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Damp weather returns for many on Tuesday

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Clouds are increasing from west to east as a weak disturbance moves into the area. El Niño watch issued: Here’s what that means Periods of mist, light rain showers and even an isolated thunderstorm are expected in many areas overnight through the day Tuesday. While damp weather will be fairly easy to come by, rain totals will remain very light -- under 0.10" for most.Heat and humidity build midweek as rain chances dip lower on Wednesday, but a broad western storm slowly approaching the Plains will increase rain chances locally Thursday and Friday. Rain and thunderstorms look most likely on Friday with the passage of a cold front.Daily rain chances are in the forecast all week, but rain totals will remain disappointing. Most areas can expect just 0.25"-0.50", then dry weather returns this weekend.Forecast rain totals through Friday nightTemperatures appear much chillier Saturday and Sunday with gusty north winds potentially keeping highs in the 60s.FIRST WARNING WE...

Claudio Reyna no longer listed on Austin FC's website as technical advisor

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Former Austin FC sporting director Claudio Reyna is no longer listed on the team's website as part of the technical staff.Reyna resigned from his post as Austin FC's sporting director in January in the fallout of abuse allegations he and his wife Danielle made to the U.S. Soccer Federation following the 2022 FIFA World Cup about U.S. Men's National Team head coach Gregg Berhalter. Reyna moved into a technical advisor role alongside Nolan Sheldon, but Reyna's name and title are no longer on the team's website.MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the Score sports newsletter at kxan.com/newslettersAn archived version of the team's website from Feb. 21 has Reyna listed as a technical advisor, but now only Sheldon is listed in the role.KXAN has reached out to Austin FC for comment and clarification on Reyna's status with the club, and we'll update this story when we hear back.Reyna was one of the architects of Au...

Man gets 6 months in county workhouse for biting St. Paul cop outside Target store

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

A Warroad, Minn., man has been sentenced to six months in the Ramsey County workhouse for biting a St. Paul police officer outside a Target store.Damarcus Allen Rhen (Courtesy of Ramsey County sheriff’s office)Damarcus Allen Rhen, 29, previously pleaded guilty to felony fourth-degree assault of a peace officer in last year’s incident that began as a shoplifting call at the Target store on 2080 Ford Parkway.Around 2:30 p.m. Oct. 4, St. Paul police Senior Cmdr. Joshua Lego followed up on a theft complaint at the store. Rhen had been seen pushing a cartload of goods totaling $271.57 out of the store without making any effort to pay, the criminal complaint alleges.Lego attempted to arrest Rhen, who sat down when ordered to do so, but began to resist when the officer tried to handcuff him.Rhen “actively and violently fought” with Lego, biting him multiple times on his left hand, left shoulder and armpit area, the complaint states. It took other officers and a chemical irritant to b...

Lake Elmo: Teen charged with felony assault after weekend stabbing

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

A family argument over the weekend led a Lake Elmo teenager to stab a relative with a knife, puncturing the man’s lung and causing it to collapse and fill with fluid, according to charging documents filed Monday in Washington County District Court.The 17-year-old boy was charged Monday with first-degree felony assault in Washington County District Court. He was arrested Saturday afternoon after police were called to a house in the 10000 block of Third Street Place North around 3:15 p.m. When deputies arrived, they found the 33-year-old victim “bleeding from two stab wounds to his chest and upper back,” according to a news release from the Washington County Attorney’s Office.The victim identified the teen as his attacker and told deputies the two had gotten into an argument.At one point during the argument, the teen reportedly left the room and went to an upstairs bedroom. He returned with a knife and stabbed the victim in the chest and back. Deputies administered medical aid u...

