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IDPH links 2 Legionnaires' disease cases to L.A. Fitness in Niles

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

NILES, Ill. — Two cases of Legionnaires' disease have been linked to a L.A. Fitness in Niles.On May 5, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) began an investigation. The department said both individuals used the pool, steam room, hot tub and showers during the last few weeks of April.After they were notified, L.A. Fitness closed their pool, spa, showers and steam room.An environmental investigation was conducted and on Tuesday, results confirmed Legionella pnemophila S2-14 was detected in samples collected from the facility’s hot tub. Ukrainian artist painting historic section of Uptown ‘en plein air’ The hot tub and associated area will remain closed until additional testing confirms that legionella is no longer detected, IDPH said.

These were the most popular baby names in Texas in 2022

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

(NEXSTAR) -- Ten years ago, Sophia and Jacob were the most popular baby names across Texas, edging out Isabella and Jayden, respectively. That wasn't the case in 2022, according to the most recent data from the Social Security Administration. Olivia and Liam were the most popular names in the U.S. They were also the most popular names in Texas in 2022, according to SSA data. Olivia has been the top name in Texas since 2020 when it overtook Emma. Hobby Lobby doesn’t use barcodes: Here’s their explanation There were few changes in the top girls' names in Texas between 2021 and 2022. According to SSA's data, Amelia rose one spot while Ava dropped from No. 7 to No. 10. Joining the list last year was Luna, while Charlotte fell from the top 10 to No. 11. Here are the 10 most common girls' names in 2021 compared to 2022:202120221. Olivia1. Olivia2. Emma2. Emma3. Camila3. Camila4. Isabella4. Isabella5. Mia5. Mia6. Sophia6. Sophia7. Ava7. Amelia8. Amelia8. Sofia9. Charlotte9. Luna10. Sof...

Rutland man sentenced for illegal gun possession

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

RUTLAND, Vt. (NEWS10) -- A Rutland man was sentenced to 30 months in prison after pleading guilty to possessing two handguns as a convicted felon. Craig Wilkins, 38, was sentenced on Thursday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), on October 31, 2021, Rutland Police and emergency medical personnel responded to a grocery store parking lot after someone called in that two people appeared unconscious inside of a car. When police arrived, they identified Wilkins in the driver's seat.Police said both were conscious but appeared to be under the influence of drugs. When asked to step out of the car, the DOJ says a round of ammunition fell to Wilkins' feet. He was prohibited by federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition because of prior Vermont felony convictions for distributing narcotics, per the DOJ. Three arrested following Milton hammer disturbance Authorities impounded the car...

Memorial Day parade set for Crandall Park

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The city of Glens Falls and the town of Queensbury are coming together this Memorial Day weekend to honor veterans in both communities. A parade will proceed through town on Monday, May 29, running along Glen Street from Maple Street to Crandall Park. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The 2023 Glens Falls/Queensbury Memorial Day Parade starts at 10 a.m. on Glen Street, ending at Crandall Park's Victory & Peace monument. This year's parade will be led by grand marshals Tim Benner, a Glens Falls local and U.S. Army veteran; Harriet Rogers, a Glens Falls resident and U.S. Coast Guard veteran; and Mike Varmette, a Lake Luzerne local and veteran of the Marine Corps.The Queensbury High School Band will perform, led by director Jim Cirillo. The theme of this year's parade is "Let's Remember and Honor the Fallen." This year's keynote speaker is John Taflan, a United States Military Academy at West Poi...

Carnival opens at Cook Park in Colonie

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Gillette Shows Carnival has opened at Cook Park in Colonie. The event will run from May 18 through May 29. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The carnival will feature rides, games and a wide variety of food vendors. There is no admission fee to attend, however $25 unlimited rides wristbands are available every day. The festival will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays, 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Saturdays, and 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays. Gillette Shows will then be bringing their carnival to Via Port in Rotterdam starting June 1 through June 11. Albany’s 2023 Alive at Five concert series lineup announced For more information, visit Gillette Shows.

Parkhurst Field opening on Saturday

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Parkhurst Field in Gloversville will be opening on Saturday at 9 a.m. To celebrate the new grandstands and premier field, opening ceremonies will include the Parkhurst Field first pitch, followed by little league opening ceremonies. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! All attendees are invited to stick around afterward to watch players participate in The Cubby Faville Memorial Fund Home Run Derby. The Parkhurst Field is located at 54 Harrison Street in Gloversville.

Restaurant with Scandinavian twist opens in Greene County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

ROUND TOP, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A new restaurant has opened in Round Top. Julia's Local serves seasonal classic American food, with a Scandinavian twist. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Julia's Local is owned by Norwegian chef Henning Nordanger and long-time Round Top resident Julia Joern. Nordanger also owns Henning’s Local in Sullivan County.The restaurant, located at 1507 Hearts Content Road, was originally a family home and German bakery for about 50 years. The owners had renovated the restaurant space for four years, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Guilderland’s Tesoro Italian Restaurant set to close Julia's Local has its own one-acre culinary garden and uses those fresh ingredients in its dishes. The menu changes daily with the harvest in the garden, but could include steak, pork belly, duck, chicken liver pâté, and roasted vegetables. The restaurant also serves a variety of cocktails, wine and beer. You can vi...

This U-City restaurant has the best Chinese food in Missouri, food writers say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

UNIVERSITY CITY, Mo. - Chinese food hits the spot for many on any given night, though new research reveals that one Chinese restaurant in St. Louis County hits the spot better than anywhere else in Missouri. A team from LoveFood.com recently compiled a list of the best Chinese restaurants in every state. Their choices were based on reviews, awards and accolades, plus the first-hand experience of their food-writing team. Trending -- Officers save llama on the loose in north St. Louis County According to LoveFood.com, the best Chinese food in Missouri is served at Wonton King in University City. Located at 8116 Olive Boulevard, Wonton King prides itself on Hong Kong-style food, offering dishes with beef, pork, seafood and many other specialties. Of course, there are common Chinese food selections available too, like Kung Pao chicken, dumplings and chow mein. Wonton King is family-owned and has been earning accolades locally since at least 2009. Close Thanks ...

Three Missouri cities make 'Best Places to Live' list

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The publication U.S. News and World Report is known for their rankings. The magazine has made a name for itself ranking schools. Now, they have a list for the 150 best places to live in the United States. Three Missouri cities made this year's list.How does U.S. News & World Report come up with their city rankings? They evaluate metro areas based on factors like quality of life, value, desirability, and job market. Data from various sources is used to calculate scores for each index, and the weighting is determined by a public survey. Trending -- Officers save llama on the loose in north St. Louis County Washington University and several other top schools say that they will no longer participate in the medicals schools list. Critics also allege that the rankings reward schools with money and prestige. They do not accurately reflect on the true value of the institutions. No cities have opted out of the rankings, so far.So, what Missouri cities made the list, and wh...

Woman dies in overnight DeSoto house fire

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:01:58 GMT

DESOTO, Mo. - An investigation is underway after one woman died overnight in a DeSoto house fire. The fire happened in the 4300 block of Dock Drive. A medical examiner is working to identify the victim, who died from her injuries at the home. Trending -- Officers save llama on the loose in north St. Louis County According to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, the fire likely started "accidentally in a bedroom." It's unclear what led up to the fire, though investigators so not believe it was suspicious. Additional details are limited at this time. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.