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Austin Mayor Kirk Watson reflects on 100 days in office

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) - Sunday marks the 100th day Austin Mayor Kirk Watson has been in office. "Some days I think, 'Wow, this is the fastest 100 days I've ever experienced,'" Watson said. KXAN sat down with him in a one-on-one interview to dive into a variety of issues from affordability to public safety. Watson described the nearly four months he's been in office as "fast and furious." AffordabilityIn that time, he said he's taken steps towards getting more affordable housing. Watson said one of the ways is by bringing a consulting company to look deeper at the city's permitting process. "One of the big problems we have with getting more affordable housing is how long it takes to get a site plan," Watson said. "What I've asked them to do is a performance review of the overall site planning process, which is the part that ends up eating up so much time."HomelessnessFrom housing to addressing homelessness, the mayor said he's also spent time working on a program to help with the lack of eme...

Women’s hockey: U.S. rallies past Canada to win world championship

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

BRAMPTON, Ontario — Hilary Knight scored three times, including the go-ahead goal with 3:10 left in regulation, and the Americans won their 10th women’s world hockey championships gold medal and first in four years with a 6-3 win over cross-border rival Canada on Sunday night.Caroline Harvey had a goal and assist, and Abbey Murphy and Cayla Barnes, with an empty-net goal, also scored. The Americans scored four unanswered goals in the third period. Aerin Frankel stopped 24 shots. Knight upped her tournament-record career goal total to 61, while also extending her record point total to 101.The Americans overcame three one-goal deficits before Knight scored twice in the span of 27 seconds to capitalize on a two-player advantage with the game tied at 3.With Brianne Jenner off for tripping and Claire Thompson penalized 1:11 later for delay of game, Knight snapped in a shot from the mid-slot to beat Ann-Renee Desbiens high on the glove side. Knight made it 5-3 by deflecting in Harvey̵...

Reflecting on the Boston Marathon bombing

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) –April 16 marks the start of the 2023 Boston Marathon, ten years after those in attendance experienced a bombing. While racers reflect on the 2013 bombing, spirits still remain high before Monday's race.Toni Rubino went to the marathon ten years ago to show show support for her friend, Shelly Waite, when the tragedy took place. "The runner had a three and a six year old and she wanted her kids to be there, so I took her kids. They could see their mom run the marathon, which made things ten times scarier," explained Rubino. NY Missing Persons Day honored in Albany When the bombs went off, Rubino was not very far from the second blast. "Being there on Boylston Street when the bombings happened, we froze, as did everyone. Nobody knew what it was at first," described Rubino.Rubino commended the Boston Police Department for their reaction as the events unfolded. "It kind of separates a common person from a first responder. When the second bomb went off, they ran r...

Cleanup in Hecker, Illinois after EF-1 tornado roars through

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

HECKER, Ill. - The National Weather Service reported Saturday night's storms brought at least seven tornadoes to the Missouri and Illinois region. Cleanup was underway in Hecker, Illinois, on Sunday after an EF-1 tornado tore through neighborhoods, taking off roofs and uprooting trees.Neighborhood streets were filled with piles of broken limbs and cut up pieces of trees. "It was chaos. Limbs were everywhere. My neighbor next door, trees had fallen in their yard and all that," Ethan Lauth said. "We cleaned up a lot of stuff and just from this morning, the town looks a lot better."Kids and neighbors were pitching in to clean up homes and yards."Well, this is what happens when you get hit by a tornado," said Noah Dillard. He could see the tornado coming and took shelter. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now FOX 2 Weather ...

‘It felt like the house was shaking’ – Storm cleanup in St. Louis County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – Following heavy storms Saturday night, residents across St. Louis County spent Sunday surveying the damage and starting the cleanup process.In Missouri, severe winds and rain tore through much of St. Louis and surrounding areas, including Valley Park, Ballwin, and in Fenton, where tornado warnings rang out.“Water was sheeting down this street like a river,” said Fenton resident Dan Flotron.As a result, downed trees, downed power lines, and plenty of debris could be found littering the ground, leaving a wake of destruction in its path in Fenton. Top Story: 4 tornadoes hit St. Louis region Saturday, National Weather Service says “I’ve never seen wind like this. It was pretty incredible how the trees just started bending right over and the trees started splitting right in half, falling down in the yard,” said Fenton resident Vince Sorrentino, owner of FM Roofing. “It just felt like it was shaking the whole house.”Sorrentino not only faces his own cleanup, his ...

