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Democrats have sinking feeling Trump could beat Biden 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

(The Hill) -- Democrats are getting a sinking feeling when it comes to Donald Trump: They can see him winning again.  A New York jury in a civil trial on Tuesday found the former president liable for sexual assault and defamation, but a number of Democrats say their party is underestimating Trump, who, despite a series of scandals, is the frontrunner for the GOP presidential nomination.  “There is a concern from a lot of people like me, for sure,” said one prominent Democratic strategist. “There’s a disconnect between the consultant class of our party and the voters. They think they can just run a bunch of ads talking about how crazy Donald Trump is [and] that will be enough. That’s just not the case.” Another strategist warned others in his party: “Be very f---ing worried.”  For a part of the party, it seems unfathomable that Trump could regain the office he left in 2017 — just weeks after a mob of his supporters forced the evacuation of Congress and interf...

2 separate I-35 crashes causing delays north and southbound for Wednesday morning commuters

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Wednesday morning commuters are starting their day with heavy traffic delays because of crashes on I-35 southbound and northbound. The Austin Police Department said there's a jackknifed 18-wheeler on I-35 southbound near Cesar Chavez Street. All lanes of southbound I-35 were closed for a period of time Wednesday morning but reopened around 6:25 a.m. Drivers should still expect delays in the area. There's a second crash on I-35 northbound near Slaughter Lane causing heavy delays as well. That crash is blocking the left lane and causing very heavy delays for drivers coming in from south Austin and Hays County.View a real-time traffic map and alerts list here.

Round Rock voters approve biggest bond package in city history

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) -- Round Rock voters approved a $274 million bond package in the May 6 election, making it the city's largest bond package in history and the first one to be approved since 2013. The general obligation bonds will go toward quality of life and public safety projects throughout the city. Where's the money going? The city of Round Rock created a webpage for Bond 2023 that lays out the details of the bond package, the timeline of planning events, and the impact on property taxes. The largest portion of the money, $230 million, will go toward quality of life projects like hike and bike trails, a new park in downtown, and improvements to Old Settlers park. The improvements include a new recreation center with an indoor gym and outdoor track, a newer and bigger Lakeview Pavilion with a permanent stage, and the construction of six new fields in the multipurpose complex. The other $44 million will go toward public safety projects. The city will expand its Public Safe...

Voters approve more than $3 billion in school bonds across Central Texas

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Voters in 15 school districts across Central Texas approved more than $3.4 billion in bonds in Saturday's election.In total, $3,422,330,131 in bonds were approved. That money will go toward building new schools, buying new school buses, upgrading technology and even building a swim center.A further $119 million in bonds were rejected by voters in five districts. Click here for full election results Leander ISD had the largest price tag. Three bonds in the district totaled more than $762 million. All were passed in Saturday's election, each having received more than 60% of the vote.Ticket items included in the bond were two new elementary schools, land purchase for future schools and improved safety at every campus in the district, such as digital mapping systems and lockdown button upgrades.Voters in Hutto ISD approved three bonds totaling more than $520 million, while Liberty Hill ISD voters approved bonds worth $471 million.Bonds of more than $100 million were al...

5 things to know this Wednesday, May 10

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Wednesday! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, today begins a string of really nice spring days! Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order days before Title 42 expired. Meanwhile, two jurors were dismissed by Judge Peter Lynch on the second day of the criminal trial of Nauman Hussain. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Wednesday morning.1. Hochul signs executive order ahead of Title 42 expirationGov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order days before Title 42 expires. The executive order expands funding for state and local government to help migrants who come to the state.2. More jurors dismissed, witness testimony continues in Schoharie Limo trialTwo jurors were dismissed by Judge Peter Lynch on the second day of the criminal trial of Nauman Hussain.3. Colonie man sentenced for fatal 2020 shootingA Colonie man will serve ...

Inside look at Space Adventure Mini Golf

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - In March, a new indoor 18-hole mini golf course opened its doors at Crossgates Mall. Space Adventure Mini Golf is one of five locations in New York and New Jersey. New mini golf course opens in Crossgates Mall “We see a very good traffic, and I can’t even compare with other locations to be honest,” said Yunus Uluocak, founder of Space Adventure.The course should take players between 45 minutes to an hour to complete. The venue also has arcade games in the lobby. When do the Capital Region’s mini-golf courses open? According to Uluocak, a round of mini golf costs $20 per player and is free for children age 3 and under. There are also military and other discounts available.

Maplewood police officer charged in child pornography case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A Maplewood police officer is on the wrong side of the law Wednesday morning as he's charged in a child pornography case.Maplewood Police Chief Matt Niber is identifying the officer who has been charged as Cory Younger. A St. Louis County Justice Center official confirmed that Younger is behind bars at the facility in Clayton on a $100,000 cash only bond.Chief Niber explained that officer Younger is charged with possession of child pornography. We understand the charge is a class b felony and that Younger is facing one count of possessing child porn. We're told the charge was filed Tuesday. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW In his release, chief Niber shared that Younger has been suspended without pay effecti...

Active threat training at Busch Stadium today

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

ST. LOUIS - After a weekend of gun violence in downtown St. Louis, the Cardinals are hosting an 'active threat' drill Wednesday outside Busch Stadium. This comes after months of planning, but the St. Louis Cardinals are partnering with several first responding agencies Wednesday for the training.The Cardinals say the exercise will ensure everyone is prepared to protect guests at the ballpark in case there is ever an active threat. A simulated emergency will play out inside the ballpark, and a number of police, fire, and EMS agencies will respond to the event. Family mourns siblings struck and killed on I-170  Although this has been planned for a long time, the training comes after a weekend of violence across the city there were around 15 shootings, and St. Louis Metro Police has shared that they will increase its presence to get this problem of lawlessness under control.The Cardinals want people downtown to keep in mind these are all simulated drills going on Wednesday. This will...

Overturned semi crash closes I-44/55 EB ramp

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Crews are at the scene of an overturned tractor-trailer Wednesday morning. Our Nissan Rogue Runner reporter Nic Lopez was at the scene, located on the ramp of I-44/55 eastbound onto the Poplar Street bridge, where a multi-vehicle crash can be seen. The semi-truck is still laying on its side, while the trailer has been flipped upright by emergency crews. Family mourns siblings struck and killed on I-170  Boxes and debris from the crash have fell from above the bridge onto the lower sidewalk. The area is completely crash at the moment, and drivers are urged to take an alternate route. No word yet on the cause of the crash. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Colorado mountaineering legend Tom Hornbein, who left his name on Mount Everest, dies at 92

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 03:57:40 GMT

Tom Hornbein forever will be known for his bold first ascent of Mount Everest’s West Ridge as part of the first American expedition on the world’s tallest mountain in 1963, an audacious achievement which left his mark on the mountain forever. A section high on the route has been known ever since as the Hornbein Couloir.Hornbein, who died in Estes Park on Saturday at 92, earned his fame by what he and climbing partner Willi Unsoeld did on Everest 60 years ago this month, which included the first traverse across the mountain’s summit and an overnight bivouac while descending the Southeast Ridge at 28,000 feet. Yet he is being remembered by those in the mountaineering community for his humility as much as his epic Everest story.Tom Hornbein and Willi Unsoeld dwarfed by Mount Everest’s enormous West Ridge in this 1963 photo. (Photo courtesy of American Alpine Club via Boulder Daily Camera)“What he did on the West Ridge was insane,” said Jake Norton of...