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As Maui rescue continues, families and faith leaders cling to hope but tackle reality of loss

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

For scores of families in Hawaii still hoping to reunite with loved ones, it was not yet time to give up — even as the staggering death toll continued to grow, and even as authorities predicted that more remains would be found within the ashes left behind by a wildfire that gutted the once-bustling town of Lahaina.But many others are already confronting a painful reality. Their loved ones did not make it out alive.Kika Perez Grant wasn’t sure what would become of the remains of her uncle, Franklin Trejos, who was found in a charred car, his body shielding a friend’s dog.“We knew he was happiest out there, and so we’re allowing his best friends, who he’s been with for over 30 years out there, do whatever they think he would be happy with,” said Grant, who lives with her mother and family in Maryland.Specific plans have yet to be decided, she said, partly because it was unclear who had possession of his remains.Thus far, the remains of more than 90 people have been pulled ...

Man hospitalized after attempted carjacking, shooting in Loop

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

CHICAGO — An attempted carjacking and shooting in the Loop left a man hospitalized early Sunday morning, according to Chicago Police.Officers say a 44-year-old man was held at gunpoint by a group of men who attempted to steal his car in the 100 block of West Van Buren Street at around 4 a.m. Rideshare driver, CCL holder, fires shots at robbers on West Side Police say the man exchanged gunfire with the group and sustained a gunshot wound to his right leg. The group then fled the scene in a black Dodge SUV following the shooting. 5-year-old pedestrian hospitalized after Irving Park car crash, driver in custody The victim sustained critical injuries and was taken to the hospital, police say.Area Three detectives are investigating, and authorities have not offered a description of the individuals involved.

Bulls star, community leader team up for violence prevention basketball league

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

CHICAGO — Hundreds of young people in Chicago spent the summer learning skills on and off the court.They played in a basketball league powered by former Bulls star Joakim Noah and more than two dozen anti-violence groups. ‘A week of blessing:’ Kids battling cancer set health challenges aside at Illinois camp "I was part of the problem. Now I'm part of the solution and I think it's important to let people know that you can change," Cobe Williams, a co-founder of the One City Basketball League, said. "You can do the right thing."After seeing Williams work on the frontlines of Chicago's fight against violence captured in the acclaimed documentary "The Interrupters," Noah reached out to see how he could help young people in the city."One thing I respect about Joakim, he did a lot of listening, asked them, 'What do y'all want to do?'" Williams said.Now, 12 years later, the two continue to collaborate.They brought together 300 young people and nearly 30 anti-violence organizations for t...

Driver dead after four-vehicle rollover crash on I-290: ISP

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

COOK COUNTY, Ill. -- A person is dead after a four-vehicle accident that ended in a rollover crash on I-290 early Sunday morning. According to police, a vehicle was traveling near 290 west at Homan Avenue in lane one when it switched to lane two, side-swiping another vehicle. The vehicle in the first lane lost control and skidded across the roadway into lane 4. A third vehicle struck the passenger side of the first vehicle and the first vehicle continued onto the right shoulder and struck the rear of a fourth vehicle that was parked on the side. The first vehicle rolled over the top of the fourth vehicle. Elderly woman dead after semi crash in Volo: Police The driver and two passengers in the first vehicle were transported to a hospital with injures. The drivers of the second and third vehicles refused medical attention and the fourth driver was pronounced dead on the scene. Police are continuing investigation on the incident and there is no further information provided.

Jet aborts landing in close call at San Diego Airport: FAA

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

SAN DIEGO (KSWB) -- A Cessna Citation business jet was instructed to discontinue landing at the San Diego International Airport Friday to avoid a Southwest plane that was still on the runway.The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said officials are investigating a "go-around" that occurred shortly before noon Friday. The term "go-around" refers to flight procedure in which an arriving aircraft aborts its landing and returns to the landing queue. Officials say these instances are initiated if a pilot or air traffic controller is not completely satisfied that the requirements for a safe landing are in place.According to the FAA, preliminary review of the event showed that an air traffic controller instructed the pilot of a Cessna Citation business jet to discontinue landing because a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 was still on the runway awaiting clearance to depart.In the following statement, the FAA explained the situation further:"The controller had previously cleared the Citatio...

