who has participated in this event. In particular, I would like to thank my longtime friend and accomplished runner, Mike Duffey, who proposed the idea of recognizing me. I greatly appreciate the acknowledgment of my con...

Anti-violence advocate pleaded not guilty in connection to Cohoes murder

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:54 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Dontie Mitchell spent years speaking out against gun violence after he was granted clemency for an armed robbery he committed at just 17 years old. He pleaded not guilty Wed. to a murder charge related to the first homicide Cohoes has seen in three years. According to police, the shooting happened on Aug. 11, Mitchell is accused of causing the death of 27-year-old Shieer Leggett, who died in a crossfire between a group of people at Main and Schuyler streets. Leggett suffered serious injuries and died at Albany Medical Center. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Mitchell pleaded not guilty to second degree murder, criminal possession of a weapon and reckless endangerment. Rebekah Sokol, his attorney, said they have no information other than the allegations relating Mitchell to this shooting. “We’re trying to get as much information as possible from the District Attorney to figure out what they’re saying so ...