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PGA says it could temporarily halt Canadian Open play if air quality hits hazardous level

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

While some PGA stars are still fuming about being blindsided by the tour’s controversial merger with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf, concerns at the RBC Canadian Open have shifted to actual fumes — from raging wildfires.Players teed off for the opening round of Canada’s lone PGA tour stop at the Oakdale Golf & Country Club in Toronto on Thursday morning with a now-familiar smoky haze shielding the sun.The air quality index in the GTA on Thursday is expected to reach its highest level since the smoke from out-of-control fires began blanketing the area on Monday.In a statement, the PGA said it would monitor the air quality “closely” and take action if it’s warranted.“When the AQI is greater than 300 and is sustained for one full hour, play may be temporarily suspended under a Red Level 2 Air Quality warning,” the Tour said.For context, the AQI in New York City reached an all-time high level of 401 on Wednesday, casting an eerie orange glo...

Naperville man charged after two seniors attacked by construction site

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

WHEATON Ill. — A man is facing felony charges after two men in their late 60s were attacked outside a construction site in Naperville Saturday. According to police, 33-year-old Eric Conklin is facing three felonies of aggravated battery, person over 60 and two counts of aggravated battery of persons over 60. Police say near a residential construction site on 80th Street, Conklin exited the construction site and attacked two men, ages 65 and 68, while they were removing firewood. Man, 54, dead after gas station shooting in Alsip It is alleged that Conklin came out of the home and threw rocks at both of the men and their trucks. He also allegedly hit one of them several times on the back of the head with a 2 by 4 wood. Police located him in the backyard of a nearby residence where he quickly became unresponsive. Conkin was transported to Edward Hospital for evaluation. One of the victims suffered a concussion, broken hand, wrist and multiple lacerations to the head. Concklin was t...

A trio of Bears make their first OTA appearance Wednesday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

LAKE FOREST — When he looked onto the field during Wednesday's workout at Halas Hall, Matt Eberflus had to feel a little better about the attendance. That's because three players who've been absent from the previous workouts were on the field for the final voluntary OTA workout. Cornerback Jaylon Johnson and guard Nate Davis, who were healthy to take part in previous practices but didn't. were on the field Wednesday. Safety Eddie Jackson, who continues his recovery from a football injury last November, was also able to get on-field work done as well. Johnson's absence was the one that created the most chatter among fans and media since he's entering the final year of his rookie contract. On Wednesday, he made it clear that wasn't the reason that he wasn't present during OTA "If anybody knows me, that's not my character," said Johnson when asked if his time away from the team was in any way contract related. "I think at the end of the day, for me, I wouldn't even say holding out, jus...

El Niño officially arrives early: What it means for 2023 weather

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – El Niño has arrived. The Climate Prediction Center announced Thursday that El Niño conditions were present and expected to grow stronger in the coming months. Forecasters give it a 56% chance of developing into a strong El Niño, and an 84% chance of topping "moderate" strength. This year's El Niño has shown up ahead of the typical schedule. In the past decade, El Niños have started in late summer or early fall. Its early appearance "gives it room to grow," Climate Prediction Center meteorologist Michelle L’Heureux, told the Associated Press. This year's El Niño is expected to keep building and remain strong through the 2023-2024 winter. El Niño arrives early: What it means for rest of 2023 This year is predicted to be the inverse of what we’ve seen the last three years, in which we have had back-to-back La Niña seasons.El Niño typically brings cold, wet winters to the Southern U.S. A strong El Niño, in particular, is associated with lots of rain for the Southwest...

Florida man contracts flesh-eating bacteria after being bitten by person at family function

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) – A man from Tampa Bay, Florida, has survived an infection of flesh-eating bacteria that began killing the tissue in his leg. “What you see now, you see not just a scar, but the beauty of the aftermath,” said Donnie Adams, who attributed his survival to doctors and the power of meditation and prayer. “I would’ve never imagined that a human bite would turn into something so horrific as a flesh-eating bacteria." Adams was at a family event in February when things got sour between two family members. He tried to get between them but ended up getting bit. He went to the hospital for a tetanus shot and antibiotics.“By the third day, my leg was very sore. I couldn’t walk, it was very warm and very painful,” said Adams. Florida researchers find ‘high amounts’ of flesh-eating bacteria in Sargassum His infection worsening, Adams was rushed to the ER at HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital in St. Petersburg.“I looked at him and I said to him that I need to take you to t...

