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Jeff 'The Roastmaster General' Ross returns to Chicago

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

CHICAGO — He's a friend of the WGN Morning News having done one of his trademark shows at the expense of our anchors a number of years ago in the studio.On Wednesday, the "Roastmaster General" was back on Channel 9 to talk about his upcoming show in the area. Jeff Ross will be hosting his one-man show "Take a Banana for the Ride" at Park West at 7 p.m. on Wednesday night as her performs for the audience for just a single night in Chicago. Before that, the comedian decided to stop by the WGN Morning News to discuss the show along with other aspects of his career with Larry Potash and Robin Baumgarten. You can watch Jeff's segment on the November 1 show in the video above.Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. Sign up and subscribe to our WGN Morning News newsletter.

Don't trash your pumpkins. Do this instead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — After the sunny fall weather leaves and the cold and snow move in, the pumpkin on your front porch might not be doing so well. Before trash day arrives, make sure you consider how to properly dispose of your pumpkins.Instead of just throwing your pumpkin in the trash, there are plenty of sustainable ways to reuse a pumpkin, including cooking with it or planting it. You can watch a thousand-pound pumpkin get carved on Halloween If you are indeed ready to say goodbye to your pumpkin, though, don't just let it rot on your porch after Halloween. Instead, follow these eco-friendly practices. How to throw out your pumpkinsDo'sCompostThe National Wildlife Federation recommends composting the pumpkin. You can do this by cutting it up into pieces and leaving it in a composting area in your yard. Covering with leaves allows the nutrients to soak into the soil. Local composting programs are also available throughout the country. Donate them to ranchesLocal ranches will take ...

Terri Hemmert celebrates 50 years on WXRT

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

Friday, November 3rd marks five decades of Terri Hemmert on Chicago's Very Own 93WXRT FM.She's celebrating the big anniversary with a weekend of events, both on air and across the city.

'Slower delivery:' DoorDash giving warning about not tipping

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

DoorDash is giving customers a warning about tipping. Users of the app have noticed a new warning screen popping up. It says refusing to tip might mean your food takes longer to get delivered.It says "Dashers can pick and choose which orders they want to do. Orders that take longer to be accepted by dashers tend to result in slower delivery."DoorDash says they are adding the prompt to be transparent with users and give them the best experience possible on the app. They also said that they want to encourage users to leave tips for the drivers. Taco Bell testing new chicken nuggets in this Midwest city The Verge reports DoorDash spokesperson Jenn Rosenberg said the message is “something that we’re currently testing to help create the best possible experience for all members of our community.”

Dean Richards chats with the star of COMPANY

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

Britney Coleman - Plays Bobbie in COMPANYCOMPANYCadillac Palace Theatre151 W. Randolph St., ChicagoOctober 31 – November 12http://www.BroadwayInChicago.comhttp://www.companymusical.com

Heavily armed man found dead at Colorado amusement park may have left message on wall, sheriff says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Police say the heavily armed man who was found dead inside a Colorado theme park over the weekend had likely planned to use those weapons in an attack on the community.The man, identified as 20-year-old Diego Barajas Medina, was found dead inside the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park prior to the park's opening on Saturday morning, according to the Garfield County Sheriff's Office.A coroner later confirmed Medina's cause of death to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. Former MLB player charged in the shooting of his in-laws pleads not guilty Medina was found dressed in black-colored tactical clothing, bearing patches and emblems that gave the appearance of someone with law enforcement. He was heavily armed with a semi-automatic rifle, semi-automatic handgun, multiple loaded magazines and explosive devices, authorities said. He was also wearing body armor and a ballistic helmet, according to the sheriff's office.“Given the preparation, given the amount of w...

Sunny and chilly, but near freezing again tonight

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A chilly morning meant temperatures dropped to the low 40s in our warmest spots, but down to freezing in parts of the Hill Country.Reported lows Wednesday morningA Freeze Warning may be needed again tonight for parts of the area, especially west of I-35. Many of us get down into the 30s for one more night.Communities expecting a freeze, especially in colder suburbs and rural areas, should take steps to protect:PetsPipesPlantsPeopleThursday morning is the last morning we're forecasting the potential for freezing temperatures for a little while. Expected Thursday morning low temperaturesAs winds shift from the northeast to the southeast, we'll see temperatures warming during the night and day.We'll be in the low 60s this afternoon, mid 60s on Thursday with 70s and 80s returning beginning on Friday.Highs next few daysWith the extra warmth will come enough humidity to help generate clouds. Despite the extra cloud cover to end the week and especially this weekend, we're ...

LIVE: It’s the last month of hurricane season, but the tropics remain active

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — As we near the end of an active hurricane season, a new system in the Caribbean Sea could become the next tropical depression.The National Hurricane Center said the system could form toward the end of the week as it moves westward over the central and southwestern Caribbean Sea. It has a 60 percent chance of development over the next seven days. Even if the system doesn't develop, the NHC said it has the potential to produce heavy rains over portions of Central America late this week and into the weekend.

First trauma recovery center in Texas opens in Austin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN)— Setting out to provide a holistic approach to helping survivors of violence heal, the Harvest Trauma Recovery Center is officially open in Austin. It's the first center of its kind in Texas, according to the City of Austin and the African American Youth Harvest Foundation (AAYHF). This center was created in partnership between the two entities. "The Harvest Trauma Recovery Center will stand as a sanctuary for survivors of violence in Austin-Travis County, where they will not only receive top quality mental health care but a full array of wraparound support including basic needs, case management, substance abuse intervention, workforce assistance and a host of social and educational programs to elevate the whole family,” AAYHF’s CEO Michael Lofton said in a press release. PAST COVERAGE: Trauma recovery center to open in Austin According to AAYHF's press release, this is a solutions-oriented approach modeled after 50 other trauma recovery centers nationwide.AAYHF said...

Leftover Halloween candy? Where to donate it in and beyond Austin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:00:47 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — It's never a bad thing to have more tricks than treats during Halloween. But what happens when you leave with excess Halloween candy or flavors that aren't your favorite?Here's a look at some of the places in the Austin area that accept candy donations.Central Texas Food BankCentral Texas Food Bank shared in a blog post last year they do accept wrapped Halloween candies. However, they added they do prioritize healthier and more nutritious food options in their warehouse storage and reserves.Instead, they recommended prospective donors look into HCBB programs in their community to donate to troops deployed overseas.Halloween Candy Buy BackThe national Halloween Candy Buy Back (HCBB) program launched in the early 2000s with the goal of reducing how much candy and sugar kids have, especially around the holiday season. After collecting excess candy, HCBB would then send the candy to troops "to let them know we appreciate them and as a thank you for serving to keep us saf...