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During a violent Labor Day weekend in Chicago with nearly 60 shot and at least nine killed, Governor J.B. Pritzker dismisses calls for federal assistance, claiming the city is succeeding in crime prevention and accusing the Trump administration of manufacturing a crisis.
Chicago experienced its most violent holiday weekend of the summer with 9 killed and 52 wounded, amid political tensions over potential deployment of the National Guard to curb crime, despite overall declining crime rates in the city.
During Labor Day weekend in Chicago, at least 7 people were killed and 48 injured in various shootings across the city, with victims ranging from 14 to 50 years old, highlighting a significant surge in gun violence during the holiday period.
Unseasonably cool weather continues through Labor Day weekend with temperatures in the 40s and 70s, a dry spell, and a chance of rain arriving Thursday, followed by even cooler air next week, with a potential for more rain and a brief warm-up mid-month.
This weekend offers a variety of new shows and movies across streaming platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and Apple TV, including thrillers, mysteries, historical dramas, and Korean pop music shows, providing plenty of options for entertainment during the Labor Day holiday.
'Weapons' leads the Labor Day weekend box office with an estimated $12-13 million, bringing its total to $135 million and nearing the domestic gross of the original 'The Conjuring.' The summer box office is expected to close around $3.6 billion, similar to last year, with 'Jaws' and other new releases also performing. Overall, the summer has been stable, with some movies like 'Freakier Friday' and 'The Roses' also contributing to the weekend's box office.
Newark Liberty International Airport experienced significant delays due to communication issues and equipment problems with the FAA, causing a ground stop and ongoing delays of over two hours for many flights, just before Labor Day weekend, following previous spring disruptions.
The ACC announced the Week 1 schedule for the 2024 football season, featuring all 17 ACC programs playing over Labor Day weekend, with Boston College at Florida State as the highlight on Monday night. The schedule includes a Week 0 season opener in Ireland and a full slate of games from August 29 to September 2. The ACC's new schedule model for the 2024-2030 seasons will feature 17 schools with no divisions and an increased number of annual conference matchups, culminating in the ACC Football Championship Game in Charlotte, North Carolina.
As Labor Day weekend comes to a close, people flocked to Ludington in Michigan to enjoy the last days of summer. Visitors enjoyed fishing, swimming, and soaking up the sun at the beaches and state park. House of Flavors, a local ice cream shop, was a popular spot for treats. Ludington's beautiful scenery and attractions made it a memorable destination for vacationers.
Fire crews in Kern County, California, rescued a person who had been trapped in a pickup truck at the bottom of a 100-foot ravine for five days. The individual, whose identity remains unknown, was found injured and immobilized since August 29th. They were airlifted to a nearby hospital, and the extent of their injuries has not been disclosed. No other injuries were reported during the rescue, which took place over the Labor Day weekend.
Ocean City beach in Maryland experienced nearly 400 rescues over the Labor Day weekend due to a shortage of lifeguards, highlighting the importance of adequate staffing for beach safety.
The United States is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations as it enters the Labor Day weekend. Hospitalizations have increased by 18.8% in the past week and 86.9% over the past month. New COVID hospital admissions have risen for seven consecutive weeks and are expected to continue increasing. Los Angeles County has seen a doubling of cases in the last month, particularly in nursing homes. Retailers and pharmacies are facing increased demand for COVID testing, leading to temporary shortages. Three new COVID variants are contributing to the spread. Some hospital systems and medical facilities have reinstated mask mandates. The CDC expects a new COVID booster to be available by the end of September.
A 13-year-old boy named Kevin Lopez drowned at Jordan Lake in North Carolina, becoming the ninth person to drown in the lake this year. Authorities emphasize the importance of water safety, especially during busy holiday weekends, and encourage the use of life jackets. The incident serves as a reminder that drowning can happen quickly and silently, and it is crucial to have a designated adult responsible for watching children near water.
Four people were shot and killed in Kansas City over the violent Labor Day weekend. The shootings occurred at various locations, including a park and a street intersection. Police are seeking information from witnesses as all cases remain unsolved. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the KC Crime Stopper hotline anonymously.
At least 32 people were shot, with 3 fatalities, in a series of shootings over the Labor Day Weekend in Chicago. The incidents included a critically injured teen boy, a 6-year-old boy shot inside a home, three men shot in the South Austin neighborhood, a man killed in a shooting following a car crash, another man shot to death in Englewood, and a woman found dead in a possible homicide. No arrests have been made, and police are investigating the incidents.