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Dean's Home Video: Maestro, Rebel Moon, Percy Jackson, Trevor Noah, Gary Gulman and more

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

WGN's Dean Richards has this week's home video picks.These include Netflix's Bradley Cooper-helmed "Maestro," which Dean calls a "surefire" Oscar contender and "the best movie of the year."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!

Colorado Supreme Court rules Trump ineligible for state ballot

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

 WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - The Colorado Supreme Court declared former President Donald Trump ineligible to hold office again under the U.S. Constitution's insurrection clause.The court made the decision based on Trump's role during the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.Trump took to the campaign stage in Iowa Tuesday night, but never mentioned the unprecedented decision by Colorado’s supreme court to kick him off the state's primary ballot."Together, we're going to save America and we're going to bring our country back," he said at the campaign rally.The 4-3 ruling came in response to a lawsuit filed by a group of voters who questioned Trump’s eligibility based on his actions on January 6th.The Trump campaign called the ruling “completely flawed” and says it plans to appeal.Some of the former president's rivals like former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley also criticized the ruling."Don't need judges making these decisions. We need voters making these decisions," Haley said.Haley maintains ...

Dean cooks Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups in honor of new traffic reporter Brhett

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

In honor of Brhett Vickery's arrival, Dean asked her what he favorite dish is. She said lasagna, so Dean is putting a spin on lasagna - just in time for holiday gatherings.Ingredients:12 lasagna noodles1 - 10 ounce bag frozen chopped spinach , thawed and thoroughly drained1 - 15 ounce container ricotta cheese⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese1 egg2 cloves garlic grated2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil plus more for garnish2 teaspoons Italian seasoning¼ teaspoon salt plus more for pasta water¼ teaspoon black pepper¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper1 ½ cup homemade or jarred marinara sauce⅓ cup grated low-moisture mozzarella cheese Dean makes chocolate bark Directions:Preheat the oven to 375˚F. Bring a large pot of lightly seasoned water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.While the pasta cooks, make the filling. Drain t...

Tyler Johnson scores in 3rd period as Blackhawks beat Avalanche 3-2

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Tyler Johnson was in the right place at the right time. Connor Bedard was everywhere, and Petr Mrazek delivered at the very end.For one night, at least, the Chicago Blackhawks looked pretty good.Johnson snapped a third-period tie and Bedard had two assists, helping Chicago beat Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche 3-2 on Tuesday night.“Consistency's been a word we've been looking for this year,” Blackhawks coach Luke Richardson said, “and I think tonight, 60 minutes was really good.”Ryan Donato added a goal and an assist for last-place Chicago, which had lost four in a row. Lukas Reichel also scored, and Mrazek made 35 saves.The game was tied at 2 when Colorado forward Miles Wood was sent off for holding Reichel's stick. On the ensuing power play, Nick Foligno found Johnson right in front for the tap-in goal at 8:19.The Blackhawks, playing without several regulars, then held off the Avalanche as they pushed for the tying score in the final minutes. The Uni...

Dean's Review: 'It's A Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!'

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

CHICAGO — If you're looking for some great theater to take in during the holidays, WGN's Dean Richards recommends the American Blues Theater's 21st annual production of the holiday classic, "It's A Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" The show is a live interactive production that includes a Christmas sing-a-long and holiday music games. The audience even gets milk and cookies.The brand-new American Blues Theater is located at 5627 N. Lincoln Ave. "It's A Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!" runs through Dec. 31. Related: Dean’s A-List Interviews: Jeffrey Wright and Sterling K. Brown talk new film ‘American Fiction’ 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!

APD officer indicted in connection with deadly south Austin shooting

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A grand jury has decided to indict an Austin police officer in connection with the deadly 2022 shooting of a 33-year-old in south Austin, multiple law enforcement sources told KXAN on Wednesday.That officer, identified as Daniel Sanchez, was placed on administrative leave after the shooting, according to police. Several sources confirmed the indictment with KXAN and say that Sanchez faces a charge of deadly conduct. The shooting happened in November 2022 in the 2200 block of South Third Street, APD said. APD releases videos from fatal south Austin police shooting Around 12:30 a.m., 911 received a call about a man with a gun. The caller said the man seemed to be scared of something inside his own home before pointing his rifle inside and firing.Austin Police released a Ring camera video that shows the man, identified as Rajan David Moonesinghe, outside his home with his rifle, pointing it at something off-camera and saying, “Are you sure you want this?” before firin...

