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Feinstein, McConnell health scares leading some to suggest competency tests

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

WASHINGTON (Nexstar) – Two United States senators had issues last week that's prompting conversations about whether they are mentally and physically fit to serve and is leading some politicians to suggest the idea of mental competency tests.During a committee yes or no vote, Senator Dianne Feinstein gave a wandering speech instead and Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell froze mid-sentence and had to be escorted away from a press conference.Democratic Senator Chris Coons says McConnell appears to be okay for now but both McConnell and Feinstein have had prior health scares.“I feel like he's going to be the Republican leader through the rest of this Congress, and what happens after that, I don't know,” Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE) said.Republican Presidential Candidate Nikki Haley is suggesting testing to ensure people are fit to serve.“We need to have term limits in Congress, and we need to have mental competency tests for anyone over the age of 75,” Haley said.Members of Congress ar...

A summer wave of COVID infections may be underway — and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

For Monday, July 31, Dina Bair has new medical information, including: More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch CDC sees signs of late summer COVID waveThe CDC says it is seeing an uptick in COVID-19 cases after about seven months of steady declines.  The increase in people who've tested positive started in early July, resulting in a spike in emergency room visits and hospitalizations.The numbers are all still relatively low compared to the most recent surge in the winter.  The increases vary around the country but appear to spread the most in the southeast and the least in the midwest.  CDC data shows most Americans have some level of protection against the virus. Small amount of alcohol linked to high blood pressure Drinking alcohol may raise blood pressure even in adults without hypertension. A study published Monday in the journal, "Hypertension," found that as little as one alcoholic drink a day increased systolic blood pressure - the top number in a blood pressure reading. Re...

Second supermoon of the year coming on Tuesday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

(WKBN) -- August begins with a full moon - and what's more, it's a supermoon. The next full moon will occur at 2:32 p.m. ET Tuesday, Aug. 1. The moon will be below the horizon at that time, so you will have to wait until later in the day to catch the full moon.Tuesday's moon is the second of this year's four “supermoons,” which appear bigger and brighter in the sky due to the distance of the moon from the Earth. It is also the second of three full moons that will occur during the summer season.What is the August full moon called?According to NASA, the August full moon is called the "sturgeon moon," a name that was published in the 1930s in the Maine Farmer's Almanac. According to the publication, the Native American tribe Algonquin gave the August full moon that name because it was easier for them to catch the prehistoric-looking sturgeon fish in larger bodies of water during this time of year. NASA says another name for the August full moon is the "green corn" moon. When can you se...

APD officers who stopped kidnapping attempt to provide details Monday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Five officers who helped stop a kidnapping attempt and reunited a child with her family last week will provide details on the incident Monday afternoon. Five officers with the Austin Police Department were able to stop a kidnapping attempt last Tuesday, according to a social media post from APD Chief Joseph Chacon. RELATED: APD officers stop kidnapping attempt in north Austin A child told an employee at a north Austin store she had been kidnapped, and the kidnappers were still in the building. Officers responded to an urgent check welfare call in the 8000 block of Shoal Creek Boulevard.APD said officers were able to locate and detain multiple suspects based on the information provided in the 911 call. According to police, one suspect was arrested, and charges are pending on the others."This story was on its way to becoming every parent's worst nightmare but thanks to these brave officers and their quick response to the situation, we were able to reunite the child w...

Horses living in 'horrific conditions' taken in by Hill Country shelter

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for July 31, 2023FREDERICKSBURG, Texas (KXAN) — The Hill Country SPCA is asking for donations after it took custody of two horses living in "horrific conditions," according to a press release. Texas renter says AC has been out for nearly 2 months For more than 10 years, the horses lived in cramped conditions with limited food and water, the release said. HCSPCA said the sorrel gelding and blue stud horses, named Goose and Maverick, were seized by Gillespie County Sheriff's deputies Thursday.KXAN has reached out to GCSO for more information. This story will be updated when we receive a response.“These innocent animals deserve so much better. Thank you to Gillespie County Sheriff Deputies for saving them from those horrific conditions, Dr. [Amy Joe] Pilmer and her staff at Hill Country Vet Clinic who have taken great care of them. Their healing can officially begin knowing they are safe, cared for and loved. We are...

Wild lock up goaltender Filip Gustavsson on 3-year, $11.25 million deal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

The biggest task of the offseason is finally complete for the Wild. They agreed to terms with Filip Gustavsson on Monday, keeping the goaltender in Minnesota on a 3-year, $11.25 million contract with average annual value of $3.75 million.This agreement helps the Wild avoid an arbitration hearing with the 25-year-old Gustavsson, which was scheduled for later this week. It seemed things were heading in that direction with general manager Bill Guerin previously unable to work out a deal with Gustavsson’s representation.In the end, though, both sides came to a compromise, and the Wild will head into next season with Gustavsson and future hall of famer Marc-Andre Fleury.The new contract is a nice reward for Gustavsson after he posted a 22-9-7 record last season to go along with a 2.10 goals against average and .931 save percentage. Not bad for a guy that was content returning to his native Sweden if things didn’t work out last season.Gustavsson proved to be a pleasant surpris...

Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra to perform at Music Haven

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Music Haven concert series in Schenectady will be hosting a performance by the Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra. The show is scheduled for August 5 at 7 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The orchestra, conducted by artistic director Glen Gortese, will be putting on a "Legends of Broadway" concert. The performance will feature selections from famous musical theatre shows, such as Les Misérables, West Side Story and Jesus Christ Superstar.The concert series is held in Schenectady's Central Park, located at 500 Iroquois Way. The shows are free and open to the public.

Police respond to reports of shots fired in Troy

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Troy Police Department responded to the area of 5th Ave near Ingalls Ave for the reports of shots fired. Police say the suspects fled the scene before their arrival. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! No injuries have been reported at this time. There will continue to be a police presence in the area as investigations continue. Stick with NEWS10 for updates as more information becomes available.

The Tailored Tea in Latham up for sale

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Tailored Tea, located at 1010 Troy Schenectady Road in Latham, is for sale. Owner and chef Jared Bafaro made the announcement in a Facebook post on Saturday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Due to some recent health problems, I am looking to sell the teahouse as soon as possible so that we won’t have to close and it can continue to live on," said Bafaro.The Tailored Tea has been named among the top teahouses in New York and was in both TeaTime Magazine and 55+ Living Magazine. Bafaro said there are parties booked in the teahouse throughout the rest of the year. Off the Beaten Path: The Tailored Tea Bafaro did not immediately respond to NEWS10's request for comment. The Facebook post reads that Bafaro will "entertain any reasonable offer" and he'll be leaving his recipes as well.

Stony Creek Band celebrating 50 years in Lake George

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:14:44 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - An area favorite band turns 50 this year and is getting a special celebration by the Queen of American Lakes. Come to Shepard Park in the village of Lake George this August for a party and concert with the Stony Creek Band.Festivities get going on Thursday, Aug. 24, with a show starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Shepard Park bandstand. The Stony Creek Band is joined by fellow musical act The Switch for a completely free night of music and fun. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Stony Creek Band was established in 1973, first started by Pennsylvania native John Strong and Hank Soto, of Germany. The group has changed from trio to larger group over the decades, playing folk music in many northeast states. The band also recently received a Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Award for Best Country Cover Band.