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DATA: Auto theft happens across Austin — 8% of cases ended in arrest

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Danielle Paez has a name for whoever stole her car, smashed the windows, and dumped it in Pflugerville, leaving fast food wrappers all over the front seat."My thief, the booger face," she said. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Austin woman tracks stolen Kia Her north Austin neighbor woke her up early on a Saturday morning in September to tell her the car was gone."Just glass, that’s it, that’s all that was left of my car," she told us at the time.She's grateful police recovered her car, but that was just the beginning. "Then I get my car back, and the damage to my car was so severe," she said.Vasquez woke up one morning to find the window to his car broken and on the ground. (Credit: Javier Vasquez)Shattered glass in the driver's seat of Paez' car. (Credit: Danielle Paez)Thieves also broke the rear view mirror when stealing Paez' car. (Credit: Danielle Paez)Someone stripped the steering wheel from Danielle Paez' car. (Credit: Danielle Paez)According to 311, both of Vasquez' case...

Friday's cold front brings rain then wind

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A brief pause in meaningful rain chances today ahead of tomorrow's cold front, marking the return of wet weather.A strong Pacific storm moving out of the Four Corners region today will swing a cold front through Central Texas tomorrow. A slight northerly shift in the storm track will mean most of the heaviest rain will go north and east of us, but moderate rain is still expected in our area.Rain is most likely:Hill Country: 6AM-10AMAustin-metro: 10AM-3PMEastern Counties: 3PM-6PMScattered rain likely along Friday's cold frontRainfall amounts will likely remain under 1" areawide now, and in some areas, may be much lower.Rainfall potential on FridayStay with the First Warning Weather team for further updates as the system approaches. Sunshine, windy weather and cooler temperatures blow in this weekend. Winter Weather Outlook: What a strong El Niño could mean for rainfall and ice risk Austin Interactive Weather Stats (2023) FIRST WARNING WEATHER: Stay up to date wi...

Conover, Geffen: International women’s groups and leaders have remained silent on Hamas’ violence for too long

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

The events of Oct. 7 and the war that has followed, at an incomprehensible scale of civilian violence and death, is devastating. This war so far away feels palpably close to us all and has shaken our community to its core.For us as women, there has been an additional aspect of the attacks on Oct. 7 that has felt like a double assault: the systemic rape of women and girls by Hamas terrorists and the lack of response from the world.Sexual and gender-based violence is horrific, with emotional wounds that linger well beyond the physical wounds. The healing process for the survivors of the Oct. 7 assaults begins with being heard and believed. We cannot overstate the importance of supporting these women, like we would all survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.We recoiled when reading about Shani Louk, a 23-year-old German Israeli, who can be seen in a Hamas-made video, semiconscious and half-naked, being taken to Gaza in the back of a pickup truck with men sitting astride her. Ano...

Downed tree closes all lanes on NY 85 in Bethlehem

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

BETHLEHEM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a fallen tree has closed all lanes on NY 85 westbound at Caldwell Boulevard in Bethlehem. Drivers in the area should seek alternate routes. Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!This is a developing scene. Stick with NEWS10 for updates when the roadway reopens.

$650K in grants awarded to build outdoor fitness courts

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- $650,000 in funding has been announced to build up to 10 outdoor fitness courts across New York and Vermont. The grants were announced by MVP Health Care and National Fitness Campaign which entered the third year of a statewide partnership after building 23 fitness courts in New York last year. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The fitness court includes a gym featuring seven movement stations designed by experts in functional fitness and bodyweight training. According to MVP Health Care, since the launch of the partnership between MVP and National Fitness Campaign in 2021, the Fitness Courts have shown improvement in the health and vitality of communities they are in, while at the same time, creating equitable access to outdoor wellness programs.“Throughout the past two years, MVP Health Care has made significant strides in solidifying our commitment to the vibrant communities we serve in New York,” said MV...

Several departments responding to laundromat fire in Cahokia Heights, Illinois

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. - A fire overnight destroyed a laundromat business in Cahokia Heights, Illinois.The fire broke out on the 1900 block of Camp Jackson Road, where the 'Best Wash' laundromat is a complete loss. Fire crews are still responding to the scene.First responders got the call around 1:30 a.m. after a passerby noticed flames shooting from the building. Cahokia Heights Fire Chief Stephen Robins shared that the business was fully involved upon arrival. The fire eventually grew to two alarms, with a total of eight different departments responding. Video shows police and other vehicle run stop signs before crash "It was heavily involved when we got here; fire throughout the building," Robbins explained. "Like I said, there was a partial collapse of the building prior to our arrival and the roof had collapsed down onto the entire building."Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Asian elephant Jade's first calf to be born at Zoo through artificial insemination

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Asian elephant Raja's daughter, Jade, is pregnant with her first calf.The calf will be the firstborn at the St. Louis Zoo through artificial insemination. Jade is nearly ten months pregnant and is due late next year. 15-year-old charged as adult in fatal carjacking from January This will begin the fourth generation of Asian elephants at the St. Louis Zoo.

Asian elephant 'Raja' leaving St. Louis Zoo

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A new adventure is on the way for beloved Asian elephant 'Raja.' A spokesperson says he is leaving the St. Louis Zoo.His new home will be the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio. The move is still likely to be at least a year away. Video shows police and other vehicle run stop signs before crash The bittersweet change comes in an effort to help save the species from extinction. Raja will have the opportunity to bond with four females and form a new family group there.Raja was the first elephant born at the St. Louis Zoo 31 years ago and is considered a St. Louis legend.

Rep. Sarah Unsicker reports allegations of Missouri election interference

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Missouri State Representative Sarah Unsicker of Shrewsbury says she has received allegations of foreign interference in the Missouri elections.She calls the allegations "credible" and is sending the information to the Secretary of State's Office and the feds. Just last week, House Minority Leader Crystal Quade kicked Unsicker off of all house committees, claiming she was promoting people with false conspiracy theories and racist and antisemitic ideas. Video shows police and other vehicle run stop signs before crash Unsicker is running for the Democratic nomination for Missouri attorney general next year.

Police investigating sexual assault in Florissant

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:36:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Florissant Police are investigating a reported sexual assault on Mendocina Court.That's just off of North Lindbergh, near the Delrado Apartments. Police shared that around 7:30 Tuesday night, a woman was just getting home when a man wearing a mask forced her into her apartment and assaulted her. 15-year-old charged as adult in fatal carjacking from January Florissant Police say they are increasing patrols in the area. Anyone with information is asked to call the police. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.