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Pair of carjackings happen within 2 hours of each other on same street in Lake View

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

CHICAGO — Two carjackings took place within two hours of one another on the same street in Lake View early Monday morning, according to the Chicago Police Department.The first carjacking took place around 2:20 a.m. in the 3200 block of North Ashland Avenue. Police said an 18-year-old male victim relayed that two unidentified male offenders got out of a black Jeep and approached him as he was entering his vehicle. One of the offenders pointed a gun at the victim and demanded his keys, to which the victim complied and and the offenders fled the scene in a black Honda Civic with the black Jeep following behind it. Sex offender charged with murder after 10-year-old Rockford girl found dead The second carjacking took place around 3:43 a.m. in the 4000 block of North Ashland Avenue.Police said in this incident a male and female victim said three unidentified male offenders exited a black sedan and approached them as they were parking their vehicle. One of the offenders then pointed a gu...

Rent prices declined in these 2 major US cities since last year

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Soaring prices have dominated headlines over the past couple of years, but two large US cities have actually seen the average rent price fall from this time last year.According to Zillow's June Rental Market Report, average asking rents rose 4.1% from this time last year, but in Las Vegas and Austin, the typical rent dropped 1.8% to $1,804 and 0.8% to $1,941, respectively. It was a popular national monument, until it was robbed to extinction The greatest year-over-year increases were predominantly in the Northeast and Midwest, with the greatest jump on the West Coast happening in San Diego, where typical rents are now around $3,175 after a 5.3% increase.Here are the top 10 increases in rent from this time last year, according to Zillow:CityTypical RentYear-over-year IncreaseBoston, MA$3,0457.0%Hartford, CT$1,8276.9%Providence, RI$2,0216.9%Cincinnati, OH$1,5186.8%Chicago, IL$2,0506.3%Kansas City, MO$1,4346.2%Louisville, KY$1,3686.1%St. Louis, MO$1,3716.0%Buffalo, NY$1,3...

Woman killed in crash involving APD officer identified

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The identity of a woman killed in a crash involving an Austin police officer was released Monday.APD said Maria Irene Casillas Reyes, 43, died at the scene of the crash June 30 in the 1300 block of N. U.S. Highway 183 northbound after a collision with an on-duty APD officer in a marked APD patrol car. The officer, identified as Alyssa Preuss, was injured in the crash and was taken to the hospital for treatment. She has since been released, APD said.APD released the identity of a person killed in a crash June 30 involving an APD officer. (KXAN photo/Andy Way)APD released the identity of a person killed in a crash June 30 involving an APD officer. (KXAN photo/Andy Way)APD released the identity of a person killed in a crash June 30 involving an APD officer. (KXAN photo/Andy Way)APD said its vehicular homicide unit is investigating the crash and its internal affairs is also doing an internal investigation to "determine whether any policy violations occurred."It's the ...

'Is it sustainable?' $12 billion to reduce school property tax rate

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) --- After months of trying to reach a deal, leaders of the Texas Senate and House announced proposed legislation for property tax relief on Monday.The proposed legislation includes: Over $12 billion spent on reducing the school property tax rate for all homeowners and business properties.Every homeowner who homesteads their home (about 5.7 million homeowners) will get a $100,000 homestead exemption.Non-homesteaded properties, valued at $5 million and under, including residential and commercial properties, will receive a 20% circuit breaker on appraised values as a three-year pilot project.The legislation will also include savings on the franchise tax for small businesses and create newly elected positions on local appraisal boards. COVERAGE: $18 billion deal reached: Texans to get biggest property tax cut in state’s history School property tax reliefPart of that deal was to use billions of dollars to lower the school property tax rate. But what impact might that...

Mayor Kirk Watson discusses DPS partnership, accountability

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said he "inherited a badly depleted police force" when he took office in January. He called the DPS partnership in Austin a "practical, innovative way to help."The initiative originally launched at the end of March as a way to address APD's staffing shortage. It took a pause between mid-May and early July so troopers could focus on border efforts. IN DEPTH: How does DPS traffic stop data differ from APD’s? The Public Safety Commission voted Monday to recommend that council move to end the partnership unless certain conditions are met. The resolution calls for specific guidelines related to accountability, timelines and data sharing. Note, the commission only has the power to make recommendations to city council. Council members could decide not to take action. KXAN public safety reporter Brianna Hollis sat down with Mayor Watson one-on-one Monday to discuss the program. Behind the scenes of how the APD, DPS partnership started "We were se...

