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Tie for longest heatwave in Austin's history

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Today will mark Austin's 27th consecutive day at 100° or hotter - tying the current record for the longest heatwave in the city's history.Today's excessive heat will result in another Heat Advisory for Central Texas. Temperatures up to 105° and heat index values up to 112° are possible, so be sure to check in with yourself, family, friends and coworkers for any signs of heat-related illnesses.Thursday marks our 27th consecutive day at 100° or hotter - the longest stretch on Austin recordElevated fire weather, fueled by ongoing drought, rain-free conditions, breezy winds and low afternoon humidity, will trigger another Red Flag Warning 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. today.High to very high fire danger continues ThursdayRed Flag Warning re-issued Thursday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.As the ridge of high pressure remains parked over the region, our weather will fall into a "rinse & repeat" pattern. Mainly sunny skies, noticeable humidity, extreme afternoon heat and unusually warm mornings...

Search to continue for man missing in Bald Eagle Lake

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

A search for a man who went missing in a White Bear Township lake will resume Thursday, the Ramsey County sheriff’s office said.Deputies responded to Bald Eagle Lake off U.S. 61 about 8 p.m. Wednesday on a report of man who went underwater near an island and hadn’t returned to the surface, according to Steve Linders, a sheriff’s office spokesman.The sheriff’s office water patrol launched a boat and searched for the man, but they didn’t find him.The search will continue Thursday morning, Linders said. Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | St. Paul firefighters, with contract unsettled for 200+ days, hold informational picket Crime & Public Safety | Washington County deputy to appeal ruling in wrongful-death lawsuit Crime & Public Safety | Jury awards $11.5 million to family of man fatally shot by St. Paul officers Crime & Public Safety | Parents of missing Eagan man establish no...

David French: Trump indictment will produce the trial America needs

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

At last. The federal criminal justice system is going to legal war against one of the most dishonest, malicious and damaging conspiracies in the history of the United States. Tuesday’s indictment of Donald Trump, brought by special counsel Jack Smith’s office, is the culmination of a comprehensive effort to bring justice to those who attempted to overthrow the results of an American presidential election.In the weeks after the 2020 election, the legal system was in a defensive crouch, repelling an onslaught of patently frivolous claims designed to reverse the election results. In the months and years since the violent insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021, the legal system has switched from defense to offense. With all deliberate speed, prosecutors first brought charges against Trump’s foot soldiers, the men and women who breached the Capitol. Next, prosecutors pursued the organizers of Trumpist right-wing militias, the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, who had engaged in a seditious conspiracy t...

Shooting leaves 1 man dead, another injured in St. Paul

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

A man was killed and another was injured in a shooting Wednesday night in St. Paul.Officers responded to reports of a shooting in Frogtown just before 11 p.m. in the 90 block of Manitoba Avenue. They found a man with an apparent gunshot wound to the head, and paramedics pronounced him dead.Another man was reportedly grazed by a bullet and paramedics took him to Regions Hospital.As of early Thursday, police said they were interviewing possible witnesses and collecting evidence. Investigators asked anyone with information to call them at 651-266-5650.The homicide was the 21st of the year in St. Paul. Police said they will release the victim’s name after the Ramsey County medical examiner’s office confirms his identity.There were 22 homicides in St. Paul as of this date last year. Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Man convicted of killing, dismembering St. Paul man whose remains were dumped in Lake Superior Crime & Public Safety | 1 ...

5 things to know this Thursday, August 3

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Friday eve! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, we can expect a rise in humidity today compared to the last few days we've been enjoying in the NEWS10 viewing area. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! A 10-year-old was reported missing on Wednesday out of Troy. According to the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, she got into an unknown car on Tuesday around 11:40 p.m. and may be with Kristin Lagace, her non-custodial mother. Also, a man pleaded not guilty to the rape and murder of a 3-year-old in Rensselaer County Court Wednesday afternoon. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning. 1. Update on missing 10-year-old from TroyThe New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services has provided an update regarding Elizabeth Rosa, the missing 10-year-old reported missing out of Troy on Wednesday. Police say she may be with Kristin L...

Flash flooding concerns Thursday morning, spottier storm chances into the weekend

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

St. Louis weather from Meteorologist Angela Hutti:ST. LOUIS - The threat for severe thunderstorms is ending, but the threat of flash flooding is ongoing, especially south of I-70 for the next several hours. Thunderstorms coverage and impacts will begin to ease after 6:00 a.m. Scattered showers and storms will continue through the day in our southern counties. St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here Temperature highs will pop into the mid 80s with some afternoon sunshine. It will also be quite humid after all the recent rain. Spot to scattered shower and storms chances Friday into the weekend. With more dry time, temps will warm back towards 90 each day.

Lightning strike causes overnight house fire in Fenton, Missouri

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

FENTON, Mo. - A Fenton family was forced from their home overnight after authorities say lightning struck the house, catching it on fire.Officials with the Fenton Fire Protection District say fortunately the family living in the home was able to escape without any injuries, but there were some scary moments and the damage to the house is extensive. The roof is gone, and there is some siding damage to the homes on both sides.This happened at Meramec Meadows Drive, not far from Smitzer Mill Road and Meramec Station Road. Cardinals superfan charged with joining Capitol riot in red face paint, Trump hat Fire crews got the call a little after 11:00 p.m. There were storms in the area with lightning at the time. Fenton fire officials told FOX 2 that the family living in the home heard lightning strike the house then they smelled something burning.We're told told they started looking around and noticed the roof of the home was on fire. That's when the family got out and fire crews were ca...

Amazon workers file complaint about safety at Fulfillment Center in St. Peters

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Missouri Amazon warehouse workers file a safety complaint with OSHA.The Missouri Workers Center is hosting a virtual briefing Thursday on the complaint. Congresswoman Cori Bush is scheduled to take part along with former workers at the Amazon Fulfillment Center in St. Peters. ‘Life Goes On, Man’ : Cardinals look ahead to future after deadline deals The workers blame Amazon for work practices that led to job related injuries.

Mike Parson and MoDOT announcing $50M 'Missouri Railroad Safety Crossing Plan' today

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Missouri Governor Mike Parson and MoDOT are announcing a new 'Missouri Railroad Safety Crossing Plan' Thursday.In June of last year, an Amtrak train hit a dump truck at a crossing in Mendon, Missouri. Four people died. 150 others were hurt. Cardinals superfan charged with joining Capitol riot in red face paint, Trump hat The governor is expected to sign a bill Thursday providing $50 million to improve 47 railroad crossings used by Amtrak. Missouri has more than 3,300 public rail crossings.Only half of them have lights or gates.

Police: 19-year-old missing since Wednesday afternoon

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:59:31 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - St. Louis County Police issue an endangered person advisory for 19-year-old john Michael Leb.He is 5'5, 127 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes. He was last seen wearing a green hospital gown. ‘Life Goes On, Man’ : Cardinals look ahead to future after deadline deals Leb walked away from Mercy South Hospital Wednesday afternoon where he was undergoing a court-ordered psychological evaluation. Police say he has a violent past with suicidal tendencies.If you have any information about Michael Leb's whereabouts, please call St. Louis County Police at 636-529-8210 or 911.