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25-year-old single mom and newborn among evacuees from Cedar Park brush fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

CEDAR PARK (KXAN) — Makayla Cray didn't even have time to grab diapers on her way out of the apartment Tuesday, flames flaring up behind her shortly after she rushed to evacuate. Maykayla Cray and her newborn, Parmer Lane Fire Evacuees. (KXAN photos/Jala Washington).On Wednesday morning, she returned to the Bexley at Silverado complex as a helicopter circled around the residential area, dumping water on lingering flames and hot spots. Her building is right next to the one that was destroyed by the fire in the residential area, she told KXAN Reporter Jala Washington. Not able to get back inside, a Cedar Park Police Officer offered to go back into her unit to grab diapers, medication and bottles for her newborn. This story will be updated by Reporter Jala Washington.

Gov. Greg Abbott holds ceremonial signing of historic property tax cut package

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Gov. Greg Abbott will hold a ceremonial signing of a historic property tax cut Wednesday afternoon. Abbott officially signed the $18 billion package last month, sending the proposals to voters for their approval later this year.The governor will hold a ceremonial signing at 1 p.m. The signing will be live-streamed in this story and on the KXAN Facebook page. Abbott posted on social media Wednesday he was "proud to sign into law the largest property tax cut in Texas history.""Over $18 BILLION will go back to Texans, providing property tax relief to homeowners, seniors, and small businesses," the post read. In another post, he said, "Texas has the fastest growing economy in the nation. The money from our state's historic budget surplus belongs to hardworking Texans. We are giving that money back with the LARGEST property tax cut in Texas history."The package puts $12.6 billion of the state’s historic budget surplus toward making cuts to school taxes for...

Visitation School to mark 150th anniversary with events Friday-Sunday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

Visitation School in Mendota Heights is marking its 150th anniversary with three days of events beginning Friday.The school was founded in 1873 when six Visitation nuns traveled on a steamship to the area from St. Louis. They docked at Lower Landing in St. Paul on Aug. 12 and started teaching 29 students in the iniital year.The school’s celebration will include several alumna events on Friday. On Saturday and Sunday events open to the public will be held on the school grounds at 2455 Visitation Drive.Saturday events will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. They will include carnival games, live music and food trucks. On Saturday evening an outdoor concert — from 7 to 10 p.m. — will feature Martin Zellar and the Hardways with Ross Bell opening. The concert is for those 21 years and older.Sunday will feature a 10 a.m. Mass with Visitation nuns and Archbishop Bernard Hebda at the school. A continental breakfast will be served afterward. For more information visit visitatio...

SP: Suspect issued bad checks to pay for car repairs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 39-year-old resident of Cornwallville was arrested on Wednesday for using bad checks to pay for car repair services. Jessica M. Glendenning was charged with grand larceny in the third degree, grand larceny in the fourth degree, scheme to defraud in the first degree, and two counts of issuing a bad check. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the New York State Police, a complaint was made on April 19 at a car service center in Colonie. Police determined that Glendenning wrote a check for over $1,000 for repair services. The account the check was written from had been closed since June 2022. Glendenning also failed to provide payment when the business reached out to her on multiple occasions.Police discovered that Glendenning submitted another check for car repairs at a different car service center in Colonie in March 2022. The payment was for over $3,000 worth of repair services. The account th...

Nederland man facing arson, animal cruelty charges in Tuesday fire that killed dog

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

A Nederland man is facing arson and animal cruelty charges after a structure fire on Wolftongue Cabin Court Tuesday morning that killed a dog.Homeowner Jarrod Rothwell, 30, admitted to playing with a butane lighter that caught clothes on fire in the basement of the two-story cabin, according to the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office news release.According to the release, deputies smelled smoke at 1:53 a.m. Tuesday, and then discovered the cabin fully engulfed.Multiple departments responded to battle the fire and fire personnel search the home for any occupants but found no one, the release said. No injuries to people were reported and no other structures were damaged.Deputies later learned from Rothwell that a dog was in the home at the time of the fire which he did not try to save or alert first responders of.The dog was later found dead inside the residence.Rothwell was arrested on suspicion of fourth-degree arson and misdemeanor animal cruelty. He was taken into custody and is sched...

