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Dean's Weekender: 'Birthday Candles,' Bryan Callen and more

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

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Dean's Reviews: 'Dumb Money'

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

Check out Dean's reviews on the new film 'Dumb Money' that hits theaters Friday.Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter. You'll also get his Dean Cooks recipes too!

East Coast under tropical storm warning with landfall forecast in North Carolina

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

MIAMI (AP) — A storm moving closer to the U.S. East Coast will deliver tropical storm conditions to North Carolina on Friday, the National Hurricane Center said.The storm was off the coast of South Carolina and North Carolina early Friday with top sustained winds of 50 mph (85 kph). Cities preparing for flooding, storm surges in Hampton Roads, NC As of Friday morning, the storm was located about 330 miles (530 kilometers) southeast of Charleston, South Carolina, and about 325 miles (525 kilometers) south Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, and moving north around 14 mph (22 kph), the center said.Rainfall of 3 to 5 inches (7.6 to 12.7 centimeters), with localized amounts up to 7 inches (17.7 centimeters), was expected across eastern North Carolina and into southeast Virginia through Saturday, the center said.Though the system had reached tropical storm strength, it was yet to be given a name and the center was still referring to it as Potential Tropical Cyclone Sixteen on Friday mornin...

Meet the director, costume designer keeping one of Austin's oldest Ballet Folklórico groups alive

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A traditional Mexican dance with historic roots is alive and well in Texas’ capital city.  If you ask long-time Austinites, much of the credit is owed to a man named Chuy Chacon.“My first name is Jesus, but everyone knows me as Chuy Chacon," the director and costume designer for Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklórico de Texas in Austin said. Stitch by stitch, one of the most important parts of the traditional Mexican folk dance, starts in a small room behind Chacon’s dance studio.  "Some of the costumes take about 12 yards of fabric," Chacon said. "It has to have a lot of fabric for the movement.”Through his costumes and choreography, Chaon has had a hand in captivating audiences for generations.  “Ballet Folklórico represents the traditions, the music and the costumes for a nation…every country has a folklore," he said. “Here in Texas, we celebrate more [of] the folklore from Mexico because we are very close...a lot of skirts, a lot of ladies trying to flirt ...

Police chase ends in Dupo, Illinois area, officers investigating

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

DUPO, Ill. - Columbia Police apprehended a man on Interstate 255 Friday morning after a long-distance pursuit.Our Bommarito Automotive Group SkyFOX helicopter was flying over the area, located on I-255 northbound in the Dupo area at Route 3, where sparks could be seen as the multiple tires on the vehicle were missing. After the chase ended, a female passenger was taken into custody alongside the male driver. Guns N’ Roses Busch Stadium show canceled Monroe County Police arrived at the scene to help, as the cause of the chase has not yet been revealed.FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Disney On Ice coming to Chaifetz Arena

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS - You don't have to travel to Florida to experience the wonderful world of Disney this weekend. That's because it's coming here to St. Louis.Disney On Ice will be at the Chaifetz Arena. You can see characters from Encanto and Frozen. Plus, everyone's favorite, Mickey Mouse and his friends. Due to popular demand, an additional show has been added. Guns N’ Roses Busch Stadium show canceled There's now a show Monday at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are still available for shows happening this weekend. There's one tonight at 7 and three shows Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.You can order tickets at DisneyOnIce.com.

St. Louis native and blues musician Marquise Knox performing at 'Blues & Brews' event tonight

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis native and blues musician Marquise Knox will be performing for much of the night.As part of his role as music advisor for the Blues, Knox has recorded an original song for the team's pre-game intro video for the 2023–2024 season. Inmate who escaped Mercy South Hospital back in custody The award-winning musician will debut his new anthem during the team's regular-season home opener on Saturday, October 14.

'Blues & Brews' preseason event taking place at Anheuser-Busch brewery tonight

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Blues are holding a first-of-its-kind preseason event Friday night.They'll hold their 'Blues and Brews' outdoor street party at the Anheuser-Busch brewery. Attendees can meet blues players, visit the Clydesdale stables, and enjoy food trucks, beer and games. Guns N’ Roses Busch Stadium show canceled Exclusive Blues and Brews merchandise will also be available. For more information about the event, click here.

2023 Ferguson StreetFest kicking off today

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The 2023 Ferguson StreetFest is kicking off Friday.It's North County's largest annual outdoor music festival. This year's musical lineup includes 'The Remedy,' Alex Rich and Tish Period. There will also be a Ferguson 'Festival of Foods' to highlight local restaurants and food trucks. Guns N’ Roses Busch Stadium show canceled It's all going down at the plaza at 501 Florissant Road. The festival is Friday and Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Greater Hispanic Festival returning to Soulard Park today

Published Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:50:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS - You can enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of Latin culture this weekend. The Greater Hispanic Festival returns to Soulard Park.The event is to highlight the rising Hispanic population in the region. There will be live Latino bands, including a DJ that blends Latin rhythms with hip-hop music. You can also enjoy dishes from all over Mexico and South America made by local vendors. Inmate who escaped Mercy South Hospital back in custody There will also be Latin dancing, Hispanic crafts, and a kid's corner. Some of the funds raised from the festival will be used to fund scholarships for underprivileged children.The festival runs from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. On Sunday, it'll go from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.More information about the Hispanic Festival can be found at STL.com.