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Israel's Netanyahu vows to 'destroy' Hamas, says Gaza offensive still in early stages

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to destroy Hamas as the army prepares for an expected ground invasion of the Gaza Strip.Netanyahu delivered the threat in a nationally televised address late Friday.Israel has been pounding Gaza with airstrikes since Hamas militants carried out an unprecedented cross-border attack last Saturday, killing over 1,300 people in a brutal rampage. Early Friday, Israel ordered half of Gaza’s population to evacuate their homes.“This is just the beginning,” Netanyahu said. “We will end this war stronger than ever.”“We will destroy Hamas,” he added, saying Israel has widespread international support for the operation.THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.JERUSALEM (AP) — Palestinians fled in a mass exodus from northern Gaza Friday after Israel’s military told some 1 million people to evacuate toward the southern part of the besieged territory, an unprecedented order ahead of an expected ground inva...

Can the Bears end 2 more losing streaks on Sunday?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Fans of the Bears were able to breathe a sigh of relief after the team ended their 14-game losing streak against the Commanders on October 5.But as they approach Sunday's game against the Vikings at Soldier Field, there are still two more they'd like to end. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)The first is a losing streak against their opponents in the NFC North, which actually goes back longer than the team's 11-month overall skid they ended last week. Right now, the team has a ten-game losing streak against the division, with their last win coming against the Lions on Thanksgiving Day in 2021 when Andy Dalton led the team to victory. The Bears loss their final three division games of that season, then all six in a 3-14 campaign in 2022.This season, the Bears dropped their season opener to the Packers 38-20 at Soldier Field, putting that streak into the double digits.(Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)Speaking of the Bears' home stadium, it's been over a year s...

Abbott urges school choice supporters to not be like UT football in final push

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

Editor's Note: The above video is KXAN's previous coverage after the Texas Senate approved SB 1, on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023.Austin (Nexstar) — Gov. Greg Abbott said supporters of school choice are close to their goal at the Capitol. But Thursday night, he urged backers to avoid mimicking the Texas Longhorns in the final push for the legislation. Abbott spoke at Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) 2023 Parent Empowerment Leadership Summit dinner, about an hour after the Texas Senate gave preliminary approval to a bill to allow parents to use public funds to pay for private education. Senate passes plan to let Texas parents use public funds to pay for private schools "We are on the one-yard line, a good place to be," Abbott said.Abbott referenced Texas football's play calling in Texas's 34-30 loss to Oklahoma in last week's Red River Rivalry. He referenced UT's lack of success at the one-yard line as a metaphor to illustrate the current risk, even with success seeming close."UT to...

Breezes increase as the humidity decreases

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A cold front will move across Central Texas during the afternoon. The first effect of the front will be an increase in gusty winds with speeds of 15 to 20+ mph expected.The second effect will be the drop in the dew points/relative humidity. Temperatures will eventually start to cool but not before reaching some upper 80s to low 90s during the mid- to late-afternoon.Clouds will be clearing during the afternoon after the front has passed. Look for a mostly clear sky this evening. Sunshine and fair-weather clouds are part of tomorrow's forecast with most highs in the mid/upper 70s to a few around 80° to 82°.That will be followed by three days of highs in the 70s before the 80s return on Wednesday when the winds return from the south. Coldest mornings next week will be Monday and Tuesday with several morning minimums in the 40s.The next chance of rain will come Thursday as another cold front heads to the area.Annular solar eclipse SaturdayThe weather looks great for loc...

Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: October 9-13

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The restaurant industry is ever-changing with restaurants opening, closing, relocating, or just doing their thing. Here’s a recap of the latest Capital Region restaurant news, October 9 through 13. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Adirondack Winery sets its goal for breast cancerEvery year, Adirondack Winery in Queensbury puts on pink and raises money, glass by glass, for breast cancer awareness and research. This month, the winery hopes to raise $20,000 for its 11th annual Drink Pink Fundraiser.New tavern opening on Central Ave in ColonieSeptember’s Too, a revival of the former September’s night club, is opening at the same location in Colonie. The tavern is having its grand opening weekend from October 13 to 15.New cocktail lounge opening in Glens FallsThe Golden Monkey Lounge, an elevated cocktail bar, is opening at 58 South Street in Glens Falls. The lounge is set to have its soft opening on Friday, ...

