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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chicago Fire Season 14: Everything We Know So Far
As we get ready for another trip to the Windy City, we're firing off all the latest intel on Chicago Fire Season 14. The NBC procedural — which is the flagship in the #OneChicago franchise — was renewed for Season 14 in May, ahead of its Season 13 finale. (Chicago Med and Chicago P.D. were also picked up for Seasons 11 and 13, respectively.) And with Fall TV season fast approaching, it's time to start thinking about what we can expect from forthcoming Chicago Fire episodes. More from TVLine Chicago Fire's Daniel Kyri Returning for 'Limited Time' in Season 14 - Get Details American Ninja Warrior Renewed for Season 18 - Get Scoop on New Round of Competition Casting News: Colbert on Elsbeth, Justina Machado Joins Matlock and More The Season 13 finale delivered a #Stellaride pregnancy surprise and a memorable Violet/Carver kiss. Elsewhere, Herrmann finally admitted that a desk job is not for him. He stepped down to be a regular firefighter so that his buddy Mouch could take over as lieutenant. Plus, Pascal was cleared of murder charges. But what's next for our Firehouse 51 favorites? Keep scrolling for all the piping hot intel on Chicago Fire Season 14. What Will Chicago Fire Season 14 Be About? During the Chicago Fire Season 13 finale, Herrmann admitted that a desk job, like chief, is not for him and went to Commissioner Grissom with a proposition. Herrmann stepped down to be a regular firefighter so that his friend Mouch could step up as Engine's lieutenant. The efficiency expert's warning in an earlier episode that layoffs and forced resignations are coming was on top of Herrmann's mind as he made his decision. Showrunner Andrea Newman told TVLine to expect CFD layoffs in Season 14: 'We're going to have a lot of turnover,' the EP shared, 'and a lot craziness going on in the CFD from the top, where people are being cut and moved, and everything's going to get shaken up next season.' Who Is Returning to Chicago Fire Season 14? Taylor Kinney, Miranda Rae Mayo and Dermot Mulroney have all inked deals to return for Season 14 of the flagship firefighter drama. Other cast members expected to return are David Eigenberg, Joe Minoso, Jocelyn Hudon, Hanako Greensmith and Christian Stolte. Daniel Kyri — aka Darren Ritter — exited Chicago Fire as a series regular in Season 13, but recently shared on Instagram that he will return in Season 14 for a 'limited time.' Jake Lockett, who played Sam Carver, also exited in Season 13, but wasn't officially written off the show. It is unknown whether he, too, will return to wrap up his storyline. As previously reported, Michael Bradway, who appeared in 17 episodes between Seasons 12 and 13, will not return as Severide's half-brother Jack Damon in Season 14. Who Is Joining Chicago Fire Season 14? Fresh off Wolf's one-and-done Prime Video procedural On Call, Brandon Larracuente has joined the cast of the NBC firefighter drama as a series regular. Character details are being kept under wraps. Does Chicago Fire Season 14 Have a Premiere Date? As previously confirmed, Chicago Fire Season 14 will premiere Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 9/8c, sandwiched between Chicago Med Season 11 and Chicago P.D. Season 13. Also of note: Chicago Fire Season 14 will produce only 21 episodes — down one from its 2024-25 season order. Is There a Chicago Fire Season 14 Trailer? NBC has not released a trailer for Chicago Fire Season 14. TVLine will update this post once there is footage to share. What are your hopes for Season 14? Let us know in Comments. Fall TV Calendar: 120+ Dates to Save! View List Best of TVLine 90+ TV Shows That Switched Networks — And How Long They Ran After They Relocated TV's 30+ Best Cliffhangers of All Time From Buffy, Friends, Grey's Anatomy, Twin Peaks, Severance, Soap and More 20+ Age-Defying Parent-Child Castings From Blue Bloods, ER, Ginny & Georgia, Golden Girls, Supernatural and More
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chicago Fire Season 14: Everything We Know So Far
As we get ready for another trip to the Windy City, we're firing off all the latest intel on Chicago Fire Season 14. The NBC procedural — which is the flagship in the #OneChicago franchise — was renewed for Season 14 in May, ahead of its Season 13 finale. (Chicago Med and Chicago P.D. were also picked up for Seasons 11 and 13, respectively.) And with Fall TV season fast approaching, it's time to start thinking about what we can expect from forthcoming Chicago Fire episodes. More from TVLine Chicago Fire's Daniel Kyri Returning for 'Limited Time' in Season 14 - Get Details American Ninja Warrior Renewed for Season 18 - Get Scoop on New Round of Competition Casting News: Colbert on Elsbeth, Justina Machado Joins Matlock and More The Season 13 finale delivered a #Stellaride pregnancy surprise and a memorable Violet/Carver kiss. Elsewhere, Herrmann finally admitted that a desk job is not for him. He stepped down to be a regular firefighter so that his buddy Mouch could take over as lieutenant. Plus, Pascal was cleared of murder charges. But what's next for our Firehouse 51 favorites? Keep scrolling for all the piping hot intel on Chicago Fire Season 14. What Will Chicago Fire Season 14 Be About? During the Chicago Fire Season 13 finale, Herrmann admitted that a desk job, like chief, is not for him and went to Commissioner Grissom