‘Keep going for the kids’: Family of mother of five who was murdered by ex-husband opens up a year later

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

Almost a year has passed since 31-year-old Carissa Odegaard was murdered while picking up her children at her ex-husband’s house in Warren to bring them to church.It’s been a year of adjustments for the children, who range in age from 4 to 10. They now live with Odegaard’s parents in Jamestown.“It won’t be the thing that defines their life. It will be a piece of it, and it will be a big piece of it, but it won’t define their childhood or their life,” said Odegaard’s sister, Anna Woinarowicz.Life still isn’t full of smiles. There are weekly therapy sessions, nightmares, and hard conversations.Odegaard’s last words were “Call the police,” as her oldest son ran into the street to stop a car for help.At 4 years old, Oscar Odegaard still talks about the day his mother held him in her arms while his father, Anders Odegaard, bashed Carissa Odegaard’s head into the floor and strangled her.He often says: “Mom...

Schenectady man arrested on weapons, drugs charges

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Schenectady man was arrested after being accused of threatening another person with a gun. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Around 8:20 a.m. Monday in the area of Albany and Craig Streets, police said John Davis, 62, reportedly brandished a gun during an argument and threatened someone. After his arrest, a search of an apartment on Craig Street produced two handguns along with fentanyl and cocaine.Davis is facing multiple charges, including two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree (Intent to Sell), one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree, and one count of Menacing in the Second Degree.

Rensselaer County continues repair efforts after historic storm

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

RENSSELAER COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Monday’s flash floods reached historic levels around the state. In Rensselaer County, commuters planning on taking any of the Adirondack or Empire Service lines will only find canceled trains for the rest of the night. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Monday, an Amtrak representative said in a statement:“On Tuesday, 7/11, all service between New York’s New York Penn Station and Albany will be canceled with no alternate transportation. Any resumption of service will be determined by Metro-North Railroad, the owner of the tracks.”Following the storm Sunday night, Rensselaer County Highway Department was cleaning and repairing parts of County Route 121 in Schaghticoke. But other roads will take more time to repair, like a part of Pine Woods Road where a section of the road is now missing.The Bureau of Public Safety Director met with representatives from the state to review the damage and di...

Several problems plaguing reopened Rockford Beach Park, officials looking for solutions

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. - Rockford Beach Park reopened and is once again overcrowded. It has Jefferson County officials concerned over major safety concerns, and they are currently looking for solutions to address the problem.Despite the big sign right out front of the waterway stating, 'Swimming and wading are NOT recommended,' many people still sat in the chaotic currents of the water just a few feet beyond the sign.According to local fire and EMS, it's not the only major concern. Several individuals were seen jumping off the side of a huge cliff without life jackets. This is worrisome due to the potential consequences that may follow."It’s difficult to watch because we respond to a lot of the jumping accidents, people hitting the bottom," said Chief Scott Fisher for the Big River Ambulance District.High Ridge Fire District Chief John Barton said the natural waterway and its water levels can be unpredictable. This means that each visit and each jump is unpredictable, and you cannot ...

Apartment of horrors: Tenant dealing with unsafe conditions, insect infestations

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:38:52 GMT

EAST. ST. LOUIS, Ill. - An East St. Louis resident complained about horrific conditions in her apartment, including an infestation of insects that had taken over.Serria Hall said she's had the insects since she started living in the apartment. She said she couldn’t get the East St. Louis Housing Authority to do anything about it. Hall said she has been dealing with the issue for over a year now. She mentioned that the bugs have even gotten into her children's ears a few times.“I had to take them to the emergency room to get it out; they crawl on the food, they come out when I cook," she said. It’s downright embarrassing. It definitely hurts. I can’t have my family over; I can’t invite friends over because I’m ashamed of it, and the only thing I ask for, is help to get somewhere better. I would be safe long as my kids are safe. I'm safe.” Parson signs laws for new moms’ health care, ban on texting while driving When FOX 2 reached out to the Housing Authority's Executive Director, A...