Road Closed Following Multi-Vehicle Crash on Bollinger Canyon [San Ramon, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

Three-Vehicle Collision on Crow Canyon Road Resulted in ClosuresSAN RAMON, CA (August 9, 2023) – Thursday afternoon, a multi-vehicle crash on Bollinger Canyon resulted in multiple road closures.The collision happened around 4:00 p.m. on U.S. 95 and mile marker 39 in Mineral County.According to authorities, numerous vehicles collided for reasons still unknown, near Crow Canyon.Moreover, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Authorities did not release any additional information at this time.However, a further investigation is underway to determine the cause and factors leading up to the collision.Thousands of people are injured each year due to reckless driving. If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. You can help prevent an accident by abiding by all traffic laws and observing safety precautio...

Sarah King Killed in Bicycle Collision on Commerce Boulevard [Rohnert Park, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

51-Year-Old Woman Pronounced Dead after Pickup-Truck Crash on Commerce BoulevardROHNERT PARK, CA (August 9, 2023) – Friday afternoon, Sarah King was killed in a bicycle collision on Commerce Boulevard.The incident happened around 12:40 p.m., in the 5700 block of Commerce Boulevard.Per reports, the driver of a Dodge Ram 1500 was heading north from a parking lot and struck a bicyclist who was heading south on the eastbound lanes.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the female cyclist dead at the scene. Authorities later identified her as 51-year-old King, of Santa Rosa.Meanwhile, the driver of the van remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. Officers do not believe that drugs or alcohol played a factor. Once available, more details will be provided.The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Sarah...

U.S. Marshal Injured after Multi-Vehicle Crash on State Route 70 [Sutter County, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

Two-Vehicle Crash on Nicolaus Avenue Left U.S. Marshal HurtSUTTER COUNTY, CA (August 9, 2023) – Thursday morning, a U.S. marshal was injured in a multi-vehicle crash on State Route 70.The incident occurred around 7:20 a.m. at State Route 70 near Nicolaus Avenue.According to the investigators, the marshal noticed an accident and was going to do a U-turn from the northbound side of Highway 70 to assist.He was hit from behind while making the turn, causing his SUV to roll over, injuring him in the process.Emergency crews responded to the scene shortly after. No other injuries were reported from the crash at this time.No further details are public at this time; however, more information will be provided once made available.Driving can be very dangerous and almost anything can happen if you are not prepared. Always check behind your vehicle before backing. Do not depend on mirrors alone and always back at a slow speed. By driving in a safe and legal manner, you can help avoid causi...

Ohio vote shows power of abortion rights at the ballot box

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

By Sara Burnett and Christine Fernando | Associated PressCHICAGO — Abortion wasn’t technically on the ballot in Ohio’s special election. But the overwhelming defeat of a measure that would have made it tougher to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution this fall was the latest indicator that the issue remains a powerful force at the ballot box.The election saw record turnout for what’s typically a sleepy August election date and sets up another battle in November, when Ohio will be the only state this year to have reproductive rights on the ballot. It also gives hope to Democrats and other abortion rights supporters who say the matter could sway voters their way again in 2024. That’s when it could affect races for president, Congress and statewide offices, and when places such as the battleground of Arizona may put abortion questions on their ballots as well.Democrats described the victory in Ohio, a one-time battleground state that has shifted mar...

Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and ‘Barbie’ are unleashing the spending power of women

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:49 GMT

By Vanessa Yurkevich | CNNNew York  — It’s the summer of girl power, fueled by Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and “Barbie.”Millions of people across generations are paying through the nose for these experiences, providing a women-powered boost to the economy.“I loved going with my family” to Taylor Swift and “Barbie,” said 15-year-old Chelsea Deutsch. “I don’t think I would have rather had it any other way.”“Barbie” has so far raked in over $1 billion and counting at the box office. Beyoncé’s tour has been such a success, she was blamed for boosting inflation in Stockholm. And the final six nights of Taylor Swift’s Eras tour in Los Angeles are expected to bring $320 million to the city, according to the California Center for Jobs and the Economy.“Barbie” was distributed by Warner Bros., which is owned by CNN’s parent company Warner Bros. Discovery.“I think what we’re seeing right now is that women are not to be underestimated. They lift up economies and that impact is not to be overlooked,” ...