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Shoppers searching for last-minute gifts flood stores across Chicagoland on 'Super Saturday'

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

CHICAGO — Shoppers flooded stores across Chicagoland on Saturday in an effort to snag those last-minute holiday gifts.They are among the 142 million shoppers who are expected to turn out for what the National Retail Federation calls "Super Saturday," the last Saturday before Christmas.It is a day that rivals Black Friday in consumer turnout. 38 migrants dropped off in Fox River Grove after being told they were in Chicago According to the National Retail Federation, this year's turnout is significantly higher than the last time Super Saturday fell on Dec. 23, which was back in 2017, when 126 million shoppers hit the stores.“Everybody is out in full force," said Serge Khalimsky, the Senior General Manager of Westfield Old Orchard in Skokie.Khalimsky said he advises shoppers to pack their patience if they plan on heading out on Saturday.“Get in early, don’t wait till the last minute even though it sort of already is, you know, come as early as you can, beat the midday rush," Khalimsk...

10th annual 'Breakfast with Santa' takes place in Garfield Park

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

CHICAGO — In Garfield Park, there was a reason to celebrate Saturday.For the tenth year in a row, the Jackson Action Coalition hosted its "Breakfast with Santa" event.Back in 2013 — the event's first year — only about 100 people could come, but in the ten years since, Breakfast with Santa has more than quadrupled in size."Today, we are feeding 550 people," said Marseil Jackson with the Jackson Action Coalition. "This is our biggest one yet and we're excited to bless so many people."Jackson pointed toward the smiles on the faces of the numerous children running around at the event, and the adults who come every year to make memories as reasons why Breakfast with Santa is so enjoyable. More from Sean: Setting physical and mental goals for the new year? "This is my favorite event of the year and I started this because growing up my great-grandmother used to take me to breakfast with Santa at O'Hare," Jackson said. "And when I got older, I realized those memories, I cherished them and...

Man arrested after woman's body found in car trunk in Lancaster

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

A man was arrested for murder after a woman’s body was found in the trunk of a burned vehicle in Lancaster.The suspect was identified as Matthew Switalski, 37, by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Switalski is the owner of the home where the victim, Veronica Aguilar, 27, was found, authorities said. Neighbors said the two were believed to be dating at one point.On Dec. 20, emergency crews responded to a fire burning at a home in the 41400 block of 38th Street West around 8:30 a.m.Arriving firefighters found heavy smoke and fire coming from the garage. Two charred vehicles were found inside along with Aguilar’s body in the trunk of a car, said LASD. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.Authorities responded to a garage fire in Lancaster where a woman's body was found on Dec. 20, 2023. (KNN)Emergency responders look inside the trunk of a vehicle after responding to a fire in Lancaster on Dec. 20, 2023. (KNN)Authorities responded to a garage fire in Lancaster wher...

Warriors extend win streak to five, blow out Portland Trail Blazers

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — For a second game in a row, the Warriors found a secure enough lead to pull the regulars in the fourth quarter. Coach Steve Kerr emptied the bench up 19 with four minutes remaining in the Warriors 126-106 over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night. Golden State has won five in a row and moved above .500 at 15-14.Klay Thompson’s scorching third quarter helped nullify Portland’s 11-point lead in the first quarter, fueled by the Warriors’ seven first-quarter turnovers. Thompson scored 11 straight points in a 13-point quarter, including a trio of 3-pointers, to flip that 11-point lead to a 12-point advantage by the start of the fourth quarter. He finished with a team-high 28-points shooting 11-for-16 from the field and 6-of-10 from 3.The Warriors outscored the Trail Blazers 34-16 in the third quarter, flipping the script on a tendency to squander big leads after halftime. The team’s 38 assists paints the picture for a complete effort ...

1 dead, 1 hospitalized after Oakland shooting

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

(KRON) -- One person died and another was taken to the hospital after a shooting Saturday afternoon in Oakland, the Oakland Police Department said. The shooting happened around 4:15 p.m. at an unnamed business on the 7100 block of International Boulevard. When officers arrived, they saw two victims who each had at least one gunshot wound. One victim was outside the business, and the other was inside, according to OPD. Two Antioch minors killed in fatal hit-and-run   Medical personnel attempted to save one of the victims, but that person died at the scene. The other victim was taken to the hospital and is listed in stable condition. The slain victim's identity is not being released at this time, OPD said. The department says anyone with information about this shooting is asked to contact 510-238-3821 or 510-238-7950.Businesses in the area of the shooting include Tolins Liquor Store, Mother & Child Nutrition, E14 SMOKE SHOP and Oakland Cash 4 Gold. The location of the shooting ...

What would Virginia need for a future of electric and automated aircraft?

