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Durbin, No. 2 Senate Democrat, 'concerned' about dress code change

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (Ill.) says he is “concerned” about a decision to loosen the Senate’s dress code to allow senators to wear whatever they want on the chamber floor, arguing “we need to have standards.”  Durbin, the No. 2-ranking Senate Democrat and chairman of the powerful Judiciary Committee, signaled he’s not ready to let hoodies, blue jeans or shorts become the norm on the Senate floor, which has been the venue of many important historic moments over the years. “Well, I’m concerned about it,” Durbin told “The Briefing with Steve Scully” on SiriusXM’s POTUS channel, when asked about the recent change in the rules of decorum.  Durbin acknowledged that changing the Senate’s dress code would accommodate his colleague, first-term Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.), who’s well-known for wearing a hoodie and shorts instead of a business suit like most senators, but suggested the issue is bigger than one senator.  “The senator in question from Pennsylvania is a ...

Throwback 'Dean's A-List Interview' with Leslie Jones

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

In a throwback Thursday A-List Interview, Dean spoke to Leslie Jones about anti-woman sentiment when 'Ghostbusters' came out in 2015. In her new released memoir, she reflects on her experience while filming the movie.

October forecast: Will our 2nd wettest month be rainy?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Climate Prediction Center just released their outlook for October and it's a mixed bag of news as far as forecasts are concerned.The positives: It doesn't look drier than normal! From a rainfall perspective it looks near normal, if not wetter than normal for parts of the Hill Country.October rainfall forecast (CPC)The negatives: It looks to be yet another warmer than normal month coming off of several hotter or record hot months in Central Texas.October temperature forecast (CPC)What’s normal in October?Normally, October is a wet month falling right in the middle of our second “wet season” which runs from September through November. A near or wetter than normal October is a promising sign as we continue to try and dig ourselves out of drought.Average high Oct. 1: 87ºAverage high Oct. 31: 77ºAverage low Oct. 1: 66ºAverage low Oct. 31: 56º6th warmest month of the yearAverage rainfall: 3.91″ (second-wettest month of the year)Average number of triple digit days: Non...

Mount Bonnell crime: Are the cameras working?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Mount Bonnell is one of the most popular destinations for visitors, but when people leave their cars behind and head up to see the panoramic views, that's when criminals strike.This is just one of many popular locations that has had issues with car burglaries around Austin."We evaluated the crimes that were occurring in parks and within 50 feet of them and 70% of those crimes last year in 2022 were crimes against property," said LeAnn Ishcomer, park ranger program manager for the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department."It is close by, it's convenient, it is just a beautiful area," said Laurie Darilek when talking about Mount Bonnell.While the beauty attracts visitors, the number of cars left behind as people hike to the top is attracting thieves."We were unaware of the break-ins," John Darilek said. Security cameras up at some Austin parks, trails as part of pilot program to curb break-ins A quick scan of the parking lot at Mount Bonnell and you will see sh...

Ken Paxton blasts fellow Republicans and floats Cornyn challenge in post-impeachment interview

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

AUSTIN (The Texas Tribune) -- Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton on Wednesday alleged without evidence that the Biden administration, working in cahoots with certain Texas Republicans, was behind the failed attempt to impeach him on charges of bribery and corruption.In his first remarks since being acquitted by the Texas Senate on Saturday on 16 articles of impeachment, Paxton blasted fellow conservatives who he believes betrayed him and the party, including House Speaker Dade Phelan, former George W. Bush adviser Karl Rove, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn and the all-Republican Court of Criminal Appeals. READ MORE: Ken Paxton impeachment trial Paxton excoriated Cornyn as a poor representative for Texans and said a strong candidate needs to challenge him in 2026 — adding that he may be the man to do so.“Everything’s on the table for me,” he said when former Fox News host Tucker Carlson suggested he should run. Paxton was particularly critical of what he said was Cornyn’s failure to pro...

Rupert Murdoch, the creator of Fox News, is stepping down as head of News Corp. and Fox Corp.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

By DAVID BAUDER (AP Media Writer)NEW YORK (AP) — Rupert Murdoch, the 92-year-old Australian media magnate whose creation of Fox News made him a force in American politics, is stepping down as leader of both Fox’s parent company and his News Corp. media holdings.Fox said Thursday that Murdoch would become chairman emeritus of both companies, effective at board meetings in November. His son, Lachlan, will become News Corp. chairman and continue as chief executive officer of Fox Corp.Lachlan Murdoch said that “we are grateful that he will serve as chairman emeritus and know he will continue to provide valued counsel to both companies.”Besides Fox News, Murdoch started the Fox broadcast network, the first to successfully challenge the Big Three of ABC, CBS and NBC, with shows like “The Simpsons.” He is owner of The Wall Street Journal and the New York Post.Fox News Channel has profoundly influenced television and the nation’s politics since its start in 1996, making Murdoch a hero to so...

Schenectady County Public Library to host fall book sale

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Friends of Schenectady County Public Library is hosting a fall book sale on September 30 and October 1. Patrons can browse over 40,000 books, most of which cost $1 or less. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! There are reading materials for all ages in addition to DVDs and CDs. Shoppers can also fill up a bag for just $3 on October 1. The sale runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on September 30 and 12 to 3 p.m. on October 1. Credit cards are accepted. All proceeds benefit the library system. The Schenectady County Public Library is located at 99 Clinton Street.

Multi-agency search for missing man in Hudson

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

HUDSON CITY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Hudson City Police Department announced there will be a large-scale, multi-agency search for Robert Coons on Thursday. Coons was first reported missing on July 13 but was last seen on July 9 around 10:30 a.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Image via Hudson City PoliceHudson City Police say there will be an increased police presence throughout the city, including uniformed and non-uniformed personnel from their agency, the New York State Police, Columbia County Sheriff's Office, New York State Forest Rangers, Amtrak Police personnel, K9s and aviation units.Anyone with information regarding Coons whereabouts is asked to contact (518) 828-9900.

2023 Fall foliage report: Week 1

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

Temperatures are cooling down and the nights are getting longer - fall is upon us! The changing leaves are another sign of the season. Some areas in the higher terrain have seen some decent progress over the past week. If you want to celebrate the first weekend of fall with some leaf peeping, you'll need to take a drive to the higher terrain. Spots like Old Forge and Tupper Lake are already reached the color midpoint. Early colors have been spotted all around the Green Mountain State. More pops of color are showing up at Whiteface Mountain and Lake Pleasant. You may have even spotted some patches in the higher spots of the Capital District.So, the color change is on it's way. Peak foliage might be a little delayed this year. The wet summer followed by an extended surge of late-season wet continued the production of chlorophyll, keeping the leaves green. We need cool nights, dry and mild afternoons to move the changing foliage along.Image courtesy of Evan Fisher, Explore FallI stumbl...

LIVE: Police update on prisoner escape Mercy South Hospital

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - St. Louis County Police Department Affton Southwest Precinct officers are investigating an escape from custody incident.Officers from the Affton Southwest Precinct responded to a call from Mercy Hospital South on the 10000 block of Kennerly Road around 4:30 a.m. for a report of an escape from custody. 45-year-old Tommy Wayne Boyd was taken to Mercy Hospital South from the Potosi Correctional Facility on Wednesday for treatment.   Hospital staff last saw him at 3:54 a.m. on Thursday. Surveillance video showed Boyd leaving the hospital on foot, traveling in an unknown direction.  Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW Boyd is described as a white male,  5'7"...