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Illinois ranks #2 for most spam calls received

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

(STACKER) — Nearly everyone gets spam calls, but while some will tolerate this seemingly inescapable event, others will raise the alarm by complaining to the Federal Communication Commission (FCC).Unwanted calls are the most common complaint to the FCC. So far this year, people in all 50 states and the District of Columbia have reported more than 41,000 unwanted calls.Tally up the total by state, break it down per capita, and the Land of Lincoln lands in second place for the most spam calls received so far this year. Colorado took the top spot. See the full list below. Illinois Lotto jackpot climbs again for Thursday’s drawing: $21.5 million Spam calls come in many forms, including robocalls that use automatic dialing software to quickly call a list of numbers and send a pre-recorded message or use an artificial voice to make their pitch. The robots are busy, too—the FCC notes that robocallers make about 4 billion calls a month.Robocalls have become such a nuisance that many ...

Florida student group may need to remove 'Black' from its name

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

(NewsNation) — A student organization at Tallahassee Community College is grappling with a naming predicament due to a new Florida law.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 266 into law in May. It aims to prohibit colleges and universities from spending money on diversity, equity and inclusion programs.According to BBC World Services, the new law prohibits student-led organizations that advocate for DEI from receiving state or federal funding.Now, the Black Male Achievers may need to remove “Black” from its official title or risk losing its funding. Supreme Court’s affirmative action ruling leaves colleges looking for new ways to promote diversity Student Tyler Soto told BBC that the group is working out possible new names, such as "Male Achievers" or "Scholar Male Achievers."According to NBC Miami, DeSantis said, ‘‘This has basically been used as a veneer to impose an ideological agenda and that is wrong.” He added, “In fact, if you look at the way this has actually been i...

Uptown Theater's Upcoming Productions & Plans To Eradicate Racism

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

The Black Ensemble Theater Company is known for its productions portraying African-American culture, musicians and performers. They've got a world premiere, an anniversary, and plans to further their mission all coming up! Here with more on all of this - Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor.  blackensembletheater.org4450 N Clark StFacebook: @BlackEnsembleTheaterInstagram: @blackensembletheaterTwitter: @blackensembleYouTube: @BEtheater"A Taste of Soul" starts performances August 26Daytime Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Travis Early College High School classes canceled Thursday after body found on campus

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Crisis counselors are available 24/7.AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Classes were canceled Thursday morning for Travis Early College High School after a body was found on campus, officials said.Austin-Travis County EMS said a call came in at 7:41 a.m. and it pronounced one person dead on scene.In a social media thread, the Austin Independent School District said the campus was safe and there was no danger to students or staff. Travis Early College High School classes canceled after ‘incident’ on campus Aug. 17, 2023 (KXAN Photo/Todd Bynum) Travis Early College High School classes canceled after ‘incident’ on campus Aug. 17, 2023 (KXAN Photo/Todd Bynum) According to AISD police, a girl between the ages of 15 and 20 was found near the rear end of the campus. The manner of death remained under investigation, according to officials.According to officials, an AISD police offic...

Total eclipse traffic drives some Texas schools to cancel class

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

Editor's Note: The above video highlights how Central Texas communities are preparing for the 2024 solar eclipse event.AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Texas total solar eclipse isn't until April 8, but Texas school districts are preparing now. While many districts are planning to host special events for their students, others are having to cancel class due to the expected onslaught of tourists."It's kind of a once-in-a-lifetime thing for our students," Megan Hamilton, district communications specialist with Marble Falls ISD, said. The district is located in Burnet County. Texas Hill Country prepares for thousands of visitors ahead of total solar eclipse "We are canceling classes because we are actually in the path of totality," Hamilton said. Their district isn't the only one taking this approach. Academic calendars across Central Texas show at least 10 districts in the area are canceling classes on April 8, 2024, due to the eclipse."We actually just shifted one of our professional developme...

