Jaime Tran, a 29-year-old man accused of shooting two Jewish men in Los Angeles last year, has agreed to plead guilty to hate crime and firearm charges, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Tran’s plea agreement includes charges of two counts of hate crimes with intent to kill and two counts of using a firearm … Read more
A 5-year-old girl, Aurora Masters, met a tragic fate after being strangled by a swing set in her backyard in Fort Collins, Colorado. The incident occurred during what seemed like ordinary playtime for the young girl, highlighting the unforeseeable nature of accidents that can occur even in familiar environments. Emergency Response and Hospitalization Upon discovery … Read more
Amid reports of potential bankruptcy, over 80 Red Lobster locations across the United States, including two in Illinois, have been listed as “temporarily closed.” Among these closures are the Bloomingdale and Danville restaurants, according to the chain’s website as of Monday afternoon. Notably, Illinois hosts a total of 25 Red Lobster establishments, with 16 located … Read more
Amid the forthcoming name change of Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry, the institution is commemorating the occasion by offering free admission to all visitors for a day. This initiative coincides with the official renaming of the museum, slated to begin next week, as it transforms into the “Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.” Origins … Read more
Signs of cicadas are beginning to emerge across the Chicago area, and experts suggest that it may only take one more summer-like day to bring these insects to the surface. Tom Tiddens, the Plant Healthcare Supervisor at Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, observes increased activity among birds, squirrels, and raccoons digging for cicadas, indicating their … Read more
The medical spa industry, valued at $15 billion, has experienced significant growth since the onset of the pandemic. However, a recent study has shed light on a concerning trend: most med spas in Chicago operate without a doctor on-site, posing potential risks for patients. Medical Nature of Med Spas According to Alex Thiersch, CEO of … Read more
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s private Boeing 757 was involved in a minor collision with another corporate jet while taxiing at West Palm Beach International Airport in Florida. A source familiar with the incident revealed this occurrence on Tuesday. FAA Statement and Investigation The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed the incident in a statement, indicating … Read more
President Joe Biden’s decision to increase tariffs on Chinese goods is poised to provide a lifeline to U.S.-based medical mask and glove manufacturers. This move comes at a critical juncture for a sector that experienced a surge in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic but has since struggled to maintain momentum. Industry insiders anticipate that Biden’s … Read more
A tragic accident unfolded in northern Florida as a bus carrying farm laborers collided with a pickup truck, resulting in fatalities and critical injuries. The collision, which occurred on Tuesday, left at least eight people dead and eight others critically injured. Bryan Maclean Howard, the driver of the pickup truck, was arrested on eight counts … Read more
Mixed Bag of Insights: Recent U.S. Crime Data Reveals Both Declines and Resurgence State-by-State Analysis: Alaska and Alabama Highlighted as Top Concerns in Latest Crime Trends According to AL, The recent crime trends in the U.S. shows good and bad news. From 1995 to 2015, violent crime went down, which was comforting. But in recent … Read more