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TBS will air 'Best of Chandler' marathon to honor late 'Friends' star Matthew Perry

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

(WJW) — In honor of the death of actor Matthew Perry over the weekend, TBS has announced plans to play Chandler-centric "Friends" episodes back to back. Chandler Bing, who Perry played for all 10 seasons of the show's run from 1994 to 2004, was known as the funny one. The beloved character would deliver lines like, "I say more dumb things before 9 a.m. than most people say all day." ‘We’re all so shocked’: Local radio DJ killed in head-on crash The "Friends" marathon honoring Perry will begin Wednesday, Nov. 1 and run through Sunday, Nov. 5, with varying times and themes, Variety reported.On Wednesday, TBS will air "Best of Chandler" episodes for 12 hours, from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Then, on Thursday, the marathon will cover Chandler and Joey's friendship, with episodes airing for six hours, starting at 5:30 a.m. ET.Friday's episodes will show off the Chandler and Monica's relationship, starting at 9 a.m. ET and running for two hours. The weekend will feature encore episo...

This Illinois mansion dubbed among 'creepiest places' in US

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

ALTON, Ill. - If you're craving a spooky experience this Halloween, look no further than Alton, Illinois. The Metro East city not only carries a rich history as one of America's most haunted towns, but one of its biggest tourist draws also ranks among the "creepiest places" in the United States. McPike Mansion, a three-story brick building situated on one of the highest point's of Alton, takes the title as the "creepiest place" of Illinois, per HGTV's new report via CNN. Built in the late 19th century, McPike Mansion was added to the National Register of Historic Places in the 1980s. It was once the home of Alton mayor Henry Guest McPike. ‘Got a joke?’ Why St. Louis trick-or-treaters might be asked this on Halloween According to tourism bureau Enjoy Illinois, thousands of visitors and paranormal investigators have visited the mansion throughout the years, attesting to its eerie presence and wandering spirits. HGTV offers the following insight on McPike Mansion: "McPike Mansion&nb...

Wally the emotional support alligator attends Philadelphia Flyers game after Phillies snub

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

(WHTM) - On Tuesday night, Wally the emotional support alligator was allowed into the Wells Fargo Center for a Philadelphia Flyers game.Photos of Wally at the Wells Fargo Center appeared across social media as the Flyers hosted the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday night. Local celebrity emotional support alligator goes viral for Phillies denial The Flyers mascot, Gritty, a social media star of his own, posed with Wally and shared pictures on X. Additional photos were shared by his person, Joseph Henney.Wally was supposed to attend a Philadelphia Phillies game and meet the players earlier this year, but an accident caused them to miss the meet and greet. Because Wally is an emotional support gator and not a service animal, he wasn't allowed into the Phillies game.Wally lives in Lebanon County with his person, Joseph, and has become a global celebrity in recent years. He's believed to be the world’s only emotional support alligator, was a finalist in the America’s Favorite Pe...

Amateur DB Cooper investigators reveal find from latest Vancouver search

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – During a new search effort last week, amateur investigators claim they found a flat sheet, which they believe was used by an escaped plane hijacker in 1971.The mystery of D.B. Cooper's true identity and what happened after he dropped out of the rear of a Boeing 727 on Nov. 24, 1971, the night before Thanksgiving, has become a decadeslong source of popular interest.Cooper bought a $20 ticket from Portland, Oregon, to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport under the name “Dan Cooper,” but a mix-up in an early report about the “skyjacking” dubbed him D.B., and the name stuck, according to the Associated Press. Cooper, who wore dark sunglasses and a business suit, gave a note to a flight attendant just after takeoff that read, “Miss, I have a bomb and would like you to sit by me.”His demands included four parachutes and $200,000 cash, which he received after the plane touched down at Sea-Tac to allow the rest of the passengers and a couple of flight attendants to g...

Chicago Sky have a new general manager as they build for 2024

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

CHICAGO — Before November, both major positions for the Chicago Sky have been filled as they start to look ahead to the 2024 season. Now they've found their general manager to shape their team for the future, and it's someone quite familiar with the organization. The @chicagosky have named Jeff Pagliocca their new general manager..He previously served as the team’s director of of skill development and is also the founder of Deerfield’s Evolution Athletics..@WGNNews pic.twitter.com/hXQFU0hbIq— Larry Hawley (@HawleySports) October 31, 2023On Tuesday, the team announced that Jeff Pagliocca has been promoted to the position, taking over for James Wade, who held that position along with head coach until he resigned in July. The Long Grove native spent the last four seasons assisting with player development for the Sky and advising Wade. During the 2023 campaign, he was the team's director of skill development.Pagliocca's hire comes a week after the Sky officially introduced Basketb...

