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Parents, doctors sue Texas to block transgender minor health care ban

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Five Texas families with transgender children as well as three doctors are now suing the state to block a law from going into effect that would ban young people from receiving certain health care options and put medical licenses in jeopardy. This first legal challenge to Senate Bill 14 fulfills an earlier promise by a number of legal advocacy organizations. Those groups include the American Civil Liberties Union of Texas, the ACLU, Lambda Legal and the Transgender Law Center. They previously announced they would file suit to prevent the law from going into effect on Sept. 1. According to SB 14, transgender minors would no longer be able to receive puberty-blocking medication, hormone therapies or surgeries to assist in their transition. Texas doctors who provide this type of care could also lose their medical licenses. The lawmakers who shepherded and supported this legislation argued these restrictions are needed to protect children. However, advocates for the trans...

Round Rock featured as No. 1 place to live in the country on TODAY Show

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) -- A Central Texas city was featured this week on NBC's TODAY Show as No. 1 on a list of the "top five places to live in the U.S." Round Rock topped the list, which highlighted the "top five booming cities across the United States where people want to live," according to NBC. How Round Rock may get projects moving before getting any bond money The segment featured real estate broker Frances Katzen, who described Round Rock as "a little bit of a secret."“If you missed out on the frenzy of Austin, which was the No. 1 place to live in 2022, you can get your fix here," Katzen said. "It’s basically set up so you have Dell headquarters, you have Switch, you have Emerson working out of there, so job security is really good. And then wherever you are there, you’re only 10 minutes away from a park... great outdoor activities, really solid schools, good community, great for retirees, nice climate.”The list is ranked as follows: Round Rock, TexasSarasota, FloridaTac...

Five questions as second half of Twins’ season gets underway

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

For a team that began spring training speaking of its high aspirations, reaching the all-star break in second place — after spending most of the first half in first — with a losing record is far from what the Twins expected of themselves. But because of their division, the Twins are still right in the thick of things, hoping to spend the rest of the season competing for a spot in the American League playoffs.“When you’re playing up-and-down baseball for an entire half (of a season), there’s no way to be in a clubhouse and not ride that a little bit, but we still have an entire half ahead of us with a good team and we’re in striking distance,” manager Rocco Baldelli said. “… It’s still right there. It’s right in front of us. It gives us something to charge at.”With the second half of the season kicking off at 8:40 p.m. CT Friday in Oakland, here are five questions for the remainder of the season:What will the Twins do at the trade deadline?The Twins tapped heavily into their farm-sys...

Entangled in fishing line, Minnesota loon is saved with midnight rescue effort

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

GRAND RAPIDS — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding anglers to retrieve as much of their broken-off fishing line as possible after an incident with a loon.Biologists for the DNR last month were called to Deer Lake north of Grand Rapids on a report from another biologist with the U.S. Geological Survey who discovered a loon that had fishing line wrapped entirely around its beak and into its wings.Minnesota DNR crews were called to reports of a loon that had become entangled in fishing line on a lake near Grand Rapids last month. They were able to go back to the loon’s nest at midnight and immobilize the bird with a spotlight and then make a successful rescue by removing the fishing line. (Contributed / Luke Fara, U.S. Geological Survey)The crew decided it would be impossible to catch the loon during the day because it would keep moving and likely hurt itself worse during any rescue attempt. But they decided to come back at midnight, when the loon was on it...

Hudson City Police searching for missing man

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Hudson City Police Department is asking the public for help finding a missing man. Robert Coons was last seen on July 9 around 10:30 a.m., according to police. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police say he was last seen at 325 Columbia Street wearing blue jeans and a white t-shirt. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to call the Hudson Police at (518) 828-3388.

Pizza Huts in 3 Capital Region counties close

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Pizza Hut has closed some locations around the Capital Region. NEWS10 has confirmed the following locations have closed:Cobleskill, 109 Barnerville RoadJohnstown, Route 30A, Johnstown MallAmsterdam, 4822 Route 30Gloversville, 195 2nd Avenue Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! All of these locations had their last days on Wednesday, July 12. NEWS10 reached out to the Pizza Hut corporate office for comment on the closures but has not heard back yet. In regards to the former Johnstown Pizza Hut, 7 Brew Coffee, an Arkansas-based drive-thru coffee chain, has proposed a location at that site. The plans were reviewed at a City of Johnstown Planning Board meeting on July 5. Whistling Kettle opens tea bar in Albany The proposed coffee shop includes dual drive-thru lanes and would employ about 40 to 50 people, according to the plans. This location would be run by 7 Brew Franchisee Lawrence Wilson.After reach...

Former President of Columbia County Chamber of Commerce convicted of stealing funds

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

COLUMBIA COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to the Columbia County District Attorney's Office, the former President and CEO of the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce was convicted by a guilty plea for stealing over $46,000 worth of funds from the chamber. Jeffrey Hunt, 54, could face up to seven years in prison. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Columbia County District Attorney's Office says investigators with the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation arrested Hunt back in September 2021. It was alleged Hunt stole $46,686 from November 11, 2016, to November 10, 2020, from the Chamber of Commerce's credit and debit accounts. Hunt is scheduled for sentencing on September 25 at 11:30 a.m. He previously pleaded guilty to third-degree grand larceny.

Three regional entertainers coming to Aviation Mall

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - All Abilities Productions of Upstate New York is making good use of its new home at the Aviation Mall. This month, the disability-focused theatre troupe is welcoming local music to the halls of the mall. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "The Hometown Hero Tour" comes to All Abilities Productions on Saturday, July 22. The show features Albany-based hip-hop and R&B artist Kolbie G, guitarist and Latham native Ryan Carmello, and entertainer Billy Floyd."This talented triad of guys is musically gifted and creative," said Andy O'Rourke of All Abilities Productions. "They have supported many organizations and people in the Capital District. We arehonored to be a part of their vast universe."The show starts at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30. Tickets are on sale for $7.33. All Abilities Upstate is located near Peter Harris and Regal Cinemas inside the mall. North Queensbury firehouse celebratin...

Public hearing for Dunn Landfill permit scheduled

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced a public hearing comment period regarding the potential environmental justice issues surrounding the proposed renewal of the S.A. Dunne Mine and Construction Demolition Debris Landfill (Dunn Landfill). Two in-person hearings will be held Tuesday, August 8, at the Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! S.A. Dunn & Company, LLC submitted applications to renew and modify its DEC solid waste and mined land reclamation permits in January of 2022. The requests include the proposed construction of a new mechanically stabilized earthen berm along the northern and northeast perimeter of the landfill. The current permits expired in July 2022, per the DEC. “DEC is committed to ensuring there is an open and transparent process that fully addresses both DEC’s and the community’s conc...

DEC warns against building rock dams on trout streams

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:42 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Department of Environmental Conservation is warning against building rock dams with the intent to create swimming holes on trout streams. Rock dams can have a detrimental impact on both wildlife and the environment. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the DEC, trout are sensitive, cold-water fish. Warmer water temperatures can be stressful on trout and high temperatures can even be lethal. Rock dams can alter the natural flow of the stream by slowing down or trapping water. This warms up the water faster, thus harming the fish. Rock dams can also prevent the migration of trout to colder waters. DEC: Take proper safety precautions on summer hikes The structures can also restrict or prevent upstream and downstream movement of animals including aquatic insects. Aquatic insects are a major diet item for trout. Lastly, rock dams weaken the stream bank, increasing erosion and sedimentation ...