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Writers Guild of America and producers alliance resume negotiations as Hollywood holds its breath

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

LOS ANGELES — Negotiators for film and TV writers were set to meet with studio representatives Friday afternoon, a step that could represent a long-awaited thaw in the icy Hollywood strike that has largely kept the entertainment industry at a standstill since early May.Writers Guild of America members have been on strike for more than 100 days, resulting in headaches for studios and financial losses for entertainment-related businesses, including talent agencies and prop houses and crew members struggling to make ends meet. The situation escalated in mid-July when film and TV actors joined writers on the picket lines.It’s not clear whether the talks will lead to a significant breakthrough or how long it will take for the sides to reach a deal for a new three-year contract between the WGA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. Most industry observers and insiders are still bracing for the conflict to stretch on for weeks, if not months.The sides remain far...

Top Fox executive departing over Dominion settlement

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

Fox Corp.’s top lawyer and a close aide to Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch is stepping down in the company’s biggest management shift since its $787.5 million settlement of defamation claims by Dominion Voting Systems.Viet Dinh, Fox’s chief legal and policy officer, will depart that role on Dec. 31 and become a special adviser to the company, the company announced Friday. As part of his separation agreement, Dinh will receive a $23 million lump-sum payment and $2.5 million a year as an adviser under a two-year contract.A Fox statement didn’t state a reason for Dinh’s departure, but a person familiar with the matter, though stressing the parting was amicable, said it was largely due to unhappiness at the company over his handling of the Dominion case and its outcome — the largest payout ever in a media defamation case.“We appreciate Viet’s many contributions and service to Fox as both a board member of 21st Century Fox and in his role over the last five years as a valued member of Fox’s l...

Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for Barrie and central Ontario

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Barrie and parts of central Ontario.Environment and Climate Change Canada initially issued a tornado warning just before 2:30 p.m., noting that a severe thunderstorm passing through the region was could possible produce a twister.Several minutes later, it was downgraded to a severe thunderstorm warning capable of producing very strong wind gusts of up to 90km/h, with an update at 3:26 p.m. saying there are risks of ping pong ball size hail and heavy rain.At 4:23 p.m., the warning was downgraded to a watch, stating dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing damaging wind gusts, damaging hail and heavy rain are still a possibility.Peterborough County and Lakefield are still under a severe thunderstorm warning.“Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Large hail can damage property and cause injury. Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and over...

Suspect dies after officer-involved shooting in Morgan Park

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

CHICAGO — A person is dead after being shot by Chicago police Friday evening in Morgan Park, according to the medical examiner's office.According to the Chicago Police Department, officers responded to an officer-involved shooting at 5:30 p.m. on Friday on the 1100 block of West 111th Street in Chicago's Morgan Park neighborhood. 3 firefighters injured following Northwest Side house fire CPD Interim Superintendent Fred Waller said that two officers from the 22nd District observed an individual with a weapon on the sidewalk. The officers attempted to stop the individual before they fled into a residence. Officers pursed the individual on foot and a struggle for the weapon ensued.According to Waller, two shots were fired and the suspect was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. They later died, according to the medical examiner's office.Both officers were also transported to a local hospital in good condition.The Chicago Police Department Investigation Division (IRT...

Wedding crasher in Colorado wanted for brazenly steaking gifts, cash from several newlyweds

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

WESTMINSTER, Colo. (KDVR) — Police in Colorado are searching for a wedding crasher who's wanted for stealing cards and gifts from several newlyweds over the past month.The same man has reportedly targeted weddings at two events venues, both in the city of Westminster. Shayna and Armando Bonilla held their dream wedding at the Church Ranch Event Center on Sunday. The following day, the Bonillas went to look for their cards and noticed they were missing.“We searched through everything we brought home that day," Shayna Bonilla said. "No cards were anywhere. So we contacted the venue the next morning." Bride goes viral after getting Chili's for wedding dinner General manager Eric Gardner said that's when his team spotted the culprit. Multiple surveillance videos from the venue show a man arriving on a motorcycle, putting on an orange construction vest, and then casually walking into the main lobby where the card and gift table was set up.A man suspected of stealing items fro...

