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Beyoncé, like Taylor, is heading to movie theaters with a new film

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — A documentary chronicling Beyoncé’s just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday. The film adds a second pop star blockbuster to a fall slate of movies that’s been slightly thinned out by the ongoing screen actors’ strike. Like “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,” which debuts Oct. 13, “Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé” is being released directly by AMC, the movie theater chain, without studio involvement. Tickets will start at $22 plus tax. The film will run for a minimum of four weeks, AMC said. Beyoncé’s previous films include the acclaimed 2019 Netflix film “Homecoming,” which captured her Coachella performance in 2018. In the deals with AMC, Beyoncé and Swift are both reported to be receiving at least 50% of ticket sales. The film charts Beyoncé’s tour on behalf of her 2022 Gammy-winning album “Renaissance.” It mixes concert footage and elements of a visua...

Man critical, woman injured after being shot while driving scooters

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

CHICAGO — Two individuals were injured after they were shot while riding a scooter in McKinley Park Sunday night, police said.According to police, a 21-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman were riding scooters near the 3600 block of South Archer Avenue around 10:44 p.m. when someone from a white SUV fired shots.The man sustained a gunshot wound to the chest and is listed in critical condition at Mount Sinai Hospital. 2 killed, 2 injured — including 7-year-old boy — in shooting on West Side The woman sustained a gunshot wound to the face and was transported to Stroger Hospital in fair condition.There is currently no one in custody and police are investigating the incident.

2 killed, 7-year-old boy injured in shooting on West Side

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

CHICAGO — Two men are dead and two others, including a child, are injured after a shooting on the city's West Side, according to Chicago Police.Officers say the shooting happened near West Madison Street and South Sacramento Boulevard in Garfield Park just after 2:30 p.m.Police say the three men and a 7-year-old boy were standing in a vacant lot in the area when a car, which was traveling southbound, pulled up and a person inside opened fire on the group.Officers say a 33-year-old man and a 31-year-old man were both shot in the head and taken to the hospital where they later died from their injuries. According to police, the 7-year-old boy suffered a graze wound to the head and was taken to Stroger Hospital in fair condition. The boy has been identified as Aden Carothers and will turn 8-years-old next month.The other person involved, a 38-year-old man who was shot in the lower back, was taken to the hospital in critical condition.Currently, it is unclear what led to the shooting.No ...

Motorcyclist dead following crash in Round Lake Beach

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. — A motorcyclist died following a crash in Round Lake Beach Sunday afternoon.Just before 4:05 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Route 83 and Hook Drive on the report of an accident.Police believe a 28-year-old man on a motorcycle collided with a 2009 Hyundai as the sedan was turning into a strip mall.He was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.The driver stayed at the scene and police believe no drugs, alcohol or speed played a factor.

Police investigating Sullivan County home explosion

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

THOMPSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New York State Police are investigating a home explosion that happened in Thompson on Saturday. Three people were injured, including two children. All were taken to Westchester Medical Center and are listed in critical condition. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! At this time, police say the house was demolished and the cause was a propane leak. The explosion caused damage to several neighboring homes.

Susan Perabo recognized in 'Women of Webster' Project

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

ST. LOUIS - She threw out the first pitch the day before Adam Wainwright's retirement party.She was also the first woman to play on an NCAA baseball team. On Monday, Susan Perabo joined FOX 2 and shared with Ty Hawkins why she's back in St. Louis. Short-term rental property owner shares concerns about proposed regulations For more information about the 'Women of Webster' Project, click here.

Oversight board meeting for St. Louis City Justice Center today after another inmate death

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

ST. LOUIS - An oversight board for St. Louis City detention facilities is meeting Monday after an inmate died at the St. Louis City Justice Center on Saturday.The meeting was scheduled prior to the inmate's death. Jail officials told FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that 44-year-old Juwon Carter suffered a medical emergency early Saturday morning. Before Carter's death, at least two other inmates died at the justice center this year. Wainwright strikes out in cameo to end career as Cardinals beat Reds 4-3. Votto ejected The detention facilities oversight board is part of the city's department of public safety. At Monday's meeting, they're scheduled to discuss best practices for investigations and labor rights and laws.

Sergey Kondratenko: Fintech startups and innovative financial solutions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

Fintech startups are companies that offer innovative solutions to optimize financial services and solutions. The term "fintech" reflects the intersection of finance and technology in the activities of such companies, Sergey Kondratenko explains.Fintech startups are looking to improve traditional financial systems by leveraging advances in areas such as mobile apps, data analytics, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and more. They are focused on providing financial services in a more efficient, convenient and cost-effective way.Sergey Kondratenko is a recognized specialist in a wide range of e-commerce services with experience for many years. Now, Sergey is the owner and leader of a group of companies engaged not only in different segments of e-commerce, but also successfully operating in different jurisdictions, represented on all continents of the world. The main goal is to drive new traffic, create and deliver an online experience that will endear users to the b...

NOAA releases 2023-2024 winter predictions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

(WGHP) – For the first time in years, an El Niño winter is upon us. That means this year's winter outlook, release by the Climate Prediction Center, looks a little different than it has in several years.The last three winters have been dominated by La Niña, which typically means a dry winter in the southern half of the country and colder, wetter conditions in the Pacific Northwest. But that's not the case this year, as a strong El Niño looks very likely to stick with us through early next year. How will El Niño affect winter? New long-range outlook released NOAA outlook for winter temperaturesThis year the CPC, which is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, is forecasting above-normal temperatures across the northern United States through the winter months. The best chance for a warmer-than-normal winter to occur in the Northeast, the Pacific Northwest and the upper Great Lakes states. For the southern half of the country, the temperature outlook for Decemb...

Royal Court for 2024 Tournament of Roses to be announced

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:43 GMT

The seven members that will make up the 2024 Tournament of Roses Royal Court will be announced at Tournament House in Pasadena Monday morning.The Royal Court will be chosen from 28 finalists who participated in a long interview process to reach this point.Each member chosen to the Royal Court takes part in the Tournament’s tradition of celebrating academic excellence and will receive a $7,500 scholarship.   Deer population control plan concerning Catalina residents “Royal Court members experience countless benefits; becoming part of an organization dedicated to hands-on volunteerism, discovering opportunities to connect with and give back to the local community, developing public speaking skills and growing self-confidence,” the Tournament posted on its website.The Royal Court will take part in the 135th Rose Parade and attend the Rose Bowl Game on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.