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'Suspected bear encounter' happened after woman's death, California officials say

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

(KTXL) — Officials in Northern California have reason to suspect that a woman who died inside her Downieville home was visited by a bear sometime after she passed.On Nov. 8, deputies with the Sierra County Sheriff's Office were asked to perform a welfare check on Patrice Miller, 71, as she had not been seen or heard from in days. Responding deputies forced their way inside to find Miller deceased, along with evidence that suggested a "subsequent encounter with a bear," the SCSO wrote in a Facebook post. Bear enters hotel through 'series of doors,' attacks security guard Investigators believe that Miller died before the "suspected bear encounter" inside her home. The sheriff's office thinks the animal could have been drawn to the home by scent, among other possible factors. "The Sierra County Sheriff’s Office extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Patrice Miller during this difficult time. The loss of a community member is always a tragedy, and our thoughts a...

500,000 people rejected from Facebook privacy settlement: How to tell if you will get paid

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Half a million hopefuls waiting for a check from the massive $725 million Facebook privacy settlement received a rejection letter over the past couple of weeks. The huge payout, which Facebook parent company Meta agreed to in order to settle claims it violated users' privacy by sharing their data with third parties, was given final approval by a judge in San Francisco last month. Meanwhile, the company administering the settlement fund, Angeion, is working to verify the 28 million claims it received. How big will Facebook settlement checks be? Lawyers reveal estimated payment per person “As far as we can tell that’s the largest number of claims ever filed in a class action in the United States,” Lesley Weaver, co-lead counsel for the plaintiffs in the case, said in court.Angeion is still working through the pile of applications, but a representative for the company told Nexstar about 17 million have been validated so far. As the company checks each applicati...

Largest-ever Texas Lottery prize, worth more than $157 million, claimed in South Dakota

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The largest-ever Texas Lottery prize has been paid out to a lucky person in South Dakota.The Mega Millions ticket, worth $360 million, was claimed by the Blue Yucca Trust of Rapid City, South Dakota. A lottery trust helps keep the winner of lottery prizes worth $1 million or more anonymous.The winner chose the cash value option, meaning they took home $157,367,045, before taxes. Almost 2,000 Texans have won more than $1 million in state lottery history The ticket had been purchased at a Stripes convenience store in San Angelo for the Oct. 6 drawing. The retailer also received a $1 million bonus for selling the jackpot-winning ticket.The winnings are the largest-ever Lottery prize in Texas, surpassing a $157 million prize claimed by an anonymous Leander resident in October 2019.Three other players have won more than $100 million since the Texas Lottery was introduced in 1992, according to the Texas Lottery Commission. People from 45 states and six other co...

Austin leaders react to mistrial declaration in Christopher Taylor trial

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Wednesday, the murder trial for Austin Police Department officer Christopher Taylor ended in a mistrial after a jury could not unanimously decide whether or not Taylor is guilty of murder in the 2020 shooting death of Michael Ramos. DETAILS: Austin police officer’s murder trial ends in hung jury, mistrial The trial lasted more than two weeks, and the jury deliberated for four full days. This is the second time a mistrial has been declared in this case. Prosecutors will determine whether Taylor will be retried.Local groups and leaders, including Austin Mayor Kirk Watson, have responded to the trial's end result. Read their statements below: Mayor Kirk Watson“This mistrial will leave just about everyone frustrated, but we can’t let this outcome divide our city,” Mayor Kirk Watson said. "The last few days have intensified the community conversation around public safety and policing, and I understand and support everyone’s right to make their feelings known and t...

Ragweed pollen could run into the start of cedar season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Ragweed allergy sufferers are still dealing with this pollen as we are halfway through November. It really is not all that surprising given the dreaded weed still pollinates during this month.We're not done with the ragweed yetTypically, this pollen makes its presence known starting in September, although there have been years where the weed started pollinating in August. Ragweed usually peaks in late September to early October. But while the counts have been relatively low this month, the fact remains that it's still in the area. Our hot summer, where temperatures were above normal much of the season, continued in fall with most temperatures warmer than normal. So, the ragweed is lasting longer as we continue to see low to moderate levels daily. It should be noted ragweed thrives on warm weather, high humidity and post-sunrise breezes. It knows no specific part of a region, although much of it grows in rural areas. That doesn't mean it doesn't grow in urban areas be...