with a proposition. Herrmann stepped down to be a regular firefighter so that his friend Mouch could step up as Engine's lieutenant. The efficiency expert's warning in an earlier episode that layoffs and forced resignations are coming was on top of Herrmann's mind as he made his decision. Showrunner Andrea Newman told TVLine to expect CFD layoffs in Season 14: 'We're going to have a lot of turnover,' the EP shared, 'and a lot craziness going on in the CFD from the top, where people are being cut and moved, and everything's going to get shaken up next season.' Who Is Returning to Chicago Fire Season 14? Taylor Kinney, Miranda Rae Mayo and Dermot Mulroney have all inked deals to return for Season 14 of the flagship firefighter drama. Other cast members expected to return are David Eigenberg, Joe Minoso, Jocelyn Hudon, Hanako Greensmith and Christian Stolte. Daniel Kyri — aka Darren Ritter — exited Chicago Fire as a series regular in Season 13, but recently shared on Instagram that he will return in Season 14 for a 'limited time.' Jake Lockett, who played Sam Carver, also exited in Season 13, but wasn't officially written off the show. It is unknown whether he, too, will return to wrap up his storyline. As previously reported, Michael Bradway, who appeared in 17 episodes between Seasons 12 and 13, will not return as Severide's half-brother Jack Damon in Season 14. Who Is Joining Chicago Fire Season 14? Fresh off Wolf's one-and-done Prime Video procedural On Call, Brandon Larracuente has joined the cast of the NBC firefighter drama as a series regular. Character details are being kept under wraps. Does Chicago Fire Season 14 Have a Premiere Date? As previously confirmed, Chicago Fire Season 14 will premiere Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 9/8c, sandwiched between Chicago Med Season 11 and Chicago P.D. Season 13. Also of note: Chicago Fire Season 14 will produce only 21 episodes — down one from its 2024-25 season order. Is There a Chicago Fire Season 14 Trailer? NBC has not released a trailer for Chicago Fire Season 14. TVLine will update this post once there is footage to share. What are your hopes for Season 14? Let us know in Comments. Fall TV Calendar: 120+ Dates to Save! View List Best of TVLine 90+ TV Shows That Switched Networks — And How Long They Ran After They Relocated TV's 30+ Best Cliffhangers of All Time From Buffy, Friends, Grey's Anatomy, Twin Peaks, Severance, Soap and More 20+ Age-Defying Parent-Child Castings From Blue Bloods, ER, Ginny & Georgia, Golden Girls, Supernatural and More
Miami Herald
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Ken Herrmann and The Fort training the pickleball stars of tomorrow
Over the past 11 months, Monica Centonze has put more than 55,000 miles on her Volkswagen Atlas. Much of that mileage has been spent driving her 19-year-old son Jae Centonze five hours -- from Ocala to The Fort in Fort Lauderdale -- so he can hone his pickleball skills under the tutelage of Ken Herrmann. 'We go down there at least two or three times a month,' Monica said. 'We wake up at 3 a.m. Jae sleeps in the backseat while I make the drive. We get there by 8:30, and he's ready to play for several hours. Usually by 5 p.m., we make the drive back.' Monica, a single mom, works two jobs -- mostly remotely -- running a home-inspection business and also serving as a wellness supervisor for her local YMCA. 'When you want something so badly, you will do whatever it takes,' Monica said, 'and I've never seen Jae so motivated. 'He was a really good tennis player until he got burned out at age 13. In tennis, he did just enough to get by. But in pickleball, he's doing all the extra stuff. He watches pickleball videos; he gets professionally stretched; he goes to a chiropractor; he has a trainer …' Jae Centonze, who turned pro a year ago, is obviously all in on pickleball – and he's not alone. Herrmann is training dozens of aspiring pickleball pros at The Fort's APP High Performance Academy, which is designed for players ages 12-to-18. On average, Herrmann said, he has been tutoring 24-to-28 players per week. But there's more. On August 18, Herrmann plans to start a pickleball boarding program. Young student-athletes will take on-line classes, and they will train for several hours per day at The Fort. 'My vision is to rent a home for the initial six players and have an adult supervisor on staff be in there with them,' Herrmann said. 'This will be the first Nick Bollettiere-type boarding program … but for pickleball instead of tennis. This is a pilot program for us. 'It's exciting. It's a big first step.' Herrmann said about 15 students have expressed interest, some from as far away as Australia, England and Costa Rica. However, Herrmann wants to restrict the number of students in this first year to no more than six. 'We want to make sure we are successful,' Herrmann said. The odds are in Herrmann's favor. After all, Herrmann -- a 60-year-old Chicago native who grew up playing tennis -- has had a long and successful track record as a coach. In fact, in 1994 he started working as a staff member for the USTA High Performance National Development program, helping to train and coach future tennis stars such as Andy Roddick, Mardy Fish and the Bryan twins, Bob and Mike, when they were all about 12-to-14 years old. In 1999, Herrmann – seeking a better work/life balance -- left that organization. He then bought and created one of the largest tennis clubs in Chicago, building 10 indoor courts on the city's North Shore. As it turns out, the 'Herrmann Tennis Academy' helped more than 50 kids earn college scholarships for tennis. Herrmann sold that business in 2011. By late 2015, he had investors lined up to open a new academy. 