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Another former Northwestern player files lawsuit amidst hazing scandal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

CHICAGO — It what has become a common occurrence since the hazing scandal broke around the program, another former Northwestern University football player is filing a lawsuit. The one on Wednesday is on behalf of a player who took the field for two former Wildcats' coaches. Former offensive lineman Ramon Diaz, who played under Randy Walker in 2005 and then Pat Fitzgerald from 2006-2008, has filed a lawsuit against Northwestern University, the school's board of trustees, Fitzgerald, and former athletic director Jim Phillips. Represented by Patrick Salvi II of Chicago-based Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C along with Parker Stinar Denver-based of The Stinar Law Firm, Diaz says he "was "was subjected to hazing, sexual and physical abuse, racial discrimination, and other dehumanizing acts" during his time at the school. WGN News spoke with Diaz in July about his experiences within the program in July, where he described instances of alleged racism he faced while with the footba...

Five takeaways from Trump’s indictment for trying to overturn the 2020 election

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

(The Hill) - Former President Trump was indicted for a third time Tuesday — on this occasion, for his attempts to overturn the result of the 2020 election.News of the indictment broke soon after 5 p.m. following a meeting of the Washington grand jury that has been weighing the case.In a brief on-camera appearance, Special Counsel Jack Smith accused Trump of a mendacious push aimed at “obstructing a bedrock function of the US government — the nation’s process of collecting, counting and certifying the results of the presidential election.”Trump had previously predicted the indictment — and he has repeatedly blasted Smith.The case now joins two earlier indictments. One pertains to alleged falsification of business records in New York. A second centers on sensitive documents kept at Mar-a-Lago after Trump’s presidency ended.Here are the main takeaways from Tuesday’s indictment.The charges are graveTrump faces four charges.They are: conspiracy to defraud the United States; conspiracy to...

Woman stabbed after drivers 'began fighting on the street' in Humboldt Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

CHICAGO — A woman was stabbed Tuesday night after an argument between drivers in Humboldt Park.At around 7:55 a.m., authorities were dispatched to the 3600 block of West Division Street on the report of a stabbing.Police said a 29-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman were driving when they became involved in an argument with another driver. CPD said the drivers exited their vehicles and "began fighting on the street."During the incident, the 23-year-old woman was stabbed in her hand by a knife. She was transported to Stroger Hospital with minor injuries. Aurora man facing homicide charge after deadly cocaine overdose The 29-year-old man was also transported to Stroger with minor injuries.CPD placed a 27-year-old man into custody. At this time it's unknown if any charges were filed.

Driver accused of gross negligence in crash that killed actor Treat Williams

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

DORSET, Vt. (AP) — A Vermont driver accused of causing a crash that killed actor Treat Williams has been cited for grossly negligent operation causing death, officials said.An investigation of the June 12 crash in Dorset concluded a vehicle pulled in front of Williams, who was riding a motorcycle and was unable to avoid a collision, Vermont State Police said Tuesday.The driver who was cited, Ryan Koss, 35, of Dorset, was processed Tuesday evening and released ahead of a September arraignment, state police said. A court official couldn’t say whether Koss had a lawyer, and Koss didn’t immediately return an email message seeking comment. Paul Reubens had a quick moment in an iconic Chicago movie Williams, 71, of Manchester Center, was pronounced dead at Albany Medical Center in New York.Richard Treat Williams' nearly 50-year career included starring roles in the TV series “Everwood” and the movie “Hair.” He appeared in more than 120 TV and film roles, including the movies “The Eagle ...

Wednesday Forecast: Temps in upper 80s with isolated shower chance

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

CHICAGO — Sun to start Wednesday with increasing clouds and an isolated shower chance. Wide temperature range, Winds: SSW 5-10. High: 87. Interactive Radar: Track showers and storm here Partly cloudy tonight. Winds: WSW 5-10. Low: 67.Thursday Forecast: Mostly cloudy with isolated shower chance, cooler lakeside. Winds: SSW 0-5. High: 88/82.Full forecast details and more at the WGN Weather Center blog

Pilot killed in southern Illinois helicopter crash was crop-dusting at the time

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

OAKDALE, Ill. (AP) — A pilot killed when a helicopter crashed in rural southern Illinois was crop-dusting at the time, authorities say.Donald L. Pruett, 41, of Mount Vernon was pronounced dead at the scene Monday afternoon by Washington County Coroner Mark Styninger.Pruett was the sole occupant of the helicopter.The crash occurred in a remote farm area, Styninger said. The wreckage was found in a cornfield under overhead power lines, the coroner said. It was unclear if the helicopter struck the power lines.The cause of death appeared to be blunt force trauma pending an autopsy, Styninger said. Video shows crop dusting plane nearly clipping semi-truck in Northwest Indiana The Federal Aviation Administration said the helicopter was a Bell UH-1H “Huey.”The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash.Oakdale is about 45 miles (72 kilometers) southeast of St. Louis, Missouri.

