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Mayor Johnson to deliver first budget address Wednesday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

CHICAGO — Mayor Brandon Johnson will deliver his first budget address Wednesday. It is expected to cover everything from filling the more than nearly $540 million budget shortfall to the growing cost of the migrant crisis.The mayor has been warning for weeks this was going to be a challenging budget.Johnson came into office with progressive goals — opening mental health clinics and pouring millions into programs for the homeless, and his treatment not trauma plan.Johnson wants to do this without raising property taxes and with some federal relief dollars ending.While campaigning for mayor, Johnson proposed a number of revenue generating ideas, most included fees and taxes aimed at the wealthy.The Chicago Sun-Times reports Johnson recently hinted the elimination of 1,700 police vacancies. The nearly $540 million gap for next year, according to the Chicago Tribune report, is attributed to revenues dropping and expenditures growing by about 9% over this year's budget.The migrant crisis...

'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour' may be game-changing for movie industry

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Greg Marcus has been in the movie business for years but he never expected to be urging moviegoers to take out their phones during a film — let alone to be crafting friendship bracelets in preparation for an opening weekend.But there the chief executive and chair of the Marcus Corporation is in a promotion for his theater chain headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, stringing beads together while humming “Shake It Off.”Movie theaters are readying for an onslaught like they’ve never seen before, beginning Friday when “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” debuts. The concert film, compiled from several Swift shows at Southern California’s SoFi Stadium, is expected to launch with $100 million, or possibly more. Advance ticket sales worldwide have already surpassed $100 million.Swifties will descend. Dancing will be encouraged.“This is different,” says Marcus. “Take your phone out. Take selfies. Dance, sing, get up, have a good time. We want to crea...

Dean's Home Video: 'Frasier' is back

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

CHICAGO — One of the most popular sitcoms from the 1990s and early-to-mid 2000s is making its return nearly 20 years later.Kelsey Grammer is returning for a reboot of "Frasier" that's set to be released on Paramount+ on Thursday with a ten-episode season with the actor reprising the role of Dr. Frasier Crane. The return of that sitcom was the highlight of this week's "Dean's Home Video" on Wednesday's WGN Morning News as Dean Richards took a look at the releases on streaming services this week. He also took a look at "Goosebumps," "The Fall of the House of Usher," "Lessons in Chemistry," "The Burial," and more during the segment.You can watch this episode of "Dean's Home Video" from the October 11 morning news in the video above.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!

Granite Shoals Mayor, councilmember resign

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

GRANITE SHOALS (KXAN) — Granite Shoals Mayor Kiel Arnone and City Councilmember Kevin Flack resigned from their positions during Tuesday night's council meeting.During his resignation speech, Arnone said “our current city council has spent more time tearing good people down than leading.”His resignation comes one week after a special meeting resulted in City Manager Peggy Smith being placed on a performance plan.Smith has been under scrutiny after local leaders discovered discrepancies in her proposed budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year.Arnone had hoped to terminate the city manager's contract and hire an interim."I do not want to be associated with a city council that believes the financial mismanagement of a city is acceptable,” he told KXAN.Instead, city council voted 5-1 on October 3rd to keep Smith on board with a personal improvement plan that included frequent performance evaluations.Arnone was the sole opposing vote while council member Flack abstained.Immediately following t...

Tyler girls at center of Amber Alert found

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

TYLER, Texas (KETK) - An Amber Alert that was issued Tuesday has been discontinued. The alert was issued by the Tyler Police Department for two girls from the area. It was discontinued later Tuesday night.

Corks & Cuisine tasting event set for Saratoga's Forno Bistro

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- DZ Restaurants, which owns Forno Bistro, Chianti Ristorante, and Boca Bistro in Saratoga Springs, is hosting its annual Corks & Cuisine Wine & Food Tasting event. The event is set for October 22 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The event features a curated selection of wines, spirits, and craft beer, as well as food from DZ's three restaurants. There will also be a silent charity auction where guests can bid on items and experiences."We are excited to host our annual Corks & Cuisine event once again and are grateful for the support we have received from the community over the years," said Nancy Bambara, Vice President & COO of DZ Restaurants. "We hope everyone will join us again this year for food, wine, and fun while supporting a great cause." Muza in Troy permanently closes its doors All proceeds from the event go to The Richard Bambara Memorial Fund, w...

Muza in Troy permanently closes its doors

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In May, the owners of Muza announced that the restaurant would be temporarily closed until further notice. Now, the owners say that closure is permanent. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "We have made the difficult decision to close the Muza doors indefinitely," said owners Alicja, Jan and Agata Siemiginowski in a Facebook post. "We are incredibly thankful for all of the support the last 16 years."Muza sold European food at 1300 15th Street in Troy. When NEWS10 reached out to the owners in May, they said they would not be commenting as to why the restaurant closed. Behind Muza, The Hill Beer & Wine Garden remains open under a different owner. New bubble tea, ramen shop opens near UAlbany If you have a gift card for Muza, you can mail it to Muza Restaurant, 38 Mall Way, P.O. Box 123, West Sand Lake, NY 12196, along with your name, phone number, and self-addressed stamped envelope. It must be postmark...

15-year-old arrested in Big Lots fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 15-year-old was arrested after a fire broke out at the 751 Upper Glen Street Big Lots in Queensbury. The juvenile was charged with third-degree arson. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Sunday, around 10:05 p.m., the Warren County Sheriff's Office responded to a fire alarm at the Big Lots on Glen Street in Queensbury. Upon arrival, officers found a working fire on the loading dock of the business. Multiple fire departments, along with New York State Fire responded. The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported. UCDA: Former Ulster County executive stole $95K from not-for-profit Law enforcement says the store sustained heavy smoke and water damage inside. The total cost of repairs and the loss of product has yet to be determined. The juvenile was released to a parent, and the fire is currently under investigation.

Intersection reopens after fatal crash near Enterprise Center

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A busy intersection downtown reopens after a deadly crash near Enterprise Center.Police had 14th and Clark shutdown for about four hours. The entrance to get on 64 West was also blocked off. Everything just reopened in the last 25 minutes. Police revealed that two vehicles were involved in the crash and one person died.The crash itself happened shortly after 3:30 a.m. It appears a white box truck and a maroon sedan were the two vehicles involved in the crash. The car looks like it also smashed into a light pole.People who live in the area believe the car may have been speeding and running red lights before the crash happened, but police have not confirmed that. Monthly $500 payments coming soon for some St. Louis families It's our understanding that the person who died was in the maroon car. It's unclear if the person in the white truck has any injuries, but we saw crews working to remove someone apparently trapped inside that car around 5:30 a.m. They towed that car a...

One shot in police shooting in Castle Rock after pursuit that started in Thornton

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:02 GMT

One person has been shot in an early morning police shooting in Castle Rock, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.The shooting happened near Plum Creek Parkway and Perry Street, the Sheriff’s Office reported at 6:24 a.m. on X.Officer involved shooting that started in Thornton. Vehicle was pursed into Castle Rock. DCSO deputies were involved. 1 suspect shot, on the way to the hospital. 2nd person in custody, Deputies and officers not injured. pic.twitter.com/EX76reig1I— DC Sheriff (@dcsheriff) October 11, 2023Officers shot a person after a pursuit that began in Thornton; another person is in custody. It’s unclear who shot the suspect, but the Sheriff’s Office said several of their deputies were involved.The sheriff’s office did not say what the two people are suspected of doing.The person police shot was taken to a hospital.None of the deputies were injured.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Aurora police officer who s...