TCSO: Man missing in Lake Travis after not resurfacing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for June 7, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) — Officials in Travis County said a man was last seen swimming in Lake Travis near Starnes Island Wednesday evening when a witness said he did not resurface.The Travis County Sheriff’s Office responded to an Assist EMS call at 9:06 p.m., and the area where the man was last seen was searched by Austin-Travis County EMS, Lake Travis Fire & Rescue, Jonestown Police and TCSO Lake Patrol, according to officials.“The man was not located, and the rescue transitioned to a recovery mission,” TCSO said.The sheriff’s office said it continued searching until nightfall, and the shoreline and surface searches began at daylight Thursday morning.As of 10 a.m., TCSO said its dive team was on site.This is a developing story. Check back with KXAN for more details.

2nd person charged in killing of Michael Brasel told police they were out to ‘car shop’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

Prosecutors charged another person Thursday in the fatal shooting of a St. Paul dad and youth hockey coach in the St. Anthony Park neighborhood last month. Michael Brasel’s wife has said the 44-year-old was shot after confronting someone trying to break into her car.Ta Mla, 18, is charged with aiding and abetting murder in the Brasel case. Kle Swee, 17, was charged with the same offense last month.After police arrested Ta Mla on Tuesday, they asked him about the incident with Kle Swee. He “said they were out to ‘car shop’ — look through cars for items to steal,” according to the criminal complaint.Ta Mla said he was looking through a Ford Flex for a phone charger. The vehicle was registered to Brasel and his wife. Brasel “surprised Ta Mla and grabbed Ta Mla from behind,” Ta Mla told police, the complaint said. “Ta Mla heard one or two shots. After the shots were fired, Ta Mla drove off.”Brasel was shot outside his home in t...

Lack of rain in recent weeks pushes parts of Twin Cities metro into drought

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

For the first time since winter, drought has returned to the Twin Cities.Thursday’s U.S. Drought Monitor map shows much of the northern half of the metro under a moderate drought. Abnormally dry conditions are affecting much of the rest of the metro.U.S. Drought Monitor map of Minnesota drought conditions released Thursday, June 8, 2023. (U.S. Drought Monitor)The Twin Cities have seen little rain in recent weeks. At the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, only 1.62 inches of rain were recorded in May — 2.29 inches below what’s considered normal. Most of May’s rain occurred during the first half of the month.Through Wednesday, the metro has seen .03 inches of rain in June — nearly an inch below normal.The next chances for rain come Friday and Saturday, when thunderstorms are also possible.Related ArticlesLocal News | State officials warn of increase in 911 misdials Local News | Twin Cities residents urged to reduce the ...

Warrensburg's annual jamboree turns 60 this summer

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

WARRENSBURG, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This summer, an annual family entertainment hoedown in Warrensburg turns 60 years old. Rides, music, food and more are on the way for the 60th annual Smoke Eaters Jamboree. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Friday and Saturday, July 28-29, the gates will be open at the Warrensburg Recreation Field on Library Avenue. On Friday, gates open at 6 p.m. for an evening of music by After-FX DJ Service, an auction full of local goods, and kids entertainment from magician Mike Russo and Freckles the Clown. On Saturday, gates open at 5 p.m. for a chicken BBQ, with Jukebox Rebellion taking the stage for some live music at 6:30 p.m. Where to see live music in Lake George in 2023 Across both days, the Smoke Eaters Jamboree features fireworks, a full midway, and carnival rides. Admission is $3 on Friday, and $5 on Saturday.

2023 Brookside Craft Fair to showcase local vendors

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:20 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga County Historical Center is hosting a county-wide craft fair at the Brookside Museum on Saturday, June 24. The family-friendly free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! There will be no mass-produced or commercially-made items available at the craft fair. Instead, guests will be able to shop from a variety of locally handcrafted collectibles, antiques, and farm products.