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Stock market today: Wall Street rises after inflation data

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is mostly rising Wednesday after a report showed inflation is making strides toward easing, even if it remains too high. The S&P 500 was 0.3% higher in early trading. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was edging down 20 points, or 0.1%, at 33,541, as of 9:45 a.m. Eastern time, while the Nasdaq composite was 0.8% higher. Bond prices also climbed after the highly anticipated report said inflation at the consumer level was 4.9% last month, down from 5% in March and the lowest level in two years. That was slightly better than economists expected, and other underlying measures of inflation also came in very close to forecasts. Because the inflation data came in roughly as expected, Wall Street sees the door remaining open for the Federal Reserve to leave interest rates alone at its next meeting in June. That would be the first time it hasn’t raised rates at a meeting in more than a year, and a pause would offer some breathing room for the economy and financ...

Canada will allow online passport renewal services this fall, new design unveiled

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

Canadians will be able to apply to renew their passports online beginning this fall, says Immigration Minister Sean Fraser, as the government unveiled a new design for the Canadian travel document.It maintains a deep blue cover with a new outline of a maple leaf and the coat of arms now in the bottom left corner instead of the centre.Inside images of the country’s history, including Terry Fox and Vimy Ridge, are replaced with images of Canada’s diversity, nature and wildlife.“The new passport has been redesigned from cover to cover with state-of-the-art security features and new artwork, maintaining its status as one of the most secure and universally accepted travel documents in the world for all Canadians,” the federal government mentioned in a press release.All-new Canadian passport design – Toute nouvelle conception de passeport canadien https://t.co/UjM8lpmUtL— IRCC (@CitImmCanada) May 10, 2023Through the summer and months ahead, many people ...

Man fatally shot during argument outside fast food restaurant on South Side

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

CHICAGO — A man was fatally shot during an argument outside a fast food restaurant on the city's South Side.The shooting happened around 9:40 p.m. Tuesday in the 2100 block of East 71st Place. Police said a man was arguing with another man in front of a fast food restaurant, when the offender fired shots.The victim was transported to University of Chicago Medical Center with multiple gunshot wounds to the body and was pronounced dead. 36-year-old man shot, killed in Aurora No one is in custody. Area One detectives are investigating.

53 applicants for Chicago's next police superintendent

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

CHICAGO — The city's new Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA) continues its search for Chicago's next police superintendent.The CCPSA provided an update to the public Wednesday about where they were in the process, including a bit about the applications received.In total, 53 applicants are seeking the city's top cop position. Commission president Anthony Driver, Jr. provided some demographics from the pool:Ten different states and two countries are respresentedSix applicants have experience as a chief of police in a "major city"Eight have police chief experience32 have some affiliation with the Chicago Police Department - no additional detail was provided on this data point Who Might be Chicago’s ‘next’ Top Cop? The scheduled update followed a series of public hearings which the commission used to gather community feedback on what qualities they would like to see in Chicago's next top cop. During Wednesday's update, the three commissioners provided the...

Woman buys first home, wins $1M a week later from scratch-off bought at gas station

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) - One week after closing on a house for the first time, Patricia Simmons, of Greensboro, North Carolina, bought a scratch-off ticket that won her $1 million, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. “I just stared at it,” Simmons said. “It was unreal to see that.”Simmons, an in-home aide, said that as a first-time homeowner, she initially had concerns about paying a mortgage every month. Now her win will help pay for her new house. Democrats have sinking feeling: Trump could beat Biden She bought her winning $30 Millionaire Maker ticket from Fairway One Stop on South Elm Eugene Street in Greensboro.“I’ve been in shock ever since,” she said. “I’m just numb.”Simmons said her husband didn’t believe her when she called to tell him the news.“He said, ‘Tricia, you’re playing,’” she said. “He wanted to see the ticket.” George Santos in custody on 13 federal charges When Simmons arrived at lottery headquarters Monday, she had a decision to make. She co...

