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Friday Forecast: Temps in low 60s with partly sunny conditions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

CHICAGO — Temperatures in the mid 60s Friday with partly sunny conditions. Winds: SW 5-15 mph. High: 63. Interactive Radar: Track showers and storm here Partly cloudy tonight and colder conditions with temperatures in 30s. Winds: West 5-10 mph. Low: 38.Saturday Forecast: Scattered showers with temperatures in upper 40s. High: 47.Full forecast details at the WGN Weather Center

Dean's Reviews: 'Guy Ritchie's The Covenant'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

CHICAGO — For the second time in 2023, director and screenwriter Guy Ritchie is releasing a film, this time tackling one of the subjects in the war in Afghanistan. "The Covenant" stars Jake Gyllenhaal as U.S. Army sergeant John Kinley, who returns to the country to rescue an Afghan interpreter who saved his life years before. After talking with both Guy & Jake earlier this week in "Dean's A-List Interview," Dean Richards reviewed the film as part of "Dean's Reviews" this week.He also took a look at the latest installment in the "Evil Dead" film series - "Evil Dead Rise" - as he gives his thoughts on the supernatural horror film.You can watch both of these reviews from Dean from April 21's WGN 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!

New York City's longest-serving doorman set to retire after 60 years of service

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

NEW YORK (WPIX) — New York City’s longest-serving doorman is about to hang up the uniform. Manny Teixeira has worked at the same condo on East 90th Street and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan for six decades.“Someone called me the Governor of 90th Street,” he said. Teixeira started working at the building — Trafalgar House Condominiums on the Upper East Side — in the 1960s, just after it opened.For six decades, Teixeira has stood there with a smile, a hello, and some advice, if requested. “I always say if you want to have a job like this, you have to like people,” Teixeira said. Oldest police officer in Arkansas retires Building manager Manuel Claudio added that Teixeira is beloved by tenants because he's always respectful and he anticipates their needs.Now, those tenants are getting ready to say one final goodbye. “We will miss him a lot,” said neighbor Gil Winnik. Another tenant, Kenneth Schwartz, called Teixeira the “personification of the building.” They're also planning him a r...

BLOG: Recap, aftermath of Thursday storms in Central Texas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

(KXAN) -- Severe weather and hail hit Central Texas Thursday afternoon and evening.According to the KXAN First Warning Weather team, a complex of severe thunderstorms brought flash flooding and water rescues in north Austin, large hail to many communities, and Tornado Warnings in several counties. Storms continued south of Austin overnight, but will clear the area Friday after a quick early-morning sprinkle. KXAN First Warning Weather forecast All of Central Texas was under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 10 p.m. Thursday, which meant conditions are favorable for the development of storms. Some areas experienced Severe Thunderstorm Warnings and Tornado Warnings as well. Read the details in our weather recap and live blog below. Weather ResourcesHow to talk to your kids about severe weatherWatches vs Warnings: Understanding how a storm is madeTraffic mapLive Central Texas radarCentral Texas rainfall totalsDownload KXAN Weather AppSign up for KXAN daily forecast newsletter and sev...

Mohawk Hudson Humane Society hosting Pride Paw-rade

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

MENANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (MHHS) and the Pride Center of the Capital Region are teaming up to host the second Pride Paw-rade. The event is set for Sunday, April 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at MHHS at 3 Oakland Avenue in Menands. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The event features a pet parade and costume contest, food trucks, music, vendors, and activities for kids. A microchipping clinic for dogs will also take place from 11 a.m. to noon for $20 per chip."There's an important reason LGBTQ+ folks are more likely to adopt animals: we are at higher risk for isolation and depression," said Pride Center Executive Director Nathaniel Gray. "Many people understand the joy and value of an animal that supports us emotionally, even if just to get us out of the house each morning for a walk. This critical companionship, as well as a focus on fun and family, felt like an excellent reason to connect with MH...

