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Protesters block road into Burning Man festival; rangers ram blockade

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

(NewsNation) — Climate activists caused a miles-long traffic jam when they blocked the only road leading into the Burning Man festival in the Nevada desert.Videos posted online show activists using a trailer to block the road that leads into Black Rock City. One video posted to X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, shows a white pickup truck appearing to be from the Pyramid Lake Ranger Station crashing through the barricade set up by protesters.The blockade led to clashes with motorists and tribal rangers, the Los Angeles Times reported. Pyramid Lake, a tribal law enforcement agency, did not respond to the Times' request for comment.The group behind the protest, Seven Circles, said the purpose of the blockade was to draw attention to "capitalism's inability to address climate and ecological breakdown," according to a news release. Seven Circles said Burning Man has been commodified by "affluent people who do not live the stated values" of the festival. Crime, fe...

Circle K stations offering 30 cents off per gallon Thursday: Here's where

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS (KTVI) -- Drivers are getting a surprise deal on gas Thursday, courtesy of Circle K. The gas station chain announced that over 5,000 locations across the U.S. will be offering 30 cents off per gallon from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Aug. 31. The company will also have a 50% deal on food and drinks from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Car washes and electric vehicle charging will also be at a discount.“Ahead of the Labor Day weekend, we are proud to honor our customers’ unwavering loyalty and take the energy and excitement of Circle K Day up a notch with even more spectacular savings," said COO Alex Miller. US questions Tesla move to allow hands-free driving longer with Autopilot The deal is only available at participating Circle K locations and may not be available in some states. "Out of an abundance of caution" the company is not hosting Circle K Day this week in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina or South Carolina due to Hurricane Idalia. The company said it would reschedule the discount day ...

Travis County leaders to discuss drug overdose discovery Wednesday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Travis County leaders will discuss a "new development discovered by the Medical Examiner's Office" tied to overdose deaths, according to a release. "This new information will impact how Travis County, first responders, and medical professionals respond to overdoses in our community," it said. County leaders did not provide further information on the record about the nature of the discovery. Travis County officials expected to be present include Travis County Judge Andy Brown, Dr. Keith Pinckard, the medical examiner and Dr. Desmar Walkes, the local health authority. KXAN will carry the news conference live in this story and on Facebook. This is a developing story and will be updated.

ABoR dissects city's 'missing housing' crisis

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin's “missing housing” was the focus of a new research report by the Austin Board of REALTORS, or ABoR.Emily Chenevert, CEO of the Austin Board of REALTORS, joined KXAN's Jennifer Sanders to discuss the board's new research report diving into the city's undersupplied housing inventory and ongoing affordability issues in Austin-Travis County.Read a full transcription of the discussion below or use the video player above.SANDERS: OK, a lot of data. We have to sift through with this. But just to give our viewers some context at home, this report evaluated housing affordability for two household sizes two and four-person households, as well as repeat and first-time buyers. What did you find in these findings? What did you find was? What were the top barriers for people trying to attain homeownership?CHENEVERT: Yeah, I mean, really, I think we found what our gut has said a long time about the Austin community that we lack affordability—that we lack the acces...

Season preview: New Gophers offense has been veiled but alterations are expected

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

It’s that Christmas present sitting under the tree, pristinely wrapped and staring at you for weeks. Or it’s that story a friend said you just had to hear, only to make you wait for it.The expected new-look Gophers offense will finally be unsheathed for the first time in the 2023 season opener against Nebraska on Thursday night at Huntington Bank Stadium.P.J. Fleck has intentionally and unintentionally built up this level of anticipation. The Gophers head coach has repeatedly declined to share which of his new co-offensive coordinators (Matt Simon or Greg Harbaugh) will call plays in games. Some of this, Fleck admitted, is to try to seek a competitive edge against the Cornhuskers, under new head coach Matt Rhule.During a preseason practice, Fleck was caught on a hot mic saying he didn’t want to show the Big Ten Network his offense during the TV partner’s visit to campus. In another rare open practice, new starting quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis didn’t throw any passes. Fleck later sa...

