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1 arrested following deadly convenience store robbery in Fredericksburg

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

Editor's note: The above video shows KXAN News Today's top headlines for the morning of Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024.FREDERICKSBURG, Texas (KXAN) — The Fredericksburg Police Department said it arrested one person Wednesday night in connection to an aggravated robbery on late Tuesday. One person died at a convenience store in the 1000 block of South State Highway 16.Officers responded to a call at 11:47 p.m. regarding a person who was shot. At the scene, police found a man, later identified as 48-year-old Arthur Cortez, outside the store with a gunshot wound. Officers performed first aid, but Cortez was later pronounced dead, according to FPD.In a post on Facebook around 2:30 a.m. Thursday morning, FPD said detectives received tips that led to the positive identification and whereabouts of the suspect. They obtained a search warrant and arrest warrant for the man who was staying at a local motel. Around 11:46 p.m. on Wednesday, FPD took 21-year-old Awes Singko Rapet into custody. He is cha...

Amber Alert issued for 13-year-old Comal County girl

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

BULVERDE, Texas (KXAN) -- An Amber Alert was issued early Thursday morning for a 13-year-old girl reported missing from Bulverde, Texas. The Comal County Sheriff's Office is searching for Carleigh O'Dell, who was last seen in the 1400 block of Ridge Creek Lane in Bulverde. Bulverde is a city in Comal County located about 35 miles north of San Antonio. O'Dell is described as a white female, 13 years old, 5’04” in height and 139 pounds, with blonde hair and green eyes. She was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt with “Lonestar Ranch” lettering on the front, multi-colored shorts, and black van athletic shoes.Police are looking for an unknown 21-year-old male subject in connection with O'Dell's abduction.The suspect is driving a blue truck, unknown make, unknown model bearing an unknown license plate number.Law enforcement officials believe O'Dell to be in grave or immediate danger.If you have any information regarding this abduction, call the comal county sheriff’s office at 830-620-3400.

Warren County agencies to host discussion on local human trafficking

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

WARREN COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Warren County Department of Social Services and Warren County Department of Workforce Development will host a discussion educating the public on human trafficking in our region. The discussion will be held on January 18 at the Park Theater, 14 Park Street, in Glens Falls, starting at 10 a.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to Warren County, in our region, human trafficking victims are put into forced labor situations while sometimes being coerced or forced into sexual situations as well. An expert panel will help host the discussion as January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Experts from the FBI, New York State of Child and Families Services, NYS Children's Alliance, and WAIT House will host. One hospitalized after crash in Rutland County “Learning about and knowing the signs of human trafficking can help at-risk individuals and their loved ones before they can ...

Winners announced in statewide window display contest

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Retail Council of New York State has named its first, second, and third place winners for their statewide Holiday Window Display Contest. In the contest, there were 31 entries and 3,000 votes cast. First place - Michael’s Floral Design, Kenmore, N.Y.Image via Retail Council of New York StateFor coming in first, Michael's Floral Design in Kenmore, New York, won $1,000 and the title of Best Holiday Window Display in the state. Additionally, they won 50% off a one-year membership to the Retail Council of New York State.Second place - Laurabelle’s Cupcakery, Corning, N.Y.Image via Retail Council of New York StateComing in second was Laurabelle’s Cupcakery, located in Corning, New York. Laurabelle's was awarded $500 and 50% off a one-year Retail Council membership.Third place - Vidler’s 5 & 10, East Aurora, N.Y.Image via the Retail Council of New York StateRounding out the top three is Vidler’s 5 & 10, hailing from East Aurora, New York. They received...

Gun violence in Schenectady: A 2023 timeline

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Gun violence rattled Schenectady, Albany, and Troy throughout 2023. At the end of the year, Schenectady was left with four homicide deaths, three of which were gun-related. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Take a look at the 2023 and 2022 gun violence statistics as provided by the Schenectady Police Department.20222023% changeHomicides64-33%Shootings19205%Shooting victims21225%Shots fired7774-4%Gun arrests497553%Recovered firearms6910347%Data provided by the Schenectady Police DepartmentHere is a timeline of some of the Schenectady gun incidents NEWS10 reported on throughout 2023. The timeline includes shots fired calls, shooting incidents, gun arrests, and homicides. Gun violence in Troy: A 2023 timeline TimelineMarch 30: Four shooting incidents in seven days, says Schenectady PDThe Schenectady Police Department confirmed four separate reports of shots fired between March 21 and 28. Police made ...

