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Can you increase your odds of picking the perfect NCAA March Madness bracket?

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

(NEXSTAR) - Now that dozens of teams have punched their ticket to the Big Dance - the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament - you may be putting together your March Madness bracket. Whether to claim an office pool or to score bragging rights for the next year, building a perfect bracket can be tough. Is there any way to sway your odds of winning the bracket challenge?First, let's explain the bracket. March Madness begins with 64 teams in the first round across four regions: South, East, West, and Midwest. Over the next few weeks, the NCAA Tournament will be narrowed down through elimination games until two teams remain for the championship round. That means, for your bracket, you need to make 63 decisions. Not bad, right? Think again. When filling out March Madness bracket, who should you pick? Your odds of getting every selection correct is 1 in 120.2 billion, according to NCAA. You have a better chance of winning the Powerball jackpot or catching two foul balls in a row at...

Around Town checks out The Chicago Mosaic School

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

The Chicago Mosaic School and The Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics1127 West Granville Ave. Chicago, IL 60660chicagomosaicschool.orggallerygocm.com

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s Nike film 'Air' set to close SXSW

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The 2023 South by Southwest Film & TV Festival is about to take a big jump.Amazon will premiere "Air," a film about Nike's Air Jordan shoe collaboration with Michael Jordan, the Film & TV Festival confirmed Tuesday. “We are so excited to close out the 2023 SXSW Film & TV Festival with AIR,” said Claudette Godfrey, VP of Film & TV at SXSW. “Ben Affleck has crafted an exceptional film filled with outstanding performances that capture the emotional ride behind the creation of this legendary brand. We know it will be a true, one-of-a-kind experience.” PHOTOS: Marvel actors in Austin for SXSW "'Air' reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then-rookie Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand," the movie description from Amazon reveals. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck take their love to Austin The cast includes Matt Damon, Ben A...

Pothole patrol: Morning Report readers say steer clear of these streets

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

We asked readers of the Morning Report newsletter to let us know where they are experiencing potholes. Here’s what they reported on Tuesday, March 14 (edited for punctuation, brevity, etc.):“Shepard Road from Montreal down to Davern … It’s h… on wheels to say the least.”“In my 50 years of driving in St. Paul I have never seen worse potholes than those on Shepard Road. One area authority has placed large orange “Rough Road” signs with lowered speed limit well below the normal 50 mph. Serious car damage could result driving that particular road.”“The side roads around my apartment complex, Union Flats, in St Paul. … The roads are absolutely horrendous. I have to go 3-6 mph just to be safe and I drive an SUV.”“Fairview Avenue in St. Paul should for safety sake be closed down from Highland Parkway to St. Paul Avenue.”“The entire strip on Arlington Avenue from Wheelock to Rice Street is like a landmine.&#...

Ulster County driver ticketed for going 96 MPH in the snow

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

WALLKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An unnamed driver in Orange County was ticketed for going 96 miles per hour on Tuesday in the midst of a snowstorm on State Route 17. New York State Police issued the driver several tickets. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! New York State Police is urging everyone on the road to slow down and drive safely, especially in the wintery conditions. Police say the driver puts himself and others at risk as well.

DEC wolf findings advance NYS animal studies

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Scientists from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) examined a wolf killed in Otsego County in December 2021. The DEC explains their study presented interesting opportunities to advance their work. Are wolves returning to the Adirondacks? DEC along with The New York State Museum analyzed carbon and nitrogen isotopes from the wolf's hair, bones and teeth. These isotopes can show the type of diet the animal has had throughout its life. The DEC explains canines specifically doglike animals that are raised in captivity often have a diet of commercial dog food or grain-fed livestock. The doglike canine isotope ratios are different than a canine eating a wild diet like a wolf.The DEC elaborates that wolves are rare but a few have been documented in NYS. Gray wolves are protected under both the federal Endangered Species Act and New York’s endangered and threatened species regulations. Although wolves are rare, the DEC warns of its cousin the c...

New Pakistani-Indian restaurant opens in Schenectady

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- TanDoori House, a Pakistani-Indian restaurant, has opened at 1338 Gerling Street in Schenectady. According to the Facebook page, the eatery officially opened on March 10. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The menu includes Tandoori chicken, kabobs, chicken tikka masala, biryani, and naan bread. You can view the full menu on the TanDoori House Facebook page. TanDoori House is only available for take-out, either pick-up or delivery, as well as catering. The restaurant is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

Code blue declared in Albany

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Homeless and Travelers Aid Society (HATAS) has issued a Code Blue alert for Tuesday, March 14, through Thursday, March 16. This Code Blue comes on the heels of the severe nor'easter the Capital Region was hit with Monday night and is expected to continue into Wednesday morning. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Homeless residents in Albany County in need of shelter can go to the Captial City Rescue Mission at 259 South Pearl Street, the Emergency Overflow Shelter at 646 State Street 12206 (Lutheran Church), or the IPH Safe Haven at 26 South Swan Street 122010. Those in need can also call the HATAS Homeless Hotline at (518) 463-2124.According to HATAS, Code Blue is a low-demand, humanitarian cold weather program designed to make it easier for homeless residents to find shelter. They’re declared when the temperature is expected to be 32 degrees or less, including windchill. Every Social Services...

Wilton informs residents of available shelters

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- More than 100,000 people are experiencing power outages across the Capital Region due to the storm. The Town of Wilton informs its residents who've lost power that there is shelter for them to stay safe and warm. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Wilton explains that residents who lose power or heat during the storm can go to Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Drive Saratoga Springs, or the Senior Center, 18 Traver Road in Wilton. Stay with NEWS10 for more weather updates.

Enjoy these 314 Day deals and events around the St. Louis area

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:51:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS - March 14th is celebrated locally as 314 Day in the St. Louis area. On this day, the St. Louis region celebrates everything that makes the 314 coverage area unique. 314 Day was first widely-recognized in 2006 by Terrell “Young Dip” Evans, and “Tatum Polk.”FOX 2 fans recently chimed in about some of their favorite things about the St. Louis region, mentioning attractions like the Saint Louis Zoo and Botanical Gardens, the abundant college scene, local foods like toasted ravioli and, of course, the city's four professional sports teams. Trending: Cardinals to hold $3.14 flash sale today In addition to 314 representing the common St. Louis area code, the numbers also represent the first three numbers in the value of "Pi," further leading to some deals on pizzas around the area. Some St. Louis area businesses and organizations are adding to the celebrations with 314 Day-only deals and events. Here a brief look at some of those can't-miss specials.“314 Day” specials and eve...