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How Central Texas' population boom has affected Austin's wildlife

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- As Central Texas continues to attract more and more residents, some of the region's most vulnerable animals are in need of extra care and services.For decades, nonprofit Austin Wildlife Rescue (AWR) has worked to help rescue and rehabilitate sick, injured and orphaned wildlife animals. Each year, the nonprofit cares for between 8,000 and 9,000 animals, said Hayley Hudnall, executive director of AWR.As the region continues to attract more residents and developments bloom across Central Texas, those needs become all the more apparent, Hudnall said. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: How to safely help wildlife during Texas summer heat "All of these animals are either losing their habitat, or they're being forced to live in cities, which means more human-animal contact and conflict, usually," she said. "We want to humanely coexist with these animals as much as we can. But we're also living in their habitat, so we need to make some room for them and understand that they're going to b...

Austin leaders respond to self-driving vehicle safety concerns

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin leaders provided an update Tuesday on the city's growing number of autonomous vehicles.Currently, three AV companies have established services in Austin, with Cruise operating commercially and both Volkswagen ADMT and Waymo testing their vehicles in the Texas capital. Approximately 125 fully electric AVs are currently in commercial and/or testing use in Austin, per the city memo.While City of Austin transportation officials noted the ability of these AVs "bringing increased accessibility and playing a role in supporting sustainability" initiatives, the memo did note city leaders have received increasing numbers of comments reflecting public safety concerns with the vehicles.Under the Texas Transportation Code, state leadership ultimately oversees the operations and implementation of AVs in Texas. Per the Texas Transportation Code, "a political subdivision of this state or a state agency may not impose a franchise or other regulation related to the operation o...

Loons’ leading scorer Bongi Hlongwane in line for return vs. New England

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

Minnesota United’s attacking pieces are going through a revolving door — and just in the nick of time.Striker Teemu Pukki has joined the Finland national team for the next week and will miss the Loons’ game against New England on Saturday. Meanwhile, winger Bongi Hlongwane returned to full training Tuesday, setting up a return from a knee injury this weekend.“Hopefully he has no reaction to the work he’s done (Tuesday) morning, and we will build him up this week,” manager Adrian Heath said.Hlongwane leads the Loons with 15 goals in all competitions, but hasn’t played in three straight games since exiting after a collision with a New York City player on Aug. 20.“He has played an awful lot of football,” Heath said. “It’s not like two weeks is going to really curtail his fitness. We are hopeful he comes through (Tuesday), and if he does, he should be available for weekend.”Pukki’s brief absence comes after he has scored a goal in each of the past two games, snapping a 729-minute scorin...

Despite hot weather, MN State Fair attendance soars to sixth-highest

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

We came for new favorites like pickle fries, we came for old favorites like the Giant Slide, we came to hear Brandi Carlile and Keith Urban and Duran Duran and others perform at the Grandstand, we got together so much for our Great Minnesota Get-Together that we made it the sixth-best Minnesota State Fair for attendance.Still, 2023’s 12-day attendance total of 1,835,826 is 6,396 fewer than 2022’s 1,842,222.The all-time attendance record was reached just before the pandemic, in 2019, with 2,126,551 (nearly 300,000 more than this year).This year’s strong numbers came despite the holiday weekend’s hot weather that caused a dip in attendance numbers compared to 2022.Still, the Fair isn’t just about numbers.“This was my first fair as CEO, and I was more awe-inspired by the dedication of so many than I could have imagined — the dedication of fair fans, staff, volunteers, vendors, livestock exhibitors, competitors, safety and security partners and so man...

Police search for missing man in Fulton County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Fulton County Sheriff's Office is searching for 47-year-old James E. Anderson Sr.. Anderson was reported missing from the Town of Johnstown/City of Gloversville area. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Police say Anderson was last seen around the middle to end of July. He is described as 6'3'' and weighs around 135 pounds. Anderson has green eyes and blond hair. Anyone with recent contact with him is asked to contact the Fulton County Sheriff's Office at (518) 736-2100.