Several vehicles involved in North Grand at North Florissant crashes

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Emergency crews are responding to a multi-vehicle crash that's left a health care service truck overturned.Our Bommarito Automotive Group SkyFOX helicopter was flying over the area located on North Grand at North Florissant, where several vehicles can be seen involved, as well as an overturned 'Southside Wellness Center' truck. So far, the number of vehicles involved is unknown and the severity of the injuries has not been reported. Missouri expecting two rounds of winter weather Our Nissan Rogue Runner reporter, Nic Lopez, captured footage of the sceneFOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Avoid getting stuck in the snow with these winter driving tools

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Which car tools are best for driving in the snow?If the snow starts falling and all you can think about is how you will get to work, chances are that question can lead to some anxiety and tension. It’s worse if you aren’t used to driving in the snow and ice, whether you’re new to an area or it’s one of those rare winter storms. You don’t have to feel anxious driving on snowy or icy roads if you’re properly prepared. It doesn’t take much to be prepared for winter road conditions, either. All you need to stay safe is a handful of winter driving tools kept in your trunk or inside your home.In this article: Cartman Jumper Cables, SubZero Ice Scraper and WawaAuto Tire Traction Mats Top 10 tools for cars The list of items you could keep on hand to be prepared for a car emergency or bad weather during the winter months is p...

Embrace your desire to hibernate and elevate your winter sleep routine

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.It’s dark and cold, and you need some sleepWhy do we tend to forget that sleep is good for us? Experts recommend that adults sleep between seven and nine hours a night, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, but many of us don’t even come close on a regular basis. This winter, we’re challenging ourselves to embrace our darkness- and cold-induced desire to hibernate but stepping up our sleep environment with luxury upgrades. We’re revamping everything from our sleepwear to our bedtime atmosphere. That way, we can embrace and better enjoy giving our bodies and minds a much-needed reset during sleep. Shop this article: Cozy Earth Long-Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set, SHARPER IMAGE Ultimate Sleep White Noise Sound Machine and Thisworks Deep Sleep Pillow Spray How to have a more luxurious sleep experienceYes,...

How do I cut back on drinking? 10 tips for a successful Dry January

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

If you’ve decided to take a month away from drinking, you’re likely not alone. About 15% of U.S. adults reported they would participate in Dry January last year.The popularity of Dry January and Sober October brings certain advantages: bars are more likely to have a mocktail selection than they were a decade ago, and your friends will have heard of the concept of a dry month, even if they aren’t interested in trying one themselves.But changing habits around alcohol is still challenging, and the odds of success are higher if you go in with a plan, said Dr. Jeremy Kidd, a member of the American Psychiatric Association’s addiction council.While many people can stop or curtail drinking on their own, others need support from a doctor or mental health professional, he said.Dry January presents an opportunity for people to reconsider the role alcohol plays in their lives, he noted, but the same strategies work regardless of the season.Kidd recommended the following ...

Office space, “zombie buildings” key risk to Colorado’s economic outlook in 2024

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:00:46 GMT

Commercial real estate represents an anchor that is likely to only grow heavier in the months ahead as apartments join office space in stressing banks and weighing on the larger economy.“Office is a four-letter word right now,” said Marcel Arsenault, CEO and founder of Louisville-based Real Capital Solutions, while moderating a panel on commercial real estate at the Colorado Business Economic Outlook Forum, hosted by University of Colorado Boulder in early December.Falling interest rates might provide some relief, but they won’t reverse the reluctance lenders have when it comes to refinancing the massive amount of commercial real estate loans coming due, loans that were made when property values were much higher and interest rates much lower.The share of available office space in downtown Denver crossed 30% in the third quarter, marking the highest vacancy levels since 1990 when the state was coping with a severe energy bust.So-called “zombie” buildings...