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Outlook 'hopeful' for officer hit in mass shooting, Louisville chief says

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A rookie police officer who was shot in the head while responding to the mass shooting at a Louisville bank remained in critical but stable condition Tuesday morning, the police chief said."It's looking hopeful," Louisville Metro Police Department Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel told WDRB-TV about Officer Nickolas Wilt, who had graduated from training just 10 days earlier.She said Wilt and other officers “unflinchingly” engaged the shooter at Old National Bank and stopped him from killing more people.Authorities said Tuesday that the investigation into the shooting was continuing and body camera video will be released later.Connor Sturgeon, 25, an employee of the bank, opened fire with a rifle at his workplace Monday morning, killing five people — including a close friend of Kentucky's governor — while livestreaming the attack on Instagram, authorities said. Another eight people were wounded. What we know about those killed in Louisville ...

Are nutria dangerous? Tips on how to interact, keep pets safe

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A mysterious animal swimming in Lady Bird Lake was recently identified by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department as a nutria, which is a common rodent, often compared to beavers. Nutria spotted in Lady Bird Lake — what is it? But they're not always great neighbors. TPWD said in a post titled “Texas’ most unwanted plants and animals” that nutria eat aquatic vegetation and burrow, “which can lead to erosion and damage roads.”Nutria can also be territorial and sometimes will lash out and become aggressive, according to Dr. Briana Armstrong from Firehouse Animal Health Center. Avoid nutriaArmstrong said she doesn't often hear about nutria attacks on pets, but it can happen if people and/or their dogs are in the rodent's territory. "If you're in their feeding grounds, or they have offspring with them, or you've cornered them, then sometimes they'll respond and lash out and become aggressive," Armstrong explained. "So those are kind of the scenarios where you want to ...

Report: Austin, Georgetown rank as highest rents in metro area

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for April 11, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin rent remains the highest in the metro area, according to new data released Tuesday. But one Williamson County suburb is trailing narrowly behind. Austin ranked as the most expensive rent with $1,600 on average for a one-bedroom apartment, according to rental real estate company Zumper. PREVIOUS REPORT: Austin rent prices slowly decreasing Georgetown narrowly followed behind with a $1,570 average rent, according to new Zumper data released Tuesday. San Marcos ranked as the least expensive rent in the report at $1,210. However, San Marcos rents increased 14.2% year-over-year for one-bedroom units — the highest annual growth among the cities compared. Georgetown had the second-highest annual growth at 6.8% for a one-bedroom unit. The report said Cedar Park and Pflugerville rents decreased year-over-year by 5.3% and 3.4%, respectively. Austin area rents were all higher tha...

In This Moment, Motionless in White coming to MVP Arena

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Metal bands In This Moment and Motionless in White are set to perform at MVP Arena in Albany on August 19 at 7 p.m. This stop is part of "The Dark Horizon Tour" featuring special guests Fit for a King and From Ashes to New. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! In This Moment is best known for the songs "Blood" and "Adrenalize." Motionless in White is best known for the songs "Another Life" and "Voices."Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 14 at 10 a.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.

Drag storytime coming to Lake Luzerne library

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

LAKE LUZERNE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Rockwell Falls Public Library is set to host its first-ever drag queen story hour. On Saturday, April 15, drag queen entertainer Scarlet Sagamore comes to Lake Luzerne. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Scarlet Sagamore will hold a storytime for all ages from 10:15 to 11 a.m. The story hour features songs and crafts, giving kids the chance to make their own crowns to wear. Sagamore performs at events in the Capital Region including brunches and outdoor events."This gives us the opportunity in sticking with our vision statement to be at the programming forefront within SALS (Southern Adirondack Library System), providing opportunities for our patrons to participate in cultural growth," wrote Rockwell Falls Public Library in an announcement on social media. The library holds regular storytime events, as well as other educational events, like an upcoming Adirondack Raptors presentation on April 27. ...

Enjoy a scenic train ride on the Catskill Flyer

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Catskill Flyer is offering Spring and Summertime train rides beginning on April 15. Passengers can take in views of the Catskills and Ulster County in coaches or on open-air flat cars. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Train rides begin at the Westbrook Lane Station in Kingston Plaza. The trip takes passengers through farmlands, over Esopus Creek, through the Hurley Flats, and begins to climb up Hurley Mountain. All trains are round trip, and trips are approximately 90 minutes.The Catskill Flyer will run from April 15 to September 16. Trains leave at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Ticket prices are $17 per adult, $16 for seniors/veterans and those serving in the military, and $11 for children. Children under 2 may ride on an adult's lap for free. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

WATCH: Hochul talks abortion medication at Planned Parenthood

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

NEW YORK (NEWS10) — Gov. Kathy Hochul is speaking at the Planned Parenthood of Greater New York's virtual press conference on medication abortion rulings. She is slated to start at noon. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Stick with NEWS10 for more on the Hochul Administration.

Dr. Jah and the Love Prophets performing in Albany

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Reggae band Dr. Jah and the Love Prophets will perform at The Hollow Bar and Kitchen on Thursday, April 20, from 7 to 11 p.m. to celebrate the legalization of marijuana, according to the event's Eventbrite website. Tickets are available online for those interested. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Dr. Jah and the Love Prophets were formed in 1988 and originated in upstate New York. According to the event's Eventbrite website, the band has been at the forefront of the marijuana legalization effort, and this concert is to celebrate its legalization. The band fuses sounds of roots reggae and jam bands for a danceable, easygoing, and uplifting atmosphere.

Gov't Mule to perform Pink Floyd classics at SPAC

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Gov't Mule is set to perform at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) for its 'Dark Side of the Mule' tour. The band will be performing its hit songs, as well as some Pink Floyd classics. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The concert is set for July 28 at 8 p.m. Gov't Mule formed in 1994 as a side project of the Allman Brothers Band. Gov't Mule is best known for the songs "Soulshine" and "Banks Of The Deep End."Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 14 at 10 a.m. You can buy tickets on the Live Nation website.

Adopt a dog for $50 at the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:30:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Thinking about adopting a dog? Head to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society from April 11 to 15 for a special adoption event! All dogs one year and older will have $50 adoption fees. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! During this special week, if you take a dog home on foster-to-adopt, the $50 fee will be applied when you finalize. To see all dogs available for adoption, click here.The humane society is also in desperate need of wet dog food. Other supplies needed can be found here.