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Crowds, high prices and the 'White Lotus' effect: Worst places to travel this summer

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Summer vacation is supposed to be about rest and relaxation. But in reality, it sometimes ends up being about overpriced tourist traps, crowded streets or delayed flights. How can you avoid that fate? We asked Clint Henderson, frequent traveler and managing editor at The Points Guy, for some guidance. First off, make sure you pick the right location to jet off to. If you're looking for peace and tranquility, there are some destinations you may want to avoid in 2023. "The 'White Lotus' effect is real," Henderson said, referring to the popular HBO series that portrays luxury travel in Hawaii and Sicily, Italy. "Pretty much anytime you put a location in a film or a popular TV series, it's going to become really popular," he explained. "In fact, it's tough to even get a hotel room sometimes now in Sicily." It's not just Sicily — The Points Guy is seeing huge demand for pretty much all European destination this year, Henderson said. Some spots have made moves to restrict...

Remembering Lee Elia's infamous rant on Cubs' fans 40 years ago Saturday

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

CHICAGO - One of the most infamous moments in the long and storied history of the "Friendly Confines" happened 40 years ago on Saturday - and it all had to do with some unfriendly words for fans.On April 29, 1983, Lee Elia, who was then the manager of the Cubs, unleashed a memorable tirade that was directed at the supporters of the team after a difficult loss to the Dodgers in a tough start to the season.With 9,391 fans in attendance at the ballpark, the Cubs lost a two-run lead in the final innings in a 4-3 defeat to Los Angeles. As the team walked down the left field line to get to the clubhouse, which they had to do in those days at Wrigley Field, fans vented their frustrations verbally and, per reports from that day, threw a few beverages at players. Perhaps that's what set Elia off on a tirade for the ages when he met with a handful of reporters in the locker room minutes later. The late Les Grobstein, a longtime radio reporter and host in Chicago, captured what would become ar...

Robbers with assault rifles hold up Tennessee bank, video shows

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) – Police in Tennessee have released surveillance video of a bank robber waving an assault rifle as he and another man hold up the First Horizon Bank in Memphis's Frayser neighborhood. Memphis police said both men were armed with assault rifles when they entered the bank on Thursday morning.In the video, one of the robbers is seen hopping over a teller's counter. Investigators said he demanded money from all of the tellers' stations afterward.(Memphis Police Department)(Memphis Police Department)The other robber approached the employees on the desk side and demanded money from a money dispenser, police said.Authorities have not disclosed how much the two were able to take from the bank.The suspects were seen leaving in a silver four-door Hyundai Elantra with with damage to the front passenger-side bumper and the rear passenger-side window. The vehicle was ultimately abandoned about a half-mile away.Police have not said if the Elantra was stolen. 78-year-old Mi...

Gophers football address roster need with Elon cornerback Tre’Von Jones

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

The Gophers football program addressed its biggest roster need on Saturday. Elon transfer cornerback Tre’Von Jones committed to Minnesota.Listed at 6 feet and 173 pounds, Jones de-commited from James Madison on Friday.“Let’s work!! #RowTheBoat,” Jones wrote on Twitter.The Warrenton, N.C. native had 29 total tackles, four pass breakups, one sack, one fumble recovery, one tackle for lost yards and no interceptions in 11 games mostly at the Football Championship Subdivision level in 2022. He has 136 tackles, 15 pass breakups, five fumble recoveries and three interceptions in 38 career games.The Gophers often looks to how small-school players perform against Power Five competition. Last season, Jones had two tackles, a pass breakup and and five punt returns for 71 yards, including a 34-yarder.Jones, who has one season of eligibility remaining, helps a position group which had only four scholarship players during spring practice. He also is a kick and punt returner.Jones played 554 snaps...

Columbia County community searching for missing church bell

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

MALDEN BRIDGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A church bell has reportedly been stolen from the outside of the Malden Bridge Community Center in Columbia County. Lucinda Buckley, President of the Center, said the bell went missing between 7 p.m. on April 24 and 7 a.m. on April 25. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Old Chatham Bell was cast by MeNeely & Kimberly Founders of Troy on September 17, 1878. It stands 4 feet tall, 3 feet wide and weighs 1,248 pounds. The 145 year old bronze bell has all the pastor and trustees names marked on it, said Buckley. The names include Starks, Wilbor, Wait, VanAlstyn, Mickle, and Thorn.Buckley said the bell has an attached MeNeely and Kimberly Yoke. The A-frame for the bell was left behind at the community center. The Malden Bridge Community Center is located at the point where Albany Turnpike, Route 66 and Shaker Museum Road meet in Malden Bridge. Award-winning pizzeria expanding to Voorheesvi...

