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Governor Abbott to sign border security bills

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Governor Greg Abbott will hold a press conference Thursday afternoon to sign several "critical" border security bills that were passed during the 88th Legislative Session.Abbott will be accompanied by Department of Public Safety Director Steven McCraw, Adjutant General of Texas Major General Thomas Suelzer, bill authors and sponsors, as well as other legislators and law enforcement officers. While several bills the governor will sign fall under his broader priorities of ongoing border security efforts, the keynote legislation he called for during his State of the State address did not pass. The main border security proposal Abbott had mentioned was creating a “mandatory minimum jail sentence of at least 10 years for anyone caught smuggling illegal immigrants in Texas.” Differences between the House and Senate versions of the smuggling bill were not worked out in the regular session. Now, it's one of Abbott's central calls for the first special session. The press c...

Officials speak on closing the SH 45 Gap

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Hays County is conducting a $2.5 million dollar study to explore the feasibility of constructing SH 45 between I-35 and RM 1626.Currently, many Hays and Travis County drivers use SH 45 Southwest to travel from southwest Austin to cities like Kyle and onto I-35, but they have to take 1626 to do so because that's where SH 45 currently dead ends. And traveling from the east side of I-35, SH 45 Southeast dead ends at I-35.Hays County Commissioners would like to see a new portion of SH 45 constructed in the near future to connect that current gap, but Travis County and City of Austin officials have expressed concern about the expansion. RELATED: Travis County commissioners send letter opposing SH 45 expansion project Last August, when Hays County Commissioners voted to begin engineering and design on the SH 45 Gap, the Travis County Commissioners sent a letter documenting their frustrations with Hays County leaders, citing traffic and environmental concerns.This week, ...

Human remains found in SE Minn.; father of Madeline Kingsbury’s children arrested

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

WINONA, Minn. — Adam Taylor Fravel, 29, of Winona, has been arrested with the suspicion of second-degree murder in Winona County.Fravel, the father of Madeline Kingsbury’s children, was placed in custody at 7:12 p.m. Wednesday, June 7. Formal charges have not been filed.Madeline Kingsbury. (Courtesy photo)A Fillmore County deputy found human remains north of Mabel on Wednesday afternoon, according to a Facebook post from the Winona Police Department late Wednesday night. The body, which has not yet been positively identified, “was found in some brush off Highway 43 and was located using information generated during the Madeline Kingsbury investigation.”“Because of this, law enforcement personnel have arrested Adam Fravel on probable cause in connection to her disappearance,” the post said.Numerous law enforcement agencies, including the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and the Southern Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner’s Office, are working to identify the remains.“...

Schulze Lake to reopen Friday following suspected norovirus outbreak

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

Eagan’s Schulze Lake will reopen Friday, June 9 after being closed for a week following more than 60 reports of illness from lake users.The lake, which is located at Lebanon Hills Regional Park, closed June 2 after beach goers reported illnesses consistent with the norovirus infection, according to a news release from Dakota County.Symptoms of norovirus typically begin 12 to 24 hours after ingestion of the virus and can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or stomach cramps.The reopening follows guidance from the Minnesota Department of Health, according to the county. The Health Department warns people experiencing illness to stay out of any water until at least 72 hours after the symptoms are gone.In addition to the lake reopening, equipment rental will also be available including canoes, kayaks and paddleboards.Swimming tips from MDHDon’t go swimming if you or your child have diarrhea or are sick.Avoid getting water in your mouth.Shower before and after swimming.Wash yo...

Nighthawks hosting block party to support Planned Parenthood

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood is partnering with Nighthawks restaurant in Troy to celebrate their 5th anniversary with a block party. The event will be held from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 9. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The block party will feature food and drinks from Nighthawks and live music from DJ Mercy, with special performances from Brule County Bad Boys and The Men Who Loved Music. There will also be a speech from Chelly Hegan, UHPP's president and CEO. “Planned Parenthood is thrilled to partner with Nighthawks on this event to celebrate five years in Troy and we appreciate their willingness to use their milestone to help bring awareness of the vital healthcare services Planned Parenthood provides to the community. As a longtime resident of the Troy, it is incredible to see the community coming together to their show support for our work.” said Chelly Hegan. Tex-Mex restaurant set...