Dean shares recipe for Mother's Day roast chicken in a bag

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

CHICAGO — This week on "Dean Cooks," the WGN entertainment reporter shares his recipe for Mother's Day roast chicken in a bag.You can find the ingredients and directions below. Needed:1 Roasting bag  (in the section of the grocery store where foil and plastic wrap is sold)Ingredients:For the marination:1 whole chicken cut into pieces2 Tbsp. olive oil    1 tsp dried Rosemary or 2 tsp. fresh rosemary,   mincedSprigs of Rosemary1 tsp dried Thyme or 2 tsp. fresh thyme,  mincedSprigs of Thyme1/4 tsp Paprika, plus more to sprinkle on top of chickenJuice of 2 lemons2 Tbsp,  minced garlic    Salt & pepper to tasteFor the veggies:2 cups, wide-sliced Vidalia (or any) onions1/2 cup carrots (baby carrots or whole carrots, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces)1 cup  wide-diced potatoes  (red potatoes or golden russet)1/2 cup celery stalks, chopped  (include the leaves.&nb...

These airlines have the most satisfied customers, J.D. Power survey shows

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — These days, flying the skies can be anything but a pleasure. New data from J.D. Power shows that while overall airline customer satisfaction is still a bit bumpy, some particular airlines boast happier flyers.For the second year in a row, overall flyer satisfaction is down, with costs and fees being the biggest factor for consumers. That's according to J.D. Power's 2023 North America Airline Satisfaction Study, which ranked airlines based on responses from 7,774 people who flew between March 2022 and March 2023. Factors in the 1,000-point score include aircraft, boarding, check-in, cost and in-flight services. So who came out on top? The 10 ‘worst’ airports in US, according to analysts Here are J.D. Power's 2023 rankings:Premium economy (average score of 820)Delta Air Lines (848 points)JetBlue Airways (840)Alaska Airlines (823)American Airlines (821)Air Canada (797)United Airlines (784)Economy/basic economy (average score of 782)Southwest Airlines (827)Delta Air Lines ...

Drier midweek but heaviest rain still to come

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Some spots of Central Texas have received significant rain in the last few days, others haven't seen a drop. But the heaviest of the rain of the week is still to come.Scattered storms and showers are likely to continue east of I-35 this morning before gradually lifting away by this afternoon. A few isolated storms may linger late day, but more of today's rain activity come before noon.Thursday is trending mostly dry with only a few isolated showers/storms (20%). Then comes our main event Friday into Mother's Day weekend.A strong low pressure system stalls west of the state, drawing in near-record amounts of atmospheric moisture and sending disturbances over the state. These will generate large complexes of torrential rain even more capable of producing flash flooding as the rain falls on more saturated soil by that time. Saturday looks to hold the heaviest rain, most widespread coverage and highest risk of flash flooding.A more widespread 3 out of 4 'moderate' flash...

Man dies in overnight homicide in east Austin

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Police said a man is dead after officers found his body off Manor Road in east Austin late Tuesday night. Police said the man's death is being investigated as a homicide. This is the 28th homicide of 2023 in the City of Austin. MAP: Where have Austin’s homicides occurred in 2023? According to APD, officers were called at 11:29 p.m. to a report of gunshots being fired at the intersection of Manor Road and Rogge Lane. APD said officers checked the area and additional calls and information came in, and officers went to the 6200 block of Breeze Way, where they found the man with "obvious trauma to the upper body." First aid was given to the man but he died at the scene, according to APD.At the time of the media briefing around 2 a.m. Wednesday, police were not sure if a suspect was in custody or detained. Police said homicide detectives are investigating.

Rainy day activities: Eco-friendly, recycled kid crafts

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:31:26 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Keeping kids entertained can be a challenge, especially with a rainy forecast like the one we have this weekend. And while a new toy from the store typically ends in fun and excitement, there are more resourceful modes of play that can be just as fun and exciting!So how do you promote engagement, sustainability and enjoyment without ever leaving the house? Meteorologist Kristen Currie spoke with educators at the Sylvan Learning Center to get some ideas on homemade, eco-friendly kid crafts using materials you probably already have at home.Below is a transcript of the interview. Edits have been made for clarity.Kristen Currie, KXAN News: We are talking about fun, eco-friendly activities we can do to get the kids involved. Joining me today is Allison, Susan and Alex with the Sylvan Learning Center. This is really exciting and something so easy to do with things we already have around the house. What activities do you have to encourage parents to get involved with their...