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Man shot while inside vehicle in Joliet; critical condition

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

JOLIET, Ill. — A man was shot inside a vehicle Tuesday night in Joliet.At around 8:30 p.m., officers responded to the 900 block of Draper Lane on the report of a person shot.At the scene, officers located a 48-year-old man who had been shot inside a vehicle.Police believe while the man was sitting in the driver's seat in the 900 block of Magnolia Avenue, an unknown gunman outside of the vehicle shot him.The man drove away and eventually crashed into a fence at the original scene on Draper Lane. Warrant issued for driver accused of killing elderly man while drag racing in Beach Park He was transported to Silver Cross Hospital in critical condition.Anyone with information can leave a tip at 815-323-6734.

Here’s what’s new on Netflix in May

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Alicia Keys reimagines a classic for ‘Bridgerton’ soundtrackIN THIS ARTICLE:Samsung 55-Inch Class QLED Outdoor The Terrace 4K Smart TVAnker Nebula Capsule Max Mini ProjectorOwlenz 150-Inch Projector ScreenTo help fuel the excitement for the new “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” series available on Netflix on Thursday, May 4th, 2023, Alicia Keys has recorded a new version of her iconic hit “If I Ain’t Got You.” The new track features a 90-piece orchestra and can be heard in the popular show. Besides the feverishly awaited new season of this steamy series, Netflix has a number of other exciting titles dropping this month.Must-see upcoming Netflix releasesOver the next few weeks, Netflix is releasing 23 new titles. The list includes anime, drama, stand-up comedy, documentaries, reality shows and more. No matter what your genre, there’s something new for you. One of the most hotly await...

Bruce Willis and Demi Moore welcome their first grandchild

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

(WFLA) -- Rumer Willis, the eldest daughter of actors Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, gave birth to the former couple's first grandchild last week.In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Willis announced the arrival of Louetta Isley Thomas Willis, who she said was born at home on April 18. "You are pure magic," Willis wrote in the caption of her Instagram post. "You are more than we ever dreamed of." Demi Moore and Rumer Willis' stepmother, Emma Heming Willis, also shared excitement over the new addition to the family in the comments of the post."So much love for this little birdie," Moore wrote, adding a heart emoji."Omg we love her so so much," read Heming Willis' comment, which had its own smattering of heart-eyes emojis. Michael Keaton returns as Batman in new ‘The Flash’ trailer Several celebrities like Hilary Duff and Alyssa Milano also shared their congratulations on the new mother's Instagram post. In December 2022, Willis announced she and her boyfriend, singer Derek Richard Thoma...

Dean's Home Video: 'The Citadel,' 'Firefly Lane,' & more

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

CHICAGO — A new science fiction action thriller is set to begin this week while another drama will stream its final episodes."The Citadel" debuts Friday on Amazon Prime Video as its story begins while the second part of the second and final season of "Firefly Lane" is set to be released Thursday on Netflix. These are two of many streaming picks in this week's "Dean's Home Video" on WGN Morning News on Wednesday. Dean Richards previewed those shows along with "Saint X," "Fatal Attraction," "Peter Pan & Wendy," and more that are set to be released this week.You can see the full episode of "Dean's Home Video" from April 26 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!

Dean cooks stuffed poblano peppers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

WGN Entertainment Reporter Dean Richards is celebrating Cinco de Mayo a little earlier with his recipe for stuffed poblano peppers.Ingredients: ½ cup white rice4 poblano peppers1 Tablespoon olive oil1 onion (diced)4 cloves garlic (minced)2 Tablespoons tomato paste3 teaspoons ground cumin8 ounces lean ground beef (or substitute shredded chicken, diced shrimp or roasted veggies) 3 Tablespoons dried currants3 Tablespoons roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)Lime Crema1/2 cup Mexican crema (or sour cream)1 lime (juiced)1/2 cup cilantro (chopped (divided)) Dean shares recipes for puff pastries Instructions:Preheat oven to 500 degrees.In a small pot, combine the rice, 1 cup of water and a big pinch of salt. Bring to a boil then cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Set aside. Place...

