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politics2 years ago

President Biden Visits Illinois Auto Plant for Reopening and UAW Vote

President Joe Biden visited Belvidere, Illinois, marking the first visit by a sitting U.S. President to the Stateline area in nearly 40 years. Prior to his speech at the Stellantis plant, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker praised the tentative deal between the UAW and Stellantis, highlighting the transition to electric vehicles and the billions of dollars in investment it brings to Illinois. Pro-Palestinian protestors gathered outside the event, calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas War. President Biden's visit aims to celebrate the labor movement and highlight his support for workers' rights to collectively bargain.

via WREX.com|
#belvidere#politics#president-biden
natural-disasters2 years ago

Deadly Illinois Tornadoes Cause Roof Collapses at Belvidere Venues

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker visited the site of a deadly Belvidere roof collapse that killed one person and injured 48 others during a sold-out concert at the Apollo Theatre on Friday evening. The National Weather Service confirmed 12 tornadoes in Illinois on Friday, including an EF-1 tornado in the Davis Junction-Belvidere area. The theater's marquee and facade crashed onto State Street, littering the area with bricks and debris as first responders scrambled to help the wounded. The intense storm cell hit the Belvidere area around 7:45 p.m., with winds in excess of 50 mph.

via WLS-TV|
#belvidere#illinois#natural-disasters
tragedy2 years ago

Belvidere, Illinois mourns man killed in theater roof collapse during tornado.

Frederick Livingston Jr. was killed when the roof of the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere collapsed during a heavy metal concert due to an EF-1 tornado. His son, Alex, who was standing next to him, was unable to save him. More than 40 concertgoers were injured, some critically. The theater has been condemned, and band members have been moving out their equipment.

via WLS-TV|
#apollo-theatre#belvidere#frederick-livingston-jr
tragedy2 years ago

Tragedy Strikes Belvidere: Tornado and Theater Roof Collapse Leave One Dead.

The family of Fred Livingston, Jr. identified him as the victim of the deadly roof collapse at the Apollo Theater in Belvidere, Illinois, caused by an EF-1 tornado. Livingston leaves behind three sons and a grieving family. In total, 28 people were taken to local hospitals by paramedics and another 48 people sought treatment on their own. Morbid Angel released a statement expressing condolences to the family and friends of the victim.

via MyStateline.com|
#belvidere#morbid-angel#theater-roof-collapse
tragedy2 years ago

Fatal Roof Collapse at Illinois Theater During Morbid Angel Show.

The roof of the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois, collapsed during a storm on Friday night, killing one person and injuring 40 others who were attending a concert headlined by Morbid Angel. Emergency responders and concertgoers worked together to rescue those trapped under the rubble. The fast response prevented a worse tragedy, according to officials. The theater, a historic site and landmark in Belvidere, has been condemned after the storm, and engineers will determine whether it can be salvaged.

via The Washington Post|
#belvidere#concert-venue-collapse#emergency-response
tragedy2 years ago

Tornado Confirmed as Cause of Fatal Belvidere Theater Collapse.

A man died and over 40 people were injured after the roof of the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois collapsed during a sold-out metal concert on Friday evening. An EF-1 tornado with peak winds of 100 MPH and a max width of 900 yards was confirmed to have formed in the area. The man who died has been identified as Frederick Forest Livingston, Jr. More than 260 people were inside the theater when the collapse happened.

via WLS-TV|
#apollo-theatre#belvidere#metal-concert
natural-disaster2 years ago

Fatal Roof Collapse at Illinois Theatre During Tornado

An EF-1 tornado struck Belvidere, Illinois, causing the roof of the historic Apollo Theatre to collapse, resulting in one fatality and 24 people remaining hospitalized, some in critical condition. A total of 48 people were treated for injuries. The tornado touched down near Davis Junction, striking locations in Ogle, Winnebago, and Boone Counties. The crowd at the theatre helped remove debris, freeing those trapped under the collapsed roof of the historic building. The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning for all of Boone County at 7:23 p.m., and officials say sirens were activated in Belvidere one minute later.

