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Texas 'death star' law will eliminate mandatory water breaks for construction workers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

DALLAS (NewsNation) — A new state law in Texas will soon invalidate mandatory water breaks for construction workers. It’s part of a new bill that empowers the state to override local governments in certain circumstances.Critics of the bill have called it overreach, while supporters said it will make it easier to do business in the state.The new law called the Texas Regulatory Consistency Act has been signed by Gov. Greg Abbott and takes effect on Sept. 1. However, the triple-digit heat that has been plaguing the Lone Star State has prompted concerns about how dangerous the bill could potentially be for workers. How to handle extreme heat on the road The law would eliminate municipal codes in Dallas and throughout Texas that are stricter than the state law.Currently, some cities like Dallas mandate construction workers take a 10-minute break every four hours.With the new law, that would disappear.Opponents of the bill said this takes away the city or town’s right to protect its wor...

Person of interest identified in deadly north Austin shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

Editor's Note: The above video is KXAN's previous coverage of the June 30, 2023 shooting.AUSTIN (KXAN) — A person of interest has been identified by the Austin Police Department after a deadly shooting in north Austin Friday night, according to an APD release.Officers went to 8800 Redfield Ln., which is near Payton Gin Road and U.S. Highway 183, around 11:15 p.m. Friday after reports of the shooting, the release said. APD investigating homicide in north Austin Police found Larry Jennings, 47, with gunshot wounds. Jennings died at the scene, APD said.Homicide investigators believe Jennings was shot by another man in the parking lot on Redfield Lane "in front of several people," the release stated.APD said this case is being investigated as the city's 34th homicide this year.Police are asking that you call (512) 974-TIPS with information. Tips can be sent anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling (512) 472-8477. There'...

Study: Austin metro is best US city for starting a career right now

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Another graduating class has secured their degrees and are preparing to find jobs in an economy and market vastly different from pre-pandemic years.When it comes to the best American cities for young professionals to launch a career in 2023, neither San Francisco nor New York City cracked to the top five, according to a new study.A new study from Bankrate found that younger generations have different values in today's remote work-friendly environment."The coronavirus pandemic pushed flexible work to no longer be a transient response but an enduring feature of the working world," according to Alex Gailey, Bankrate analyst. "More than ever, young workers crave work-life balance, the flexibility to work remotely and higher pay – and these cities offer what young professionals are looking for." Fears of an ‘internet apocalypse’ are brewing: How likely will upcoming solar storms wreak havoc? An April survey from LinkedIn found that a whopping majority of Gen Z professionals...

Anthony Edwards agrees to five year, max rookie extension with Timberwolves

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

Anthony Edwards has agreed to a five-year, max-extension with the Timberwolves that could keep the star guard in Minnesota through the 2027-28 campaign, a source confirmed.The deal can become official as soon as July 6.There are no options — team or player — included in the deal, which will pay Edwards $217 million at minimum throughout the duration of the contract, and could reach as high as $260 over the next five years if Edwards makes an All-NBA team this next season.Edwards is the fourth player from his draft class to agree to the max rookie deal, joining Memphis’ Desmond Bane, Charlotte’s LaMelo Ball and Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton.Minnesota has one more extension to agree to this offseason, as it hopes to ink Jaden McDaniels to a long-term contract.

Troy man charged with sexual assault of a minor

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Troy man has been arrested following an investigation into the sexual assault of a minor, according to police. Perry Ransford, 74, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The investigation leading to the arrest took place over the last several months, yielding that Ransford allegedly engaged in sexual acts with a 13-year-old victim back in February. The original incident reportedly occurred in Ransford's 6th Avenue apartment in Troy. Police say that the victim was a visitor to Ransford's residence, but the two did not have an existing relationship. The investigation resulted in an indictment by the Rensselaer County Court, and Ransford now faces the following charges:ChargesFirst-degree rapeSecond-degree rapeFirst-degree sexual abuse Aggravated sexual abuse Endangering the welfare of a child Troy police investigating homicide If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual as...