Things to do in the North Country this weekend: Oct. 13-15

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This weekend, October events and Halloween fun are joined by Oktoberfest celebrations and outdoor flea markets. It's cold outside, but not too cold to get out into the Adirondacks. Here's what's happening from Glens Falls north into the Adirondacks on the weekend of Oct. 13 to 15. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Fort AnnBooTown Halloween HauntEvery Saturday and Sunday in OctoberHaunted cemetery of scares and creepy clowns, with an interactive zombie huntBooTown, 11225 Route 149$20 per personUpstate Misfits Comedy ShowcaseSaturday, Oct. 14, 9 p.m.Comedy night featuring Sam Holder, Mike Bernat, Kay Goutos, Shawn Barnes, J. Connolly, Will Johnson, and Gene CenateThe Trap, 5 Buttermilk Falls Road, Fort Ann$10 admissionFort EdwardLocktoberfestSaturday, Oct. 14, noon - 5 p.m.Kids activities, live music, food trucks, beer tent, local farmsCanal Street Marketplace, 63 Canal St., Fort EdwardSpooktacular Book...

Powerball sales generated $66.1 million for New York schools

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The $1.765 billion Powerball jackpot that was won by a player in California on October 11 was the country's second-largest jackpot ever. Despite the win coming from out of state, New York schools and retailers benefited greatly from the game going without a first-place prize for months. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Powerball jackpot rolled up 36 times between July 22 and October 11, with ticket sales in New York totaling $189 million during the run, according to the New York State Gaming Commission. With all of New York Lottery's profits from sales being constitutionally dedicated to K-12 public schools, a total of $66.1 million was generated toward aiding education across the state, while commissions on Powerball sales paid out to retailers totaled $11.3 million. “Every dollar spent playing the New York Lottery benefits New York’s schools and lottery retailers, many of which are small businesse...

Florissant man sentenced to over 11 years in prison for series of robberies

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

FLORISSANT, Mo. – A man has been sentenced to over 11 years in prison for robbing five businesses in the Florissant area. Kevin E. West Jr., 23, has also been ordered to pay $7,022 in damages. West pleaded guilty in June to robbery and using a gun to threaten victims. On May 26, 2021, he stole cash from two cash registers and a safe at a Dollar Tree store on North Lindbergh Boulevard. On December 1, 2021, he robbed a different Dollar Tree on New Halls Ferry Road at gunpoint and took cash from a register.  Missouri deer painted with ‘pet’ sign raises concern On January 2, 2022, he robbed a Subway on North Lindbergh Boulevard, and three days later, he robbed a GameStop on New Halls Ferry Road. On January 28, 2022, he robbed another Subway on North Lindbergh Boulevard and threatened an employee with a gun to expedite the money from the register. The investigation of this case was carried out by local authorities, and the case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attor...

4 sought in Chatsworth fatal shooting

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

Four men are being sought in connection with the fatal shooting of a person in Chatsworth early Friday.The incident was reported around 4:40 a.m. in the 20600 block of Bahama Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.Four men allegedly fired several rounds at a guard or employee, who was declared dead at the scene, police said.The assailants got away in a vehicle.It is unclear what led up to the deadly shooting, but aerial video from Sky5 showed evidence markers at the scene and a canopy set up over a car in the area. No further details about the victim or suspects have been released.

Teens eye gouged, head stomped, swung ax at Fullerton College security officers, police say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:13 GMT

Three teens were taken into custody after they allegedly beat up a campus safety officer at Fullerton College Friday morning, then swung an ax at responding officers as they attempted to escape.At about 6:15 a.m., a Fullerton College officer found three teens "trespassing on a bench" on the campus quad next to the 200 Building, the Fullerton Police Department said in a news release. The campus officer was immediately attacked, and the teens "punched, kicked, head stomped, and eye gouged" him, police said.That officer was able to radio for help, and when his colleagues arrived, one of the teens pulled out "a tomahawk style axe from his backpack and swung it at the Safety Officers," though no one was struck, police said.One of the teens, later identified as Fullerton resident Elijah Balfe, 18, was taken into custody at the scene, but the other two escaped.FPD officers searched for the two teens who escaped, finding a 17-year-old boy at North Hornet Way and North Berkeley Avenue. After...