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Person in custody after shooting outside strip club in South Loop

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

CHICAGO — A person is in custody after a shooting outside a strip club in the city's South Loop, according to Chicago police.The shooting happened around 4:12 a.m. Thursday outside Deja Vu Showgirls on the 700 block of South Clinton.According to police, a 30-year-old man was escorting another man out of the business when a black Tesla approached them. A male offender fired shots from inside the vehicle and continued driving southbound.The 30-year-old man was shot in the right knee and transported to Stroger Hospital in good condition. Charges filed against 2 accused of killing woman during attempted robbery in Worth Police have confirmed a person is in custody and charges are pending.

In-N-Out Burger expanding into yet another state

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

(KTLA) – In-N-Out Burger is continuing to expand, with new locations planned for a Southwest state.The Southern California-based fast food chain, which recently celebrated its 75th anniversary, announced this week that it plans to open multiple locations in New Mexico by 2027.“We're excited to share that we will be fully in the Four Corners," In-N-Out’s president and owner Lynsi Snyder shared on Instagram and Facebook. “We can’t wait to have smiling associates serving customers quality burgers, fries and shakes in such a unique, beautiful state.” The not-so-secret meaning behind In-N-Out’s palm trees In-N-Out already has locations in Arizona, Utah and Colorado, leaving New Mexico as the only remaining Four Corners state without one.The new restaurants will be in Albuquerque, but there are plans for other New Mexico locations “in the years beyond,” the company said. They will be served by a distribution hub in Colorado Springs.“I’m excited, said Marisa Ricci, an Albuquerque residen...

DPS asks for help, new details in 2001 Mason County cold case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) asked for help regarding a 2001 cold case.DPS said the case was a Mason County Texas Ranger Cold Case investigation that involved the death of James “Jimmy” Schuessler.Officials said on Oct. 14, 2001, Schuessler was found dead at his residence in Mason County.Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1 (800) 252-TIPS. Officials said a $3,000 cash reward was also available.More information on the case can be found here.

Which roads will be closed for Texas Book Festival, Veterans Day Parade?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Tens of thousands will flock to downtown Austin this weekend, with the Texas Book Festival running Saturday and Sunday and the city's annual Veterans Day Parade planned for Saturday morning.Here's a look at some of full and partial road closures planned throughout downtown this weekend.Veterans Day Parade The 2023 Veterans Day Parade is slated to begin at 9 a.m. in downtown Austin, running through 11:30 a.m. Due to the procession, Congress Avenue will be closed from West Riverside Drive to Cesar Chavez Street from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The parade route begins at Trinity and East 11th Streets as well as San Jacinto Boulevard and East 10th Street. It will then proceed along East 11th Street to Congress Avenue, heading south to West Cesar Chavez Street. Second, Third, Fourth, Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Streets between Colorado and Brazos Streets will serve as local access only from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Fifth Street will remain open between Colorado and Braz...

Author of “Farmwives” book series attends Women in Farming conference as keynote

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

By Erika MathieuSunny South NewsA conference hosted by FCSS at Readymade Hall in Lethbridge County last month was geared exclusively toward highlighting the contributions of women in farming.The conference included a catered lunch and provided attendees with the opportunity to connect with other women in agriculture and delve into some of the challenges and triumphs of living and working on a farm.The event included a keynote address from Alberta-based storyteller Billi J. Miller, and her work interviewing dozens of women in farming to capture the multi-faceted experiences of women in farming.Organized by the Farm Family Outreach team, a support team under the Barons-Eureka-Warner Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), the Farm Family Outreach teams aims to connect members of the farming community with resources in rural southern Alberta, and help families navigate the unique challenges often experienced by farm families.Miller has interviewed dozens of farm women for her boo...

LUB review focus for county P&D

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

By Nikki JamiesonSunny South NewsLand Use bylaws and an update and review was an area of focus for the county’s Planning and Development department in the third quarter this year.During their regular Nov. 2 meeting, Lethbridge county council received a report on activities their Planning and Development department undertook in the third quarter of 2023.In the 3rd quarter of 2023, in addition to day-to-day duties, the department, along with county council, held the second Land Use Bylaw Review and Update Workshop was held with County Council on Sept. 14.“You may have noticed that on our website and on our What’s Happening in Lethbridge County, we have posted a number of articles with regards to some of the amendments” said Hilary Janzen, supervisor of planning and development for the county. “So far, we haven’t received a lot of feedback on that, but we have had a number of people look at the application, and so we’re hoping that once we have the draft out, we’ll get a bit more engag...

Turin 4H Club raises over $60,000 in honour of community members’ passing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

By Erika MathieuSunny South NewsThanks to a passionate group of 4H children, and the generosity of community members, the Turin 4H club presented the Chinook Regional Hospital’s Cancer Centre with a $53,000 cheque on Nov. 3.Dr. Andrea Graner, an Oncologist at Chinook Regional Hospital said, “anytime a community group or family group is able to donate money the funds typically go towards patients supports, largely, but it can also go toward funding new resources within our cancer centre. the idea is that funding that comes in stays in the community,” helping current and future patients being treated in the centre.Graner added, “it is not something that happens everyday, and a donation of this size is really impressive, especially for a group of children. This is amazing. I don’t think we would have expected this but they loved this patient and it is so nice to see the support they gave.”The donation was made in honour of Marlene Stroeve, and Craig Sosick.Sosick, a prominent figure of...

Dreeshen promotes economic corridors in recent Washington trip

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

By Trevor BuschSunny South [email protected] and Economic Corridors Minister Devin Dreeshen travelled to Washington, D.C., recently to promote the importance of expanding economic corridors in North America.Last month, Dreeshen met with House representatives and transportation stakeholders for several days before proceeding to Manchester, N.H. for meetings with state representatives. The final leg of the trip saw Dreeshen in Toronto, Ont. to promote the importance of economic corridors with Ontario government representatives before returning to Edmonton.“The seamless movement of goods and services within Canada and through the United States is vital for economic growth and the movement of agricultural, forestry and energy products on both sides of the border,” said Dreeshen in a statement. “To achieve our goals, we must take a nation-building approach to economic corridors, looking beyond Alberta’s borders to opportunities across the province, the country and t...

The Trestle opens for takeout, delivery in Watervliet

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

WATERVLIET, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Trestle Restaurant & Pub has opened its Express location for takeout and delivery in Watervliet. The eatery is located in the former Purple Pub restaurant and to-go building. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Trestle is owned by John Holland and Chris Richards, who also own The Cobblestone Lunch Shoppe in Albany. The pub gets its name from a nearby railroad bridge.In December 2022, Greg and Butch Rentz closed the dining room of The Purple Pub after 50 years, but kept the to-go orders going. The eatery permanently closed with the end of to-go orders in September. Watervliet’s The Purple Pub officially ends to-go orders The Trestle Express menu includes pizza, chicken wings, salads, sandwiches, and more. You can view the menu on The Trestle website.The Trestle Restaurant & Pub will eventually open for dine-in, but an opening date has not been set yet. The Trestle is located at 2 Cohoes...

Hudson Valley Community College hosts fall open house

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:56 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Hudson Valley Community College is hosting an Open House for prospective students on Saturday, November 11. The Open House will be held on the main campus from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Prospective students can take a student-led campus tour and meet with faculty and staff. Representatives from academic departments, student services, and academic support offices will be available. Registration for the Open House closes at noon on Friday, November 10. Walk-ins will be accepted. Contact the Admissions Office at (518) 629-7309 for more information.