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Chicago man exonerated after spending 28 years in prison

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

CHICAGO — A 46-year-old man has had his wrongful conviction of double murder officially overturned after spending 28 years behind bars.David Wright was first arrested in Aug. 1994 for killing his friends Tyrone Rockett and Robert Smith, according to a release from his attorneys. It goes on to state, in "his petition for post-conviction relief, no physical evidence linked him to the murders, nor did any eyewitness witness identify him as being the perpetrator. Instead, in a story that has become all too common, Mr. Wright was convicted based on statements – a false “confession” – he signed following a grueling, abusive 14-hour interrogation by Chicago Police Detectives James Cassidy, Kenneth Boudreau, and John Halloran." Several 7-Elevens robbed across Chicago in last 3 days WGN plans to livestream a press conference following his official exoneration hearing within this story. More details of his case will be added later today.

Jersey Mike's says it will donate 100% of Wednesday's sales to charity

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

(KFDX/KJTL) — All Jersey Mike's Subs locations nationwide are participating in a Day of Giving by donating all of the day's sales to local nonprofit organizations. According to a press release from the company, 100% of all sales made – not just the day's profits – on Wednesday will be donated to a charity serving the area where the store is located. The company estimates $20 million will be donated by day's end. The charity initiative is part of Jersey Mike's 13th annual Month of Giving fundraising campaign, which culminates in the company's nationwide Day of Giving.All of Jersey Mike's nearly 2,500 U.S. locations are participating, but where the money goes varies based on location. Causes include Make-A-Wish funds, fighting childhood hunger, contributing to cancer survivors' college funds, local Boys & Girls Clubs and more. You can find out where your local Jersey Mike's is donating the day's proceeds on the company's website. The company said its annual Day of Giving is its bu...

What to know about Cubs' 2023 Opening Day at Wrigley Field

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

CHICAGO — It's going to be a little chilly and a bit cloudy, but everyone around the "Friendly Confines" will be having a "sunny" disposition on Thursday.That's because a new Cubs baseball season will be getting underway at Wrigley Field as the club faces the Brewers for their first of 81 home games and 162 overall contests for the 2023 season.With a mix of new free agents and a number of returners last year, the club is hoping to take another step closer to the playoffs after being outside looking in the last two seasons. Here are some things to know as the Cubs get ready to open the 2023 home schedule on Thursday. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)The BasicsThe Cubs are playing in their 148th National League season with an 80-65-2 record overall on Opening Day and a 30-25-2 record in their home opener. In those games played at Wrigley Field, the club is 24-24-1.Game time for the opener against the Brewers is set for 1:20 p.m. central time with gates at the ballpark opening to f...

Celebrating WGN's 75th anniversary with director Steve Novak

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

When you talk about people synonymous with WGN-TV, Bozo, Harry Caray and Tom Skilling are top of mind. But when it comes to people who work behind the scenes, Steve Novak is a rock star. He started at WGN almost 50 years ago during the days when tv news was relatively new, the Cubs were beamed around the world and Bozo was king. Steve -- who is the debut director of Daytime Chicago - talks about how and why WGN has been at the top of its game for 75 years.Daytime Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Summit Avenue bike trail opponent sues St. Paul for emails, text messages, studies

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

Robert Cattanach, an attorney opposed to a proposed elevated bike trail along Summit Avenue, has filed a lawsuit and request for a temporary restraining order against the city of St. Paul, claiming violations of the state’s Data Practices Act.Cattanach, a partner with Dorsey and Whitney, has been providing free legal counsel to Save Our Street, the coalition of residents opposed to the bike trail, as well as the Summit Avenue Residential Preservation Association. The lawsuit was filed on his own behalf.Cattanach’s 20-page lawsuit says that he’s filed 10 separate requests for city documents, text messages and communications under the state’s Data Practices Act, some dating back more than eight months, and the city has yet to produce the requested information.Among his requests is all text messages and communications between city employees and a Grand Avenue toy store owner supportive of the bike trail.The city has promoted the potential 4.7-mile protected bike...

Kingston man arrested for drug charges, driving with a suspended license

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

ULSTER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Ulster Police Department arrested Joshua J. Thaisz, 41, of Kingston, at 2:23 a.m. on Wednesday morning. Thaisz was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd Degree, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree, and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in the 3rd Degree. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The arrest stemmed from a traffic stop on Route 28. Police discovered that Thaisz was driving with a suspended license. Police say Thaisz had a quantity of heroin and drug paraphernalia on his person. Officers also located cocaine inside the vehicle.Thaisz was processed and arraigned on Wednesday. He was remanded to the Ulster County Jail without bail.

Winning scratch-off ticket sold in Ballston Spa

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York Lottery reports Jeffrey Duval of Branford, Connecticut won the million-dollar top prize on a New York Lottery Multiplier Money scratch-off game on March 28. Duval purchased the ticket from Cumberland Farms on Route 67 in Ballston Spa. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Duval received a single lump sum payment of $546,840 after withholdings. The lottery explains as of March 28 there were two top prizes left on the Multiplier Money ticket. Players can check the status of any scratch-off game by downloading the Game Report on the NY Lottery website.

Saratoga Springs PD to host Spring Event in Congress Park

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga Springs Police Department is hosting a Spring Event at Congress Park on April 7. The family-friendly event is free of charge and will run from 12 to 2 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Activities include family photos with the Easter Bunny, face painting, and an Army National Guard inflatable obstacle course. Hot dogs and refreshments will be available.

Second warrant to be issued for armed robbery suspect

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

GLENVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Tuesday, the Glenville Police Department arrested Jason Giordano, 37, of Schenectady. During a traffic stop, police discovered Giordano had a warrant from an armed robbery investigation. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The robbery occurred at the Speedway at 123 Freemans Bridge Road on the morning of March 9. A suspect entered the store, handed a note to the employee that implied he had a weapon, took a significant amount of cash, and left.Giordano was charged with Robbery in the 1st Degree and Petit Larceny. He was arraigned and released on his own recognizance. Giordano was scheduled to appear in Glenville Town Court at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday but failed to show up. The Glenville Town Court will have to issue another warrant for his arrest.

EPA finds radioactive contamination in more areas of West Lake Landfill

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:47:57 GMT

BRIDGETON — Radioactive waste in the West Lake Landfill is more widespread than previously thought, officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Tuesday.The finding is based on two years of testing at the St. Louis County site, which has held thousands of tons of radioactive waste for decades. An underground “fire” in another area of the landfill threatens to exacerbate the issue, which residents believe is responsible for a host of mysterious illnesses.Chris Jump, the EPA’s remedial project manager for the site, said the findings don’t change the agency’s planned cleanup strategy or the level of risk the site poses to the surrounding residents. The radioactive waste is still within the footprint of the landfill, she said.“The site boundaries themselves aren’t expanding, but the area that will need the radioactive protective cover is larger than previously known,” Jump said to a crowd of about 50 Tuesday night at the District 9 Machinists hall in Bridgeton.The Missou...