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Sen. Menendez refuses to resign as lawmaker pressure grows

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Pressure is growing from lawmakers for Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) to resign after his indictment Friday."The allegations leveled against me are just that, allegations," Menendez said.In his first event since his indictment, Menendez said he's not stepping down."When all the facts are presented, not only will I be exonerated, but I still will be the New Jersey's senior senator," he said.Federal prosecutors accuse the senator and his wife, Nadine, of accepting hundreds and thousands of dollars in bribes and gifts from New Jersey businessmen. Menendez said the cash didn't come from anyone else."Now this may seem old-fashioned, but these were monies drawn from my personal savings account," Menendez said.Although Menendez wants to stay in office, some Democrats are calling on the Garden State senator to resign."I do believe that it is in the best interest for Sen. Menendez to resign in this moment," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said.Ocasio-Cortez told CBS...

David McCallum of 'NCIS,' 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' dies at 90

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actor David McCallum, who became a teen heartthrob in the hit series "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." in the 1960s and was the eccentric medical examiner in the popular "NCIS" 40 years later, has died. He was 90.McCallum died Monday of natural causes surrounded by family at New York Presbyterian Hospital, CBS said in a statement.“David was a gifted actor and author, and beloved by many around the world. He led an incredible life, and his legacy will forever live on through his family and the countless hours on film and television that will never go away,” said a statement from CBS.THE MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E. -- Pictured: (l-r) Robert Vaughn as Napoleon Solo, David McCallum as Illya Kuryakin (Photo by NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images)THE MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E. -- "The Deadly Toys Affair" Episode 209 -- Pictured: (l-r) Diane McBain as Joanna Lydecker, David McCallum as Illya Kuryakin -- (Photo by: NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Ge...

A biomarker for long Covid? Plus more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

Medical Watch Digest for Sept 25Long Covid BiomarkerTwo new studies hoping to clear up the mysteries of long Covid.The studies are examining the biology behind the chronic condition, with an aim to pin point the hallmarks of it.Experts say long Covid can often be misdiagnosed as depression or a mental condition. But identifying biomarkers would give scientists an objective way to identify who has long Covid and how to treat it. More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch Big tobacco may be responsible for junk food additionsA new study claims tobacco companies are responsible for hooking Americans on junk food.In the '80s, tobacco giants Phillip Morris and R.J. Reynolds acquired Kraft, General Mills, and Nabisco. By the 2000s, they offloaded the companies.But a new study finds during the years of tobacco industry ownership,  junk foods were more likely to contain ingredients that drive people to crave and overeat them than those owned by other companies.In the past 30 years, these foo...

Test of FEMA emergency alert system planned for early October

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — If an alarm blares on your phone the first week of October, don't worry – it might just be a test. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said they will conduct a test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023.All major U.S. wireless providers participate in the emergency alert system and will transmit the national test to their customers. If your phone is on and within range of an active cell tower, from a participating wireless provider, you should receive the national test, FEMA and FCC said. New IRS ‘$600 rule’ also applies to resold tickets, side hustles like Etsy According to FEMA, the test will take place at approximately 2:20 p.m. Eastern Time on Oct. 4. If there’s widespread severe weather on Oct. 4, the test will be postponed by one week so it doesn’t create confusion between real emergency alerts and the test. The backup test date is Wednesday, Oct. 11. ...

Megan Rapinoe has her USWNT farewell in Chicago

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

CHICAGO — Fans in the "Windy City" were witness to the end of a remarkable international career in the sport of soccer from one of the greatest players in the history of the United States women's national team. Megan Rapinoe made the most of her final match in the place where he professional career began. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)The midfielder took the pitch for the last time at Soldier Field on Sunday as the USWNT faced South Africa in an international friendly. It was her 203rd and final appearance for the United States, completing a career where she helped the team to two Women's World Cup titles.Rapinoe will end her overall soccer career when her season with the OL Reign of the National Women's Soccer League concludes.(Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)Before the match, she was honored with a ceremony that included the presentation of a jersey in tribute to her time with the national team from 2006-2023. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)Rapinoe was in the ...

