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LOUISVILLE, KY — John Fredrick Hoppes, a proud World War II veteran, celebrated a remarkable milestone on September 24, turning 100 years old. The milestone was marked with a special party hosted by friends and family at Kingfish in Jeffersonville, Indiana, on Sunday, honoring his long and distinguished life. What Happened Hoppes, who served in the U.S. Navy for eight years, enlisted in 1943 and was honorably discharged in 1951. His journey through life has been marked by resilience and service, and he shared his secret to living such a long life: “I have good genes, and if you have…
ROCHESTER, NY — The Rochester City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Quinnas Shlnar Williams, who has been missing since September 19, 2025. Authorities believe Quinnas may still be in the local area. What Happened Quinnas was last seen on September 19, 2025, and authorities are concerned for his well-being. Despite their efforts, he has not been located, and investigators are seeking any information that could lead to his safe return. What You Can Do If you have any information regarding Quinnas’s whereabouts, please contact the Rochester City Police Department immediately at 1-585-428-7113. Every tip…
CHICAGO (AP) – Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw insisted he has no regrets about missing a game to attend the memorial for his friend Charlie Kirk, saying he had an invitation from the right-wing commentator’s widow and permission from the team to attend the event in Glendale, Arizona. What we know: Shaw said Tuesday that Kirk’s widow Erika texted asking him to attend the event, and he was “not concerned at all” about any backlash toward him for going. He said he and Kirk lived in the same apartment complex in Arizona and connected through their faith. “Whatever backlash…
WAUKEGAN, Ill. – A pregnant woman and her unborn child were killed in a hit-and-run crash on Sunday in suburban Waukegan. The suspected driver in the crash turned herself in to police on Tuesday, according to the Waukegan Police Department. What we know: Police were called to the scene in the 1100 block of Grand Avenue around 11:35 p.m. on Sunday. Officers found the female victim lying unresponsive in the westbound lanes of the street. First responders later learned she was pregnant. The car involved had left the scene prior to the officers’ arrival. Officers performed CPR on the woman…
GARY, Ind. – A fight on Tuesday afternoon at a Northwest Indiana school resulted in multiple arrests. The incident happened around 3:40 p.m. as students were being dismissed at the West Side Leadership Academy in Gary. What we know: According to the Gary Community School Corporation, while buses were leaving, two adults and several non-Gary students entered the parking lot and got into a physical altercation with WSLA students. Gary police were called to the scene. The adults involved were arrested, as well as several non-WSLA students, according to the school district. Emergency medical personnel were also called to treat…
CHICAGO – The Chicago Fire FC, the city’s hometown Major League Soccer team, is one step closer to getting a new home. What we know: The City of Chicago’s Planning Commission approved the team’s plan to build a $650 million stadium at a place called The 78. The site is a 62-acre empty lot at Roosevelt Road and Clark Street in the South Loop. A new stadium would hold 22,000 fans. The commission’s approval is part of a big zoning change for a company called Related Midwest. The company and the Fire still need to agree with the city on…
CHICAGO – Portillo’s announced Monday that President and CEO Michael Osanloo is stepping down, effective immediately. What we know: Osanloo, who joined the company in 2018, resigned amid reports of investor pressure for changes and recently downgraded sales projections for the year. “Leading Portillo’s has been one of the great honors of my career,” Osanloo said in a statement. “I am so thankful to my leadership team and all our team members whose hard work and heart make this brand iconic. Together, we achieved so much, and I will always carry immense pride in having been part of the Portillo’s…
CHICAGO (AP) – A federal immigration agent called injuries caused by being dragged by a car “nothing major” in body camera footage released Tuesday showing the moments after an immigration enforcement officer fatally shot a Mexican immigrant in the Chicago area earlier this month. Trump administration officials had previously said the officer was seriously injured by Silverio Villegas González, a Mexican immigrant who allegedly tried to evade arrest after the agents pulled over his car in suburban Franklin Park. The shooting escalated tensions amid a federal immigration crackdown in the country’s third-largest city that federal officials have said secured nearly…
CHICAGO – Another round of scattered showers and a few storms is possible tonight, especially near and south of I-80. Fox 32 Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls has the forecast. What to Expect: North-northeast winds will pick up overnight, gusting as high as 15 to 20 mph. Wednesday may begin with a few showers in the morning, but then skies will become partly sunny during the day with highs in the lower 70s. Typically for late September, average high temperatures sit at 72 degrees, so Wednesday looks rather seasonable! What’s next: Thursday may bring a few lake effect rain showers, but…
CHICAGO – A 31-year-old mother was shot and killed in Chicago shortly after dropping her son off at school. Two weeks later, her family is still searching for justice while preparing for what should have been a joyful moment — her son’s 7th birthday. What we know: Romeca Blackmon had just kissed her 6-year-old son goodbye and told him to have a great day in first grade. Moments later, she was shot in the face during a fight outside his South Loop school. Now, her family is asking why the woman who pulled the trigger is still free. Police scanner…