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Texas lawmakers discuss bill that could levy $10K fine for schools, teachers celebrating Pride week

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Texas House discussed a bill Tuesday that would fine teachers and school officials up to $10,000 for celebrating or providing special instruction on sexual preference, including events like Pride week.The bill, authored by Rep. Ken King, R-Canadian, also would allow the State Board of Educator Certification to revoke or suspend a teaching certificate if an educator violates the law.“I think having sexually oriented celebrations at school for all grades is teaching a sexual ideology no matter who is doing it,” King said. “I think when you are teaching first graders your world view of sexuality that is an inappropriate relationship.” ‘Y’all means all!’ Advocates, celebrities rally for LGBTQ rights at Texas Capitol King did not provide examples of this happening in any Texas school districts. But Austin Independent School District celebrated Pride week in late March.The district’s website lists themes for each day, including “All are Welcome,” “Differences are Awe...

Nearly 40 more pediatric hospital beds coming soon to Williamson County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

CEDAR PARK, Texas (KXAN) — As low availability for pediatric hospital beds persist in Texas, Dell Children's Medical Center North in Williamson County will add 36 pediatric hospital beds next month.The 187,000 square foot facility will host emergency and trauma services, operating rooms and a fourth floor for future expansion.That floor, if further developed, would add 36 more pediatric hospital beds.According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, as of March 15, out of the 135 pediatric ICU beds available in the entire state, only two were available in the Austin area.

Your chance to be a seat filler at the 2023 CMT Music Awards in Austin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Have a seat with the stars for the first major award show happening in Austin.When watching televised award shows, the venue where they are held may seem full of celebrities, but not everyone in the crowd is famous. The production companies behind these award shows need: seat fillers."Seat-fillers are volunteers whose purpose is to fill out the venue when the camera pans the audience," the Hollywood Reporter said. "They don’t have to have any experience in acting, being an extra or a seat-filler."This doesn't necessarily mean that you will be seated next to a celebrity but there's a possibility and you could have fun and watch a free show.Here's how to become a seat filler at the CMT Music AwardsCMT released a number of opportunities for fans to be a part of the show including free tapings, the red carpet/ pre-show and seat fillers.Fans must register ahead of time and follow the rules set by the production crew to be a part of the iconic show.The 2023 CMT Awards are ...

LIST: Artists set to attend 2023 CMT Music Awards in Austin, Texas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The list of stars set to attend the 2023 CMT Music Awards in Austin, Texas keeps growing.For the first time, the icon award ceremony will air from the "Live Music Capital of the World" on Sunday, April 2.Here are the new additions to the show:Alanis Morissette will make her CMT Music Awards debut alongside Ingrid Andress, Lainey Wilson, Madeline Edwards, Morgan Wade to celebrate 10-year anniversary of “CMT Next Women of Country” franchiseGwen Stefani will make her CMT debut with Carly Pearce for world premiere collaborationShania Twain will be recognized with the third-ever “CMT Equal Play Award,” which recognizes an artist who is a visible and vocal advocate for elevating diverse and underrepresented voices in country music. Hosts Kane Brown and Kelsea BalleriniPerformersBlake SheltonCarrie UnderwoodJelly RollKane Brown + Katelyn BrownKeith UrbanKelsea BalleriniLainey WilsonThe Black Crowes + Darius RuckerTyler HubbardWynonna Judd + Ashley M...

Jace Frederick: Timberwolves’ veterans have shifted the team’s identity

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

So much of this Timberwolves season has been a rollercoaster filled with mountainous highs and cratering lows. The Minnesota team you’d see one night — or even for a quarter — did not resemble the one that would show up the next.The inconsistency was maddening for all involved but perhaps to be expected for a team relying so heavily on youngsters to supply the energy and direction. If Anthony Edwards was cooking by knocking down difficult shots or blowing by opponents in isolation, the Timberwolves were a supreme team. But relying on those efforts was a challenge. It’s not a sustainable path to success.Which is what makes Minnesota’s current four-game winning streak against teams currently seeded in the top eight of their respective conferences feel so different. There has been no reliance on superhuman efforts or difficult shot-making. The success is from good ball movement that translates to balanced scoring, solid defense, rebounding and valuing each possession....

Sheriff Apple talks violence prevention and "zombie drug" Xylazine

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — News10's Stephanie Rivas sat down with Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple to discuss current community concerns in the wake of a lockdown at Albany Medical Center and a public outcry from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and local law enforcement on the Narcan-resistant drug Xylazine.

Rensselaer FD responds to house fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

RENSSELAER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Rensselaer Fire Department is on scene of a multi-alarm fire on Rensselaer Avenue. Authorities advise avoiding the area of Rensselaer Avenue and Bellmore Place due to the fire. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Check back with NEWS10 for updates.

Vermont deputy charged over Saratoga officer-involved shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The indictment for Rutland County Sheriff's Deputy Vito Caselnova—who was involved in the Nov. 20, 2022, shooting in downtown Saratoga Springs—was unsealed on Tuesday. The many charges against Caselnova include attempted murder. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Saratoga DA recently defended her silence on pending cases, including the November shooting. Heggen told NEWS10 that before the information was leaked about the shooting, she had asked the mayor and commissioner to remain silent before their initial press conference. “It was 10 hours after the incident had occurred. It was a situation where the crime scene was still being processed.”Heggen's temporary gag order barred city officials—namely Montagnino and Mayor Ron Kim—from speaking publicly about the shooting, which took place on Broadway on a busy bar night. Montagnino and Kim repeatedly said they were not trying to jeopardize the in...

Where to go Easter egg hunting in the Capital Region

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Looking to take your young ones on a fun adventure hunting Easter eggs? Grab your basket and make your way to one of the following locations around the Capital Region! Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Albany County Barbara School of the Dance - April 7, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.417 Kenwood Ave, Delmar, NY, 12054The BSOTD will be offering open play, crafts, refreshments, and an indoor egg hunt. The hunt will begin around 11 a.m. at the dance studio. Children will trade their collected eggs for a prize at the end of the hunt.No reservations are required. The cost for open play only is $10. Crafts, egg hunt, open play, and refreshments cost $15.East Berne Volunteer Fire Company - April 8, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.25 Main Street, East Berne, NY, 12059The East Berne Fire Co. will be holding its Annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt. Breakfast is donation only. Bring baskets for the egg hunt (for kids ...

Nashville school shooting bodycam, surveillance released

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:50:45 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Newly released video shows a shooter making their way into a Nashville school where several people died Monday. Police also released video of officers confronting the active shooter at the Covenant School. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Ultimately, the shooter killed six before being taken down by officers. According to Metro police, the students killed in the shooting were Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs and William Kinney, all aged 9. Three staff members who were killed have been identified as Katherine Koonce, 60, and Cynthia Peak and Mike Hill, both 61.The shooter was identified as 28-year-old Audrey Hale. Lake George Mayor retires after 52 years The Metro Nashville Police Department released surveillance video Monday night of the shooting in Green Hills. They said the shooting began at 10:13 a.m. when Hale entered the school by shooting through a side door and going from the first floor to...