CPD: Belmont Gardens teen missing since Oct. 7

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

CHICAGO -- The Chicago Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen on Saturday, Oct. 7.Solangie Meneses, 15, was last seen at her home on the 4300 block on West Park Avenue in Chicago's Belmont Garden neighborhood on Saturday, Oct. 7. CPD: 14-year-old diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar missing Meneses is described as 5-foot-1, weighing 115 pounds, with red and auburn hair and brown eyes.Anyone with information regarding Solangie Meneses' whereabouts are asked to contact the Chicago Police Department at 312-746-6554.

Utah man says Grubhub driver accidentally gave him cup of urine

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

SARATOGA SPRING, Utah (KTVX) -- A Utah man said he ordered a milkshake through a food delivery app but instead got a cup filled with urine. Caleb Wood, of Saratoga Springs, said he ordered fries and a milkshake from Chick-fil-A through the Grubhub app earlier this week.“When I started eating my meal upon delivery, I put a straw in my cup that was delivered and took a sip,” he said. “I soon discovered that the cup delivered to me from the Grubhub driver was a warm cup of urine.” Taco Bell employee gave haircut in restaurant’s kitchen, ex-worker says Wood captured the delivery on his home security camera. Wood said he called the driver back to his house and confronted him. That confrontation was also caught on video. “Do you realize this is pee,” Wood said to the driver while holding the tall Styrofoam cup in his hand.According to Wood, the driver admitted to confusing two Styrofoam cups in his vehicle. Wood said the driver told him that he works long hours and doesn't take bathroom...

Meth found in seafood boil at New Orleans airport: TSA

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

KENNER, La. (WGNO) — TSA made a "fishy" discovery at the New Orleans airport earlier this month. A pound of methamphetamine was discovered inside a container of seafood boil at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, according to TSA.TSA officers reported finding the meth in a gallon bag wrapped in painters' tape inside a jar of seafood seasoning as someone tried to bring it through security.They said the container appeared to have the factory-sealed paper re-glued to the jar, sharing these photos of the discovery.(Courtesy: Transportation Security Administration)(Courtesy: Transportation Security Administration)(Courtesy: Transportation Security Administration)TSA posted on Instagram, "It’s never a well-seasoned plan to tuck away a pound of meth anywhere, let alone in your zesty cookout powder."Officers don't search for illegal drugs, but if they're found, they must refer the matter to law enforcement, TSA explained. Can you bring marijuana on a plane through a TSA...

Mary Lou Retton makes statement after ICU stay: 'I love you all'

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton has spoken out after spending multiple weeks in an intensive care unit. In an Instagram post on Monday, Retton said she is "beyond blessed" and "overwhelmed with all the love and support as I fight." "I am with family continuing to slowly recover and staying very positive as I know this recovery is a long and slow process," she said. Retton finally went home last week after a multiweek stay in intensive care with a rare form of pneumonia. ‘Friends’ cast reacts to Matthew Perry’s death: ‘We are all so utterly devastated’ Retton's family has been very private with the details of her health and treatment, only giving general updates on her progress and setbacks during her hospital stay. In Monday's post, Retton thanked the public for respecting her privacy and promised that "when the time is right," she will share more about her health so that she can "help others who may face the same battle as me." She ended the state...

'Time for vigilance': FBI warns of terror threats

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 02:33:19 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Tuesday, the FBI director warned Congress of increased terror threats inside the U.S. since the start of the war in the Middle East. He said groups like Al Qaeda are calling directly for attacks against Americans."It is time to be concerned, we're in a dangerous period,” FBI Director Christopher Wray said.He said the war in the Middle East is spurring new terrorist threats inside the U.S."In just the past few weeks multiple foreign terrorist organizations have called for attacks against Americans and the West,” Wray said.He and the Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told senators Tuesday law enforcement is working around the clock to monitor rising threats targeting Jewish, Muslim and Arabic communities."We are engaging extensively with faith-based communities,” Mayorkas said.They said the biggest concern remains lone actors inspired by terrorist groups abroad, many of whom are calling for attacks against Jews.“They need our help," Wr...