Tex-Mex restaurant set to open in Gloversville

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Mountain Mama's Cantina and Eatery in Gloversville is set to have its soft opening on Friday. The eatery was supposed to open on Thursday, but the opening was postponed a day due to a fridge issue. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the Mountain Mama's website, owners Creg and Jacki Reid met in 2009 and bonded over their love of cooking and Mexican food. They worked in restaurants across Texas before moving to the area in 2021.The menu includes tacos, chips and salsa, fried, pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, salads, street corn, and more. You can view the full menu on the Mountain Mama's website. Bread shop moving into Colonie Center, adding café For the soft opening, the eatery will be open for dinner from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Mountain Mama's Cantina and Eatery is located at 391 South Main Street.

Bites Camera Action returns to Downtown Albany

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The popular free outdoor movie series Bites Camera Action will kick off on June 2 and run monthly through September. The outdoor movies are made available by the Downtown Albany Business Improvement District in partnership with the City of Albany, the State University of New York, Christ's Church Albany, the Palace Theatre, and ParkAlbany. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The movies will be shown on the lawn at the H. Carl McCall SUNY Administration Building. Seating opens at 7:30 p.m. The movie will begin around 8:30 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets. The movies lineup is:July 7: The Iron Giant (1999) The movie will be accompanied by a live musical score by Apostrophebeats and Blue Ranger.August 4: Space Jam (1996)Before the movie: Lace up your sneakers and join Albany Patroons players as they lead fun youth basketball activities and give away four season tickets to lucky aud...

Music Haven concert series announces summer lineup

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Music Haven concert series has announced its 2023 lineup. The performances will take place within Central Park in Schenectady starting in July. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The concerts will feature performers across a wide array of genres from different regions throughout the country, as well as several international acts. The shows are free and open to the public. 2023 LineupJuly 8: Rocky DawuniJuly 13: La Banda MoriscaJuly 16: Joey AlexanderJuly 22: Nipperfest Music and Arts FestivalJuly 23: Sona JobartehJuly 30: Blues BBQ feat. Vanessa CollierAugust 5: Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony OrchestraAugust 6: Eileen IversAugust 11: Screening of "In the Heights" with block party and music by Taina AsiliAugust 13: Aditya Prakash EnsembleAugust 20: Cedric Watson & Bijou CreoleAugust 25-26: Will Kempe’s Players performs Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew and The Two Gentlemen of Verona ...

Gov. Hochul updates NY residents on state's air quality

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Thursday at 11:30 a.m., Gov. Kathy Hochul held a press conference regarding the current air quality in New York State at the University at Albany. Hochul emphasized this is an unprecedented event, with the majority of the state experiencing unhealthy air quality. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Hochul asked that people stay indoors, and suggested that schools continue to suspend outdoor activities for students. Employers were asked to make sure their employees take precautions as well.Hochul said forest rangers and firefighters will be sent to Canada to assist in battling the wildfires. The wildfires are reportedly in remote areas, making them harder to reach and difficult to extinguish.

Spanish Lake man convicted for beating neighbor to death

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:11:51 GMT

CLAYTON, Mo. – A St. Louis County jury convicted a Spanish Lake man on Wednesday for beating his neighbor to death in 2019.Michael Shaw was found dead on April 20, 2019, inside his home in the 900 block of Burgos Street. He was 63. Shaw's car, along with cash and credit cards, were missing.Days later, homicide detectives determined Shaw was killed by his neighbor, Keith Hill, and arrested Hill. Revisting Mike Shildt’s comments on his Cardinals departure The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged Hill with first-degree murder, first-degree robbery, first-degree burglary, and two counts of armed criminal action.At trial, prosecutors said Hill forced his way into Shaw’s home and beat him to death with a lamp, all because Shaw refused to give Hill some money.Jurors convicted Shaw, 36, on all charges. A conviction for first-degree murder carries a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of parole.