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Taiwan opposition party picks New Taipei mayor, a former police chief, as its presidential candidate

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s opposition Nationalist Party picked the popular mayor of New Taipei City, Hou Yu-ih, on Wednesday as its candidate in next year’s presidential election, seen as a referendum on the island’s future relations with China.Hou, the former head of the National Police Agency, will face current Vice President William Lai of the governing Democratic Progressive Party in the January polls. The Nationalists seek warmer ties with mainland China, while the governing party is seen as pro-independence. Current President Tsai Ing-wen has served two terms and is unable to run again.Hou was chosen by the Nationalists over Terry Gou, a billionaire Taiwanese businessman who founded Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics maker. One of his first tasks will be to try to unite the party behind his candidacy. Hou has said little publicly about his approach to China, focusing instead on local politics. Beijing claims Taiwan as its territory an...

Man shot on inbound Eisenhower

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

CHICAGO — A man shot on the inbound Eisenhower early Wednesday morning caused a large traffic build-up.Illinois State Police said the shooting was reported around 5:15 a.m. on the expressway near the Cicero Avenue ramp.A man was transported to an area hospital with non life-threatening injuries.EB I-290 is a mess. All lanes remain closed at Central for shooting investigation. Delays now go back to Mannheim. pic.twitter.com/KMR6t27lCg— Sarah Jindra (@SarahJindra) May 17, 2023All lanes were closed to traffic at Central Avenue at around 6:15 a.m. Just before 7 a.m., they reopened.

Man, woman in custody after 2 boys shot outside Chicago library

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

CHICAGO -- Two teens have been hospitalized after being shot outside of a Chicago Public Library branch in Garfield Park Tuesday evening.A man and woman were taken into custody on the 3900 block of West Madison. Police did recover a weapon from the suspects.According to the Chicago Police Department, officers responded to the Henry E. Legler Regional Branch of the Chicago Public Library on the 100 block of South Pulaski in Garfield Park just after 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Former Lake Zurich Lacrosse Club president accused of embezzling $160K Upon arrival, CPD discovered two individuals had been shot. A 16-year-old boy with two gunshot wounds to the legs was transported to a local hospital in good condition.A 12-year-old boy was also shot. A library security guard rushed to his aid, carrying him inside and calling for an ambulance. The 12-year-old boy was transported to a local hospital in fair condition. Former DuPage County corrections officer accused of having sex with inmate A ...

Wednesday Forecast: Temps in low 60s with mostly sunny conditions

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

CHICAGO — Cooler conditions Wednesday with temperatures in the low 60s. Mostly sunny with a wide temp range. Winds: ENE 10-15 G20. High: 63/57. Interactive Radar: Track showers and storm here Partly cloudy tonight. Winds: SE 5-10. Low: 45.Thursday Forecast: Mostly sunny, cooler lakeside. Winds: SSE 5-10. High: 78/70.Full forecast details and more at the WGN Weather Center blog

15-year-old dies after double shooting in Albany Park

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

CHICAGO -- A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed in Albany Park Tuesday evening.According to the Chicago Police Department, officers responded to the 3500 block of West Leland in Chicago's Albany Park neighborhood on reports of a person shot just before 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Former Lake Zurich Lacrosse Club president accused of embezzling $160K Upon arrival, officers discovered a 27-year-old and a 15-year-old suffering from gunshot wounds at the scene. 1 killed, 1 critical after Fox Lake restaurant shooting The 27-year-old man was struck once on the buttocks and was transported to a local hospital in fair condition.The 15-year-old boy was struck on the torso and transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead.A witness said that multiple men fled the scene on foot after the shots were fired.No suspects are in custody at this time. The investigation is ongoing.Stay with WGN as this story develops.