48th annual 'A Christmas Affair' kicks off in Austin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) —If you're looking to get your holiday shopping started look no further than the Palmer Events Center near downtown Austin.The 48th annual "A Christmas Affair" opens to the public Thursday Nov. 16 and runs through Sunday Nov. 19.The cosmic holiday themed event, which is hosted by the Junior League of Austin, features more than 200 vendors from around the nation.A full list of the vendors can be found here.Ticket sales from the will benefit programs, including Kids In Cool Shoes, Coats for Kids, and FIT – Food In Tummies, as well as 20 other nonprofit partners.Event organizers are porjecting about $1 million going back to the community."This is the best time to do your holiday shopping, now before the crowds rush in, and you are benefiting the community," said Sheridan Butler Binford, A Christmas Affair Chair "So it is a win win for everybody. You don't have to go online and it really is a fun experience, you get the holiday cheer before Thanksgiving. "Tickets for the e...

The Loop Fantasy Football Report Week 11: Is Bills’ Allen the biggest disappointment?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

It’s often been said that fantasy football bears only the faintest resemblance to actual football, and that success in one does not necessarily mean certain success in the other.Case in point: Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen.As far as REAL football goes, the Bills’ QB has been a tremendous disappointment this season. Ball security? Allen’s three turnovers proved fatal Monday night in the Bills’ shocking loss to Denver, and the former first-round draft pick leads the league with 11 interceptions.But fantasy-wise, Allen is still a god. He’s the top scoring NFL quarterback with 19 touchdown passes, seven rushing TDs and 2,600 passing yards. So Allen’s struggles this season have been much more painful for Bills Mafia than the Fantasy Mafia that drafted him in the first two rounds of most drafts.The statistics haven’t been as forgiving for the following players, who make up our list of the first half’s biggest fantasy non-factors:Deshaun Watson (Browns QB) – There’s no way to massage this...

Three weekends of holiday gifts in Lake Luzerne

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

LAKE LUZERNE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Lake Luzerne community's local historical organization is holding three weekends of special events for gift-givers. Holiday on the Hudson comes to the Kinnear Museum of Local History this November and December. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Holiday on the Hudson is made up of three Saturdays, all from noon to 3 p.m. The Kinnear Museum sells handcrafted jewelry, maps, and more gift items, as well as books by local authors. Each event is organized by the Hadley-Lake Luzerne Historical Society. The events include:Small Business SaturdayNov. 2510% off on all purchasesHoliday on the HudsonDec. 210% off on all purchasesA free raffle ticket to win a map of Luzerne and Hadley with each purchaseHadley-Luzerne Historical Society Discount DayDec. 910% off on all purchasesAnother 10% for historical society members with proof of membershipFree collector's glass etched ornament with proof of membership; al...

Trans-Siberian Orchestra members discuss winter tour, Albany visit

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is ready to rock for another holiday season! The popular group is bringing their holiday rock tour to the MVP Arena on November 29. Trans-Siberian Orchestra returning to MVP Arena This year's TSO tour promises a new and larger presentation of the beloved holiday tradition, "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve." Since its touring debut, the band has played more than 2,000 winter tour shows to more than 18 million fans.Vocalist Kayla Reeves said she still has to pinch herself that she gets to be a small part of the beloved holiday tradition.  Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “This is going to be a very special tour, I can’t wait for you guys to see it,” said Reeves.

Odd 3.6 magnitude earthquake shakes north-central Illinois

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:20:24 GMT

STANDARD, Ill. -- A 3.6-magnitude earthquake shook north-central Illinois early Wednesday morning. The quake, which the USGS recorded at 4:41 a.m., was at a depth of 2.8 miles just south of the Illinois River. The USGS lists that area as a stable continental region, and earthquakes are unusual here. It may have been the result of faulting bedrock.The earthquake was fairly large, at 3.6 on the Richter scale. Because of its location, it would have been felt for around 60 miles from the epicenter.There have been other earthquakes in this region, as well as larger ones in Illinois. There was an earthquake near the same location in 1972 that measured between four and five on the Richter scale, according to the New York Times. A 5.0 quake shook southeastern Illinois in 1987, causing minor damage. St. Louis native’s story to hit big screen, local filming continues The largest Illinois earthquake happened on November 9, 1968 and measured 5.4 on the Richter scale. And caused significant da...