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Manor ISD names new superintendent

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Manor ISD has named a new superintendent.Dr. Robert Sormani took over as superintendent on May 1. He most recently worked for Hutto ISD, where he served as an associate superintendent. In the past he served as head of curriculum and instruction at Manor ISD."He is going to know in a much more intimate way, the things that could potentially work and benefit our community," said Bobby Garcia, Manor New Technology High School principal.Garcia has worked for Manor ISD since 2007 and said having a familiar face return to lead the district is exciting news, especially since there has been a lot of turnover over the years."I can tell you in my 16 years, the person who has led the district has changed 14 times," said Garcia.Sormani said consistency in leadership is important, so KXAN asked him how long he hopes to be in his role."As far as longevity here, to give you an idea, I hate moving," said Sormani. "So, I am happy to move once to Manor and to sit here as long as possi...

Hunter shoots partner after mistaking him for turkey, Washington County sheriff says

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

A 48-year-old Excelsior man injured his hunting partner on Wednesday afternoon south of Stillwater after mistaking him for a turkey and firing a shot, officials said.The men were hunting together east of Northbrook Boulevard and 51st Street about 1:30 p.m. when the shooting occurred, according to a news release issued by the Washington County sheriff’s office.Washington County sheriff’s deputies and paramedics responded to the scene and took the wounded man — a 54-year-old from Arden Hills — to Regions Hospital in St. Paul. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.The man who fired the shot is cooperating with investigators and the shooting appears to have been an accident.The sheriff’s office and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources are investigating.Related ArticlesNews | Prosecutor: Suspected Texas gunman tried to escape to Mexico News | St. Paul City Council: Planned police use of drones has raised con...

Twins can’t capitalize on opportunities in loss to White Sox

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

CHICAGO — When the Twins dropped behind by three runs in the first inning with Cy Young Award runner-up Dylan Cease on the mound, it looked as if they were in trouble. But the Twins, who were nearly no-hit by the righthander last year, actually managed to claw their way back against him, using RBI doubles from Carlos Correa and Byron Buxton and Nick Gordon’s second home run of the year to do so.No, it was the leaky White Sox bullpen that the Twins had their problems with in a 6-4 loss to Chicago on Wednesday night at Guaranteed Rate Field.With the score 4-4, the Twins loaded the bases in the seventh inning with no outs, putting themselves in a prime position to break the game open. Two plays at the plate — both Ryan Jeffers and Max Kepler were thrown out on ground balls in the infield — and a Trevor Larnach strikeout later, the momentum had heavily shifted.The White Sox responded in their half of the seventh inning, using an Eloy Jiménez single, which brought home Andrew Benintendi,...

Special Use permit approved for Guilderland Costco project

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Town of Guilderland Zoning Board approved a special use permit for the construction of a Costco. The board approved it unanimously 4-0 as two board members recused themselves from voting. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The decision needed four votes to pass. As part of the decision, there will also be a CDTA bus stop and traffic circle in the area of Western Avenue in an effort to ensure there is reduced traffic issues.

Students take part in Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Hundreds of local students got the chance to see what it would be like to work on the floor of the stock market on Wall Street. The Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge took place Wednesday morning at Hudson Valley Community College.Students worked in teams from eight different high schools. They had $1 million to invest to start. It was all about trading stocks while getting real-time information. Organizers said the goal is to show students what it would be like to work in finance. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "This is getting out kids out and getting them excited about what's happening in our economy," Broadview Federal Credit Union CEO Michael Castellana said. "Getting them to understand how the markets work, getting them interested. This event can change kids' lives."NEWS10's Stephanie Rivas and Trishna Begam had the chance to participate by updating the students on the news of the day an...

