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Stock market today: Wall Street drifts as markets worldwide pull back

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is drifting Wednesday following a rally that had sent it roaring 16% higher for the year so far.The S&P 500 was 0.1% lower in morning trading and edging down from its highest level since April 2022. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 135 points, or 0.4%, at 34,282, as of 10:15 a.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was virtually unchanged.Other markets around the world fell more sharply following the latest discouraging signal from China’s economy. Growth in China’s services industry slowed by more than economists expected last month. It’s the latest evidence showing the world’s second-largest economy is stumbling in its recovery following the removal of anti-COVID restrictions.The U.S. economy, meanwhile, has remained stronger than many investors feared. It’s defied predictions for a recession because of a job market that’s remained remarkably solid despite much higher interest rates meant to bring down inflation. A report on Wednes...

Rain and environmental activists affect play on Day 3 at Wimbledon

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Rain is again affecting play at Wimbledon on Day 3 of the grass-court tournament, and two environmental activists halted one match as well.Intermittent showers Wednesday forced matches on the outside courts to be suspended twice, while play in the main stadiums was also stopped for a short time because of the weather.Two Just Stop Oil protestors were arrested after disrupting one match by running onto Court 18 and throwing orange confetti onto the grass, before being led off by security. That stopped the first-round encounter between Grigor Dimitrov and Sho Shimabukuro early in the second set, and the rain then came before the confetti could be cleared. The match resumed with the others after the rain delay. The two protestors were arrested “on suspicion of aggravated trespass and criminal damage,” the All England Club said in a statement. Wimbledon increased its security in coordination with London police and other agencies for this year’s tournament, in p...

Stalemate: UPS, Teamsters contract talks break down with each side blaming the other

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

Contract negotiations between UPS and the union representing 340,000 of the company’s workers broke down early Wednesday with each side blaming the other for walking away from talks.The Teamsters have imposed several deadlines for United Parcel Service negotiators to make their “last, best and final” offer to its unionized workers in recent days. Union officials said Wednesday that UPS “walked away from the bargaining table after presenting an unacceptable offer” to Teamsters members.UPS told a different story. The package delivery company said it was the Teamsters who abandoned negotiations, “despite UPS’s historic offer that builds on our industry-leading pay.”“We have not walked away, and the union has a responsibility to remain at the table,” the Atlanta company said in a prepared statement.Whichever the case, talks are at a stalemate with the end of the contract — midnight on July 31 — rapidly approaching. Teamster-represented UPS workers voted for a strike authorization ...

Darren Bailey announces run for Congress

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

XENIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Illinois Republican Darren Bailey announced that he will be running for Congress at the Bailey family farm on Tuesday."I humbly ask for your support, I ask for your vote, as together we journey to reclaim our voice, our values and the freedoms that we enjoy here in Southern Illinois," Bailey said.According to a press release, Bailey will be running for Illinois' 12th Congressional seat, which is currently held by Congressman Mike Bost (R-IL). Darren Bailey slammed for using Chicago crime for political gain Bailey has served in the Illinois State House and Senate and lost the Illinois gubernatorial race to JB Pritzker in 2022.

Roller coaster malfunctions at Wisconsin fair, strands riders upside down for hours

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

(WFLA) – Several visitors at a Wisconsin county fair were in over their heads when a roller coaster malfunctioned, suspending them upside down for several hours.The dizzying incident unfolded Sunday at the Forest County Festival in Crandon, Wisconsin. Authorities said the ride encountered a mechanical failure, suspending eight occupants in an "inverted position." ‘No sense of urgency’: Man who captured crack on roller coaster says First responders raced to the attraction, but the stuck passengers were forced to wait until firefighters with Antigo fire, stationed about 45 minutes away, arrived with extendable ladders.One onlooker took to Facebook saying the eight riders were stuck "hanging upside down for over four hours."All riders were ultimately removed safely. No injuries were reported."Kudos to the little girl at the end who told the fireman to go rescue the older man first because he was struggling," the onlooker added. "That little girl deserves a medal of courage for sure. ...

