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Kirby Puckett's junior college playing days in Chicago earn him spot in another Hall of Fame

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

CHICAGO — He made himself into one of the best players of his generation in Major League Baseball in Minnesota, but that journey actually began in the Chicago area. Growing up in the city, late Twins star Kirby Puckett would really begin to make a name for himself at a junior college in River Grove, doing so alongside a former Cubs & White Sox outfielder."He was pretty much the best player that I've ever played with," said Lance Johnson about late Baseball Hall of Famer and Triton College teammate in their one year at the school.Now that part of his career is being honored by the National Junior College Athletic Association as they'll posthumously induct Puckett into their Hall of Fame during a ceremony on Thursday in Charlotte. That provides those in Chicago, including Johnson, the opportunity to reflect on his one incredible season with the Trojans."He was unbelievable. He's probably the first player that I saw that could do whatever he wanted, when he wanted, and when the tea...

Attempted murder charge for man accused of shooting at police in West Englewood

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

CHICAGO — A 24-year-old man faces an attempted murder charge after allegedly shooting a firearm in the direction of a Chicago police officer.According to police, Antwon Harrison was identified as the man who allegedly fired a gun toward CPD officers in the 5900 block of S. Ashland in West Englewood. Englewood man convicted of attempting to murder 2 Chicago police officers Despite fleeing the scene, police located Harrison a short time later. CPD issues alert after 6 armed robberies in under 3 hours Harrison, of the 7400 block of S. St. Lawrence, was taken into custody on Monday. Read more: Latest Chicago news headlinesPolice charged the 24-year-old with two felony counts of first-degree attempted murder. He was due to appear in bond court on Wednesday.

LIVE: Texas lawyer talks about defending Ken Paxton in upcoming impeachment trial

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A prominent lawyer from Houston will discuss why he will defend suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton during his upcoming impeachment trial in the Texas Senate. Attorney Tony Buzbee will hold a news conference Wednesday afternoon, where he promised in a social media post that "you will find what we have to say very informative." He said this will happen at the Austin headquarters for the Republican Party of Texas at 2 p.m. KXAN will offer a live stream of Buzbee's remarks in this story and on the station's Facebook page. IN-DEPTH: What do the 20 Articles of Impeachment against Ken Paxton mean? "I will provide further details at that time, which will include our hopes that the process in the Texas Senate will be fair, reasoned and transparent," Buzbee wrote in another post. Paxton is temporarily suspended from his elected office until the outcome of the Senate impeachment trial is known. He will not receive pay from the state for the time being either, according to...

Robotic servers spotted at Austin Chick-fil-A

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Chick-fil-A is rolling out a new kind of hospitality in at least one of its Austin restaurants.A KXAN viewer shared footage of a robot server delivering meals to guests at a Chick-fil-A location near southwest Austin and Dripping Springs. And it's not the first time the beloved fast food chain has employed robot technology.Atlanta's WSB Radio reported robot server use at an area location back in October. In a statement, a Chick-fil-A representative told WSB Radio “the robots are being piloted as a helping hand to assist Team Members with serving guests in the dining room." They added the technology was being tested at a small number of locations at that time.Chick-fil-A previously introduced robot technology in the Texas capital with the rollout of autonomous delivery robots last year. The self-driving vehicles first appeared at two downtown Austin locations as a means of providing energy-efficient meal deliveries.The delivery robots use artificial intelligence and d...

Heat and humidity make it uncomfortable for many

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Air quality is threatened by increasing ozone this afternoon. Today is an Ozone Action Day, the first of three successive days with such a forecast. Light winds, warm temperatures and sunshine will work together in increasing the amount of ozone today tomorrow and Friday. If you are sensitive to the ozone or the fine particular matter you might need to limit your outdoor activities today.Like Tuesday, showers and a few thunderstorms started in the Hill Country between 11 a.m. and noon. These were small in nature and started to either fade or leave the area during the 1 p.m. hour. Second day outlook from the Storm Prediction CenterThe potential for a few more showers and thunderstorms will exist during this afternoon. Another afternoon of this precipitation will happen again tomorrow. The Storm Prediction Center has the entire area under a marginal risk (category 1 of 5) for severe storms tomorrow afternoon.Much lower rain chances are in the Friday and Saturday late ...

Is this end of the road for Vikings with star running back Dalvin Cook?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

The writing has seemingly been on the wall for the past couple of months when it comes the Vikings parting ways with star running back Dalvin Cook.It’s starting to feel like only a matter of time.Though nothing has been confirmed as of this week, offensive coordinator Wes Phillips talked to reporters on Tuesday at TCO Performance Center and gave perhaps the clearest indication to date of where things are headed.Asked about depth running back Ty Chandler being an impact player moving forward, Phillips replied, “I think he’s going to have to be.” He followed that up by rattling off a list of ball carriers on the roster, including running backs Alexander Mattison and Kene Nwangwu, as well as fullback C.J. Ham.Nowhere in that answer did Phillips mention Cook by name. The omission felt like foreshadowing to the Vikings preparing for the next chapter.It’s been trending in this direction for awhile.Asked about Cook in April before voluntary workouts, general m...

Jury finds Watervliet man guilty in rape case

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

WATERVLIET, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday, Eric Edwards, 70, of Watervliet, was convicted of one count of rape in the first degree. Sentencing is scheduled for August 3. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, Edwards engaged in sexual intercourse with a child under 11 years old in February 2020. The victim was known to the defendant. Edwards faces up to 25 years in state prison.

2023 Juneteenth events in the Capital Region

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Juneteenth is on Monday, June 19. The holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. The significance of June 19 relates to the emancipation of the last remaining slaves in Texas. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Many celebrations and events are being held in the Capital Region, such as Albany’s Juneteenth Celebration. The events are scheduled throughout the weekend.AlbanyAlbany Juneteenth CelebrationAlbany’s Juneteenth Celebration is set for Saturday, June 17 from noon to 5 p.m. South Pearl Street will be closed from Madison Avenue to Morton Avenue for the celebration. Attendees are encouraged to explore vendors and businesses along South Pearl Street.Parking will be provided at South End Grocery at 106 South Pearl Street. Additional parking is available at the Green-Hudson Garage at 45 Hudson Avenue. The event is presented by the African American Cultural Center of the Capital Region...

Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience extended to July 30

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience in downtown Schenectady has now been extended through July 30. Ticket prices have been reduced for the remainder of the exhibit. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience continues to bring visitors to Schenectady County,” said Todd Garofano, Discover Schenectady’s Executive Director. “The setting at Armory Studios NY offers an incredible backdrop for the exhibit which continues its successful run in downtown Schenectady.  We are pleased to see this proven attraction continue through July.” There are discounted tickets for seniors, students, military veterans, families, and larger groups. Tickets can be found here.

New eatery opening at Amsterdam's Riverlink Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:25 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Drifter's, a new restaurant that took over the Riverlink Café, is set to have its grand opening in Riverlink Park Wednesday night. The opening coincides with a performance by Skeeter Creek in the park amphitheater at 7 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! In December 2022, the City of Amsterdam put out a request for proposals for a new operator of Riverlink Café, and Drifter's was chosen. The restaurant has the same owners as Southside Slice on Bridge Street in Amsterdam.According to the Southside Slice Facebook page, they will be closed on Wednesday night to celebrate Drifter's opening. The new restaurant will have a full bar and be serving homemade chips and beer cheese as a part of A Taste of Amsterdam Appetizer Style. Lineup set for the first annual 518 Black Restaurant Week A full menu has not yet been posted publicly online. The owners did not immediately return NEWS10's request for comment.