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TCSO: Body found in Lake Travis after man disappeared

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for June 7, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) — Officials in Travis County said divers recovered a body from Lake Travis Thursday morning after a man disappeared near Starnes Island Wednesday evening.A witness said the man was swimming and did not resurface.The Travis County Sheriff’s Office responded to an Assist EMS call at 9:06 p.m., and the area where the man was last seen was searched by Austin-Travis County EMS, Lake Travis Fire & Rescue, Jonestown Police and TCSO Lake Patrol, according to officials.“The man was not located, and the rescue transitioned to a recovery mission,” TCSO said. Why people keep dying on Lake Travis party boats The sheriff’s office said it continued searching until nightfall, and the shoreline and surface searches began at daylight Thursday morning.TCSO said its dive team was on site as of 10 a.m. and a man's body was recovered at 10:30 a.m. It said an autopsy will ...

Tracking county, city progress on gun violence reduction efforts

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- County, city and community leaders met for a summit Thursday to discuss ways to reduce gun violence. One year ago this week, the same group met for its first summit on gun violence, vowing to create a roadmap to building an "ecosystem" to combat the issue. ORIGINAL SUMMIT: ‘There’s a lot of talk,’ leaders promise action on gun violence "The county and city are listening, and we're doing everything we can to build out the ecosystem and infrastructure that can support [survivors and victims] and their loved ones and help keep them safe," said District Attorney Jose Garza. "We've made great progress, but we still have work to do."Below are updates from the county on the progress of this process over the last year, per the DA's office and county judge's office:Proposal written in conjunction with sheriff's office to acquire National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) technology,  which utilizes a pooled database to help law enforcement more effici...

Rainbow on the Creek Pride celebration happening Saturday

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Waterloo Greenway's annual "Rainbow on the Creek" will be held Saturday, with several offerings available to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride. Pride Month 2023: Ways to celebrate in Central Texas The full lineup of events runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., with doors at 5, at Moody Amphitheater and Waterloo Park. The fest will be hosted by Aira Juliet and will feature several performers and artists in Austin's LGBTQ+ community. The full lineup is below: 5 p.m. – Doors6 p.m. – Papi Siii!Reggaeton and Latin gay vibes featuring DJ Gabby Got It and Eriq Stylez6:30 p.m. – VOICES OF PRIDE!Featuring Miguel St. Michael & Mama Duke7 p.m. – WORKOUT WITH ERICA NIX SHOWCASE!Featuring a curated lineup of local LGBTQIA+ artists & performers7:30 p.m. - VERTARIAS & SMV & FRIENDS!She23, Majesty, and Vertarias ignite the stage with high-energy choreography andexpressive lyricism that pays homage to musical groups of the 90’s8 p.m. - VYLETTE WARD & FRIENDSAustin Drag Showcase ho...

Alive at Five's first 2023 concert moves to rain site

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The first performance of the 2023 Alive at Five concert series has been moved to their rain site. The show will now take place under the 787 bridge, by the Corning Preserve boat launch at 1 Quay Street in Albany. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The 'Emo Pride Night' show, featuring Hawthorne Heights with special guest Bad Luck, will begin at 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 8. The location change was made due to potential inclement weather, though due to the ongoing air quality conditions, Albany Events is offering masks on site to attendees. The performance, like all of the shows in the series, is free and open to the public. Parking is available at the Riverfront Garage at 2 Columbia Street, and the Quackenbush Garage at 25 Orange Street.

Illinois bill would limit use of license plate readers for abortion seekers

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - One Illinois bill awaiting the governor's review would restrict the use of the state’s license plate readers in cases involving abortion care seekers. Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and other Illinois state representatives spoke briefly about the bill Thursday in Chicago, though some aspects of how this practice might be enforced remain to be determined. House Bill 3326, sponsored by Giannoulias, would reportedly prevent law enforcement from other states from being able to access license plate reader data in Illinois with the intent of tracking or penalizing people seeking or assisting others with abortion care. Revisting Mike Shildt’s comments on his Cardinals departure According to Giannoulias, no states currently prohibit automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) from being used to track or penalize abortion seekers. ALPR technology allows police to read thousands of license plates per minute from cameras placed on roadways. Illinois currently ...

