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The best beach towns in Illinois

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

Summer vacation has already begun for some across the U.S., and if Memorial Day is any indication, travelers should expect a busy summer season in 2023.That weekend, largely considered the unofficial start of summer, the Transportation Security Administration screened 9.79 million people, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. And half of Americans say they will take a trip this summer, according to a survey from Deloitte, up from 46% in 2022.Trips abroad are spiking in popularity, as people try to make up for time lost during pandemic-era travel restrictions. However, as inflation makes travel more expensive, budget-conscious travelers are opting to cut costs by driving to their destinations and choosing to stay stateside. AAA expected 2 million more travelers on the road on Memorial Day weekend 2023 than on that weekend in 2022.Beach destinations are popular this year, according to a survey from vacation-rental platform Vacasa, and outdoor recreation remains a top priority. Not only are ...

Nuggets vs. Heat Game 5: Three keys to victory as Denver looks to end NBA Finals

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

It’s closing time on the 2022-23 NBA season.But whether it ends in Denver or Miami is up to the Nuggets. They’ve already proven themselves superior to the Heat while taking a 3-1 NBA Finals lead. It seems only they can get in their own way at this point.Related ArticlesDenver Nuggets | NBA Finals roundtable: Did Michael Jordan ever have better playoff run than what Nikola Jokic’s doing in 2023? Denver Nuggets | Keeler: Blind Nuggets fans see what Kendrick Perkins, Stephen A. Smith can’t. Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray destined to be NBA champions. “Watch. Just watch.” Denver Nuggets | Bruce Brown’s career-defining night comes in same city where Jim Larrañaga gave him his pregame ritual Denver Nuggets | Kiszla: While first championship will be sweet, Nuggets’ lofty ambition is to win not one, not two … Denver Nuggets | Nuggets Journal: Mike Miller saw something...

3 suspects in custody after armed robbery leads to pursuit in El Sereno

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

Three suspects are now in custody after an alleged armed robbery developed into a pursuit in El Sereno Sunday morning. According to LAPD, a witness called 911 after observing three male suspects attempt to rob a business in the 4500 block of Valley Boulevard around 9:02 a.m. One suspect was taken into custody at the scene, police said. The two other suspects fled the scene in a gray BMW and LAPD units began a pursuit at 9:08 a.m. During the pursuit, a crash occurred at the intersection of Figueroa and 21st streets, and one of the suspects was arrested. The third suspect managed to get away after the crash but crashed again in the 1900 block of Estrella Avenue. He was arrested after the second crash occurred at 9:26 a.m. A rifle was also thrown out of the BMW during the pursuit, police said. None of the three suspects have been identified. Anisha Banerjee contributed to this report.

One dead, seven injured after gunfire breaks out at teen birthday party in Antioch

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

One person was killed and seven others were injured by gunfire after a teen birthday party in Antioch turned violent early Sunday morning.According to the Antioch Police Department, a 19-year-old male was hosting a birthday party on Sunset Lane near Mountaire Park. Sometime close to 1 a.m., uninvited guests arrived at the party and multiple shots were fired soon after.Officers received the first reports of multiple gunshots at 12:58 a.m. on Sunday. When they arrived on the scene, they were told that multiple people had been shot. According to police, the shots created a chaotic scene in which young party-goers, including those hit by gunfire, were fleeing in all directions into the neighborhood.The suspects also fled the area in a vehicle before police arrived at the party.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | School shootings are a real threat — so these Bay Area students invented a technology to fight back Crime and Public Safety | Nine people ...

San Mateo Police ask for help locating elderly man missing since Saturday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

The San Mateo Police Department is asking for assistance in finding Rafael Roldan, an 81-year-old San Mateo resident who struggles with dementia.Roldan was last seen on Saturday at 4 p.m. after leaving his residence on Casa de Campo Way to go watch a soccer game at the park down the street. Roldan reportedly never arrived at Los Prados park. His family reported him missing on Sunday.Roldan, who is about 5’1 and 175 pounds, was last seen wearing a red hat, red shirt, black jacket, green/gray pants and brown shoes.Anyone with information about Roldan can contact the San Mateo Police Department at (650) 522-7700.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Stanford professor accused of domestic abuse found after disappearing on backpacking trip Crime and Public Safety | Search continues for missing Stanford professor who faces domestic violence charge Crime and Public Safety | Stanford professor charged with domestic violence missing in Washingto...

