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Local pet professionals say owners shouldn't worry about boarding dogs amid mystery illness

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – We're in the midst of the holiday season, which means many pups will be checked into kennels while their owners travel for the holidays. While it's still unknown whether a mystery respiratory illness infecting dogs is circulating in Texas -- it's been detected in at least 14 states so far-- one Travis County boarding facility encouraged pet lovers not to panic and gave some advice on how to keep their furry friends healthy. MORE: Is the mysterious dog illness in Texas? An expert explains why it’s hard to tell “How well do you take care of yourself, and how well do you want to take care of your dog? Being a proactive pet parent will alleviate a lot of things that could come from being in a dog community,” said Kristine Krolczyk, owner of My Love Fur Paws.  Krolczyk said they had nearly 100 dogs boarding with My Love Fur Paws over Thanksgiving, and none got sick with any virus. She said boosting your dog's immune system is paramount before checking the...

September hail storm caused $600 million in damage to Austin area, NWS estimates

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Severe thunderstorms hit the Austin area on Sept. 24, 2023. Large hail stones, estimated to be the size of baseballs and softballs, were reported in Williamson County as the storm moved south to Travis County. Estimated $27M in damages to Round Rock car dealerships from Sunday night hailstorm The National Weather Service office in New Braunfels has worked to come up with the estimated cost for this hail storm. The NWS said the monetary loss numbers are difficult to calculate because insurance companies are no longer sharing their numbers with the NWS. The National Centers for Environmental Information said Texas had an estimated $700 million in insured losses during the hailstorm onslaught. This was out of the $1.3 billion mentioned on their website.The NCEI said it was not able to get a county-by-county breakdown because it does not exist or it was not shared with the local NWS office. Of the $700 million in the state, the NWS determined $600 million of that loss ...

Signs point to College of Saint Rose impending closure

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to multiple sources, it appears The College of Saint Rose will be closing its doors following the conclusion of the 2023-2024 school year. That message was echoed in a statement from the Capital Region Delegation. The impending closure comes in the wake of the college's recent announcement declaring the need for financial aid from the city of Albany and New York State. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The college stated that they have faced a significant drop in enrollment since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The school reportedly relies on tuition for 80% of their total budget. According to the delegation, the college is committed to working toward a seamless transition for current students and faculty. In addition to its students, the school currently supports hundreds of jobs and owns roughly 87 properties in Albany. Saint Rose ending some academic program amid financial troubles “F...

Clifton Park man sentenced on child porn charges

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Thursday, Herbert L. Marlow, 76, was sentenced on two charges of possessing a sexual performance by a child. Marlow will serve one year of incarceration and ten years of probation on each charge, which will run consecutively. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Marlow was arrested on March 23 following an investigation into a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. He was accused of having images consistent with child sexual exploitation. Marlow was arrested again on August 23.

State leaders host World AIDS Day summit

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)-- Ahead of World AIDS Day, the New York State Department of Health held its 8th annual Ending the Epidemic Summit, remembering those who died, while also acknowledging the progress that has been made in treating the disease. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The event was held at the Albany Capital Center, where quilts lined the walls, memorializing those who have died from AIDS.Perry Junjulas, Executive Director at the Albany Damien Center, shared his own personal story."I was diagnosed back in 1995 and was told I had three months to live," explained Junjulas. "And I really had no reason to doubt anyone because people were dying around me. It was right around the time the new meds were coming out, and so there was a section of us who were saved by the meds."New York State Health Commissioner, James McDonald, said New York is dedicated to helping people living with the disease. While there is no cure, treat...

Fontbonne University drops 21 programs, 19 jobs amid budget cuts

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

CLAYTON, Mo. - Fontbonne University will lose 21 academic programs and 19 faculty positions as officials prepare for nearly $2 million in budget cuts. The university announced a "retrenchment plan" Thursday afternoon, indicating various budget cuts and their impacts over the next several years. Tow truck operator killed in Illinois served as volunteer firefighter Earlier this month, FOX 2 learned that students feared the university would cut its fine arts program. A statement from the university in our previous report said "Fontbonne is navigating shifting economic and financial circumstances" and hinted there could be changes to "reduce expenses while retaining our ranking as a 'best value' school and top regional university in the Midwest."The university will cut the fine arts program along with those emphasizing global studies, healthcare management, communication, and several others. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. ...

