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'It's hot': Some AISD buses still without AC as extreme temps continue

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — AC is a game changer when the temperatures rise, but did you know that not all school buses are equipped with AC?Stephanie Chaple has been a bus driver for the Austin Independent School District for 23 years, and she knows just how hot driving a bus can be in the Texas heat."The AC is very important in this Texas heat, probably the most important thing," said Chaple.Austin ISD has about 500 buses, but many of them don't have AC."So when we start the school year this year about 80% of all routes will have AC on them," said Kris Hafezizadeh, AISD transportation director. AISD: 173 buses with no AC as temperatures rise in Central Texas Hafezizadeh said they make sure longer routes use the buses that have AC, but that means some of the shorter routes, which can take 30-45 minutes, have to go without it."All of our buses — they have fans inside," said Hafezizadeh. "Fans will help a little bit, but not so much, because it still blows the heat to you."The district plans o...

Travis County calls for November bond election on parks, transportation projects

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows KXAN Live's top headlines for Aug. 15, 2023TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- Travis County voters will weigh in on nearly half a billion dollars' worth of transportation and parks projects this fall, after the Travis County Commissioners Court officially voted to call for a bond election Tuesday.Last month, commissioners approved a list of projects to be included in the two propositions, divvied up into roads projects on one proposition and parks and greenspace projects on another. PAST COVERAGE: Here’s the list of roads, park projects Travis County voters will weigh in on in November bond Road projects included:Blake Manor Road from Taylor Lane to Burleson Manor Road: $16.83 millionTxDOT right-of-way: $25 millionRowe Lane from State Highway 130 to Hodde Lane: $30.8 millionCameron Road east of SH 130 from Pecan Street to Fuchs Grove Road: $38.5 millionArterial A construction: $33 millionBee Creek Road from Lakehurst Road to Highland Boulevard: $16...

P.J. Fleck vs. Tyler Nubin: An epic game of HORSE between two ultra-competitors

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck teased a story in July about an intriguing one-on-one competition between him and star safety Tyler Nubin.“He’s been talking for years about playing me in HORSE,” Fleck said at Big Ten Media Days. “This offseason, I finally gave him his chance. I will let you (reporters) talk to him on what happened.”Nubin was left to provide details later that afternoon inside Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. He did so reluctantly.“I don’t want to answer this question, but we can talk about it,” Nubin told the Pioneer Press.When Nubin, a four-star defensive back from St. Charles, Ill., committed to Minnesota in April 2018, he told Fleck he could play basketball.“(Fleck) was like, ‘Alright, we are going to hoop when you get here,’ ” Nubin recalled. “It was four years and we never did nothing.”Before the Gophers went on spring break in March, Fleck surprised the team with a dodgeball tournament in the men’s basketball practice facility. Afterward, Fleck and Nubin, ...

Sweet Martha’s Cookie Jar has partnered with the Black Keys for an exclusive T-shirt

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

Sweet Martha’s Cookie Jar has partnered with blues rock duo the Black Keys to produce an exclusive, limited-edition T-shirt that will be sold during the group’s opening-night concert at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand.Sweet Martha’s Cookie Jar has partnered the Black Keys to sell a limited-edition T-shirt. (Courtesy of Sweet Martha’s Cookie Jar)Designed by illustrator and designer Perry Shall and limited to a run of 250, the T-shirt will be available at the Black Keys’ merchandise booth for $40.A portion of the proceeds benefit the Friends of the St. Paul Public Library.Sweet Martha’s first collaboration was a 2019 T-shirt with indie rockers Vampire Weekend. That led to the cookie vendor launching a full merchandise collection in 2020, which returns this season for the third time. A collection of seven branded clothing items and accessories will be available at sweetmarthas.com starting Thursday.RELATED: Jonas Brothers are final act announced ...

Roloff to retire as president of St. Catherine University

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

Becky Roloff, president of St. Catherine University, will retire from her post next summer.Roloff, who earned her bachelor’s degree from the university in 1976, has been president since 2016.“My professional life was launched when I came through Gate 1 as a first generation student in August of 1972,” Roloff wrote in a message to the university community. “The circle will close 52 years later in a role that is the privilege of my career. The life afforded to me because of my education at St. Kate’s drives all decisions and choices I make as president so that others have the same chance I did.”In a statement Jean Wincek, chair of the Board of Trustees at St. Catherine University, noted the challenging times that marked Roloff’s presidency.“Becky has led St. Kate’s through tumultuous times locally with the murder of George Floyd, nationally with dramatic changes in higher education, and internationally with the first pandemic in 100 years,” said Wincek, a 1962 graduate. “W...

