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Trial date set for Highland Park parade shooting suspect

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

LAKE COUNTY, Ill. — The trial date has been set for the man charged in the deadly Highland Park parade shooting.The trial date for Robert Crimo III has been set for Dec.11. Crimo III, the man who prosecutors say opened fire on crowds of people watching the Highland Park Fourth of July parade in 2022, is facing more than 100 charges, including dozens of first-degree murder and attempted murder charges. Illinois judge refuses to dismiss case against father of Highland Park parade shooting suspect Seven people were killed, dozens were hurt and countless others were traumatized in the shooting.Crimo III pleaded not guilty and is currently being held without bond.The 22-year-old may also appear in another Lake County case prosecutors have brought against his father. Father charged with helping suspect in Highland Park shooting obtain gun license to ask judge to toss case In August, a judge refused to dismiss the reckless conduct case against Robert Crimo Jr. A trial date was set for ...

A groom dresses up like Mike Ditka for his wedding - just like his bachelor party

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

CHICAGO — After earning some fame from his Bears-themed bachelor party in 2022, a Chicago-area resident repeated the theme on his wedding day. Lincoln Park resident Jake Mazanke was married on Saturday, and like he famously did last November, donned a Mike Ditka outfit for part of the reception. (Courtesy: Jake Manzake)He along with his groomsmen took some time to put on the sweaters with the "Bears" across the chest while also wearing sunglasses. Both were signatures of Ditka's gameday outfit when he was head coach of the Bears from 1982-1992, including the Super Bowl XX win over the Patriots in January 1986. Their time in the Ditka gear included the groomsmen taking part in a choreographed dance to "Bear Down, Chicago Bears." It came just a day before the team opened up their 2023 season against the Packers at Soldier Field, which didn't go as well as the dance as the team lost to the Packers 38-20.(Courtesy: Jake Mazanke)This comes after Mazanke wor...

Midday Fix: Dean Richards chats with the stars of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

Mitchell FainAnish JethmalaniJoey SlotnickCheck Out:THE LEHMAN TRILOGYBroadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place175 E. Chestnut, ChicagoSeptember 19-Octber 29Homehttps://timelinetheatre.com/http://www.BroadwayInChicago.com

Not enough evidence to charge BTK serial killer in Oklahoma cold case, district attorney says

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) -- An Oklahoma district attorney said Monday there was insufficient information to pursue charges against the serial killer known as BTK in an Osage County cold case.Last month, Osage County authorities said Dennis Rader, the Kansas man convicted of being the BTK serial killer in Wichita, was “a prime suspect" in some unsolved missing persons cases, including that of Cynthia Dawn Kinney, of Pawhuska, Oklahoma.Last week, the Osage County, Oklahoma, undersheriff said they have at least four “pretty strong connections” to cold case investigations linked to Rader that they feel could go to trial.On Monday, District Attorney Mike Fisher said he was not at a point where he could press charges against Rader. Still searching: Parents of Cynthia Dawn Kinney speak out "As of this date, the information that has been shared is insufficient to file criminal charges against Dennis Rader," he said in a press conference. "Given the interest that this information has...

Paintball Explosion: Daytime vs Spotlight

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

Spotlight Chicago is kicking off today at 3 p.m. with Ji Suk Yi and Sarah Jindra. They will be checking out all the cool things to see and do across Chicago and beyond. Now that Daytime Chicago and Spotlight Chicago teams are all work shoulder to shoulder and are one big happy family, we thought a little playful competition would be good for team building. T.J. and Romero from Paintball Explosion put the four hosts through the paces. Daytime Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

