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Suburban woman accused of leading police on 120 mph chase

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — A 23-year-old woman has been charged after leading police on a high speed chase Tuesday.According to the DuPage County State's Attorney Office, an Illinois State Trooper pulled over Tianna Bryson, of Sleepy Hollow, just before 12:30 p.m. Tuesday after she was allegedly going 107 mph westbound on I-88 in Naperville.Tianna Bryson, 23, of Sleepy HollowWhen the trooper attempted to walk up to Bryson's vehicle, ISP said she fled the scene at a high-rate of speed. The trooper then reinitiated the pursuit. FBI release pics of suspects wanted for armored car robbery in Orland Park Bryson allegedly weaved in and out of traffic, driving on the shoulder of the road, reaching up to 120 mph. Authorities then terminated the pursuit for safety reasons.Law enforcement was able to identify Bryson as the alleged driver. She later turned herself in Tuesday evening.Bryson appeared before a judge Thursday morning where her bond was set at $25,000.She has been charged with one count ...

PAWS Chicago teams up with Rick Bayless to increase adoptions

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

CHICAGO — PAWS Chicago is teaming up with celebrity chef Rick Bayless in an effort to increase adoptions.The celebrity chef crafted the final pizza in PAWS' three-month "Slice to Meet You" campaign.PAWS teamed up with Piece Brewery and Pizzeria for the campaign. Piece is donating $10 from every sale of the Bayless pizza to PAWS Chicago.The specialty pie consists of Frontera tomatillo-verde salsa, pepper jack cheese, goat cheese, bacon and red onion. It is finished with aged pecorino Romano, cilantro and jalapenos.“To share a Bayless family recipe to help the tremendous work of PAWS Chicago is very specialto me,” Bayless said. “Collaborating with the team at Piece and Greco Foods to bring theModern Mexican flavors of Frontera to the Chicago pizza scene and to help the No Kill missionof PAWS Chicago is extremely satisfying." Cook County Sheriff’s Office teaming up with PAWS Chicago The pizza will be available from now until April 9. In each to-go box, flyers of adoptable dogs will b...

Street League Skateboarding set to make only US stop in Chicago

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

CHICAGO -- The first stop for the Street League Skateboarding Championship Tour will make it's only North America stop right here in the Windy City.The Street League Skateboarding Championship Tour will arrive in Chicago on Saturday, April 29. The event will take place at the Wintrust Arena. A time for the event has yet to be set.This will mark the fourth time the Street League Skateboarding Championship Tour has made stops in Chicago. SLS held events in Chicago in 2014, 2015, and 2017.Pro skateboarder Rob Dyrdek, famously known for his hit MTV shows "Rob & Big, "Fantasy Factory," and "Ridiculousness," founded Street League Skateboarding in 2010. MORE: Weekend Break with Illinois' Sapient Skateboards Street League Skateboarding has separated itself from widely known events like the X-Games by creating a traveling competition for the top skateboarders in the world to compete on a one-of-a-kind course."As pioneers of street skateboarding’s premium qualification system and compet...

Why life-saving organ transplant drug was in short supply

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — It's been 26 years since James Loxley underwent a life-saving kidney transplant after a donation from his father."I have been able to live life to the fullest with that transplant," Loxley said.It's also when he began taking 25 milligrams of the drug Neoral, which is an immunosuppressant commonly used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant. The drug is imperative to the continued success of Loxley's transplant, and when he suddenly couldn't get ahold of it, he became concerned."The pharmacist said to me, 'We have a situation going on. There's a national shortage of this medication,'" his wife, Linda Loxley, recalled."I am scared," her husband added. "If this medication [isn't available], what is going to happen to the life-saving transplant that I received from my father?"With the help of Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), the couple received an emergency supply of Neoral, though only enough to last James Loxley two weeks."I don't want to lose h...

Outdoor patio at Austin airport closed; space set to become a private lounge

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — An outdoor public patio at Austin's airport is closing to make way for a private lounge.The almost-4,000-square-foot space was originally opened as part of a nine-gate expansion at the airport in 2019."We realized that it was getting very low utilization by the public, even though we call it a public patio," said Mookie Patel, chief business and finance officer at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.Wendy Price Todd, a board member of the Airport Advisory Commission called the move "surprising" in a commission meeting Wednesday."It was under-utilized because it was under-advertised, under-promoted, under-signaged," Price Todd said. "It was a sort of self-fulfilling thing." Passenger growth at Austin’s airport is hitting forecasts five years ahead of schedule The new lounge, called Sapphire Terrace, will be open to passengers with Chase Sapphire Reserve credit cards. A statement from Chase said the space will provide cardmembers "a place to relax and fuel up befo...