via WREX.com|
#apollo-theatre#belvidere#fatalities
tragedy2 years ago

Fatal Roof Collapse at Illinois Theater During Storm

One person died and dozens were injured when a sudden storm caused the roof to collapse on a venue hosting a heavy metal show headlined by Morbid Angel in Belvidere, Illinois. The band canceled their scheduled show in Joliet, Illinois on Saturday night in the wake of the tragedy. The incident occurred roughly 30 minutes into the 7 p.m. concert at Belvidere’s historic, century-old Apollo Theatre. The storm hit the Apollo Theatre just as Brazilian death metal band Crypta finished their set. In addition to the one death, five more people were rushed to nearby hospitals with severe injuries, while 18 more had moderate injuries.

via Rolling Stone|
#belvidere#illinois#morbid-angel
natural-disaster2 years ago

Fatal Roof Collapse at Belvidere Theater During Concert Leaves Dozens Injured.

A tornado knocked down the roof of the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois, during a Morbid Angel metal concert, killing one person and injuring 48 others. The tornado was part of a dangerous weather system that spawned dozens of tornadoes across the Midwest and the South, killing at least 21 people nationwide. The National Weather Service confirmed the damage was caused by an EF-1 tornado with winds as high as 100 mph. Construction crews spent Saturday morning clearing the damage and debris caused by the storm, which was mostly concentrated around the Apollo.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#apollo-theatre#belvidere#midwest
accidents2 years ago

Fatal Roof Collapse at Illinois Theater During Severe Storm

One person died and 28 were injured when the roof of the Apollo Theater in Belvidere collapsed during a severe storm. About 260 people were attending a concert at the time. The storms produced heavy rain, hail, and strong winds, with possible tornadoes reported in some parts of the state. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is closely monitoring the situation and directing available resources.

via Rockford Register Star|
#accidents#apollo-theater#belvidere
tragedy2 years ago

Roof Collapse at Belvidere Theatre Leaves 1 Dead and Dozens Injured During Storm.

One person was killed and 28 others were injured when the roof of Belvidere's Apollo Theatre collapsed during a concert due to severe storms. A tornado warning had been issued for the area before the collapse occurred. Both the theatre and a building across the street sustained severe wind damage. The rescue effort involved numerous police, fire, and emergency medical services agencies, as well as bystanders who immediately stepped in to help the wounded.

via NBC Chicago|
#apollo-theatre#belvidere#rescue-effort
tragedy2 years ago

Roof Collapses at Belvidere's Apollo Theater, Leaving 1 Dead and Multiple Injured.

One person has died and 28 others were injured after a roof collapsed during a metal concert at The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois. Emergency crews responded to the scene and tried to secure the area, escorting people away from the building. The cause of the collapse is still under investigation, but the city was under a tornado warning until 8:30 p.m. that night. The bands Morbid Angel, Revocation, and Skeletal Remains were set to play the venue that night, but the show was canceled due to the tornado.

via Chicago Tribune|
#belvidere#injuries#metal-concert
tragedy2 years ago

Tragedy at Belvidere's Apollo Theatre: Roof Collapse Kills One, Injures 28.

One person died and 28 others were injured after the roof of the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois collapsed during a sold-out metal concert. Severe storms with winds in excess of 50 mph were reported in the area at the time, and it's possible a tornado may have touched down. The theater's marquee and facade crashed onto State Street, littering the area with bricks and debris. First responders were on the scene within two minutes, and a second, more thorough search is being conducted to stabilize the building.

via WLS-TV|
#apollo-theatre#belvidere#metal-concert
local-news2 years ago

Apollo Theatre in Belvidere suffers roof collapse.

A structure collapse occurred during a concert at the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois, as severe storms with 90 mph winds blew through. The collapse happened about 30 minutes into the concert, and the injuries are believed to be serious. The number of people injured was not immediately known, and there was a request for 20 ambulances. The Apollo Theatre opened in 1921 as a stage play, movie, and vaudeville venue.

via CBS News|
#apollo-theatre#belvidere#injuries
breaking-news2 years ago

Tragedy at Apollo Theatre: 1 Dead, 28 Injured in Roof Collapse

One person died and at least 28 were hospitalized after the roof and awning collapsed at the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere, Illinois, during a concert. The collapse occurred minutes after a tornado warning was issued in the area. Emergency agencies and law enforcement from around the area were called in to help with the incident. The cause of the collapse is still unknown.

via WIFR|
#apollo-theatre#belvidere#breaking-news