Paul Reubens had a quick moment in an iconic Chicago movie

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

CHICAGO — This week, many are sharing their favorite on-screen memories of the actor known best for his role as Pee-wee Herman. Those reflecting on the career of Paul Reubens, who died of cancer at the age of 70 on Monday, might also recall his brief moment in an iconic Chicago movie. If you weren't looking, you might have missed him during the two-hour, 13-minute film. (Courtesy: Universal Pictures)Reubens had a very small part in "The Blues Brothers," the memorable musical comedy from Universal Pictures in 1980 that starred Dan Aykroyd and the late John Belushi. The film featured a host of iconic spots in Chicago while featuring a host of legendary rhythm and blues artists. Pee-wee Herman star Paul Reubens dies at age 70 after cancer fight During his one scene in the film, Reubens was a waiter at the Chez Paul, a famous French restaurant in Chicago that was located at 660 North Rush Street. In an effort to recruit restaurant maitre d' "Mr. Fabulous" (Alan Rubin) back to th...

Video: Man hit repeatedly by Oklahoma police during arrest

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

ADA, Okla. (KFOR) - An internal investigation is reportedly set to review an incident caught on camera in which Oklahoma police officers appeared to repeatedly punch and knee a man that was on the ground being arrested.Witnesses told Nexstar's KFOR the video, seen in the player above, was “shocking,” “disturbing,” and “hard to watch.” Many of those witnesses showed up at the Walmart parking lot in Ada, Oklahoma, where the incident happened, to share their concerns.“I witnessed four police officers laying on top of him,” said Hunter Smith, who walked out of the store while the incident was underway. The officers appeared to be from the Ada and Chickasaw Lighthorse police departments. “The fifth one was kneeing him in his face while punching him.”The man, Justin Glaspey, was pulled over in the parking lot moments before the incident seen on video began. Bond denied for woman accused of DUI crash that killed bride on wedding night "He's never been in no trouble,” said Mike Byers, a f...

Former President Trump indicted for charges related to Jan. 6 Capitol attack

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

WASHINGTON (Nexstar) – Former President Donald Trump is facing a third indictment for charges related to the 2021 attack on the United States Capitol.Trump was already facing charges for the illegal retention of classified documents and charges for the hush money case in New York, but with this indictment, Trump is charged with attempting to overturn the 2020 election.Special Counsel Jack Smith announced that a federal grand jury indicted trump on four counts related to the January 6 riots “charging Donald J. Trump with conspiring to defraud the United States, conspiring to disenfranchise voters, and conspiring and attempting to obstruct an official proceeding.”Smith said the attack was “fueled by lies, lies by the defendant, targeted at obstructing a bedrock function of the U.S. government.”The indictment states Trump had six co-conspirators assist him in his criminal efforts to overturn the election and retain power, though they were not named and haven't been charged.U.S. Attorne...

A new member of the Bears' defense earns high praise from teammates

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:14 GMT

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — A NFL team knows they have a good defender when someone going up against him has the kind of response that Justin Fields had at his news conference on Wednesday at Halas Hall."Goodness, gracious," said the Bears' signal caller when he was asked about the team's biggest free agent signing whose size on the field has certainly stood out to the offense. That's because Tremaine Edmunds' 6-foot-5 frame along with his athleticism has caused some problems for the Bears' offense as the linebacker takes part in his first training camp with the team."Justin said it best the other day. We have a scheme that should take advantage of somebody in the middle of the field. But the dude's like seven foot tall and the wingspan, that's not happening - and he's right," said offensive coordinator Luke Getsy of Edmunds, who joined the Bears on a four-year, $72 million contract this offseason. "He shrinks the windows for sure in the pass game and then his ability to play sideline-to-si...