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Heat-related illness on the rise in Central Texas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Central Texas will continue to see more hot weather in the weeks ahead, but even with the warnings emergency crews are seeing a rise in heat-related illness calls."I am dying," said Kibbs Fortilus, who is a camp counselor. "This is not water, this is sweat."Fortilus said keeping campers cool is important, and with the extreme temperatures many of the activities are inside. FORECAST | Slowly turning down the heat over the next week "All of our sports, maybe some of our more intense sports, are done indoors," said Fortilus.For some people, there is no way to avoid working in this extreme heat. Construction crews, linemen and any other outdoor jobs spend much of their day outside."In the last two weeks we have seen a dramatic increase in call volume for heat-related emergencies," said Wes Hopkins with Austin-Travis County EMS."What the emergency departments are seeing are the younger males coming in, and I would venture to guess that it is mainly those occupational wo...

MN 36-Fairview Avenue interchange in Roseville closed for next month

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Transportation has announced that the ramps and loops between Minnesota 36 and Fairview Avenue in Roseville will be closed for the next month. The closure took effect Monday.Fairview Avenue between County Road B and County Road B2 will have a single lane open in both directions. There will be right-in, right-out access only in both directions, and no traffic across Fairview through the end of late August.Crews will rebuild and realign the ramps and loops at Minnesota 36 and Fairview Avenue near the mall in Roseville in summer 2023. (Courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Transportation)MnDOT recommends an alternative route to Fairview via I-35W or Snelling Avenue to County Road C.The closures are part of an effort to reduce traffic backups, improve drainage, and bring existing sidewalks up to the standards of the Americans with Disability Act. Compliance with the ADA may include adding curb cuts and implementing accessible pedestrian signals.The project ...

St. Paul man identified as victim of fatal shooting in Minneapolis

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

A 26-year-old St. Paul man has been identified as the victim in a fatal shooting last weekend in Minneapolis.According to the Hennepin County medical examiner’s office, Ali Abdul Reed, 26, of St. Paul, died of multiple gunshot wounds.Minneapolis police say that shortly before 1 a.m. Sunday, officers from the 3rd Precinct were called to a shooting in the 2000 block of Chicago Avenue. When they arrived, they found Reed outside with gunshot injuries. The officers performed medical aid until an ambulance arrived.Despite the efforts to save his life, Reed was pronounced dead at the scene.Witnesses told investigators they heard people arguing before they heard gunshots.Homicide detectives are still investigating.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | St. Paul teen charged with murder in North St. Paul gun robbery; 4 other teens charged as accomplices Crime & Public Safety | Man sentenced to workhouse in Ramsey County child sexual exploitation stin...

St. Paul teen charged with murder in North St. Paul gun robbery; 4 other teens charged as accomplices

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

Prosecutors say a 17-year-old was the shooter of a 24-year-old in his North St. Paul apartment last week and they charged him with murder Tuesday.Five teens are now charged in all. The Ramsey County attorney’s office also charged a 16-year-old Tuesday with aiding and abetting murder. Three others, each 19 years old, were charged with the same offense last week in the homicide of Anthony R. Rojas.North St. Paul police said they recovered about 20 firearms in the case, along with hundreds of rounds of ammunition.Rojas was killed June 19 in his apartment in the 2100 block of North McKnight Road. Officers sent to the apartment about 6:15 p.m. discovered two open and empty gun safes and a 3D printer in the apartment. It appeared Rojas was using the printer to create lower receivers for handguns, according to criminal complaints in the homicide.One of the teens who is charged told police that Abo Eshun Essilfie, the 17-year-old, was hanging out in Rojas’ apartment with him and...

