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Texas senate passes bill on harsher penalties for tampering with ankle monitors

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- On Monday, the Texas Senate passed a bill that would make it a crime for a person to knowingly remove or disable and ankle monitor tracking device that they're required to wear as a condition of house arrest, parole or release on bail.According to Sen. Joan Huffman (R-Houston), the bill's author, 76,940 people are currently on parole in Texas, and 4,315 of them have a monitoring device. She said in the last year, 1,127 monitor straps were either cut, or an active warrant remains for a cut strap. Gov. Abbott wants more penalties for ankle monitor violations Currently, it is only a parole violation to tamper with or destroy an ankle monitor. The bill would make it either a third-degree or state-jail felony to do so. A state-jail felony, according to the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA), is one step below a third-degree felony. The charges would also apply if the person used a third-party to tamper with the device. In a robbery spree that ended at The Domain...

Timberwolves snap losing streak with win in New York

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

No Karl-Anthony Towns, no Anthony Edwards, no problem — literally.After Edwards went down in Chicago, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said Minnesota would need to score with more ball movement, which is all the coach has really ever wanted. He preaches rhythm, pace and flow. That’s Finch Ball.And on Monday in New York, the Timberwolves played Finch Ball to near perfection. Sans its two most potent offensive weapons, Minnesota played its best offensive game of the season, topping the Knicks 140-134 to snap a three-game losing streak.Taurean Prince poured in 35 points, going 8 for 8 on open 3-pointers. The last of those triples was an open look off a feed from Kyle Anderson with 108 seconds to play to put Minnesota up four.Mike Conley added 24 points and 11 dimes. Every Timberwolves starter scored in double figures as Minnesota finished with 34 assists on 51 buckets.The offense had to be good on a night where Knicks forward Julius Randle exploded for 57 points, and it was. ...

Summit League star Andrew Rohde to leave Tommies, enter transfer portal

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

Andrew Rohde, the freshman of the year in the Summit League this season for St. Thomas, has decided to enter the transfer portal, with a Big Ten school expected to be his next destination.Andrew RohdeRohde made the announcement Monday on his Twitter account, saying in part, “I will always cherish the relationships with my brothers on this team and I will never forget the special season we had together. It’s been an honor to play at such a great school and even better coaching staff.”The 6-foot-6-inch guard, a Milwaukee native, is one of 25 finalists for the Kyle Macy National Freshman of the Year by College Insider after averaging a team high 17.1 points per game. He started 31 games (missing two due to a concussion), and had an impact in all facets of the game.Rohde was part of a stellar freshman class that also included Ahjany Lee, Kendall Blue and Carter Bjerke. Rohde had offers from Power Five schools out of high school but elected to play for the Tommies, primarily for his rela...

Stillwater puts out call for volunteers to fill sandbags ahead of spring flooding

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

Hundreds of volunteers are being asked to help fill and place sandbags in downtown Stillwater next week.“We have received record-breaking snowfalls this winter, which is destined to lead to flooding in the valley,” organizers of the volunteer effort said. “If you are physically able, please consider volunteering.”Volunteers are needed March 27-31; shifts run from 8-11 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 2-5 p.m.Volunteers must be able to lift 30 or more pounds and stand for at least two hours. The minimum age for volunteering is 14; volunteers between the ages of 14-17 must have parental consent.Volunteers are asked to park in the municipal ramp next to the Lowell Inn; parking will be free for volunteers. Volunteers should dress for the weather; all shifts will take place outdoors.Community Thread is coordinating the volunteer shifts for Washington County Emergency Management and the city of Stillwater. All volunteers must fill out an online form prior to participating; shifts will be filled o...

Schenectady County passes tax exemption for volunteer first responders

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Schenectady County Legislature passed a local law to allow volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers to receive a property tax credit. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Now, any firefighter or ambulance worker with more than two years of service can receive a 10 percent credit on their property taxes. Officials said this is a way to show appreciation to first responders.Eligible volunteers can apply for a tax credit by March 1, 2024 to be eligible for the exemption in January 2025.