RESULTS: This is the best KXAN viewer photo of August 2023, as voted by you

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows the latest from the KXAN First Warning Weather team.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Here at KXAN, we get hundreds of photos sent to us each month by viewers just like you.We want to showcase some of the best pictures we receive, so we narrowed them down to our 10 favorites for the month.The winning photo will move on to represent August in the Best Viewer Photos of the Year competition once 2023 is said and done.#10. Burn Scar (1.0% of votes)Cedar Park, Aug. 10. Courtesy Joseph Talafous.Charred trees in the aftermath of the Parmer Lane Fire in Cedar Park, as seen on Aug. 10, 2023. (Courtesy Joseph Talafous)#9. Distant Shower (2.2% of votes)Mansfield Dam Park, Aug. 1. Courtesy Sara Parhizkar.A rain shower is seen in the distance from Mansfield Dam Park, on Lake Travis, on Aug. 1, 2023. (Courtesy Sara Parhizkar)#8. Amazing Rays (2.8% of votes)Walburg, Aug. 9. Courtesy Margie Reed.Anticrepuscular rays seen in Walburg on Aug. 9, 2023. (Courtesy Margie Reed)#6 (tie)....

Sam's Chinese in Burnt Hills closes, Mexican restaurant moving in

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

BURNT HILLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Sam's Chinese Restaurant, located at 824 Route 50 in Burnt Hills, has closed. The owners announced in a Facebook post on September 1 that they are retiring. Get the latest news, weather, and sports delivered right to your inbox! "It has been a pleasure serving our community and we appreciate every single customer for making our dreams come true," said owners Sam and Ling.After 26 years, the restaurant permanently closed after service on Monday, September 4. Sam's Chinese opened in Burnt Hills in the summer of 1997. New ramen, bubble tea restaurant opens in Latham "We will cherish the great memories and friends we’ve made along the way," said the owners. "We can’t thank you enough for the love and support you’ve shown our family throughout the years."Outside the restaurant, the sign now reads "Coming soon, El Patron II." NEWS10 reached out to El Patron Mexican Grill & Cantina in Albany and confirmed that they are expanding to Burnt Hills and open...

Welcome autumn at Westerlo's Annual Fall Festival

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

WESTERLO, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Town of Westerlo is ushering in the autumn season with its third annual fall festival on September 16. The family-friendly celebration will be held at the Westerlo Town Park from 3 to 7 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, and sports delivered right to your inbox! There will be free activities for kids, including games, face painting, and pumpkins. Families are also encouraged to sign their children up for the scarecrow contest. Judging will commence at 5 p.m., and a prize will be awarded! The Town of Westerlo is also seeking baking enthusiasts to partake in the fall pie contest. Similar to the scarecrow contest, judging will take place at the festival. There will be a prize awarded. Contact the Town Clerk's office to sign up for either contest. There will also be vendors, food, and music at the festival.

Troy Music Hall to host multi-genre Kaleidescape concert

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall announced they will be hosting Kaleidescape, a special concert featuring seven different acts from a range of genres. The show is scheduled for October 14. Get the latest news, weather, and sports delivered right to your inbox! Curated by local non-profit Organ Colossal, the concert will feature performances by Buggy Jive, Sara Ayers, Ohzhe, Zan and the Winter Folk, Sam Torres, The E-Block and composer Patrick Burke. The venue says attendees will be taken on a sonic journey, with each group presenting brand-new material commissioned for the event, inspired by the Music Hall itself.  The show will also host special guests Julia Alsarraf, Jessica Bowen, Girl Blue, Nicholas Tariello, Angelina Valente, Sophia Subbayya Vastek, Connor Armbruster and Jimi W. The concert is set to begin at 6 p.m. Castle of Terror coming to Schenectady Armory The Troy Music Hall is located at 30 Second Street. You can buy Kaleidescape ticke...

Rod Wave to perform at MVP Arena

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:12:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Rapper Rod Wave will be performing at the MVP Arena on Tuesday, November 7, as part of his "Nostalgia Tour." Tickets for the tour are available online now. Get the latest news, weather, and sports delivered right to your inbox! In 2022, Rod Wave released "Beautiful Mind," earning him his second Billboard number-one album. He's known for songs such as "Street Runner," "Green Light," Rags2Riches 2," and "Letter From Houston."Rod Wave averages 7.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Supporting acts Ari Lennox, Toosii, G Herbo, and Eelmatic will make appearances on the tour along the way.