'I took my plans to the executives from Wilson,' Herrmann explained. 'They said: 'Where are the pickleball courts?' 'They said the sport was booming in Arizona, California and Florida, and they highly recommended I made space for pickleball.' Herrmann quickly did his homework. He starting playing pickleball, and he got certified to teach the sport. 'The people at Wilson were right,' Herrmann said. 'The growth of pickleball, the profits, the sheer joy we were seeing … ,' Herrmann said. By 2018, Herrmann ran his first pickleball tournament, the Chicago Open, with a $25,000 purse, which was quite good for those early days. More than 500 players competed. After that, Herrmann noticed that there wasn't a pickleball tour. So … In June of 2019, Herrmann founded and launched the first USAP-sanctioned professional pickleball tour. The APP (Association of Pickleball Professionals) made its debut that fall in Chicago. The APP Tour has since grown into a multi-million-dollar business, both domestically and internationally, with corporate offices located in Chicago. For Herrmann, the missing piece at that time was finding a spot to open a high-performance player development headquarters. But after a friend told him about The Fort, Herrmann got a meeting with co-founders Brad Tuckman and Rich Campillo. The rest is history as the Fort and Herrmann teamed up in January and immediately started attracting top players, including juniors. One such example is Bella Houghton, a 14-year-old from Minneapolis. Houghton and her mother almost immediately moved to Fort Lauderdale. Since January, Houghton – who has is home-schooled – has been training six hours a day at The Fort. 'I love the community here, and the coaching is amazing,' Houghton said of The Fort. '(Herrmann) has a bunch of different perspectives that help me get better. Most of the things he has taught me have clicked quickly.' Those words surely thrill Herrmann, who has been coaching tennis or pickleball for 40-plus years. 'I've always had a passion for developing players,' Herrmann said. 'I remember sitting with (tennis Hall of Famer) Billie Jean King, and she said: 'Each generation inspires the next one.' 'That's what we hope to do here at The Fort.'
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
New menstrual pad device tracks period blood for signs of disease
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Scientists have unveiled a new device that can be incorporated into menstrual pads and may someday be helpful for screening for diseases like ovarian cancer. The light-weight device looks for disease biomarkers — in this case, measurable levels of specific proteins — in menstrual blood. It includes a paper test strip that changes color when it's exposed to biomarkers of interest. "We imagine this tool to be potentially useful for women at increased risk for cancer," said Inge Herrmann, a professor and leader of the Nanoparticle Systems Engineering Lab at ETH Zurich. She told Live Science that she hopes that the technology may "provide users with an additional monitoring tool" that's cost effective. Herrmann and her colleagues authored a study about the device that was published in May in the journal Advanced Science. It has so far been tested with blood from healthy volunteers, so it needs further testing before it can be rolled out as a screening tool. The device, which measures about an inch squared (2 by 2 centimeters) and is encased in a soft silicone, sits at the bottom of the menstrual pad. The silicone encases the test strip that changes color when exposed to specific proteins. If a biomarker is present, either a line or a circle appears within about 15 minutes of exposure; the darker the color, the more protein is present. The researchers say these results can be read by eye, but they have also developed an app that uses a machine learning-driven image analysis to interpret the test. The pad the device is embedded in can be worn for as long as a regular menstrual pads, and as for the device itself, "you can't feel it," Herrmann said. Related: New blood test detects ovarian cancer years before conventional methods The researchers made their initial prototype sensitive to three biomarkers: C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation; carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), a "tumor maker" associated with various cancers; and cancer antigen-125 (CA-125), which is specifically associated with ovarian cancer. Blood tests exist for all three of these biomarkers: CRP tests monitor inflammation in the body. CEA tests are used to assess how advanced a cancer is or whether treatment is working, but are not used for screening. CA-125 tests can be used to screen for ovarian cancer in people at high risk of the disease, but aren't used for people at average risk because high concentrations can be due to other conditions, including endometriosis. One draw of the new device is that it would be easy for patients to use and less invasive than these existing blood tests, said Dr. Paul Blumenthal, a professor emeritus in obstetrics and gynecology at Stanford University. Blumenthal was not involved in the new study but has conducted similar research on the clinical potential of menstrual blood. To