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A Cirque show is returning to Chicagoland in August

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

ORLAND PARK, Ill. — A unique show that features a number of interesting acts for audiences is making its return to Chicagoland in August. Cirque Italia's "Paranormal Cirque" is making two stops in the area this month, with the first coming in Orland Park from Thursday through Sunday with six performances. It will take place in the parking lot of Orland Square Mall at 288 Orland Square Drive. From August 17-20, the show will move to Aurora for six more performances in the parking lot at Premium Outlet Mall at 1650 Premium Outlet Blvd. Tickets are available for the Orland Park and Aurora shows, with no one under the age of 13 being admitted to the show. Those who are 13-17 must be accompanied by an adult. In 2022, Cirque Italia's "Water Circus" made visits to Orland Park and Aurora during the summer, but now the organization is bringing a different type of performance to these locations."Whenever we find places where people respond to it and they want to come back and they want to se...

Travis County commissioners to discuss overdose prevention funding Tuesday

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows KXAN Live's top headlines for Aug. 8, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) – Travis County commissioners are scheduled to meet Tuesday to discuss investing thousands of dollars in preventing overdose deaths in the county. According to the posted agenda, commissioners will consider divvying up $825,000 for the following: $175,000 to purchase NARCAN$350,000 for Peer Recovery Supports – 2-year contract with Communities for Recovery$300,000 for Methadone Services – two 2-year contracts with Addiction and Psychotherapy Services and Community Medical Services Methadone is a treatment that uses liquids or pills to reduce withdrawal symptoms or cravings for opioids.The $825,000 is coming from $1.6 billion Texas expects to receive over 18 years from from opioid crisis court rulings. IN-DEPTH - Opioid Abatement Fund Council As Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar told KXAN in 2022, "these are dollars from either drug companies or distribution companies that have settled with the...

VSP: Man accused of recording in gymnastics center bathroom

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

BERLIN, Vt. (NEWS10) -- A North Adams, Massachusetts, man was arrested on Monday following an investigation for reports of video recordings in a bathroom of a local gymnastics center. Jonathan Girard, 39, is charged with voyeurism. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Saturday, July 15, Vermont State Police at the Berlin Barracks received a report of video recordings that came from the bathroom of a local gymnastics center. In assistance with the North Adams Police Department in Massachusetts, police say they seized a computer believed to contain these recordings from Girard who was a visiting gymnastics coach.Police say further investigation by detectives from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation, including digital forensics analysis, found evidence of voyeurism. On Monday, Girard was issued a citation through his attorney to answer the charge of voyeurism. Hagaman native rocks ‘America’s Got Talent’ stage with band ‘True Vi...

Free bus and train rides for residents under 20 starts Sept. 1 under RTD pilot program

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

Bus and train rides around metro Denver for residents age 19 and under will be free for a year, Regional Transportation District officials announced Tuesday morning.Starting Sept. 1 under RTD’s Zero Fare for Youth pilot program — approved on July 25 — anybody under 20 will be able to ride on RTD buses and trains for free through August 2024, officials said in a news advisory.RTD’s manager Debra Johnson planned to gather with Denver Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer, Denver Public Schools Board Member Scott Baldermann, and RTD board members by light rail tracks at Denver’s Union Station Tuesday morning to unveil the program.

Denver weather: Sunny with possible late afternoon storms from “anomalously strong” atmospheric currents

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

A weather system that meteorologists describe as “anomalously strong” is moving across metro Denver and Colorado’s Front Range Tuesday, possibly leading to severe storms in northeastern Colorado, according to the National Weather Service.But conditions in Denver probably will remain mostly sunny with any afternoon rain showers and thunderstorms likely to be moderate, weather service officials said. Meteorologists estimated the likelihood of rain in Denver at 20%.State health officials have issued an air quality alert due to ground-level ozone air pollution approaching levels deemed unhealthy for children, the elderly, and people with respiratory problems.The storms Tuesday are expected to intensify in the evening, mostly east of the Interstate 25 urban corridor, though flash flooding is possible in the mountain foothills northwest of metro Denver across the forest burn scar left by the August 2020 Cameron Peak fire, weather service officials said. Storms Tuesday ev...

