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National Museum of Mexican Art founder & president Carlos Tortolero to retire

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

CHICAGO — After more than 40 years, the CEO and founder of the National Museum of Mexican Art, is set to retire.Carlos Tortolero, who also acts as the Pilsen-area museum president, will step down on Dec. 31. How a Chicago Latina is emphasizing diversity leading into the 2024 Democratic National Convention “What an amazing journey,” said Tortolero in a release announcing his looming retirement. “It’s been challenging, but it’s been fun. I always held that the museum be located within Pilsen for greater community access and that admission must be free so everyone can enjoy it. From the beginning, there were roadblocks and naysayers. But look at us now! It’s truly been my honor to serve.”Opening to the public in 1987, the museum highlights Mexican art, visuals and performances.Originally known as the Mexican Fine Arts Center, the West Side staple showcases 3,600 years of creativity from both sides of the border, exemplifying the diversity of Mexican culture, according to the mus...

Kevin Turen, 'Euphoria' and 'Pearl' producer, dead at 44

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

(WGHP/NEXSTAR) — Kevin Turen, a man who had a hand in multiple popular and beloved shows and movies, has died at 44.Turen was a producer on HBO's mega-hit "Euphoria," "The Idol" and slasher flicks "X" and "Pearl," along with yet-to-be-released "MaXXXine," starring Mia Goth and Kevin Bacon."Kevin was so incredibly special, this world is going to be less without him," Turen's father, Edward Turen told Deadline on Saturday.NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 19: (L-R) Justin Nappi, Kevin Turen, and Teddy Schwarzman attend the screening of "At Any Price" during the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival at BMCC Tribeca PAC on April 19, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by D Dipasupil/FilmMagic via Getty)Jay Penske, CEO of Penske Media Corporation and a friend of Turen's, confirmed the news to Nexstar on Monday, saying in a statement:Despite his many achievements in Hollywood, Kevin’s greatest passion was his family and friends. He was so proud of his children. He and his wife, Evelina, were resolved that their chil...

How specialty glasses are helping design Austin's light rail system

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Amid plans to build out the first phase of light rail in Austin, project leaders are working to see the user experience through the eyes of current mass transit riders — literally.The Austin Transit Partnership utilized specialty tech glasses that help track different biometric sensors, including how many steps users take while using mass transit, where their eyes look while accessing bus or rail services as well as their body temperature, heart rate and perspiration. The data is designed to help inform project heads on gaps in the current mass transit user experience and how to tailor the city's upcoming light rail system to better meet the needs of riders, said Peter Mullan, ATP's executive vice president of architecture and urban design. AUSTIN TRANSPORTATION NEWS: New rideshare company Wridz taking on Uber and Lyft with driver incentives "What are the typical frictions or challenges transit users face on their journeys, so that we can design a system that allev...

Digital, GPS data reviewed at Kaitlin Armstrong's murder trial Monday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The State will continue to call witnesses in the murder trial for Kaitlin Armstrong Monday.Armstrong is accused of shooting and killing pro cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson on May 11, 2022. LAST WEEK'S TESTIMONY: Armstrong’s first interview with APD played during murder trial On Thursday, testimony ended with a digital forensic detective with the Austin Police Department going through GPS data he analyzed from Armstrong's Jeep. The State presented an interactive map that showed Armstrong's Jeep in the neighborhood of the east Austin home where Wilson was killed on the night of the murder. Follow live updates from KXAN's Brianna Hollis on social media platform "X" below:Back at the courthouse this morning for #KaitlinArmstrong's murder trial. Testimony ended last week w/ an APD digital forensic detective addressing GPS data showing Armstrong's Jeep near the home where prosecutors say she killed Mo Wilson in May 2022. Follow live updates here. pic.twitter.co...

Two women sue Albany County jail over alleged rape, sexual abuse

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two women are suing Albany County, the Albany County Sheriff's Office and the Albany County Correctional Facility, alleging they were raped and sexually abused while incarcerated. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! One lawsuit alleges a woman was raped multiple times, which resulted in a pregnancy, while she was incarcerated between July 2014 and March 2015. Anna Kull, the woman's attorney, said the pregnancy was confirmed by the jail, the woman then requested and received an abortion and no investigation was conducted. In another lawsuit, a woman was allegedly raped by a corrections officer in February 2018. The complaint points to a lack of action following the woman reporting the assault. “They were incarcerated, they were raped, no one believed them and no one has come to listen to their stories until now," Kull said. "Hearing what these women have to say, at this point in time, only sheds light on th...