Isolated evening storms after significant Sunday hailstorm

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Following Sunday night's damaging hailstorm in parts of the Austin Metro area, we expect overall quieter weather through the work week.Sunday night, an intense supercell thunderstorm produced nearly softball size hail in Round Rock, and damaging hail from Georgetown down to East Austin. The largest hailstone reported was 3.75" in diameter in Round Rock, where windshields were shattered. PHOTOS: Large, damaging hail pummels parts of Central Texas Monday evening, heat and humidity remain in place as a cool front moves into the area. This will combine for a chance of isolated thunderstorms, mainly from Austin southward, but we do not expect damaging hail like we saw on Sunday.Low risk of severe storms Monday afternoon/eveningFollowing this evening's slight storm chance, dry, unseasonably hot weather returns through the work week and into the first weekend of October. Austin is currently in the midst of its second-hottest September on record. BLOG: El Niño into 2024...

Round Rock dealerships see hail damage, expect deals for dented cars

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Late Sunday, hail pounded areas in Central Texas, including the Round Rock and Georgetown areas. Hail reports included some hail stones between 2 inches and 3 inches in diameter. Photos at the Round Rock Hyundai and Round Rock Honda dealerships show hail-damaged windshields and dented vehicles. PHOTOS: Large, damaging hail pummels parts of Central Texas Steve David, the general manager of Steele GMC Round Rock, told KXAN the dealership saw cracked windshields and significant damage, but there isn't a cost damage estimate yet. He said, fortunately, there were no broken windshields or sunroofs—meaning no water damage. Hail damage at Round Rock Hyundai on Sept. 24, 2023 (KXAN Photo/Todd Bynum)Hail damage at Round Rock Hyundai on Sept. 24, 2023 (KXAN Photo/Todd Bynum)Hail damage at Round Rock Hyundai on Sept. 24, 2023 (KXAN Photo/Todd Bynum)Hail damage at Round Rock Hyundai on Sept. 24, 2023 (KXAN Photo/Todd Bynum)Hail damage at Round Rock Honda on Sept. 25, 2023. (KX...

What to know before attending the 2023 Austin City Limits Music Festival

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The 22nd Austin City Limits Music Festival is just around the corner, and festival organizers alongside city leaders are laying out all the crucial things attendees need to know before arriving at Zilker Park.What's happening at Zilker Park?The 2023 ACL Music Festival runs Oct. 6-8 and Oct. 13-15. Festival crews are currently setting up fencing and other elements at Zilker Park.ACL_LoadInOut_StreetClosures_MAP_20230811DownloadWhat can I bring to ACL? What's prohibited?Attendees can bring the following items to Zilker Park:Clear bags made of clear plastic, vinyl or pvc which aren't larger than 12" by 6" by 12"Small clutch purses or fanny packs with only one pocket, and clutch purses that aren't larger than 6" by 9"Empty reusable water bottles and hydration packs, as well as plastic or aluminum water bottlesBaby strollersFrisbeesChairsBinocularsBlankets, sheets and towelsCameras that basic point and shoot versions without detachable lenses or other accessories, such a...

Asked to improve his faceoffs, Connor Dewar shows immediate improvement

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

In 81 games last season, his first full one in the NHL, Connor Dewar won only 41 percent of his 503 draws. The Wild asked the young center to make improving in that area an emphasis this summer.“We challenged him at the end of the year to make that part of his role on our hockey club,” coach Dean Evason said Monday.In 2022-23, there were 63 players with 500 or more draws and won at least 50 percent of them. The leader, Chicago’s Jonathan Toews, won 63.1 percent of 941 of faceoffs.Dewar took the challenge seriously.“There was a lot of work on grip strength and a little more upper body strength than usual,” he said Monday after a team scrimmage that included special teams and even strength sessions.In the world of small sample sizes, one preseason game is about as small as it gets, but Dewar’s success in the circle Sunday was overwhelming. According to the scoresheet, the 24-year-old won 14 of his 19 draws in a 4-3 victory over Colorado on Sunday in Denver.That’s 73.6 percent, and Eva...

Charles J. Murray: What we need to hear, but won’t hear, about America’s transition to electric vehicles

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

CHICAGO — With the coming of the annual National Electric Drive Week, we are again likely to hear politicians and proponents sing the praises of electric vehicles. EVs, we will be told, are going to change life in Illinois because they are cleaner, easier to maintain and fun to drive.But here’s what we should also be discussing, although we probably won’t: There’s a giant transition on the horizon. Sixty countries, including the entire European Union, are calling for a complete ban on combustion cars starting in 2035. In the U.S., 15 states have now joined in, and more could follow. So it would be nice if the governors of the other states, including Illinois, would tell us where we stand.Given this looming transition, the following matters also need to be addressed:CostFor most Americans, there’s still a cost issue.According to the 2020 U.S. census, the average annual American household income is $67,521 per year. Yet the average income for an owner of ...