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Unpaid meal debt totaled $19 million this school year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

(NewsNation) — As the school year is winding down for students, this one was the first for many families who had to navigate feeding their kids after a pandemic-era plan providing free school meals ended last summer. When the program was sunsetted, it left many with the tough choice to take on debt to cover meal costs. According to the School Nutrition Association (SNA), unpaid meal debt in 847 school districts across the country adds up to at least $19 million. It’s too much for some schools to chew, as they consume new levels of debt that vary across districts. At this Oregon school, kids do all the cleaning A Texas teacher told the Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) that parents are simply not making payments for school meals. The educator said during the first three weeks of the school year, their small school district of around 3,000 students had a negative meal balance of roughly $20,000.“It is completely heartbreaking to tell a student, a child, they cannot eat when ...

Rain chances remain in the forecast through at least the weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The morning started overcast with areas of fog. By early this afternoon the sun was shining brightly on Central Texas.The afternoon will be warm with highs peaking in the upper 80s to low/mid 90s. The heat index will rise to the mid/upper 90s.Rain chances this afternoon seem to be confined to areas east of I-35 with isolated showers and thunderstorms.The Storm Prediction Center is watching the Hill Country this evening for possible severe storms with a category 1 out of 5 (marginal risk) for hail 1" in diameter and higher and wind gusts exceeding 50 to 60 mph. Low risk of strong to severe storms Monday eveningAn earlier flash flood threat for today has been cancelled. However, there is a low risk for flash flooding tomorrow in our eastern counties expanding west to I-35 on Wednesday. Keep tuned to KXAN for updates.Rain and thunderstorms continue for the rest of the week into the weekend. Every day will feature showers and thunderstorms that actually last into at lea...

New York State invests $5M into local arts centers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New York State is investing $5 million toward local theatres through the Alive Downtowns! initiative. The program, which supports performing arts centers, was secured funding in this year’s state budget. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Capital Region Assemblymembers John McDonald, Patricia Fahy, Angelo Santabarbara and Phil Steck joined several Alive Downtowns! leaders to announce the decision. The coalition thanked the legislators as well as Governor Kathy Hochul and Senator Neil Breslin for their support of Alive Downtowns!, and for understanding the value and priority of arts funding in New York State. Alive Downtowns! began as a coalition of 13 downtown historic performance arts centers across Upstate New York. Formed in response to the impact of COVID-19 on the arts centers, representatives of the coalition have been working with New York State legislators and the Governor’s office to discus...

History comes alive this summer at Grant Cottage

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Grant Cottage is a nugget of United States history, located in the woods between Saratoga Springs and South Glens Falls. The legacy of U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant will open to the public for the season on Friday, May 26. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The opening comes with a catch. The cottage itself will remain closed until mid-June, as preservation-related construction continues at the historic former residence where Grant spent his final weeks and finished his memoirs. In the meantime, special tour opportunities will show off the site on Mount McGregor. Outdoor "Hidden History" tours can be booked now. The hike spans about a mile, and highlights the stories of presidents, inmates at the former McGregor prison, and more. Hiking shoes and clothing are encouraged. Where to see live music in Lake George in 2023 Grant Cottage is open Thursdays to Sundays starting in June, and Wednesdays to Sund...

Albany man convicted on 9 charges in domestic violence case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Thursday, Ryan Critcher, 33, was convicted of nine counts in a domestic violence case. Critcher faces 13 to 26 years in state prison. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The indictment alleges the following:On or around July 12, 2021, Critcher violated an order of protection in Colonie. Critcher had a sledgehammer, which he intended to use against a different victim.On or around November 30, 2021, Crticher violated an order of protection and injured that same victim, this time in Albany.Critcher continued to violate the order of protection by trying to contact the victim repeatedly between December 8, 2021, and May 9, 2022.Critcher was charged with the following:One Count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, a Class D FelonyOne Count of Assault in the Third Degree, a Class A MisdemeanorOne Count of Aggravated Criminal Contempt, a Class D FelonyFour Counts of Criminal Contempt in th...

