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CDC says vaccinate before holidays — and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

Medical Watch for Dec 11Vaccines before holidaysHealth officials say now is the time to prepare, if you plan to spend the holidays with your loved ones.The director of the CDC says get vaccinated, if you haven't already.She points to the rise in respiratory viruses across the country, including the flu, Covid and RSV.Dr Mandy Cohen says it takes about two weeks for vaccines to provide optimal protection, so getting the shot now would lead right into Christmas.But, the shots offer some additional protection before that.STDs Surging Vaccination rates are low so far this season, but respiratory virus transmission is high.The CDC continues to sound the alarm on surging infections of sexually transmitted diseases.The agency is stressing protected sex and testing.Chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis saw significant increases between 2020 and 2021.Some strains of gonorrhea have become resistant to antibiotics.The CDC urges sexually active individuals to get tested in order to avoid advanced d...

6-story building partially collapses in the Bronx: FDNY

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

NEW YORK (WPIX) – A multi-story building in the Bronx partially collapsed Monday afternoon, New York City fire officials said.A six-story building at 1915 Billingsly Terrace in Morris Heights partially collapsed around 3:30 p.m., according to the FDNY.Citizen App video showed several stories of the building exposed with what appeared to be a home appliance, possibly a washing machine or dryer, visible on one of the floors. A pile of a debris could be seen in the street around the base of the building after the partial collapse. A Google Street View image shows a bodega located in the building where the collapse occurred.The building is located roughly two blocks away from an FDNY fire station.Additional information regarding possible injuries was not immediately available.The NYPD asked people to avoid the area of West Burnside Avenue between Osborne Place and Phelan Place in the Bronx. New York City Emergency Management told the public to expect traffic delays and road closures in ...

Clouds increase Tuesday, with rain to follow late-week

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Following Austin's first freeze of the season Monday morning, clouds increase Tuesday with rain to follow late this week.Morning low temperatures bottomed out at 31° in Austin -- our first freeze of the season about a week behind schedule -- and were even colder in rural valleys. Austin-Bergstrom tied a record low temperature of 24° set in 1978.South winds have returned, warming overnight temperatures for the rest of the week.Tracking our next storm systemClouds increase Tuesday, then a slight chance of rain showers enters the forecast Wednesday and Thursday. This is the result of a strengthening low pressure system diving into the Four Corners early this week, then lumbering into Texas on Friday.DETAILS: Wet weather expected late weekRain and thunderstorms are nearly guaranteed at times on Friday as the storm plows through the state. While the storm is still several days away, it appears that it could bring the heaviest rain since October to our area with rain tota...

How to get to, from Austin's Trail of Lights this holiday season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — It's the most wonderful time of the year! With the holiday season in full swing, so, too, is the annual Austin Trail of Lights. After celebrating its 59th annual opening night Friday evening, the holiday display will be open to the public most days through Dec. 23.For those hoping to walk through a winter wonderland, here's what you need to know about how to get to and from the event, as well as event parking details and street closures.Pre-paid event parking onlineThose parking on-site are required to purchase their pass in advance of the festivities. There aren't any drive-up parking sales available day of, officials said. Those who did pay in advance have access to the event parking between 5:30 and 10 p.m. on operational days.Event shuttle services availableShuttle services will run from Republic Square at 422 Guadalupe St. and Toney Burger Event Center at 3200 Jones Rd. to Zilker Park. Shuttles begin departing at both locations at 6 p.m. each night, with departu...

1 injured in northwest Austin motorcycle crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin-Travis County EMS, the Austin Fire Department and Travis County STAR Flight responded to a reported crash involving a motorcycle in northwest Austin Monday afternoon.ATCEMS shared on social media the crash was reported just before 4 p.m. in the 9000 block of FM 2222. Per the post, the crash involved a motorcycle and another vehicle.One patient was declared a trauma alert as a result. In a follow-up social media post, officials said STAR Flight took the patient to Dell Seton Medical Center with potentially serious injuries.ATCEMS added extensive delays are expected following the crash. Drivers are asked to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