Wisconsin police criticized after video shows forcible arrest of wrong person at Applebee's

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

KENOSHA, Wisconsin (NEXSTAR) – The Kenosha Police Department is under fire from community activists after several officers were filmed forcibly arresting a man in an Applebee’s restaurant during an apparent case of mistaken identity.The incident took place July 20 at an Applebee’s in Kenosha. Police had entered the restaurant in search of three people who were involved in a nearby hit-and-run, one of whom was said to be carrying a small child, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported.Police were then informed that the suspects may have entered a nearby Applebee’s restaurant. They later entered to investigate and detained a Black man who, they say, appeared to match the description of a suspect, according to court documents obtained by the Kenosha News.Several officers then surrounded and forcibly arrested the customer — who was holding a baby — all while the actual suspects were hiding out in the restaurant’s bathroom, the Associated Press reported. Suspected burglar arrested after...

Officials responding to fire at home in Point Venture

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas -- Multiple fire departments responded to a two-alarm structure fire in Point Venture on Saturday, the Austin Fire Department said on Twitter.Austin, Cedar Park, Lake Travis and Pflugerville fire departments all assisted Travis County ESD #1 with the fully-involved structure fire, according to AFD.Crews were still actively battling the fire with high winds as of 3:45 p.m. Saturday.No one was injured during the fire, according to ESD #1.This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

Professional basketball player Tacko Fall hands out new book to hundreds at Austin mosque

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Professional basketball player Tacko Fall – who's one of the tallest people on earth at 7 feet and 6 inches – read his new children's book Tacko Fall: To New Heights to hundreds of people Saturday at the Islamic Center of Greater Austin.Fall was born and raised in Senegal but attended high school in the U.S. He played basketball at the University of Central Florida and was drafted into the NBA in 2019. Since 2022, Fall has played for the Xinjiang Flying Tigers of the Chinese Basketball Association.Fall said he had many struggles growing up in Senegal, including being picked on by piers because of his height. He wanted to write a book about his life to encourage others, especially children. "This book is very kid-friendly," Fall said. "[I] overcome those challenges to accomplish my dream," he said. "[The book] uses that as a testimony for perseverance," he continued. Fall wrote his book with his agent, Justin Haynes, with illustrations by Reggie Brown. Fall is a ...

Enchanting Sunset Hills home for sale reveals a 'Mural Mystery'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

SUNSET HILLS, Mo. - There's a home for sale in Sunset Hills that's hard to compare with most others on the market in the St. Louis area. Along Watson Road stands a ranch-style home has three bedrooms, five bathrooms, and more than 4,100 square feet of living space. Strong storms likely overnight into Saturday morning The home was built in 1939 and has been deemed by sellers as a "Mural Mystery Home." Upon entering the house, a mural welcomes guests.Vibrant painting also helps the walls come to life. Upon venturing into the outdoors, there is a large backyard for BBQ gatherings with friends and family or simply relaxing in nature. An added bonus: It comes with a pool. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW The home is currently listed for $1.4...

A 53-man Broncos roster projection halfway between camp’s start and roster cutdown day

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:34 GMT

The Broncos are more than two weeks into training camp and now have a preseason loss to Arizona under their belts as well.At essentially the halfway point between report day and the NFL’s new single cutdown day from 90 players to 53 on Aug. 29, let’s take a crack identifying who’s safe and who’s on the bubble for the Broncos en route to a full roster projection.This exercise is mostly meant to serve as a snapshot. Every year there are wheelings and dealings around the roster cutdown. Of the 90 players currently on Denver’s roster, 42 are new since the end of the 2022 season. That number will only rise between now and the Sept. 10 opener against Las Vegas.With that in mind, let’s get to it.OFFENSE (25)Quarterbacks (2)Locks: Russell Wilson and Jarrett StidhamBubble: The Broncos gave Stidham $5 million guaranteed on a two-year deal to be Wilson’s backup, so barring injury the only decision likely to be made in the quarterback room is whether Ben DiNucci makes the 53-man roster even tho...