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Kevin Powell on Bears win, Butkus legacy and Chase Claypool to Dolphins

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

Kevin Powell joins WGN Weekend Morning News to share more on the Bears win, the late Dick Butkus' legacy and the Bears' trade of Chase Claypool to the Miami Dolphins.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.

Report: Automakers see efficiency rules costing billions in fines

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

(Green Car Reports) -- Lobbyists for the Detroit Three automakers claim a proposal for stricter federal fuel economy standards would set the automakers up for billions of dollars in fines, according to a Reuters report.The report is based on a letter from the American Automotive Policy Council, representing General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, to the U.S. Energy Department that said the size of expected penalties for not meeting the proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards “alarming.”The letter reportedly claims GM would have to pay $6.5 billion in fines, Stellantis would face $3 billion, while both Ford and the Volkswagen Group would have to pay $1 billion each.Dodge Charger Daytona ConceptIn addition to painting a dramatic picture about potential fines, the letter reportedly asks the Energy Department to reconsider its plan to revise the Petroleum Equivalency Factor (PEF) that governs how EVs are factored into emissions compliance, claiming the current plan w...

Maps: Where fall colors are peaking, and where they will soon

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — Now that we’re well into fall, you’re likely seeing the leaves on the trees around you changing — if they haven’t fallen already. Depending on where you live, that may be the case. According to new predictions, many parts of the country are already well into peak fall colors. SmokyMountains.com, a travel brand dedicated to promoting the Smoky Mountain region, produces a fall foliage map every year, showing when areas in the U.S. will near, reach, and surpass peak colors. To develop its fall foliage forecast, SmokyMountains.com uses geographical and meteorological data including temperature and precipitation data; forecasted temperature and precipitation; the types of trees known to be in the area; and user-reported information. This is the wealthiest person in your state, new Forbes report shows While it may not be completely accurate, the map does offer insight into how soon the autumn colors will peak. As of October 9, nearly every state — except those in t...

Affidavit: 1 dead, suspect arrested in north Austin homicide Saturday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — One man is dead after he was shot in north Austin early Saturday morning, according to an affidavit. A suspect is in custody in connection to the homicide. Edwin Emilson Diaz, 23, was arrested Saturday and charged with murder, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by KXAN. MAP: Where have Austin’s homicides occurred in 2023? The affidavit said Austin police officers went to 9200 N. Plaza around 1 a.m. Saturday in response to a shoot/stab call that said a man was shot. Officers saw a victim on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds, according to the affidavit. Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services took the man to the hospital in critical condition. He later died at the hospital, the affidavit stated.The affidavit identifies the victim as 26-year-old Cristian Raudales-Melendez. A witness told police they watched the shooting. According to the affidavit, they saw the victim, Diaz and others drinking in the parking lot and saw a "physical altercation" be...

$360M Mega Millions jackpot ticket sold in Texas

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — The winning Mega Millions lottery ticket for Friday, Oct. 6's $360 million jackpot was sold in San Angelo at the Stripes convenience store near Sam's Club.According to the Texas Lottery, the ticket was revealed to be the largest jackpot ever won by a Texas Lottery player.The ticket, sold at Stripes No. 5031 located at 5665 Sherwood Way, matched all six numbers drawn, including the Mega Ball. The winning numbers were as follows: 12-24-46-57-66, Mega Ball 22.Texas Lottery stated that the player chose the cash value option at the time of purchase, which was estimated at $156.9 million before taxes prior to the drawing. The winner has 180 days from the draw date to claim the prize.The Stripes location is also eligible to receive a $1 million retailer bonus for selling the jackpot ticket.“We are absolutely thrilled to have a big Mega Millions jackpot winner right here in Texas and we’re eagerly looking forward to meeting and congratulating the...

