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In nursing homes, impoverished live final days on pennies

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — New pants to replace Alex Morisey’s tattered khakis will have to wait. There’s no cash left for sugar-free cookies either. Even at the month’s start, the budget is so bare that Fixodent is a luxury. Now, halfway through it, things are so tight that even a Diet Pepsi is a stretch.“How many years do I have left?” asks 82-year-old Morisey, who lives in a Philadelphia nursing home. “I want to live those as well as I can. But to some degree, you lose your dignity.”Across the U.S., hundreds of thousands of nursing home residents are locked in a wretched bind: Driven into poverty, forced to hand over all income and left to live on an allowance as low as $30 a month.In a long-term care system that subjects some of society’s frailest to daily indignities, Medicaid’s personal needs allowance, as the stipend is called, is among the most ubiquitous, yet least known. Nearly two-thirds of American nursing home residents have their care paid for by Medicaid and, in exchange, al...

Blinken in Ethiopia as country recovers from Tigray conflict

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Ethiopia to meet with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and others about the recovery from a devastating two-year conflict in the country’s Tigray region that killed hundreds of thousands of people.Blinken will address journalists later Wednesday about his visit that Ethiopia’s government said also includes discussions about a dispute with downstream Egypt over Ethiopia’s completion of Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam.Ethiopia’s government is eager to see the return of economic and other assistance from the U.S. and others, but there are concerns about how the government will address the widespread human rights abuses committed by all sides in the conflict. The government has objected to a United Nations commission of inquiry.“There’s a lot to be done,” Blinken told Foreign Minister Demeke Mekonnen. “But the most important thing is to keep the peace that has now taken hold in the north and to strengthen our ties as we move...

3 teens shot in separate shootings on South Side; 1 critical

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

CHICAGO — Three teenagers were shot in separate incidents on the city's South Side, one of them is in critical condition.According to police, a 16-year-old boy was shot and critically wounded around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 9400 block of South Harvard. Police said the teen was inside a residence with another male when a physical altercation ensued and the offender produced a handgun and fired at the 16-year-old. The teen was shot in the chest and was transported to Christ Hospital in critical condition. Police said the offender is in custody, but no weapon was recovered. Area Two detectives are investigating the incident. Free-to-public training academy offers Chicagoans insight into COPA Two other teenagers were injured in another shooting on the South Side. Police said the boys were standing on the sidewalk in the 8000 block of South Vernon around 11:55 p.m. Tuesday, when someone inside a Chevy SUV fired shots.A 17-year-old boy was transported to Comers Children's Hospital in go...

Wednesday Forecast: Temps in low 50s with breezy and warm conditions

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

CHICAGO — Temperatures in the lower 50s Wednesday with increasing clouds. Breezy and warmer conditions. Winds: S 10-15 G25. High: 51. Interactive Radar: Track showers and storm here Cloudy tonight. Winds: S 10-15 G30. Low: 40.Thursday Forecast: Cloudy Thursday with afternoon and evening rain possible. Winds: S 10-15 G30. High: 49.Full forecast details at the WGN Weather Center

What are US troops still doing in Iraq 20 years later?

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Twenty years after the U.S. invaded Iraq — in blinding explosions of shock and awe — American forces remain in the country in what has become a small but consistent presence to ensure an ongoing relationship with a key military and diplomatic partner in the Middle East.The roughly 2,500 U.S. troops are scattered around the country, largely in military installations in Baghdad and in the north. And while it is a far cry from the more than 170,000 U.S. forces in Iraq at the peak of the war in 2007, U.S. officials say the limited — but continued — troop level is critical as a show of commitment to the region and a hedge against Iranian influence and weapons trafficking.A look at America's evolving role in Iraq:HOW DID IT START?The U.S. invaded Iraq in March 2003 in what it called a massive “shock and awe” bombing campaign that lit up the skies, laid waste to large sections of the country and paved the way for American ground troops to converge on Baghdad. The invasion...

