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What's next for Texans with sickle cell after bill that could help them vetoed?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — "This disease is unpredictable. One day, I could be fine... then the next day, I could wake up feeling like I'm literally dying," André Harris, who has sickle cell disease, said. Sickle cell is an inherited blood disorder that blocks blood flow, and can cause intense, piercing pain throughout a person's body. Harris recently testified before lawmakers about his disease, and why there needs to be more awareness in the state during Texas' 88th Legislative session. A few weeks after his testimony, his efforts would prove to be unsuccessful. 'Historically a disease that has been affecting Black people'It's a disease that predominantly affects black people, according to the CDC. There's no cure. Advocates like Harris have been pushing for more research — which requires funding — for decades. Sickle cell disease advocates in Texas push for better data tracking Getting funding can be complicated, Harris said. This is due to the fact that often times funding and research ...

Second mosquito with West Nile Virus found, Williamson County health leaders share prevention tips

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — The Williamson County and Cities Health District reported that a mosquito positive for West Nile virus was discovered in Jarrell this past week. This is the second mosquito to have been found in the county, the other was collected in Georgetown less than one month ago.The WCCHD said this second insect was found at a trap site near the community pool on Sonterra Boulevard in Jarrell. Signs warning of this discovery have been posted in the area the mosquito was discovered.Jason Fritz with WCCHD said anytime a mosquito with the virus is found, a containment process begins."We notify the effective city or municipality. And typically what happens is a lot of increase community awareness and education on how to prevent mosquito bites," Fritz said.He recommends that all residents wear insect repellant when outside, get rid of any standing water that may be around the home, and cover one's skin to prevent being bitten and contracting West Nile virus.How to ...

Big week can set tone for Austin FC's second half

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — As Austin FC is set to embark on the back half of their MLS slate, they jump into it with an important week. The Verde and Black will host FC Dallas on Wednesday and Houston Dynamo on Saturday."Dallas is a game we want to win," said Austin FC head coach Josh Wolff about the first of the two showdowns. "There's no doubt about it. Copa Tejas, a direct rival. In-state rival."MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the Score sports newsletter at kxan.com/newslettersThe match Wednesday against FC Dallas carries some extra weight after how the last battle between the two clubs went. The visitors came into Q2 Stadium back on May 13 and took down Austin FC.The lone goal came in the 89th minute from Jesus Ferreira after an Austin FC red card early in the second half. After the goal, Ferreira took off his jersey and showed it to the home supporters section, an action that Austin has not forgotten about."Yeah of course we...

$8M Texas Lottery jackpot-winning ticket purchased in north Texas town

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A jackpot-winning lottery ticket worth an estimated annuitized $8 million for the Lotto Texas drawing on Saturday was bought at Tiger Mart 51, located at 102 E. Interstate 20 in Weatherford, according to a news release.Weatherford is about 30 miles west of Fort Worth. The winning Quick Pick ticket matched all six numbers drawn: 2-5-13-16-23-38.As the cash value option was selected at the time of purchase, the claimant will receive $4,784,297.17 before taxes, according to Texas Lotto.“We look forward to meeting and congratulating the winner of this Lotto Texas jackpot prize,” said Gary Grief, executive director of the Texas Lottery. “If you have the winning ticket, we encourage you to sign the ticket, put it in a safe place, seek financial and legal advice, and call the Texas Lottery to schedule an appointment to claim the prize.”Additionally, a total of 58,117 Lotto Texas tickets won lower-tier prizes ranging from $2 to $11,431 for the same drawing, the release said...

Free Summer Nights in Rice concert series starts Thursday in Rice Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

The Twin Cities Latin Band will kick off the Summer Nights in Rice concert series at 5 p.m. Thursday in downtown St. Paul’s Rice Park.Now in its second season, the free series will also feature performances from the International Reggae All-Stars (July 13), the Moonlight Serenaders (July 27), Pete Whitman Quartet (Aug. 10), Natania and Ticket to Brasil (Aug. 24) and Jimmy “Primetime” Smith Blues Band (Sept. 7).Summer Nights in Rice is presented by the Rice Park Association and Twin Cities Mobile Jazz Project and is supported by the Saint Paul Cultural STAR Program. Additional support is provided by Rice Park neighbors Landmark Center, the Saint Paul Hotel and Grill and the Historic Hamm Building.RELATED: Free Lowertown Sounds concert series continues in Mears ParkIn case of rain, concerts will be moved inside Landmark Center, where restrooms will be available for use during all concerts.Landmark Center also has a free lunchtime concert series, Music on the Cortile. Concerts be...