Ringo Starr performing at Fabulous Fox Theatre in September

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Rock and roll legend Ringo Starr will be making a one-night stop in St. Louis this fall. The Fabulous Fox Theatre will host the performance Saturday, September 23. Tickets go on sale starting Friday, May 12, at 10:00 a.m. Trending: 150 years later, Illinois bridge tragedy among nation’s worst Strarr is commonly-known as the drummer of 60s rock band 'The Beatles.' He also won two Grammy Awards as a member of the band. The show will feature stars like Gregg Bissonette, Colin Hay, and Steve Lukather as well.

Man convicted of murder in death of homeless man in Denver

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

A 33-year-old man has been convicted of murder in the January 2022 shooting death of a 38-year-old man who’d been living in a homeless shelter.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Man dead after shooting in northeast Denver, homicide investigators appeal to public for help Crime and Public Safety | Denver teen charged with murder as adult sentenced to 58 years in prison after pleading guilty to two killings Crime and Public Safety | Was Letecia Stauch psychotic or strategic? Jury begins deliberations in killing of 11-year-old Gannon Stauch Crime and Public Safety | Man involved in fatal Edgewater Tesla charging station fight released after questioning Crime and Public Safety | Man in vehicle at La Salle Family Dollar fatally shot by police; investigation launched A Denver jury convicted Cameron Spain of one count of first-degree murder in the death of Tony Bozman, Denver District Attorney Beth...

Opinion: Don’t let Ticketmaster and AXS write Colorado laws

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

Last week, lawmakers gave permission to Live Nation’s Ticketmaster and AEG’s AXS to deceive consumers when tickets go on sale, and to turn a blind eye to illegal software bots that scoop up tickets before humans can instead of reporting their usage to law enforcement. Gov. Jared Polis should unequivocally veto this legislation.The original draft of Senate Bill 60 while titled “Consumer Protection in Event Ticketing Sales” was not designed to protect consumers. Instead, it cleverly consolidated power to favor the ticketing duopoly of Ticketmaster and AXS to the detriment of the very “consumers” the bill claimed to protect.These were the companies that pushed for the legislation and participated in its initial drafting. Consumer organizations were never consulted. It was a rare bill that claimed to protect consumers yet did not have the endorsement of a single consumer protection group. In fact, some of the largest and longest-standing advocates actively opposed the bill because of th...

Burger King to bring Spider-Man themed Whopper to menus nationwide

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

The newest burger swinging into participating Burger King restaurants nationwide celebrates the latest movie about a famous New York superhero.To mark the upcoming theatrical release of “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse," Burger King announced Monday plans to release the “Spider-Verse” Whopper.To mark the upcoming theatrical release of “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Burger King announced Monday plans to release the “Spider-Verse” Whopper. (Burger King) While the burger will have all the traditional Whopper toppings customers have grown to love, the new addition will be a red bun topped with black sesame seeds, a design inspired by Miles Morales’ Spider-Man suit.Along with the new burger, guests can also purchase a “Spider-Verse” Sundae, which features soft serve ice cream decorated with black and red chocolate popping candies, according to a news release.The new burger and sundae will be available at participating restaurants nationwide from May 15 to June 21. Burger King br...

Man Injured in Scooter Crash on Delbarton Street [San Diego, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:35:58 GMT

36-Year-Old Scooter Rider Hospitalized after a Vehicle Accident near Zion AvenueSAN DIEGO, CA (May 8, 2023) – Early Tuesday morning, a scooter crash on Delbarton Street left one man with injuries.The incident happened on May 2nd, just after 1:00 a.m., in the Allied Gardens neighborhood involving a 2012 Toyota Camry and a 36-year-old scooter rider.Preliminary investigation showed that the scooter rider failed to stop at a stop sign at the intersection. The Toyota that was traveling in the area was unable to avoid him and the two vehicles collided. The impact of the collision caused the rider to sustain serious injuries including cerebral hemorrhage, a collapsed lung, and other internal damages. Meanwhile, the 53-year-old Toyota driver did not obtain any injuries.Following the collision, emergency crews arrived at the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment.Road accidents can happen anytime, anywhere, and to anyone. When using motorized bicycles or sco...