Signing day tracker: Star prospect Koi Perich, 18 more join Gophers football for 2024

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

Eighteen of the 19 total high school commitments in the Gophers football program’s 2024 recruiting class had signed their national letters of intent by 8 a.m. Wednesday.The U’s top-ranked player, Esko, Minn., safety Koi Perich, was conspicuously absent.But at 8:03, the Gophers made it official: The four-star prospect had signed with Minnesota over Ohio State. Buckeyes coach Ryan Day had traveled to northern Minnesota to see Perich last week.RELATED: Breakdown of Gophers recruiting class: strength, weakness, sleeper and moreThe Gophers had six commitments via the NCAA transfer portal going into Wednesday. Five signed with Navarro Junior College defensive lineman Eddy Toussom going to Alabama-Birmingham instead.Here’s who signed with Minnesota and a snippet about each newcomer:6:05 a.m.: SAF — Zahir Rainer, Richmond, Va., 5-foot-10, 185 poundsThe son of former NFL linebacker Wali Rainer had more than 30 scholarship offers, but picked the U over his father’s alma mater (Vir...

DJ Pauly D coming to Rivers Casino & Resort in Schenectady

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- DJ Pauly D will be performing at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center on Friday, March 1, 2024. Tickets to see the former "Jersey Shore" star go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. online. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! DJ Pauly D will be joined by local DJs DJ Tomb and DJ Ketchup with the night kicking off at 8 p.m. He has over 18 million followers across all social media platforms and has appeared in advertisements for Burger King, Pepsi, and 7-Eleven. The Providence, Rhode Island native was cast by "Jersey Shore" in 2009 until the show ended in 2012. In 2011, he signed a three-album deal with 50 Cent's G-Unit Records and G-Note Records.

Capital Region restaurants that opened, closed in 2023

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The restaurant industry is ever-changing. In the Capital Region, 2023 marked the end of some restaurants after decades in business. For others, their time open was short-lived, as they opened and closed in the same year. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! More eateries opened in 2023 than closed their doors. These are the restaurants that opened and the restaurants that closed this year in the Capital Region.ClosedJanuaryBirch Bark Eatery, 21 Ridge Street in Glens Falls.Owner Tania Sharlow closed Birch Bark due to rising costs, and staffing and product shortages. But fear not, Sharlow reopened as Bitchin’ Donuts in Albany in March.The Daisy, 6 Franklin Street in TroyOwners Kelly and Joe Proctor closed The Daisy to reopen in the space as a new restaurant. Frankie Bird opened shortly after.Riccitello’s, 1687 Foster Avenue in SchenectadyOwners Lewis and Donna Riccitello decided to retire and close the restau...

Seven fishes (not seven dishes) for Christmas Eve

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:15 GMT

By Dan Pelosi, The New York TimesA marinara-stained kitchen timer ticks as Donna Berzatto choreographs a complex dance of dishes around limited oven space. “I need you to remember to put the Rockefellers in, and take out the artichokes, which leaves an open oven,” she commands her son Carmy. “I need you to put the branzino on the top and let it broil and get that nice little crispy bit.”The alarm buzzes again and again and again, a metaphor for the ticking time bomb of family drama brewing during preparations for the Christmas Eve tradition of the Feast of the Seven Fishes. The scenes of the high-intensity cooking feat, from the latest season of the popular FX television series “The Bear,” delivered an emotionally heightened portrayal of a tradition dear to many Italian American families. The 67 anxiety-inducing minutes probably didn’t inspire anyone to tackle the celebratory meal.This is unfortunate because the food is amazing, and the kitchen drama is part of what makes it all wor...