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Lawmakers decry defense spending cap amid war in Ukraine

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

WASHINGTON (Nexstar) – After lawmakers reached a deal to increase the debt ceiling to prevent the U.S. from defaulting, Republican senators are unhappy with the deal that was spearheaded by their colleagues in the House.South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham says he and other Republican senators are unhappy with the cap on defense spending imposed by the deal. Graham worries the defense spending cap will stop the U.S. from continuing to help Ukraine fight for its independence.“What the House did was wrong,” Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) said. “It's right to want to control spending and there's some good things in this bill but it was wrong to give a defense a number inconsistent with the threats we face.”Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says Republican senators came to him to figure out how to ensure the U.S. doesn't abandon Ukraine.“When they came to me and asked me to do this, I said ‘Yeah, that's a good idea,’” Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) said.Schumer says he's been working with Re...

Dave Ramsey being sued for $150 million by former listeners

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

(WHNT) — Dave Ramsey, the finance guru radio host who offered millions of people advice for managing their debts, is now being sued for $150 million dollars by some of those same listeners.As reported first by ReligionNews, former fans of Ramsey's are suing him and his company, along with a marketing firm, saying they were defrauded by Timeshare Exit Team, who Ramsey often endorsed. Jacky Oh, who appeared on ‘Wild ‘N Out,’ dies at 32 Seventeen plaintiffs filed the class-action lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for Western Washington in April, saying they were scammed out of millions by following Ramsey's advice, a man who vehement and frequently spoke about his hatred for timeshare companies. Former Ramsey listeners stated they were not aware he was being paid $30 million between 2015 to 2021 to promote the timeshare group, promising listeners a way out of their timeshare burdens."Ramsey has gained the trust of millions of followers through his long-running radio show, conference...

Bears say Arlington Park no longer ‘singular focus’ for new stadium

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Bears' attempt to build a new stadium in the Chicago suburbs might not be limited to Arlington Heights.In fact, Naperville could be in play.On Friday, the Bears released a statement in which they said that the Arlington Park property is no longer their "singular focus" when it comes to building a new venue to play their home games. This announcement comes four months after the Bears closed on the 326-acre site on the former horse racing track for $197.2 million dollars. The team began demolition of the inside of the buildings at Arlington Park just this week, but tax issues could have the team looking elsewhere to build a new venue.“The Chicago Bears goal of building the largest single development project in Illinois history led by billions of dollars in private capital investment, and the jobs and economic benefits generated, is at risk in Arlington Heights.," said the Bears in a statement to WGN-TV. "The stadium-based project remains broadly popular in Arli...

Uvalde police investigate bomb threat at Robb Elementary

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

UVALDE, Texas (KXAN) -- Uvalde police said Friday they're investigating a bomb threat at the school where a deadly mass shooting happened last year, according to a social media post from the department. According to police, law enforcement agencies are working a "threat to life" after someone called 911 and told them he placed bombs around Robb Elementary School. Police said the person also claimed to be driving around with an assault rifle.Police said the area will be blocked off to all traffic, and the incident is being investigated. Everyone is urged to avoid the area. Last week the community held events to mark one year since a gunman killed 19 students and two teachers at the school. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Airbnbs in Austin are among the most expensive in the country, study shows

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A new study shows Airbnb rental properties in Austin are among the most expensive in the nation.The study, by ChamberofCommerce.org, looked at rental prices of more than 160,000 active Airbnb listings in the largest cities in the country.Austin had the third-most expensive rentals, with an average daily rate of $373 across all property sizes. An average one-bedroom rental in Austin costs $127, while two-bedroom properties charge an average of $203 per night.Only Oxnard, California, and Scottsdale, Arizona, have more expensive rentals. The average daily rate in Scottsdale is $394, while an average rental in Oxnard will set you back $488 per night.Behind Austin, Las Vegas and Honolulu round out the top five.Other cities in California and Arizona feature highly on the list. Among the top 20 cities with the most expensive Airbnb rentals, six are in California while four are in Arizona.After Austin, Houston has the second-highest rental prices in Texas, with an average da...

