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One in hospital after slashing in Scarborough

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

One person is in hospital after a slashing in the Morningside and Lawrence East Avenues area of Scarborough on Monday afternoon. At approximately 12:43 pm police responded to reports of person stabbed and a man was located with slash wounds.STABBING:Morningside Ave & Lawrence Ave E12:43 pm– reports of person stabbed– police o/s – man located w/slash wounds– 2 suspects in their 20's– 1: male, black, red shirt– 2: male, black, checkered golf shirt– any info call police at 416-808-2222#GO1538265^sc— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) July 3, 2023Paramedics transported the adult male to a local hospital with minor slash wounds.Two suspects are wanted, described as in their 20’s, the first a Black male wearing a red shirt and the second a Black male wearing a checkered golf shirt.

See the Bulls latest reported move with Lonzo Ball

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

CHICAGO — It appears the Bulls have made a decision on their injured point guard as the new NBA league year begins. Per numerous reports, the first from Shams Charania of The Athletic & Stadium, the Bulls will apply for the designated player exception for Lonzo Ball. This comes less than two weeks after executive vice president Arturas Karnisovas said that the guard will likely miss the entire 2023-2024 season after undergoing three left knee surgeries since January 2022. What is the designated player exception? It's an option for NBA teams to replace a player on the roster if they're going to miss the season. It allows them to add a player without it counting against the salary cap, but there are restrictions. First, the league has its Fitness to Play panel review the player's situation to see if the DPE can be granted. Should this happen, the team can sign a free agent for one season at 50 percent of the salary of the player who was given the DPE. In the case of Ball, that wou...

Vietnam bans 'Barbie' movie for its map depicting South China Sea

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

(The Hill) - Vietnam has banned the yet-to-be-released “Barbie” film from domestic distribution over a scene featuring a map that depicted China’s claimed territory in the South China Sea. State-run media outlet Tuoi Tre newspaper reported on Monday that the country’s film department had banned the movie because the map labeled as Chinese territory parts of the sea that Vietnam claims as its own, calling it “offending.” China uses a nine-dash, U-shaped, line to illustrate its claims over vast areas of the South China Sea. This includes areas where Vietnam claims its continental shelf sits, according to Reuters. Missing Houston man found 8 years after disappearing as a teen The highly-anticipated film, starring Margot Robbie, Issa Rae, and Ryan Gosling, was originally slated to premiere in Vietnam on July 21, the same date as the U.S. release, according to Tuoi Tre. “We do not grant license for the American movie ‘Barbie’ to release in Vietnam because it contains the offending...

1,500 Disneyland collectibles go up for auction

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

BURBANK, Calif. (AP) — Fans who agree Disneyland is indeed the happiest place on Earth will soon be able to take home more than a souvenir.A passionate collector has brought Disney magic to a sprawling 30,000-square-foot (2,800-square-meter) building in Burbank, California, where fans can hear birds chirping in the Enchanted Tiki Room section or giggle at the animated ghosts from the Haunted Mansion ride as they preview more than 1,500 items up for auction later this month.Joel Magee has been building his collection of more than 6,000 items — including costumes, rare posters, and life-size vehicles from rides like Dumbo and Peter Pan — for 30 years, and he’s finally ready to share some of it with the public.“I’m one of those guys — go big or go home. And if you don’t have the biggest, then it ain’t the best,” Magee told The Associated Press in a recent interview, as fans milled about the exhibit. Magee’s is the largest individually owned Disneyland/Disney Pa...