No injuries reported after attic fire in Troy

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Crews are continuing to battle a house fire on Madison Avenue in Troy. According to the Troy Fire Chief, the fire started in the attic. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The chief said no one was injured in the fire, whether occupants or firefighters. Since the fire is still active, the cause is still under investigation.

Homicide at MetroLink has trains suspended

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A homicide at Maplewood-Manchester Metrolink around 10:30 a.m. has the MetroLink trains are not running between the Shrewsbury-Lansdowne I-44 and Brentwood I-64 stations. MetroLink Station Buses are providing bus transportation between the Shrewsbury, Sunnen, Maplewood-Manchester, and Brentwood I-64 Stations. Riders should be prepared for delays of up to 60 minutes. St. Louis County police are investigating the scene. Updates will follow once more information is released.

Denver weather: Sunny and 70s through weekend, chance of showers, storms next week

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

It will be sunny and mild in the metro area through the weekend with high temperatures climbing into the 70s into next week.Saturday in Denver the high temperature will be about 73 degrees, according to the National Weather Service forecast, with winds gusting to about 15 mph. The overnight low temperature in the city will drop to about 41 degrees under partly cloudy skies.Hard to argue with this weekend's weather forecast. Enjoy, Colorado. #COwx pic.twitter.com/HwuZ6zisUt— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) April 29, 2023Sunny to mostly sunny skies are expected over Denver on Sunday and Monday, with a high temperature of 70 and 73 degrees respectively, the weather service said. Overnight lows around town will be in the 40s.Scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms are expected in the mountains into the week, the weather service said, with a chance of isolated showers and storms on the plains bringing generally light precipitation.Monday in Denver there’s a 20% chance for...

Broncos’ NFL draft tracker, Day 3: Denver starts final rounds with two picks and holes to fill

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

Day 1: Roman Phifer’s journey | Payton and Paton digging for gold | Winners and losersDay 2: Broncos analysis Day 2 | Marvin Mims Jr. at No. 63 | Drew Sanders at No. 67 | Riley Moss at No. 83 | Day 3 possibilities | Russell Wilson trade tallyNFL draft tracker: Picks, instant reaction and more live coverage10:20 a.m.: Philadelphia drafted yet another Georgia defender in cornerback Kelee Ringo, their third Bulldog defender of this draft and their fifth in the past two years.The Broncos, recently, have had a similar affinity for Oklahoma players. They took Nik Bonitto and Delarrin Turner-Yell last year and receiver Marvin Mims Jr. on Friday evening. This can only mean that they’ll be selecting running back Eric Gray and defensive lineman Jalen Redmond with their pair of sixth-round selections today.10 a.m.: We are back in business, baby. Round 4 starts now, with 102 picks down and 157 to go. Who’s going to be the next Tariq Woolen? The next Brock Purdy? Denver only starts t...

Erik Johnson’s elimination-game-winning goal gives him a chance to accomplish the one thing missing from his Avalanche resume: Game 7 victory

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:14:02 GMT

SEATTLE — A spoonful of his own medicine aided Erik Johnson on his way to the rink for the biggest game of the season.First-time teammate Evan Rodrigues has noticed that the Avalanche’s longest-tenured player has a “general aura” of levity. “No matter what the situation is,” Rodrigues said, “he’s always giving the room a laugh or keeping us upbeat.”So as Johnson strolled from the team bus into Climate Pledge Arena on Friday afternoon, backup goalie Pavel Francouz fittingly gave him an outrageous forecast that earned a toothless laugh from Johnson.“You’re going to get a hat trick tonight,” Francouz told the 35-year-old defenseman.Johnson didn’t score in 63 regular-season games. In fact, he led the NHL in most shots (98) without a goal.“I don’t know about that,” he told Francouz, “but thank you.”Francouz was mad at Johnson after Game 6 for only scoring once.Johnson of all Avs, o...