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43 people assisted in Austin's latest HEAL Initiative encampment closures

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The City of Austin announced Wednesday the closures of additional encampments this week, with 43 people assisted through that effort.The city's Housing-Focused Encampment Assistance Link (HEAL) Initiative aided in closing the encampments at Barwood Park and the Tom Donovan Nature Trail at the Williamson Creek Greenbelt, per the release. Those 43 residents assisted were relocated to the city's Northbridge and Southbridge shelters. TRENDING NOW: Watch opening statements of Kaitlin Armstrong murder trial City officials added "enforcement presence will be maintained while cleanup is conducted" at the now-former encampments. Those experiencing homelessness and living at those camps were offered access to shelter along with assistance with housing resources, the release said.“Through HEAL, the City recognizes the challenges faced by those experiencing homelessness and commits to providing them with shelter, support and resources, while ensuring their dignity and well-bei...

Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has successful surgery to repair his Achilles

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

The road to recovery started on Wednesday morning as Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins had successful surgery to repair his Achilles.The organization released the following statement:“Kirk Cousins underwent successful surgery to repair his torn Achilles tendon this morning at Twin Cities Orthopedics in Eagan, Minn. The surgery was led by Dr. Chris Coetzee. The team will continue to provide updates, as appropriate, during Cousins’ recovery process.”After waking up from surgery, Cousins posted on social media, thanking the fan base for their continued support.He suffered the major injury on Sunday afternoon at Lambeau Field while leading the Vikings to a 24-10 win over the Green Bay Packers.In his absence, the Vikings acquired journeyman quarterback Josh Dobbs from the Arizona Cardinals at the trade deadline.Related ArticlesMinnesota Vikings | Vikings trade left guard Ezra Cleveland to Jaguars after rise of Dalton Risner Minnesota Vikings | Vikings trade for ...

Fort Ticonderoga tracing the genealogy of local history

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

TICONDEROGA, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Like any historic site, Fort Ticonderoga has history going back through countless family trees. In October, the fort launched a new project to trace where the roots lead. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The fort launched its new Ticonderoga Soldiers project last month. The project is taking a look at the genealogy that traces back to those who were stationed at Fort Ticonderoga between 1755 and 1783. Staff at the fort museum are looking through military records, orders, court documents, and personal letters to trace the lives behind a significant part of New York State history.“Interest in one’s ancestry has been a key aspect of Fort Ticonderoga’s existence for generations,” said Fort Ticonderoga Museum Curator Dr. Matthew Keagle. “Today, with new and easier ways to access genealogical material, we are seeing a renaissance in genealogical research and interest in connections to Fort Ticonderoga."The...

Plainfield man arraigned for alleged child enticement

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- A Plainfield man was arraigned in Berkshire Superior Court for disseminating matter harmful to a minor and enticing a child under 16. Jamie Wooldridge, 49, allegedly tried to entice a child over Facebook between 2022 and October 4, 2023. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Wooldridge reportedly had sexual conversations on Facebook with an individual he believed to be a 14-year-old in North Adams. During the conversations, Wooldridge allegedly acknowledged the girl was 14 and stated that he was aware of possible consequences if anyone discovered their conversations. The two made arrangements to meet in person. When Wooldridge arrived at the meeting point, he was taken into custody by the North Adams Police Department. The person he had been in contact with was an undercover North Adams police officer posing as a teenage girl.Police recovered two condoms in his pocket and the phone he was communicating o...

'Cautious optimism' ahead of negotiations on SAG-AFTRA strike's 111th day

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

In a bit of serendipity, the Hollywood actors' strike against television and movie producers hit its 111th day on Wednesday, Nov. 1, which is 11/1 when written numerically.The celebrate the coincidence, SAG-AFTRA encouraged members to join union officials at Disney Studios in Burbank ahead of more negotiations later Wednesday.Tuesday was "productive," negotiation insiders told Variety, and there's "cautious optimism" about a deal being reached.If that optimism bears out, the timing could have big implications."The studios have warned that they must get a deal this week in order to be able to produce partial seasons of scripted network TV series," Variety reported.Details on a potential deal remain shrouded in secrecy, but important issues include financial topics and the use of artificial intelligence.

Groups team up to combat fast-rising PG&E electric and gas bills

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

OAKLAND — Consumer groups, politicians, labor unions and advocacy organizations have teamed up to combat fast-rising increases in PG&E monthly bills and demand more accountability from the utility behemoth.FAIR California, as the diverse coalition is called, has banded together just ahead of a vote by state regulators on Thursday that’s expected to bestow on PG&E the go-ahead to shove monthly power bills higher — once again — starting in January.“We have to create a sufficiently substantial counterweight to the massive political power of PG&E, its investors and its political allies,” Sam Liccardo, San Jose’s former mayor, and one of the principal leaders of FAIR California, said in an interview with this news organization.For decades, The Utility Reform Network, or TURN, has waged a fight nearly single-handedly to oppose rising utility bills delivered by California’s three major utilities, PG&E, Southern California Edis...