Drive-up Starbucks coming to Target locations nationwide

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) -- The next time you're craving coffee while running errands, you may not even need to get out of the car. At more than 1,700 Target locations across the U.S., individuals will have the opportunity to add a Starbucks purchase to their Target Drive Up order. According to the release, fans of Starbucks will be able to start adding their order to Drive Up by October. ‘Nugget Ice’: Starbucks ice cubes could soon be changing Drive Up is a contactless pick-up service offered by Target, which allows customers to order in the mobile app. When the customer's order is ready, they can let the store know they're on their way and pull into a designated curbside parking spot when they arrive.The customer can then click "I'm Here" in the Target app, letting the store know they have pulled into the curbside pickup spot.By early October, Target says customers will be able to add a Starbucks drink or food item to their Drive Up orders.Both the Drive Up and Starbucks order will b...

Business People: Operatic tenor Darius Gillard to lead impact initiative at Minnesota Opera

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

OF NOTEDarius GillardMinnesota Opera, Minneapolis, announced the appointment of Darius Gillard as vice-president, impact. Gillard is a trained operatic tenor and previously was resident opera administrator with Pittsburgh Opera.FEDERAL RESERVEFederal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis announced the hire of Hue Nguyen as an assistant vice president of policy, and the promotion of Libby Starling to senior community development adviser. Both work in Community Development and Engagement, which is also home to the Center for Indian Country Development.FINANCIAL SERVICESSecurian Financial, St. Paul, announced the following executive appointments: Pete Berlute, senior vice president to lead its Affinity Solutions Division; Wen Nannen, vice president and chief investment officer, executive vice president and chief investment officer for Securian Asset Management, and Mike Dominowski as head of sustainability, a new position.FOODHormel Foods, an Austin, Minn.-based global branded foods company, ann...

Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre faces confusion over face paint policy during Ghost concert

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS – On August 11, at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre in St. Louis, while Ghost was preparing to perform on Friday night, fans were halted at the venue's entrance and asked to remove any face paint.Since then, the Amphitheatre has issued an apology for the confusion and clarified that it was not the band that requested the removal of face paint.LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 15: Papa Emeritus III and the Nameless Ghouls of the band Ghost pose in the press room at the The 58th GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on February 15, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)Two days prior to the concert, the venue released a statement indicating that the use of face paint or mask coverings was prohibited. Despite this public announcement of the face paint policy, a significant number of fans from both bands arrived at the concert venue only to realize that they were in violation of the policy.As a result, they were either denied entry or instructed by venue sta...

The 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Veloce AWD Hybrid SUV

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

What is a Tonale? A Tonale is a compact SUV built in Pomigliano, Italy, and is sold worldwide by Alfa Romeo. The Tonale is the first PHEV hybrid powered Alfa Romeo and is the first new model from the Italian brand in six years. The Tonale is named after the famous windy, extremely narrow, Tonale mountain pass road in Northern Italy.Why are Alfa Romeo’s so special? There are a lot of things that make the Alfa Romeo brand special. The company builds unique vehicles, with exceptional designs and great performance, in segments where standing out is becoming more and more difficult. The Tonale Veloce hybrid SUV is a perfect example of just how impressive Alfa Romeo is.Every 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale comes with a PHEV plug-in hybrid electric vehicle power train. It combines a 1.3L liter turbocharged 4 cylinder gas engine under the hood with a 90 kW electric motor mounted on the rear axle. Total power output measures 285 hp and 347 lb-ft of torque, which is sent through a 6 speed automa...

21-acre grass fire breaks out in Livermore

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:57:25 GMT

(KRON) -- A grass fire broke out late Saturday night in Livermore, the Alameda County Fire Department tweeted. Around 10:30 p.m., crews responded to a blaze on the 6300 block of Collier Canyon Road. VIDEO: Cruise cars halt traffic in SF, cite ‘connectivity issues’ linked to Outside Lands festival The fire was initially reported to be 15 acres. Officials said forward progress on the fire was stopped before midnight. The fire spread as much as 21 acres before it was contained. No injuries were reported, according to the Alameda County Fire Department. The location of the fire was miles north of Livermore's downtown area where many businesses and residents are. Images and video from the fire can be viewed in the media player above.