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Austin ISD to install solar panels at select schools thanks to federal energy grant

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Independent School District will receive a federal grant, which it will use to bring solar panels to 16 school buildings. The district originally requested nearly $15 million for its Solar for Schools program, according to U.S. Department of Energy documents. Austin ISD is the only school district in Texas to win a grant from the Department of Energy as part of its Renew America’s Schools program.The 16 schools chosen for the energy efficiency projects represent some of the most historically underserved students and communities.In addition to saving on energy costs, educators will use the new green technology as teaching tools for students.

GoFundMe, memorial service details for South St. Paul teen who drowned in Lake Superior

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

A GoFundMe account has been set up to help with funeral expenses for a South St. Paul teen who drowned in Lake Superior last week.Nearly $6,000 has been raised as of Tuesday morning for the family of 18-year-old Austin Dale Henning.Henning and Maximillian Williams, 18, of Inver Grove Heights, died June 25 after jumping off of cliffs into Lake Superior.The two were on a couples day trip to Lake Superior when the tragedy occurred, said Henning’s mother, Beth Ann Henning. Henning was dating Williams’ twin sister, Beth Ann Henning said, who had advised against the cliff jumping.At the time of the drownings, wind speeds were up to 23 mph and waves were three to four feet tall, the Duluth News Tribune reported.  A 911 caller reported the two were “struggling to swim” at Black Beach, in Silver Bay, about 1:25 p.m. Sunday.Henning and Williams graduated from Simley High School in Inver Grove Heights this spring, Henning’s mother said. The two had become close friends while working at Discoun...

Cambridge man arrested following burglary investigation

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

CAMBRIDGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Cambridge man was arrested on Monday following almost a month-long burglary investigation. Steven Russell, 33, was charged with second-degree burglary. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to New York State Police, on June 7, around 1:04 p.m., troopers responded to a Cambridge home for a reported burglary. Police say an investigation found Russell entered an unoccupied home without permission for the purpose of theft.Police say the homeowner came back home with Russell still in the house, however, he fled before they could arrive. He was arrested at his home with the assistance of NYSDOCCS and was taken to Greenwich State Police for processing. He was taken to the Washington County Correctional Facility to await arraignment.

Connect Center for Youth hosts annual Taco fundraiser

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

COHOES, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On July 7, the Connect Center for Youth is hosting its third annual Tacos for Life fundraiser. In addition to raising funds, the event provides the community and donors an opportunity to see the programming offered at the Connect Center. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Tacos for Life began as a way to provide kids the experinece of dinner/catering service at the end of culinary camp. In its first year, the event raised $3,000. Donations reached $10K in 2022. This year, the Center is aiming to raise $50K. Guests can enjoy a night of music, games and the all-you-can-eat taco buffet. Pre-paid tickets are available online for $20. Guests may purchase tickets at the door for $25. All children 5 & under are free. The event will be held at 49 Johnston Ave in Cohoes.

Ed Sheeran set new Gillette Stadium single show attendance record

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (WWLP) — Ed Sheeran set a new Gillette Stadium single-show attendance record at his show on Saturday. Ed Sheeran’s Saturday show beat the previous record that had stood since the U2 360° Tour on Sept. 20, 2009. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to a news release sent to 22News from Gillette Stadium, the home of the New England Patriots and Revolution had a venue record of 71,723 people in attendance. The multiple Grammy Award-winner returned to Gillette Stadium for his ‘+ - = ÷ x Tour’ (pronounced The Mathematics Tour), which is the first NFL stadium he had ever headlined, for the sixth and seventh time overall this Friday and Saturday.Saturday’s show had also cemented Gillette Stadium as the U.S. venue that Ed Sheeran has performed at the most over his career.