APD, EMS holding joint news conference on safety tips for spring festival season

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Austin Police Department and Austin-Travis County EMS will hold a live news conference to talk about safety tips for spring festival season.The news conference with APD and medics will take place at 2:30 p.m. at the APD Headquarters, 715 E Eighth Street.Every city department is gearing up for a busy spring festival season with many events scheduled over the next few weeks and months. Facing staffing shortages, is APD ready for SXSW? “As we welcome all these visitors and we plan for these events that add to the vibrancy of the city and bolster our economy, we recognize it puts an added strain on city resources,” Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said.“Anytime we have a large event, where there is a lot of people, we are going to have a lot of officers there to keep it safe,” APD Assistant Chief Jeff Greenwalt said.APD said during these events they will be properly staffed and ready to respond when needed.KXAN will update this story once the news conference is over.

Vikings tackle Brian O’Neill expected to be ready for training camp after recovering from torn Achilles

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

Vikings star right tackle Brian O’Neill is expected to be ready for training camp in July after undergoing surgery in January to repair a partially torn right Achilles tendon.That was the word Thursday from Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell and executive director of player and health performance Tyler Williams. The two spoke to reporters at the TCO Performance Center about the team’s health and performance approach and provided updates on three injured players.O’Connell said safety Lewis Cine, who underwent surgery after suffering a compound fracture in his lower left leg last October in London, is making “fantastic” progress and could do some work on the field during organized activities in late May. The coach said cornerback Andrew Booth, who underwent surgery in November to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee, likely will be limited during spring drills.O’Neill was hurt in a 41-17 loss at Green Bay on Jan. 1 when chasing a player who intercepted a pass from Kirk Cousins. He misse...

Actor Brian Tochi coming to Saratoga Comic Con

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Brian Tochi, the original voice of teenage mutant ninja turtle Leonardo, will be at Saratoga's Comic Con. He is also known for his roles as Toshiro Takashi in "Revenge of the Nerds," and Cadet Tomoko Nogata from the third and fourth films in "Police Academy." Amanda Bearse coming to Saratoga Comic Con A complete list of confirmed celebrities and guests can be seen on the Saratoga Comic Con website. The largest Comic-Con event in upstate New York will take place from May 6 through 7.

Open mic nights in the Capital Region

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- If you're looking to perform that new song you've been working on or to showcase your talents, an open mic night may be right for you. Many restaurants and bars host open mic nights around the area. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Here's where you can find an open mic night in the Capital Region.Rustic Barn Pub, 150 Speigletown Road in TroyThursdays at 6 p.m.Unihog, 2 Center Street in Hoosick FallsThursdays at 7 p.m.Caffe Lena, 47 Phila Street in Saratoga SpringsMondays at 7 p.m.Table 41 Brewing Company, 188 Remsen Street in CohoesMondays at 6 p.m.Honest Weight Food Co-op, 100 Watervliet Avenue in AlbanyThird Monday of each month at 6 p.m.The Lark St. Tavern, 453 Madison Avenue in AlbanyWednesdays at 7 p.m.No Fun, 275 River Street in TroyWednesdays at 7 p.m.Wicked, 1602 Route 9 in Clifton ParkThursdays at 7 p.m.Eden Cafe, 269 Osborne Road in LoudonvilleSaturdays at 7:30 p.m.518 Craft, 200 Broadw...

Police: Accused Schnucks shooter has medical condition, may be with girlfriend

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:14:27 GMT

ST. PETERS, Mo. - A man accused of shooting a woman during an attempted robbery in the parking lot of the St. Peters Schnucks is still on the loose. On Thursday, authorities said Tyrone Miller is believed to be with his girlfriend, Jayana Dobbs. Police also said Miller requires a colostomy bag and may be wearing a satchel to hide it.Earlier this week, the St. Charles County Prosecuting Attorney's Office charged Miller with first-degree felony assault, armed criminal action, and attempted robbery. Dobbs is also wanted for questioning in the matter. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW The shooting happened around 8 p.m. on Friday, March 3, in the parking lot of Schnucks at Highway 94 and Jungermann Road.According to Sgt. Melissa Doss, a spokeswo...