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Hollywood icon Robert Redford, known for his roles in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting, has passed away at the age of 89. The news was confirmed by Cindi Berger, chief executive of Rogers & Cowan PMK, who stated that Redford died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Utah, surrounded by his loved ones. The cause of death has not been disclosed. What Happened Redford was a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, both as an actor and a director. His death marks the end of a remarkable career spanning more than six decades. With…
CHICAGO – A man was charged in connection with an armed carjacking early Monday in Chicago’s Park Manor neighborhood. What we know: Leonard Carson, 41, allegedly carjacked a 22-year-old man at knifepoint around 12: 45 a.m. in the 100 block of East 70th Street, according to police. Carson was arrested roughly 30 minutes later in the same block. He was charged with one felony count of aggravated vehicular hijacking with a weapon along with aggravated assault/use of a deadly weapon and criminal damage to property, both misdemeanors. Carson has a detention hearing scheduled for Tuesday. No further information was…
ROUND LAKE, Ill. – A fire heavily damaged a home and sent a firefighter to the hospital Monday afternoon in unincorporated Round Lake, authorities said. Round Lake fire What we know: Firefighters were called to the 35000 block of North Summit Place about 2:34 p.m., but crews were initially kept from the scene because of an active police situation, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office and the Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District. Once the suspect involved was taken into custody, firefighters found the house engulfed in flames and requested a second alarm to bring in additional crews…
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – A 16-year-old boy died Monday evening after the e-bicycle he was riding collided with a pickup truck in Arlington Heights, police said. What we know: The crash happened about 7:30 p.m. at South Reuter Drive and West Grove Street, according to Arlington Heights police. Officers and firefighters found the teen unconscious with traumatic injuries. He was taken to Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, where he was pronounced dead at 10:06 p.m. Investigators said the boy was riding north on Reuter Drive when he failed to stop at a stop sign and struck the rear…
CHICAGO – It’s pretty much “copy and paste” weather through the end of the work week. Chicago weather forecast What to expect: Highs will climb well into the 80s except along the lake. Like yesterday, a few of our far southwest communities might tag 90°. Skies will be nearly perfectly sunny. Lows each night will be in the upper 50s to low 60s. I remain unimpressed with any significant cooling until perhaps the last couple of days of the month. What is likely over the weekend into next week will be a modest drop in temperatures into the low…
Donald Trump has filed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times and four of its journalists, alleging that the newspaper’s coverage of him and his associates has been part of a “decades-long pattern” of intentional and malicious defamation. The lawsuit, filed in a US district court in Florida on Monday, centers around several articles and one book published by the journalists in the lead-up to the 2024 election. What Happened Trump’s legal team claims that the articles, written by two of The New York Times’ journalists, contain false statements made “negligently, with knowledge of the falsity of…
Greenville, SC – The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating 17-year-old Sara Pheonix Elizabeth Mack, who has been missing since September 5, 2025. What Happened Sara was last seen at a residence on S. Industrial Drive in Simpsonville, SC, at approximately 6:00 PM. Since then, there has been no word on her whereabouts, and authorities are actively searching for her. Description of Sara Age: 17 years old Height: 5’4” Weight: 130 lbs Hair: Blonde/Black Eyes: Brown Clothing: Red crop top, black leggings, and white Puma sneakers Carrying: White/Black backpack How You Can Help If you…
A two-year investigation by the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry has concluded that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, marking the first time a UN body has reached such a conclusion. The commission’s report, published this week, claims that Israel has “flagrantly disregarded” international law and orchestrated a genocidal campaign against Palestinians in Gaza for nearly two years. What Happened The UN Commission’s investigation focuses on actions Israel has taken in Gaza since October 2023. The report alleges that Israel has committed four out of five genocidal acts defined under the 1948 Genocide Convention, including mass killings, deliberate…
Craig McLachlan has stepped down from his role in the Australian production of Cluedo, following a backlash over his casting. This comes after he was accused of inappropriate behavior towards female co-stars, allegations he has always denied. The decision follows intense social media criticism and an outcry from within the theatre community. What Happened Last Wednesday, producers for Cluedo, Crossroads Live, announced that McLachlan had been cast as Colonel Mustard in a stage adaptation of the 1985 film Clue, based on the popular board game. However, shortly after the announcement, McLachlan faced a wave of backlash on social media, with…
As Donald Trump prepares for his state visit to the UK, tensions are rising over key issues where the US and UK are not aligned. The visit promises to be an unpredictable one, especially with Trump’s history of contradictions and off-the-cuff remarks that often create diplomatic headaches. For UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the visit presents both opportunities and challenges, particularly on foreign policy issues related to Russia, Ukraine, and the future of Israel’s relationships in the Middle East. What Happened Last week, Donald Trump described UK Labour leader Keir Starmer as a “good man,” distancing himself from other figures…