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Drought worsens as fire danger and heat persists

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Today will be our 50th triple digit day this year. Last year we had 68 triple digit days, 2011 had 90 by the end of the year. We don't anticipate high temperatures could drop below 100º until at least August 20 if not later.New drought data released Thursday morning showed worsening drought across much of the area. BLOG: When will 100º days end in Austin? Excessive Heat Warnings in effect todayExcessive Heat Warnings and Fire Weather Warnings are in effect again on Thursday with extreme heat, dry vegetation and gusty south winds. But a slight reduction in wind speeds compared to Wednesday's 30 mph gusts is expected to yield a slightly lower wildfire risk -- but still considerable at 4-out-of-5.Thursday fire danger forecastWe are seeing hints of at least a chance of rain beginning somewhere around Aug. 20, along with temperatures that may finally drop below 100°, but this is not yet a guarantee. Stay with KXAN and the First Warning Weather team for updates as the h...

The Domain starts multi-million dollar renovations, expected to take 2 years

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows KXAN Live's top headlines for Aug. 10, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Domain has started the first phase of a multi-million dollar renovation project that will last for the next two years.According to a release about the project, the first phase will focus on "providing the shopping destination's exteriors with a refreshed look and feel that complements the expansive high-end retail selection." The renovation will pave the way for the addition of several new boutiques and brands, including The Webster, Zimmermann, Veronica Beard, and more to be announced at a later date. Century Oaks Plaza, located between True Food Kitchen and North Italia, will also be "reimagined" during the renovations. The plaza will feature refinished terraced seating and a new lawn space, per the release. The Domain will undergo additional phases of renovation, which will take place throughout 2024 and 2025. The phases include further construction on building facades on the nort...

Ukrainian Festival coming to Cohoes

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

COHOES, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Ukrainian American Citizens Club in Cohoes announced they will be hosting their Ukrainian Festival. The event is scheduled for September 30. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The festival will feature traditional Ukrainian food, crafts and goods from a variety of vendors, with all proceeds going toward supporting Ukraine. The main event will run from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., followed by a dance from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. with live music by Volya. The Ukrainian American Citizens Club is located at 1 Pulaski Street. The event has an entrance fee of $10, or $5 for children 12-years-old and under.

Police: Possible link between sister's murder and brother missing since 1991

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

TROY, Mo. -- New information about a Lincoln County cold case may help police find out what happened to an 11-year-old boy who went missing over 30 years ago. The Sheriff's office says that a murder in the year 2000 may be connected to the disappearance of Charles "Arlin" Henderson on July 25, 1991.Arlin was last seen riding his bicycle in the Fountain N’ Lakes subdivision of Moscow Mills. It was found in a bean field off of North Ethlyn Road, about five miles away from his home. Scammers pose as utility workers to rob Belleville residents The Lincoln County Sheriff's Department sent a release to the media Thursday with the following statement:"Intriguingly, in the year 2000, Charles Arlin Henderson's sister, Joy Henderson-Leonard, 29, suffered a tragic fate when she was murdered by her husband, Robert "Bob" Leonard, who subsequently took his own life. Investigators believe that Bob and Joy Leonard may have had crucial information related to Charles Henderson's disappearance befor...

12-year-old accused in armed carjacking near St. Louis City Justice Center

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A 12-year-old is one of three suspects accused in an armed carjacking early Thursday morning near the St. Louis City Justice Center. The carjacking happened around 3:15 a.m. in the 200 block of South Tucker Boulevard in Downtown St. Louis. Calling out the Court: Missouri family battles jury summons for son who can’t serve The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department reports that a 33-year-old man was robbed of his vehicle, a silver Nissan Altima, by three suspected teenagers. At least one of the three suspects presented a firearm.Police found the stolen vehicle in the area of 10th Street and Cass Avenue. One suspect, a 12-year-old boy, was taken into custody after a brief foot chase. The other two suspects are on the run as of Thursday afternoon. The suspect arrested was taken into custody at the Juvenile Family Court. Police have not yet disclosed whether charges could be filed in this investigation.

