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Police searching for suspect in vehicle, package thefts at central Austin apartments

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin Police are asking for help identifying a woman they say was involved in "multiple crimes" at a central Austin apartment complex. According to police, the suspect entered the pool area at The Pearl Apartments, located on West Koenig Lane, with a 7-year-old child on Sept. 24. Police said she used the child as a decoy while scouting out the residents' belongings. The suspect stole a purse that included keys and several credit cards then left the area with the child. Police said the suspect returned later that night wearing different clothes with two other masked suspects. The group stole the victim's vehicle using the keys the woman took earlier, and they stole packages from the mailroom, according to APD. The suspect is described as:White femaleMid-30 years of ageMedium buildTattoo on the left ankle (attempted to conceal tattoo with a lavender-colored leg brace)She was last seen wearing a t-shirt with “Jessy and the Boys” on the front.Austin Police Department s...

Gophers football vs. Iowa: Keys to game, how to watch and who has edge

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

MINNESOTA at No. 24 IOWAWhen: 2:30 pm. SaturdayWhere: Kinnick StadiumTV: NBCRadio: KFAN, 100.3 FMWeather: 60 degrees, partly cloudy, 4 mph northwest windBetting spread: Iowa, -3.5Records: Iowa (6-1, 3-1 Big Ten) leads the Big Ten West Division after a 15-6 win over Wisconsin. Minnesota was idle last week after a 3-3 start, including 1-2 in conference play.History: The Gophers have lost eight straight to the Hawkeyes, including 10 consecutive in Iowa City since 1999. Minnesota is 2-17 at Kinnick Stadium in the last 40 years.Key matchup: QB Athan Kaliakmanis vs. Hawkeyes secondary. The redshirt sophomore threw two pick-sixes against Michigan and similar mistakes against Iowa could be catastrophic given Iowa’s anemic offense and its tougher defense.Who has the edge?Gophers offense vs. Iowa defense: The Hawkeyes are putting up more sterling stats this season, but are they as talented as years past? Iowa has gone 21 straight games without allowing 400 total yards, the longest streak in F...

Teen and young woman shot while in car

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Two young people, including a teenager, were shot overnight while in their car just north of downtown in the Columbus Square neighborhood.Authorities at police headquarters told FOX 2 that the two victims are a 17-year-old boy and a 21-year-old woman. It appears that they both should survive their injuries. The search for suspects is ongoing at this hour.There are two scenes connected with the case. This first scene is near 10th and O'Fallon. The police shared that that is where the actual shooting happened.Officers got the call just before 1:30 a.m. Police revealed that the 17-year-old boy was shot in the leg while the 21-year-old woman was hit in the arm. Authorities said the two were in their car when all of a sudden bullets started flying. At this point, police aren't sure if the bullets came from a passing vehicle or from somebody on foot. Sex offender banned from rec centers after FOX 2 tip The second scene was at 13th and Cass. Police added that the two victims ...

1 dead, 3 critical after wrong-way crash in downtown Los Angeles

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

A wrong-way crash on the 10 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles left one person dead and sent three more to the hospital in critical condition.The crash at the 10 and 60 freeways occurred at 4:40 a.m., according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.According to the California Highway Patrol, the driver headed the wrong direction had two passengers, including a 5-year-old. All three of them were transported to local hospitals in critical condition.The driver, who may have been under the influence, crashed head-on into a Honda, killing the driver of that car.The crash impacted traffic on the 10 Freeway, and lane closures are expected to remain in place until at least 8 a.m.Patrick Kightlinger contributed to this report.

Burt Young of 'Rocky' dead at 83

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

Burt Young, known for playing Paulie in "Rocky," died earlier this month, the New York Times reports. He was 83.Young, who died Oct. 8 in Los Angeles, was nominated for an Oscar for his "Rocky" role as the friend of Sylvester Stallone's titular character.Carl Weathers, who played Apollo Creed in the franchise, paid tribute to Young on X, formerly Twitter."RIP, Burt Young! A beautiful and talented soul. He was such an integral part of the Rocky family. 'You want the bird? Go get the bird.' Paulie will be with us forever! #BePeace," he wrote.He also appeared in films like "Chinatown" and in television series such as "The Sopranos."Additionally, Young was a painter, and some of his works appear in 2006's "Rocky Balboa."