San Francisco man facing 6 months in jail for assaulting ex-girlfriend

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

(BCN) -- A San Francisco man is facing six months in county jail after being convicted of assaulting his former girlfriend in her own home, prosecutors said.A jury found Melchor Manriquechan, 34, guilty of assault, the San Francisco District Attorney's Office said in a statement Tuesday.On Aug. 28, 2022, Manriquechan's ex-girlfriend was sitting on the floor of her apartment with him. Prosecutors said he became upset when the victim received a text message, telling her that she was receiving text messages from other men.He violently grabbed the victim by the hair and pulled her toward him, but she broke free and ran toward a hallway bathroom. Prosecutors said he followed her and grabbed her by the left arm, but she was able to break free again, lock herself inside the bathroom, and call 911. Trespassing man exposed himself to girls in North Bay middle school restroom: police While speaking with dispatch, the victim heard Manriquechan open the front door and leave the apartment. She...

Alameda man pleads guilty to Ponzi scheme after defrauding people of approximately $2 million

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

(BCN) -- An Alameda man has pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges related to cheating investors, the U.S. Department of Justice said Tuesday.Long Nguyen, 35, defrauded at least 20 people out of about $2 million, prosecutors said. Nguyen admitted that between September 2015 and July 2021, he made false statements about himself, his investment opportunities, how he would invest his victims' money, and what he did with their money.Nguyen told potential investors that he was a billionaire and that other people who invested had received a high rate of return. He also told people he was creating a hedge fund and that he had great investment opportunities in companies that had not yet made an initial public offering. Danville bank robbed, police searching for suspect Nguyen also said he managed a real estate investment trust that would provide his victims with monthly income. Nguyen admitted creating fake screenshots that purported to show victims' growing investment account balances, ...

Sports on TV for November 6 – 12

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

Adv04(All times Eastern)Schedule subject to change and/or blackoutsMonday, November 6COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S)4:30 p.m.TRUTV — Hall of Fame Series: Georgia vs. Oregon, Las Vegas7 p.m.PEACOCK — Princeton at Rutgers10 p.m.TNT — Southern Cal vs. Kansas St., Las Vegas10:30 p.m.FS1 — Cal St.-Fullerton at San Diego St.COLLEGE BASKETBALL (WOMEN’S)1 p.m.ESPN — South Carolina vs. Notre Dame, Paris2:30 p.m.TRUTV — Southern Cal vs. Ohio St., Las Vegas7:30 p.m.TNT — LSU vs. ColoradoNFL FOOTBALL8:15 p.m.ABC — LA Chargers at NY JetsESPN — LA Chargers at NY JetsESPN2 — LA Chargers at NY Jets (ManningCast)VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN’S)9:30 p.m.ESPNU — Athletes Unlimited: Team Linnehan vs. Team Edmond, Mesa, Ariz._____Tuesday, November 7COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S)7 p.m.FS1 — Stony Brook at St. John’s9 p.m.ESPN — Baylor vs. Auburn, Sioux Falls, S.D.FS1 — Florida A&M at CreightonCOLLEGE FOOTBALL7 p.m.ESPN — College Football Playoff: Top 25ESPNU — TBA7:30 p.m.ESPN2 — TBANHL HOCKEY7:30 p.m.TNT — Detroit at NY...

‘I get to tackle people, and not get into trouble:’ 2nd grader is only girl in Loudoun youth football league

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:34:24 GMT

Seven-year-old Julia Arnold thought she wanted to be on the cheer squad for the Upper Loudoun Youth Football League: “I started cheer, and then I looked at the boys and said, ‘I’m done with cheer. I want to play football. That looks really fun for me.'”The 2nd grader’s parents Karen and Jeramy Arnold said their daughter has just finished her first season in the league, as the sole girl player.“I get to tackle people all I want and I don’t get into trouble,” Julia said.Julia Arnold playing in the Upper Loudoun Youth Football League. (Courtesy Karen Arnold)She remembers telling her parents she wanted to play, rather than cheer: “They were really happy for me because they knew that would be a great sport for me.”When her parents were asked if they were concerned for her safety, her mom said “I wanted to give her the opportunity. I thought it was a fair shot, and try it, and see if you like it. She ended up loving it the ...