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LUCKNOW, India (AP) — A large row boat taking villagers to a festival capsized in a flooded river in northern India on Thursday, leaving at least three people dead and 16 others missing, police said. A strong wind rocked the boat, which was carrying about 30 people, police officer Mohammed Nisar said. Some passengers were able to swim to safety, he said. Rescuers recovered three bodies. Hopes of finding the missing alive were fading as darkness approached, he said. The villagers were traveling to a nearby village in Banda district of Uttar Pradesh state to celebrate a Hindu festival. The area is about 250 kilometers (160 miles) southwest of Lucknow, the state capital. Heavy rains have caused floods and landslides in northern India during the June-September monsoon season. Boating accidents are common in the country, where many vessels are overcrowded and have inadequate safety equipment. In September 2020, 12 people drowned when a sightseeing boat capsized on the swollen … [Read more...] about Row boat capsizes in Indian river; 3 dead, 16 missing

0 Politics & Government The event at village hall will focus on the $700 billion Inflation Reduction Act, according to organizers. Eric DeGrechie , Patch Staff Posted Reply PALATINE, IL — With the $700 billion Inflation Reduction Act expected to soon head to President Joe Biden's desk for passage, U.S. Rep. Sean Casten (IL-3) wants to talk to local residents about what the climate, health care and tax bill is. The 755-page bill, which passed in the United States Senate on Sunday, will soon be voted on in the House before Biden is expected to sign off on it. Casten is hosting an in-person town hall on the legislation at noon Saturday at Palatine Village Hall, 200 E. Wood St., according to a news release. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Organizers said the town hall will focus on how the Inflation Reduction Act "helps address the climate crisis and lowers health care costs for families." Casten will be taking questions from … [Read more...] about Rep. Casten Hosting Inflation Town Hall On Saturday In Palatine

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Democrat Beto O'Rourke responded to a heckler at a campaign stop with an expletive after the Texas gubernatorial candidate heard a cackled laugh while criticizing the ease with which the Uvalde elementary school gunman legally purchased an AR-15-style rifle. By Thursday, video of O'Rourke's exchange at a town hall in rural Mineral Wells had drawn millions of views on social media, becoming the latest instance in which O'Rourke has gotten attention for his calls for stricter gun laws following one of the deadliest classroom shootings in U.S. history. O'Rourke on Wednesday was railing against how the 18-year-old gunman in Uvalde was able to legally purchase a weapon “originally designed for use on the battlefields" and take it into a classroom of fourth-graders. When a person in the crowd laughed, O'Rourke paused and pointed in their direction. “It may be funny to you, (obscenity), but it’s not funny to me," O'Rourke said. Supporters stood up and cheered. … [Read more...] about Beto O’Rourke responds to heckler over Uvalde with expletive

0 Community Corner "Rocky," a 4-year-old coyote, has been housed at the River Trail Nature Center since 2018 after being mistaken for a dog. Eric DeGrechie , Patch Staff Posted Reply NORTHBROOK, IL — Ricky Gervais has a long history of being involved with animal rights and advocacy. Earlier this week, the actor and comedian expressed his concerns about the well-being of a coyote living at the River Trail Nature Center in Northbrook. "Rocky," a 4-year-old coyote, has lived by itself at the Cook County forest preserve since 2018, when he was originally mistaken for a dog. Gervais is backing the efforts of In Defense of Animals and the Chicago Alliance for Animals, two animal protection organizations working to get the coyote released from River Trail. "Rocky should not suffer the consequences of human error — it's not his fault that people mistook him for a German Shepard puppy," Gervais said in a statement and on social … [Read more...] about Ricky Gervais Calls On Northbrook Nature Preserve To Release Coyote

0 This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Community Corner Kyle Tuckey serves as the 2022 Chicago Ducky Derby Athlete Ambassador for the annual Special Olympics Illinois fundraiser #ChiDuckyDerby Special Olympics Illinois , Community Contributor Posted Reply On August 4 at 1:00 p.m. thousands of rubber ducks will splash into the Chicago River for Special Olympics Illinois. This year, Kyle Tuckey of Palatine, Illinois, will represent the race as the 2022 Chicago Ducky Derby Athlete Ambassador. Special Olympics Illinois is very important to him. As the Duck Ambassador for the Chicago Ducky Derby, Kyle will pull the winning duck out of the water for all of Chicago to see. He started participating with Special Olympics Illinois 20 years ago, when he was eight. He has competed in track and field, soccer, softball, basketball, golf, and snowshoeing. Kyle also … [Read more...] about Palatine-Resident, Gold Medalist Gymnast Selected as Duck Ambassador

0 Pets If you're in search of a four-legged family member, these pets are waiting for their forever home in Palatine area shelters. Pet News , Patch Staff Posted Reply If you've been looking to add a four-legged ball of love and affection to your household, you should check out these Palatine area animal shelters for a pet up for adoption. Over 6 million companion animals are given to rescue organizations each year nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. However, only half of all shelter animals — about 3.2 million — are adopted each year, according to ASPCA data. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Palatine area — are still waiting for their forever homes. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be … [Read more...] about Adopt From Palatine Area Shelters: See New Dogs, Cats