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Texas liquor stores to be closed over New Year's holiday

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — New Year's weekend will be dry for some Texans, as state law will shutter liquor stores from Saturday night through Tuesday morning.The Texas Liquor Control Act, mandates that no liquor stores are to be open on Sundays or major holidays like Christmas and New Year's Day.With the start of the new year falling on a Monday, stores will be closed for 61 hours once stores close up shop at 9 p.m. Saturday and won't reopen until 10 a.m. Tuesday."I'm glad I'm here today to buy it. New Year's must be a big day for people to buy liquor, that's not a great day to be closed," Arun Chatterje said.Chatterje was shopping at an Austin liquor store Thursday evening, and said news of the long closure this coming weekend was a surprise.He said it should be up to business owners to decide whether or not to be open on special days like New Year's Day."The liquor store owner wants to be open? That's great. They'd rather stay at home and sleep? That's great, too," Chatterje said.Back in 20...

Timberwolves fend off shorthanded Mavericks

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

Teams play below their level of abilities against inferior teams in the NBA all the time throughout an 82-game season.MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – DECEMBER 28: Naz Reid #11 of the Minnesota Timberwolves commits an offensive foul as he passes the ball against the Dallas Mavericks in the second quarter at Target Center on December 28, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)It happened in Boston on Thursday, as the Celtics — considered by many to be the best team in the NBA — had to go to overtime to hand Detroit its 28th straight loss.It happened in Minneapolis, as the Timberwolves tried to beat themselves numerous times before finding enough offense to down the short-handed Mavericks 118-110 at Target Center.Minnesota overcame 22 turnovers that led to 29...

ATV breaks through Red Lake ice, riders make it to shore wet and cold

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

BELTRAMI COUNTY, Minn. — Two men have safely returned to shore after their ATV broke through the ice on Upper Red Lake on Thursday morning.According to a release from Beltrami County Sheriff Jason Riggs, at 7:29 a.m. Thursday,  dispatchers received a call from two fishermen who reported that they fell through the ice while on an ATV about 1.5 miles north of the lake’s southern shore.The men reported that they were able to get out of the water but were stranded and couldn’t get back to the resort they came from, the release said. Emergency responders were dispatched for an ice rescue, and the resort began sending help as well.The men arrived back at the resort at 8:05 a.m. and met with first responders. Despite being wet and cold, there were no reported injuries, the release said.Arrangements have been made to remove the ATV from the lake as soon as the ice strengthens.This incident comes just days after three men were rescued from the lake after breaking through the ice while ...

Lola Saratoga support event after smash & grab

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -Two weeks before Christmas, the front door of Lola Saratoga was smashed in by two male suspects who then stole over $130,000 worth of inventory. Security footage showed those suspects bashing display cases and stealing the designer bags in less than two minutes.The crime shocked Saratoga’s business community. "I myself own a business a few blocks away. To hear something like this happen in my hometown… there’s no words to describe it," said Hostess of Ladies for Lola, Amanda Pierce. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! As a friend of the store, Amanda Pierce wanted to help. Pierce connected with 35 other local businesses for an event called Ladies for Lola. A booming atmosphere welcomed guests inside to shop and enter raffles.Owner, Megan Druckman, says even after losing 90% of inventory during the busy holiday season, her team of 12 employees kept going. "We started ordering more inventory, we did our best t...

'The sweetest soul ever' - Family and friends mourn loss of Marquisha Williams

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The frantic search for a St. Louis mother of four is over. Illinois State Police recovered the body of 29-year-old Marquisha Williams near Chicago on Thursday.Williams’ ex-boyfriend and the father of her children, 31-year-old Trenton Ivy, is charged with first-degree murder in connection with her disappearance and death.Williams’ family and friends gathered Thursday at Mount Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in North St. Louis. The group was seen sharing hugs and tears as the heavy reality of the situation set in. Police: St. Louis woman Marquisha Williams found deceased in Illinois Her mother, Norvette Chavis, tells FOX 2 that Thursday’s devastating discovery at least gives her family some peace knowing their loved one will be returned home for a proper burial.“I’m glad they found her," said Chavis. "Glad we have closure. It was going to drive me crazy if they hadn’t found her."Chavis had a message for the countless number of people who stepped up to help them in their...

