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Norway proposes opening its waters to deep sea mining, says minerals needed in green transition

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

HELSINKI (AP) — Norway said Tuesday it wants to open parts of the Norwegian continental shelf for commercial deep sea mining in line with the country’s strategy to seek new economic opportunities and reduce its reliance on the oil and gas industry.Terje Aasland, Norway’s minister for petroleum and energy, said in a statement the country needs minerals to help transition to a more green economy. The Norwegian seabed is reportedly rich with minerals including copper, zinc, manganese and cobalt.“Currently the resources are controlled by a few countries, which makes us vulnerable,” he said. But the Norwegian government’s plan is controversial and environmental groups are warning that mining the sea bed would threaten the biodiversity of the vulnerable ecosystems in the area.Louisa Casson, global project leader for Greenpeace’s Stop Deep Sea Mining campaign, said that “to forge ahead and unleash deep sea mining in the Arctic would be criminal.”“Norway talks about leading the ...

Several suburban businesses damaged in fire; No injuries reported

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

PROSPECT HEIGHTS, Ill. — Several businesses were damaged in a fire Tuesday in Prospect Heights.Officials said there were no reports of injuries.According to police, emergency crews responded to a Subway in the 1200 block of North Elmhurst Road around 12:30 p.m. for reports of a fire in the back of the business.Police and firefighters evacuated businesses and residences in the area.The fire, which according to officials started in an electrical panel, spread through several adjacent businesses and caused “heavy damage,” police said.Emergency responders from several suburbs responded to the efforts.Elmhurst Road, between Prospect Drive and Hintz Road, remains closed.The fire is under investigation.

Search underway for missing Irving Park teen

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

CHICAGO -- The Chicago Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 16-year-old who was last seen on Friday.Nathan Cole Conner, 16, was last seen at his home on the 3900 block of North Kedzie Avenue in Chicago's Irving Park neighborhood on Friday, June 16. Search underway for missing man who may need medical attention Cole Conner is described as 6-foot-1, weighing 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.Anyone with information regarding Nathan Cole Conner's whereabouts are asked to contact the Chicago Police Department at 312-746-6554.

21-year-old shot in head in Waukegan identified

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

WAUKEGAN, Ill. -- Waukegan police are investigating after a 21-year-old was discovered shot in the head over the weekend.According to the Waukegan Police Department, officers and fire crews responded to the intersection of McAlister Avenue and May Street on reports of a shooting just after 7:15 p.m. on Sunday, June 18. Uber driver pistol-whipped, carjacked in New Lenox Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim unconscious and not breathing. The man was transported to a local hospital where was pronounced dead.The Lake County Coroner's Office later identified the victim as Quinton Hudson, 21, of Waukegan. The autopsy results indicated that the 21-year-old died from a gunshot to the head.The investigation is ongoing.

'Paxson for 3...YES!': The Bulls' first 'Three-Peat' at 30

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

WGN News Now takes a look back at the Bulls' victory over the Suns in Game 6 of the 1993 NBA Playoffs 30 years ago on Tuesday night in this edition of "Channel 9 Was There" - a tribute to the 75th anniversary of WGN-TV.CHICAGO — It was the third of six championships, but its ending was as thrilling as any other 30 years ago on Tuesday night. Unlike many other moments in the dynasty, it wasn't Michael Jordan who had the lasting image of that title-clinching victory.On June 20, 1993 that the Bulls bested the Suns 99-98 in Game 6 of the NBA Finals at Phoenix's America West Arena to win their third-straight NBA championship. While Jordan, like all series long, carried the Bulls, it was another veteran guard that got to have the moment that would live on three decades later. (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)John Paxson, who was in his eighth of nine seasons as a player for the Bulls, hit the game-winning three-pointer with 3.9 seconds left to help the visitors erase a ...

