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Severe Thunderstorm Watch for all of Central Texas

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A mix of sun and clouds will push temperatures into the mid 80s and will help destabilize our atmosphere. Storm coverage should initiate first east of I-35 and possibly back build westward. At the same time, an approaching cold front to our northwest will develop storms there as well. As time progresses rain coverage from both areas of development will mean scattered to widespread storms across much of the area. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for all of central Texas until 10pm. Remember, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for the development of storms. If a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is issued then severe weather is happening or imminent and you need to act.Severe thunderstorm watch until 10 p.m.Initially storms that are on their own will carry a high risk for large hail, but as individual storms develop into a line the hail threat will transition to a straight line wind risk.Scattered strong to severe storms possible this even...

Texas Sen. Roland Gutierrez likely to challenge Ted Cruz in U.S. Senate run

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

SAN ANTONIO (Nexstar) — San Antonio Democrat Sen. Roland Gutierrez, who has made his way into the national spotlight for his advocacy on behalf of families who lost loved ones in the Uvalde school massacre, is likely to run for higher office according to a source close to the state senator. One source who works with Gutierrez confirmed to Nexstar on Thursday that the Democrat is considering challenging Republican incumbent U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz in 2024. Gutierrez will continue weighing his options and won't make a formal announcement about the race until the current legislative session is completed at the end of May.The San Antonio Express-News first reported Wednesday morning that Gutierrez is “nearly certain” to run.Gutierrez and one of his Texas Senate staffers declined to comment on the matter. The source close to the senator asked to not be named due to not being authorized to publicly talk about Gutierrez's considerations. The San Antonio Democrat has dedicated this leg...

NRG Stadium renaming itself ahead of Taylor Swift tour stops

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — NRG Stadium in Houston said it would be adding “(Taylor's Version)” to its name ahead of Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour shows. The performer is set to appear at the stadium in Houston from Friday, April 21 until her final show in the Lone Star State on Sunday, April 23.On its Twitter page, NRG Park made the announcement with tweets saying, “It's Me. Hi. NRG Stadium (Taylor's Version)” and “In our Taylor’s Version era.”This is not the first -- or likely last -- time a name change has taken place for The Eras Tour performer.For Taylor Swift’s opening shows in Glendale, Arizona, the city was temporarily renamed “Swift City.”Other cities quickly followed suit with other gifts for the performer. In Tampa, Florida, Taylor Swift was named “Mayor for a Day," while Arlington, Texas renamed a road Taylor Swift Way and gave her a key to the city.

UMN regents to hire interim president soon, can’t agree on salary

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents aims to appoint an interim president in the next two weeks and will consider both internal and external candidates, but not if they’re interested in the permanent job.Regents during a special meeting Thursday favored a relatively quick and controlled process handled by the board itself over a wide search heavy on public engagement.A May 5 hiring target would give the interim leader about five weeks to work alongside President Joan Gabel, who plans to start taking vacation time on June 9 before starting her new job as University of Pittsburgh chancellor.Regents spent five hours Tuesday discussing what they want from an interim president and what they’re willing to pay for it.They reached consensus around excluding candidates who might later seek a permanent appointment as president.“Being a candidate is distracting and influences some of the decision-making,” said Mary Davenport.“I don’t want someone who’s using the interim period as their...

Rhinebeck man accused of rape

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

COEYMANS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Adrian Cruz Cruz, 25, of Rhinebeck is facing multiple charges after police say he raped a 20-year-old woman. Cruz Cruz was arrested on April 19. Read the latest on the fatal shooting of Kaylin Gillis Police say he befriended the victim on social media and then went to her home and attacked her. Coeymans Police were assisted by New York State Police Troops G and K and the Albany County District Attorney's Sex Crime Unit.Charges:Rape in the First Degree (felony)Rape in the Second Degree (felony)Cruz Cruz was arraigned before Town Justice Thomas Frese. He was remanded to the Albany County Jail on no bail pending further court action.

