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Stephanie van Jaarsveld, a highly respected netball coach, educator, and community leader from Gauteng, South Africa, has passed away in 2025. Her death marks the loss of an inspiring mentor who dedicated her life to fostering both academic and athletic growth in the youth she served. What Happened Stephanie van Jaarsveld’s passing has left the netball community, as well as her students, deeply saddened. While the cause of her death has not been disclosed, the heartfelt tributes pouring in highlight the profound influence she had in her field and the lives of those around her. Her dedication to her work,…
CHICAGO – It has been another hot day with temperatures soaring to the upper 80s to the low 90s across most of the area. This is way above normal for late September. The average high sits at 70 degrees and will drop to 69 degrees on Wednesday for the start of October. Tonight will be clear with winds becoming calm. Low temperatures are expected to drop to the upper 50s for most areas but remain in the low 60s in Chicago and near the lakefront. Looking Ahead : Tuesday will be another nice day with slightly cooler high temperatures around…
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 19: Pitching coach Ethan Katz #21 of the Chicago White Sox runs back to the dugout after visiting the pitchers mound against the San Francisco Giants in the seventh inning at Oracle Park on August 19, 2024 in San Fr (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images) CHICAGO (AP) – The Chicago White Sox let go of pitching coach Ethan Katz and hitting coach Marcus Thames on Monday, opting not to renew their contracts in a major shake-up to manager Will Venable’s staff. The team also announced it will not renew the contracts of first base and…
If nothing else, Arturas Karnisovas is sticking to his guns. The Chicago Bulls’ top basketball executive had a familiar request for frustrated fans, stressing patience while talking about not skipping steps, just as he did at the end of last season. “We have to be patient,” he said Monday at the team’s media day. “We have to do it the right way and we can’t skip steps. For this team, for next year, we’ve got to show growth. We’ve got to get better every year. We saw the glimpse at the end of last year. We also saw how we…
CHICAGO – Believe it or not, Christmas is less than 100 days away. While you still have some time to think about what gifts to buy, the clock is ticking when it comes to making your holiday travel plans. In a Fox 32 special report, Dawn Hasbrouck looks at how to save some time and money when planning that trip. The challenge of holiday planning What we know: When it comes to planning a trip for the holidays – any other time of the year – it’s hard not to get lost on the internet. But you don’t have to…
COOK COUNTY – The Cook County Sheriff’s Office is cracking down on reckless drivers who use the shoulder to bypass traffic — and they’re using a new drone to do it. What we know: The department launched enhanced expressway patrols this month, targeting dangerous driving along major routes including the Eisenhower Expressway. In just three hours, deputies issued 120 tickets to motorists caught driving on the shoulder. Of those, 49 were flagged by drone surveillance. Social media users reacted to the strategy after the sheriff’s office shared video of officers using the drone to track violators. While reaction was mixed,…
COOK COUNTY – The Cook County Sheriff’s Office is cracking down on reckless drivers who use the shoulder to bypass traffic — and they’re using a new helicopter to do it. What we know: The department launched enhanced expressway patrols this month, targeting dangerous driving along major routes including the Eisenhower Expressway. In just three hours, deputies issued 120 tickets to motorists caught driving on the shoulder. Of those, 49 were flagged by helicopter surveillance. Social media users reacted to the strategy after the sheriff’s office shared video of officers using the helicopter to track violators. While reaction was mixed,…
CHICAGO – Members of the Chicago City Council slammed a social media post by the Chicago Teachers Union praising Assata Shakur, the activist who was convicted of killing a state trooper in New Jersey in the 1970s. What they’re saying: The aldermen said the CTU is glorifying extremist violence. “The post is not an isolated mistake, but part of a dangerous pattern at CTU,” said Ald. Brendan Reilly (42nd Ward). “Why does this matter? Because when union leaders elevate someone tied to one of the most violent groups in American history, they are sending our children a dangerous message. That…
Shane Roberts McVey Aberdeen, Maryland Accident, Death – On Friday evening, September 26, 2025, a tragic two-vehicle collision occurred in Greenville County, South Carolina, resulting in multiple injuries and the death of a Maryland man. The Greenville County Coroner’s Office and the South Carolina Highway Patrol responded to the scene at approximately 5:00 p.m. in the 4100 block of White Horse Road, near Highway 123. Authorities confirmed that one of the passengers involved in the collision, Shane Roberts McVey of Aberdeen, Maryland, suffered critical injuries. Emergency responders quickly transported him to Prisma Health–Greenville Memorial Hospital, where he remained under medical…
John Manison Raleigh, NC Accident, Death – The community of Durham, North Carolina, is mourning the loss of John Manison, who tragically passed away following an accident in Raleigh. The incident, which occurred shortly before September 28, 2025, has left family, friends, and colleagues in deep grief. While specific details surrounding the accident have not yet been made public, multiple sources confirmed his passing on Sunday, September 28. His untimely death has sparked an outpouring of condolences and tributes from those who knew him best. John’s life was characterized by his compassion, kindness, and unwavering generosity. Friends and loved ones…