Woman, boy held hostage in St. Louis home for five hours

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A St. Louis woman and child were running door to door, screaming for help in the middle of the night, after reportedly being held hostage.The frightening moment was captured on a doorbell video camera as one woman knocked on the door asking for the residents inside for help around 1 a.m. Thursday."My ex-boyfriend, he just held me and my son hostage," the woman said while also calling 911. Police: St. Louis woman Marquisha Williams found deceased in Illinois The 10-year-old boy could also be heard asking for help.With seconds to spare, Marquitta Lewis opened the door."Her little son ran into [the house]. I couldn't do nothing but lock the door," Lewis said.Doorbell video captured the man running onto the porch, appearing to chase after the woman and child."He had ran up and tried to kick the door, then he started knocking," Lewis said. "Then I guess he heard my boyfriend's voice."St. Louis Police said the woman and boy were being held against their will at a nearby home...

Iconic Silver Dollar City roller coaster takes final ride

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

BRANSON, Mo., (KNWA/KFTA) — Silver Dollar City has announced the closing of one of its most popular rides.According to a press release, the Branson theme park's historic indoor roller coaster 'Fire in The Hole' will pull through the station one last time this Saturday, Dec. 30. WATCH: The new Fire in the Hole roller coaster in Silver Dollar City The release states that the 48 guests, selected through various social media giveaways will be the final public riders on the roller coaster and will receive a mounted piece of the coaster track, along with other keepsakes commemorating the ride's retirement. Although there are preselected guests for the final ride, Fire in the Hole will be open all day on Saturday for anyone to ride the indoor coaster one last time.“Though we are now down to the final hours of the original Fire In The Hole, this ride has been meaningful to our guests for generations,” said Brad Thomas, Silver Dollar City president. “The coaster tells a story of the Ozark...

Colorado Springs mom wanted for murder of 9-year-old daughter, 7-year-old son

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

A Colorado Springs woman is accused of killing her 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son and attempting to kill her 11-year-old daughter on Dec. 19, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department.Kimberlee Singler, 35, is wanted on suspicion of multiple counts of first-degree murder, first-degree attempted murder, child abuse and assault.Law enforcement responded to a 911 call about a burglary in the 5300 block of Palomino Ranch Point at 12:29 a.m. on Dec. 19 and found Singler and her 11-year-old daughter with injuries as well as the bodies of Singler’s 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son, according to Colorado Springs police.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Cold case team’s recommendations in JonBenét Ramsey murder case under review Crime and Public Safety | 29-year-old suspect wanted in south Denver fatal shooting Crime and Public Safety | Suspect in fatal November shooting in Commerce City turns self in Crime...

Suspects arrested for series of armed robberies in Los Angeles County

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

Two suspects were arrested for a series of armed robberies across Los Angeles County.The suspects were identified as Amauje Ferguson, 27, from Nevada, and Charles Christopher, 24, from L.A. by the Los Angeles Police Department.On Dec. 18, around 6:30 a.m., Ferguson entered a convenience store on the 800 block of West Rosecrans Avenue. He allegedly pointed a handgun at the clerk and demanded money from the cash register, police said.On Dec. 20 at 6:30 a.m., Ferguson is accused of robbing another convenience store on the 500 block of West El Segundo Boulevard in the same manner.Arriving officers for the second robbery spotted the Ferguson's vehicle nearby. He refused to pull over, leading officers on a pursuit. During the chase, he threw out clothing and money from the car windows.Those items were later confirmed to be the money stolen in the robbery and the clothing that was worn by the suspect during the incident. Stolen Maserati found being stripped in downtown L.A. Officers were...

Prince William County teacher arrested for assault on 9-year-old girl

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:20:56 GMT

A teacher at Marshall Elementary School in Prince William County was arrested Wednesday for assaulting a 9-year-old student.The incident happened Nov. 29 at Marshall Elementary School at 12505 Kahns Road, police said. The teacher, identified as Christine Annette Mitchell, 60, of Manassas, has been on administrative leave since, a Prince William County schools spokesperson said.“The investigation revealed a student, a 9-year-old girl, was grabbed and dragged by a teacher, identified as the accused, from one classroom inside the school to another,” Prince William County police Lt. Jonathan Perok said in a news release.The assault was reported to the police later that evening. The victim suffered minor injuries, Perok said.On Dec. 27, police charged Mitchell with assault and battery, Perok said. She was released on a summons to appear in court. No booking photo was available.In a letter to the Marshall school community on Dec. 28, principal Cindy Klimaitis said she was R...