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1 dead in motorcycle crash on William Cannon Drive

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — One adult is dead after a motorcycle crash on William Cannon Drive in southeast Austin, according to Austin-Travis County EMS. The collision happened just before noon Saturday in the 4900 block of East William Cannon Drive. That is near the intersection of Nuckols Crossing Road and William Cannon. An adult was pronounced dead at the scene, according to ATCEMS.Traffic delays are expected in the area.

75 Years of Women in the Armed Forces: Do you know these news-making veterans

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – How many of these women who formerly served in the Armed Forces do you recognize?June 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of the Women's Armed Services Integration Act, but it's still a little surprising for some to comprehend that women, too, are veterans. Oftentimes, though, it makes sense when you recognize the former military service in a woman's past and can recognize how military service made a significant contribution to her civilian career. Take Bea Arthur, for example. Bea Arthur(Photo by Theo Westenberger/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images)Bea Arthur wasn’t just a tough-as-nails cast-mate on The Golden Girls. She was once a U.S. Marine, where she was a typist, and drove trucks as she was becoming one of the first members of the Women’s Reserve. Arthur enlisted in 1943, and a few of her appraisals called her “argumentative” and “over-aggressive.” But that's an endearing quality for a military woman, right? Jennifer Marsh...

Top high school graduates for 2023

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

Resilience. Persistence.The high school graduates of 2023 endured a deadly pandemic, social isolation and canceled events en route to their diplomas. Today we salute those who did so with academic excellence.Each year, we ask east metro and western Wisconsin schools to submit a list of their top graduates, however they define them. This year, 80 schools responded. Some designate valedictorians and salutatorians, others award “cum laude” honors. Some choose a Top 10 or a small percentage of the class.For those who send us a smaller list, we invite them to include students’ favorite quotes. The words they choose come from authors and artists, politicians and scientists, athletes and other notables of the past and the present. Many students cite a religious reference.Here are some words that inspired them, and us.“Rejection is redirection,” from musician Kayla King.Also from the world of music, “The only time you should ever look back is to see how far you’ve come,” attributed to Suga ...

Rotterdam police investigating Fern Avenue shooting

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Rotterdam Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Fern Avenue. The incident left one person with a non-life-threatening injury. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On June 16 at 11:40 p.m., Rotterdam Police responded to a report of a large party at a home on Fern Avenue. As officers were responding, reports of shots fired were relayed at the party.  Upon arrival, police encountered a 21 year old male victim with a gunshot wound to his lower leg. Officers rendered first aid to the victim and he was transported to Albany Medical Center, with the injury believed to be non-life threatening.  State Trooper shot while conducting a traffic stop on I-88 No suspect information is available at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Rotterdam Police Detective Division at (518)355-7397 ext. 2104.

Pedestrian hit by driver of SUV in southwest Aurora dies

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

A pedestrian hit by an SUV in southwest Aurora on Friday night has died, police said.The incident happened just before 10 p.m. on South Havana Street near East Tennessee Avenue, the Aurora Police Department said in a news release.The driver, a 36-year-old Texas woman, of a Toyota Highlander was northbound on Havana when the SUV hit a 46-year-old man who was crossing mid-block, police said. The driver remained on scene and was cooperative with investigators. The man’s name will be released by the Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office.An investigation is ongoing, police said. Friday’s incident is the 32nd traffic-related death this year in Aurora. 

Applebee's, BJ's and more offering limited-time deals for Father's Day

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

As Father’s Day approaches, many restaurants across the Golden State are offering limited-time deals to help you celebrate the father figures in your life.Here are some of the eateries offering deals for Father’s Day.Applebee’s Bar and GrillFor those who are still looking for a Father’s Day gift, Applebee’s has got you covered. The restaurant is offering a $10 bonus card with the purchase of $50 in Applebee's gift cards. The offer is valid until June 25 and the bonus gift card is valid until Aug. 6.More information about the deal can be found on the restaurant’s website.Auntie Anne’sTreat Dad to a free original or cinnamon sugar pretzel on Father’s Day. Customers can receive the free item with any online gift card purchase. The offer is valid until June 25.BJ’s Restaurant & BrewhouseDads who dine in at a BJ’s location on Father’s Day can receive a commemorative pint glass and a 20% VIP card, valid from June 19 until July 9, while supplies last. The restaurant is also offering a ...

Review: Legendary classic rock act performs landmark show at country festival

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

Lynyrd Skynyrd brought the classic rock to the Country Summer Music Festival.The Day One headliners thrilled the roughly 8,000 in attendance on Friday (June 16) at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa by performing a 90-minute set that was just packed full of Southern rock favorites.The three-day festival was scheduled to continue to Saturday with headliner Eric Church — one of the greatest artists in all of country music — as well as the Cadillac Three, Caylee Hammack and others. The festivities conclude on Sunday with Brothers Osborne topping a bill that also includes Lee Brice and more. For more information, visit countrysummer.com.Friday’s Skynyrd gig proved to be a richly emotional outing as the musicians performed what was their first NorCal show since Gary Rossington — the last surviving original member of the band — died on March 5 at the age of 71.The group on Friday paid a touching tribute to Rossington, dedicating the song “Tuesd...

Our post-spring college basketball top-25 forecast: USC and Arizona climb, UCLA falls and Colorado enters the rankings

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd has struggled to navigate March Madness during his two seasons on the job, but the man knows his way around May like few others in his profession.Lloyd expertly combined the transfer portal and recruiting trail last month to remake Arizona’s roster and position the Wildcats for the 2023-24 conference title and a deep run in the NCAA Tournament.He fortified the bench with several touted international recruits, including Lithuanian center Motiejus Krivas, who reportedly owns a 7-foot-5 wingspan.More importantly, Lloyd landed three likely starters from the transfer portal: Guards Jaden Bradley from Alabama and Caleb Love from North Carolina, plus forward Keshad Johnson, who played a crucial role in San Diego State’s stunning charge to the national championship game.Bradley and Love will provide needed perimeter playmaking; Johnson, frontcourt defense. Above all, the newcomers should increase the level of physical and mental resolve for a program th...

Celebrating drag performance culture in Oakland

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

(KRON) -- KRON4 continues its celebration of Pride Month with a look at drag and queer performance culture in Oakland.VERA! and LOTUS from Oaklash join KRON4's Stephanie Lin to share more.

Brewers activate Winker and Miley, option Miller, designate Singleton for assignment

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:56:07 GMT

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Brewers pitcher Wade Miley and designated hitter/outfielder Jesse Winker were reinstated from the injured list on Saturday before Milwaukee’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.Miley is scheduled to start Saturday after missing a month with a lat strain. Winker hasn’t played since May 27 because of a cervical strain.In other moves, the Brewers optioned right-hander Tyson Miller to Triple-A Nashville and designated first baseman Jon Singleton for assignment.The Brewers are hoping Winker regained his power during his rehabilitation assignment in Nashville.Winker, 29, averaged 16.5 home runs per season from 2019-22 — including a career-high 24 with the Cincinnati Reds in 2021 — but he hadn’t gone deep in 39 games with Milwaukee before his neck injury. He was hitting .204 and had only three extra-base hits, all doubles.He homered three times in seven games with Nashville and had a .500 on-base percentage.Miley, 36, had been one of Milwaukee’s most reliable starti...