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17-year-old boy shot and killed in Round Lake Beach ID'd

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. — A 17-year-old boy who was shot and killed in Round Lake Wednesday night, police said has been identified.Lake County Coroner's office identified the victim as Chad Greenwald from Fox Lake. According to police, officers were searching for a phone that dialed 911said around 8:20 p.m. Wednesday night and located a car at a gas station near the area of Cedar Lake and Rollins Road that appeared to be damaged by gunfire.Greenwald was found with gunshot wounds to the chest and he transported to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville where he was pronounced dead. Englewood woman sexually assaulted at gunpoint during home invasion Further police investigation revealed that Greenwald was a passenger in the vehicle with two others in the car. Police believe the individuals stopped to meet someone near Midland Drive and Sycamore Drive in Round Lake when they were then approached by a person on foot and shots were fired.After the incident, both the person who...

GoFundMe created for man killed in hit-and-run incident while riding scooter in Logan Square

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

CHICAGO -- A GoFundMe page was created for the man who was killed in a hit-and-run incident while riding a scooter in Logan Square Sunday. Leonardo Franco Delgado was riding a motor scooter in the Logan Square area when he was hit by a silver Honda that allegedly ran a red light. 17-year-old boy shot and killed in Round Lake Beach Police said the vehicle was last seen travelling eastbound on Fullerton Avenue at Pulaski Road.The Go-Fund-Me page was created by Jaidet Rueda, the sister of the victim. In the post, Rueda is asking for support in paying for therapy and other expenses for her sister-in-law and nephews after losing their father. There is currently no one in custody and if any information is recovered on the incident, contact 312-745-4521.

18-year-old woman dead, another critical following head-on crash in Homer Glen

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

HOMER GLEN, Ill. — An 18-year-old died late Wednesday night and a woman is in critical condition following a head-on crash in Homer Glen.Officers responded to a report of a three-vehicle crash just after 11:40 p.m. in the 17000 block of South Cedar Road. Police determined the incident began as a head-on crash then a subsequent vehicle collided into the wreck.Police believe a 2009 Nissan SUV, driven by a 42-year-old Lockport woman, was traveling southbound on Cedar Road when the vehicle crossed the center line and struck a 2004 Dodge sedan, driven by an 18-year-old Lockport woman.The 18-year-old, later identified as Abigail Thomas, was pronounced dead at the scene and the 42-year-old woman was transported to Silver Cross Hospital in critical condition. 17-year-old boy shot and killed in Round Lake Beach A 2010 Cadillac collided with the initial crash a short time after the incident and slid into a ditch. The occupants suffered minor injuries.No other information was provided at thi...

Sen. Dianne Feinstein to be remembered by dignitaries, family at Thursday's memorial service

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – A memorial service for the late U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein is to be held on the front steps of San Francisco City Hall on Thursday, in the city where she served as its first female mayor. The service is scheduled to start at 1 p.m., and several dignitaries and notable guests are slated to give remarks.Speakers at Sen. Feinstein’s memorial service include Vice President Kamala Harris as well as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. San Francisco Mayor London Breed and Eileen Mariano (Sen. Feinstein's granddaughter) are also scheduled to speak.A recorded message from President Joe Biden will also be played at Thursday's memorial.Members of the public await their turn to pay respects as the casket of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein in the Rotunda of City Hall in San Francisco, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. (Jessica Christian/San Francisco Chronicle via AP)Members of the public were invited to pay their respects on Wednesday a...

Trailer park urges residents not to talk about 13-foot cat-eating python in Oklahoma

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Management of a south Oklahoma City mobile home park urged its residents this week not to speak out about a 13-foot-long cat-eating albino python still in the neighborhood. Residents of Burntwood Mobile Home Park claim the park's management knew about the python since June and did nothing. (Photo by anonymous resident of Burntwood Mobile Home Park)"The only reason they finally did something was because a resident snapped a picture of it," said a resident wanting to remain anonymous in fear of eviction from management. He had been living in the park for 10 years. "Them sending out a warning to us to not talk to media, it's intimidation all the way."Over the last couple of months, residents say they have been concerned by the number of cats missing from the neighborhood. Then a picture of the yellow albino python slithering near one of the homes gained traction online. The snake was originally thought to be 5 feet long and a ball python. But when an expert was h...

