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Live updates | More Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners are released under truce

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

Eight Israeli hostages were released from Hamas captivity in the Gaza Strip on Thursday as part of a temporary cease-fire deal that has lasted for seven days, the Israeli military said.Israel freed 30 Palestinian prisoners in the early hours of Friday under the truce deal, which has paused the deadliest fighting in decades between Israel and Palestinians.International pressure has mounted for the truce to be upheld as long as possible after weeks of Israeli bombardment and ground campaign following Hamas’ deadly Oct. 7 attack on Israel that triggered the war.Thousands of Palestinians in Gaza have been killed by Israel, and more than three-quarters of the population of 2.3 million have been uprooted, leading to a humanitarian crisis.Israel has vowed to resume the fighting — with the goal of dismantling Hamas — once the cease-fire ends.Currently:— Wartime Israel shows little tolerance for Palestinian dissent— Blinken urges Israel to comply with international law and spare civilians— A...

Donations help 3 migrants buy bus tickets to move in with family in Georgia

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

CHICAGO — Three cousins from Venezuela said, thanks to donations, they were able to buy bus tickets to Georgia, where they will move in with their uncle and start living out their American dream.Carlos Betancourt, along with his cousins Jesus and Luis, are going to live with their uncle in Atlanta after receiving what they call a more than a small gift, but a blessing.After spending a week sleeping outside of the Chicago Police Department's 11th district police station and receiving anonymous donations with the help of a volunteer, Carlos and his cousins were able to purchase bus tickets to Atlanta.WGN reported on Tuesday that migrants staying outside of the 11th district police station were so cold, their drinking water froze, and ice covered the inside and outside of their tents. ORIGINAL: Migrants battle cold as city looks to clear Chicago police stations While Illinois lawmakers voice concerns over funding as the migrant crisis continues, the City of Chicago started a new prog...

16 Chicago restaurants visited by Guy Fieri on 'Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

CHICAGO — Sure, Chicago may be known as the Windy City, but for now, we're calling it Flavortown. The Mayor of Flavortown himself, Guy Fieri, has featured dozens of Illinois restaurants on his hit Food Network show, “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” That includes multiple spots in Chicago, which you can visit yourself (if you haven’t already).Here’s a look at Chicago locations frequented by Fieri at least once across the 45 seasons of his show.La ScarolaThe beloved Italian restaurant on West Grand Avenue is a favorite of Fieri. His go-to order? Veal Chop a la Gabe. La Scarola was featured in two episodes of Triple D, and is among the highest-rated restaurants in Chicago, according to Tripadvisor. Del SeoulFound on N. Clark Street, Del Seoul serves food inspired by "the Korean 'street foods' of California, Asia and Korea." It was the K-Town Chicken Wings that Fieri featured during a season 28 episode. The ‘center’ of Illinois is likely a spot you’ve never visited Saucy PorkaSaucy Po...

Shooter sentenced for ‘cold-blooded murder’ of pregnant St. Paul mother of 3 children

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

Before Debbie Dehoyos spoke in court Thursday, she propped up two framed photos of her 21-year-old daughter, who was a mother of three young children and seven weeks pregnant when she was fatally shot in St. Paul.In March, Gabriella Dehoyos was riding in the back seat of her boyfriend’s car with her children in the city’s Summit-University neighborhood when a single shot fired by Paul Dwayne Harris struck her in the back of the head. Her fetus also later died at the hospital.Gabriella Dehoyos (Courtesy photo)“I just want everybody to take a last look at my daughter,” Dehoyos said in the Ramsey County courtroom, “because this is all we have now … pictures, videos and her children. We are never again going to hear laughter.”Harris, 24, pleaded guilty in September to second-degree murder while committing a drive-by shooting. He received a 38½-year prison sentence Thursday, which was the top-of-the-box term he could have received under state sentencing guidelines.Dehoyos asked Har...

