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High school has 12 sets of twins, triplets graduating 

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

VERNON HILLS, Ill. (WGN) — The senior class at Vernon Hills High School, in Vernon Hills, Illinois, may have locals seeing double (or triple) as several twins and even triplets are set to graduate on Thursday. Heath Field (L) and Hunter Field (R) talk to Nexstar's WGN. (Photo/WGN)Heath and Hunter Field are among a unique group of students walking across the stage. "There’s 12 sets of twins, one set of triplets and 27 people. That’s a lot," Hunter said."It's kind of crazy," added student Evan Moore. "I didn’t realize we had this many twins."Anagha Shreesha, also a twin, thinks the occurrence is "really unique."Together, the 27 seniors account for about 8% of the school's class graduating class of over 330.     Indiana disciplines doctor who discussed 10-year-old rape victim’s abortion "I think the neat thing about twins, in general, is they can celebrate their uniqueness in one another while also having this special bond and special comradery," said Vernon Hills High School Princip...

Passenger opens airplane door mid-flight; 12 slightly hurt

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A passenger opened an emergency exit door during a plane flight in South Korea on Friday, causing air to blast inside the cabin and slightly injure 12 people, officials said. The plane landed safely.Some people aboard the Asiana Airlines Airbus A321 aircraft tried to stop the person, who was able to partially open the door, the Transport Ministry said.The person was detained by airport police on suspicion of violating the aviation security law, a ministry statement said. The person's identity and motive weren't immediately released.The law bars passengers from handling exit doors and other equipment on board and provides for penalties of up to 10 years in prison, the ministry said. Traveling this summer? Expect big prices and big crowds The plane with 194 people aboard was heading to the southeastern city of Daegu from the southern island of Jeju. The flight is normally about an hour, and the incident occurred when the plane was reaching the Daegu airport...

The Strand Theatre hosting A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

HUDSON FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Hudson River Shakespeare Company will be performing Shakespeare's classic "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" at The Strand Theatre. The first show is scheduled for June 30. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Hudson River Shakespeare Company is a community theatre group based out of Hudson Falls, with their collection of actors hailing from all across Washington, Warren, and Saratoga Counties. The organization's mission is to make works of classic literature availabile to audiences in their area, with emphasis on the plays of William Shakespeare. The show will be presented at The Strand Theatre from June 30 through July 2. The Friday and Saturday performances will run from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., while the Sunday show will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Carnival opens at Cook Park in Colonie The Strand Theatre is located at 210 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY. Their box office hours are 10 a.m. to 1:30 ...

Jewish Community Center thief sentenced to probation

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A former Human Resources Director of the Sidney Albert Jewish Community Center was sentenced to five years probation. The sentencing comes after Martina Hull, 42, of Troy, pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree grand larceny. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, Hull stole over $50,000 from the JCC between October 21, 2016, and March 31, 2020. Hull was accused of creating a fictional employee named Harry Hall IV. She then paid over $123,000 to the employee, however, payments were deposited into an account with Hull's name on it. Hull followed the terms of the plea agreement, which required her to pay full restitution by the date of sentencing.

Survey open on Lake George mascot, nickname

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Lake George Central School District is seeking public input as it works to figure out its next school mascot and nickname. The school is one of many abandoning indigenous imagery and references, following a state mandate late last year. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Following a community meeting on Tuesday night, Lake George Jr. - Sr. High School has put out a survey and presentation for village and town community members and stakeholders who want a voice in the conversation to replace the current "Warriors." The survey is up online now, and asks residents to make a three-way choice: Lakers, Georgians, or something else.The choices and the reasons behind them were described in a presentation at Tuesday's meeting. The school has worked with a committee of students to research Native American presence in the region's history, as well as previous names the school has used. The "Lakers" name was f...

Two more events, bands added to Summer at the Plaza series

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) has announced the performances for the 2023 New York State Food Festival and the annual Hops and Harvest Festival. New York State Food Festival is set for August 16 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and the Hops and Harvest Festival is set for September 13 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “In downtown Albany, summer is the season to spend time outdoors with colleagues and friends at the Empire State Plaza, enjoying delicious food and beverages with a side order of free entertainment,” said OGS Commissioner Jeanette Moy said. “Hops & Harvest and the New York State Food Festival are two highlights of our annual Summer At the Plaza series of concerts and events, and I invite everyone to join in on the fun.”Robert Randolph & The Family Band, a gospel rock band, will perform at this year’s Food Festival, while the Yonder Mountain Strin...

Semi truck crash closes WB I-270 in Edwardsville

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. -- A semi truck crash has closed westbound I-270 near I-55 at Edwardsville. Traffic is backing up in the area. Debris from the crash is in the road. First responders appear to be trying to clear the wreckage. It is unclear if there are injuries in this accident. More details will be posted here as they come into the FOX 2 newsroom.Check FOX 2's traffic map for real-time updates.

Why did the Cardinals' big three sit out in series finale with Reds?

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

CINCINNATI - At risk of dropping their first series in a surge that followed a historically-slow start, the St. Louis Cardinals embarked on a four-game series finale Thursday without three notable veterans - Paul Goldschmidt, Nolan Arenado and Willson Contreras - in the lineup. The Cardinals ended up winning Thursday and splitting the series with the Cincinnati behind late heroics from Nolan Gorman, who hit a tiebreaking double and scored on a wild pitch in the eighth inning of a narrow 2-1 victory. Resting three established veterans, even against a struggling team in the Reds, is a bit unconventional. Thursday marked the first time this year that Goldschmidt, Arenado and Contreras were held out of the lineup at the same time. Each of the big three had played in at least all but two games prior to Thursday as well. RELATED - Adam Wainwright earns another win, closing in on 200 career victories So what gives? Thursday's contest was an early 12:30 p.m. start time after a 6:40 p.m. ...

Alicia Keys surprises Missouri students with St. Louis concert tickets

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Students at a North Kansas City High School received the surprise of a lifetime Friday morning.Alicia Keys shocked students at Staley High School with free tickets to her concert in St. Louis. She's also covering the cost of transportation to the July 21 show.Students learned about the concert during a last day of school assembly when school leaders played a recorded message from Keys.Keys said she was inspired by the Unity Walk students held for classmate Ralph Yarl last month. More than 1,200 students and staff took part in the walk holding signs of support and chanting "We love you Ralph." Park Hill student killed in car crash days after graduating The 16-year-old was shot and injured by an 84-year-old man after Yarl went to the wrong home to pick up his siblings in a Northland neighborhood on April 13.“I’ve been so moved by the demonstration of love, unity, support for our brother Ralph Yarl,” Keys said. “I would like to invite the entire school to my Keys ...

Missing St. Louis County man last seen driving a U-Haul

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:36:42 GMT

CASTLE POINT -- An Endangered Person Advisory has been issued for a St. Louis County man. Tristan Baumer, 25, was last seen Thursday driving a U-Haul truck. He left after an argument with some family members, has mental disabilities, and may be armed with a kitchen knife.St. Louis County Police say he left the 10500 block of Duke Drive at around 7 p.m. in an orange 2021 GMC Savana U-Haul with Arizona license plate AL91742. The vehicle was last spotted on Lewis and Clark Boulevard near Chambers Road.Baumer is described by police as 6'0" tall, with a thin build, and wearing a maroon hoodie and sweatpants. Call St. Louis County Police if you have any information at 636-529-8210.