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Powerball jackpot reaches $810 million to start 2024: What to know ahead of next drawing

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — A Powerball player (or players) could begin 2024 on a high note: the current jackpot has ballooned to an estimated $810 million ahead of the next drawing. The current jackpot has been building since October when a $1.765 billion prize was won by a ticket sold in California. It had a chance to be the largest-ever Powerball jackpot won on Christmas Day, but no ticket matched the winning numbers drawn that day. Now, the jackpot is on pace to be the first and largest lottery jackpot of 2024 (the Mega Millions jackpot is currently only $114 million). Not sure how to play Powerball? Here’s what you need to know As of Monday, Powerball officials estimate the jackpot to be $810 million, with a cash value of $408.9 million. At this size, the jackpot ranks as the fifth-largest in game history, coming in behind the $1.08 billion jackpot won in California in July of last year. Here are the 10 largest Powerball jackpots:$2.04 billion: Nov. 7, 2022; California$1.765 billion: Oct. 1...

Actor Ian Ziering reportedly attacked by mini-bikers in Hollywood

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

(KTLA) — Actor Ian Ziering, best known for his role in “Beverly Hills 90210,” appears to have been caught on camera in a fight with a group of people riding motorized mini bikes in Hollywood on New Year's Eve, according to a report from TMZ. Officers responded to the area of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue at around 3 p.m. Sunday on reports of a fight that broke out after the group of bikers were driving recklessly in the area, the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed to Nexstar's KTLA. It is unclear what exactly prompted the brawl between Ziering and the bikers, but video posted by the tabloid outlet appears to show the actor pushing one of the mini-bike riders, who was right in front of what seems to be his SUV just before an all-out fight broke out. Celebrities who had the worst year in 2023 The 59-year-old “Sharknado” star is then immediately ganged up on by several of the other bikers. In an attempt to get away, Ziering makes a dash across busy Hollywood Boul...

Indiana gubernatorial candidates speak on respective campaigns as election year begins

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS -- In 2024, the state of Indiana will have a new governor, with Eric Holcomb, the current Republican governor of Indiana, not being able to seek reelection in 2024 because of term limits.Throughout 2023, and even into 2022, a number of people have thrown their hat into the ring, announcing that they plan to run for the position. Many of the candidates have spent portions of the last year speaking with Hoosiers, seeing what they want out of a governor. FOX59/CBS4 spoke with each of the candidates who have announced their intentions to run for governor so far. Take a look at what they had to say as their campaigns move into 2024. Republican PartyMike Braun U.S. Senator Mike Braun, R-Ind. announced in December 2022 his intention to run for Indiana's governor in 2024. According to previous reports, Braun filed paperwork with the Indiana Election Division in late November 2022 to begin his campaign. According to his website, Braun said he believes that he would be more fit t...

1 dead in overnight auto-pedestrian crash on I-35 in north Austin

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — One person is dead after a vehicle-pedestrian crash in north Austin early New Year's Day, according to Austin-Travis County EMS. The crash happened near 6500 N. Interstate 35 southbound, which is close to Huntland Drive. An adult died at the scene, according to ATCEMS. No more information about the crash was available.

Round Rock police look for aggravated robbery suspect

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — Round Rock police are asking for help identifying an armed robbery suspect, the department said Sunday. The robbery happened Saturday at Mi Pueblito at 900 E. Palm Valley Blvd. in Round Rock. RRPD said officers responded at 7:45 p.m. and were told a Spanish-speaking man entered the business with a firearm and demanded money. (Round Rock Police Department)The suspect left with an unknown amount of money in a black backpack with red stripes, RRPD said. Police said people with information can contact Detective Bernie Villegas at 512-844-9568 or [email protected].

Participating restaurants for Amsterdam's SoupFest

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Amsterdam’s sixth annual SoupFest is returning for 2024. The event is set for January 13 from noon to 5 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Attendees can pay $1 for 3oz soup samples at each restaurant and vote at the end for their favorite soup. The winners for Best Soup and Most Unique Soup will get a trophy.Participating restaurantsGuge's Dogs, 47 Bridge StreetZuppa Italian Soup and Spicy Chicken Riggie SoupHerks Tavern, 65 Bridge StreetCreamed Spinach and Gnocchi SoupLorenzo's Southside, 1 Port Jackson SquareTomato Cream Clam Chowder and Pasta FagioliDomAdi's Deli, 1451 Route 5SKimchi Jjigae and Italian WeddingFresh Basil, 2 Washington StreetItalian Wedding SoupG's Famous Lemon Cookies, 44 Main StreetItalian Wedding Soup, Split Pea & Ham Soup, and Broccoli Cheddar SoupSharp Shooters Billiards Pub, 35 Main StreetApple Butternut Bisque and Broccoli Cheddar SoupPolish American Veterans, 56 Church StreetG...

Denver kicks off New Year’s Day with mild, sunny weather with chance of snow later in week

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

New Year’s Day in Denver is ripe for a walk outside in the fresh air with meteorologists forecasting mild, sunny weather on Monday.The high temperature is forecast to be 53 degrees with mostly sunny skies, according to the National Weather Service. Light winds are expected to kick up in the afternoon.The next few days are expected to be sunny with temperatures in the upper 40s, but the next snow could be around the corner, meteorologists said.A slight chance of snow is predicted Thursday and Friday with high temperatures predicted to dip into the low 40s on those days.

Denver police investigating early morning fatal crash

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

One person is dead after a two-vehicle crash early Monday morning near Parkfield Lake Park, Denver Police said.The crash happened before 5:30 a.m. at E. 53rd Avenue and N. Chambers Road, police said.Additional details about the crash or victim were not available at this time, police said.Sign up to get crime news sent straight to your inbox each day.

Commerce City Police conducting homicide investigation

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

The Commerce City Police Department is conducting a New Year’s Day homicide investigation at 78th Avenue and Dahlia Street where one person has been found dead, police said Monday morning.Details about the victim, suspect and crime were not yet available, police said around 8:30 a.m.Police confirmed the victim and the suspect knew each other but were not blood relatives.Commerce City Police said they identified the suspect but had not yet located them.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Aurora paramedics guilty of homicide in Elijah McClain’s death Crime and Public Safety | Glenwood Springs woman found not guilty by reason of insanity in 2021 double homicide of children Crime and Public Safety | Woman killed in homicide in Broomfield’s Anthem neighborhood Crime and Public Safety | Multiple overnight shootings ring in Denver metro area’s New Year Authorities cautioned residents to avoid the ...

4.1 magnitude quake strikes Los Angeles County on New Year's Day

Published Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:13:32 GMT

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake shook the Los Angeles County area on New Year's Day.The temblor struck off the coast about 12 miles south of Rancho Palos Verdes and south-southwest of San Pedro at 8:27 a.m., according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake had a preliminary magnitude of 4.3 but that was later reduced to 4.1 by the USGS. Shaking from the quake, which had a depth of just over 7 miles, was felt across the county.The New Year's Day magnitude 4.1 earthquake. Jan. 1, 2024. (KTLA)Residents as far away as Santa Clarita, San Bernardino, Temecula, Mission Viejo and Catalina Island reported feeling the ground shake. Latest California Earthquakes - Interactive Map There were no immediate reports of damage or injury.Check back for updates on this developing story.