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PHOTOS: Lightning, rainbows dazzle skies above Central Texas

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Severe storms swept across Central Texas over the weekend, bringing with them hail, strong winds, lots of lightning and even some rainbows in their wake.KXAN viewers from across the region sent in some great photos during and after the storms.Check out some of the best in our photo gallery below:Sunrise in Highland Haven on June 3, 2023. (Courtesy Karen C.)Storm clouds move into Pflugerville on June 3, 2023. (KXAN Viewer Photo)Hail accumulation between Llano and Castell on June 3, 2023. (Courtesy Kristopher Overholt)Hail accumulation between Llano and Castell on June 3, 2023. (Courtesy Kristopher Overholt)Hail accumulation between Llano and Castell on June 3, 2023. (Courtesy Kristopher Overholt)Hail accumulation between Llano and Castell on June 3, 2023. (Courtesy Kristopher Overholt)Storm clouds over northwest Austin on June 3, 2023. (KXAN Viewer Photo)Lightning over Q2 Stadium in Austin on June 3, 2023. (Courtesy Aaron Vincent)A double rainbow over Liberty Hill on ...

Missing man found by San Marcos police

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) -- The San Marcos Police Department said a 55-year-old man, last seen Sunday night, has been found safe, according to a release.The man had health conditions that could have posed a threat to his well-being, SMPD previously said.In its latest release, SMPD said it "would like to thank the community for their assistance in safely locating" the man.

CycleNation back in Austin on June 15 to fundraise for stroke research

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — CycleNation returns to Austin on Thursday, June 15, to raise money for life-saving stroke and heart disease research. It's all organized by the American Stroke Association, which urges folks "to be healthy while funding vital research to eradicate stroke and heart disease."You can register or donate — if you don't feel up for riding — online now. If you're registering to join the ride, you can do so as an individual or team. There is a fundraising minimum of $250 per rider and $1,000 per team, according to the stroke association's website. On the website, you can even browse which individuals or teams have raised the most money so far. KXAN will have its own team participating in the event. As of Monday, June 5, CycleNation Austin overall was a little more than halfway to its fundraising goal of $180,000. Riders will gather at Circle Brewing Company off Braker Lane in north Austin on the evening of June 15. Check-in begins at 5 p.m. with the first ride starting at 6...

Banged-up Twins welcome off day to recover before series against MLB’s best

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

Monday’s off day couldn’t have come at a much better time for the nicked and bruised Twins, who will use the day in the Tampa Bay area to rest and recover before taking on Major League Baseball’s best beginning on Tuesday night.Facing the Rays (42-19) at Tropicana Field, where they’ve lost just six games this season, is a challenge that’ll be even more difficult if some key Twins players are unable to take the field.Designated hitter Byron Buxton has been out since Thursday, when he took a Tanner Bibee fastball to the ribs. Shortstop Carlos Correa left that same game, a flare-up of his plantar fasciitis forcing him out of action. Manager Rocco Baldelli expressed hope and optimism on Sunday that the two Twins stars could be back on Tuesday when the Twins take on MLB’s only 40-plus win team.“I think they’re both in a much better spot than they were a couple of days ago,” Baldelli said. “I’d like to say, ‘Yes, I expect them both to be in the lineup.’ I think they will be, but I’m...

Revival of state historic tax credit opens doors for St. Paul’s older commercial properties

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

As the state legislative session came to a close, history buffs, housing advocates, labor and others invested in old architecture and new construction received an early Christmas present in the form of a state tax credit for the rehab of historic commercial properties.Signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz at the end of May, the state historic tax credit was extended by eight years to June 30, 2030, retroactive to when it sunset a year ago.The state credit, included in the omnibus tax bill, is being touted as a win for St. Paul — which has a high concentration of old buildings — and for Greater Minnesota, where officials have been hard-pressed to find funding to preserve some of their most iconic structures.“It was a long-fought battle,” said Erin Hanafin Berg, policy director at Rethos, a St. Paul-based historic preservation organization that has been advocating for the credit’s extension at the Legislature since at least 2018.The state tax credit, created i...

Trio arrested in Washington County drug sale investigation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

ARGYLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Three people were arrested in an investigation relating to drug sales throughout Washington County, according to the Washington County Sheriff's Office. Manuel Cruz (45, Cohoes), Brittne Graham (38, Argyle), and Deborah Marciano (56, Glens Falls) each face multiple charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Cruz Charges:Third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substanceThird-degree criminal possession of a controlled substanceCruz was arraigned in centralized arraignment and released on his own recognizance. He is set to appear in Argyle Town Court on a later date.Graham Charges:Third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substanceThird-degree criminal possession of a controlled substanceGraham was arraigned at Washington County Court and was released on her own recognizance. Marciano Charges:Third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substanceThird-degree criminal possession of a controlled substan...

Country singer Lee Brice coming to the Palace Theatre

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Country singer Lee Brice is set to perform at the Palace Theatre in Albany. The concert is scheduled for August 17 at 8 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Brice has released five studio albums and has won for his songs at the Academy of Country Music Awards. He is best known for the songs, "Hard to Love," "One of Them Girls," and "Rumor."Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, June 9 at 10 a.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.

Richmondville man arrested for sexual abuse of minors

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

COBLESKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Richmondville man has been arrested for sexual abuse of minors, according to police. John Graham, 20, is facing several charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Graham's arrest is the result of multiple investigations. State Police received information that an adult man had inappropriate contact with more than one juvenile in Schoharie County. The investigations determined that Graham allegedly had inappropriate sexual contact with two victims under the age of 17 on two separate occasions in 2021 and 2023. These crimes took place in Cobleskill and Richmondville. Warrensburg woman arrested for DWI following three-car crash It was revealed that Graham also violated a court-issued stay-away order of protection on May 31, 2023 in Cobleskill. The victim in that investigation was unrelated to the other two incidents. Graham was arrested and processed at SP Cobleskill. He faces the following cha...

Milton man accused of raping minor

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

MILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Milton man was arrested and is charged with third-degree rape after allegedly having sexual intercourse with a person under 17. Thomas Millington, 39, was arrested on Saturday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Milltongon was arraigned in the Milton Town Court and is held at the Saratoga County Jail in lieu of $1,400 cash, a $5,000 insured bond, or a $14,000 partially secured bond.

Motorcyclist, 60, dies in crash on Highway 61

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:34 GMT

PERRY COUNTY, Mo. - A Perryville, Missouri, man died Sunday evening after crashing his motorcycle on Highway 61.According to a report filed by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred just after 7:20 p.m. on southbound Highway 61, just north of PCR 912.David Beck was riding a 2008 Harley-Davidson Heritage when he failed to properly navigate a curve and went off the roadway. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW The motorcycle overturned and Beck was ejected.Beck was rushed to Perry County Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Beck was 60.State troopers did not indicate if Beck was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.