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Canada opens applications for scholarships commemorating victims of Iran flight PS752

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

OTTAWA — The Liberals have launched a scholarship to commemorate those killed in the downing of Flight PS752 by Iranian officials in 2020.The program will disburse 176 scholarships, one for each of the people who died when a Ukraine International Airlines flight was shot down outside Tehran.The victims included 55 Canadian citizens and 30 permanent residents, many of whom had significant academic accomplishments in Canada.The scholarship will involve an average of $25,000 for each of the 176 winners, with $4.4 million to be delivered over the course of five years and each scholarship named after an individual victim.The scholarship was first announced in January 2022. Applications for the first round opened on Wednesday and close in just 28 days.Both international and domestic students attending a college or university in Canada can apply, if their study focuses on the prevention of air disasters or the same field of study or work as one of the victims.Global Affairs Canada says it ...

US Coast Guard rescues 12 after cargo ship runs aground in US Virgin Islands

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The U.S. Coast Guard said it rescued 12 people who abandoned a large cargo ship that ran aground near the U.S. Virgin Islands early Wednesday.The agency is investigating whether the incident caused any contamination, noting that the vessel was carrying some 13,000 gallons of fuel and 250 gallons of lube oil. The ship, named Bonnie G, also was transporting six cars, a truck, a trailer and two pallets of cargo.“There is still much work ahead of us,” said Capt. José Díaz, commander of the Coast Guard Sector San Juan.Those aboard the 195-foot (59-meter) ship radioed for help after the engine room began taking on water before dawn. They abandoned ship using a lifeboat and two life rafts, the Coast Guard said.The incident occurred near St. Thomas as Tropical Storm Philippe dropped heavy rain and churned waters in the region.The Associated Press

The dates for the 2024 Chicago Street Races have been set

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

CHICAGO — For a second-straight year, drivers in NASCAR will take to the streets of the "Windy City" for a showcase in the summer.This time, it will take place just a little bit later. The @NASCARChicago Street Race Dates Are Officially Set For 2024..Xfinity Race - Saturday, July 6 at 1:30 p.m. central time..Cup Series Race - Sunday, July 7 at 3:30 p.m. .@WGNNews pic.twitter.com/PnwhVhGBEh— Larry Hawley (@HawleySports) October 4, 2023The stock car race company announced on Wednesday that the second Chicago Street Race will be staged on Saturday, July 6 and Sunday, July 7. This comes a week later than the inaugural event, which took place on July 1 & 2 this past summer.NASCAR's Xfinity Series race will go off on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. central time with the Cup Series event taking place on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. central time.There was some doubt if the event would return since both NASCAR and the City of Chicago had the ability to opt out of the three-year deal for a cost. The l...

'Multi-generational': Hawthorn Woods preparing for annual stargazing class

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

HAWTHORN WOODS, Ill. — Anyone curious in learning more about the night sky can attend Hawthorn Woods' stargazing class as they gear up for their fifth season.The program began in 2018 as the village was contemplating trying to obtain a designation as a dark sky community. It was granted in August 2019 after Hawthorn Woods residents "bought in," according to Kim Stewart, who runs the class with her husband Jim.Businesses and homes are required to have their lights on timers or sensors to preserve the night sky. "It actually took two to three years to prepare," Steward told WGN News. "We really hit it hard and promoted the importance of preserving the night sky and migrant patterns for wildlife."Another area community, Westmont, is trying to follow Hawthorn Woods' lead by offering a dark sky grant program.Like many other outdoor activities, COVID-19 created demand for the class, something the Stewarts didn't have in their first couple of years."It went from four families in the first ...

$100K in enhanced bike facilities, bus stops planned in northwest, east Austin

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Construction on new transit facilities and cycling infrastructure is underway off Lakeline Boulevard and Loyola Lane in northwest and east Austin.The projects are being done in collaboration between the City of Austin and CapMetro. Both projects are designed to improve transit access for those walking, biking and catching a bus in the area, city officials said in an Austin Mobility newsletter Monday.Construction on new transit facilities and cycling infrastructure is underway off Lakeline Boulevard and Loyola Lane in northwest and east Austin. (Courtesy: City of Austin)Near the H-E-B Plus along Lakeline Boulevard, project highlights include:New westbound multimodal bus stop with improved access to area shops, retailersEnhanced, safer bicycle facilities at the bus stop Redesigned lane configuration "to accommodate transit operational needs"Planned improvements at the intersection of Loyola Lane and Sandshof Drive include:Two new multimodal bus stops on the northwest,...

