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How are Austin and Cruise working to track incidents involving driverless vehicles?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Amid a growing number of autonomous vehicles operating in the Texas capital, Cruise officials spoke with Austin's downtown commission last week on the company's continued rollout of driverless vehicle technology and issues flagged from members of the public regarding issues with the AVs.Yariel Diaz, senior government affairs manager for Cruise, told the commission Oct. 18 company and city officials meet roughly once a month via Austin's Autonomous Vehicles Safety Task Force to discuss concerns the city has received from residents, public safety personnel and other officials, as well as to brainstorm solutions on best practices moving forward. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Driverless cars improve emergency vehicle detection, Austin first responders develop AV training for crews Some of the data collected and shared between the two entities include incident reports the city has received involving Cruise vehicles, map extensions to the AVs' coverage scope, increases in Cruise's ...

Austin business thanks APD for increased police presence downtown

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

Editor’s note: The above video shows KXAN Live’s top morning headlines for Monday, Oct. 23, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN)— A downtown business that's been a victim of crime more than once in downtown Austin and the Downtown Alliance hosted a lunch Monday to thank Austin Police Department officers. Royal Blue Grocery said it has noticed a difference since APD increased patrol efforts downtown."Following a meeting with the Downtown Alliance in September, APD implemented a special downtown safety initiative by designating several additional officers to focus on areas with violent crime, drug transactions and public order problems downtown," Downtown Alliance said in a press release. "Since the additional law enforcement presence began, downtown business owners and security personnel have noted a marked improvement and visible difference in the area’s safety."The group said that's why it decided it wanted to throw a block-style lunch to show their gratitude. It'll be from noon to 1 p.m. at 600 S. ...

Big Ten, NCAA stand behind call at end of Gophers’ win over Hawkeyes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

One official each with the Big Ten Conference and NCAA stood by the review decision to call back Iowa punt returner Cooper DeJean’s 54-yard touchdown at the end of the Gophers’ 12-10 win over Iowa on Saturday.Big Ten coordinator of football officials Bill Carollo and NCAA rules editor Steve Shaw addressed the call of an invalid fair catch signal with the Pioneer Press and Des Moines Register for roughly 25 minutes on Monday morning.“In this situation, we allowed (DeJean’s) right hand to point to the ball, but if the other hand, if there’s any waving signal, it constitutes an invalid signal,” Carollo said in the video interview.Shaw said DeJean’s waving movement was “indisputable.” DeJean and Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz thought otherwise.Carollo did have one caveat to how the call was administered with less than two minutes remaining in Iowa City.“In retrospect, we would have preferred if they were confident that signal was an invalid signal, we should have ki...

Mrs. Doubtfire actor previews Proctors run

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - On Tuesday, Mrs. Doubtfire is set to take center stage at Proctors in Schenectady. NEWS10's Cassie Hudson had the chance to catch up with one of the cast members, Leo Roberts, to find out what fans can expect from the show. Proctors announces shows for upcoming season The show runs from October 24 - October 29. For dates and ticketing information, visit the Proctors website.

Wayward Lane Brewing to host pumpkin launching event

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

SCHOHARIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Wayward Lane Brewing in Schoharie will be commemorating Halloween weekend by hosting its inaugural "pumpkin chucking" party. The event is scheduled for October 29 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The celebration will feature a Medieval-style trebuchet to be used for several pumpkin launching competitions. There will also be a costume contest and food offered by The Dumpling Wagon food truck. Wayward Lane Brewing is located at 255 Ward Lane. Proceeds from the event will benefit the local Boy Scouts Troop 4.

WATCH: Gov. Hochul recognizes bus crash first responders

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- Governor Kathy Hochul held a press conference on October 23 to recognize first responders for their efforts in the bus crash that occurred in Orange County on September 21. The crash took place on Interstate 84 just outside of Middletown, and resulted in the deaths of two people and 42 others being injured. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The governor's speech was held at 1:15 p.m. on Monday. You can watch her remarks in the video player above.

When will Missouri see the first freeze of the season?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The weather is getting colder and that means the first freeze of fall is coming. It can impact sensitive plants and crops, leading to potential agricultural and landscaping losses. You'll want to take the necessary steps to protect your home, vehicles, and outdoor plumbing systems from cold-related damage. It is ‘Hillbilly Mango’ season in Missouri MissouriMissouri's first frost depends on your location and the local terrain. In northern and central Missouri, you can expect the first fall frost in mid-October and the last spring frost in mid-April. However, the Ozarks experience frost earlier in the fall and later in the spring due to higher elevations. Moving from the Ozarks to the Bootheel region, the first fall frost occurs between late October and early November. Remember, local terrain can create temperature differences, so consider your specific surroundings when predicting frost dates.KOLR-TV reports that Missouri saw its first freeze of the season when Maryvil...

St. Louis man sentenced to 10-years in prison for killing roommate

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS – A man will be spending ten years in prison after pleading guilty to a voluntary manslaughter charge in the death of his roommate. Scipio M. Clark, 48, shot and killed Richard Brock, 53, on September 20, 2022. He was living in an apartment with Brock and his girlfriend in the 3900 block of Chippewa Street at the time of the shooting. CVPA remembers anniversary of school shooting Prosecutors dropped first-degree murder, armed criminal action, and illegal weapon charges in exchange for the guilty plea. A November trial date had been set before a judge before the deal.Clark shot Brock in the head during an argument in 2022. Police found the victim's body on the bedroom floor.Brock drove off after the shooting. Police found his vehicle the next day with a revolver inside.Clark will get a little more than a year of credit for jail time served.

Simply Health Integrated Medical gets to the root of weight-loss resistance

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Put to rest the weight gain and weight loss issues for once and for all this fall! Simply Health Integrated Medical gets to the root issue of why people are not losing weight even when they are doing all the right things. Simply Health Integrated Medical does a full body exam to see why the body is weight-loss resistant. Join the webinar this evening to learn more about how the program works and if it's the right fit for you! In order to get access to the webinar, you must text the word 'WEIGHTLOSS' to the number 636-434-1974. You will then receive a link to register. You must register in order to attend, so don't forget to click the link!Simply Health Integrated Medical126 Hilltown Village CenterChesterfield, MO 63017 

Making his own country music brand - hear Michael B. Whit at the World Chess Hall of Fame

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A lover of country music, the talented Michael B. Whit comes back home from touring to perform at the World Chess Hall of Fame this Wednesday, October 25. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., there’s a Q & A with Michael, and then the concert starts at 7:00 p.m. Tickets and seating are limited so get your tickets today! Studio STL is blessed to give you a preview as Michael performs a couple of songs for us!WorldChessHOF.org