Freddie Mercury's eclectic collection of 'clutter' for sale

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

LONDON (AP) — He was the king of Queen and his crown could be yours — for the right price.Freddie Mercury's extensive collection of costumes, fine art, and even handwritten working lyrics for “We Are the Champions” and “Killer Queen” will be auctioned in September.Queen's frontman had said he wanted to live a Victorian life surrounded by “exquisite clutter,” and he left it all to his close friend, Mary Austin, when he died, at 45, of AIDS-related pneumonia in 1991.Austin, who has kept most of it the way Mercury left it in his home in the upscale Kensington neighborhood of London, said she had reached the “difficult decision” that it was time to sell it all, Sotheby's said. ‘Disruptive’ passenger forces Israel-bound United flight back to Newark after 3 hours Artwork includes prints or works on paper by Picasso and Matisse. “Type of Beauty,” a painting by 19th century French artist James Tissot of his Irish muse and lover Kathleen Newton, is estimated to sell for 400,000 to 600,000 ...

The Killers, Queen to headline Formula 1 concerts in Austin

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Expect a loud group singalong to "Mr. Brightside" at the Circuit of the Americas this fall, as The Killers will headline the first night at the Formula 1 Lenovo U.S. Grand Prix. A tweet Wednesday morning confirmed the band will take the Germania Insurance Super Stage on Oct. 20. Organizers also announced the act that will follow The Killers on Oct. 21 is Queen with Adam Lambert. Formula 1 tickets are now on sale through the COTA website. The event will last from Oct. 20-22 this year. A three-day general admission wristband comes with a cost of $475, according to the ticketing website, while a three-day parking pass is listed for up to $275. The Killers, fronted by lead singer Brandon Flowers, are known for hit songs like the aforementioned "Mr. Brightside," "Somebody Told Me" and "When You Were Young." The band released their latest album titled "Pressure Machine" in 2021. Meanwhile, Queen's vast song catalog includes the iconic "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Will Roc...

Travis County leaders to give details on 2022 overdoses, fentanyl deaths

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- Travis County leaders will gather Wednesday morning to give the public an update on what they call a drug overdose public health crisis in the county, and discuss details from the county medical examiner's 2022 report, which has not yet been released.The update will cover the status of overdose deaths in the county from 2022, including those which were fentanyl-related, according to a release from the county. Travis County leaders -- including Judge Andy Brown, Sheriff Sally Hernandez and Medical Examiner J. Keith Pinckard -- will hold the press conference at 11:30 a.m. It will be streamed in the video player at the top of this page. Background on the fentanyl crisis, combating itPreliminary data released in November 2022 showed in the first six months of the year, there were 118 fentanyl-related overdose deaths, meaning someone died of an overdose and had fentanyl in their system. It’s the exact same number Travis County saw in all 12 months of 2021. ...

26th Annual Wiener Dog Races happening Saturday in Buda

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

BUDA, Texas (KXAN) – Springtime means wiener dogs are back in Buda this weekend. The Buda Lions Club hosts the 26th annual Wiener Dog Races Saturday and Sunday at Buda City Park at 204 San Antonio St.Here's a schedule of events from the Buda Lions Club.You can find more race information, including race assignments on the Lions Club website.The Buda Lions said there will be free parking at Cabela’s. Free shuttle bus rides will be offered to Buda City Park from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Here’s how to watch the 2023 NFL Draft on TV

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:41 GMT

The months between the Super Bowl and NFL preseason can be long and arduous for devoted fans. But in between seasons comes that one magical weekend where football returns to prime time: the NFL draft. The 2023 NFL Draft will be held this week in Kansas City, Missouri. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch NFL Draft 2023 coverage on TV and streaming, including TV schedule and NFL draft order.When is NFL Draft 2023?The 2023 NFL Draft runs three days from Thursday, April 27, to Saturday, April 29, at Union Station in Kansas City. Day one on Thursday starts at 8 p.m. EST and features just the first round. Rounds two and three take place on Friday starting at 7 p.m. EST. The final day kicks off at noon EST and includes rounds four through seven.How to watch the NFL Draft 2023The 2023 NFL Draft will be broadcast on three different TV channels in English and one in Spanish, plus one radio network and one streaming service.The three networks broadcasting the NFL draft on TV ...