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Parking at bars, AFD response times: This week's City Council items that impact you

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin City Council has nearly 80 items on its agenda Thursday. Here's some of what we're watching. Parking requirements for barsA resolutions from City Council Member José Velásquez calls for eliminating certain parking lot restrictions for bars to "encourage alternative modes of transportation and reduce the incidence of drunk driving,” the resolution reads. Council item aims to limit parking lot requirements for bars to curb drunk driving According to current building standards, properties that are at least 2,500 square feet must accommodate at least 25 drivers. Bars 10,000 square feet or more must have enough room for a minimum of 400 cars. The new resolution would still require ADA parking options. The draft of the resolution states parking construction can cost businesses between $10,000 and $40,000 per space."Decreasing parking requirements for bars and restaurants could also encourage the growth of local businesses and increase economic activity in the Cit...

Austin police ID victim, release description of vehicle in deadly hit-and-run

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Police Wednesday identified the victim and released a description of the vehicle involved in a deadly hit and run that happened Sunday. According to the Austin Police Department, officers and Austin-Travis County EMS medics responded to the crash around 2:15 a.m. between two vehicles and a pedestrian on the northbound lanes of Interstate 35 Service Road between 6th and 7th Streets. Police said the driver of a Kia Forte hit the pedestrian, Jorge Luis Sanchez Villalobos, as he crossed the street. After hitting Sanchez Villalobos, the driver of the Kia Forte hit another vehicle and drove off. Sanchez Villalobos died on the scene.APD describes the suspect vehicle as: 2016-2018BlueKia ForteFour-doorHeavy front damageAccording to Austin Police, the driver of this Kia Forte hit a man as he was crossing a street on April 9. The man died. (Photo courtesy: APD)According to Austin Police, the driver of this Kia Forte hit a man as he was crossing a street on April 9. The ...

Texas residents concerned after 900-foot-wide sinkhole begins to spread

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

HOUSTON (KIAH) - Residents in Daisetta, Texas say they're concerned that a massive sinkhole will swallow their homes. The sinkhole, which formed back in 2008, is growing again. For years, the ground has remained stable. That changed on Sunday, April 2nd. Community members say it has swallowed up oil tanks, telephone poles and several cars. The sinkhole is located a little north of Hull-Daisetta High School and west of FM 770 on the edge of the DeLoach Oil and Gas Waste Well. Daisetta is located northeast of Houston. So far, authorities have not issued any evacuations.

Man killed in hit-and-run on I-35 Frontage Road

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Police say a man died Wednesday night in a hit and run crash in North Austin. Police say the crash was reported at 7:21 p.m. in the 9000 block of the southbound Frontage Road of I-35, between Rundberg Lane and U.S. Highway 183. According to APD, one man, a pedestrian, is dead. Police say the driver left the scene of the crash.

5 things to know this Thursday, April 13

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- How about this weather? After a beautiful day on Wednesday, we can expect more of the same today on Thursday! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, yesterday was the warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures today predicted to be even higher. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! A large brush fire broke out in Schoharie County on Wednesday, prompting several crews to respond to Richmondville. Some fire crews were reportedly from Otsego and Delaware Counties. Also, three people were hospitalized after a shooting in Troy, one being a teenage boy. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning. 1. Multiple crews help fight large Schoharie County brush fireA large brush fire broke out in Schoharie County on Wednesday. Several crews—some reportedly from Otsego and Delaware Counties—responded to Richmondville, near the county line, to fight the blaze.2. Juvenil...

Inside look at new Pop Culture exhibit at Via Port Rotterdam

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) - After a soft opening in early March, a new attraction in Rotterdam called the Pop Culture Forever Exhibit is officially open to the public. The museum-style exhibit showcases artifacts, autographs, and rare memorabilia, celebrating all things Pop Culture. Local historian creates adventure history YouTube series "It's a celebration of all things pop culture, popular culture, with is a uniquely American institution; comic books started, here pulp started here, comic books started here, Hollywood,” said Daniel Fay, the director for the Pop Culture Forever Exhibit Center.You can find the Pop Culture Forever Exhibit at Via Port Rotterdam. It's located near the central fountain, directly between the movie theater and T-Mobile. Off the Beaten Path: The Balloonary Admission is as follows:4 and under: FreeAges 5-12: $6Ages 13 and up: $10

Changes proposed for short-term rental properties put on hold

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A move to regulate short-term rental properties in St. Louis City is put on hold, at least for now, by a St. Louis planning board.The details on this story are appearing in FOX 2's St. Louis Post-Dispatch partners. The short-term home rentals at issue are found a lot on websites like Airbnb and Vrbo. The potential regulations are being looked at by members of the St. Louis Planning Commission.City documents detail the regulations being considered. They would require operators of short-term rentals to obtain a permit that would be renewed every year. A business license would be required for non-owner occupied short-term rentals to be granted a permit. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW The possible regulations would also require ope...

Grant's Farm closed Saturday, opening day activities moved to Apr. 19

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Due to potential bad weather, Grant's Farm will be closed this Saturday.They'll reopen Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. All the opening day festivities including the live DJ and fireworks will be rescheduled for Saturday, April 29. Trending: Minnesota man steals semi-truck, leads to police chase in St. Louis County If you purchased an advanced parking ticket, be on the lookout for an email from Grant's Farm.

Oak Street Health hosting paint & sip class next Wednesday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Oak Street Health wants to talk about mental and emotional health.They are having a paint and sip class next Wednesday, April 19, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Painting can help older adults express their emotions while improving their cognition and memory skills. Trending: Minnesota man steals semi-truck, leads to police chase in St. Louis County The event is at their Tower Grove location on Gravois Avenue. Organizers will talk more about the importance of the event later Thursday morning.

'Money Smart' Kids Zoo Safari taking place this weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:52:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS - It's 'Money Smart Month' in the St. Louis Area, and a community education program is teaching all about money management and how to watch out for fraud.United Way and the St. Louis Regional Empowerment Coalition want to make sure kids know how to manage money responsibly. Trending: Minnesota man steals semi-truck, leads to police chase in St. Louis County They're holding a 'Money Smart Kids Zoo Safari' for kids ages 5 through 12. 18 banks and non-profits will set up game stations that teach kids how to spend and save their money while having fun.The free event is Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the St. Louis Zoo. We'll talk to organizers about the event later on FOX 2 News in the morning.