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U.S. weather movement slows due to “blocking pattern” aloft; rain-free high pressure locked in for Memorial Day weekend in Chicago with incoming high/mid-level clouds—temperatures cycling higher

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

Mid-continent atmospheric blocking pattern is to stall major weather systems in place over the coming week setting the stage for a Memorial Day weekend of warming temps and rain-free weather in Chicago within a building dome of warm air. Day-to-day temp increases are in store here with highs flirting with 90-degrees Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday next weekThe most important rule of thumb as ATMOSPHERIC BLOCKING PATTERNS come together is what’s happening across the central United States: the weather system in control as the blocking pattern gets underway is likely to stick around. Blocking patterns by their very nature slow the movement of weather systems.In the case of Chicago and the Midwest, we find ourselves smack dab in the middle of a sprawling Canadian high pressure. We had Friday afternoon relative humidities as low as 22%, about as dry as it gets this time of year. The dry in the heart of this high pressure is to down ANY PROSPECT OF RAIN for the foreseeable future, and tha...

Saints’ Tony Wolters will play wherever he’s needed

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

One of baseball’s oldest axioms — and one often tinged with humor — asserts that when a player is playing out of his usual position, the ball will find him.So when Saints catcher Tony Wolters took the field at second base on Thursday night, he knew what was coming. Saints manager Toby Gardenhire knew what was coming. And it happened with the first batter.Saints starter Aaron Sanchez got Omaha’s leadoff man to hit a soft, looping fly ball to the right of second. With the setting sun directly in his eyes, Wolters started back, took a couple steps in and made a lunging grab before the ball hit the ground.“I found it at the last second,” Wolters said.Meanwhile, in the dugout, Gardenhire and infield coach Tyler Smarslok were “dying laughing.”“I told Smars right before the pitch: ‘Watch, they’re going to hit a missile right to Tony and he’s going to screw it up,’ ” Gardenhire said. “But then the guy blooped it, which was almost worse.”The odyssey was only beginning. With two outs in the s...

Twins’ offense held mostly quiet in loss to Blue Jays

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

Louie Varland did his job, limiting the potent Blue Jays offense to just three runs across his six innings of work. The bullpen — in this case Emilio Pagán and José De León — did its job, as well, throwing three scoreless innings after Varland’s departure to keep the team within striking distance.So, too, did the defense, cutting down a couple of runners trying to score.The offense?Well, it was another quiet day at the plate for the Twins, who, despite drawing nine walks, were unable to push runs across the plate. The Twins fell 3-1 to the Blue Jays on Friday night in the series opener at Target Field, finishing the day with just five hits.“It was kind of an odd game because we didn’t swing the bats that well, but we had some good at-bats,” manager Rocco Baldelli said. “We got late in some counts, laid off some pitches in the latter half of these at-bats. Had some guys on base. We’ve got to bring those guys around. We didn’t do that. But there was constant action.”Kyle Garlick drove...

St. Peter's Dental to close, permanently

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) A decades old dental office in Albany is shutting its doors, for good. NEWS10 speaking to the community about the loss and what it means going forward. Parents react to Dennis Drue’s early release St. Peter’s Health Partners is closing their dental practice on Madison Avenue after 50 years of caring for people in the Capital Region, citing continued annual financial losses.“All I wanna know, is why?” said Miss Emma.Miss Emma, a dental patient with St. Peter’s, says she was turned away back in April when she came in for her procedure. Today, she organized a rally in front of the practice.“I was supposed to get this done, today. But you can’t, because we’re closing down. You’re closing down? One of the staff members who I was close with told me. I said, what you mean for good?” said Miss Emma. Bigger, Better Bottle Bill could help returnables market stay afloat A sign on the door says; "Effective June 30th St. Peter's Hospital Dental Care will permanently clo...

No graduation: 8th graders turn away from ceremony; parents furious

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo - St. Louis County parents are fuming after their kids were turned away from their eighth-grade graduation ceremony. The event was at Westview Middle School in the Riverview Gardens School District.Parents said they brought their dressed-up kids to the promotion ceremony to commemorate them graduating eighth grade and going on to high school.However, they said when they got to the door they were told they couldn’t come in, while other students were allowed to pass.One of the parents, Minyatta Simmons said she didn’t like that at all. $400,000 in watches stolen in St. Louis jewelry heist "This is a moment that they have to remember. You have four graduations: kindergarten, eighth grade, high school, and college," she said. "Why rob them of that privilege.”Another mother Lateasha Grant was also as angry that her daughter was not being allowed into the event on Wednesday.”Honestly, my baby missing out on this experience and the tears coming out of her eyes, the e...

