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The 9th Annual Laugh Your Face Off Comedy Fundraiser

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

The 9th annual Laugh Your Face Off Comedy Fundraiser is happening this Saturday, benefitting the facial pain research foundation. Joining us now with all the details is WGN's very own Pat Tomasulo.laughyourfaceoff.orgDaytime Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

A Hispanic Heritage Inspired Cocktail Recipe

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

Mijenta tequila is a smooth spirit with a strong commitment to sustainability and female leadership. Joining us now with a Hispanic Heritage inspired cocktail recipe is Natasha Sofia.MIJENTA-TEQUILA.comLa Tierra Fizz Ingredients:- 1.5 oz Mijenta Tequila- .75 oz fresh lime juice- .5 oz Nixta Licor de Elote (Corn Liqueur)- .5 oz simple syrup- London Essence Pineapple Soda to top- Ice cubes- Lime wheel or pineapple wedge for garnishTools:- Cocktail shaker- Jigger or measuring tool- Highball or Collins glass- Strainer- Stirring spoon Instructions:1. **Preparation**:   - Make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready.   - Fill the cocktail shaker with ice to pre-chill it.2. **Measure and Pour**:   - Use a jigger to measure 1.5 oz of Mijenta Tequila and pour it into the shaker.   - Measure .75 oz of fresh lime juice and add it to the shaker.   - Measure .5 oz of Nixta Licor de Elote and add it to the mix.   - Lastly...

The History & Future of Westfield Old Orchard

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

Sponsored by Westfield Old OrchardWestfield Old Orchard is the 3rd largest shopping mall in the state. Not only can you shop some of your favorite brands, but there are also restaurants, community events, a luxury cinema, and to top it all off - they are expanding to make it even better. I spoke with Lifestyle Expert Karen Firsel to hear what this redevelopment includes. Check it out.Daytime Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Rapper Matt Muse Talks New Mixtape, "So Far, So Decent"

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

Chicago-based Rapper Matt Muse has a brand-new mixtape out today called 'So Far, So Decent'. Matt joins us now with details on the EP and his musical journey.And now a performance from Rapper Matt Muse.A Very Serious Gallery673 N. Milwaukee AveInstagram @mattmuse12Twitter @mattmuse12And now one last performance from Rapper Matt Muse from his new mixtape, 'So Far, So Decent'. Performing 'Leave Here'. We'll see you back here tomorrow at 10 am. Take it away.Daytime Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Man accused of killing 18 elderly women is slain in Texas prison by cellmate: official

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

DALLAS (AP) — A man accused of killing nearly two dozen older women and who was convicted last year in the slayings of two was killed Tuesday morning by his cellmate at a Texas prison, an official said.Billy Chemirmir, 50, was found dead in his cell, said Texas Department of Criminal Justice spokeswoman Hannah Haney. She said that Chemirmir's cellmate, who is serving a sentence for murder, was identified as the assailant, but said she couldn't release the cellmate's identity or how Chemirmir was killed.The first capital murder trial of Chemirmir for the slaying of Lu Thi Harris, 81, ended in mistrial in Dallas County. He was later convicted in a second trial for Harris’ death and convicted of a second killing in the death of Mary Brooks, 87.Authorities said Chemirmir preyed on older women, killing them and stealing their valuables. Chemirmir, who maintained his innocence, was serving two sentences of life without the possibility of parole. Instagram post may shed new light in dea...

Cyberattack could squeeze supply of Clorox wipes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

(WXIN) – You may have a harder time getting Clorox wipes — and it has nothing to do with COVID-19.The Clorox Company disclosed this week in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that a cyberattack has disrupted its business operations.The August cybersecurity incident targeted the company’s information technology systems. Clorox took “immediate steps” to stop it and brought some of its systems offline. Ground beef recalled due to possible E. coli contamination As a result, the company instituted a manual ordering and processing procedure at a “reduced rate of operations.” It’s started to affect the supply of products, including disinfecting wipes, available to customers.“The Company is operating at a lower rate of order processing and has recently begun to experience an elevated level of consumer product availability issues,” according to the SEC filing.Clorox believes any unauthorized activity has been contained and is investigating the incident. The company ...

What is Gophers coach P.J. Fleck’s new tattoo? And why it means so much to him

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

The Gophers offense didn’t reveal much during a few open practices in training camp, but if you were able to look close enough in those brief August moments, P.J. Fleck shared something special to him.When the head coach wore shorts, his usual summer practice attire, it exposed a new tattoo on one of his tanned, athletically toned calves. Vertical ink running downward to his Achilles tendon now reads: “This too shall pass.”The famous phrase has been attributed to the Bible, and while faith is intertwined in its meaning, those words are not written there in that way. One popular claim is to an ancient Jewish folktale, and President Abraham Lincoln was a fan of the saying, via that origin story.“It is said an Eastern monarch (King Solomon) once charged his wise men to invent him a sentence, to be ever in view, and which should be true and appropriate in all times and situations,” Lincoln said in closing a speech in Wisconsin in 1859. “They presented him the words: ‘And this, too, shal...

Books available for $1 at the Colonie Fall Book Sale

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Friends of the Colonie Town Library are hosting its annual Fall book sale from Thursday, September 21 to Monday, September 25. There will be thousands of gently used books, CDs, and DVDs. Most items are only $1. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “The annual Fall Book sale is our largest fundraising event of the year," said Friends of the Library President Becky Klope. “The funds raised during the event go towards assisting with important library initiatives such as free event programming and library improvements. Due to the record-breaking summer at the Book Nook at The Crossings of Colonie and the increase in generous book donations from our community, we are thrilled to extend the sale this year."The fundraiser kicks off with a preview night on Thursday. Guests can pay a $5 entry fee and be the first to browse ...

Yonkers man accused of stalking students in Dutchess County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

EAST FISHKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Yonkers man was arrested on Sunday after he was accused of stalking female students at John Jay High School in East Fishkill. Cesar Rojas, 33, was charged with fourth-degree stalking. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! East Fishkill Police say they got a complaint on Tuesday, September 12, of a suspicious man who approached a female student across from John Jay High School. Police say he followed the student in his car and approached two other female students off campus that same day.On Sunday, Rojas was placed under arrest. He was attained at the East Fishkill Justice Court and was released on his own recognizance, set to appear at a later date. An order of protection was also served, mandating him to stay away from the victim and the school.

Movie lineup, celebs set for Woodstock Film Festival

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:00:24 GMT

WOODSTOCK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Kiefer Sutherland, Steve Buscemi and Brittany Snow are among the list of celebrities scheduled to appear at the Woodstock Film Festival. The festival is set for September 27 to October 1, with a special event on September 26. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Now in its 24th year, the Woodstock Film Festival takes place at venues across Woodstock, Rosendale and Saugerties. The lineup includes feature narratives, feature documentaries, shorts, live music, special events and guest panels.Kiefer Sutherland, who was recently spotted in Kingston, will be performing a special acoustic music concert after the screening of his film "Texas Music Revolution." The special event is set for September 26 at 7 p.m. at Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock. You can still buy tickets on the Woodstock Film Festival website. Ranked: Best colleges in the Capital Region for 2024 Other celebrities making appearances include Sof...