test the device, the researchers ran tests with venous blood and menstrual blood donated by volunteers to see if it detected similar biomarker concentrations in both types of blood. This included tests in which the scientists "spiked" blood samples with the biomarkers of interest, so they knew exactly how much should be in there. They compared the device's findings with the expected concentrations and also checked its work by assessing those concentrations with clinical chemistry. "There was always good agreement" among these assessments, Herrmann said. Additionally, they had volunteers wear the device while on their periods. These individuals reported that, in terms of comfort and wearability, there was "no difference compared to a commercially available sanitary pad." Blumenthal says such a tool has clinical potential. Considering ovarian cancer as an example, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that there's "no reliable way to screen for ovarian cancer in women who do not have any symptoms." And early symptoms of the disease are similar to those seen during a typical menstrual cycle, such as bloating and lower back pain. Blumenthal suggested that monitoring CA-125 regularly over time could be a promising way to watch for the disease. "Year after year, let's just say I'm measuring your CA-125, and it's pretty normal," he said. "And one year it sneaks above your level — maybe that's the first indication [that] something is not right." Related: Scientists invent 1st 'vagina-on-a-chip' Herrmann also sees the technology as a potential screening tool — a sort of "early warning" detection system particularly for women at a higher genetic risk of cancer. RELATED STORIES —Menstrual cycle linked to structural changes across whole brain —Why do only some animals have periods? —What are ovarian cysts? All about cyst formation, symptoms and treatments That said, one possible issue with the device is that excess blood could get onto the test strip and make its results unreadable, Herrmann said. She also noted that this technology comes with a risk of creating "a lot of stress for users, when an app tells them that there's some deviation, and that they might come to the conclusion that it's cancer." That's a concern that should be taken into account with all tech intended to be used for self-monitoring, she noted. The next step is for researchers to recruit people to use the pad in "real world" conditions and investigate whether it really can provide a medical benefit, Herrmann said. They're now looking to recruit about 100 people for the next round of testing. Depending on how the lab's upcoming research goes and how the product is ultimately regulated, Herrmann believes that it could be available in about three years. This article is for informational purposes only and is not meant to offer medical advice.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Texas House shines light on Lone Star State innovators at SXSW London
AUSTIN (KXAN) — As Austin's iconic South by Southwest (SXSW) launches its inaugural Europe festival this week, one group of Texans is hoping to highlight the spirit of the Lone Star State in London. Texas House launched as a satellite activation in Austin during SXSW in March 2025. According to the organizers, the event hosted nearly 3,000 attendees over two days, nearly 40% of whom were C-suite level executives. It offered panel discussions, focusing on how Texas is experiencing a modern renaissance — leading in tech, energy, life sciences and innovation. The founder, Will Herrmann, said he hopes to bring the same focus on Texas innovators to the European leg of SXSW. MORE: SXSW to expand with a London edition in 2025 'We're living in an era of significance in this state that we've not seen since we discovered oil. It is remarkable time to be a Texan — and I think that the world needs Texans and what we have to offer more than ever,' he said. Herrmann credits the idea for Texas House to his late wife, Abby. 'After many years of attending South by Southwest and seeing a house for every city, state and country except our own, we thought it was time to tell our story,' he said. Alex Kuehler, vice president of communications for Texas House, said the interest and success of the Austin activation in March inspired them to take their show on the road. 'We were like, 'Well, there's only a couple months away. Let's jump at the opportunity and give it another go,'' Kuehler said. 'The whole thing, right from the beginning, was Texans leading global conversations, and what better place to do that than in a global city like London?' SOLD OUT: KXAN investigates how SXSW musician pay highlights industry struggle For its London version, Texas House plans to host several expert panels again, featuring leaders from Rice University and other groups. The activation will also screen a portion of the Texas wildlife documentary, 'Deep in the Heart.' The organizers said one of the biggest differences from the Austin event is barbecue on the menu, from a London eatery known as Texas Joe's — operated by a Texan, of course. 'He also does union western clothing,' Kuehler noted. 'So we're going to have a couple of those things on display, which — he's outfitted Post Malone, done custom for others like Charlie Crockett.' Both Kuehler and Herrmann said they hope people pack their boots, wear their cowboy hats on the plan and join them. Check out the schedule here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