Men’s basketball: Gophers bounce back in blowout over New Orleans

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

The second-most important number to the Gophers men’s basketball team on Thursday was their turnover total.After the all-important final score — a 97-64 win over New Orleans — Minnesota limited its turnovers to only two in the first half and 12 total at Williams Arena.That’s an improvement going into the Big Ten opener at Ohio State on Sunday.The Gophers committed a season-high 18 turnovers in the 76-58 loss to San Francisco last Sunday, with head coach Ben Johnson lamenting how he felt players were too “casual” with the ball.On the season, Minnesota was averaging 14.7 turnovers per game, tied for 303rd in the nation, while New Orleans was second in the nation in turnovers forced at 19.7.Minnesota (5-2) was a 12-point favorite and was 150 places higher than New Orleans (3-4) in the KenPom rankings (284-134).Freshman Cam Christie had a team-high 20 points to lead four players in double figures.New Orleans guard Jordan Johnson came into the game fourth in the nation at 23.3 points per...

Apartment building damaged by fire after car hits gas line

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Crews in Albany responded to a fire at an apartment building near Third Avenue and South Swan Street Thursday afternoon. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Officials said the fire started after a car hit a gas line. First responders worked to stop the gas leak and put out the fire.It was unclear if there were any injuries.

Motor Oil Coffee opens location in Albany's Warehouse District

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A local coffee shop expanded its reach in the Capital Region on Thursday. A ribbon cutting was held for Motor Oil Coffee's third restaurant in Albany.The newest location is in the Huck Finn furniture store on Erie Boulevard. The owners said they see a lot of opportunity in the Warehouse District and are hoping many workers in the nearby businesses will become regular customers. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "They come in for their morning coffee, they get a sandwich, they come back for lunch, we provide them with the fuel they need to get through the day," Jermaine Carter, president and head of retail operations for Motor Oil Coffee, said.Motor Oil Coffee also has locations on Madison Avenue and State Street in Albany.

Analysis: New Colorado Rapids coach Chris Armas presses for immediate turnaround in Commerce City. Can he deliver?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

The new era of Colorado Rapids soccer will be brash, in-your-face and Centennial State-approved.At least that’s how Bronx-born, Long Island native Chris Armas said he wants his new team to play in Commerce City.The Rapids formally introduced Armas as their 10th permanent head coach in club history on Thursday afternoon at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. The former MLS star, who spent 12 seasons playing for the L.A. Galaxy and Chicago Fire before transitioning into coaching, addressed several topics while speaking with media members — in addition to his preferred style of play.Here’s what Armas and club president Pádraig Smith had to say:Leaning on tough timesWhat’s the story: Armas’ coaching track record has been a mixed bag, as he led the New York Red Bulls to an Eastern Conference final in his first year in charge, but eventually was fired in September 2020. He lasted 11 games in charge of Toronto FC in 2021 before getting the boot during a COVID-fi...

Kiszla: While Sean Payton struck it rich with Broncos, did DeMeco Ryans win better job in Houston?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

While Sean Payton got big money from the crazy-rich Waltons to coach the Broncos, DeMeco Ryans won the coaching sweepstakes by landing the better job in Houston.Although the Broncos and Texans bring identical 6-5 records to a game Sunday with huge playoff implications for this season, which of these teams is closer to winning the Super Bowl down the road?You tell me: Would you rather build a championship contender around two established NFL veterans in quarterback Russell Wilson and Payton, each with a championship on distinguished resumes, or 22-year-old rookie C.J. Stroud and Ryans, in his first-year as a head coach?Advantage, Texans.Money can’t buy you love or a championship ring.And a glorious history of football success can sometimes be more of a burden than a proud legacy.Let’s roll back the calendar to early 2022, when the Broncos had fired Vic Fangio as coach after a 7-10 record and the Texans were reeling not only from a 4-13 finish, but allegations of sexual misconduct aga...

Southern California family targeted in 'dinnertime burglary'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:34 GMT

Security video captured the latest break-in amid a series of “dinnertime burglaries” targeting San Fernando Valley communities.A Granada Hills home on Wood Ranch Road was targeted Wednesday night where thieves escaped with around $150,000 worth of valuables.Several cases were recently reported where intruders broke into homes between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. — a time when people are believed to be out to dinner.The homeowner, who did not wish to be identified, said he received a security alert on his phone showing four thieves breaking into his house.He was returning home from Christmas shopping with his wife and their newborn baby when he spotted the thieves leaving their driveway in a getaway car.A Granada Hills home was broken into and victims lost around $150,000 worth of valuables in a "dinnertime buglary" on Nov. 29, 2023. The susepects' getaway car is spotted leaving the victim's driveway.The street where a Granada Hills home was broken into and victims lost around $150,000 worth of...