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San Marcos man arrested in connection with grooming minor

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

Editor's Note: The video in this story shows KXAN Live's top headlines for Aug. 31, 2023.TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — A man was arrested July 4 in connection with reportedly grooming a young girl, according to the Travis County Sheriff’s Office.In April, TCSO said it responded to a report of sexual abuse of a child involving a 14-year-old girl who was reportedly groomed via Instagram by 24-year-old Ashton Popp, of San Marcos.Image of Ashton Popp (TCSO photo)According to a statement, TCSO’s investigation showed the suspect began grooming the victim when she entered seventh grade.TCSO said detectives had enough evidence to issue a warrant for Popp’s arrest June 26, and the arrest warrant was executed July 4.KXAN reached out to Popp’s attorney. This article will be updated if a statement is received.“In the weeks that followed, TCSO’s investigation has revealed the strong likelihood there are additional victims in the Austin/Travis County area,” TCSO said.TCSO said it asked anyone els...

Space Tower owner: The up button sends the ride down — ‘it should not be doing what it is doing’

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

The Space Tower at the Minnesota State Fair began suffering control circuitry issues last Sunday, and “out of an abundance of caution,” will not be operating for the duration of the Fair, according to Ben Kantor, a member of the family that operates the iconic attraction.“When we hit the ‘up’ button to start the ride, It actually goes down (and the opposite is true),” said Kantor, in an email. “We had elevator experts and electricians involved with the troubleshooting effort Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, and they all agree it should not be doing what it is doing, but couldn’t find the reason(s). Nobody was stuck, nobody was in any danger, (it) just wasn’t doing what was expected.”Kantor said his family — now spanning his wife Michelle, brother Joseph, parents Gretchen and Errol and father-in-law Larry Borud — have owned the tower together since the early 1980s and provide basic maintenance themselves, such as painting and oil...

Why do pools close in August when there’s plenty of hot weather through September?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

If you still want to cool off in an outdoor public pool or municipal water park over Labor Day weekend, your options are limited.And if you want to swim in the sunshine after Labor Day? You are pretty much out of luck when it comes to outdoor public pools in the Twin Cities.Why is that?“Guess what happens the first two weeks into August?” asks David Albornoz, aquatics facility supervisor for the city of St. Paul. “High school kids get back into sports practice.”Those high school kids are your lifeguards. Soon after, college students who also work as lifeguards return to school. Combine the lifeguard issue with crowds that shift from public pools to the Minnesota State Fair, it all adds up to the draining of our chlorinated water play.This doesn’t seem to be a problem for many seasonal swimmers.“We get a few questions that ask why we close before Labor Day, but people generally understand,” says Mark Vaugahan, aquatics manager for the city of Eagan...

Gov. Hochul launches housing growth program

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday the launch of the Pro-Housing Communities Program, a statewide initiative to give priority consideration for up to $650 million in state discretionary funds to municipalities committed to housing growth. The program was first announced earlier this summer as part of a series of executive actions promoting the increase of housing across the state. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The program invites municipalities to apply for Pro-Housing Community certification. Certified communities will receive priority over other localities in their applications for certain discretionary funds, including the following initiatives:Downtown Revitalization Initiative NY Forward programRegional Council Capital FundCapital projects from the Market New York programNew York Main Street programLong Island Investment Fund Mid-Hudson Momentum FundPublic Transportation Modernization Enhancemen...

Crash on US 9W northbound cleared

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a crash has closed all lanes on US 9W northbound has been cleared.Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!Information on the crash is limited at this time. Stick with NEWS10 as more becomes available.

Bike path to take a detour in Glens Falls

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - After another summer of frequent use, the Warren County Bikeway is set to undergo some improvements this September. A section of the path near Dix Avenue will be closed for several days. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! About .15 miles of bike path adjacent to Cooper's Cave Ale Co. will be closed from Sept. 5-7, as well as Sept. 11-13, for improvements. Those using the path are advised to leave it in favor of a detour. Those going southbound can leave the path on Hunter Street, connecting to Sagamore Street and then picking up the trail again at its intersection with Dix Avenue. Northbound travelers can follow those steps in the opposite order.It's not the only place in the Glens Falls area where detours may be needed. A rehabilitation project is ongoing on Quaker Road in Queensbury, causing various closures as workers work on several miles of road.

