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Paul Lisnek discusses latest on the vote for a Speaker of the House

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

CHICAGO — WGN Political Analyst Paul Lisnek joined WGN Evening News to discuss the latest on the vote for a Speaker of the House. Jordan fails to win Speakership on first ballot Watch the video in the player above for this story.

United Airlines is about to completely change the way you board a plane

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

(WFLA) — United Airlines will be completely changing the way passengers board a plane later this month. First-class and business-class passengers will still board the plane first as they do now, but then the changes start, according to an internal memo obtained Tuesday by WFLA. Zillow reveals the weird 2024 trends that will increase home value After certain groups (seen below), United passengers flying economy and assigned window seats will board first. This will cut down on the amount of times people already seated have to stand in the aisle to let another person sit down, according to the memo. The new boarding process, known as "WILMA," will begin for flights on Oct. 26, the airline said. WILMA stands for window-middle-aisle. All window seat passengers will board the plane first, followed by passengers with middle seats, and then passengers with aisle seats.The boarding groups will be as follows:Boarding GroupPre-boarding- Customers with disabilities and unaccompanied minors- ...

$22M in public financing aims to turn shuttered Iron Range wood plant into cannabis factory

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. — A former wood plant in northern Minnesota may turn into a $67 million indoor cannabis grow and manufacturing facility after landing more than $20 million in public financing.The Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board on Tuesday voted to award a $10 million loan to HWY35 LLC, which plans to employ 400 people and equip the former Ainsworth Lumber Co. oriented-strand-board manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids, closed since 2008, with “LED grow lights, HVAC systems and automated nutrient delivery systems.”The project has also received a $10 million loan from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development and $2 million in tax-increment financing from the city of Grand Rapids, according to the IRRRB’s Tuesday meeting agenda.HWY35, led by Jack Mitchell, a Missouri-based cannabis entrepreneur, and John Hyduke, the lead Minnesota investment partner, is among the first businesses trying to capitalize on the state’s burgeoning recreational marij...

Sun Country adds nonstop service to Toronto and Montreal, 8 other seasonal destinations in U.S.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

Sun Country Airlines on Tuesday announced new nonstop service to Toronto and Montreal, in addition to eight other seasonal destinations in the United States.The Minnesota-based low-cost carrier said the Toronto and Montreal service from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport will begin in June. The airline said it has also extended its schedule for customers to book travel through Sept. 10, 2024.The expanded seasonal schedule also includes Albuquerque, N.M.; Billings, Mont.; Boise, Idaho; Dulles International Airport in Virginia/Washington, D.C.; Grand Rapids, Mich.; Missoula, Mont.; Oakland, Calif.; and Syracuse, N.Y.Service to the new destinations will generally be twice weekly, with service to Dulles four times a week.“Sun Country prides itself on being the leisure airline of choice for MSP customers,” Grant Whitney, senior vice president and chief revenue officer, said in a Sun Country statement. “We have more than doubled our nonstop destinations for customers flying out of...

Anheuser-Busch holds job fair for positions at Brewery Lights event

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

ST. LOUIS – With the holidays just around the corner, many companies are adding seasonal positions. And those looking for part-time work are in luck.Sure, it might have been a 70° day Tuesday afternoon, but a job fair at Anheuser-Busch was all about the holidays.Anheuser-Busch hosted a hiring event for its Brewery Lights celebration at the St. Louis Tour Center and Biergarten from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pickleball noise level exceeds ordinance; country club remains unable to play The seasonal jobs range from a bartender which pays $9 an hour plus tips, to a Clydesdale tour guide, which pays $14 an hour.You can find more info on the positions available at BudweiserTours.com.Brewery Lights begins Saturday, Nov. 18, with enhanced nightly parades that will include floats, trolley, street performers, and the world-famous Clydesdales.