Shred your documents in Glens Falls this week

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Tax day is past - now, it's shredding week. A community paper-shredding event is set for this Friday in the city of Glens Falls for those who need to do some spring cleaning with their tax documents and financial records. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! AARP New York is holding a free paper-shredding event at the Glens Falls Senior Center on Friday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is timed to give community members a chance to safely dispose of personal financial records and any other sensitive documents, in an effort against identity theft.The cause is no joke. In 2022, the Federal Trade Commission received 831 reports of fraud stemming from Warren and Washington counties alone. Fraud can target anyone, regardless of age, occupation, or other factors. Glens Falls gets funding for four transportation projects Friday's shredding event is one of more than 25 that AARP is set to run ac...

Watch: Buffalo Kickoff Live 2023 Mock Draft Special

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The NFL Draft is one week away, and Buffalo Kickoff Live is getting you ready with our Mock Draft Special. The BKL crew went through and made selections for each of the first 26 picks in this year's draft before getting to the Bills at pick No. 27, where all six members of the team revealed who they think Buffalo will select based on who is left.You can watch a full replay of the stream above and view a recap of every pick below.The BKL team consists of News 4’s Josh Reed and Heather Prusak, WROC’s Thad Brown, Sal Capaccio from WGR 550, Tim Graham from The Athletic and Matt Parrino from Syracuse.com.To find out more about some of the prospects, you can see some of our 30 prospects in 30 days series here.BKL Mock Draft Special recap1. Panthers: QB C.J. Stroud, Ohio State (Thad)2. Texans: QB Bryce Young, Alabama (Josh)3. Cardinals: EDGE Will Anderson Jr., Alabama (Matt)4. Colts: QB Anthony Richardson, Florida (Sal)5. Seahawks: DL Jalen Carte...

Bed bugs discovered at a St. Louis high school

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS – The Saint Louis Public School District confirmed bed bugs were found inside a high school twice in the last seven days, prompting visits from pest control.George Sells, an SLPS spokesperson, confirmed the incidents occurred at Vashon High School, located in the Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood. The first incident happened last Friday.The bugs were found in a small area in the building, Sells said. Due to the late hour in the school day, students were granted early dismissal while the district contacted pest professionals. The entire building was treated, and students returned to school this past Monday. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW On Wednesday, bed bugs were again discovered in a small area inside the building. The entire sch...

Motorcyclist dies in Fenton crash on Route 141

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

FENTON, Mo. - Crews are working to clear the scene of a deadly motorcycle crash Thursday afternoon on Route 141 in Fenton. Investigators say a motorcyclist died in a crash near the intersection of 141 and Bowles Avenue in the early afternoon hours. The motorcyclist reportedly collided with an SUV. Top Story: Former St. Louis prosecutor turned star witness says she won’t be silenced Traffic is backed up along Bowles Avenue and Route 141 as crews work to clear the scene. Drivers are asked to avoid the area and consider alternate routes, if possible. Police have not yet disclosed any other information about the crash, the victims, or what might have led up to it. An accident reconstruction team has responded to the scene for assistance. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

Takeaways from Sean Payton and George Paton’s Broncos pre-draft news conference: “Hopefully we can keep the golf carts upright”

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:16:22 GMT

Broncos coach Sean Payton and general manager George Paton took questions for 50 minutes ahead of next week’s NFL Draft on Thursday afternoon and covered plenty of ground from guards to golf carts.Here are five quick takeaways:Denver still adamant about keeping JeudyIf the Broncos plan to trade Jerry Jeudy on draft weekend, they’re continuing to obfuscate their intentions. In fact, Paton didn’t say outright that the team would exercise the receiver’s fifth-year option ahead of the May 2 deadline, but he certainly made it sound like Jeudy would be around after the draft to make that decision.“We’re really high on Jerry,” Paton said. “We don’t anticipate doing anything with Jerry. … We like Jerry. He’s going to be here.”Draft doesn’t have to go defense Denver spent a boatload of free agency dollars on offense to shore up its offensive line and add depth in the skill positions, but Paton and Payton said that ...