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Groups to file lawsuit over Texas bill that bans transgender youth health care

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Several legal groups announced Thursday that they're planning to file a lawsuit over a Texas bill that will ban transgender minors from getting gender-related healthcare. Senate Bill 14 passed the Senate with a 19-12 vote Wednesday, sending the bill to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk to be signed into law. MORE: Bill banning puberty blockers, hormone treatments for trans kids sent to Texas governor LGBTQ+ legal advocate groups Lambda Legal, the American Civil Liberties Union, the American Civil Liberties Union of Texas, and Transgender Law Center said in a press release they're pledging to file a lawsuit against the "sweeping" legislation. The groups said the bill bans transgender youth from accessing "medically necessary care.""[The bill] bans the only evidence-based care for gender dysphoria for transgender people under 18 and aims to strip doctors of their medical licenses for providing their patients with the care they know to be medically necessary," the releas...

Austin lowering speed limits on these North Lamar Boulevard sections

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Drivers along North Lamar Boulevard should keep their eyes peeled for lower speed limits in the near future.Austin City Council voted Thursday to approve modifications to speed limits within four segments along the North Lamar Boulevard corridor.Currently, North Lamar Boulevard from Parmer Lane to Braker Lane features 50 miles-per-hour speeds under city code. On the books now is a 35 miles-per-hour speed limit between Oak Brook Drive and Little Oak Drive, near Brentwood Christian School.North Lamar Boulevard Speed Limit ChangesDownloadFollowing council action, North Lamar Boulevard from Parmer Lane to just north of Oakbrook Drive will reduce to 45 miles per hour, while Oakbrook Drive to Braker Lane will drop to 40 miles per hour. Near Brentwood Christian School, the speed will decrease to 30 miles per hour between Oak Brook Drive and Little Oak Drive.As of now, North Lamar Boulevard near West Yager Lane and the Not Your Ordinary School Charter School is listed at 35...

Extreme heat in Austin is shortening our 'mosquito season'

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — With recent heavy rain and warming spring temperatures over the past week, there has been a noticeable jump in the amount of mosquito activity in and around Central Texas. How to keep mosquitoes away: Tips from Texans, pest control experts But a new analysis from our partners over at Climate Central show some surprising results for Central Texas. The duration of our 'mosquito season' here in Austin, Texas is (on average) actually shortening, not increasing.What's to blame for a shortening 'mosquito season'? Extreme heat. Central Texas is simply becoming too hot during our summer months. According to Climate Central, "Most of the 61 locations that experienced a decrease in mosquito days since 1979 are in the South, where summer temperatures may frequently exceed the upper range (95°F) for suitable mosquito conditions in this analysis".Mosquitos love climates that are warm and humid. You may notice more mosquito activity in your neighborhood when temperatures are clo...

Third man sentenced in connection with 2019 north Austin murder

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A third man was convicted and sentenced in connection with a May 2019 murder Tuesday, according to Travis County court documents.On Tuesday, a judge sentenced 26-year-old Timothy Bowie to 35 years on a murder charge and 10 years on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge, according to court documents.Records showed Bowie pleaded guilty to the two charges April 18, and as part of the plea deal, there was a maximum sentence of 40 years.Bowie was arrested along with two others in connection to the murder of 28-year-old Jannerra Williams at a north Austin hotel in May 2019. PAST COVERAGE:Two arrested, face murder charges in connection with north Austin hotel shootingThird suspect identified in connection with north Austin hotel fatal shootingMan pleads guilty to May 2019 murder at north Austin hotelMan who faced 40 years for 2019 north Austin murder sentenced to 15Man receives 40 years for 2019 murder, second conviction in caseRoosevelt Haynes III and...

