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Moroccans whose homes were destroyed by last week’s earthquake face daunting rebuilding decisions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

AMIZMIZ, Morocco (AP) — The building where Naima Ait Brahim Ouali lived in a third-story apartment with her five children was one of many that were destroyed by the earthquake that killed nearly 3,000 people in Morocco last week.A house cleaner, she and her daughter fell down the stairs as the quake tore off the building’s top floor and laid waste to much of the rest of their neighborhood in the town of Amizmiz, near the epicenter.Like children in many parts of the world, Ait Brahim Quali’s youngest had just started their school year. Now, relocated with the rest of the Sourejdid neighborhood to a tent city in the town center, fear sets in at around 11 p.m. each night — the time the earthquake happened last Friday.“They saw death,” she said of her children, who range in age from 10 to 25. One of her daughters now has nightmares.The displaced family is one of many in Morocco wondering what their future holds, particularly as autumn approaches and the nights get colder. Th...

Woman who killed 3-year-old daughter and left her on ballfield is sentenced to 30 years

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

DOVER, Del. (AP) — A Delaware woman who pleaded guilty to killing her 3-year-old daughter and leaving her burned remains on a softball field was sentenced Thursday to 30 years in prison.Kristie Haas, 31, pleaded guilty earlier this year to murder by abuse or neglect and abuse of a corpse in the death of Emma Grace Cole, who prosecutors say endured a life of starvation and torture.“I’m sorry for all the hurt that I inflicted and the pain that I caused,” said Haas, who also pleaded guilty to endangering the welfare of a child for her mistreatment of Emma’s half-siblings.Haas faced a minimum mandatory prison term of 15 years, and a possible life sentence, but Superior Court Judge Noel Primos imposed the 30-year sentence that was recommended by prosecutors and defense attorneys.“I cannot presume to comprehend the grief and the anguish that Emma’s family members here today have been put through because of Ms. Haas’ actions,” Primos said. The judge agreed with prosecutors that Haas deser...

This fall TV season, there’s no new ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ or ‘Law & Order.’ Here’s what’s coming instead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

Sorry “Abbott Elementary” and “Grey’s Anatomy” fans — there won’t be new episodes airing anytime soon.Some viewers may be unaware, but striking screenwriters and actors have brought production to a screeching halt, including on many popular shows like “Law & Order” and “1923.” So fans will have to wait to find out if Janine and Gregory can really be just friends on “Abbott” or if Kim Raver’s Dr. Teddy Altman survives after collapsing on “Grey’s.” But there’s plenty of new characters and familiar faces heading to screens via already-completed shows that are ready to air.Some creative programming — including shows imported from other countries, competition series and the broadcast arrival of the Paramount Network hit “Yellowstone” — will round-out gaps in the TV schedule.Here’s a sampling of notable shows debuting in the strike-challenged season ahead:NEW SHOWS ADAPTED FROM BOOKSBooks remain popular inspiration for Hollywood. “ The Other Black G...

23 people sent to hospital after tent collapse in Bedford Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

BEDFORD PARK, Ill. -- 23 people were sent to the hospital after a tent collapsed at the Cintas Bedford Park location Thursday afternoon, police said. Bedford Park police said the tent collapsed near the Cintas Beford Park location near the 5600 block of West 73rd Street this afternoon. Bedford Park Fire Department said 23 people were transported to different area hospitals for minor injuries.WGN is actively following this incident and will update as more information was recovered.

WATCH: Trial day 4 of two former DCFS workers in connection with the 2019 death of 5-year-old AJ Freund

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

MCHENRY COUNTY, Ill. — The trial for two former Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) workers accused of child endangerment enters its fourth day Thursday.The multiple felony charges filed in Sept. 2020 against Andrew Polovin and Carlos Acosta stem from the April 2019 death of five-year-old Andrew “AJ” Freund of Crystal Lake. They are accused of having known Freund’s life was in danger four months earlier yet not taking action.WGN plans to livestream the trial within this story beginning at approximately 9:30 a.m. The livestream will pause when the court takes its lunch break, but will resume within this story following that break. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Cross-examination continues on Day 3 of AJ Freund’s death, DCFS workers’ trial The bench trial began on Monday with the McHenry County State’s Attorney providing an opening statement for the prosecution, and separate attorneys providing statements for each of the defendants. Defense attorneys spent most of Wednesday's proc...

