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WWE Hall of Famer Billy Graham dies at 79

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

(WKBN) -- A former WWE world champion and pro wrestling legend has died. WWE Hall of Famer Superstar Billy Graham has died at the age of 79. The WWE announced the news on their website. Graham’s real name was Eldridge Wayne Coleman. According to CBS News, his wife, Valerie, revealed that she refused to take him off of life support. He was battling kidney, heart and lung problems before his death. The Weeknd goes by Abel Tesfaye after announcing he wants to ‘kill The Weeknd’ Graham had a flamboyant interview style and colorful ring attire. His career in the 1970s helped influence future superstars like Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair. On April 30, 1977, Graham defeated Pittsburgh fan favorite Bruno Sammartino to win the WWE Championship (the title was previously called the WWWF Heavyweight Championship or World Wide Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Championship). Graham later became a commentator and on-screen manager on WWE television. Graham was inducted into the ...

American Lung Association provides free lung screenings

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

Jayne Killea, division manager of American Lung Association, joins WGN Weekend Morning News to talk about free lung screenings provided by the American Lung Association.Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. Sign up and subscribe to our WGN Morning News newsletter.

Austin City Council: 'Safe Place' program, south Austin development up for discussion

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- There are more than 80 items on this week's Austin City Council agenda. Here's some of what we're watching. 'Safe Place' program expansionCouncil Member José Velásquez introduced a resolution that would enroll all city recreation centers and public libraries in the Austin Police Department's 'Safe Place' program and require training of staff at those locations. The 'Safe Place' program was first created in Seattle as an attempt to combat the lack of reporting of anti-LGBTQ+ crimes. It has since expanded to the reporting of all bias crimes. "Businesses that participate place an easily recognizable decal at their entrances. This symbol is a signal for victims of hate crimes and bias incidents that this location has partnered with the police, will call 911 on their behalf and allow them a safe place stay to on the premises until the police arrive," the Austin Police Department's website says. According to council documents, Velásquez hopes expanding the progr...

Climate change not part of LCRA water plan. KXAN investigation may change that

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

Investigative Summary: Central Texas residents trust that when they turn on their faucets, they will have water, even as our population booms and climate change alters weather patterns. KXAN found the Lower Colorado River Authority, which manages the water supply for more than one million residents, is only planning based on the worst drought in our history — not on more severe droughts that the State Climatologist expects in the future. But during our months-long investigation, the LCRA changed course.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Karen Bruett has called Lake Travis home since 1999.“This lake is more than a play thing," Bruett said, of the body of water just northwest of Austin. "This lake is actually our drinking water. We have that visceral experience of turning on our tap and knowing that this is what’s supplying it.” Lake Travis, as seen from Karen Bruett's neighborhood in Spicewood Apr. 11 (KXAN Photo/David Yeomans) In that time, she has seen the populat...

Airport looks to double current contract with design firm for airport expansion

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

Editor's note: A previous version of this story said city council was set to authorize "the remaining $27 million of its $52 million contract with architectural design firm, HNTB Corporation." The story has been updated to reflect that the $27 million will actually be an increase of the current contract. AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Austin airport is moving on to phase two of its design process in the airport expansion program, and is more than doubling its contract with the design firm. Airport staff will ask city council to increase its current contract with architectural design firm, HNTB Corporation, by an additional $27 million for a total of $52 million. Council authorized the original $25 million contract back in December of 2021. HNTB is consulting the airport on how it can expand, as the city continues to grow and the need for a bigger airport becomes more apparent. The contract with HNTB will run through 2030, according to an airport spokesperson. The airport staff says the i...

Country star Jake Owen to perform at the Vermont State Fair

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

RUTLAND, Vt. (NEWS10) -- Country star Jake Owen is set to perform at the Vermont State Fair in Rutland. The concert is scheduled for Saturday, August 19 at 7 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Owen is a singer, songwriter and actor. He is best known for the songs "Barefoot Blue Jean Night," "Down To The Honkytonk," and "Made For You."Although reserved box seats are sold out, general admission tickets are still available. You can buy tickets on the Paramount Theatre website.

Traffic stop leads to arrest for North Country duo

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two North Country residents were arrested following a traffic stop in Glens Falls, according to the New York State Police. Joseph Millington (33, Warrensburg) and David Rock (54, Fort Ann) both face charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Sunday, around 1:19 a.m., police stopped a car on State Route 9 in Glens Falls for a vehicle and traffic law violation. Police say Millington, who was identified as the passenger, provided them with false identifying information and was also found to have an active warrant for his arrest.While being taken into custody, Millington was found to possess multiple controlled substances, according to police. Rock was identified as another passenger in the car and was also allegedly in possession of multiple controlled substances. PD: Man flees after being pulled over, chase ensues Millington Charges:False personationSeventh-degree criminal possession of a con...

Disabled car on I-787 southbound closes left shoulder

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a disabled car on I-787 southbound, north of Exit 6; NY 32; Wards Lane in Colonie has left the left shoulder closed. Drivers in the area should expect delays.Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!Stick with News10 as more information regarding the disabled car and traffic conditions become available.

Twilight Thursdays starting tonight in Forest Park

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS - There's another 'Twilight Thursday' concert Thursday night.The shows are at the Missouri History Museum. The free concerts are every Thursday night this month from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Goat senior prank ends Missouri athlete's competition Thursday night's show is called 'Funkology 101' including the songs of George Clinton, Bootsy Collins, the Ohio Players, and more.Organizers said the best way to get there is to take MetroLink.

Ted’s Montana Grill closes Larimer Square location after 20 years

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:20:50 GMT

After 20 years in Larimer Square, Ted’s Montana Grill has closed its saloon doors.Kristie Mansur, the director of operations at Ted’s Montana Grill in Larimer Square, said the Ohio-based chain was not able to reach an extended lease agreement with its landlord, North Carolina-based Asana Partners, which purchased the Denver landmark property for $92.49 million in 2020.“We were looking for a long-term lease at a rent that we felt was fair, and they were not able to offer that to us,” Mansur said. “That was a flagship location for us, so it was with very heavy hearts that we had to make this decision.”Ted’s Montana Grill, which opened at 1401 Larimer St. in 2003, had its last day of service on May 15.“The building was very authentic to our brand. It actually was a turn-of-the-century saloon, and our restaurants are fashioned out of Montana, turn-of-the-century saloons,” Mansur said. We would have loved to continue to operate on Larimer Square.”Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Dri...