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Numbers drawn for $1.73 billion Powerball jackpot, the second-largest lottery prize ever

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — The numbers were drawn Wednesday night for an estimated $1.73 billion Powerball jackpot that ranks as the world’s second-largest lottery prize.The winning numbers announced were: 22, 24, 40, 52, 64 and the Powerball 10.The largest lottery jackpot ever was a $2.04 billion Powerball won by a player in California last November. The latest Powerball jackpot has grown so large because it has rolled over for 35 consecutive drawings, since the last time someone won on July 19. That streak trails the Powerball record of 41 draws set in 2021 and 2022.Powerball’s terrible odds of 1 in 292.2 million are designed to generate big jackpots, with prizes becoming ever larger as they repeatedly roll over when no one wins. And wins in recent months have been few and far between.That didn’t bother those eager to plunk down their money for a long-shot chance at instant wealth.Robert Salvato Jr., a 60-year-old electrician, bought 40 Powerball tickets at a hardware store in Billerica, Ma...

José Abreu homers again to power the Astros past the Twins 3-2 and into their 7th straight ALCS

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — José Abreu homered for the third time in two games, a two-run rocket in the fourth inning that launched the Houston Astros to their seventh straight AL Championship Series appearance with a 3-2 win that eliminated the Minnesota Twins in Game 4 of their Division Series on Wednesday night.José Urquidy gave the playoff-tested Astros another solid postseason start, withstanding home runs by Royce Lewis in the first and Edouard Julien in the sixth to hand the ball to the bullpen.Hector Neris and Bryan Abreu combined for five strikeouts over 2 1/3 hitless innings. Ryan Pressly, who pitched five-plus years for the Twins before a trade to Houston in 2018, struck out the side in the ninth. He froze Max Kepler with a full-count fastball to end it, leaving former Astros star Carlos Correa on deck. “Oh yeah, we knew, and I was trying not to have nightmares, because I remember when Carlos was with us he hit that ball up in the right-center field seats up there,” Houston manage...

'You Are Enough:' One student's mission to help relieve the stress of high school

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

DEERFIELD, Ill. — The shuffle between bells at Deerfield High School (DHS) started leading some students to what may look like just another classroom a few weeks ago, but on the other side of the door, is now something far from it."It was [in] the midst of the pandemic and I saw myself starting to struggle with anxiety," said Adison Schwartz, a student at DHS. "A lot of my friends were struggling."Two-and-a-half years ago during her freshman year, Schwartz founded the nonprofit organization "You Are Enough."Since then, Schwartz and her club have raised $25,000 to outfit a room at DHS that now provides quiet games, art, aromatherapy and even a comfort dog once a week to help students take their minds off the pressures of high school."You can’t not love this face," said Jessica Carbon, a student at DHS, about the comfort dog when it makes their weekly visit. "That has to cheer you up."The face you can't not love, according to Deerfield student Jessica Carbon."I think that fixating on ...

City leaders hold peaceful meeting over migrant crisis in West Loop

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

CHICAGO — Dozens of west loop residents living in the 27th ward came out for a meeting hosted by the city Wednesday night to talk about the future of migrant shelters in the area."We live in a incredibly blooming, prosperous part of the city," said a resident at the meeting. "The least we can do is be generous with our space."As they've done in several neighborhoods now, city reps shared details on locations set aside as shelters to house the growing number of asylum seekers reaching Chicago."Our goal is to welcome individuals who are seeking asylum, which is protected by international law," said Cristina Pacione-Zayas, Deputy Chief of Staff for the City of Chicago.One of the newest migrant shelters is located in the 900 block of West Lake Street, where people started moving in on Tuesday, and more new arrivals are set to take shelter at a building located at 30 North Racine Avenue. More from Jewell: Former NFL player Sergio Brown arrested in San Diego on murder warrant of mother ...

Peculiar 'pet' spotting in Jefferson County raises concern

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. - A peculiar pet roaming around Jefferson County has caused growing concern among Missouri officials and residents. It was the spotting of a four-point buck in Jefferson County that prompted recent concerns. The peculiar paint spelling out "pet" and the collar around his neck were not usual. But for those who live in the Madison Oaks neighborhood in Festus, this was nothing new."We were sitting up there eating, and here he is walking up in the backyard, and I look at [my wife] going, 'What’s going on? He’s not scared?,'" said Craig Brooks. Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked Brooks has lived in the neighborhood for years, but within the last year, he and his neighbors have noticed the domesticated deer making its rounds around houses in the subdivision."By the burn pile, he’s from me to you," he told FOX 2's interview team. "I didn’t feel comfortable with him being that close." Brooks went on to explain that disc...