Wild’s new grit line will get its first game action Thursday in Chicago

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

Brandon Duhaime and Connor Dewar have been practicing with new linemate Pat Maroon for all of Wild training camp, but they have yet to play in a game together. That will change Thursday night in Chicago.The Wild on Wednesday trimmed down their roster to what will be, barring injury, their Opening Night lineup when they assigned forward Sammy Walker to AHL Iowa, and placed forwards Jujhar Khaira, Vinni Lettieri, Nic Petan and defenseman Dakota Mermis on waivers. If they clear, they’ll be assigned to Iowa.That leaves head coach Dean Evason with his projected lines, and defensive pairings, for a 7:30 p.m. puck drop against the Blackhawks at United Center. The exhibition game will be broadcast on Bally Sports North.Unless Evason feels the need to tinker some more before the Oct. 12 regular-season opener against the Florida Panthers at Xcel Energy Center, the Wild will play these projected lines: Kirill Kaprizov, Ryan Hartman and Mats Zuccarello; Matt Boldy, Marco Rossi and Marcus Johans...

Teen receives 25-year prison sentence for Michael Brasel fatal shooting

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

Hilary Brasel, the widow of Michael Brasel, looks up as she reads her victim impact statement during the sentencing of Kle Swee for the second-degree murder of Michael Brasel at the Ramsey County Court House in St. Paul on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. Swee, who pleaded guilty, was sentenced to 25 years in prison. (John Autey / Pioneer Press)Kle Swee listens to victim impact statements during his sentencing hearing for the murder of Michael Brasel at the Ramsey County Court House in St. Paul on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. Swee, who pleaded guilty, was sentenced to 25 years in prison. (John Autey / Pioneer Press)Christopher Brasel, brother of Michael Brasel, wipes away tears as he reads his victim impact statement during the sentencing of Kle Swee for the second-degree murder of Michael Brasel at the Ramsey County Court House in St. Paul on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. Swee, who pleaded guilty, was sentenced to 25 years in prison. (John Autey / Pioneer Press)Relatives of defendant Kle Swee react...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Antonio Delgado’s road to politics

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

Before Antonio Delgado became the first Afro-Latino to be elected Lieutenant Governor, he was a young student growing up in Schenectady.“It’s important for me looking back at my own childhood, growing up in Schenectady,” Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado said. “My parents working for General Electric and living that story of upward mobility… We had very humble beginnings.” Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Delgado’s road to politics wasn’t exactly straight and smooth. But through all the bumps and potholes, his family paved the way.Both of his parents worked at General Electric for many years. His family is a mix of African-American, Mexican, Colombian, and Venezuelan ancestry. He is one of four children who grew up on Duane Avenue in the Hamilton Hill neighborhood of Schenectady.Delgado remembers money was tight, and clipping coupons and putting clothing and appliances on layaway was just a part of life.“I remember the journey...

Police arrest two in Central Avenue stabbing case

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Police Department has arrested two individuals in connection to a stabbing that happened on Central Avenue on Friday afternoon. Police say the 42-year-old victim was treated at the Albany Medical Center Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police identified Rasheem Andrews and Phillip Hudson as suspects. Andrews was charged with one count of attempted murder in the second degree. He was arraigned in Albany City Criminal Court and remanded to the Albany County Jail.Hudson was charged with assault in the second degree. He was also arraigned in Albany City Criminal Court and remanded to the Albany County Jail.

LGA: New Lake George algal blooms not toxic

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:12:58 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Last month, three harmful algal blooms (HABs) were spotted on Lake George. They're far from the first to leave pea-green blotches on the Queen of American Lakes - but they're farther up the 32-mile water body than researchers have seen previously. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The trio of blooms were all spotted in one go on Tuesday, Sept. 12. All three are located in Lake George's northern basin, with one each in Basin Bay, Huddle Bay, and Oneida Bay. HABs form on water bodies for a few reasons - often when given an excess of nutrient runoff to feed on, such as from septic tank runoff or the influence of road salt. This week, the Lake George Association - which first announced the blooms' presence last month - was able to follow up with some good news. On Wednesday, the stewardship group confirmed that the blooms had not been found to be toxic in their makeup. The Jefferson Project, which conduct...