Burnsville man convicted in fatal Eagan gas station shooting

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

A Dakota County jury has found a Burnsville man guilty of fatally shooting a 33-year-old man outside an Eagan gas station in 2021.Sakaria Osman Ahmed (Courtesy of the Dakota County sheriff’s office)Jurors deliberated for about 11 hours before convicting Sakaria Osman Ahmed, 32, of second-degree murder (with intent-not premeditated) for killing Faisal A. Abukar of Eagan at Marathon gas station on Silver Bell Road, just east of the Twin Cities Premium Outlet Mall.During the trial, which began May 8, Ahmed claimed self-defense and defense of others. A message left Thursday with Ahmed’s attorney was not immediately returned.A sentencing date has not been scheduled.According to the criminal complaint, witnesses told police that prior to the shooting, four men, who had arrived in two separate cars, were arguing.Abukar’s car pulled up alongside the other and Ahmed’s friend got out and tried to sit in the back seat. An argument ensued.Abukar’s friend told police that Ahmed’...

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: May 19-21

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From festivals to the Schenectady Tater Trot to Trevor Noah performing at Proctors, there are quite a few things happening on May 19, 20 and 21. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, May 19St. Sophia Greek Festival, St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church at 440 Whitehall Road in Albany, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.Trevor Noah, Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Proctors website.Tri-City ValleyCats vs. Washington Wild Things, Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in Troy, 6:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Tri-City ValleyCats website. Restaurant with Scandinavian twist opens in Greene County Saturday, May 20Great Escape opening day, 1172 Route 9 in Queensbury, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. You can buy tickets and passes on the Six Flags website.St. Sophia Greek Festival, St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church...

Police: Man arrested with loaded handgun on Quail Street

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany man has been charged after police said he was found to be illegally possessing a loaded handgun. The man, Tamir Tunnell, 23, was arrested by Albany Police Department on May 16. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! At 6:30 p.m. on May 16, police patrol officers stopped Tunnell in the area of Quail Street and First Street in regard to an ongoing investigation. During the stop, officers found Tunnell to be in possession of a loaded 9mm handgun that was concealed in his waistband. Tunnell was taken into custody after the firearm was recovered by police. He was charged with one count of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Hussain guilty of manslaughter in Schoharie limo crash trial Tunnell was arraigned in Albany City Criminal Court and remanded to the Albany County Jail.

Janae Edmondson, after life-changing injuries in St. Louis crash, graduates high school

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

SMYRNA, Tenn. – Months after a life-changing tragedy in St. Louis, teenage girl Janae Edmondson reached a major personal milestone over the weekend. Janae graduated from Smyrna High School over the weekend. Family members shared a photo of her with a diploma on for GoFundMe page Wednesday. Trending -- Officers save llama on the loose in north St. Louis County "Through all of this, she has fought hard to do the things she originally set out to do this senior year," said Janae's mother Marilyn Edmondson. "These moments help us to keep stepping forward but the road is still really hard each day. Please keep praying for her and our family. It is so appreciated." Janae has committed to Middle Tennessee State University for this fall, and she will serve in various roles for the volleyball program as she continues to recover. In February, Janae was visiting St. Louis with her family for a volleyball tournament. While walking around downtown St. Louis, a speeding driver failed to yield a...

JBloom Designs has a new line of jewelry called PERMALIN

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - JBloom Designs is known for high quality jewelry at a fantastic price point. They are a locally owned and operated company in St. Peters, Missouri. Co-founder Jennifer Bonacorsi stopped by to show and tell about the new jewelry line called PERMALINX. It’s permanent jewelry and Jennifer takes us through how it’s applied! JBloomDesigns.com

Missouri man claims America's first alien abduction

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:04:59 GMT

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Mo – In the Ozarks, the urban legend of Buck Nelson stands as a prominent figure in American alien abduction stories. This article delves into Nelson's extraordinary experiences, his book, and the annual UFO conventions he organized on his ranch.Nelson, is one of the first Americans to claim he was abducted by aliens. His accounts of extraterrestrial encounters can be found in newspapers, historical records, and the memories of local residents. In fact, Nelson himself authored a book titled "My Trip to Mars, the Moon, and Venus." Initially priced at $1.25, it recounted his remarkable journey through space.According to Nelson's book, his UFO travels began when he claimed to have met his cousin, Bucky Nelson. This encounter, documented by Fanny Lowery, described an extraordinary friendship with an extraterrestrial being named Bucky. Buck Nelson was transported to Mars, Earth's moon, and Venus aboard a flying saucer. While his descriptions of these places were limited, t...