What to know ahead of Mizzou Football's 2023 season opener

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

COLUMBIA, Mo. - College football is back! The Missouri Tigers open a new season Thursday evening, a head start as most Power Five Football teams return to game action this weekend. The Tigers kick off the 2023 campaign with a home non-conference matchup against the South Dakota Coyotes. The game begins at 7 p.m. Fans can watch the first game on the SEC Network, ESPN+ or FuboTV. As the new Mizzou season begins, there's quite a bit to unpack with the team roster and expectations. Let's get started...Eli Drinkwitz and coaching castEntering his fourth year as the Missouri Tigers' head coach, Eli Drinkwitz is well revered by players and has developed a knack for big-time recruits, like Luther Burden III & Williams Nwaneri. That said, it hasn't translated to sustained success on the football field. Mizzou is 17-19 in three seasons under Drinkwitz and has lost many games within one possession. The Tigers have qualified for three lower-level bowl games under Drinkwitz, but remains witho...

Dierbergs customer wins $277,728 playing Illinois lotto

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

SHILOH, Ill. -- A customer of the Shiloh Dierbergs won $277,728 on August 29 after purchasing a $20 Fast Play game called Twenty 20s. The winning ticket was purchased at 4000 Green Mount Crossing Dr. In Shiloh.  “I was working when a regular customer who usually stops in a few times a week, bought a Fast Play lottery ticket and ended up winning over $270,000—how incredibly lucky,” said Tamara Krueger, Supervisor at Dierbergs Green Mount Crossing, in a press release. This isn’t the first time a winning ticket has been sold at this location. Police: DWI, hit-and-run suspect caught by his own Tesla cameras “In September 2016, a local Shiloh man stopped in to buy some chicken for dinner and walked out of the store winning $2 million on a scratch-off ticket - I’ll never forget that day, it was pretty exciting,” said Krueger. On August 29, almost 37,000 winning Fast Play tickets were sold, giving Illinois Lottery players wins worth more than $862,000. The jackpot begins ...

Events at the graffiti wall for the 26th 'Paint Louis' weekend

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- This is Paint Louis's 26th year, and they will have live art events from Friday through Sunday this year. Over 500 graffiti artists from all over the world will be creating art on the flood wall and the Souls of Mischief will be hosting a show over the weekend.Art from 2022 Paint LouisA Paint Littles event for kids will be held by the Missouri History Museum at the flood wall. Sk8 Liborious will set up a miniature skate park. Visitors can shop and eat from food trucks. The event is outside and open to the public. It is for people of all ages. The event starts at 10 a.m. at the Floodwall at 1000 S. Wharf St. and Chouteau.Thursday, August 31st: Thursday Night at The Missouri History Museum: STL Mural Happy Hour: 5:30–6:30 p.m.Program: 6:30-8pm Paint Louis Kick Off After Party at St. Louis Hop Shop, 8 p.m.Friday, September 1st: Live art at the wall begins 10 a.m.–8 p.m.Skate Park Oasis Sk8 Liborious 12-8pm Live musical performances from 2pm–8pm&nbs...

New Chesterfield 4 Hands Brewing tasting room opens

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:37:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The new tasting room location for 4 Hands Brewery is opening today at The District in Chesterfield. The location will include 25 drafts that are available year-round. They will have seasonal beers, hard seltzers, canned cocktails, and the option to purchase Withered Oak blended whiskey. Circle K stations offering 30 cents off per gallon Thursday: Here’s where The brewery's new location has a free, family-friendly arcade area with TVs and projectors that will show local sports. They also have a private event space, an oversized patio, and food from their culinary partner, Hi Pointe Drive-In. The new tasting room is located at 17081 North Outer 40 Road in Chesterfield.