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OceanGate suspends operations after deadly Titan submersible implosion

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

(AP) – The company that owned a submersible that fatally imploded on its way to explore the wreck of the Titanic said Thursday it has suspended operations.OceanGate, a company based in Everett, Washington, owned the Titan submersible that is believed to have imploded as it made its descent on June 18 in the North Atlantic. The implosion killed all five people on board, including Stockton Rush, the submersible's pilot and the chief executive officer of the company. Subway sign in Georgia references Titan implosion, sparks controversy: ‘Messed up’ The company's website said Thursday that it “has suspended all exploration and commercial operations.”The Coast Guard is investigating the implosion.OceanGate is based in the U.S. and OceanGate Expeditions, a related company that led the Titan’s dives to the Titanic, is registered in the Bahamas. The Titan submersible itself “was not a U.S. flagged vessel and was never certified or certificated by the U.S. Coast Guard,” the Coast Guard has...

Missing Portage Park teen considered high-risk, police say

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

CHICAGO — Chicago police seek the public's help locating a missing teen considered high risk. According to police, 17-year-old Desiree Garcia was last seen Wednesday leaving her home in the 5200 block of W. Agatite Ave., in Chicago's Portage Park neighborhood. Read more: Latest Chicago news headlinesGarcia, whose nickname is 'Desi,' stands 5"5' and weighs 120 pounds. She also has hazel eyes and red hair with an olive skin complexion. She also has scarring on her arms.Anyone with information about Garcia's whereabouts is asked to call (312) 746-6554.

How Mike Tauchman helped the Cubs to a rare win Wednesday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

CHICAGO — A native of Palatine has arguably the highlight of his still-young Cubs' tenure while also helping the team snap a long streak on Wednesday evening. Mike Tauchman did so with his bat and with his baserunning at American Family Field against the Brewers.With the Cubs down 3-1 with two outs in the ninth against All-Star closer Devin Williams, the designated hitter doubled down the left field line to bring home the tying runs. Then came his exploits on the basepaths, as he took off for third when Nico Hoerner grounded to Brian Anderson for what looked like the third out. But the throw was a bit wide, and Owen Miller couldn't pick it up as Hoerner was safe. As the ball got away from the first baseman, Tauchman kept running and would beat the throw home to put the Cubs up 4-3. It was one of two runs that he scored on the night with his two-run double bringing him up to 19 RBI on the season. Adbert Alzolay finished off the win with a perfect ninth for his fifth save of the seaso...

Drake has a shout-out to the newest member of the Blackhawks before Chicago concert

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

CHICAGO — Before the first of two concerts in Chicago, Drake has the newest member of the Blackhawks on his mind. He showed that through his social media just a few hours before the show. The rapper, singer, and songwriter put a picture of Connor Bedard up on his Instagram story with the phrase "Dialed In" written at the bottom of it late Wednesday afternoon. Drake then went and performed the first concert of his "It's All a Blur" tour at the United Center which will have 56 dates in its first leg in the United States and Canada. Connor Bedard talks about being drafted by the Blackhawks Thursday features the second and final show of the tour in Chicago as Drake travels around North America for shows until early October. The next stop on the tour is in Detroit at Little Caesars Arena on Friday and Saturday.This salute is part of what has been a whirlwind week for Bedard, who was selected by the Blackhawks with the first overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft in Nashville on June 28. S...

Federal judge grants changes to Nate Paul's bond conditions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for July 6, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) – A federal judge overseeing the criminal case of real estate investor Nate Paul – who faces eight felony counts related to multi-million-dollar loans he sought for his companies – has modified Paul’s bond conditions to allow him to continue litigating civil cases that predate his June arrest, according to an order signed Thursday. EXPLORE: Who is Nate Paul — the Austin real estate investor charged with 8 federal counts One of Paul’s original bond conditions barred him from asserting or threatening legal claims against any person who could be a witness or victim in the criminal case if the claim were related to the “person’s action or inaction in connection with the investigation or prosecution.” That bond condition had unintended consequences, according to a motion filed by Paul’s attorneys.In one pending civil case, a party that previously sued Paul over a loan guarantee sent a “th...

