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Missing 24-year-old man found dead in Des Plaines River in Joliet

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

JOLIET, Ill. — A man missing for more than two weeks was found dead Thursday in the Des Plaines River in Joliet, according to the Will County Coroner's Office.Jason Bingham, 24, of Joliet, died after he was pulled to the shore by the Joliet Fire Department. Workers found him around 2:45 p.m. near the 300 block of Railroad Street. Joliet man found guilty of 2019 Harrah’s Casino stabbing death Joliet police said he was reported missing by family members on May 3.The coroner's office said an autopsy is scheduled for Friday and a final cause and manner of death will be determined at a later date.The incident is under investigation by the Joliet Police Department.WGN-TV News reached out to police for additional information on Thursday night and is awaiting a response.

AISD board approves pay raises for teachers and staff

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved pay raises for it teachers and staff during a school board meeting Thursday.Texas is reeling from a record number of teacher resignations, according to information obtained by KXAN.KXAN Investigators obtained exit forms from hundreds of Austin ISD teachers who quit their jobs in the middle of the school year since the pandemic began, and similar data from several other districts across the state.Both reveal how inflation, stagnant salaries and last-minute legislative mandates led to state-wide teacher shortages.While state lawmakers have some impact on teacher salaries through legislation, it is up to school districts across the state to build on state-mandated salary minimums for teachers.

After convention chaos, Minnesota DFL committee gives initial nod to ban those engaged in violence

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The executive committee of Minnesota’s Democratic Farmer Labor Party gave initial approval on Thursday to bylaws that would permanently ban anyone who engages in or incites acts of violence from participating in party activities, after a weekend endorsing convention for a Minneapolis City Council seat erupted in chaos.The executive committee also agreed Thursday that if those bylaws receive final approval from the DFL State Central Committee, the candidate whose supporters are accused of instigating the Saturday melee will be permanently disqualified from seeking and receiving the party’s endorsement. Ken Martin, chair of the state Democratic Party organization, called the melee that erupted Saturday night “unacceptable.” The DFL is an affiliate of the state Democratic Party.Video circulating on social media shows that the disturbance began after supporters of incumbent Aisha Chughtai took the stage to seek delegates’ backing fo...

Pastors on Patrol walk for Village Barber and Beauty

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -Albany saw a total of five shootings over Mother's Day weekend. On Saturday, Village Barber and Beauty was shot into, leaving one dead and two injured.Village Barber and Beauty owner, Reverend Reginald Graham, is using the aftermath of the shooting for a way to keep Albany informed and connected. To do so, Graham turned to Pastors on Patrol. Albany community honors barber after tragic barbershop shooting "The barber shop is all of us together. It's not just the Barber's, it's the whole community. So we want to be here together. It brought back forth some healing. It gave us a lot of hope and inspiration to want to continue to go on," said Graham. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Pastors on Patrol is the result of a partnership between members of clergy and the Albany Police Department. Together, they walk the streets to check in with the public. Bishop Avery Comithier doesn't take to the streets empt...

Plant thief hits Granite City park, stealing flowers, garden equipment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

GRANITE CITY, Ill. - FOX 2 has learned thieves have been repeatedly targeting a St. Louis area gem, the historic botanical garden Wilson Park in Granite City. They are stealing planted flowers by the dozen and lawn and garden equipment.“I consider (the garden) the heart of Granite City,” said Patrice Chandler, a visitor Thursday. “I just think it’s a special place. I tell people I’m going to my ‘Zen’ garden." In-N-Out Burger poised for major expansion, including in Missouri “It’s definitely a special place. The community really takes a lot of pride in this. That’s why it’s really frustrating,” said Justin Brinkmeyer, director of parks for Granite City. “It’s kind of a hidden gem.”Thieves have hit the garden five times this spring, he said. Mixed in with the rows of flowers, there are now empty patches where flowers have been dug up from an oasis of plants, flowers, water features, and walking paths started by benefactor Ernest Sieveking in the 1920s.The thefts occurred between 2:0...

