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Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

Yellen: No federal bailout for collapsed Silicon Valley BankWILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Sunday that the federal government would not bail out Silicon Valley Bank, but is working to help depositors who are concerned about their money.The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation insures deposits up to $250,000, but many of the companies and wealthy people who used the bank — known for its relationships with technology startups and venture capital — had more than that amount in their account. There are fears that some workers across the country won’t receive their paychecks. No plan had been announced on Sunday afternoon with hours to go until Asian markets opened. There were widespread hopes that Silicon Valley Bank would be acquired, but it was unclear if a buyer would emerge. Federal officials set a deadline of 2 p.m. for potential buyers to submit bids in a government auction for the bank, according to a person who familiar with the matter. The p...

Oscars 2023 carpet: Sofia Carson, Fan Bingbing bring regal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Fan Bingbing made a regal entrance in sparkling silver and emerald green as the champagne-colored carpet heated up Sunday at the 95th Academy Awards.The “X-Men” star wore Tony Ward Couture, with her hair sculpted into an Old Hollywood bob, as some of the men among the early walkers brought the sparkle. We’re looking at you Lorenzo Zurzolo. Others, like Brendan Fraser, went for traditional black tuxedos.While Fan looked like a queen, Sofia Carson was a princess in white custom Giambattista Valli haute couture, a stunning statement diamond and emerald necklace accenting her ball gown with its off-shoulder, form-fitting bodice, a delicate diamond-shaped cutout at the center. Her jewels were by Chopard, including 122.49 carats of emeralds and 92.57 carats of diamonds.Monica Barbaro practiced her carpet walk in a two-tone Elie Saab ballgown of deep plumb and delicate blue chiffon with a long full train.“They were the first couture house to loan to me when nobody kne...

Man charged with battery of an officer after incident over gun in Lincoln Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

CHICAGO — A man from Quincy, Illinois has been charged after an incident where a Chicago police officer was injured after an offender took his gun and tried to shot at him in Lincoln Park Friday night.Thomas Tucker, 29.Thomas Tucker, 29, was charged with five felony counts Sunday, which included aggravated battery of a peace officer, disarming a peace officer, aggravated assault and discharge of a firearm, resisting arrest and obstruction of justice, and reckless discharge of a firearm.Police said Tucker was arrested around 9:03 p.m. in the 2100 block of North Cleveland Street Friday after he was identified as the offender who, minutes earlier, attacked and disarmed a Chicago police officer. Tucker fire the officer's weapon during the struggle, but no one was hit by the bullet and Tucker fled on foot after the officer regained control of his weapon. Previous: CPD officer injured in incident over gun in Lincoln Park Tucker was then taken into custody and charged accordingly. He is ...

March Madness: Texas men earn No. 2 seed in Midwest region, face Colgate in first round

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — After winning the Big 12 Conference tournament title in convincing fashion over the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday, the Longhorns are now headed for Madness.Texas is off to Des Moines, Iowa for the first round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament and will take on 15th-seeded Colgate on March 16 at Wells Fargo Arena. Texas was placed in the Midwest region by the selection committee and it's the 37th time the Longhorns have made it to March Madness.MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the Score sports newsletter at kxan.com/newslettersTexas A&M is seeded No. 7 and Penn State is the No. 10 seed in their bracket. If the Longhorns win both games in Des Moines, they'll advance to the Sweet 16 at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.The No. 1 overall seed is Alabama, and the Crimson Tide was placed in the South region.Texas lost in the second round of the tournament last year to Purdue, and the year befo...

