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Gov. Abbott to sign bills about 'parent empowerment'

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas governor will hold an event at the Capitol Monday afternoon to sign what he called "key parent empowerment legislation" into law. Gov. Greg Abbott's office did not share in advance which specific bills these would include, but a state lawmaker's tweet this weekend provided a clue about one of the proposals that may get the governor's signature. TxTag, lawmakers resolve some tolling problems. What comes next? Rep. Jared Patterson, R-Frisco, posted on his Twitter account about legislation he introduced this session that "becomes the law of the land" on Monday. Many speculated on social media he meant House Bill 900, which aims to keep sexually explicit material out of school libraries, because Patterson wrote, "They called us Nazi book burners." Throughout the session this year, opponents of this legislation said it amounted to book banning in schools and would target materials with themes about the LGBTQ+ community or people of color. However, supporters o...

Lineup announced for Johnstown's Midsummer concert series

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Johnstown Arts & Music has announced the lineup for the sixth annual Johnstown Midsummer Concert Series. The concerts take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Charles Jenner Bandshell on West Main Street. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! LineupJuly 13: Stretchin' the TruthJuly 20: The Swingin' PalmsJuly 27: The Rubber BandAugust 3: Caroga Lake Music FestivalAugust 10: Organ FairchildThe shows are free and open to everyone. In case of rain, the concerts will take place in St. John's Episcopal Church.

Grafton man faces arson, reckless endangerment charges

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

GRAFTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Grafton man is in custody following an investigation into a fire that started on NY State Route 2. Paul R. Coleman, 61, is facing charges of third-degree arson and reckless endangerment in the first degree. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to police, Coleman allegedly set fire to a detached garage adjacent to his apartment building. The garage was determined a total loss. The fire spread to the apartment building, however, all residents were able to evacuate without injury.Coleman was arraigned on June 9 and remanded to the Rensselaer County Jail without bail. A full stay-away order of protection has been issued on behalf of all occupants who were present at the time of the fire.

#ScarlettSundays for sheltered dog of 3 years

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

MENANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society has started a new campaign called #ScarlettSundays, an initiative where they'll post new content of Scarlett, a friendly dog who's been with the shelter going on three years. Scarlett has now been available at the shelter for 858 days. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Scarlett is three years old, weighs 84 pounds, and loves people. She is energetic but also loves leisurely walks where she can sniff wherever she pleases. According to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, she is a very smart, food-motivated girl who is also sensitive and may be better off around adults. She can be very enthusiastic and is looking for a stable environment. If you are interested in adopting Scarlett, email [email protected] or call (518) 434-8128.

Sal Vulcano performing at Albany Funny Bone

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Funny Bone has announced they will be hosting comedian and "Impractical Jokers" star Sal Vulcano. The first performance is scheduled for August 25. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The New York stand-up comedian has starred on the hidden camera improv show Impractical Jokers since 2011. The show features the comedy troupe "The Tenderloins", composed of Vulcano, James "Murr" Murray, Brian Quinn and formerly Joe Gatto. Vulcano founded the No Presh Network in 2020. He is the host of the "Hey Babe!" podcast alongside comedian Chris Distefano, as well the "Taste Buds" podcast alongside comedian Joe DeRosa. Troy’s Summer Square concert lineup announced The Funny Bone will host Vulcano for a total of 4 performances. There will be two shows on August 25 at 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., and two shows on August 26 at 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. The Albany Funny Bone is located within Crossgates Mall at 1 Cr...

Church roof collapses during fire in Warrenton

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

WARRENTON, Mo. - Firefighters from 11 jurisdictions responded to help contain and extinguish a church fire in Warrenton early Monday morning.The Warrenton Fire Protection District received word just before 4:55 a.m. about smoke emitting from the Abundant Life Church, located off the Northwest Service Road, just west of State Route W.Firetrucks arrived at 5:05 a.m. and saw smoke and a glow coming from inside the facility. ‘Worst roads in America’ : St. Louis man makes viral videos in push for change Crews used thermal imaging and located what appeared to be a living area. Firefighters searched the room, but found no one. Flames and heat prevented firefighters from accessing the house of worship at other points.The church was fully engulfed minutes later, with the roof collapsing shortly after firefighters exited the building for a second time.No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Guilty plea: Pagedale man admits killing girlfriend in 2019

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A Pagedale man appeared in St. Louis County Circuit Court last week and pleaded guilty to the 2019 shooting death of his domestic partner.Officers with the Pagedale Police Department were called to a home in the 1500 block of Engelholm Avenue around 8 a.m. on July 30, 2019. Witnesses reported hearing a pop coming from a bedroom inside the home.Officers arrived at the home and found the body Delores Kirk in the bedroom. She'd been shot in the head and was pronounced dead at the scene. She was 58.Police took Kirk's boyfriend, Jurvan Butler, 51, into custody at the scene. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Witnesses told investigators they saw Butler standing over Kirk's body after the shooting, and another person in the...

Amazon delivery driver charged in wallet theft investigation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. - A Belleville, Illinois, man has been charged for allegedly stealing a wallet while working as an Amazon delivery driver, and using the credit cards within.The wallet was picked up on Saturday, June 3, outside a convenience store in O'Fallon.Surveillance video recorded the moments where the driver got out of his car, picked up the wallet, and headed into the store. Cameras also caught the driver leaving that store without turning the wallet in.After the driver left the store, police said a credit card in that wallet was used to make a slew of online purchases, totaling around $1,500. Janae Edmondson set to have another surgery today Law enforcement eventually put surveillance images of the driver on social media, and reached out to Amazon for cooperation.Last Thursday, police apprehended the suspected driver, Tory Hoskins, at his home.The St. Clair County State's Attorney's Office charged Hoskins, 23, with unlawful use of a credit card, theft of mislaid pro...

Caught on video: Large sinkhole forms in middle of road in Parker

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

A large hole has forced the closure of Bradbury Ranch Drive on the west side of Parker.Photos shared by the Parker Police Department on social media showed a large hole formed over the bridge stretching across the middle of the road.A video posted by Liz Gates and shared with Denver7 showed the moment the hole open up on the road.Bradbury Ranch Drive is shut down until further notice between Independence and McClellan Drive as the city’s public works department is working the scene, police said.Related ArticlesCrashes and Disasters | Man killed in fatal I-70 crash near Golden was fleeing CSP traffic stop Crashes and Disasters | RTD maintenance to suspend L line, close several central Denver stations Crashes and Disasters | Colorado Highway 71 from Limon to Last Chance reopens after fuel tanker crash Crashes and Disasters | Colfax Marathon road closures coming Sunday morning Crashes and Disasters | Severe thun...

Street racers take over 3 South Los Angeles intersections overnight (video)

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:11:13 GMT

Video taken early Monday shows street racers taking over three South Los Angeles intersections.Between 12 a.m. and 2 a.m., several cars were recorded doing donuts as people hung out of cars and spectators watched or filmed the dangerous stunts.Fireworks also went off at one of the takeovers, the video from a freelance photographer showed.The incidents occurred at Western Avenue and Century Boulevard, Normandie and Florence avenues and Normandie Avenue and Jefferson Boulevard.In one of the takeovers, a large group formed in the middle while a driver performed donuts.In another, several vehicles were conducting the stunts at the same time.The video shows the crowd start to disperse as police sirens are heard in the background.