When is Austin's Trail of Lights free to attend?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The 59th annual Austin Trail of Lights holiday display returned to Zilker Park Friday evening, with the yearly tradition open to visitors most days through Dec. 23. But in addition to general and premium admission tickets, the Trail of Lights Foundation has a handful of free evenings in store.Dec. 12-15 and Dec. 19 are free admission evenings from 7 to 10 p.m. Paid premium admission tickets are still available those evenings from 6 to 10 p.m. Those looking to take advantage of the free, general access those nights don't need to register before attending. LIST: Central Texas festive light displays this holiday season Premium ticket options include a ZIP pass, which offers early access, an exclusive entrance and use of a specialty lounge area with complimentary cookies, hot cocoa, seating and a bar. Those looking to buy a platinum pass receive valet parking for a vehicle, early access, a shuttle access to the trailhead as well as access to a platinum lounge, which in...

HmongTown 2 Marketplace to fill in Sears site at Maplewood Mall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

After 20 years, the founder of Frogtown’s HmongTown Marketplace on Como Avenue is looking forward to a major expansion. The bustling indoor and outdoor marketplace is home to 125 Southeast Asian vendors, and Toua Xiong believes he’s found the right location to situate dozens more: the former Sears department store at the Maplewood Mall.His vision calls for a ground-level grocery store spanning some 50,000 to 60,000 square feet, as well as smaller vendors on the second floor in what had been Sears aisles. He’s even promising a bowling alley and children’s area, and has raised the possibility of someday adding a senior center, herbal spa, farmer’s market and night market.“It’s time for us to grow,” said Xiong, addressing viewers in an eight-minute video testimonial shared last month on the 3 Hmong TV news YouTube channel. “It’s time for us to be competitive. … I have been looking for properties that would be big enough....

Retired Berkshire nurse rescues dog hit by car in GA

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

ADAMS, M.A. (NEWS10) — A nurse in the Berkshires undertook a considerable effort to save a dog who sustained serious injuries down south.  The dog is one of many that the former surgical nurse rescues and fosters. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Meet Betty. The Pitbull mix has a broken leg. She was rescued from a Georgia roadside after being hit by a car. The barely 2-year-old pup was going to be put down until Kathy “Skippy” Hinds of Adams got the call.“I found out about it on Tuesday evening when I saw it on Facebook. And rescue said too long a recovery, too expensive, can't do it. And she was rescued only because of the damage, and so I said, nobody steps up I will take her” said Skippy.With the help of volunteer drivers and a pilot, skippy had Betty driven to North Carolina, then flown to Massachusetts, where she is fostering the pit at her home. It’s a cause close to her heart.“I've worked overseas, and I've worked conflict and wa...

Temple Israel suspect faces additional firearm charge

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The man arrested in connection to the shots fired incident outside of Temple Israel on December 7 is facing another firearms crime. Mufid Fawaz Alkhader, 28, of Schenectady, was charged with conspiracy to make a false statement during the purchase of a firearm. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Alkhader is accused of firing a Kel-Tec KS7 12-gauge pump-action shotgun twice in the air. Alkhader reportedly obtained the firearm about a month ago by having a friend purchase it for him. At the time, he believed he was ineligible to purchase the gun himself due to an order of protection or restraining order.The friend purchased the gun from a licensed firearm dealer in Albany County for $599.99. They lied on the ATF Form 4473 by checking the box that states they were buying the firearm for themselves. Temple Israel shooter in court It is a federal crime to purchase a firearm from a licensed dealer for another person....

New state law establishes 15-member AAPI commission

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The State of New York is establishing a 15-member New York Asian American and Pacific Islander commission expected to begin work in the first half of 2024. The development comes after Governor Kathy Hochul signed S1051A into law in late November. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Senator Jeremy Cooney, SD-56, who sponsored the bill released the following statement: "The AAPI community is not the first one to come to mind when we think of underserved populations. But the truth is, it’s not just the fastest-growing ethnic group overall, it’s also the fastest-growing population living in poverty. Diverse cultures come with unique needs; the commission will help the state make informed decisions on how to support this growing community.” The AAPI Commission will focus on developing policies to improve the economic and social well-being of the growing community and connect them to necessary resources. Another goal...