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

Virginia Tech developers and aviation leaders are working to bring automated and electric aircraft to Virginia in the future. But before the state dives into investments, it’s waiting on a study and the federal government to determine what it would need to do to get the new industry off the ground.“Advanced air mobility has been on the minds of industry and some of the scientific minds like NASA and [the Federal Aviation Administration] for quite a while, and it’s getting to that point now where it’s becoming a reality,” said John Campbell Jr., one of the directors of the Virginia Department of Aviation.What is advanced air mobility and why are officials interested in it?Advanced air mobility is a term that refers to aircraft that are highly automated, more flexible than large commercial airplanes and usually electric. They include electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, often referred to as air taxis. The concept has grown in popularity as a new way of offering trav...

Paulo Banchero scores 34 points, Magic beat Pacers 117-110 to snap 4-game losing streak

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Paulo Banchero scored 34 points and the Orlando Magic snapped a four-game skid with a 117-110 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.Banchero shot 11 of 20 from the field and made 12 of 16 free throws. Franz Wagner added 24 points for the Magic.Tyrese Haliburton had 29 points and 14 assists for the Pacers. Myles Turner scored 24 and Buddy Hield 20.Orlando shot 53% from the field, just one percentage point better than the Pacers. The difference was at the line where the Magic made 33 of 41 attempts while the Pacers went 9 for 13.The Pacers attempted to make up the difference from 3-point range, hitting 15 shots from long distance compared to six for the Magic.The Pacers rallied from a 14-point deficit and pulled within one at 93-92 after three quarters. Orlando regained control down the stretch and finished with a 39-33 edge in rebounding.The Magic did much of their damage inside, shooting nearly 62% and building a 73-59 lead by halftime. Banchero score...

Meier scores two, Toffoli gets game winner as Devils edge Red Wings 3-2

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Timo Meier scored twice and Tyler Toffoli deflected in a go-ahead goal with 7:15 to play to lead the New Jersey Devils to a 3-2 victory over the slumping Detroit Red Wings on Saturday night.Vitek Vanecek made 22 saves and benefitted from a shot off the goalpost by Daniel Sprong on a late power play in helping the Devils end a three-game winless streak (0-2-1).Patrick Kane and Shayne Gostisbehere tallied for the Red Wings, who have lost five of six. Michael Hutchinson played well in his first start for Detroit, making 32 saves.Toffoli got his first-game winning goal as a Devil, redirecting Jesper Bratt’s shot past Hutchinson.Detroit played the final 25-plus minutes without fourth-line center Christian Fischer and defenseman Jeff Petry after they skated into each other in a collision in the Red Wings’ zone. Fischer had to be helped off the ice.Meier had tied the game 2:46 into the third period with is third goal in the last two games. His shot from the ...

Michael Porter scores 22 points, Nuggets use dominant 3rd quarter to beat Hornets 102-95

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Michael Porter Jr. scored 22 points, Nikola Jokic had 18 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists and the Denver Nuggets held the Charlotte Hornets to two field goals in the third quarter in a 102-95 victory Saturday night.Jamal Murray added 20 points and 12 rebounds for Denver, which opened the second half on a 25-1 run and outscored the Hornets 30-9 in the third quarter.Miles Bridges led Charlotte with 22 points, P.J. Washington had 20 and rookie Nick Smith Jr. made five 3-pointers for a career-high 19 points. The injury-riddled Hornets have lost seven straight.Charlotte ruled out Terry Rozier because of a knee injury before the game and lost No. 2 overall pick Brandon Miller to a sprained ankle in the second quarter when he got stepped on by Peyton Watson. Miller hobbled to the locker room and did not return..On the bright side for the Hornets, Cody Martin saw his first action since Jan. 14. Martin had only played in seven games since the start of the 2022-23 s...

Denver weather: Pinpoint Weather Alert Day on Sunday for Christmas Eve snow

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:20:04 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A Pinpoint Weather Alert Day has been issued for Sunday. Snow showers and colder temperatures will move into Denver's weather forecast leading to difficult travel conditions, especially for areas above 6,000 feet.Winter weather advisories and storm warnings will be in effect through Sunday. What owners need to know to keep their dogs healthy this winter During this time snow could make road conditions difficult to drive on, and strong wind gusts will blow around fresh snow, lowering visibility.Weather tonight: Rain to snow showers Saturday night, rain showers will start to mix with snowfall as low temperatures drop to the mid-20s. Weather tomorrow: Snow showers, chilly Sunday will start with light snow showers, aiding in keeping temperatures only reaching a high in the 30s. Know before you go: Winter driving conditions over holiday weekend There could be a few stray flurries during the Broncos game, but more noticeable will be the chilly temperatures and the br...