Wonder drug? Newly FDA-approved menopause drug treats hot flashes in a different way

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

(NewsNation) — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new pill that treats hot flashes caused by menopause.Veozah is a once-daily pill that treats moderate-to-severe symptoms including sweating, flushing and chills. The drug is different from other menopause treatments in that it is not a hormone and works by targeting a brain receptor that plays a role in regulating body temperature.The FDA said in a statement the medication will provide "an additional safe and effective treatment option for women."The agency noted that more than 80% of women experience hot flashes during menopause as the body gradually produces lower levels of reproductive hormones between the ages of 45 and 55. Paleo, keto diets may harm heart health, report says OB/GYN specialist Dr. Shari Brasner said Tuesday on "CUOMO" that the drug will give women more options in treating their menopause symptoms."Hopefully, this is just the start of new things coming down the pipeline," Brasner said.The drug carri...

Oscar Mayer is giving the Wienermobile a new name

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile — perhaps the most accurately named vehicle in the history of transportation — is getting a new name for the first time since its debut in 1936.The company’s fleet of sausage-shaped cars will henceforth be known as “Frankmobiles” to bring attention to a new recipe for All Beef Franks, according to Oscar Mayer.“Debuting this week, the fleet of six vehicles feature bun-derful new elements, including saucy exterior decals, Frank Whistles (formerly Wiener Whistles) and a newly renamed class of Hotdoggers behind the wheel — now known as Frankfurters,” the company wrote in a press release.(Oscar Mayer)In addition to their new monikers, Oscar Mayer’s Frankmobiles will also be handing out coupons for free packages of hot dogs, but only for visitors named Frank (or any “iteration” of the name, according to Oscar Mayer). Chicago's ‘Superdawg’ celebrates 75 years in business: What's with the statues? A representative for Oscar Mayer would not say whet...

Dean's Home Video: 'White Men Can't Jump'

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

CHICAGO — A popular sports comedy from the 1990s is getting a remake in 2023."White Men Can't Jump" features Sinqua Walls and Jack Harlow in the roles that were made famous by Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson in the 1992 film. It's set to be released Friday on Hulu.That's one of a few new movies, shows, and documentaries that are set to be released soon that were featured on "Dean's Home Video" on Wednesday's WGN Morning News. Along with the new version of "White Men Can't Jump," Dean Richards featured "High Desert," "XO, Kitty," "The Family Stallone" series debut, a documentary from Barack Obama, and more.You can see this entire version of "Dean's Home Video" from the May 17 show in the video above.Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter. You'll also get his Dean Cooks recipes too!

Neighbors concerned about illegal activity on unpaved roads near highway 620

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) – Just feet away from a “No Dumping” sign sits an abandoned couch and recliner chair that was left behind by someone. It’s right next to Hannah Milford’s property on Pyramid drive, and it leaves her frustrated."Oh my goodness. It's nonstop. It's happening faster than I can clean it up,” Milford explained.Milford said Pyramid and O’Reilly drives have become a hotspot for illegal activity, such as dumping and squatters. She’s not wrong.If you take a drive down the rocky, muddy, uneven dirt roads, you will see different types of trash. There are toilets, furniture, and even abandoned cars and RVs that are completely destroyed from the inside out.Milford bought the piece of land near her home so she could place her small business, a mental health agency, on the property. She plans to operate the business out of a camper, but there are problems.Substandard roads The two roads are considered substandard and not up to Travis County standards. The roads do not ha...

Major bills impacting nursing homes, resident rights inch toward passage

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:13:40 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — After the last legislative session, Mary Nichols thought she was done driving 200 miles from the Dallas-area town of Forney to the Texas State Capitol to advocate for residents in nursing and assisted living facilities.After the doors of her mother’s nursing home closed in 2020 and the state suspended visitation to prevent the spread of COVID-19, she formed the group Texas Caregivers for Compromise. She worked with lawmakers to help pass a law giving Texans the constitutional right to an “essential caregiver.”However, she said, the group’s work is far from over.Mary Nichols' mother, who lives in a nursing home, pictured prior to the pandemic. (Courtesy Nichols family) Texas Caregivers for Compromise are advocating in favor of Proposition 6 on the November ballot. (Courtesy Mary Nichols) “There are other issues related to long-term care, resident rights, that have come up — that we've just not been able to walk away from,” she said. “There aren't many people out there...