Diamond Sports could drop St. Louis broadcasts next year after bankruptcy

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Diamond Sports, the parent company of St. Louis regional sports network Bally Sports Midwest, could drop local broadcasts as soon as next year, according to recent court proceedings. Multiple reports, including ones from the Sports Business Journal and Bloomberg, note the Diamond Sports Group could shut down after fulfilling obligations for the 2024 MLB regular season, which ends in late September.Diamond Sports Group, the largest owner of regional sports networks, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in March after missing a $140 million interest payment. Since then, Diamond Sports has cut ties with MLB's San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks and also agreed to a wind-down deal with NBA broadcasts that expires after the 2023-24 season. Tow truck operator killed in Illinois served as volunteer firefighter Recent developments, including November court proceedings that revealed Diamond Sports could shut down, leave some uncertainty for the future of St. Louis...

Candy Cane Lane light show expands to more St. Louis streets

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS – As Christmas approaches, residents of Murdock Avenue, Prague Ave, and Neosho St., in the St. Louis Hills neighborhood are gearing up for their annual light displays, drawing in cars bumper to bumper. Currently, three streets—the original Candy Cane Lane, Snowflake Street, and Angel Avenue—are all located in the St. Louis Hill neighborhood. The events are free, but donations—which will be used for charities—are encouraged.One of the original residents of Murdock Avenue initiated Candy Cane Lane about 18 years ago. According to Bob Klasek, one of his neighbors wrapped a tree in lights, and the following year, more trees were adorned with Christmas lights until all the trees down Murdock Avenue were decorated.Angel Avenue is situated between Murdoch and Nottingham at the back of the 4700 block of Prague Ave. in St. Louis Hills. Russ Smith, one of the Angel Avenue organizers, mentioned that even though Angel Avenue is smaller, the entire block works together to decorate each...

Littleton man accused of sexually assaulting unconscious women may have more victims, DA says

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

Christopher Kelly Jackson (Provided by First Judicial District Attorney’s Office)A Littleton man charged in August of sexually assaulting three unconscious women he had met at bars could have more victims, the 1st Judicial District Attorney’s Office said in a Thursday news release.Christopher Kenny Jackson, 63, faces six counts of sexual assault for the alleged incidents that happened between December 2004 and February 2008. He also faces one charge of sexual exploitation of a child.Investigators found video of Jackson assaulting the women while reviewing files seized during a February 2023 search of his Littleton home. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office searched the home after the Colorado Internet Crimes Against Children task force linked his IP address to alleged pornography uploads, the DA’s office said.Investigators seized computers, phones and an external hard drive during the search. Jackson was not cooperative during the search, according to an arr...

Men’s basketball: CU Buffs look to rebound at home, yet must fix road woes

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:51:12 GMT

It was a stretch of about three and a half minutes, spread over one short interval and then an even shorter one, that doomed the Colorado Buffaloes at Colorado State.However, after losing state bragging rights in Fort Collins on Wednesday night, the Buffaloes will be less concerned about reviewing the minutes that got away than finding a big-picture solution to some early road woes.The 88-83 defeat suffered by the CU men’s basketball team at 20th-ranked Colorado State occurred in the Buffaloes’ only true road game of the nonconference schedule, and the three games in which the Buffs have struggled the most so far during the still-young season have happened away from the CU Events Center.The Buffs have overwhelmed the competition during four home wins. But their other three games — the CSU loss, plus games against Richmond and Florida State at the Sunshine Slam — have produced CU’s three worst 3-point games and both of the Buffs’ losses.“Challenge their mental toughness. Because that...