First pitch set for Texas baseball's tournament opener after weather delay

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (KXAN) -- The NCAA baseball tournament regional opener Friday afternoon between Texas and Louisiana is set to start at 2:46 p.m. CT after a nearly two-hour weather delay in Miami PREVIEW: Longhorns prepare for Ragin’ Cajuns team that defends, runs like the nation’s best The Longhorns and Ragin' Cajuns were set to start the Coral Gables regional at 1 p.m. CT Friday from Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field on the University of Miami campus.Friday morning rain forced the grounds crew in Miami to cover the field soon after the Texas baseball team arrived at the facility. The rain stopped, and the tarp was removed around noon CT. Potential storms in the area forced officials to delay first pitch.When the game starts, it will be televised on Longhorn Network. Miami, the host and No. 9 overall seed, plays Maine in the other opening-round game.Texas is looking to regroup after a frustrating 0-2 week at the Big 12 tournament last week. They'll have their hands full a...

Rival Sons performing at Empire Live

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Rock band Rival Sons will be performing at Empire Live in Albany. The concert is scheduled for Sunday, June 4. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The hard rock group from Long Beach, CA has released 7 studio albums. Their most recent record "Darkfighter" came out on June 2, and will be accompanied by a sister album called "Lightbringer", set to drop later this year. Rival Sons will be joined by special guests The Record Company and Starcrawler. The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the show will begin at 7 p.m. Saratoga County Fair announces early-bird ticket sale Empire Live is located at 93 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY. Tickets are available online.

North Country farmers markets to visit this summer

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The sun is out, and the produce is, too. From Glens Falls up north into the Adirondacks, North Country farmers are showing off their fruits and vegetables, their dairy and their seasonings, their crafts and their creative culinary ideas. With the week after Memorial Day bringing weather into the 80s and even 90s, outdoor farmers market season is here. Find out where to walk and shop in the North Country this summer. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Chestertown Farmers Market10 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Wednesday, June 12 - Sept. 136307 Route 9, ChestertownFeatured vendors include Adirondack Olykoeks, Adirondack Wood Artisan, Bear Pond Woodworking, Blackberry Hill Farm, Black Kettle Candle Co., Bolton Landing Brewery Co., Crown Point Break Company, Dawn's Delights, Dickinson's Delights, Earth to Mind, Family Cow Soaps, Glens Falls Distillery, Grace Family Farm, Grazin' Acres Farm, High Noon, Humiston's ...

Governor announces transformation in higher education enrollment

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

ALBANY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) – As high school seniors across New York State get ready to graduate over the next month, Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday, June 1 a transformation in the way those seniors enroll in SUNY and CUNY colleges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! As part of her agenda outlined in her 2023 State of the State address, SUNY and CUNY schools are reaching out to prospective students in new ways. Colleges across the state will now be using personalized letters, enrollment coaching and other forms of assistance in financial aid and other barriers to enrollment."Access to quality higher education is an engine for social mobility and we are taking comprehensive steps to ensure that college is affordable and accessible for students from all backgrounds," Governor Hochul said in a statement. "My administration remains committed to removing barriers and easing the pathway to higher education for all high ...

Report: 56% of state shelters are now no-kill shelters

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:04:19 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to the Best Friends Animal Society annual report, 56% of New York animal shelters are now no-kill. The report indicates that only 45% of state shelters were no-kill in 2021. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “We are at the tipping point of taking the country no-kill,” said Julie Castle, CEO of Best Friends Animal Society. “This critical mass of no-kill shelters shows that it’s possible to save every healthy and treatable pet in a shelter, and it’s sustainable. 93% of shelters in the U.S. that were no-kill in 2021 maintained it the following year.”   The report also indicates that despite the intakes statewide, the number of animals saved also increased. Data shows 76,253 cats and dogs were saved in 2022, compared to 69,220 in 2021. The number of animals killed annually decreased significantly, from 4,293 to 3,508.