Robbery suspect released on bond after prosecutor delays

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A criminal defendant accused of stealing a car at gunpoint was released on an ankle monitor after repeated delays by the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office.The defendant, Levi Henning, also once faced a murder charge that was previously dropped because of prosecutor failures.Only FOX 2 was in the courtroom when the judge faced a difficult decision, exacerbated by a no-show prosecutor.Judge Clinton Wright acknowledged that a new prosecutor’s office administration seems intent on doing better at avoiding future justice delays. However, the robbery defendant’s lawyer, W. David Mueller, successfully argued to the judge that future progress does not negate years of neglect.“No one showed up today for court, representing the state in this case, so what are we left with?” Mueller said after the hearing.His client, Henning, is accused of stealing a car while using a weapon near the Central West End in December 2018.Henning was also later charged with murdering Parkway West High...

Late freeze in March and current dry conditions affected summer crops

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo - Some people are noticing gardens and fruit trees are producing fewer blooms than normal. Summertime means picking strawberries, eating peaches fresh from the tree, and picking blackberries from the vine, but this year looks a little different."Our strawberry crop was really poor this year, and I think there is a lot of variables," said Andy Welle with Thies Farm and Market in Maryland Heights. "Water was one, the cold was one, the plants got to us a little later last year. But they're still picking. They're still blooming. We're going to get a few berries out of it. But the main crop is gone."He said below-average rainfall is impacting the growth of some crops. In-N-Out Burger poised for major expansion, including in Missouri "We've actually been watering constantly as soon as we get stuff planted. Like we've got here today," Welle said. "Cantaloupes and watermelons actually went in yesterday, and the water is actually on them right now just to keep them goi...

Last place Cardinals playing like a first place team  

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Cardinals fans are known for their loyalty. This season has put their devotion to the test. The team quickly slid into last place in April. Even though the Cardinals remain in last place, they headed into Thursday’s game having won eight out of their last 10 games.“They’re getting their pitching under control, and the bats are going,” said Kreg Menning, a St. Louis Cardinals fan attending Thursday night’s game. “It’s a long season.”Some fans still believe the team is a playoff contender and can go from last to first. Many fans remain positive.“They keep fighting every night,” said Sterling Davis, a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan. “They haven’t given up on themselves.” Trending -- Three Missouri cities make ‘Best Places to Live’ list “I’m definitely optimistic,” said Patrick McConnell, a St. Louis Cardinals fan attending Thursday’s game.He said he believes the team has shown character by bouncing back after the dreadful start to the season.The Cardinals ente...

How global temperatures affect the St. Louis region

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS – We are in the middle of a major global pattern change. We are moving from our third La Nina year to an El Niño pattern. And there are some indications that this pattern could be what’s called a Super Niño. That sounds pretty ominous – and it could be.The last Super Niño pattern was in 2016, and we saw the warmest global temperature on record. It also could bring a heightened risk of droughts and floods and stronger storms. However, it could also bring a quieter hurricane season. But what does that all mean to St. Louis? Let’s dive into it.JuneWe begin June a bit behind the eight ball. April and May have trended dry and our yearly average for rainfall is running a little bit short.The drought severity across Missouri is heightened just a bit because of this. So, we need rain.Ask your lawn or garden. I’ve seen more sprinklers running in the last few weeks because of this. I think the dry pattern of the last few weeks will continue into June. We will have some opportun...

PHOTOS: Denver Nuggets beat Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of NBA Western Conference Finals

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:59:09 GMT

The Denver Nuggets came back to beat the Los Angeles Lakes 108-103 Thursday evening at Ball Arena.Denver leads the series 2-0 as the NBA Western Conference Finals head to Los Angeles for Game 3.Related ArticlesDenver Nuggets | Jamal Murray’s 23-point fourth quarter stakes Nuggets to 2-0 series lead over Lakers Denver Nuggets | Nuggets 3-pointers: Anthony Davis disappears, Jamal Murray takes over in Game 2 win for Denver Denver Nuggets | Keeler: Nuggets fans “need to stop” with LeBron James, Lakers conspiracy theories, Reggie Miller, Kenny Smith say Denver Nuggets | How it happened: Jamal Murray leads Denver past LA in Game 2 of Western Conference Finals Denver Nuggets | Nuggets’ Bruce Brown: “Goal” was to take Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell out of the game