Hundreds run for Mohawk Hudson River Marathon

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Mohawk Hudson River Marathon is one of the largest in the country, and hundreds gathered to run for the full or half marathon. Jaime Puccioni of Niskayuna decided to run to help raise awareness for a cause.“This year, I’m running to raise awareness about Jaliek Rainwalker,” she said. “Two weeks ago, I did a ride for missing children, and I rode for Jaliek, and once again, I’m going to be running for Jalique.” Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Michael Newhouse decided to run the half marathon on behalf of Flags 4 Fallen in honor of Stephen LaRochelle, who passed away after a motorcycle accident over the summer.“He raced race cars in Lebanon Valley Speedway,” Newhouse said. “And at Flags 4 Fallen, we keep memories alive and honor those who have passed.”Each rider signed up to run for their own reasons, but everyone made sure they were warm enough during the first half of the run and ready for when things...

Disney makes a young St. Louis resident become famous

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A heartwarming surprise awaited a 10-year-old from St. Louis during his visit to Disney World, all thanks to his aunt and the magic of social media.In September 2019, Drew Patchin awoke with severe headaches and nausea. As the days passed, his headaches intensified, prompting a medical examination that revealed a brain tumor. Despite enduring multiple surgeries within a week at just 6½ years old, Drew showed incredible resilience throughout his battle with a brain tumor. He even underwent radiation treatment while awake, setting a record as one of the youngest patients to do so at the hospital. Routine scans over the next two years uncovered another tumor, which was successfully removed during a lengthy surgery. A recurrence occurred in February and was initially considered inoperable by several medical centers. Belleville police investigate deadly shooting, blocks away from chili cook-off “It has been hard on our whole family. We all have a lot of anxiety,” his moth...

Broncos vs. Jets: Live updates and highlights from the NFL Week 5 game

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

The Broncos (1-3) earned their first win of the year after their fourth-quarter comeback win over the Bears. Can they keep the momentum going? Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Jets at Empower Field at Mile High.Live updatesPre-game updatesScouting report (10:35 a.m.): Check out how the Broncos match up with the Jets in Ryan McFadden’s scouting report.Game predictionsParker Gabriel, beat writer: Jets 20, Broncos 19Feels like a coin flip game, but for as much progress as Denver’s offense has made through the first four games, the Jets still represent the best defense on the schedule so far. The group held Buffalo to 22 and Kansas City to 23. The interior defensive line is a force. And yes, this means Nathaniel Hackett exacts some revenge at Empower Field, where he’ll likely hear play clock countdowns and… all sorts of other stuff.Ryan McFadden, beat writer: Broncos 20, Jets 17No way Sean Payton talks all that trash about Nathaniel Hackett and the Jets ju...

Powerball ticket worth $1.3 million sold in San Francisco

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — A lottery ticket purchased at a Lower Nob Hill convenience store is now worth $1.3 million, after one lucky winner matched all five numbers drawn Saturday night — only one Powerball shy of the whopping $1.4 billion jackpot.The odds of pulling that “5/5” ticket were roughly 1 in 11.6 million, according to California lottery officials.Related ArticlesCalifornia News | Powerball jackpot climbs to an estimated $1.2 billion for Wednesday’s drawing California News | San Jose Powerball player so close to $800 million, will have to settle for $800K California News | Powerball jackpot swells to $925 million after no winner snagged the prize Wednesday night California News | Monday night’s $785 million Powerball jackpot is 9th largest lottery prize. Odds of winning are miserable California News | Letters: Oil companies | Self-driving cars | Dyslexia skills | Lottery owes | Spending here | Pride fl...

Pac-12 rewind: USC escapes, Colorado survives in riveting Week 6 as a showdown awaits

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:00 GMT

Recapping the best and worst of the Pac-12 action …Theme of the week: DramaWith only four games and no matchups involving ranked teams, the seventh Saturday of the Pac-12 season did not have the look of the most dramatic thus far, but it delivered a series of riveting affairs. Only one of the four games was decided by double digits (Oregon State over Cal), and each of the other three was in doubt with two minutes remaining. We figured it would be difficult to top Colorado’s late escape in Tempe — the Buffaloes kicked the game-winning field goal with 12 seconds left — but then USC-Arizona happened. And it was glorious mayhem.Theme of the week II: Plot twistsWho figured UCLA would hold WSU’s high-scoring offense to 10 points. Or that USC would manage just 28 points in regulation (about half its season average) against Arizona. Or that ASU quarterback Trenton Bourguet would throw for 100 yards more than Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders. Or that Arizona fre...