Jarrett Payton on why WGN is truly special to him

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

CHICAGO — He's a part of one of Chicago's most famous families along with ours here at Channel 9. Jarrett Payton, who has been a sports anchor at the station since 2015, has a few reasons why working at WGN-TV means so much more to him. He's no stranger to Chicago or the station, having been in the spotlight his whole life as the son of Bears' legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Walter Payton. Watch Jarrett talk about what Channel 9 means to him on the 75th anniversary of the station in the video above.For more #WGNat75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories

5 dead in South Carolina plane crash: FAA

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

Editor's Note: This story has been updated with information from the Horry County Coroner's Office.NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) - Five people have died following a small plane crash in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on Sunday, according to authorities.In a report obtained by Nexstar's WBTW Monday, officials said four people had been killed and one seriously injured. The Horry County Coroner's Office said Monday afternoon that the injured victim died after being taken to the hospital.It isn't yet clear what caused the Sunday morning crash, which happened northwest of the Grand Stand Airport, a report from the Federal Aviation Administration reads. The FAA previously said four people were aboard the plane.The plane took off at 11:02 a.m. and crashed a minute later, according to flight tracking site FlightAware. The site lists a Friday flight as the plane's most recent trip, which included departing from Essex County Airport in New Jersey and landing at Grand Stand Airport.The p...

Events around Central Texas celebrating Fourth of July

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- From fireworks to a popsicle run, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Independence Day across Central Texas on Tuesday. Below is a list of festivities happening to celebrate the holiday: AustinH-E-B Austin Symphony July 4 Concert and Fireworks: VIP festivities start at 5 p.m. and the free event begins at 8 p.m. on July 4 at Auditorium Shores and the Long Center. The concert begins at 8:30 p.m. followed by “mile-high” fireworks. Thousands expected on Lady Bird Lake during Austin fireworks Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Picnic - Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year at Q2 Stadium in Austin. Doors will open at 1 p.m., and the July 4 concert will start at 2 p.m.GeorgetownGeorgetown Sertoma Club 40th annual 4th of July in San Gabriel Park - Activities begin at 11 a.m. at San Gabriel Park and will include live entertainment starting at noon. The festival also includes arts and crafts vendors, food vendors including a beer and...

SXSW ups musician pay for 2024 festival

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- South by Southwest Conference & Festivals launched its artists showcase application for the 2024 event series last week, and the application features some pay bumps for selected artists.The 2024 showcase application launched June 27. As part of it, SXSW officials said domestic acts are eligible for monetary compensation in place of artist credentials, which offer access to certain SXSW features. Next year, eligible bands that opt for pay will receive $350, while solo artists will earn $150. RELATED: Musicians’ union launches ‘Fair Pay’ campaign against SXSW, says artists paid as low as $100 The slight pay increase comes after the Union of Musicians and Allied Workers (UMAW) launched a fair pay campaign against SXSW back in early February.The 2023 festival provided $100 in monetary compensation for solo and duo performers and $250 for bands, KXAN reported in February.Domestic artists can also opt for a wristband in lieu of the financial compensation, giving the...

Patrick Maroon believes Stanley Cup window is open with Wild

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

If anyone knows what a Stanley Cup contender looks like, it’s Pat Maroon. He has hoisted the NHL’s most coveted hardware once with the St. Louis Blues and twice with the Tampa Bay Lightning in his professional career. Now he’s hoping to do the same with the Wild.In a move that came as somewhat of a shock to the 35-year-old Maroon, known as the “Big Rig” by teammates for years, the Wild acquired his services from the Lightning on Sunday in exchange for a seventh-round pick in the 2024 draft. As surprised as he was after hearing the news, Maroon’s mind immediately shifted to excitement because he believes the Stanley Cup window is open with the Wild.“I think we have a really good hockey club, and I think we can do a lot of good things,” he said. “We’re going to go out there and try to win a Stanley Cup.”The wheels started to turn about a week ago when Wild general manager Guerin initially touched base with Lightning general m...

Police provides updates on fatal Malta crash

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:37:36 GMT

MALTA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office has release the identities of the individuals involved in the fatal crash in Malta on Friday afternoon. Police says the motorcyclist who passed away was identified as Anthony J. Mack, 45, of Saratoga Springs. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The crash occurred around 3:45 p.m. at the intersection of Route 9 and Cherry Coke Road. Mack was taken to the Saratoga Hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The driver of the SUV was treated for minor injuries.Police say investigations into the crash are ongoing. The Sheriff's Collision Reconstruction Unit is working on determining the cause.