Drier and cooler this afternoon, but warmer Friday

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A few leftover showers linger southeast of Austin into the early afternoon, but drier weather will continue to pull away as we head through the day.Central Texas rainfall totalsLive radarSkies will be mostly cloudy to partly sunny for the rest of the day as high temperatures struggle to climb through the 70s, but who is complaining?This morning's cold front and a reinforcing shot of cool air this weekend bring heat relief we haven’t seen since the month of May. Highs temperatures in the mid 70s this weekend for ACL Weekend One will be our coolest highs in the months. We haven't had highs in the 70s in Austin since May 21.Beautiful weather for ACL Weekend 1 festival-goersNighttime lows should drop into the 50s for both weekend mornings. We haven't had lows in the 50s since the beginning of May!Warmer temperatures return for next week as we head back well into the 80s. Our next opportunity for rain comes toward the middle of next week. PHOTOS: Large, damaging hail p...

SH-71 westbound reopened after hours-long closure due to deadly crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

Note: the above video shows coverage of the crash from 8:46 a.m. Thursday. AUSTIN (KXAN) — A person died after a rollover crash on State Highway 71 near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Thursday morning. The westbound lanes of the highway were closed for more than five hours due to the crash. The highway was fully reopened around 10:15 a.m.Austin-Travis County EMS said on social media at 5:07 a.m. that medics pronounced an adult patient dead on the scene. The westbound lanes of the highway near Brandt Drive were closed for several hours and impacted airport traffic. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, or AUS, said on social media that traffic exiting the airport was backed up and caused back-ups for those dropping off travelers. At one point, trams were taking people from the roadways to the terminal. "One thing that's notable too about this is that the crash impacted traffic into those morning rush hour times, as well as Thursday morning, airport time. So Thursday morning...

AUS prepares for a busy October with ACL, Formula 1

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin-Bergstrom International Airport said Wednesday it wants passengers to get ready for bigger-than-normal airport crowd sizes in October as the city hosts large events including Austin City Limits and Formula 1. According to AUS, more crowds are expected in 2023 because approximately 5% more airline seats are for sale compared to last year and the new international destinations and airlines that have popped up at the airport in 2023. AUS said passengers should plan for extra crowds on the following days:Sunday, Oct. 8; Monday, Oct. 9; and Tuesday, Oct. 10 for ACL Weekend OneSunday, Oct. 15; Monday, Oct. 16; and Tuesday, Oct. 17 for ACL Weekend TwoThursday, Oct. 26; Friday, Oct. 27; Sunday, Oct. 29; and Monday, Oct. 30; Tuesday, Oct. 31 for Formula OneThe Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screens all bags, so passengers can get familiar with the TSA's packing guidelines to avoid delays for themselves and fellow passengers.Firearms are st...

Big Game Bound: Cowboys visit 49ers in key NFC clash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS – There are two unbeaten teams and two winless teams entering Week 5 of the NFL season.One of the teams still looking for its first victory kicks off this week’s schedule as the Bears (0-4) visit the Commanders (2-2) on Thursday Night Football, while one of the teams aiming to stay perfect wraps up the weekend with the 49ers (4-0) hosting the Cowboys (3-1) on Sunday night.The prime-time battle between two of the favorites in the NFC is “Big Game Bound’s” marquee matchup this week. Kate Rooney, who’s on the Niners’ beat for KRON in San Francisco, joins host Chris Hagan to preview the game.BGB also hears from Buffalo linebacker Terrel Bernard before the Bills head to London for the league’s second international game of the year. Sean Payton weighs in with his Broncos set to host the Jets after he made disparaging remarks about his predecessor, New York offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, during the offseason.Plus, Jarret Payton gives his weekly picks. The “Son of Swe...

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: October 6-8

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 15:41:50 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From Jurassic World Live Tour to Amsterdam's WishFest to Downtown Troy Chowderfest, there are a myriad of things happening on October 6, 7, and 8. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, October 6Opening night for Castle of Terror, Armory Studios in Schenectady, various times. You can buy tickets on the Armory Studios website.Jurassic World Live Tour, MVP Arena in Albany, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.Flip Circus, Crossgates Mall, show at 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Flip Circus website.Garlic Festival, Warrensburgh Riverfront Farmers Market in Warrensburg, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.What the Constitution Means to Me, Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on theREP website.Hudson Valley Dance Festival, Historic Catskill Point, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. You can b...