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Norfolk Southern train derails in Alabama on morning of CEO's congressional testimony

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

CALHOUN COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT/NEXSTAR) – A Norfolk Southern train derailed in Alabama on Thursday morning, the same day CEO Alan Shaw apologized before members of Congress for February's fiery derailment in Ohio.Thursday's derailment concerned a train containing cars designed to carry concrete. Calhoun County Sheriff Matthew Wade said around 30 train cars were involved in the derailment, which took place around 6:50 a.m.All of the train cars were empty at the time of the accident, and no hazardous material was spilled, according to Wade. A train operated by Norfolk Southern derailed in Piedmont, Alabama, on Thursday morning, the company confirmed. (Calhoun County Sheriff's Office)In a statement shared with Nexstar's WIAT, a representative for Norfolk Southern added that there were no reports of injuries. "The train originated in Atlanta, Georgia, and it was traveling westbound to Meridian, Mississippi," the statement read, in part. "We will share any additional details as they become a...

Blackhawks & Red Wings: A meeting of the rebuilds

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

DETROIT - They are two of the proud "Original 6" members of the National Hockey League, and that's not the only bond they share at the moment. That's because the Chicago Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings are past a proud era of their franchise that brought success and championships to devoted fanbases. Players departed, others aged, and the succession plans didn't line up to keep the good times going.Translation: Both the Blackhawks and Red Wings are rebuilding, and they met on Wednesday night at Little Caesars Arena well out of the race for the playoffs. Is Jonathan Toews close to a return to the Blackhawks’ lineup? The Blackhawks are just underway with their rebuild that has stripped the NHL team of all but one of the members of their 2010s dynasty that captured three Stanley Cup titles. Patrick Kane's trade to the Rangers continues the building of a completely new on-ice product from the minors to the top team, where a premium has been put on draft picks. It's left the current ...

Can you afford to 'live comfortably' in these US cities?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

(NEXSTAR) - Are you making enough money to afford your bills, buy the things you want, and set aside some money and pay off debt? Unsurprisingly, where you live can impact just how much wiggle room you have in your budget, especially in some U.S. metros.A new study reviewed data from the MIT Living Wage Calculator, which estimates the living wage you need to support yourself and various family sizes throughout the country based on “geographically specific expenditure data related to a family’s likely minimum food, childcare, health insurance, housing, transportation, and other basic necessities" and a common budgeting method known as the 50/30/20 rule. Conducted by SmartAsset, a financial planning website, the study used the required annual income after taxes estimated by the living wage calculator to determine how much you need to earn to “live comfortably” in the nation’s largest cities using the 50/30/20 rule. The budgeting technique allocates your after-tax income to three categ...

The Lhoosk’uz Dené and Ulkatcho First Nations, Set To Mine Gold and Silver in B.C

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

Severe risk increases for Austin Metro tonight

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Wednesday's late day cold front is now moving north as a warm front allowing afternoon temperatures to return to the 80s under a mix of sun and clouds. NEW BLOG: La Niña has ended — Here’s what’s next and when El Niño could begin The front will then do another turn, moving in a southerly direction, and in the process, trigger storms and showers this evening into the overnight hours. Not everyone will get wet, but those that do could get some locally heavy rainfall.Storms start to organize along cold front Thursday nightStorms/showers along the I-35 corridor around midnight - 3AMSevere weather threat this evening and overnight (SPC)A low risk of severe storms is in place for the Austin Metro counties the Hill Country. Isolated severe storms could bring hail and gusty winds to the highlighted areas, but the coverage of severe storms looks limited.Rainfall could be locally heavy tonight. 1-3" of rain could fall locally, while most areas get much less than that. BLO...

New bill filed to prevent state park from becoming multi-million dollar private community

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 9, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) — A new bill has been filed in the Texas Senate aiming to prevent the development of a state park into a multi-million dollar private community.Senate Bill 1656, filed by Sen. Charles Schwertner on Monday, would allow the state of Texas to acquire the land through eminent domain, in a bid to keep Fairfield Lake State Park publicly accessible.The language of the bill is an exact copy of a House Bill filed last month by Rep. Angelia Orr.The park, about 70 miles east of Waco, closed to the public at the end of February after almost 50 years of operation. The park welcomed more than 80,000 visitors in Fiscal Year 2022.KXAN previously reported the current landowner, Vistra Energy, has leased land for the park to the state at no cost since the 1970s. Vistra is selling the land to Todd Interests, a Dallas-based developer.Todd Interests plans to turn the property into an exclusive commu...

Statewide brush burning ban begins March 16

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Although we've just experienced some heavy snow and most likely aren't done with the winter weather, the DEC explains warming temperatures can quickly cause wildfire conditions to rise. A statewide spring brush burning ban will begin March 16 and run through May 14. Columbia County hosts a hazardous waste collection day The annual brush burning ban has been enforced by the DEC since 2009. The DEC explains the ban aims to prevent wildfires and protect communities during heightened conditions for wildfires each spring.  Each year, DEC Forest Rangers extinguish dozens of wildfires that burn hundreds of acres. Local fire departments, many of which are staffed by volunteers, often have to leave their jobs and families to respond to wildfires caused by illegal debris fires.

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: March 10-12

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From concerts to Monster Jam to St. Patrick's Day parades, there are quite a few things happening on March 10, 11, and 12. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.March 10Dark Star Orchestra, Palace Theatre in Albany, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.Jazz Reach Presents: She Said/She Says & Metta Quintet, Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on the UPH website.Enter the Haggis, The Egg in Albany, 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on The Egg website.The International Martial Arts Expo, Lake George Holiday Inn Resort, 5 p.m. Best restaurants in Poughkeepsie, according to Yelp March 11Albany St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Central Avenue in Albany, 2 p.m.Dark Star Orchestra, Palace Theatre in Albany, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster w...

Columbia County hosts a hazardous waste collection day

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

GHENT, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Columbia County is holding household hazardous waste collection day just in time for spring cleaning. The collection day will take place on April 29 where residents can bring their items to the Columbia County Fire Training Center. Troy takes on trash problems with new barrels Amid spring cleaning, this is a perfect opportunity to get rid of some old stuff that may not be of use to you anymore. Check out the list below for what items are allowed on the collection day.What to bring Latex paint, oil-based paint (no empty or hardened paint)Stains and varnishesWood perservativesSolvents adhesivesLighter fluidFuels, gasoline, keroseneAntifreezeEngine degreasersBrake fluidCarburetor cleanerCar wax, polishRoofing tarDriveway sealerSwimming pool chemicalsPoisons, insecticides, fungicidesChemical fertilizersWeed killersMoth ballsFlea control products, pest stripsAerosol cans (not empty)Rubber cementHousehold batteriesFiberglass resinsPhoto chemicalsChemistry setsFu...

St. Louis Arby's offering a deal to celebrate renovations

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- You may have noticed that many St. Louis area Arby's restaurants have been under renovation over the past year. The work is now complete and customers are being offered a deal to help celebrate.The Flynn Restaurant Group says that they invested $11.5 million revitalizing 32 locations across the area. The restaurant group says that the refreshed locations added 500 jobs to the local economy. Top story: Suspected Schnucks shooter appeared to be targeting suburbs The remodeling work began in January 2022. The improvements took a few weeks to complete at each location. Drive-throughs remained open with special deals for customers while the work was being done. Work on the restaurants is now complete.The renovated businesses have new exteriors, and improved interiors. That includes modern lighting, chalkboard graphics, multi-colored wood, and more.You can now grab a special deal at St. Louis area Arby's locations. They are offering a four for $10 Classic Roast Beef Sandwic...