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Death toll from Maui wildfire reaches 89, making it the deadliest in the US in more than 100 years

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — A fire that swept through a picturesque town in Maui this week has killed at least 89 people, authorities said Saturday, making it the deadliest U.S. wildfire of the past century.The newly released figure surpassed the toll of the 2018 Camp Fire in northern California, which left 85 dead. A century earlier, the 1918 Cloquet Fire broke out in drought-stricken northern Minnesota and raced through a number of rural communities, destroying thousands of homes and killing hundreds.At least two other fires have been burning in Maui, with no fatalities reported thus far: in south Maui’s Kihei area and in the mountainous, inland communities known as Upcountry. A fourth broke out Friday evening in Kaanapali, a coastal community in West Maui north of Lahaina, but crews were able to extinguish it, authorities said.THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Federal emergency workers with axes and cadaver dogs picked through the ...

Nonprofit Style Saves hosts back-to-school event at Mana Wynwood Convention Center

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

Style Saves is back in Miami to make sure every child has what they need to succeed in school.The nonprofit organization set up shop at the Mana Wynwood Convention Center this weekend.They’re handing out uniforms, backpacks and other school essentials to those in need.Janette Campbell said she received school supplies for her grandson.“It’s helping a great deal, because if this wasn’t here, we wouldn’t be able to afford at this time the things that he really needs for school,” she said.The 13th annual event runs through Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on Style Saves, click here.

Boston police investigating shooting in Dorchester shortly after shots fired incident

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

Boston police officers are investigating a shooting in Dorchester on Saturday that happened shortly after shots were fired nearby, officials said.Officers responding to a report of shots fired near a basketball game at Harambee park around 8:40 a.m. found ballistics evidence in the area, according to police.Soon after, police responded to a reported shooting at the intersection of Pleasant and Savin Hill avenues found a person suffering from non-life-threatening gunshot wounds, police said.Investigators believe both scenes are connected.No additional information was immediately available.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

Death toll in Maui rises to 89 with 2,200 structures destroyed or damaged. Follow live updates

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

By REBECCA BOONE (Associated Press)Follow live updates about wildfires that have devastated parts of Maui in Hawaii this week, destroying a historic town and forcing evacuations. The National Weather Service said Hurricane Dora, which passed south of the island chain, was partly to blame for strong winds that initially drove the flames, knocking out power and grounding firefighting helicopters.In a press conference Saturday, Gov. Josh Green said the number of confirmed deaths from the Maui wildfires has risen to 89, making it the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than 100 years.There were 2,200 structures destroyed or damaged by the fast-moving fires this past week, Green said.Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said he expects the death toll to rise in what is already the second-deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century. While walking down Front Street, he told reporters that some victims were positively identified Saturday.“I had tears this morning,” Green said, adding that he w...

Mets allow 6 homers in Game 1, get shutout in Game 2 as Braves sweep doubleheader

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

A group of Triple-A pitchers and a lineup of mostly Triple-A hitters faced the best team in baseball twice Saturday afternoon at Citi Field. The results were predictable.In the first game of a twin bill, the Mets were walloped by the Atlanta Braves, 21-3. Daniel Vogelbach’s three-run homer off right-hander Michael Tonkin put the Mets (52-54) on the board in the bottom of the eighth to prevent a second shutout in as many days.However, the Mets were unable to avoid the same fate in the nightcap, falling 6-0.Spencer Strider, an NL Cy Young Award favorite, shut the Mets out for seven innings. Jose Quintana took his fourth tough-luck loss (0-4) since making his season debut, holding the Braves to only a single run on four hits and three walks over six innings.“Obviously, it got away from us,” said manager Buck Showalter said after the matinee contest. “We’re not doing much offensively. Until Vogey’s home run, it had been a real challenge for us.”...