Red Lobster offering 'endless lobster' for 1 day only at Times Square location

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

(KTLA) -- Red Lobster is no stranger to unlimited food offerings. The restaurant chain regularly holds events for endless shrimp, and its world-famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits are unlimited to restaurant guests.But a new promotion taking place this month might be the restaurant's most ambitious.Red Lobster announced Tuesday that it would be offering endless lobster for one day only at one location. ‘Family Feud’ contestant accused of murdering estranged wife The endless lobster event will happen on March 28 at the Red Lobster located in Times Square in New York City. Those lucky enough to snag a reservation will get to enjoy unlimited live Maine lobster, entirely free of charge.Each 1.25-pound lobster comes with a side of butter, steamed broccoli and a choice of side.Red Lobster is hosting the first-ever Endless Lobster event for "lob-sessed" guests at its Times Square location on March 28, 2023 (Red Lobster)Reservations open to the public on March 21 for three available dining window...

Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson reunite for Apple TV+ comedy series set in Texas

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson are reuniting for a new Apple TV+ comedy series. The new show is described as a heartfelt odd couple love story revolving around the strange and beautiful bond between Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson. Michael J. Fox treats Parkinson’s with laughter in new Apple TV+ documentary "Matthew and Woody’s friendship is tested when their combined families attempt to live together on Matthew’s ranch in Texas," Apple TV announced in a media release.The series will consist of 10 half-hour episodes. Its creator Daniel West Read is also behind "The Bid Door Prize," "Schitt's Creek" and Broadway's "& Juliet." Skydance Television is behind the series along with executive producers Read, McConaughey and Harrelson. Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s Nike film ‘Air’ set to close SXSW It's not the first time the two Texas actors have worked together. The two starred in "True Detective" and "EDtv." Apple TV+ did not say when the series w...

Willie Nelson headed on the road again with Outlaw Music Festival Tour

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Country music legend Willie Nelson will head on the road again with the Outlaw Music Festival Tour. The new tour is in celebration of Nelson’s 90th birthday year and considered one of his largest-ever Outlaw Tours to date. Some of the artists joining Willie Nelson & Family include Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, The Avett Brothers, John Fogerty, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats and more. Michael J. Fox treats Parkinson’s with laughter in new Apple TV+ documentary The show will not make a stop in Austin or Nelson's Luck Ranch but will make a stop in 16 cities this summer. Tour organizers say additional shows to be announced. Somerset, WI – Somerset Amphitheater - June 23, 2023 - Willie Nelson & Family- Robert Plant & Alison Krauss- Trampled By Turtles- Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway- Particle KidEast Troy, WI – Alpine Valley Music Theatre - June 24, 2023- Willie Nelson & Family- Robert Plant & Alison Krauss ...

5 things to know this Wednesday, March 15

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy humpday! We made it through most of the snow, now it's time to brave the high winds. According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, we can expect the snowfall to wrap up by lunchtime, with high winds and ongoing or new power outages becoming the new main focus on the backside of the nor'easter. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Governor Hochul spoke with NEWS10 to discuss New York's response to the severe snowstorm that came through the Capital Region. Also, three Vermonters were arrested for alleged drug and firearm possession after being pulled over in Castleton. These stories, closings, delays, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Wednesday morning. You can find closings and delays looming from the massive nor'easter on the NEWS10 website right on the front page. 1. Gov. Hochul discusses NY’s storm response with NEWS10New York Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke with NEWS10 ABC about how t...

1 person dead, several hurt in multi-vehicle crash in north St. Louis City

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 19:05:34 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One person is dead and others are hurt after a multi-vehicle crash overnight on I-70 in north St. Louis City. Part of I-70 remains closed hours after the wreck.Investigators are still on the scene at I-70 and Carrie Avenue, where the crash happened on I-70 eastbound. There's debris over a wide area that appears to be the remnants from one of the vehicles involved. Debris can also be seen in the express lanes.I-70 was completely closed in the area. Westbound 70 just reopened a short time ago, and clean up is continuing on the eastbound side. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW Officers got the call just after 1:30 a.m. Authorities have not been able to confirm how many vehicles were involved, but revealed that multiple vehicles we...