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East Side church destroyed in early-morning fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

CHICAGO — A fire broke out at an over-a-century-old church in the East Side neighborhood overnight.The fire erupted at the Advocate United Church of Crist located on 103rd and Avenue L around 4 a.m. No one was in the building and no injuries were reported.Neighbors told WGN the noise woke them up and looked outside to see flames shooting out of the over 100-year-old church. ‘It’s just so senseless:’ Friend remembers man killed in attempted armed robbery in Humboldt Park Nearby residents of the church were ordered to evacuate, and the church pastor said when firefighters got there a brush of flames erupted upon opening the door. "Very emotional, I really don't have any words," senior pastor Rev. Malcom Griffith said.Rev. Griffith said he was doing ministry Friday and mentioned the building passed a code inspection. He also said the church is considered a lifeline for many people and is known for its work to help the homeless.

Woman accused of setting fire to Arlington Heights apartment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

COOK COUNTY, Ill. — An Arlington Heights woman accused of setting her own apartment on fire has been charged, police say.According to Arlington Heights police, the fire started in 51-year-old Paula Cristina Sanchez's apartment in the 300 block of East Seegers Road on Thursday afternoon.Following the fire, investigators say evidence was recovered from the scene that indicated Sanchez had intentionally started the blaze. Security guard hospitalized after shooting in Grand Crossing Village inspectors deemed four nearby units uninhabitable due to damage from the fire, smoke and water.Sanchez has been charged with one count of aggravated arson. Authorities say she will remain in custody until her next court date on November 6.If convicted, Sanchez could face up to 30 years in prison.

2 injured in shooting near funeral home on Southwest Side

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

CHICAGO — An investigation is underway on Saturday night after a shooting outside of a funeral home on the city's Southwest Side, police say.According to Chicago police, two people were injured in the shooting, which happened around 4:40 p.m. on Saturday afternoon in the 5100 block of South Western Avenue in Gage Park. 8-year-old boy killed, woman injured after stabbing in Plainfield Township Officers say a 32-year-old man was shot in the arm and was taken to the hospital in fair condition. The second victim, a 72-year-old woman, suffered gunshot wounds to the leg, arm and side of her body. Police say she was taken to the hospital in good condition.Officers later recovered a vehicle in the 4200 block of West Gladys Avenue that police believe was used in the shooting. Police say two persons of interest were also taken in for questioning. Security guard hospitalized after shooting in Grand Crossing Currently, it is unclear what led to the shooting and officers say an investig...

Proposed new standards would change how Minnesota students learn social studies

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

By Becky Z. Dernbach | Sahan Journal / For MPR NewsMinnesota’s social studies standards are getting a long-awaited makeover — if an administrative law judge approves them this winter.On Sept. 25, the Minnesota Department of Education released a document outlining the “need and reasonableness” for the new standards.That may sound dry and bureaucratic. But the document marks the beginning of the end of a sometimes contentious three-year process that could result in major changes to the way Minnesota students learn social studies.If approved, the proposed changes will incorporate ethnic studies into state social studies standards for the first time. Those standards would go into effect in the 2026–27 school year.Minnesota law requires the revision of academic standards every 10 years. A 36-member committee that included teachers, parents, university professors and tribal representatives developed the proposed social studies standards. They consulted a wide range of materials, including...

River Falls suffers first loss of the season in top 10 matchup with Warhawks

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

Wis.-River Falls is undefeated no more, and it was a familiar foil who handed the Falcons their first loss of the season.No. 7 Wis.-Whitewater turned back the No. 4-ranked Falcons 21-14 on Saturday at Ramer Field, creating a three-way logjam at second place in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference football race.River Falls, Whitewater and Oshkosh are all 5-1 overall and 2-1 in the WIAC, one game behind Wis.-La Crosse (5-1, 3-0). The Falcons finish their regular season with games against La Crosse and at Oshkosh.It was an underwhelming performance from both sides of the ball for the Falcons, especially on offense, where they fell short of their season averages in rushing yards, passing yards and total points. Quarterback Kaleb Blaha, a senior from Coon Rapids, threw for 211 yards and a touchdown and rushed for 103 yards and a touchdown but also threw two interceptions.The Falcons lost the turnover battle 4-2, and Whitewater also dominated time of possession, holding the b...