Delmar teen is "sold" on auctioneering, just like Dad

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) —  The phrase "raising money for a good cause" is a way of life for Tom Stebbins, a professional emcee and auctioneer. His 15-year-old daughter, Lyla Stebbins is "sold" on becoming the next certified auctioneer in the family. Tom is a member of the National Auctioneers Association and the owner of the event consulting firm—Bidfire Auctions and Fundraising. He's hosted fundraisers for countless charities, from the Make-a-Wish Foundation and Mohawk Hudson Humane Society to the Epilepsy Foundation and the Pride Center of the Capital Region.“Gosh, I’ve raised way over 10 million dollars easily," Tom said. "People are giving their hard-earned dollars for a wonderful cause, and you've got to make sure to bring that energy, bring that appreciation."A certain cause pulled on Lyla's heartstrings and inspired her to learn more about her dad's skillset. "The reason I got started was because the American Heart Association is a charity that’s very dear to me," Lyla sai...

Gloversville man arrested following drug investigation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of Ryan T. McCue, 34, of Gloversville. McCue had an active warrant from the Montgomery County Court. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the police, McCue was the focus of a long-term investigation into the sale of controlled substances in Amsterdam. McCue sold controlled substances to a law enforcement source in November 2022.McCue was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell and criminal sale of a controlled substance. He was arraigned in Montgomery County Court on June 20. He was released on his own recognizance.

Best vegetarian-friendly restaurants around Albany, according to Yelp

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- If you’re looking for some great vegetarian options in the Capital Region, you have quite a few options. These are the best vegetarian-friendly restaurants in the Albany area, according to Yelp. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! 10. Hu's HouseYou can view the menu on the Hu's House website.Rated 4 out of 5 (173 reviews)Price: $$Address: 1619 Central Avenue in AlbanyTop review: “Stopped here for a quick dinner before jumping on a flight. I was actually surprised they had authentic Shanghainese in Albany and they have a very extensive menu. And speaking of menu, I loved that almost every dish had a picture. There's so many things I grew up eating that I'm not sure the name is and the pictures definitely helped. Ordered soup dumplings, kingdom pork chop, and eggplant garlic sauce. It was all very good comfort food, although I thought it was weird that they charge $0.50 for rice....times are tough! Servic...

NYSP: Guilderland woman allegedly stole over $9,000 from employer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- State Police in Latham arrested Nicole M. Lynch, 36, for grand larceny in the third degree and falsifying business records in the first degree. Lynch was taken into custody following an investigation into a complaint from a Colonie business that an employee took money without permission. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the police, Lynch was working for the company in a management role. Lynch reportedly falsified business records and stole over $9,000. Lynch was processed at SP Guilderland and issued an appearance ticket for the Colonie Town Court on July 19.

Ryan Seacrest will host 'Wheel of Fortune' after Pat Sajak retires next year

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The category? “Proper Name.” The answer? Ryan Seacrest, who will become the new “Wheel of Fortune” host after Pat Sajak's retirement next year. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Seacrest and Sony Pictures Television announced Tuesday that Seacrest has signed a multiyear deal to host the long-running game show starting with Season 42. Sajak recently announced the upcoming 41st season would be his last on the show.“I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak," Seacrest said in a statement. “I can say, along with the rest of America, that it’s been a privilege and pure joy to watch Pat and Vanna on our television screens for an unprecedented 40 years, making us smile every night and feel right at home with them.” Who will replace Pat Sajak on ‘Wheel of Fortune’? Seacrest in his statement also praised Vanna White, another mainstay of “Wheel of Fortune,” and signaled she wou...

Blues acquire Kevin Hayes from Flyers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS - On the eve of the NHL Draft, the St. Louis Blues have completed their first trade of the 2023 offseason. The Blues have officially acquired forward Kevin Hayes from the Philadelphia Flyers. The Blues sent only a 2024 sixth-round draft pick to complete the deal. Expired tags ‘nightmare’: Woman gets car back as neighbor’s truck gets towed away Hayes had played 634 games over nine NHL seasons with the Flyers, New York Rangers and Winnipeg Jets. He finished with 18 goals, 36 assists and 54 points last year, just one point shy of his career-high. A former first-round draft pick, Hayes has three years remaining on a long-term contract he signed with Philadelphia in 2019. The Flyers are expected to retain half of Hayes' annual salary (around $3.5 million per year) for the remainder of his contract, according to The Athletic's Blues beat reporter Jeremy Rutherford. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscri...