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Wildfires ignite across Texas amid extreme heat and drought

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

AUSTIN (Nexstar) -- At least 11 active wildfires have burned more than 2,700 acres across Texas as of 6 p.m. Monday, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.The statewide firefighting coalition has increased their "Preparedness Level" to Level 4 out of 5, citing a "significant increase in fire activity" amid a prolonged heatwave and punishing drought. MAP: More than 2,400 acres have burned in Central Texas wildfires this year "It definitely is getting drier [and] getting hotter, Nothing is getting better so far," Texas A&M Forest Service's Kiley Moran said. "The drought has definitely contributed... it's very dry and it just takes a little spark from a piece of equipment or someone dragging their trailer chains down the road. Once it starts, the wind picks it up and it takes off."In Johnson County, just southwest of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, a 1,400-acre blaze is half-contained as of 4 p.m. Monday. The Double Back Fire is the largest single wildfire in a string of...

Northway northbound reopens after multiple crashes in Lake George

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The northbound side of the Northway in Lake George reopened after a crash on Monday. The road was shut down between Exits 22 and 23 for about three hours after a crash involving a car carrier and a tractor trailer that caused multiple secondary crashes. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! New York State Police said no one was injured. One driver who was stuck in the traffic told NEWS10 he was surprised and grateful that everyone involved was okay."We were coming around the curb, and we just saw traffic was coming right to a screeching halt. And you could see the smoke coming from one of the tractor trailers, and we immediately pulled over and got out and ran to make sure everyone was okay."The road reopened just after 2 p.m. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.

Freshman Dylan Edwards developing into dynamic playmaker for CU Buffs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

Colorado running back Dylan Edwards during football practice in Boulder, Colo., on Aug. 4, 2023. (University of Colorado Athletics)Dylan Edwards came to Colorado with a lot of hype as a four-star recruit who flipped a commitment to Notre Dame to join the Buffaloes.Last week, CU head coach Deion Sanders said Edwards has been “more” than advertised.As the Buffs go through preseason camp, the question is, how exactly will the Buffs use Edwards in their offense?A 5-foot-9, 170-pound speedster from Derby, Kan., Edwards is a running back, but not quite like anyone else in that room – or on the roster, for that matter.“I don’t think we have anyone on the team that can do what Dylan does,” running backs coach Gary “Flea” Harrell said Monday after the Buffs completed their fifth practice of the preseason. “He’s a guy from any part of the field can make a play because his speed, because his mindset, and we understand that.”Sanders said Friday that the Buffs plan on having Edwards return kicks...

Tory Lanez's father pleads for mercy at rapper's sentencing for shooting Megan Thee Stallion

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rapper Tory Lanez 's father grew emotional in court Monday as he described his son losing his mother at age 11 as a judge prepares to sentence Lanez for shooting and wounding hip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion.Los Angeles prosecutors are asking a judge to hand down a 13-year sentence to the 31-year-old Lanez, whose legal name is Daystar Peterson. Lanez was convicted of three felonies: assault with a semiautomatic firearm, having a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle and discharging a firearm with gross negligence.Megan testified during the trial that Lanez had fired the gun at the back of her feet and shouted for her to dance as she walked away from an SUV in which they had been riding in summer 2020. The pair had left a party at Kylie Jenner’s Hollywood Hills home.Lanez's father, Sonstar Peterson, a Christian minister, choked back tears as he talked about his wife, Luella, dying just a few days after showing the first symptoms of a rare blood disorder that wo...

2 arrested in connection with 2021 murder of Cabazon man 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

Investigators with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office have arrested two suspects in connection with the 2021 murder of a man from Cabazon. According to a release from the Sheriff’s office, 31-year-old Dillon Entler was reported missing in August 2021 after family members had not seen or heard from him in three days. Preliminary investigation by authorities revealed that Entler was “likely deceased and the victim of a homicide,” the RCSO statement said.  Orange County man gets life in prison for shooting man, leaving him to drown in Pacific Ocean Central Homicide Unit investigators began working on the case as a no-body homicide.Nearly two years elapsed before authorities were able to identify and find any suspects, but a breakthrough in the case came on Thursday when investigators located and arrested two men, Richard Seevers, 59, of Banning and Frank Mansfield, 48, of Cabazon. Entler's remains have still not been located despite numerous attempts by law enforcement and volunte...

California driver busted for using a mannequin in the carpool lane

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

A California driver seemed really desperate to get into the carpool lane. In an attempt to fulfill the multiple-passenger requirement, the driver thought they can get away with it thanks to a mannequin, KTLA sister station KRON reported.Not so fast. California Highway Patrol pulled over the driver in Marin County for using a mannequin (seen below) in an attempt to meet the requirement to drive in the carpool lane, the law enforcement agency explained on Facebook Thursday.To the driver's credit, an effort was made to make it look like a real person from afar. The tattooed mannequin, sporting a sun hat, sunglasses, and facial hair was sitting in the back seat of the vehicle.A driver was pulled over for using a mannequin to get in the carpool lanes (CHP Marin)."That moment you get pulled over for a carpool violation and your passenger in the back chooses to remain silent," CHP Marin wrote in its social media post.While creatively dressed, this isn't the first carpool mannequin found in...

Martin Velasquez Dead, Rose Johnston Arrested after Hit-and-Run Crash on Oracle Road [Tucson, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

36-Year-Old Suspect Arrested after Fatal Collision near Hardy RoadTUCSON, AZ (August 7, 2023) – Wednesday morning, Martin Velasquez was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Oracle Road.The incident occurred around 8:20 a.m., near Hardy Road on August 2nd.Per reports, 36-year-old Rose Johnston was driving in the middle lane when she veered right and struck another car.Upon impact, Johnston fled the scene while the other vehicle was pushed into a nearby traffic pole. Medics arrived and pronounced the driver, Velasquez dead at the scene.Following preliminary duties, police arrested Johnston for hit-and-run causing death.Meanwhile, two additional passengers suffered serious injuries including one with fractured forearm and femur, the other had a fractured ribs and internal bleeding.Also, Johnston stated that that she left the scene because of shock and later called authorities.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and symp...

Bringing Out The Potential of Virtual Reality Entertainment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

The demand for immersive entertainment has boomed in the past decade. At first, people were fascinated by escape rooms and other in-person immersive experiences. However, for many, this did not scratch their itch for high-quality immersive entertainment.Enter a technology that once existed on the fringes of the gaming industry, but is now becoming a behemoth in its own right: virtual reality. Companies like Another World VR are pioneering virtual reality by delivering cutting-edge entertainment experiences.The evolution of VR technologyAccording to Another World VR founder Vasily Petrenko, the company has its foundations in the early days of VR technology. “Everyone was talking about VR, but we didn’t find many high-quality projects in the field,” he says. “However, we were interested in free roam VR. It seemed like it was from the future — a no-limits, hyper-immersive virtual reality. Our first free roam VR demo was only 2 minutes long and made in 4 months, but it allowed us to get...

Matthew DiBara’s Mission to Inspire and Attract the Next Generation of Tradespeople

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

Meet Matthew DiBara, a passionate and skilled tradesman who’s dedicated to transforming the perception of craftsmanship. Coming from a family with a strong background in construction and the trades, Matthew’s journey in masonry began at a young age, now leading the way as the owner and driving force behind DiBara Masonry.Matthew’s mission is all about sparking inspiration and empowerment in the new generation of tradespeople, challenging stereotypes, and highlighting the artistry and intelligence involved in working with one’s hands. Having noticed throughout his own life the common misconceptions around working in the trades, he advocates and envisions a future where the trades are held in high regard, alongside technological advancements, recognizing the dignity and rewards of mastering a craft.Through actively addressing critical industry issues with radio and TV appearances and presentations at conferences such as the SkillUSA’s National Leadership & Skills...

Harmonizing Cultures: Antonio Roman, the Trailblazing Ecuadorian Pianist Reshaping LA’s Music Scene

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:57 GMT

True talent simply can’t be ignored, and that’s what we’re finding with the presence of Ecuadorian pianist Antonio Roman. As an established and accomplished artist in LA’s music scene, Roman continues to create inspiring sounds that keep music connoisseurs listening for more.Roman captivates his audiences with fresh and exciting pieces, like his recently posted cover of Prince’s “Purple Rain” showcased on his Instagram page. The composer is no stranger to leaving a lasting impression on his listeners. He composed music for the film Inside the Circle, as well as the short animated film Daedalus & Icarus, the latter of which appeared at the 2023 National Puppetry Festival, gaining Roman additional clout.A songwriter and pianist, Roman takes a personal approach to his craft. He’s proven his ability to produce sounds that resonate throughout any room as well as with his audience members, resulting in emotional reactions that take listeners to a better place. When someone plays an in...