IT'SUGAR opens candy store at Crossgates Mall

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Candy retailer IT'SUGAR has opened a new store location on the lower level of Crossgates across from Dave & Buster's. On top of the big-name candy brands, IT'SUGAR's inventory includes an assortment of retro and international candy, TikTok-trending treats, and more! Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “IT’SUGAR is more than a candy store,” said Justin Clinger, Assistant Vice President Creative and Marketing of IT’SUGAR. “We have one of the most expansive assortments of confectionery treats, alongside a curated collection of in-demand candy licensed merchandise, such as apparel, plush, scented candles, and more. IT’SUGAR provides a sweet and humorous escape from everyday life.”The store is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.

Off the Beaten Path: O'Malley's Oven

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Located in Troy, O'Malley's Oven caters to dessert lovers of all kinds, with an emphasis on gluten-free items. The business was founded in 2013.After years of looking for gluten-free offerings, Melanie began making her own desserts out of necessity. Tortas, tarts, savory hand pies and crème puffs are just a few of the items on their menu. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “The goal is always that it's just a great pastry or just a great thing. Anyone can walk in and buy something and not even know,” said Melanie.O'Malley's Oven is located at 455 Fulton Street in Troy. The bakery is open Wednesday-Saturday, in addition to having a stand at the Troy Farmers Market.

Bridgeton man admits to fentanyl dealing, fatal shooting of teenager

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A Bridgeton man appeared in federal court on Monday and admitted to dealing fentanyl and shooting a teenager in downtown St. Louis in 2022.Prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri said Christopher Willis, 21, pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and one count of possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.Whitney told the court that he sold fentanyl to an undercover Drug Enforcement Administration agent in April 2022 and that a court-ordered search of his apartment resulted in the discovery of drugs and guns.Whitney had a Glock pistol with a conversion kit or "switch" that made the pistol fully automatic. He also had three AR-style rifles, a .45-caliber pistol, as well as raw fentanyl in a plastic bag and capsules containing the drug. Abandoned bike leads to police discovering body at Creve Coeur Park According to the plea deal, Whitney was selling drugs outside a lof...

Federal Heights police failed to investigate serious crimes in “utterly alarming” pattern, DA finds

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

The Federal Heights Police Department has failed to investigate serious felony cases over the last four years in a pattern so “utterly alarming” that 17th Judicial District Attorney Brian Mason referred the matter to the Colorado Attorney General’s Office for a potential “patterns or practice” investigation into the police department.Police officers in Federal Heights, a northern suburb of Denver that’s sandwiched between Thornton and Westminster, have failed to investigate serious felony crimes — including sexual assaults and violent crimes — and detectives failed to follow up with victims in some cases, Mason wrote in an Oct. 31 letter to Interim Chief Robert Grado that was obtained by The Denver Post on Monday.Mason found the police department to be “woefully understaffed.” A review by the district attorney’s office this year also found “significant problems” with record keeping and personnel management...

ViewHouse owner hopes new, whimsical concept will help rejuvenate downtown Denver

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:51:14 GMT

Bird cages with booths inside, giant tea cups as tables, seven dining areas spinning on a turntable, a 6-foot parrot and 3-foot butterfly sculptures.That’s just a glimpse of what to expect from Francois Safieddine’s upcoming downtown Denver venture this winter.The CEO of Lotus Concepts, the restaurant group behind ViewHouse and My Neighbor Felix, has plans to open Wonderyard Garden + Table, a bar-forward restaurant with art-deco designs, at 2200 Larimer St. by February 2024.“I want to rejuvenate things downtown,” Safieddine said. “I’m very heavily invested in the city, and I want to do my part to create draws for people to come downtown. If I can create a unique draw with a distinct experience that no one else has in the city, it will be beneficial for both downtown Denver and the future of my other businesses.”Safieddine purchased the 100-year-old vacant building at 2200 Larimer St. for $8 million in 2018, according to property records. He’s transforming the 12,080-square-foo...