4th of July celebrations across Chicago area for 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

Fireworks, parades, concerts, family-focused fun - there are numerous events across the Chicago area to celebrate the 4th of July holiday. Here is a county by county breakdown of options for your 2023 plans.Counties are listed in this order: Cook, DuPage, Lake (IL), Will, Kane, Lake (IN), McHenry, Kankakee, DeKalb, Kendall, LaSalle, Grundy, Boone, Ogle, Lee. Chicago officials warn about dangers of fireworks ahead of Fourth of July For your Fourth of July forecast, visit the WGN Weather Center.This list may not be all-inclusive, however it will be continually updated as more events are announced. Know of an event we're missing or see an error in need of correction? Use the form at the bottom of the list to let us know!Cook CountyArlington HeightsFrontier Days runs June 30 through July 4 - Recreation Park, 500 E Miner Street Arlington Heights, IL 60004Link to event pageBartlettAnnual Bartlett Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza runs June 30 through July 4 - corner of ​S. Stearns a...

Poll: 50% of Texas voters say Paxton impeachment 'justified'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On the same day the Texas Senate is expected to take a key vote on how it will conduct the impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton, a new poll shows how voters are feeling about the process that led to this moment. Pollsters from the Texas Politics Project and the University of Texas at Austin asked a group of 1,200 registered voters recently whether they thought the Texas House of Representatives was justified in impeaching Paxton. An early look at their findings, which came out Tuesday, showed 50% of the respondents agreed that, yes, the lawmakers' decision to impeach the three-term Republican is justified. Meanwhile, 17% called the impeachment unjustified, while 33% either had no opinion about it or did not know enough to share their feelings. Additionally, the pollsters broke down their results by party affiliation. It's perhaps unsurprising that a vast majority of Democratic voters (73%) found the House's impeachment of Paxton justified, while...

Austin Pets Alive! seeking fosters amid Central Texas heat wave

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for June 20, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) -- As extreme triple-digit temperatures and humidity levels continue in Central Texas, so, too is Austin Pets Alive!'s call for dog fosters.The nonprofit issued the special appeal Sunday, seeking foster commitments running anywhere from a couple of days to several weeks or longer. On Tuesday, shelter staff members told KXAN continuous access to air-conditioned environments would provide dogs much-needed reprieve from the heat.As extreme triple-digit temperatures and humidity levels continue in Central Texas, so, too is Austin Pets Alive!'s call for dog fosters. (KXAN Photo/Kelsey Thompson)As extreme triple-digit temperatures and humidity levels continue in Central Texas, so, too is Austin Pets Alive!'s call for dog fosters. (KXAN Photo/Kelsey Thompson)As extreme triple-digit temperatures and humidity levels continue in Central Texas, so, too is Austin Pets Alive!'s call for dog foster...

What's next for Texans with sickle cell after bill that could help them vetoed?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — "This disease is unpredictable. One day, I could be fine... then the next day, I could wake up feeling like I'm literally dying," André Harris, who has sickle cell disease, said. Sickle cell is an inherited blood disorder that blocks blood flow, and can cause intense, piercing pain throughout a person's body. Harris recently testified before lawmakers about his disease, and why there needs to be more awareness in the state during Texas' 88th Legislative session. A few weeks after his testimony, his efforts would prove to be unsuccessful. 'Historically a disease that has been affecting Black people'It's a disease that predominantly affects black people, according to the CDC. There's no cure. Advocates like Harris have been pushing for more research — which requires funding — for decades. Sickle cell disease advocates in Texas push for better data tracking Getting funding can be complicated, Harris said. This is due to the fact that often times funding and research ...

Second mosquito with West Nile Virus found, Williamson County health leaders share prevention tips

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:47:22 GMT

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — The Williamson County and Cities Health District reported that a mosquito positive for West Nile virus was discovered in Jarrell this past week. This is the second mosquito to have been found in the county, the other was collected in Georgetown less than one month ago.The WCCHD said this second insect was found at a trap site near the community pool on Sonterra Boulevard in Jarrell. Signs warning of this discovery have been posted in the area the mosquito was discovered.Jason Fritz with WCCHD said anytime a mosquito with the virus is found, a containment process begins."We notify the effective city or municipality. And typically what happens is a lot of increase community awareness and education on how to prevent mosquito bites," Fritz said.He recommends that all residents wear insect repellant when outside, get rid of any standing water that may be around the home, and cover one's skin to prevent being bitten and contracting West Nile virus.How to ...