Keeler: Marriage between CU Buffs QB Shedeur Sanders, offensive coordinator Sean Lewis could have Boulder falling in love with football again

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

BOULDER — Because of course he does, Shedeur Sanders has a working relationship with Tom Brady. Personal and professional.“I’m actually supposed to go meet with him in April,” the CU Buffs’ new QB1 said earlier this week when asked about his pal TB12. “So that’s when I’ll have more for you.”In addition to NIL deals with Beats by Dre, Gatorade and PLB Sports, coach Deion Sanders’ son is a brand ambassador for Brady’s clothing line, too.“(I’ve) talked to (Brady) here and there,” the Buffs QB continued. “After we get out of spring ball and after (the) spring game and all that, then I’ll have a chance to really sit down and talk with him. But right now, (I’m) just more focused on what’s going on in the present moment. And what’s here.”Good answer. Better sign.Timeout for trivia. Who was the last CU QB to throw for at least 20 touchdowns in a season, and what was the year?The answer? Sefo Liufau, with 28 scores. All the way back in 2014.So we’re ...

Collision in San Jose injures two pedestrians

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

SAN JOSE – A driver hit two pedestrians Monday night in San Jose, sending one to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said.The collision was reported around 4:40 p.m. at Larkspur Canyon Drive and Stoney Creek Place, according to the San Jose Police Department.Police described the other pedestrian’s injuries as not life-threatening.Additional details about the collision were not immediately available Monday night.2/ One pedestrian was transported a hospital with life threatening injuries, the other pedestrian sustained non life-threatening injuries. We will provide updates as they are available.TOC: 4:41 PM— San José Police Media Relations (@SJPD_PIO) March 21, 2023Check back for updates.Related ArticlesCrashes and Disasters | 2 skiers killed in large late-winter avalanches in Colorado Crashes and Disasters | Car crashes into home in East Bay Crashes and Disasters | Santa Cruz high schooler dies during midnight swim ...

Warriors finally win a road game, beating the Rockets 121-108

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

HOUSTON — Finally. The Warriors snapped an 11-game road losing skid Monday night, beating the Houston Rockets 121-108.Stephen Curry cheered while riding a stationary bike as the Warriors built their fourth-quarter lead up to 15 with under six minutes left. It didn’t matter that his teammates couldn’t hear him; he was ecstatic that finally Golden State was on track for a rare road win.All Golden State needed to do was hold on. And while this team has been known to blow double-figure leads, the Warriors held on to win their first road game since January.Curry scored 30 points and Klay Thompson added 29 to hold off the Rockets. Jonathan Kuminga  built off his strong showing in Memphis with another efficient night, going 7-for-9 from the field to lead the bench players with 17 points.The start, however, wasn’t encouraging — for either team.Both teams had a sloppy first half, combining for 25 turnovers. Curry got off to a slow start, going scoreless in the f...

Suspect identified, accused of stabbing pregnant woman and children in Antioch

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

ANTIOCH, Calif. (KRON) -- The man accused of stabbing a pregnant woman and two children was identified on Monday by Antioch police. The suspect is 37-year-old Antioch resident Bartley Hall. Police also announced charges against the suspect, which were three felony counts of attempted murder and two felony counts of evading a police officer. Postmaster describes ‘disturbing’ rise in crimes against Oakland postal workers The Antioch Police Department responded to the incident on the 100 block of Wilbur Avenue at 3:54 p.m. on Saturday. Officers saw a vehicle speeding away from the scene. After a crash in Solano County, Hall was taken into custody. Nobody was injured in the crash though Hall was taken to a hospital for precautionary reasons. There were three victims with stab wounds -- a 35-year-old pregnant woman, a 14-year-old boy and an 11-year-old girl. They were all taken to a local hospital, where two were placed in critical condition. Police did not specify which victims were i...

Thousands of empty wine bottles spill across US-101 after crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:51:46 GMT

GEYSERVILLE, Calif. (KRON) -- A crash caused thousands of wine bottles to spill across a highway in Geyserville on Monday afternoon, according to the California Highway Patrol Santa Rosa. Newsom's prison reforms could impact death row inmate who teaches at Stanford The crash occurred on the northbound side of US-101 at Geyserville Avenue and resulted in approximately 10,000 empty wine bottles scattering across the roadway. No other vehicles were involved in the incident, but a guardrail needed repair, according to CHP. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now KRON4 Breaking News SIGN UP NOW A photo from the scene showed several workers in orange reflective gear near the pile of wine bottles. In the photo, the right lane was blocked by pallets as the cleanup took place.