60 dogs, mostly Yorkies, rescued from Franklin County hoarder

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force completed its largest rescue operation of 2023 on Thursday, extricating dozens of Yorkies and other small dog breeds from a hoarder in Franklin County.According to a task force spokesperson, the home was in structural decay, and the floors were covered in large amounts of animal waste, posing a risk to the people and animals living there.The owner of the dogs agreed to surrender the animals to the Animal Cruelty Task Force onsite. The 60 dogs will be brought to the Humane Society of Missouri’s St. Louis headquarters for emergency veterinary triage and treatment.Rescuers said the dogs are frightened, filthy, and many show signs of being infested with parasites. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW ...

Rain hitting Cameron Peak burn area where a flash flood warning is posted

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

Rain is falling Thursday afternoon in the Cameron Peak burn area where a flash flood warning is posted through 4:15 p.m.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Flash flood warnings in place for burn scars in northern Colorado Crime and Public Safety | Flood advisory issued for portions of Denver, metro area Crime and Public Safety | Denver weather: Wet weather will hang around this weekend; flash flood warning issued for burn scar areas Crime and Public Safety | Denver weather: Smoke expected to leave Wednesday as storms enter area Crime and Public Safety | Severe thunderstorms across Colorado lead to flooded roads, swift water rescues and one body recovered Showers and thunderstorms are expected along the northern Front Range and foothills and the Cameron Peak wildfire burn area has a high chance for flash floods this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Impacted areas include the Ret...

Former teacher in Denver suspected of sexual assault of a student

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

A former teacher is under investigation for alleged sexual assaults of a student and Denver police are looking for additional victims based on the circumstances of the case.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Lochbuie man sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for child pornography Charles Reginald “Reggie” Gwinn, 40, was arrested Friday on investigation of two counts of sexual assault of a child by a person in a position of trust, according to a Denver Police Department news release.Both counts are related to alleged sexual assaults involving the same victim occurring between March and July of 2018, police said. An investigation began in March when the juvenile victim and her father filed a report with the police. Gwinn allegedly fondled the victim several times over the five-month timespan and he allegedly forced the victim to commit a sexual act. The alleged crimes happened while Gwinn was a theater teacher at St. Elizabeth’s School in Denver.Based on...

Broncos signing veteran defensive lineman Frank Clark to one-year deal, sources say

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

Denver’s adding a veteran pass-rusher to its mix and he’s a familiar name to Broncos fans.The team is signing former Kansas City defensive lineman Frank Clark, multiple sources confirmed to The Post on Thursday afternoon. One source with knowledge of the agreement said it’s a one-year deal.Related ArticlesDenver Broncos | Broncos WR Courtland Sutton on trade rumors: “This is where I ultimately want to be.” Denver Broncos | Should the Broncos pursue Minnesota RB Dalvin Cook? What about Vikings edge Danielle Hunter? Denver Broncos | Broncos CB Pat Surtain II wants to be more of a vocal leader in Year 3: “That’s a focal point of mine” Denver Broncos | Broncos Mailbag: How patient will Sean Payton be with Russell Wilson? Denver Broncos | Broncos CB Damarri Mathis looks to solidify starting role in Year 2 after up-and-down rookie campaign Clark, who tallied 23.5 sacks for the division...

Broncos WR Courtland Sutton on trade rumors: “This is where I ultimately want to be.”

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:59:11 GMT

For wide receiver Courtland Sutton, Denver is home.As Sutton saw his name floated around in trade rumors this offseason, he appreciated other teams valuing his skill-set, but he is happy to remain with the Broncos.“It’s flattering that other teams see me as a (player) that can come in and be the guy for them,” Sutton said after Broncos OTAs on Thursday. “I love that I’m here. This is where I ultimately want to be.”During the league’s spring ownership meetings in March, head coach Sean Payton said a number of teams called about Sutton and fellow wideout Jerry Jeudy. But Denver stood pat and didn’t trade either before the NFL Draft while opting to pick up Jeudy’s fifth-year option.Still, the Broncos drafted Oklahoma wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. with their first pick in the second round, fueling speculation that Sutton’s days in the Mile High are nearing an end.If Denver trades Sutton this summer, it would save $14.4 million while taking on a $3.8 million dead cap hit, according to Ov...