City workers' 1-day strike expected to impact services Angelenos count on

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

Thousands of city workers in Los Angeles are taking part in a one-day strike Tuesday to bring attention to what they describe as unfair labor practices and the city's failure to bargain in good faith.More than 11,000 city workers for SEIU Local 721, including sanitation workers, heavy-duty mechanics, engineers, gardeners, custodians, lifeguards and many others, are expected to take part in the strike.The picket lines were already in full force by 5 a.m. in front of City Hall on Spring Street. Workers say they are tired of vacant positions requiring workers to take on large amounts of overtime and are ready to send a message about what they describe as unfair labor practices. Food delivery robots under attack from vandals “We’re being very overworked, we’re understaffed, the city has disrespected us and we’re tired of it. If they continue to disrespect us we’re gonna shut it down,” said Dion Cornelious, a bus operator and executive board member for SEIU Local 721.Services expected...

Female killed by semi-truck on SB 101 Freeway; lanes closed through Echo Park

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

A female who got out of her vehicle was struck and killed on the 101 Freeway prompting lane closures through the Echo Park area of Los Angeles Tuesday morning.California Highway Patrol units responded to the incident around 3:45 a.m. on the southbound side of the freeway near Alvarado Street. First responders investigate a fatal crash on the 101 Freeway in the Echo Park area on Aug. 8, 2023. (KeyNews.TV)The female apparently had some sort of car trouble and stopped on the freeway to check the problem, CHP Sgt. Jensen said.For unknown reasons she walked into traffic lanes and was struck, Jensen said. The crash victim was pronounced dead at the scene. She has not been identified.There were no indications of foul play regarding the incident, which "seems like an accident," Jensen said. Third suspect arrested in connection with murder of teen in Irvine All lanes on the southbound side of the 101 Freeway were shut down at Alvarado due to the investigation. Traffic was being taken off a...

Izzy Bizu Calls on Flower Power

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

Izzy Bizu Calls on Flower Power: Pop & soul artist Izzy Bizu has released new summer anthem “Flower Power,” a super-catchy ditty that is both danceable and relatable.“‘Flower Power’ is a song I wrote about trying things for the first time, feeling liberated, feeling the energy of others and trusting in them to take me on adventures I’d never forget,” said Bizu in a statement “Hope you enjoy this little piece of my story, big love.”“Flower Power” is the follow-up to recent singles “Dumb” and “Walk Away.”“Performing at Lollapalooza this Saturday, August 5 with headliners ODESZA and at Red Rocks with Hippie Sabotage on August 8, Izzy has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry – including touring with Sam Smith, Coldplay, and Justin Bieber – to receive acclaim from Vogue, LA Times, Billboard, The Guardian, Elite Daily, NME, Clash, Earmilk, and more for blending pop hooks with elements of soul and jazz that reflect ...

Man injured in Campbell stabbing

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

July 3110:53 a.m. in the 400 block of West Hamilton Avenue: A man, 57, defecated in the parking lot and was cited.11:52 a.m. in the 1800 block of South Bascom Avenue: A woman left her wallet in the bathroom, and when she returned to get it, money was missing.1800 block of South Bascom Avenue: A man stole about $400 worth of miscellaneous clothes and fled on a scooter.2:21 a.m. at Hamilton Avenue and San Tomas Expressway: A man, 19, was stopped for a vehicle code violation. Approximately 80 fentanyl pills were found in his car, and he possessed $700 in cash. He was under the influence of a narcotic. He was arrested for DUI and for the possession/transportation of drugs for sale. His driver’s license was also suspended.2:26 a.m. at White Oaks Road and Curtner Avenue: A man, 29, was found passed out behind the wheel of his car. He had objective symptoms of alcohol intoxication and was found to be DUI.Aug. 13 p.m. in the 400 block of East Hamilton Avenue A man cut the lid off a garbage ...

Golf clubs stolen from multiple vehicles in Los Gatos

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:07:25 GMT

July 31VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITH NO INJURIES: 2:50 p.m. at Athleta on North Santa Cruz Avenue. The reporting party bumped into another vehicle, did not see any damage so did not leave a note. They will do info exchange if other party contacts the police.STOLEN VEHICLE: 3:31 p.m. on Avery Lane. A resident was out of town for the weekend and came home and discovered their 2010 Honda was missing.SUSPICIOUS PERSON: 4:01 p.m. at Physical Therapy Of Los Gatos on Los Gatos Boulevard. Someone entered the back of the business, went straight to the showers and took a shower. The reporting party said they had to knock on the door repeatedly to get the suspect to leave. The suspect does not appear to be a transient.SUSPICIOUS PERSON: 6:24 p.m. on Placer Oaks Court. Someone was soliciting for pest control but had no information about the business. When a resident answered her Ring camera, the suspect asked if she was home.Aug. 1GARBAGE COMPLAINT: 1:28 p.m. on Tait Avenue. A vehicle drove by a house ...