On the hunt for a job? House of Torment hiring 50 positions for 2023 season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for July 6, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Horror enthusiasts job hunting, look no further: House of Torment Haunted House Austin announced Thursday it is hiring for 50 open positions ahead of the 2023 season.Those ages 16 and older can apply to the jobs, which include cashier, event staff, scare actor, photographer, customer experience specialist and makeup artist positions. No prior acting or haunted house experience is required, company staff said in a release. ICYMI: 5 Central Texas barbecue joints named to New York Times' ‘best in Texas’ list "All that is required is a genuine enthusiasm for all things Halloween and a readiness to learn from the seasoned haunted house experts," the release read in part.Those interested can apply online, based on position type. From there, applicants can schedule an in-person audition as part of consideration. House of Torment will be hiring for the open roles through Oct. 1....

3M Open golf: ‘It’s crunch time.’ Could struggling stars join field in hopes of securing spot in playoffs?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

J.T. Poston did not originally plan on playing in the 3M Open this year. It was understandable. Minnesota’s PGA Tour stop is not located on a favorable spot on the schedule — one week after The Open Championship across the pond.Even with a tournament-provided charter to the Twin Cities from Royal Liverpool in England, it’s a tough ask for many of the game’s top players to ignore the jet lag and fatigue and tee it up in Blaine the very next week after a major championship.But Poston’s plans have changed in recent weeks. The 30-year-old announced ahead of this week’s John Deere Classic, where he’s the defending champion, that he’ll indeed play in Minnesota again this summer.“Love the golf course,” Poston said of TPC Twin Cities at a news conference Wednesday. “I was planning on having a week off before (the Wyndham Championship) and playoffs, but right now I have to make sure I’m in the playoffs.”That’s the ...

Great baseball movies and books in honor of MLB All-Star Week

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

By Moira Macdonald, The Seattle TimesIn honor of Major League Baseball’s All-Star Week, held in Seattle July 7-11, here are a handful of great movies and books that celebrate the game — and the art — of baseball.Movies“Bull Durham” (1988)Any list of great baseball movies that doesn’t begin with this one is, in my opinion, highly suspect. Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins play out one of cinema’s great romantic triangles in Ron Shelton’s delicious mixture of atmospheric sports movie and sexy rom-com. Watch it, and see if you don’t find yourself joining the Church of Baseball.“A League of Their Own” (1992)Penny Marshall’s irresistible comedy-drama follows a competitive pair of sisters (Geena Davis, Lori Petty) who join the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League — which was a real thing, from 1943 to 1954. You’ll laugh (“There’s no crying in baseball!”), you’ll cry (that scene of Davis in her boardinghouse room weeping gets me EV...

PHOTOS: Take a Bite alive and cooking in Glens Falls

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - On Wednesday afternoon, over a dozen restaurants set up tables outside their establishments, or a block or two away. The culinary experience of downtown Glens Falls was coming out to play. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Take a Bite, the city's weekly summer food festival, kicked off on Wednesday, and will repeat weekly throughout July and into August. The festival features small plates, priced between $1 and $5. At 5 p.m., the first visitors came to downtown Glen Street, closed off to street traffic, as well as Ridge Street and City Park.Fresh Samosas at Alif Cafe on Glen Street.On Tap plays outside of Crandall Public Library.Brownie bites at Go Play With Your Food on Glen Street.Hawaiian pizza at Go Play With Your Food on Glen Street.Go Play With Your Food on Glen Street.A mini burrito gets dressed up at Raul's Mexican Grill on Glen Street.A mini burrito gets dressed up at Raul's Mexican Grill...

Saratoga Springs announces public cooling station at City Hall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:50:12 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga Springs City Hall will serve as a public cooling station until 8 p.m. The county and surrounding regions are under a heat advisory, as heat index values are expected to reach 95-99 degrees. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The public cooling station is available in Music Hall in City Hall. The public cooling station will be available whenever the National Weather Service announces a heat advisory for Saratoga Springs.The National Weather Service advises residents to stay hydrated and out of the sun. It is recommended to stay in an air-conditioned room and to check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should not be left unattended.City Hall is located at 474 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. The Music Hall is on the third floor.