Car falls into stream in Dutchess County, driver rescued from roof

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

TIVOLI, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A person was rescued after their car fell into a stream in Tivoli late Monday afternoon. According to the Tivoli Fire Department, the person climbed onto the car roof, as it landed in the water on all four wheels, and couldn't get to shore due to a strong current. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Firefighters say the patient was assessed by Tivoli EMTs and Northern Dutchess Paramedics after a swift rescue and was taken to Mid Hudson Regional Medical Center. The patient's current condition wasn't mentioned by firefighters.Responding personnel then worked to get the car out of the water, which was made difficult due to the heavy current. With the assistance of New York State Forest Rangers and a heavy wrecker from Hillsdale, the car was removed from the stream. Duanesburg man arrested following police chase Firefighters did not mention what led the car to end up in the water.

Motorcyclist dies after being shot, crashing on I-70

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

A motorcyclist died early Tuesday morning after crashing on Interstate 70 and being shot, according to Denver police.Police could not say Tuesday whether he died from injuries sustained in the crash or from being shot.The incident was first reported as a single-vehicle crash at about 12:20 a.m. on eastbound I-70 at Colorado Boulevard, according to police. But after arriving at the scene, authorities discovered the man had also been shot.The motorcyclist was taken to a hospital, where he died. He has not been publicly identified.A Denver police spokesperson declined to answer additional questions about the incident Tuesday, citing the early stages of the investigation, and it was not clear whether the motorcyclist was shot while driving or before getting on the motorcycle.The cause of death will be determined by the Office of the Medical Examiner.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | After fatal shooting outside a Jewish school, a Denver paramedic finds a spiritual hom...

Used fireworks thrown away spark fire that destroys two Parker homes

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

Improperly disposed of fireworks sparked a fire that destroyed two homes in Parker early Tuesday morning, according to South Metro Fire Rescue.Used fireworks tossed in a recycling bin outside the garage of one of the homes sparked a fire that destroyed that house and a neighboring house, fire officials said. The blaze was reported shortly after midnight at 10716 Kimball St.“They thought that because the firework had gone off and had been used, that it was cool enough to throw in the trash and be safe,” said Eric Hurst, spokesman for South Metro Fire Rescue. “Unfortunately every year we respond to fires like this, where people make that mistake…That smoldering heat ends up reigniting and rekindling, and it catches everything in the bin and the plastic bin itself on fire. And at that point, the heat can just run away and start a major fire like we saw this morning.”One family was asleep in their home when the blaze started. At the home where the fireworks...

Where to see fireworks Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties on July 4th

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

Colorful fireworks will fill this sky during the upcoming holiday weekend and into the workweek for Independence Day.While environmental regulations have caused some to cancel their fireworks shows, others are scheduled to go as planned. Fourth of July cookouts won’t be as expensive compared to last year, new study says Here is a roundup of a few shows happening across Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles County: Los AngelesDowntown Los Angeles will be taking a different approach to the July 4 celebration this year at Gloria Molina Grand Park. Fireworks will be replaced by a drone show. More information about the free “4th of July Block Party” can be found here.Long BeachThe city of Long Beach will host a free fireworks show at Queensway Bay in downtown Long Beach. Guests can view the fireworks display along the waterfront beginning at 9 p.m. Harbor Breeze Cruises is also offering a ticketed viewing experience of the show. More information about the fireworks show can be found here.Pasa...

Adele slams fans who throw items on stage: '“I f---ing dare you'

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:14:34 GMT

For fans hoping to toss something on stage at the next Adele concert, don't do it. The songstress addressed the recent trend during her Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesar's Palace. Video was captured of her touching on the topic. “Have you noticed how people are like, forgetting f---ing show etiquette at the moment? People just throwing s--t on stage, have you seen them?” the "Hello" singer asked the crowd while carrying a t-shirt gun. Then she issued a stern, but cheeky warning. “I f---ing dare you. Dare you to throw something at me and I’ll f---ing kill you,” she joked.While wielding the t-shirt gun, the Grammy Award winner said, “Stop throwing things at the artist when you can shoot things to people … I’ve been seeing these people. These people lost it, can you imagine?”Adele's on-stage chat comes weeks after Bebe Rexha suffered a black eye after a fan threw a cell phone at her while performing in New York. Then days later, a fan of Pink tossed their mother's ashes o...