New swimming pool coming to Schenectady's Central Park

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Construction is underway on a new swimming pool in Central Park in Schenectady. A groundbreaking ceremony took place Wednesday afternoon.The new facility will offer lap swimming, a splash pad, and new bath houses. The pool is expected to be open next summer and is free for everyone to enjoy. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "It's healthy, outdoor activities that add value to the city as a whole, and our neighborhoods that are adjacent to the parks that have done these upgrades," Mayor Gary McCarthy said.The city is using federal COVID relief funds to pay for the project.

Police: Woman shot by boyfriend in Ballwin home

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

BALLWIN, Mo. - Police are investigating a domestic shooting Wednesday night in Ballwin.According to a spokesperson for the Ballwin Police Department, they received a call about shots fired a little after 8 p.m. in the 300 block of Quail Village Drive.A man and a woman, who the police claim are in a relationship, got into an altercation, and the man shot the woman in the lower spine. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital and is in stable condition.Police said the suspect fled the scene in his car, which is described as a black BMW sedan.The police did not say if the man and woman lived together. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ballwin Police Department at 636-227-9636.Additional information is limited at this time. FOX 2 will give an update as more information becomes available.

Keeler: Kevin Durant is fried. Karl-Anthony Towns is fishing. Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon has become dragon-slayer of NBA Playoffs and Denver’s secret MVP.

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

Aaron Gordon has slayed more heavyweights than Joe Louis, more wizards than Voldemort, more dragons than Euron Greyjoy.Before Gordon waltzed into his nightmares with arm extended, hand in his face, the last time Kevin Durant missed at least nine three-point attempts in the NBA Playoffs was (checks notes) five stinking Aprils ago. The number of times KD had misfired 10 times from 3-point land in a postseason game before Gordon and the Nuggets put down the clamps in Game 2? Zero.“There were a few possessions when I’m watching that film (Tuesday) and I freeze it and you have Bruce (Brown) and Aaron Gordon — I mean, I’m gonna frame it and put it in my house,” Nuggets coach Michael Malone gushed Wednesday at Ball Arena before the team flew to Phoenix for Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series with the Suns.“It’s like a work of art (on) a double contest. That’s championship defense right there.”We’ve seen the Nuggets without Jamal Murray. We̵...

Koreatown attempted bank robbery suspect identified; taken into federal custody

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

A 24-year-old man who attempted to rob a bank in Koreatown last month and then barricaded himself in his vehicle, prompting police to release tear gas into his car, has been taken into federal custody and charged with attempted bank robbery, federal authorities announced Wednesday.  The attempted robbery and standoff occurred on April 13, in the 2700 block of West Olympic Boulevard. The suspect, now identified as Los Angeles resident Oscar Rene Canales, is accused of walking into the Bank of Hope at around 1:30 p.m. and demanding money from two of the bank’s tellers. “According to witnesses, Canales threatened to have a gun and reached into his waistband as if to grab a gun,” a news release from the Federal Bureau of Investigation stated.  When L.A. police arrived at the scene, the 24-year-old was allegedly holding a knife in one hand and an unknown object in his other, while threatening to have a bomb, officials said. A SWAT team with the Los Angeles P...

85-year-old grandmother fatally struck by cement truck in Riverside 

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:38:56 GMT

A Riverside County family is grieving after their beloved grandmother was killed in a fatal collision in Beaumont on Monday. Pla Khang, 85, was struck by a cement truck at 8:43 a.m. in the intersection of 6th street and Highland Springs Avenue.“Every morning I miss her too much,” said Pang Yang, Khang’s daughter. “I don’t know what to do right now. So she’s not going to come back anymore.”Khang’s family says she was an active 85-year-old who took daily walks and rode the bus to run errands.  “She walked everyday, cross the street, ride a bus,” Yang said, “everyone knew who she was.”Her family is seeking help in laying their grandmother to rest. She is being remembered as loving, selfless and full of joy. In a GoFundMe page, the family wrote, “No matter where she went, her beautiful smile and contagious laugh never failed to (light) up a room. She loved the outdoors, loved gardening, her chickens, and especially cooking! We will never forget how warm she made all of us feel...