Glenridge Road bridge struck by Freightliner

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

GLENVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Tuesday afternoon, the bridge on Glenridge Road was struck by a 2012 Freightliner. The truck made it under the bridge but sustained significant damage. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The driver, Johnathan C. Graciani, admitted to the police that he was unaware of the actual height of his vehicle. Graciani was charged with NYS Vehicle and Traffic law 384-14 Exceeds Clearance, 511-1a Suspended NYS License, and Glenville Town Code, 255-13 Fail to Obey Overhead Clearance.  There were no injuries reported. This is the second incident involving the Glenridge Road bridge in recent weeks. On August 7, the bridge was struck by a 2017 International.

Lawmaker has run-in with thief, proposes shoplifting bill

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- Experts say more than 13 billion dollars worth of goods are stolen from retailers every year and only one in 48 shoplifters are caught. One lawmaker who had first-hand experience with a shoplifter is now proposing legislation to protect employees who intervene. "I just, I immediately turn around, I chase the guy down in the parking lot, and I just grab the handle bar and I just you know in a threatening voice said ‘LET IT GO.’ I’m not letting this little piece of you know what get away with this," said Assemblymember Michael Fitzpatrick, who was able to ward off an attempted thief at his local target in Suffolk county. Woman says she was fired after trying to stop shoplifters But it wasn’t easy, "And he goes ‘Mind your own business!' And I put the brakes on and stopped him and had both hands on the handle bar and I said ‘LET IT GO’ and he just ran off," explained Fitzpatrick. The timing was interesting, considering just two hours prior, the lawmaker propose...

1st Black Small Business Symposium held in Troy

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The first annual black business symposium in Troy is helping to connect minority entrepreneurs in particular with the resources necessary for their businesses to thrive.“This is happening because our community really needs to know about how to be structured business wise, and having an opportunity to make sure that they are getting the quality tools to be successful” said Tatiana Cunningham who started the event.518 Black Restaurant WeekWhen Cunningham’s shuttle business failed in 2014, she decided to restructure her company into hosting events like these. Cunningham says a major element to this symposium is helping explain to entrepreneurs the elements of running a business they may not understand. “So some of it is maybe not knowing how to do grants, maybe not having the proper credit to apply for a business loan or maybe not knowing how to really structure to make sure that they're not over spending on inventory or just not over spending on unnecessary needs...

Free Narcan kits available in Latham and Loudonville

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- To combat the high number of reported opioid overdose cases, the Town of Colonie Department of Emergency Medical Services is distributing overdose kits to the public. Each kit contains Narcan, test strips to detect Fentanyl and Xylazine, a short-training video, and additional resources. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Narcan kits will be available for free pickup at the following locations:The Colonie Public Safety Center's main entrance, located at 312 Wolf Road in LathamThe Colonie Public Library located at 629 Albany Shaker Road in LoudonvilleYou can also visit your local pharmacy and request a Narcan kit without a prescription using your health insurance card. The copayment will be covered up to $40 thanks to the New York State Naxolone Co-payment Assistance Program.“I commend our Town’s EMS Department for taking proactive measures in providing life-saving resources to combat opioid overdoses. The s...

Montgomery County to participate in STOP-DWI campaign

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:23:34 GMT

FONDA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Police agencies around Montgomery County will participate in the statewide STOP-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign that runs from August 15 to September 4. The campaign aims to reduce the number of impaired driving-related injuries and deaths. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “As you prepare your end-of-summer plans with family and friends, make sure you have a plan to get to your destination safely,” said STOP-DWI Coordinator Jeff Kaczor. “Impaired driving is a reckless, costly, all-too-often deadly decision that puts all those sharing the road in danger. I urge all drivers and passengers to be smart and have a plan.” The Labor Day/End of Summer High Visibility Campaign is one of many statewide initiatives that include major holidays. Drivers who need assistance finding a safe ride home can download the STOP DWI mobile app.