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2 Illinois teens die in sledding accident in Colorado after landing on ice

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

SUMMIT COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) -- Two teenagers on a spring break vacation died Sunday after a sledding accident at a Colorado ski resort, authorities said.The Summit County Sheriff’s Office said they responded around 8:35 p.m. for a reported sledding accident at Copper Mountain Ski Resort involving 17- and 18-year-old males from Illinois.They reportedly rode tandem down a half pipe and launched off a large snowbank at the bottom of the half pipe. The sheriff's office said they came down hard on the ice below, which caused blunt-force trauma. ‘He left the world doing what he loved’: Avalanche victim remembered as lover of all things adventure The teens immediately received medical attention but could not be revived and were pronounced dead.“Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and friends of the individuals involved in this tragic incident," Summit County Sheriff Jaime FitzSimons said.The Summit County Sheriff's Office said they would like to remind everyone to always ...

Sean Lewis tries to live up to viewers expectations

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

Filling in for Larry Potash comes with a lot of expectations. WGN Reporter & Anchor Sean Lewis admits its not easy trying to win over viewers.For more great WGN at 75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories

Ricky Martin overhears Ana’s fangirl freak-out

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

The only thing more exhilarating than meeting your favorite celebrity is the embarrassment when they hear you gushing about them afterwards. WGN Morning News reporter Ana Belaval couldn’t contain her excitement when she met Ricky Martin, unaware he was still on the line.For more great WGN at 75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories

Mike Toomey remembers an early appearance as Batman

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

Mike Toomey first came on WGN Morning News as Batman. In one of those early appearances, Larry said something that made him break. For more great WGN at 75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories

That time Robin knocked herself out on the way to the Traffic Cave

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

WGN Morning News anchor Robin Baumgarten remembers the time a sprint onto the set left her unconscious.For more great WGN at 75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories

Mike Janssen’s life comes full circle

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

Growing up on a farm, the WGN weather forecast was an important part of Mike Janssen’s routine. Now as a WGN Weatherman, Mike says it's a full circle moment, as his family now relies on his weather reports.For more great WGN at 75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories

Marcus Leshock’s ‘I made it’ moment

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

Marcus Leshock grew up watching the WGN Morning News and dreamed of one day working in news. Little did he know, he would... at the very place that inspired him.For more great WGN at 75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories

Dan Ponce on what makes WGN Morning News unique

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

There’s a reason viewers choose WGN. Morning News anchor Dan Ponce reflects on the spontaneity, inside jokes, and authenticity that makes WGN Chicago’s very own.For more great WGN at 75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories

'Star Wars' actor Paul Grant dead at 56: reports

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Actor Paul Grant has died after collapsing outside a London train station, his family confirmed to British news outlets Monday. He was 56 years old. Grant's acting credits include parts in two of the biggest series in movie history, "Star Wars" and "Harry Potter." He played an Ewok in "Return of the Jedi" and a goblin in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." Grant was found by emergency crews Thursday afternoon and taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced brain dead, according to Sky News. He was officially pronounced dead early Monday morning.He collapsed at King's Cross Station – a transit hub made famous internationally by the "Harry Potter" books and movies. Lance Reddick, ‘The Wire’ and ‘John Wick’ star, dies at 60 The Daily Mail reports he leaves behind three children. Grant's daughter, Sophie Jayne Grant, told The Sun, "My dad was a legend in so many ways. ... He always brought a smile and laughter to everyone’s face." According to his IMDb pa...

When Lauren hopped into Paul's van

Published Sat, 01 Mar 2025 11:17:15 GMT

WGN Morning News anchor Lauren Jiggetts remembers the day she got into Paul Konrad's van for his ‘Konrad in a Van’ segment. "How am I getting paid for this?" she thought. Only at WGN.For more great WGN at 75 stories, check out WGNtv.com/stories Sean Lewis tries to live up to viewers expectations