Suspect arrested for multiple felonies after blowing up teddy bear in parking lot 

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

An explosive device that detonated inside of a large teddy bear led to the arrest of a suspect and the seizure of drugs, weapons and ammunition.According to an Instagram post by the San Bernardino Police Department, officers responded to a 911 call from a local business owner who said he was told by witnesses that an explosive device had gone off in the parking lot in front of their business. The exact date or location of the incident was not released. Surveillance footage from the scene captures the suspect exiting their vehicle and placing the explosive device, identified by police as a giant teddy bear, several parking spots away from their car. Security footage captures a man detonating an explosive device inside a teddy bear in San Bernardino, CA. (San Bernardino Police Department)Security footage captures a man detonating an explosive device inside a teddy bear in San Bernardino, CA. (San Bernardino Police Department)Security footage captures a man detonating an exp...

Crews battle wildfire in Riverside County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

A wildfire that erupted in rural Riverside County and scorched several acres east of Temecula appeared to be slowing down Tuesday afternoon.According to Cal Fire, the Stanley Fire started shortly before 1:30 p.m. Monday afternoon in the 46000 block of Stanley Road north of Aguanga. “[The fire] is burning in medium fuels with a moderate rate of spread,” Cal Fire said on social media at the time the blaze began. Approximate location of the Stanley Fire in Riverside County. Oct. 17, 2023. An update from fire officials at 2:10 p.m. Monday said that the fire had spread to 12 acres and that a closure had been put in place for Stanley Road at Sage Road.Officials confirmed that the blaze's spread was stopped shortly before 3:30 p.m. Monday afternoon, and flames seemed to be dying down by 4:15 p.m.

Bert Holmes Pronounced Dead following Collision on Interstate 5 [Lewis County, WA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

44-Year-Old Man Dies after a Semi-Trailer CollisionLEWIS COUNTY, WA (October 17, 2023) – On Tuesday afternoon, police responded to a fatal collision that claimed the life of Bert Holmes.The incident happened on September 26th just before 2:00 p.m. in the northbound lanes of Interstate 5.According to the Washington State Patrol, 44-year-old Bert Holmes was entering north on I-15 via Labree Road when it collided with a semi-trailer driven by a 23-year-old man headed northbound.Furthermore, the investigation showed that the semi-trailer pulled over to the right shoulder of the road and blocked the lane when Holmes entered the lanes and rear-ended the semi-trailer.In addition, the authorities stated that Holmes was not wearing his safety seatbelt during the time of the incident.Meanwhile, the driver of the semi-trailer did not obtain any injuries from the collision. It was unknown if there were any charges or citations released.No additional information was added by the officials ...

Solis Anthony Dies in Bicycle Collision on 405 Freeway [Carson, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

35-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Bicycle Accident near Wilmington AvenueCARSON, CA (October 17, 2023) – Sunday morning, a bicycle accident claimed the life of Solis Anthony on the 405 Freeway.The incident occurred at approximately 1:45 p.m. in the southbound lanes of the freeway near the Wilmington Avenue off-ramp.According to reports, the bicyclist was traveling southbound and transitioned from the right shoulder into the slow lane, where a 2014 Volvo struck the cyclist. The Volvo driver was unable to stop in time, resulting in the bicyclist being knocked into the traffic lanes.Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced 35-year-old Anthony dead at the scene. Preliminary investigations by the police have not indicated the involvement of alcohol or drugs as potential factors in the collision.Authorities are urging anyone who may have additional information about this fatal bicycle accident to contact the California Highway Patrol at 424-551-4000. Those who prefer to re...

Woman Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Crash on 19th Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:11:26 GMT

Woman Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Accident near Cactus RoadPHOENIX, AZ (October 17, 2023) – Saturday evening, a pedestrian accident on 19th Avenue claimed the life of one woman.On October 14th, around 6:30 p.m., authorities were dispatched to the scene near Cactus Road. According to initial reports, a woman was struck by a northbound vehicle while crossing 19th Avenue mid-block.Emergency medical responders located the woman with severe injuries. She was then transported to a nearby hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries.In the aftermath, emergency crews temporarily closed off the road to facilitate cleanup and initial response tasks. The driver involved in the accident remained on the scene and cooperated with the ongoing investigation.Officers will release additional information as it becomes available.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased woman. May you find comfort and strength...