St. Louis stores buzzing as Powerball fever takes over

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Convenience stores around the St. Louis area said they were busy all day long Wednesday, selling thousands of Powerball tickets ahead of the big drawing. It's a big payout and players hoped the odds were in their favor to turn a $2 ticket into $1.7 billion. "I did the quick pick. Just hoping that it generates the right one," said Darius Martin."I've got a Powerball ticket. This is my first time ever purchasing one, and I'm trying to win," said Lauren Farrington. Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked The big jackpot comes with hefty taxes. In Missouri, the lump-sum payout is around $544 million or the 29-yearly payout estimates to around $1.2 billion, but that didn't stop players from buying tickets."I don't even care. They can take all the tax out of it that they want, and I'll still be good," said Farrington."Hey, a million, two million, whatever. Fifty thousand, just a nice winning ticket would be nice," said Austin Wheeler...

Dodgers bounced from NLDS with loss to Diamondbacks

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

The brooms were out in Phoenix Wednesday evening as the Los Angeles Dodgers were eliminated from World Series contention by the Arizona Diamondbacks by a score of 4 to 2 in Game 3 of the NLDS.For the third time in as many games, the Arizona Diamondbacks shellacked a Dodgers starting pitcher.Lance Lynn got the start in Game 3 after both Clayton Kershaw and Bobby Miller were walloped by the D-Backs in their starts.Lynn made it further than both of his teammates, but gave up four homeruns in six at-bats in the third inning before being pulled by manager Dave Roberts.The four homeruns in a single inning by a single team was the most in MLB postseason history.

Unidentified man found with traumatic brain injury, carrying Japanese currency in San Pedro

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

Public health officials in Los Angeles County are asking for help identifying a patient who was badly injured in San Pedro earlier this week.The patient, an Asian male in his mid-20s, was found in the 3700 block of South Meyler Street, a residential area near Wilders Addition Park, on Monday after sustaining a traumatic brain injury, according to L.A. County Health Services.The cause of his injury was not released.He was found with a black backpack, a wallet containing Japanese currency, and several travel-size personal hygiene items, officials said. He does not have any visible tattoos or other distinguishable marks.Authorities say the man is 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs approximately 158 pounds.He was listed in grave condition at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center where he was intubated and sedated as of Wednesday.Anyone with information that may help to identify him is asked to contact the hospital at (424) 306-5305.

Redwood City: Case of mistaken identity ends in assault, four arrests

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

REDWOOD CITY – Three men and a 17-year-old boy were arrested last week in connection with a brawl outside an In-N-Out Burger in Redwood City, police said.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | 5-time convicted bank robber sentenced to 11 years in prison Crime and Public Safety | San Mateo construction worker allegedly stabs co-worker during argument Crime and Public Safety | Man shot and robbed Monday night in South San Francisco Crime and Public Safety | 12-year-old boy arrested in connection with San Mateo park stabbing Crime and Public Safety | Suspects pistol-whip, rob victim of jewelry in Redwood City Multiple assaults happened around 9 p.m. on Oct. 6 in and around the parking lot of the eatery, located at 949 Veterans Blvd., the Redwood City Police Department said in a statement.Police said a pair of Redwood City men – ages 47 and 41 – confronted a group of young adults and juveniles they believ...

Single-family residence sells in Los Gatos for $6 million

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:31:46 GMT

291 Mountain Laurel Lane – Google Street ViewA 4,612-square-foot house built in 2006 has changed hands. The spacious property located in the 200 block of Mountain Laurel Lane in Los Gatos was sold on Sept. 27, 2023. The $5,950,000 purchase price works out to $1,290 per square foot. This single-story home offers a spacious layout with six bedrooms and six baths. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the home includes a three-car garage, offering generous space for vehicles and storage requirements. The property’s backyard also includes both a spa and a pool.Additional houses have recently changed hands nearby:On Clover crk., San Jose, in April 2023, a 2,484-square-foot home was sold for $2,540,000, a price per square foot of $1,023. The home has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.In September 2023, a 2,484-square-foot home on Clover crk. in San Jose sold for $2,660,000, a price per square foot of $1,071. The home has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.A...