Two bolt from Missouri traffic stop with 'We-High' license plate, later arrested

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

CLAY COUNTY, Mo. - A Missouri license plate reading "We-High" recently caught the attention of law enforcement, leading to the arrests of two people who bolted from a traffic stop.The Clay County Sheriff's Office in the Kansas City metropolitan area shared a dash-cam photo of an officer approaching the car around the time of the arrests last weekend. Calling out the Court: Missouri family battles jury summons for son who can’t serve In a viral Facebook post, the sheriff's office says. "A good way to avoid the attention of law enforcement while driving is not to flee from a traffic stop and not have a license plate that says, 'WE HIGH.'"Two people were arrested in this incident, but it's unclear if it led to charges. The Clay County Sheriff's Office calls it a "tough lesson" for the couple, though did not disclose if the couple was indeed high or under the influence.According to the Missouri Department of Revenue, drivers can opt for customized license plates with up to six charac...

Approved Home Improvements has their August Specials ready to go!

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

ST. LOUIS - August is the month to save on inspections, cleanings, and repairs to your fireplace and chimney!Here is the first big savings: 30% off internal chimney repairs with the work being done by August 31. The next special is an inspection and cleaning for just $179.Don’t delay; get your chimney and fireplace in working order before fireplace season!Call 314-780-6080, and visit ahillcstl.com

Five lightning-sparked fires burning across 5,212 acres in southwestern Colorado

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

Five lightning-sparked fires were burning across more than 5,200 acres around southwestern Colorado on Thursday after expanding overnight — spewing smoke that prompted renewed air quality health alerts — and firefighters tasked with full suppression were counting on rain.“If all we get is wind and lightning, things could pick up. There’s some single-tree torching and it can look pretty active at times, mostly in the afternoons,” federal Bureau of Land Management spokeswoman Niki Carpenter said at the Little Mesa fire, which was burning pinon, juniper and sage forest and grew to 414 acres southwest of Delta on the Dominguez Escalante National Conservation Area.Little Mesa fireAt two other fires north of Pagosa Springs, firefighters directed to squelch the Little Mesa fire were holding off due to difficult terrain and the intensity of flames.“That kind of fire isn’t safe for firefighters to go direct, so our strategy for suppression has been ‘contain and confine,’ &#...

What to watch as Sean Payton, Russell Wilson and Broncos take field for first time in preseason opener

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

The Broncos take the field for the first time under head coach Sean Payton on Friday night at Arizona.It’s just an exhibition, of course, but with a new regime in place, dozens of new players on the roster and several positions featuring wide-open races, there’s plenty of interesting story lines to keep an eye on in the blistering desert heat.Here are five of them.How do Russell Wilson and the starters look?Payton expects starters to play somewhere between 15-18 snaps, so maybe a couple of series for quarterback Russell Wilson and company. In recent days, they’ve looked sharp in practice. Preseason games can get tilted quickly depending on how both sides approach playing time. Touchdowns are great – Wilson and the top offense would gladly take a couple – but maybe more interesting will be if the group operates efficiently in and out of the huddle and looks crisp.“You want to get in there, and you want to see clean execution and timing,” Payton said. “Most importantly for...

Ukraine: The path to the recovery

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:42 GMT

According to the results of a recent assessment by the World Bank, Ukrainian recovery and reconstruction will require at least $411 billion. This figure is 1.5 times higher than the size of the pre-war economy of Ukraine - writes Anna Derevyanko, European Business Association Executive Director (pictured),Plans to rebuild Ukraine are already being talked about – at different events all over the world, in media, during business trips and high-official meetings. Nevertheless, it is also worth moving from words to actions – making concrete plans, with concrete steps and understanding who will have to pay and for what.Definitely, the private sector has an important role to play in the rebuilding of Ukraine - in a variety of ways, including direct investment, critical projects, mobilizing capital, etc. And we see – a business that works in Ukraine is ready to be involved in the process of rebuilding. Moreover, businesses stay committed and support the country, continue to work and to pay...