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Video: Bears enjoy summertime dip in hot tub at California home

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE, Calif. (KTLA) -- As the triple-digit heat brings sweltering weather to Southern California, one homeowner captured a rare sight of a mother bear and her baby enjoying a cool dip in their hot tub.The La Cañada Flintridge homeowner said the surprising moment was captured in her backyard on Wednesday afternoon around 1:45 p.m.In the video, two brown bears — a baby bear and a mother bear — are seen splashing around in a hot tub as they enjoy playtime together.The two bears share a lively exchange before the mother jumps into the refreshing water.As the summer months heat up, bear sightings will be more common for humans who like to spend time outdoors.A baby bear and its mother enjoy a refreshing dip in a La Cañada Flintridge hot tub on July 26, 2023. (Vicki Land)A baby bear and its mother enjoy a refreshing dip in a La Cañada Flintridge hot tub on July 26, 2023. (Vicki Land)A baby bear and its mother enjoy a refreshing dip in a La Cañada Flintridge hot tub on July...

Campaign Context: Sen. Gutierrez says Republicans favor common sense gun reform

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

As campaign season nears, politicians are turning up the volume on campaign rhetoric. To cut through the noise, we’re launching Campaign Context, a weekly series providing clarity on the messages you’re hearing from candidates on the campaign trail. We’re digging past the politics and into the facts to provide you with the transparent, spin-free information you need to make informed decisions this election season.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Sen. Roland Gutierrez, D-San Antonio, hopes to unseat U.S. Senator Ted Cruz in the 2024 election. Read More: Campaign Context headquarters Speaking to KXAN amid the launch of his U.S. Senate campaign, Gutierrez said: “66% of Republicans are in favor of common sense gun reform."We asked Gutierrez's office where he got that number, and his press secretary said the data is derived from a poll conducted by The Texas Politics Project in April 2023.The poll asked participating Texans how they felt about two separate gun reform proposals: raising the legal ...

Several homes destroyed in Blum Fire in Hill County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

Hill County (FOX 44/KWKT) -- The Texas A&M Forest Service says a fire in Hill County has destroyed at least five home and charred at least 250 acres. It is being called the Blum Fire because of its proximity to the city.FM 933 south of Blum to FM 1153 is closed because of the fire. As of 10 p.m. Wednesday evening, the fire is 0% contained.Along with the five structures destroyed, firefighters say the flames are threatening 25 more. There are no evacuations in place at this time.People living north of White Rock Creek are being told to take precautions. Firefighters say that people who do leave the area should pack up important papers, personal items, and prescriptions they may need for 24-48 hours.The Texas A&M Forest Service is working alongside the Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System, Texas Division of Emergency Management, as well as resources from multiple counties. The emphasis is on structure protection with dozers, engines, and aircraft.

SP: Couple arrested for living in someone else's Cobleskill home

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

COBLESKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany couple was arrested on Sunday for living in someone else's Cobleskill home without permission for roughly a week, according to New York State Police. Melissa Johnson, 44, and Jesus Lanauze, 58, each face multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Sunday, around 6:31 p.m., troopers responded to a home on State Route 7 in Cobleskill for reports of a trespass. Police say an investigation found Johnson and Lanauze had been living in the unoccupied house without permission from the owner for approximately a week. Further investigation found they caused damage to the home and outbuilding, per police.Charges:Second-degree criminal trespassThird-degree criminal trespassSixth-degree conspiracyBoth were arrested at the scene and were taken to Cobleskill State Police for processing. They were both issued appearance tickets to return to the Cobleskill Town Court on August 15 and were released.

5 things to know this Thursday, July 27

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy almost Friday! Per Meteorologist Matt Mackie, we can expect heat and scattered storms this Thursday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! With Rotterdam Police investigating how a young woman's dead body went unreported for months, her cousin is looking for answers. Meanwhile, with the Aldi in Rensselaer closing, concerns about a food desert are popping up. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning. 1. Cousin of dead woman found in Rotterdam wants answersRotterdam police are investigating how a young woman’s dead body went unreported for months, given that police say she did not live alone.2. Aldi in Rensselaer closing, concerns about food desert riseElected officials in Rensselaer County are raising concerns about the possibility that the City of Rensselaer could become a food desert.3. Bombers Burrito Bar in Albany appears to have closedBombers Burrito Bar...

St. Louis police are looking for a man after a 6-year-old was sexually assaulted

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Investigators with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department are asking for the public's help in identifying and locating a man suspected of a child sex crime in a south city neighborhood.According to Sgt. Charles Wall, a police spokesman, the crime occurred July 23 in the St. Louis Hills neighborhood. Police did not provide a more specific hundred block. St. Louis police seek to ID man in child sex assault case Police say the victim, a 6-year-old boy, was riding his bicycle when a man walked up to the child, snatched him off the bike, and took the boy to a nearby vacant residence and sexually assaulted him.Anyone with information on the man's identity may contact detectives directly at 314-760-7360. If you wish to remain anonymous or are interested in a cash reward, call CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477.

Adult-only 'Paranormal Cirque' starting today at the St. Louis Galleria

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A new cirque show is coming to the big top at the St. Louis Galleria, but this isn't your average show.They're combining acrobatics, cabaret, and the circus. FOX 2's Blair Ledet spoke with Ben Holland, the manager as well as a performer in the 'Paranormal Cirque.' It's an adult-only show that can be a date night, a boys night, or girls night out. Residents at north St. Louis County apartment had no AC for more than a year It's a four-night event from July 27 to July 30. For more information about the event, click here.

St. Vincent Greenway expansion happening today due to extreme heat

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Due to the extreme heat forecast this week, Great Rivers Greenway is moving the St. Vincent Greenway Opening Celebration.Instead of taking place at the Rock Road Metro Station, it'll be at the St. Vincent Shelter at the county park on St. Charles Rock Road. The guided walk and bike ride will be canceled. Residents at north St. Louis County apartment had no AC for more than a year The new paved path connects Pagedale to The Rock Road Transit Center and the existing Greenway. The celebration starts at 6:00 p.m.

Molina Healthcare of Illinois hosting school supply giveaway today

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

FAIRMONT CITY, Ill. - Molina Healthcare of Illinois is hosting a school supply giveaway event Thursday evening.It's from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Fairmont City Library Center. Supplies will go to the first 300 students. Residents at north St. Louis County apartment had no AC for more than a year There will also be free haircuts, school and sports physicals, dental exams, and community resources.

The UMS is short on pricey headliners — that’s what makes it special

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:39:41 GMT

For all its noise and fury, The Underground Music Showcase has always been a friendly place.Colorado’s biggest independent music festival, which returns Friday, July 28, through Sunday, July 30, is a feast for live-music fans, with 200 or so bands playing at a dozen indoor and outdoor South Broadway venues over three days and hundreds of shows.But it’s also a community hang and summer reunion that in the past has hosted acts ranging from Denver’s Nathaniel Rateliff and Tennis to indie rock royalty (Real Estate, Blonde Redhead) and trailblazers such as N3PTUNE — a wildly magnetic singer, dancer and rapper who is this year’s buzziest local artist.Casey Berry, left, majority owner of The UMS, with Youth on Record executive director and co-owner Jami Duffy, outside the Hi-Dive at 7 S. Broadway. (Provided by The UMS)No other Colorado festival gives a platform to so many honest-to-God locals, eschewing pricey headliners for diverse pop, indie rock, hip hop, f...