Three ‘Sopranos’ stars will talk about the legendary series live at Mystic Lake in August

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

A trio of actors from HBO’s mobster smash “The Sopranos” will hit Mystic Lake Casino on Aug. 26 for an evening dubbed “In Conversation with ‘The Sopranos.’”Ticket prices start at $29 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday through Ticketmaster.The evening features cast members Michael Imperioli (Christopher Moltisanti), Steve Schirripa (Bobby Bacala) and Vincent Pastore (Salvatore Bonpensiero) on stage for 90 minutes sharing stories and memories with comedian Joey Kola. The show includes an audience Q&A session.“The Sopranos” ran on HBO from 1999 to 2007 and is now regarded as one of the greatest and most influential shows in television history. TV Guide ranked it the best TV series of all time in 2013 and Rolling Stone did the same in lists published in 2016 and 2022.All three actors have continued to work since the end of “The Sopranos,” with Imperioli recently earning raves for his work on the second season of HBO’s “The White Lotus.”Related ArticlesMovies &a...

Albany police looking for info on abandoned dog

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Police Department is looking for information in regards to an abandoned dog. The dog was found tied to a tree on April 13. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The dog was found in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve near Old State Road and the City of Albany line. Police said the dog was without any food or water while temperatures were in the high 80s.The dog found in the Albany Pine Bush (photo courtesy: APD)Anyone with information about the dog can call investigators at (518) 462-7107. If no one answers, leave a message and someone will return your call.

NYS legislature passes third budget extender

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Both houses of the New York State legislature have passed a third state budget extender. The extender was then signed into action by Governor Kathy Hochul Monday evening. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The deadline for the state budget is now Thursday, April 20. The budget was originally due on April 1 before the first budget extender was signed. The second extender was passed on April 10.This new extender once again allows state workers to be paid before the New York State finalizes a budget. This funds the state through Thursday in an effort to give lawmakers enough time to finally pass a spending plan.

Illinois man sentenced for online teen sextortion scam

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

BENTON, Ill. - A man from rural Illinois was sentenced to 75 years in federal prison on Monday after being found guilty last fall of an online sextortion scheme that targeted underage girls.Prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois said Michael Ferris, 44, was convicted in November 2022 on 25 counts of extortion and cyberstalking, as well as the production, distribution, and possession of child pornography.According to court documents, Ferris made fake Facebook accounts posing as a teen girl. He would join Facebook communities for teenagers and sexual abuse victims. Ferris sent unwanted messages to girls by pretending to be a teen looking for a new friend.If the teens answered, Ferris tried to get them to send him a nude picture of themselves or answer personal questions. Ferris would use this information to coerce the girls to send him more sexually-explicit pictures, ask more questions, or perform on a video chat. Kim Gardner faces contemp...

One California city ranked among top 10 'most diverse' cities in America

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

Only one California city was ranked among the top 10 “most diverse" cities in America, according to a new report from WalletHub.The personal finance company compared 501 of the most populated cities in the U.S. across 13 diversity-based metrics, including race, occupation, language and age. No more than 10 cities from each state were considered for the study.Overall, Los Angeles was considered to be the tenth “most diverse” city in America. This California city is the ‘happiest’ place in America, study says California cities' overall position in the study15th: Long Beach19th: Oakland28th: Sacramento30th: Anaheim42nd: San Diego44th: San Jose67th: Fresno84th: Bakersfield135th: San FranciscoMany California cities dropped significantly in ranking compared to WalletHub’s 2019 most diverse cities rankings.In those rankings, Oakland and San Jose took the seventh and eighth positions, respectively. San Francisco took the 11th spot, San Diego took the 18th position, Los Angeles was ranked ...

Get High on Style: 9 Trendy 4/20 Gifts for Your Friends (or Yourself!)

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:19 GMT

The air is filled with the scent of herb, the sun is shining, and the city is buzzing with energy. It’s that time of year again – 4/20, the unofficial high holiday for cannabis enthusiasts all over the world. Whether you’re a seasoned smoker or just looking to join in on the festivities, there’s no better way to celebrate than by buying the perfect gift for you and your stoner friends.From the coolest accessories to the hottest smoking gear and the tastiest treats, the options are endless. So why settle for a boring present when you can surprise your friends with something that screams fun and sophistication?Let’s take a look at the top products for 4/20 and how to celebrate the day in style. Get ready to light up, and let’s dive in!Get Your Buzz On Celebrating 4/20 with Tasty TreatsLooking to elevate your 4/20 celebrations? These cannabis products will take your high to the next level. Why settle for a mediocre high when you can go all in with these pr...