One dead, six injured in Antioch birthday party shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

(KRON) -- One teenager died and several other people were injured in a shooting at a house party overnight on Sunday, the Antioch Police Department confirmed. Local leaders speak out after Mission District mass shooting Just before 1 a.m. several 911 calls reported a shooting at a residence on Sunset Lane. When officers arrived on scene, they found several victims and a large crowd. Witnesses at the scene told police that a birthday party was being held for a 19-year-old at a residence on the street. Witnesses said that shots were fired after several uninvited guests arrived at the party. Because the gathering was large, the gunshots created a panic and partygoers dispersed around the neighborhood. Some victims drove themselves to local hospitals after the shooting. KRON On is streaming now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position...

Israel secures 3rd place at Under-20 World Cup

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

LA PLATA, Argentina (AP) — Debutant Israel ended its successful appearance at the Under-20 World Cup by beating South Korea 3-1 on Sunday in the third-place playoff match. Ran Binyamin opened the scoring for the Israelis in the 19th minute at the Diego Maradona Stadium in La Plata, Argentina, before South Korea’s Seung-Won Lee equalized five minutes later from the spot. Omer Senior netted in the 76th and Anan Khalaili scored Israel’s third goal in the 85th to put the result beyond doubt.Israel’s surprise run at the tournament included the elimination of Brazil in the quarterfinals and knocking out Asian champions Uzbekistan in the round of 16.Indonesia was initially scheduled to host the tournament, but the Muslim-majority country did not accept Israel’s participation. FIFA decided to hand the organization over to Argentina one month before kickoff.Israel men’s team played at the 1970 World Cup in its only appearance so far at the tournament. Italy and ...

Únete al ejército: EEUU busca reclutar inmigrantes de una manera más agresiva

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

Cuando Esmita Spudes Bidari era una niña en Nepal, soñaba con estar en el ejército, pero esa no era una opción real en su país.La semana pasada, levantó la mano derecha y prestó juramento para unirse a las reservas del ejército de Estados Unidos, gracias en parte a un reclutador en Dallas que también es nepalí y se acercó a ella a través de un grupo en línea.Bidari, que se dirige a la capacitación básica en agosto, es solo el último en un número creciente de inmigrantes legales que se alistan en el ejército de los EEUU, ya que busca inmigrantes de manera más agresiva, ofreciendo una vía rápida a la ciudadanía para quienes se inscriban.Luchando por superar las deficiencias de reclutamiento, el ejército y la fuerza aérea han reforzado su comercialización para atraer a los residentes legales a alistarse, publicando folletos, trabajando en las redes sociales y ampliando su alcance, particularmente en el centro de las ciudades. Un elemento clave es el uso de reclutadores con antecedentes...

Wake Forest ties record with nine home runs, routs Alabama 22-5 to sweep super regional

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Brock Wilken hit three of Wake Forest’s record-tying nine home runs, and the Demon Deacons routed Alabama 22-5 on Sunday to win the Winston-Salem Super Regional.The Demon Deacons won both games in the super regional series, advancing to the College World Series for the third time and first time since winning the championship in 1955.Wilken went deep in the first, third and ninth innings, increasing his total to an ACC-record 70 career home runs.Marek Houston blasted a grand slam and Danny Corona hit two home runs with six RBIs. Tommy Hawke, Nick Kurtz and Bennett Lee also went deep for Wake Forest. The nine home runs tie the record for an NCAA Tournament game. Houston’s grand slam was the highlight of a six-run eighth inning, and Corona hit a three-run blast in a four-run ninth, as Wake Forest took its turn as the visiting team.Wilken went 4-for-5 and scored five runs. Justin Johnson, Corona and Lee scored three runs each.Colby Shelton hit two ...

McClanahan becomes majors’ 1st 10-game winner, Rays beat Rangers 7-3 to take 2 of 3

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:31:59 GMT

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Shane McClanahan became the first 10-game winner in the major leagues and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Texas Rangers 7-3 on Sunday, taking two of three games in a match up of the teams with best records in baseball.McClanahan (10-1) allowed three runs, all in the third inning, and four hits over seven innings. The 26-year-old left-hander retired his final 15 batters. He won a career-best 12 games in 28 starts last season.Wander Franco homered for MLB-leading Tampa Bay (48-20), which improved to 31-7 at home.Adfter Colin Poche worked a perfect eighth. Jason Adam walked Adolis Garcia and gave up a double to Josh Jung with one out before walking Jonah Heim to load the bases. The right-hander then got a game-clinching double-play grounder from Ezequiel Duran.Robbie Grossman homered for the AL West-leading Rangers (41-23), who have lost three of four.Franco connected for his first homer since May 9, a three-run drive off Martín Pérez (6-2) in the fourth that pu...