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AISD to implement 1 armed officer at each campus in 5-2 vote

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — In a meeting Thursday, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees voted to determine the appropriate number of police officers for each campus.The recommendation for the board was to approve that one AISD police officer be placed at each of the district’s schools.During the meeting, the agenda item passed with five in favor and two opposed.The recommendation also stated there should be administrative discretion for assigning additional officers based on the size of the campus and the needs of the campus and surrounding vicinity.Prior to the vote, the board had to consider House Bill 3, a school safety bill, which required Texas school districts to determine the appropriate number of armed security officers for each district campus, with the minimum being one armed security officer present during regular school hours at each campus.According to AISD, the district employs about 82 full-time police officers, which include 43 School Resource Officers (SROs).“Full implementation of...

PHOTOS: Art in the Park St. Louis Hills family free event

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Art in the Park St. Louis Hills is at Francis Park today, September 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Photo by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellThis event is celebrating its 16th year. Artists have booths on both sides of the lily pond to display their art. There is live music, delicious food, a classic car show, and an exhibition of vintage baseball. As always, the event is open to the public, admission is free, and several free children's activities are provided by our sponsors and non-profit participants. 

PHOTOS: Missouricon, a pop culture convention, returns to St. Louis

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Missouricon, a pop culture event, returns today, September 24, at the Holiday Inn Downtown St. Louis. The event will run until 5 p.m. tonight. Photo by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellPhoto by Liz DowellSome of the attractions include local vendors, anime vendors, local artists, guest comic celebrities, a cosplay contest, and free admission for kids under 11. Exhibits feature a wide range of items, including: Comic books Magazines Retro toys Video games Movies Wrestling Sci-fi Sport...

Dolphins 35, Broncos 13: Denver trails big in Miami at halftime

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

Can the Broncos break their slow 0-2 start and win their first game in the Sean Payton era? Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.Live updatesHalftime analysis — Dolphins 35, Broncos 13Parker Gabriel, beat writer: Devon Achane had 10 carries for 74 and a TD and was the fourth-most impressive Miami offensive player behind Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill and Raheem Mostert. Oh, and Jaylen Waddle’s not even playing. That didn’t stop the Dolphins from steamrolling Denver’s hapless defense in the first half.Mark Kiszla, sports columnist: When I suggested the Broncos tank after loss to Washington, some of y’all told me I was crazy. Really? What do you think of me now?Ryan McFadden, beat writer: At this point, I don’t know what else head coach Sean Payton can say. The Broncos continue to let the same mistakes beat them every week. They watched two touchdowns get wiped away because of penalties. They are 1-3 in ...

Corvette strikes, kills pedestrian during apparent street race

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

A pedestrian was struck and killed during an apparent street race early Sunday morning. According to preliminary reports from the Los Angeles Police Department, officers responded to the intersection of La Brea Avenue and Sunset Boulevard around 1:24 a.m. on calls of a victim being hit by a car. Responding officers found the pedestrian, an unidentified man, in the road.  LAFD paramedics who arrived at the scene shortly after declared the man dead at the scene.  Drunk man arrested after shooting at non-existent home intruders A newer blue Chevrolet Corvette – believed to be a 2022 or 2023 model – was possibly racing a white sedan southbound on La Brea when it hit the pedestrian. The driver of the Corvette fled the scene in an unknown direction and did not stop to identify themselves or render aid to the victim. An investigation has been launched and remains ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles Police Depar...

The 2023 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 Mild Hybrid SUV

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

What is a GLC 300? The GLC 300 is a compact luxury crossover mild hybrid SUV built in Bremen, Germany and sold worldwide by Mercedes Benz. The 2023 GLC 300 SUV provides an incredible value at any trim level, with an impressive list of standard equipment. At a starting price of only $45,950 for the rear wheel drive (RWD) model and $50,250 for the all wheel drive (AWD) 4Matic edition, it’s priced less than the competition.The 2023 Mercedes Benz GLC has more cabin space and improved noise reduction, thanks to a revamped body shell and insulated windows. Improved aerodynamics and ultra sophisticated suspension technology add to the vehicle’s comfort and drivability.The new GLC 300 is one the best gasoline powered compact luxury mild hybrid SUV’s, with a smooth running new engine, increased interior room and a wide range of welcome features for safety, technology, and convenience.The GLC 300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0L liter inline 4 cylinder engine with a 48 volt...

Encuesta: una gran mayoría expresa preocupación por Biden y Trump de cara a las elecciones de 2024

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

Tres cuartas partes de los votantes dicen que están preocupadas por la edad y la aptitud mental del presidente Joe Biden, mientras que casi dos tercios están preocupados por los múltiples juicios que enfrenta el expresidente Donald Trump, según una nueva encuesta nacional de NBC News, que arroja una sombra sombría sobre la próximas elecciones presidenciales de 2024.La encuesta también muestra que Trump amplía su ventaja nacional en la contienda por la nominación presidencial republicana a más de 40 puntos sobre su rival más cercano, y tiene a Biden y Trump estancados en una hipotética revancha a más de un año de las elecciones generales.Sin embargo, lo que también destaca en la encuesta son las señales de advertencia para Biden más allá de su edad, incluida una desaprobación sin precedentes de su desempeño laboral, menos de 4 de cada 10 votantes aprueban su manejo de la economía y un interés rezagado en las elecciones entre los votantes, partes clave de la base demócrata.“Esta encue...

AP Top 25: Colorado falls out of rankings after first loss and Ohio State moves up to No. 4

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

Colorado and Deion Sanders fell out of The Associated Press college football poll on Sunday after a resounding loss in one of the weekend’s showcase games, and the teams toward the top of the rankings were shuffled and tightened.A season-high six teams received first-place votes, the most since the 2016 preseason poll. Georgia is still where it started at No. 1 in the AP Top 25, but it is down to 55 first-place votes out of a possible 63.Michigan remained No. 2 and got a first-place vote. Texas stayed at No. 3 with two first-place votes. Ohio State moved up two spots to No. 4 and got a first-place vote after beating Notre Dame with a touchdown on its final offensive play.The Fighting Irish slipped to two spots to No. 11.Florida State dropped a spot to No. 5 after a victory at Clemson, but it nevertheless received three first-place votes.No. 6 Penn State and No. 7 Washington each moved up a spot. The Huskies received a first-place vote.Southern California fell three places to N...

Russian airstrikes kill 2 and wound 8 in southern Ukraine as war enters 20th month

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian airstrikes on Sunday killed two people and wounded eight others in southern Ukraine’s Kherson province, the region’s governor reported Sunday as the war in Ukraine entered its 20th month. Gov. Oleksandr Prokudin said Russian forces struck the city of Beryslav, destroying an unspecified number of private houses. A woman was killed and three people were wounded, including a police officer, he said. Another airstrike killed a 67-year-old man in the village of Lvove, Prokudin said without specifying the type of weapons used in the attack. In the city of Kherson, the region’s capital, a total of five people were wounded Sunday as the result of repeated Russian bombing, the governor said. The communities hit are both located in the Ukraine-controlled part of the Kherson region, where the Dnieper River that bisects the province has marked a battle line since Russian troops withdrew across it in November 2022, a retreat that boosted the invaded...

POLL ALERT: Colorado falls out of AP Top 25 after getting trounced in its first loss; Ohio State up two spots to No. 4

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:35:03 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — POLL ALERT: Colorado falls out of AP Top 25 after getting trounced in its first loss; Ohio State up two spots to No. 4.Source