Pitchers settling into new minor-league locations after being traded to the Chicago White Sox organization

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

Jake Eder was heading out to shag fly balls when he heard his name on television.“I turned around and saw that and then got a bunch of calls from the Marlins, from the White Sox, telling me what was going on,” Eder said during a video conference Wednesday.The left-handed minor-league pitcher learned he had been traded from the Miami Marlins organization to the Chicago White Sox in exchange for infielder Jake Burger on Aug. 1.“The immediate reaction, I was just kind of fired up to join a new team and just pick up where I left off there,” Eder said.Eder was one of six pitchers the Sox acquired in moves by the Aug. 1 trade deadline. He joined right-hander Nick Nastrini and lefty Ky Bush at Double-A Birmingham.Nastrini, right-hander Jordan Leasure and veteran outfielder Trayce Thompson were acquired from the Los Angeles Dodgers for pitchers Lance Lynn and Joe Kelly on July 28. Leasure is at Triple-A Charlotte.Bush and switch-hitting catcher Edgar Quero were the r...

Sandy Alcantara tosses complete game, dominates Yankees as Marlins tie series

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

MIAMI — Another day, another opener.The Yankees asked a reliever to start for the third consecutive game on Saturday, this time turning to Michael King after two samplings of Ian Hamilton. But King, a former starter, put the Yankees in an immediate hole. With Sandy Alcantara, the National League’s reigning Cy Young winner, pitching for the Marlins, Miami cruised to a 3-1, series-tying victory.King, who the pitching-desperate Yankees are trying to stretch out, woke up eager to make his first “start” since 2021. But Luis Arraez put a damper on the right-hander’s day, crushing a 409-foot, two-run homer in the first inning.King gave the Yankees two innings and 41 pitches while allowing those two earned runs and four hits. He struck out three before giving way to Jhony Brito.For the second straight day, the Yankees’ bulk guy — a rookie and a starter by trade — pitched well. After Randy Vásquez allowed two earned runs over 3.2 innings o...

Three injured due to gunshots near St. Lawrence Market

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

Two adult men have suffered non-life-threatening injuries and a child has superficial injuries due to being shot in the area of The Esplanade and Princess Street, near St. Lawrence Market, on Saturday evening.Police responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 6:00 p.m. and located three people with gunshot wounds.Two males, one man in his 50’s and one man in his 80’s, were both transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries but police report the injuries are now non-life-threatening.A child under the age of five also suffered a superficial gunshot wound.There is an ongoing investigation and drivers should expect road closures in the area.The suspect is described as male, tall, and thin wearing all black. The suspect vehicle is a dark grey vehicle with dark rims.Police say this was a targeted shooting and there is no risk to public safety.

5-year-old pedestrian hospitalized after Irving Park car crash, driver in custody

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

CHICAGO — A five-year-old boy is in the hospital after being hit by a car while crossing the street in the Irving Park neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department.Police said a 29-year-old man was driving a sedan northbound in the 4300 block of North Monticello Avenue around 1:30 p.m., when a five-year-old boy tried crossing the street.The driver of the sedan then hit the five-year-old boy in the crosswalk, continued driving northbound, and came to a stop after hitting several parked vehicles in the 4700 block of North Monticello Avenue.At this point, the driver of the sedan tried to flee the scene of the incident on foot, but was taken into custody by police in the 4600 block of North Monticello Avenue.The five-year-old was taken to Lurie Children's Hospital from the scene with abrasions to his arms and knees, and is currently in fair condition. JB Pritzker signs Firearms Industry Responsibility Act into law Police said charges are pending in the investigation of thi...

Saturday Night Forecast: Mostly clear skies, low-mid 60's

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:40:20 GMT

Saturday Night: Mostly clear skies. NNE 5-10 mph. Low mid 60sChicago Area Radar | WGN TVSunday: Partly cloudy AM, increasing PM clouds. NW 5-10 mphHigh 83, upper 70s lakeside. Extended outlook has a chance of showers back in the forecast by Sunday night and continuing with on/off showers/t'storms into Monday. Highs cooler on Monday near 80. Trending back to dry for Tue/Wed and hotter with temps close to 90. Some storms roll through on Thursday with highs in the 80s.