USPS to host job fairs across the Capital Region

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Through September, the United States Postal Service is hosting job fairs across the Capital Region. All applicants must be 18 years of age and be able to work weekends and holidays. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Applications are accepted online only at www.usps.com/careers. USPS has immediate openings in the following positions:City Carrier Assistants - $19.33 per hourRural Carrier Associate - $19.94 per hourPSE Clerk - $20.05 per hourMail Handler Assistant - $17.32 per hourUSPS personnel will be on-site at each location to answer questions and provide information about the positions. The job fairs are as follows:August 8: Schenectady Heritage Post Office1976 Schuyler Street, Schenectady, NY, 1230310 a.m. to 2 p.m.August 9: Albany General Mail Facility30 Karner Road, Albany, NY, 122889 a.m. to 1 p.m.August 13: Schaghticoke Post Office172 Main Street, Schaghticoke, NY, 121541 to 5 p.m.August 15: Averill Park Po...

Fiber and fun set for 2023 Adirondack Harvest Festival

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

WESTPORT, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Essex County's annual harvest season festival isn't putting wool over any eyes - but wool is woven into the theme. This year's Adirondack Harvest Festival is set for Saturday, Sept. 23, and this year is set to put the focus on farm-grown fiber products. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The Adirondack Harvest Festival runs from noon to 5 p.m., populating the Essex County Fairgrounds with farmers and vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo, and horse-drawn wagons. This year, all that comes alongside demonstrations on how wool and fiber from animals like those raised across New York's North Country are used in baskets, paper, shoes and other projects. Visitors can learn for themselves with workshops on papermaking, weaving and botanical drying. Kids can get their hands on a chance to learn with children's workshops on finger knitting, natural tie dye, and felted soap.No festival is complete without some live music. Tun...

New York State sending masks, COVID-19 tests to schools for start of classes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) -- New York State is sending masks and COVID-19 rapid tests to school districts that request them for the start of the 2023-24 school year. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! According to a release sent by Gov. Kathy Hochul's office Tuesday, the state will conduct an outreach survey this week to determine which districts and organizations need masks and test kits. The supplies will then be delivered to the school districts for distribution.“Thanks to the hard work of New York schools, teachers, and parents, we have come a long way to ensure students can safely return to the classroom,” Hochul said in the Tuesday statement. “Frequent testing for COVID-19 is an important part of keeping our kids safe and preventing an outbreak. I will continue working to ensure our school districts have the resources they need to provide a safe, in-person learning environment for our students.” The governor also recommends school distr...

Eight active NFL players to know from the St. Louis area

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Heading into year eight without an NFL team in St. Louis, it might still be difficult for some locals to invest their fandom in the Rams or another football team. Fortunately, there are lots of homegrown talents to follow with the 2023 NFL season on the horizon. At least a dozen players between both states of the St. Louis metropolitan area will be rostered on NFL teams to start the upcoming season. The new NFL season kicks off Thursday with the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs set to host the Detroit Lions. And after that, we're only a few more days away from the first NFL Sunday of the 2023 season. Before many months of touchdowns, tailgates and checking fantasy football lineups, these are eight players to know with St. Louis roots. Ezekiel ElliottTeam: New England PatriotsPosition: Running backBorn: Alton, IllinoisHigh School: John Burroughs High SchoolZeke's impressive run as the Dallas Cowboys' lead rusher came to an end last season. He still proved ...

Man comes out with hands up after fatal Illinois shooting

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:15:37 GMT

TROY Ill. -- A woman is dead after a shooting in Troy, Illinois. Police say they have identified a suspect and that person is under arrest.Officers were called to the 2100 block of Tramore Tuesday for a report of a shooting. They found a man standing at the front door of the apartment with his hands up. He was placed in handcuffs by police. Call for Help closure has East St. Louis mothers crying for aid Police searched the building and found a woman with multiple gunshot wounds. Officers attempted to save her life until EMS arrived. She was eventually pronounced dead at the scene."There is no ongoing public safety concern. A suspect has been identified and in custody, We are grateful for the quick resolution to this incident," states Troy Police Chief Chris Wasser.The identity of the victim is expected to be released after all of her family has been notified of the death. This story will be updated after charges are filed in the shooting.