Woman reaches $3M settlement against Ramsey County in lawsuit alleging excessive force by jail officers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

A $3 million settlement has been reached in a federal lawsuit filed by a woman who alleged correctional officers at the Ramsey County jail used excessive force, her attorneys said Tuesday.Miri Mozuch-Stafford filed the civil rights lawsuit against Ramsey County and various employees. She said correctional officers tackled her to the ground when she was handcuffed behind her back at the jail on Feb. 8, 2021. Her tibia was fractured and an artery was severed. She said she wasn’t taken for medical treatment for 17 hours.Miri Monique Mozuch-Stafford sued Ramsey County and employees over injuries she sustained at the jail on Feb. 8, 2021. (Photo filed with the lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Minnesota)“The lawsuit also alleged correctional officers and medical staff were thereafter deliberately indifferent to Ms. Mozuch-Stafford’s known and objectively serious medical condition, and that such indifference caused a seventeen-hour delay in appropriate medical treatment,”...

Party for the Parks: Support St. Paul green spaces with food, music at Lake Phalen

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

The St. Paul Parks Conservancy will host a fundraiser 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Phalen Park Picnic Pavilion.At Party for the Parks, the conservancy will recognize 19 volunteers who contribute to St. Paul parks and recreation, including Gabriel Pfeiffer, Pat Owen, Marjorie Abrams, Patricia Ohmams, Greg Meyers, Kendall Doom and Scott Ramsay. Mayor Melvin Carter will declare the day “Saint Paul Parks and Rec Volunteer Day.”The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to announce a new partnership with St. Paul Parks that will include free basketball and life skills camps, according to a spokesperson for the conservancy.The party will feature food from Dervish Mazza, Fresh India, Nelson’s Deli and Mik Mart Ice Cream. The Johnny Brown Experience will perform live music and the St. Paul Saints baseball team will host a bouncy house and games.Admission is free. Tickets for a buffet dinner will be available for purchase at the park.Phalen Park Picnic Pavilion is located at 1600 Phalen Drive...

PHOTOS: Greenwich paints the town purple for Alzheimer's

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

GREENWICH, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Like its name would suggest, the Washington County town of Greenwich is as green as they come in the summer. This week, though, parts of the town have taken on a purple hue, for a special cause. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "Paint the Town Purple" has been the mantra for businesses and neighbors alike for the last five days. A visit to your local gym or favorite pizza shop may reveal windows painted purple, or ribbons wrapped around electrical poles. For the fifth year in a row, the town is changing colors to raise awareness - and funds - for Alzheimer's research and care."My husband and I started this event in honor of our three grandmothers, who struggled with and ended up dying from Alzheimer's Disease," said effort co-founder and local financial planner Breanna Lundy. "We wanted to honor them, and the 6 million Americans with Alzheimer's, and their caregivers."Edward Jones Associates on Chu...

Albany man sentenced to 12 years for 2022 shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Tuesday, Jamar Brown, 20, was sentenced to 12 years in state prison for attempted murder. Brown will also serve five years of post-release supervision. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, Brown tried to cause the death of another person on the night of August 13. Brown shot the victim in the area of Second Avenue and Hampton Street. Brown also allegedly entered a building while in possession of a loaded firearm in the area of Barrows Street. He pled guilty to the attempted murder charge in April.

Attorney General's office investigating deadly shooting in Gloversville

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:29:30 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Police say they received a 911 call shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday for a call of shots fired. Once on scene, they say they located a man who said he was shot at but not hit. The shooter fleeing into a house on Fremont Street. Asylees in Albany want work, not a handout Neighbors reliving the moment they woke up to the active scene.“I woke up to the SWAT team and private detectives. Police cars were all over the place,” explained neighbor, Kimberly Sagendorf.  “I felt like I could be next. Or anybody could be next. Because this is not a good street.”Three different area neighbors all confirm they only heard one shot just after 2 a.m.Police say they found evidence of the shooting and began evacuating every apartment in the multi-unit house. They set up a tactical unit and staged outside of the home. Hours later, police say they received a 911 call from a man inside the home who told them there was man shot in the basement. The caller and one other man ...