2023 March Madness schedule, how to watch, what channels games are on

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — March is not only a time of much rejoicing for college basketball fans with the NCAA tournament, but also a time to get reacquainted with cable channels they haven't watched since last March.It's March Madness, and it's quickly approaching with the First Four games tipping off March 14-15 at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio. The field of 68 gets narrowed to 64 after the games in Dayton with the official first and second-round games March 16-19 across the country. March Madness: Texas men earn No. 2 seed in Midwest region, face Colgate in first round The Sweet 16 and Elite 8 games are set for March 23 and 25 in Las Vegas, New York, Kansas City and Louisville with the Final Four on April 1 and 3 at NRG Stadium in Houston.In case you forgot, which you probably have, you'll need to know what channels truTV, TBS and TNT are. If you using a streaming service like SlingTV, YouTubeTV, DirecTV Stream, Fubo or Pluto, check your guide and find the channel's logo. You should be able t...

Timberwolves’ season-long rollercoaster continues

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

Friday’s loss to Brooklyn was a perfect encapsulation of Minnesota’s 2022-23 campaign.The Wolves controlled play for the first half, then the defense failed them miserably in the third frame, and the offense followed suit. Minnesota then turned up its defensive intensity over the final five-plus minutes of regulation to give itself a chance. And just when it looked as though it would fall short, Naz Reid hit a triple at the buzzer to send the game to overtime.You might assume Minnesota would ride that wave of momentum to victory, but that was not the case, as Brooklyn simply out-executed the Wolves in the extra session.Up and down, all around — the Timberwolves’ rollercoaster ride continues.Such is life in the NBA. Teams gain and lose leads throughout 48 minutes, just as they go through stretches of good and poor play over the course of an 82-game season.Yet few teams seem to experience the high highs and low lows the Wolves have endured throughout their seas...

Ellendale homicide becomes murder-suicide investigation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Homicide detectives with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department are investigating an apparent murder-suicide that took place early Saturday morning.According to a police spokesperson, officers were called shortly before 6:10 a.m. to investigate a shooting in the 7000 block of Piccadilly Avenue, located in the Ellendale neighborhood.Police found the victim, identified as Trina Gilmore, shot dead on the sidewalk. Gilmore was 44. Top story: St. Louis removes riverfront homeless camp Shortly after 4:20 p.m., St. Louis police responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked in the alley behind the 6900 block of Sutherland Avenue, located in the Lindenwood Park neighborhood.Police found the body of a man inside the vehicle. He'd died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. A gun was found on the man's lap.Investigators claim the man in the vehicle was the person responsible for Gilmore's death.

Major Case Squad called to investigate Belleville homicide

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

BELLEVILLE, Ill. - The Major Case of Squad of Greater St. Louis was activated Sunday to investigate a homicide that occurred in Belleville.According to Master Sgt. Shane Brown, deputy commander of the Major Case Squad, Belleville police were called to a home in the 400 block of South 29th Street just after 1:20 a.m. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Officers found a man inside the residence dead of a gunshot wound. The victim was later identified as Paul Kirby. He was 38.More than two dozen Major Case Squad investigators are working on the case, Brown said.Anyone with information on the investigation is asked to contact the Major Case Squad at 618-355-9793 or call CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS.

St. Louis County police investigate homicide near I-70 and N. Hanley

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – St. Louis County Police Department’s Crimes Against Persons detectives are investigating a homicide just south of Interstate 70 near North Hanley Road.According to Officer Adrian Washington, a police spokesman, the shooting happened around 7:15 p.m. at a residence in the 8800 block of Dragonwyck Drive. Police found the victim, an unidentified man, suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.Anyone with information on the investigation is asked to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210. Tipsters who’d like to remain anonymous or receive a reward can call CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS.

17-year-old in custody after fatal north St. Louis County shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:44 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Homicide detectives are investigating the fatal shooting of a man in north St. Louis County.Officers were called to the 6900 block of Glenvale Court after noon Saturday to investigate a shooting. They found a man inside a home suffering from a gunshot wound.First responders tried to save his life, but the man succumbed to his injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim was later identified as 21-year-old Paul Stittum. Top story: St. Louis removes riverfront homeless camp Police took a 17-year-old into custody in connection with the crime. He knew the victim.This remains an active investigation. Call St. Louis County Police at 636-529-8210 if you have any information. To remain anonymous or potentially receive a reward, please contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-8477.