PHOTOS: Maj. Gen. Maurice Rose Monument dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony in Denver

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

People stand below the newly erected Maj. Gen. Maurice Rose Monument in Lincoln Veterans Memorial Park on April 16, 2023 in Denver.A dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the new Major General Maurice Rose Monument erected in the Lincoln Veterans Memorial Park near the Colorado State Capitol. Rose is the most decorated battle tank commander in American history and the highest ranking Jewish soldier in World War II.He grew up in Denver in a prominent Jewish family and dropped out of high school to join the military. Rose served with valor in both World Wars. He was killed in action while leading his men from the front in 1945. General Dwight D. Eisenhower was quoted as saying ÒHe was not only one of our bravest and best, but was a leader who inspired his men to speedy accomplishment of tasks that to a lesser man would have appeared impossible.The monument, which was designed by sculptor George Lundeen and architect Seth Rosenman, in collaboration with Marshall Fogel and...

PHOTOS: 2023 Arvada Kite Festival

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

The Arvada Kite Festival took place at Stenger Sports Complex on April 16, 2023 in Arvada.Hundreds of people turned out for the popular event that took place under clear blue skies and cool spring temperatures. The wind was favorable but intermittent at times. People spent the day flying kites, shopping local vendors, eating local food and enjoying demos by the Rocky Mountain Kite Association.Get more Colorado news by signing up for our daily Your Morning Dozen email newsletter.

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Live updates and highlights from Game 1 of the 2023 NBA playoffs first-round matchup

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

Playoff basketball is here. For the first time in franchise history, the Nuggets are the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference. Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Timberwolves at Ball Arena in Denver.First-quarter updatesStart (8:57 p.m.): So TNT has joined the Nuggets-Wolves ‘cast at about the 8:30 mark of the first quarter. — Sean KeelerPregame updatesA little of #Nuggets hype video, featuring CB punching, Reggie cooking, Mike sniping and AG detonating. pic.twitter.com/b72Rni6U2V— Mike Singer (@msinger) April 17, 2023Game plan (8:44 p.m.): Noticed Joker taking a lot of 3-pointers during warmups. Something he’s waiting to deploy to stretch out Minnesota’s defense? — Mike SingerGame 1. pic.twitter.com/Qf1j87t2RT— Mike Singer (@msinger) April 17, 2023T-Wolves starters (8:01 p.m.): T-Wolves starters: Mike Conley, Anthony Edwards, NAW, KAT, Rudy Gobert. Slo-Mo will come off the bench. — Mike SingerSeries preview (8 p.m.): ...

1 man dead, another injured after shooting in Orange County 

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

Authorities with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department are seeking the public’s help after two men were shot in Stanton on Saturday. Deputies responded to the shooting on the 10000 block of Fern Avenue at 3:12pm. When they arrived on the scene, they found two adult males who suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, according to a news release from the OCSD. Officers attempted “life saving measures” before both victims were taken to the hospital. One man succumbed to his injuries and was later pronounced dead, and the other was taken into surgery. “The immediate area was searched for any potential suspects; However, no arrests have been made,” authorities announced. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who has information to assist the investigation is urged to call Sheriff’s Dispatch at 714-647-7000. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Orange County Crime Stoppers at 1-855-847-6227.

The 4/20 Hype List 2023

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:56 GMT

Every year there is even cooler stuff available for cannabis consumers on 4/20. It will be no different in 2023. There is a wide array of new products and strains sure to take our breath away in the coming months. Here are our must-have products for 4/20/23 next week: Puffco WizardCourtesy of PuffcoWhile the Gandalf-style pipe is nothing new, Starfish Designs was famous for pumping them out back in the day, in the past, glass versions have generally been designed for flower. With Puffco’s new Wizard attachment to complement the Proxy, you’ll now be able to smoke hash Gandalf, too. While it looks cool, some people find that little bit of extra space compared to the stock Proxy attachment rips a little bit smoother. The Wizard is $99.99, Talking Terps Clothing Courtesy of Talking TerpsFew artists have been able to get the cannabis scene as excited at the concept of high-end art as Talking Terps. Their knack for limited editions and luxury now sees their products gracing the offi...