Judge to keep Chesterfield teen in D.C. jail for now

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Chesterfield teen who federal agents said rammed barriers near the White House will spend the weekend in jail.Sai Varshith Kandula, 19, has been given a federal public defender. A judge decided to keep Kandula behind bars until at least Tuesday, when another detention hearing has been scheduled.A prosecutor argued Kandula may be a flight risk because he is not a permanent United States resident.He's been charged with depredation of government property, which carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. He was originally charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and threatening to kill, kidnap, or inflict harm on a president, vice president, or family member, among other charges. $400,000 in watches stolen in St. Louis jewelry heist Kandula graduated from Marquette High School in January 2022 and has no adult criminal record in Missouri.The Secret Service said he purchased a one-way ticket from St. Louis to D.C., rented a U-Haul, and headed ...

Two students go national after Fox Theatre St. Louis High School Musical Awards

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Friday was the sixth annual St. Louis High School Musical Theatre Awards. With 34 schools, over 2,500 students, and a packed theater, two winners are now packing up to compete nationally in New York.The center stage is where groups of high schoolers from St. Louis and surrounding areas gather to showcase their talents. For Noelle Sonderegger, the news of her nomination as an outstanding lead actress is a goal she shared with many other students who have been practicing for months."To be on the stage where I’ve seen Wicked and Les Mis, and I mean so many incredible actors and actresses… the fact that I can be up there is insane," said Gage Williams, a senior at O'Fallon High School. Students were overjoyed to see the stage from a different perspective. The theater was filled with sounds and sites, from classics to cartoon-based acts showcased. Also, FOX 2's Chelsea Haynes was there to host the award ceremony. Why Gov. Mike Parson picked Gabe Gore as the next St. Louis C...

Aquaport reopens following repairs from 2022 flash flooding  

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. - Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of outdoor pool season in the St. Louis area. The reopening of the Aquaport was an especially welcome sight for visitors on Friday. The outdoor waterpark in Maryland Heights shut down last year following damage from historic flash flooding.“We are finally seeing all of our hard work pay off,” said Kate Fischer, Maryland Heights aquatics supervisor.She said repairs have been made, and the water park is ready for visitors.Maryland Heights residents and season pass holders were welcome to attend a soft opening on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Why Gov. Mike Parson picked Gabe Gore as the next St. Louis Circuit Attorney James Hyatt, a recent elementary school graduate, stood in line and said, “I’m very excited because I get to be back and swim in the pool.”A relatively new feature of the pool is the Flow Rider. The surfing simulator made its debut in 2021.“You’ll be able to come and catch a wave, whether it’s standing up...

Adding home theaters create cozy spaces for streaming, gaming

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

Home theaters have become a must-have for luxury homes thanks to the pandemic, the rise of streaming services, and the continuing popularity of online gaming.Adding a home theater or media room fits an ongoing trend to make homes more comfortable and functional.A recent survey by the Research Institute for Cooking and Kitchen Intelligence shows that 64% of homeowners want to spend more time at home now than before the pandemic.“People are nervous about sitting in a crowd with strangers,” says Jill Schafer with Kentwood Real Estate. “When you can stream everything now, it’s changed entertainment viewing habits. You don’t have to go out anymore.”In addition to home theater equipment, homeowners spend to add wine and beer storage and home coffee brewing stations.Market research company Technavio predicts consumers worldwide will spend $7.4 billion on home theater equipment between 2022 and 2027.HomeAdvisor, a service that helps homeowners connect wit...

Rockies fall to Mets in series opener at Coors Field

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:52:09 GMT

The large congregation of New York Mets fans that sat around the visitor’s dugout seemed to be the only ones with something to cheer about at Coors Field on Friday night.Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor totaled four RBIs on two hits. Starting pitcher Max Scherzer recorded eight strikeouts in seven innings. Meanwhile, the Rockies–winners of three of their last four games–couldn’t do much to weather the storm, falling to the National League team from the Big Apple, 5-2.Even after Scherzer’s strong performance, the Rockies found themselves in a position to tie the game. With runners on the corner and two outs in the ninth, infielder Mike Moustakas struck out to end the game.Runs came sparingly for the Mets, scoring two in the first inning, then two more in the fifth and one in the ninth. When Rockies starter Connor Seabold kept New York off the scoreboard for three straight innings, Colorado failed to take advantage.Colorado was held scoreless for four straight i...