Palestinians trapped in Gaza find nowhere is safe during Israel's relentless bombing

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

Israeli airstrikes pounded locations across the Gaza Strip early Thursday, including parts of the south that Israel had declared as safe zones, heightening fears among more than 2 million Palestinians trapped in the territory that nowhere was safe.In the nearly two weeks since a devastating Hamas rampage in southern Israel, the Israeli military has relentlessly attacked Gaza in response. Even after Israel told Palestinians to evacuate the north and head to what it called “safe zones” in the south, strikes continued across the territory overnight and Palestinian militants continued firing rockets into Israel.A residential building in Khan Younis, a city in southern Gaza where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians had sought shelter, was among the places hit. Medical personnel at Nasser Hospital said they received at least 12 dead and 40 wounded.The bombardments came after Israel agreed Wednesday to allow Egypt to deliver limited humanitarian aid to Gaza, the first crack in a punishin...

Bewitchment: Arts Calendar October 19-25

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

It’s a time when we all at least for a moment believe in bewitchment, when dimensions slip their boundaries, life and death aren’t so far apart, and fabulous costumes rule the days and nights. It’s also the last blush of summer, and all manner of visual and performing artists celebrate with arts in the park, along the river, and up and down the Avenue. Plus adventures with big cats, queer history, awkward sex, and pioneering poets. And for more specifically trick or treat type situations, check our big Ghoul Guide to this year’s Halloweeniest.Afsoon: The Forest of Bewitchment, 2023. Acrylic on printed canvas, 90 x 170 cm (Courtesy of Advocartsy)Thursday, October 19Afsoon: Searching For Myself In The Forest of Bewitchment at Advocartsy. Afsoon has always been fascinated by the idea of talismans and amulets and collects examples from around the world, but the majority of her collection is from Iran. In this body of work, the intricate pieces tell stories full of hope, wishes, fear and...

Can CBD Seltzer Prevent Sunstrokes? — A Look at Hemp-Infused Waters

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

Water is essential to life…and it also happens to be one of the most lucrative products in supermarkets. Some estimates suggest the global bottled water industry rakes in $283 billion per year. Despite the increased prevalence of water filtration systems, many consumers love the convenience pre-packaged plastic bottles provide.It’s also clear that many customers want the healthful hydration of H2O without drinking plain water. To address this demand, manufacturers are pumping out flavored beverages and packets to add some “jazz” to a hydration routine. There are also many “functional waters” that add bonus minerals, electrolytes, and vitamins that supposedly enhance its effects.This is where CBD water comes into the picture. Yes, many water brands now add hemp extract to their bottled products. According to fans, these hemp-infused waters offer all of the hydration of regular water plus the healing benefits associated with CBD. So, are CBD beverages the next big thing in hydration, ...

Bay Area high school football 2023: Week 9 preview, schedule

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

We’re down to just three weekends left in the regular season.And this one should be pretty good.There are three Top 10 matchups in Week 9 — thanks to El Cerrito at De La Salle being added to the schedule on Wednesday — and plenty more that will help shape league races and possible playoff matchups.The Bay Area News Group will have complete coverage this weekend and all season. If you have not already, please sign up for a digital subscription. Your contributions keep us going.Here are this week’s top matchups and schedule:FridayNo. 6 El Cerrito (7-0) at No. 2 De La Salle (5-2), 7 p.m.: This non-league matchup was added after both teams had opponents cancel games this weekend. De La Salle was supposed to play Foothill, El Cerrito was scheduled to face Hercules. Instead of taking a forfeit win, both coaches preferred to give their kids a chance to get on the field. “We are grateful for an opportunity to play,” El Cerrito coach Jacob Rincon said. El Cerrit...

Cooking: An autumnal apple salad with maple vinaigrette

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:31:42 GMT

When it comes to fall fruit, it’s hard to beat the versatility of the humble apple.Gala and the ubiquitous Red Delicious tend to be the most popular for eating out of hand, but sweet-tart cultivars such as Honeycrisp and the bright green, citrusy-tart Granny Smith are also great for a quick after-school or workday snack. They’re also delicious atop a salad, providing both a satisfying crunch and a fresh fall flavor that speaks to the season.Here, thinly sliced apples add a bright and colorful crunch to a healthful, tossed salad mix of spicy arugula, shredded kale and cabbage. It’s dressed in a sweet and tangy, mustardy vinaigrette sweetened with another fall favorite, maple syrup.A fall salad made with sliced apples, craisins, toasted pecans and blue cheese on a bed of arugula, kale and shredded cabbage. (Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS) I dressed up the salad with dried cranberries, toasted pecans and a generous crumble of blue cheese on top becaus...