Glove Theatre throwing 90s-themed dance party

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Glove Theatre will be hosting a 1990s-themed dance party with pop-up performances on Saturday, April 22. The party, dubbed "Spring Into the '90s," will last from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Entry is set at $10. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “It’s important that the community have a place to come together, forget their troubles, and dance the night away," stated General Manager and Event Organizer, Michael Maricondi. “Since beginning my tenure here, the community has expressed frustration at having to drive elsewhere to dance at a club. With the size, flexibility of set up, and acoustics The Glove Theatre is a perfect location.”DJ Synes, who has spun and hosted dance parties and events in Albany's East Village, and Ace Hotel in New Orleans, will provide music encompassing a "mixtape" of songs from throughout the decade. The evening wil...

'Armed and dangerous' Morrisville suspect at large

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

MORRISVILLE, Vt. (WFFF) — A 24-year-old Morrisville man suspected of shooting at police officers responding to a domestic disturbance remains at large early Friday. Vermont State Police say Henry Lovell is "armed and dangerous." Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Lovell allegedly exchanged shots with a Morrisville police officer around 9 p.m. Thursday at an apartment near Upper Main Street and Pleasant Street before running away from the scene. That officer was hurt in the exchange. Police described Lovell as 6'2", 170 pounds, with blond hair. He was last seen wearing a camouflage-style jacket, dark pants, and a red ballcap. NYSP: Man arrested after high-speed chase in Malta Lovell does not have access to a vehicle and is likely still in the Morrisville area. Police warn that anyone who sees Lovell should keep their distance and immediately call 911.Morrisville residents should expect a "considerable law-enforcement prese...

Denver weather: How much snow will Denver get from snowstorm hitting city Friday, Saturday?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

Starting Friday afternoon, storms rolling across western Colorado will bring five inches or more of snow in the mountains and up to two inches may fall overnight and Saturday in metro Denver and along Colorado’s Front Range, quickly turning to slush, according to the National Weather Service.Denver residents likely will face partly sunny skies with a high temperature near 55 degrees Friday before winds intensify in the afternoon, weather service forecasters said. On Saturday, any snow and rain likely will fall before 5 p.m., forecasters said, with a high temperature of 45 degrees Saturday under cloudy skies.The weather Sunday is expected to turn sunny with a high temperature of 58 degrees and light wind.A weather service winter weather advisory Friday morning warned of wind gusting at speeds up to 50 miles per hour above timberline in the mountains.East of Denver on the high plains, less than an inch of snow was expected and accumulations along the Interstate 25 transportation...

Letters: At this point Justice Clarence Thomas’ lack of ethics is a trend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

Not surprised by Justice Thomas’ actionsRe: “Thomas defends against allegations of improper gifts,” April 8 news storyWhy is anyone surprised by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’s lack of ethics in accepting extravagant vacations from his “dear (billionaire) friend” Harlan Crow?Thomas’ ethical failures were readily apparent as recently as last year when he refused to recuse himself from cases arising out of the January 6 attack on the Capitol, which cases involved the eventual release of emails and texts written by his own wife, Ginni Thomas!Indeed, we should not be surprised by the ethical failings of other justices, either – such as Trump-appointed conservatives who openly lied during their confirmation hearings about respecting and upholding Supreme Court precedents and then voted to overturn the 50-year-old federal protections guaranteed by Roe v. Wade.It is obvious the Supreme Court’s declining reputation will continue to erode until its members are subje...

In Denver, you can find yoga classes with beer or cats or sushi or … much more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:12:39 GMT

Going to a yoga class with just a bunch of other people is no longer enough. Local businesses have been getting creative; now it’s hard to think of what you can’t do yoga with in and around Denver.For the purists, things like goats and butterflies can be too much of a distraction during a yoga class. It is a very different experience to be using all five senses during yoga rather than just focusing on breathing in and out with some movement. Yet these classes can be fun for families or as a way to liven up your yoga routine.Yoga classes with plants, animals and adult beverages have the same basic rules: Dress in comfortable and flexible clothing, and bring your own mat and a water bottle. Advanced registration is required for all of these specialty classes, which usually last one hour.Here is some of what’s available for yoga fun around Denver.Yoga with beerIt’s Colorado, so there are multiple choices for “yoga and brews” (and some even include goats or tacos or some other att...