UAlbany men's basketball building winning relationships

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The University at Albany men's basketball team has been putting in summer work with some of the old, and new faces to the team. One of the area's they've been working on other than team chemistry on the floor is developing relationships off the court - an area that head coach Dwayne Killings believes last season wasn't the strong point of his team. Building those bonds early has brought some optimism about what can be expected from the Great Danes in 2023. "I didn't think we had the kind of deep relationships we needed to be a really strong team last year," said Killings. "So, we're spending time off the court, we've done some things already, we'll have what we call mentality meetings on Sunday's or culture meeting's to talk about things that are most important to us, relationships, discipline, commitment, energy, trust, selflessness, toughness those things are really important to our program, but I think we need to define them and really understand them and...

Florissant man arrested after 9 shot at a Wichita nightclub

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The Wichita Police Department has arrested a 31-year-old man from Florissant, Missouri, in connection to the shooting at an Old Town nightclub early Sunday morning.Police say the Missouri man is being held on two counts of aggravated battery. However, there were nine shooting victims from the incident at City Nightz in the 200 block of N. Washington. Two other victims were injured from being trampled in the chaos.The WPD says the shooting injuries range from minor to critical, but all victims are expected to survive. The shooting victims are seven men and two women:22-year-old man26-year-old man24-year-old woman34-year-old man22-year-old woman29-year-old man24-year-old man25-year-old man25-year-old manSome victims did not stay at the crime scene, but they showed up later at hospitals. A couple of them waited until Sunday afternoon to get treatment.Officers responded to the shooting at the club just before 1 a.m. Sunday.During a news briefing just before 4 a.m....

PHOTOS: Cherry Creek Arts Festival showcases artists from around the world

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

The annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival showcases more than 250 juried artists from around the world during the Fourth of July holiday weekend in Denver’s Cherry Creek North neighborhood. This year’s festival featured 255 artist exhibitors selected by the 2023 jury from over 1,800 artist applicants.Artists included 20 award winners returning from the 2022 show and 5 emerging artists. In addition to the art, the event featured live music, a “Creation Station” for kids to create and experience art as well as food vendors. The Festival is located in the Cherry Creek North neighborhood situated on 2nd Avenue from Clayton to Adams Street, and between 2nd and 3rd Avenues from Detroit to Adams Street.

Tubing, other recreation restrictions lifted on Clear Creek in Jefferson County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

Just in time for the Fourth of July holiday, Jefferson County officials on Monday lifted restrictions that previously limited recreational water activities on Clear Creek due to safety concerns.Activities previously prohibited by order, including all single-chambered, air-inflated devices such as belly boats, inner tubes and single-chambered rafts, as well as “body-surfers” and swimming, are now welcome back on the waterway.According to a news release from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, water flow has decreased from the creek’s peak, but all users are encouraged to be cautious when recreating on the waterway.The restriction order, issued on June 1, extended from Jefferson County’s western border at Colorado 119 through the limits of Golden to Vanover Park. The order limited recreational water activities due to high and fast water flows.Clear Creek’s water temperature, blasted and undercut rocks, obstructions and other factors still present many risks ...

Spring Creek fire containment rises but worsening weather conditions could spell trouble

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:07 GMT

The Spring Creek fire, burning southwest of Parachute, grew by just seven acres overnight Sunday and is up to 37% containment, but challenges keeping the blaze at bay loom.According to an update Monday from fire officials, the Spring Creek fire was measured at 2,932 acres as 539 firefighters continue to fight it. That is up from 2,925 acres and 25% containment on Sunday.But fire officials anticipate potential challenges on Tuesday, when fire weather conditions are expected to worsen, including high temperatures, low humidity and strong winds. Wind gusts could reach 40 mph that day, bringing the most critical fire weather conditions to the area since June 26, when the fire grew rapidly, fire officials said.Related ArticlesColorado News | Colorado wildfires: Spring Creek fire growth slows as firefighters brace for worsening conditions Colorado News | Spring Creek fire near Parachute sees “significant growth” amid hot, dry conditions Due to t...