Lunchbreak: Hellfire Burger

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

Zac Clemetson, Executive Chef at Alamo Drafthouse ChicagoAlamo Drafthouse Chicago3519 N Clark St., Chicago, IL 60657https://drafthouse.com/chicagoRecipe:Hellfire BurgerINGREDIENTS (makes 1)Ground Beef, .5 lbSalt & pepper to tasteHamburger bunButter, Melted as neededCaramelized Onions* 1 Tablespoon (recipe below)1 onionButter, 2 tablespoons1 slice of pepper jack cheeseReaper Hot Sauce Aioli 1 Tablespoon (recipe below)Mayonnaise, 2 tablespoonsCarolina Reaper Hot Sauce (or your favorite hot sauce), 1 tablespoonBlue Cheese Crumbles, 2 TablespoonsInstructions:Combine ground beef, salt, pepper and  form into a burger patty; don't overmix.Heat grill or skillet to medium heat (about 350 degrees) and cook for 4 minutes on one side and about 5 minutes on the other until the internal temperature is to your liking.With about a minute of cook time left, add the slice of pepper jack cheese and blue cheese crumbles.To make the carmelized onions, melt the butter and saute the onions for 15...

Boy, 10, found dead of gunshot wound after going missing during hunting trip

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

MASON COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – A 10-year-old boy in Mason County, West Virginia, was found dead on Sunday morning from a gunshot wound after becoming separated from his grandfather during a hunting trip the day before.Wyatt Ray Eaves and his grandfather had set out Saturday to go hunting, an activity they both loved, his mother Adrienne Nibert told Nexstar's WOWK."He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, trapping, he loved it all," Nibert said. "If you’ve seen him, you’ve seen his grandpa. They were best friends.” Former NBA player Brandon Hunter dies after yoga class: report Nibert told WCHS that the two had just finished eating lunch on Saturday when the 10-year-old went off to look for squirrels to hunt. When his grandfather finished cleaning up, the boy was nowhere to be seen, she said. Around 3 p.m. that day, crews from the Mason County Sheriff’s Office, as well as local fire and EMS departments, were called to the site of an ATV accident in the Salt Creek area of Mason County. Th...

70% chance of 'strong' El Niño: How long will it last?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – This year's El Niño season is looking stronger and longer in the latest outlook released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The odds of a historically strong El Niño grew to 71% in this month's update. Even more certain is the climate pattern seems determined to stick around. NOAA forecasters said there's a larger than 95% chance it last until the start of spring and a 60% chance it keeps going all the way until summer. ‘Historically strong’ El Niño possible: What it means for winter During an El Niño winter, the southern third to half of the United States, including California, tends to get more precipitation. (Exactly where that dividing line falls varies from year to year.) Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest and parts of the Ohio Valley tend to be dry and warm.Hawaii also often sees below-average rain during an El Niño fall, winter, and spring season.The effects of El Niño are usually the strongest during winter.Even if this year's El Niño f...

WATCH LIVE: Defense calls first witness after House rests its case in Paxton impeachment trial

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Defense attorneys representing suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton called their first witness on day eight of the historic impeachment trial when it resumes at 9 a.m. Thursday.An attorney representing the House impeachment managers rested their case Wednesday afternoon, but did so accidentally before the defense could cross-examine another whistleblower.Watch the live stream above and follow Reporter Monica Madden's updates on X below (Note: you may have to sign into X to view)Tweets by themonicamadden After wrapping up questioning of Blake Brickman — another whistleblower — attorney Rusty Hardin said, “The House rests.” He then apologized and added, “Here’s the problem: I messed up and shouldn’t have rested until [Tony Buzbee] finished his cross.” Buzbee then interjected by saying, “And yet you did.” CATCH-UP: House attorney calls it ‘screw-up’ to rest case against Ken Paxton His move promoted Paxton's attorneys to make a swift motion to dismiss the articles ...

Another round of storms expected later today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:57:21 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- We started the morning with heavy rain and storms bringing parts of Central Texas 1-3" of rain within a roughly 2 hour period. CENTRAL TEXAS RAINFALL TOTALS More storms are expected to gradually redevelop later this afternoon. Before that we'll see a mix of sun and clouds with high temperatures heading into the low to mid 90s as a warm front makes a push into the area. While isolated storms are possible before 3 p.m., the best chance for scattered storms appears to be 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. with storms approaching from west-northwest moving east-southeast. Keep an eye on the Hill Country later today as a preview for what we could get in the Austin Metro and Eastern Counties.Future radar for 6pmLocalized flash flooding and isolated severe storms with damaging winds and large hail the primary concerns.Rounds of storms and downpours appear to return Friday and Saturday, but specific timing on these rounds would be hard to nail down. Additional rainfall amounts will generall...