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Death investigation underway after 1-year-old boy found unresponsive on South Side

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

CHICAGO — A death investigation is underway after a 1-year-old boy was found unresponsive on the city's South Side.Police said the toddler was found around 9 p.m. Wednesday in the 7000 block of South Normal in Englewood. The boy was transported to Comer Children's Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The medical examiner has identified him as Dejaun Worthington. Boy, 7, dead after fire at home of Chicago firefighter ID’d Detectives are conducting a death investigation, pending autopsy results. 

Police: Rideshare passenger shot on South Side

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

CHICAGO — A man inside a rideshare vehicle was shot Wednesday night on the South Side.At around at 11 p.m., police responded to the 8100 block of South Halsted on the report of a shooting.A 27-year-old man suffered gunshot wounds to the legs after a gunman in a nearby white sedan fired shots. 2 postal service mailboxes broken into in Elmhurst The man was transported to University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition. No suspects are in custody. Anyone with information can leave an anonymous tip at cpdtip.com.

Man stabbed on CTA Red Line after fight ensued

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

CHICAGO — A man was stabbed on the CTA Red Line in Lakeview East after a fight ensued Thursday morning. According to police, a 36-year-old man was on the train when an unknown man approached him struck him. A physical altercation ensued and the unknown individual produced a knife and stabbed the man. Police: Rideshare passenger shot on South Side The man was transported to Illinois Masonic Hospital in fair condition with several puncture wounds. Police say the unknown man fled but a weapon was recovered on the scene. There is currently no one in custody at this time and police are investigating the incident.

Former NBA player Shawn Kemp arrested on drive-by shooting charge: report

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

TACOMA, Wash. (WKBN) – Former Cleveland Cavalier Shawn Kemp has been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting in Washington state, ESPN reported.According to the report, Kemp, 53, was booked into a Pierce County jail on Wednesday afternoon after shots were fired in an altercation that happened around 1:58 p.m. between drivers of two cars near a Tacoma mall. “One of the drivers fired off several rounds at the occupants of the other vehicle,” the Tacoma Police Department said in a statement, as reported by ESPN.No injuries were reported. Cavaliers hold off Miami Heat, 104-100 A gun was reportedly recovered, according to the Tacoma police, and the investigation is ongoing. The motives behind the alleged shooting are still unclear, ESPN reported.Kemp was charged with felony drive-by shooting.The former forward, who was nicknamed “Reign Man,” played 14 seasons in the NBA and was a six-time All-Star. He played for the Cleveland Cavaliers from 1997-2000 and also spent time wi...

Buyers' remorse: Some homeowners regret pandemic purchases

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

(NewsNation) — Some homeowners who bought their homes during the pandemic say they are starting to feel some buyer's remorse, especially those who bought their homes sight unseen. "I feel lied to and ripped off," Mikhekla Hunnicutt told NewsNation.Hunnicutt, a first-time homebuyer, bought her home in St. Louis in October 2020. Not long after moving in with her husband, they started having major plumbing issues."Toilet paper, sewage," she said. "Anytime we would run the laundry, the amount of water coming from the laundry machine would force what was in the pipes back up into the house."She said the inspection prior to the purchase of their home found problems with a sewer pipe underneath the house. The previous homeowners agreed to fix it, but Hunnicutt said the work wasn't done properly. US economy sending mixed signals: Here’s what it all means Hunnicutt said she feels angry."I'm also very tired," she said. "This has been dragging on for a couple of years now. And I'm very frus...

MoPac reopens after crash involving at least 4 people, including children

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- MoPac southbound has reopened after lanes were shut down between US 290 and William Cannon because of an overnight crash. Two vehicles and at least four people were involved in the crash, which happened around 2:30 a.m. The scene was cleared and road reopened just before 7:30 a.m.Austin Police said one person was transported to the hospital after the crash.Police said children were involved in the crash but did not know how many children.According to APD, four people were in one of the vehicles. APD said two are in critical condition. Police did not have information on the other two people or the occupants of the other vehicle.

The last of 'The Golden Girls' elephant trio leaves San Antonio zoo

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

SAN ANTONIO (KXAN) -- The San Antonio Zoo says its Asian elephant Nicole is heading to Tennessee to spend her remaining years at The Elephant Sanctuary. According to the zoo's March 4 Facebook post, Nicole was one of three geriatric Asian elephants called The Golden Girls. She, Karen, and Lucky were together from 2016 until Karen & Lucky died in 2022. Nicole the Elephant will spending her retirement at The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee. (Photo courtesy: San Antonio Zoo)Nicole the Elephant will spending her retirement at The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee. (Photo courtesy: San Antonio Zoo)Nicole the Elephant will spending her retirement at The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee. (Photo courtesy: San Antonio Zoo)Nicole the Elephant will spending her retirement at The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee. (Photo courtesy: San Antonio Zoo)"We are going to miss Nicole dearly," said Tim Morrow, President & CEO of San Antonio Zoo in the Facebook post. "We are grateful for the years she...

Adirondack Sports Summer Expo dates announced

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Adirondack Sports Summer Expo has been set for Saturday, March 18, and Sunday, March 19 at the Saratoga City Center. The expo is free for everyone to attend and goes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The expo will have 200 exhibitors that cover an array of outdoor sports, such as biking, hiking, running, paddling, and more. Exhibitors will also discuss health, fitness, and travel destinations. The Saratoga City Center is located at 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

Shaker High students meet Gov. Kathy Hochul after attending historic inauguration

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) - In January NEWS10 introduced you to the “First Amendment, First Vote” group at Shaker High School after they were invited to attend the inauguration ceremony. While they didn’t get the opportunity to meet Governor Kathy Hochul, they hoped to one day. Their wish came true this week. Shaker High School club attends historic inauguration ceremony On Tuesday evening, “First Amendment, First Vote” students and their teachers were invited to the Executive Mansion to attend the Governor’s Women’s History Month reception. During the event, Kamellia Barrett and Sakthi Jagannath were given the opportunity to each read a poem.“My legs were shaking the entire time and when I got off the podium, and I was like shaking, I went over and she was like 'that was amazing!' I shook her hand, like I can't even verbalize it, it was just awesome," said Kamellia. East Greenbush Girl Scout reflects on leading Pledge of Allegiance at State of the State Address "She was super kind ...

Crash on I-87 Northway southbound closes all lanes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:24:49 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a crash on I-87 Northway southbound in the area of exit 2E; NY 5 eastbound; Wolf Road in Colonie has shut down all lanes, including the right shoulder. The crash was first reported at 7:45 a.m. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Information regarding the crash is limited at this time. Stick with NEWS10 as more information regarding the crash and traffic in the area becomes available.