Missing person reported out of Johnstown

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Fulton County Sheriff's Office is reporting a missing man out of Johnstown. James Anderson Sr. was recently reported missing, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Fulton County Sheriff's Office at (518) 736-2100. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! According to deputies, Anderson is 6'3" and weighs roughly 135 pounds. He is 47 years old and has green eyes and blonde hair.

New York State International Short Film Festival returns to Albany

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State International Short Film is slated to return to Albany on September 22 and 23. Heralded as a remarkable cinematic journey, the annual 2-day festival highlights a variety of independent short films and allows viewers to engage with the filmmakers through Q&A panels. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! 28 short films will be screened under different genres such as drama, comedy, documentary, horror, experimental, animation, and music videos. Awards will be handed out in each genre, in addition to the Best Young Filmmaker Award. The events run from 5:30 to 11 p.m. on both days at The Linda Performing Arts Studio at 339 Central Ave. Tickets are $25 for one day or $40 for the two-day pass.

Cauldron Cup calls soccer teams to Fort Ann in October

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

FORT ANN, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A sports complex in Fort Ann is welcoming back an annual soccer tournament that draws around 200 teams to the North Country every year. The Cauldron Cup returns to Golden Goal Sports Park on Saturday, Oct. 21. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Now in its second year, the Cauldron Cup is a 7v7 tournament that this year features players born between 2009 and 2016 to fit its under 8-15 age range. Games last 25 minutes, round robin, with all participating teams guaranteed at least four games, plus the playoffs.“Located in the Lake George region of beautiful upstate New York, the facility benefits from majestic views of the Adirondack mountains with endless blue skies, starry nights, and fresh mountain air," said tournament organizer Todd Cook. "All of these add up to one conclusion: There is no better place to end your outdoor fall season than Golden Goal Sports Park."Teams will be grouped by Level A 1st Division, Le...

Participating vendors for the Catskill Food Festival

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

CATSKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The 2023 Catskill Food Festival is set for Saturday, September 9. The festival takes place at Dutchman's Landing Park from noon to 6 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The event includes food trucks, food vendors, and live music by Wyld Blu. The festival is being held rain or shine.Participating food trucks and vendorsKrupa Brothers PierogiesPeeta PocketMedical Relief for UkraineLa Ruta Del Sol BoothNew Scotland SpiritsEpiphany DistributionGrandaddy WeavesIsland House GourmetCooper’s DaughterSweet LisuzzaBig Guy Hot SauceNew York Soda JerksPura Vida Kettle CornThe Juice BranchLemon LovePura Vida Kettle CornPixie FlossBella ChowFarrell BarkeryHierba BuenaForno Rosso PizzaFlavors of LebanonHappieBeanLa Ruta Del SolStreet Food 7The Mac FactorAt First BiteChurch St. CateringTexas Tornado ChipsTaste of SugarTomas TapasYanis FoodDessert DestinyMr. Ding-a-LingVillage PizzaRip Van Winkle Brewing CompanyWomen's Cance...

Two St. Louis City high schools lead new list ranking best in Missouri

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:19:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Two institutions in the City of St. Louis lead a new list ranking the best public high schools in Missouri. US News and World Report released its annual rankings of the best high schools in the nation earlier this week. The rankings also break down the best high schools in each state. For Missouri, the top two schools recognized are both in the Saint Louis Public Schools district. That includes Metro Academic and Classical High School at the top and the Collegiate School of Medicine and Bioscience as the runner-up. "It's a big day for SLPS! We now have the TOP TWO HIGH SCHOOLS IN MISSOURI!" the district replied in response to the rankings via Twitter. High schools in the St. Louis and Kansas City metros dominated the top of the list. Seven of the Top 10 were located either in St. Louis City or St. Louis County. The US News and World Report's Top 10 high schools in Missouri (in order) include: Metro Academic and Classical High School - St. Louis CityCollegiate School of M...