Dean's Home Video: 'The Out-Laws,' 'The Lincoln Lawyer,' & more

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

CHICAGO — The release of a new action comedy along with the second season of a legal drama series is part of the home video releases for this week."The Out-Laws" along with season two of "The Lincoln Lawyer" are due out in the coming days and were featured in "Dean's Home Video" on Wednesday's WGN Morning News. Dean Richards also took a look at a few other options for viewers who are looking for a program to watch over the coming days. That includes "Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire," "Fatal Seduction," a documentary on "Wham!," season 2 of "Duck and Goose," and more.You can see this edition of "Dean's Home Video" from July 5 in the video above.Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter. You'll also get his Dean Cooks recipes too!

Austin Fire received 300 fireworks-related calls this 4th of July

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for July 5, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) -- As many gathered to celebrate the Fourth of July Tuesday, Austin Fire Department dispatchers answered roughly 300 calls regarding fireworks-related incidents, the department said in a tweet Wednesday.Of the 300 calls received, approximately 250 of them related to grass, dumpster and trash fires. The agency also responded to a handful of structure fires. PHOTOS: Austin neighborhoods throw Fourth of July celebrations The 300 calls received related to fireworks are phone calls "above and beyond" normal volume levels, officials added in the tweet. A city-adopted ordinance prohibits the storage, use and handling of fireworks within Austin city limits. Only shows with legally acquired permits were authorized to put on fireworks displays Tuesday evening.

Live music lineup coming to Queensbury Hotel

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - On Wednesday night, the Take a Bite food festival returns to downtown Glens Falls for the first of several weekends of small-plate food leaving a big impact on taste buds. While local restaurants show off their stuff, the Queensbury Hotel is rolling out entertainment. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The hotel's Park Patio Music Series starts at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 5, running until 8 p.m. each week through to Aug. 9. Each week, a new musician comes to entertain dining guests at the hotel's Park 26 restaurant, as well as anyone strolling by to voyage Take a Bite's weekly offerings. The lineup includes:July 5: Dan MellonJuly 12: Kirsti BlowJuly 19: Jim BrownJuly 26: Phil DrumAug. 2: Phil CampAug. 9: Jeff Walton Who’s on when at GEMFest in Glens Falls Take a Bite also features live music performing on Glen and Ridge streets. See the full lineup, as well as all the restaurants taking part.

Catskills music festival headlined by Weezer canceled

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

WINDHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The inaugural Cave Mountain Catskills Music Festival at Windham Mountain has been canceled. The festival was originally set for September 15 and 16 and was going to be headlined by Weezer. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! In a release posted to the Windham Mountain website, the festival was canceled due to "unavoidable circumstances owing to construction and improvement projects at the venue site." Organizers said this would have impacted the quality of the event and the guest experience.“While it comes as an extreme disappointment to cancel this event for our community, I remain excited about future opportunities for bringing world-class music to Windham Mountain,” said Chip Seamans, Windham Mountain President. Upbeat on the Roof concert series returns to Skidmore Full refunds will be given to those who already bought tickets. The refunds will be automatically processed to the original paym...

Troy K9 stabbed 12 times, officer breaks foot responding to burglary

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:56 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Troy Police canine (K9) was stabbed 12 times while responding to a burglary early Wednesday morning in the area of Donegal Avenue in the Emerald Greens neighborhood. K9 Norbi and his handler were one of the first arriving units in search of the suspect. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police responded to reports of an unknown suspect attempting to break entry into residencies. Troy police say K9 Norbi began tracking the suspect and led the officers into a wooded area near Donegal Avenue. Norbi and his handler found the suspect in a wooded area and tried taking him into custody. While doing so, the suspect started stabbing Norbi with a knife multiple times, per Troy police. Norbi was removed from the situation by his handler and was taken to nearby Upstate Veterinary Specialties for evaluation and treatment. According to law enforcement, another officer, not Norbi's handler, sustained a broken foot a...