Greg Joseph wins Vikings’ kicking competition as team waives rookie Jack Podlesny

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

Greg Joseph is the last place-kicker standing at Vikings training camp.Though special-teams coordinator Matt Daniels insisted that the Vikings had a kicking competition on their hands, Joseph, the incumbent, beat out rookie Jack Podlesny, the challenger, without much of a fight.The plan heading into last Thursday’s preseason opener against the Seahawks in Seattle was for both Joseph and Podlesny to get some work in for the Vikings. Instead, Joseph handled the kicking duties by himself, converting on a 26-yard field, a 54-yard field goal, and an extra point.In response, Daniels told reporters earlier this week that he expected Joseph to cede reps to Podlesny in Saturday’s preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at U.S. Bank Stadium. He added that he was very excited to see both Joseph and Podlesny kick in front a crowd at TCO Performance Center with the Vikings hosting the Titans for joint practices this week.That proved not to be the case as Vikings decided to waive ...

I Love NY Pizza in Albany's Loudon Plaza closes

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- I Love NY Pizza, located at 336 Northern Boulevard in Albany's Loudon Plaza, has permanently closed. A message on the restaurant's website said it closed on Friday, August 11. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "We would like to thank all of our great and loyal customers for supporting us for the last 17 years," said the message. "Unfortunately time will dictate our struggles."When calling I Love NY Pizza, the call goes directly to voicemail, which is not accepting messages. The eatery is also listed as permanently closed on its Facebook page and on Google. Rotterdam deli under new ownership, changing name The reason for the closure was not made public. The owner has not yet responded to NEWS10's request for comment.

DOJ: Vermonter drove to Lake George to meet minor

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Vermont man pleaded guilty to interstate travel with intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a 12-year-old boy, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). Scott Westervelt, 46, faces a term of at least 5 years in prison under terms of a plea agreement. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The DOJ says Westervelt admitted between January and June 2022, he exchanged sexually explicit messages online with someone posing as a 12-year-old boy. Law enforcement says Westervelt expressed a desire to engage in illicit sexual conduct with the 12-year-old and arranged to meet the supposed child in Lake George for that purpose. The DOJ says Westervelt left his home in Bennington on June 14 and drove to Lake George where he was arrested. He will be sentenced on December 15. He also faces a term of post-imprisonment supervised release of at least five years to life.

Three arrested after search in Ralph Lauren store theft

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

MANCHESTER, Vt. (NEWS10) -- Three people were arrested after a retail theft at the Ralph Lauren Factory Store led to a brief foot chase and search in Manchester, Vermont. Jason Walker (45, Amsterdam), Aime Chabot (40, Schenectady), and Stephen Peterson (49, Halfmoon), each face charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Manchester Police say on Wednesday, around 4:30 p.m., they responded to a retail theft report at the Ralph Lauren Factory Store at 32 Depot Street. Police report that three people had stolen several items and fled the store on foot.Police canvassed the area and found two suspects nearby. Police say a brief foot chase ensued with Chabot, and they utilized a K9 to find additional suspects in the Mountain View Terrace neighborhood. Additional K9 units were brought in from the Winhall Police and Rescue Department, but they couldn't find more suspects. 17-year-old charged with manslaughter in Fort Ann shooting Later...

Madison Theatre reopening in Hudson

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:26:52 GMT

HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Madison Theatre location in Hudson has announced they will be opening their doors once again after temporarily closing down back in September 2022. The three-screen venue will reopen on August 18. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Guests at the dine-in cinema can order food and beverages from an expansive menu all from the comfort of their seat, and have it delivered as soon as it's ready. In addition to the menu and classic movie snacks like popcorn, candy and nachos, the theater is also in the process of obtaining its full liquor license, and will offer a menu of craft cocktails, local beer, wines, ciders, and even boozy milkshakes. “We’re thrilled to be able to reopen this storied theater to the greater Hudson region and are excited to bring a large, state-of-the-art arcade to the venue," said owner Kevin Parisi. “Choices for dining will include fresh baked flatbread pizzas, chicken tenders, Phill...