LLS Light the Night walk for blood cancer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society gathered as a community to raise money for blood cancer research and treatment. Their 60th annual Light the Night fundraiser anticipated over 2,000 people to walk the Siena College campus.Described as holding the fifth largest fundraising walks in the world, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society has raised over one billion dollars since its start in 1949. The local New York chapter was founded in 1963 by the Ostroff family and others. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "They thought when I was born in 1960 that I had leukemia. At the time, leukemia was fatal. There was no survival," described Rick Ostroff of Ostroff Associates.Rick Ostroff was eventually diagnosed with a different blood disorder and later became co-chair of the Light the Night Fundraiser with the co-owner of Lia Cars, Bill Lia. Together they raise money for a cure. Bad Blood 5K Run to be held at Siena Col...

Blues outlast Kraken for 2-1 shootout win in home opener

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Blues weathered through their second game of the season very similar to their first. Tight through three periods, stout goaltending paved the way to a shootout. This time around, for a win. The Blues defeated the Seattle Kraken in their home opener on Saturday at the Enterprise Center. The Blues won their fourth consecutive home opener. Former Blue Jaden Schwartz opened the scoring in the first minute second period, while Jordan Kyrou answered later that frame. Robert Thomas had the shootout winner. Jordan Binnington stole the show with 30 saves. Check back for extended recap.

Two shot, one killed in St. Louis' Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Two people were shot and one has died after a shooting Saturday evening in St. Louis' Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood. The shooting happened around 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of Jefferson Avenue and Gamble Street. Investigators say a 23-year-old man was fatally shot. From Israel to St. Louis: Couple’s journey home filled with hope for peace Police say the second victim was shot in the foot, though injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. The age or gender of the other victim has not been disclosed. Homicide detectives with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department are investigating the shooting. No suspect information is available at this time. This is a developing story. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

San Jose State erupts in second half to rout New Mexico, 52-24

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

Kairee Robinson scored a career-high four touchdowns and totaled 189 yards from scrimmage to lead San Jose State to a 52-24 win over New Mexico on Saturday afternoon.Chevan Cordeiro completed 8 of 17 passes for 272 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Quali Conley added 123 yards and a touchdown.Robinson and Conley combined for 249 of the Spartans’ 259 rushing yards as San Jose (2-5, 1-2 Mountain West Conference) snapped a three-game losing streak.“I was just so proud of our team and how they responded after halftime,” said coach Brent Brennan. “I think that’s who we can be. We’ve done it in spurts, but not enough collectively. I think that was a really awesome way for us to close out a game.”The Spartans took an early 14-10 lead after Robinson scored a 35-yard touchdown run with 4 minutes left in the second quarter.On New Mexico’s final drive of the second half, the Lobos drove the ball 71 yards on 10 plays that was capped off by a Jacory Croskey-Merritt 4-yard touchdown to put N...

No. 7 Washington holds off No. 8 Oregon 36-33 to remain unbeaten

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:51:25 GMT

SEATTLE (AP) — Michael Penix Jr. threw an 18-yard touchdown pass to Rome Odunze with 1:38 remaining after another debatable fourth-down decision by Oregon, and Camden Lewis missed a 43-yard field goal attempt on the final play as No. 7 Washington held off No. 8 Oregon 36-33 on Saturday in another wild chapter to their heated rivalry.Penix needed just two plays to go 53 yards in 33 seconds after Oregon was stopped on foruth-and-3 at the Washington 47 with 2:11 remaining. Penix threw a 35-yard strike to Ja’Lynn Polk between two defenders, then hit Odunze on a back-shoulder throw at the goal line to give Washington (6-0, 3-0 Pac-12) the lead.It was Penix’s fourth touchdown pass of the game and his second time connecting with Odunze, who had eight catches for 128 yards.Oregon quarterback Bo Nix had one last chance to get the Ducks (5-1, 2-1) into field goal range and reached the Washington 25 with 17 seconds left. Nix missed with his next two passes and on the final play of the game Lew...