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Daily rain chances follow tomorrow's cold front

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Today will be a day for warm weather lovers. And tomorrow? Cold weather enthusiasts will thrive.Temperatures will return to the 80s one more time this week before tumbling behind tomorrow's cold front. This morning's low cloud cover will partially clear to allow for some sun this afternoon. But don't get too used to that either - sunshine, too, will disappear behind our incoming cold front.Thursday's cold frontA storm passing to our north will send a potent cold front our way tomorrow. Timing of arrival: early morning for those in the Hill Country, mid- to late morning in the Austin-metro and early to mid-afternoon in our eastern counties.ImpactsBecause the front is likely to blow through early, daily highs are likely to be recorded early, with falling temperatures expected through the day. Expect a raw afternoon in the 50s/60s across Central Texas on Thursday. Gusty winds out of the north will make it feel even cooler.Significant drop in temperatures behind Thursda...

Lawrence Taylor to sign autographs at Crossgates

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- NFL and New York Giants legend Lawrence Taylor will be making an appearance in the Capital Region, signing autographs at Heroes Hide Out at Crossgates Mall. The autograph signing will take place Friday at 6:30 p.m. Those interested in attending can find tickets online. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Taylor spent his entire hall-of-fame career with the New York Giants, winning two Super Bowls and being elected to 10 Pro Bowls. The defensive great was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1999. He finished his career with 1,088 tackles, 132.5 sacks, and 33 forced fumbles.

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash, police investigating

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A woman is dead after a driver hit and killed her overnight on Interstate 55 in south St. Louis County.The entire incident unfolded in the general area of the highway. All is back to normal now, but it was a much different scene overnight. Results: November 7 Missouri Special Election This all happened around midnight. Authorities told FOX 2 that an adult female was hit on I-55 and that she was killed in the incident. We don't know the name or age of the victim, nor do we know the circumstances surrounding what took place. We do know that I-55 South in the area was shut down for a while as authorities investigated what happened.We are reaching out to the authorities to try and find out more details on what exactly happened here. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Homeless help bills stall in St. Louis City

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Plans to transform the city's approach to caring for the unhoused have hit a roadblock.Proposed legislation addressing the city's homeless issue came about after all the drama surrounding the homeless encampment on the City Hall lawn not too long ago, but now those bills have hit a new roadblock. The Housing, Urban Development, and Zoning Committee met on Tuesday.According to FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier has canceled a crucial hearing on her proposed bills, announcing they will be pulled from consideration. However, she's determined to collaborate with other officials to draft new bills that can garner support. The efforts to overhaul the city's approach to caring for the unhoused happened after a homeless encampment developed on the front lawn of St. Louis City Hall in September, and was removed. Then it reformed in front of the St. Louis Municipal Court building. Iced tea DNA unmasks alleged ‘thirsty burglar’ in O’Fallon ...

UAW autoworkers discussing new contract today

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

WENTZVILLE, MO. - United Auto Workers at the General Motors plant in Wentzville will learn about the terms of their new contract on Wednesday.'Local 2250' is holding three informational meetings to discuss the national agreement between UAW and GM. A memo sent to members says international representatives will be there to explain the terms and answer any questions. Results: November 7 Missouri Special Election The memo says dates and times for voting on the national agreement will be announced at a later date.

'Mission Taco Joint' ends trademark lawsuit with a settlement

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A trademark lawsuit against St. Louis chain 'Mission Taco Joint' ends in a settlement.According to FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, 'Mission Foods,' a Texas-based tortilla and chip manufacturer, was suing 'Mission Taco Joint' for trademark infringement. 'Gruma,' the parent company of Mission Foods, says the word "mission" distinctively signifies their products, and Mission Taco Joint's use of the word is deceptive. Iced tea DNA unmasks alleged ‘thirsty burglar’ in O’Fallon Gruma asked the court to bar 'Mission Taco Joint' from using the word "mission" and opening new restaurants, including one slated for Town and Country. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed, and the lawsuit is expected to be dismissed within 60 days.

Homicides in St. Louis City down about 20% this year; biggest drop in nearly 90 years

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis City is on track for its biggest drop in homicides compared to the previous year in about 90 years.According to FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, homicides in the city remain down about 20% from last year. As of Monday, the city had responded to 139 homicides this year, according to the department's weekly report. Results: November 7 Missouri Special Election This time last year, that number was 173. Aggravated assaults, robberies, and burglaries are also down.Chief Robert Tracy says he is confident that the department's layered crime strategies will continue to bring promising results.

Veterans' 'Tiny Homes' ribbon cutting today

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS – This Veterans Day, some military veterans with housing issues may get a new place to live.Mayor Tishaura Jones and others will cut the ribbon on the 'Veterans Community Project Outreach Center' at 10:00 a.m. Volunteers have been building a village of 20 "tiny homes" on North Grand in the Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood for more than a year. Iced tea DNA unmasks alleged ‘thirsty burglar’ in O’Fallon This is a four-acre property. Veterans will also get help with emergency money, food, hygiene items, and other support services.

Kids won't be kicked off Medicaid if parents no longer qualify

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Missouri officials say children will no longer be kicked off medicaid if their parents no longer qualify.The modification is in response to a directive that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued in September, according to FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. In June, states began assessing whether Medicaid recipients were making too much money to qualify. Results: November 7 Missouri Special Election Through the first three months, nearly 40,000 children lost coverage. Enrollees have 90 days after termination to submit paperwork to be reconsidered. If they miss the deadline, they'll have to reapply.

Missouri Supreme Court hearing appeal involving Medicaid reimbursements

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:36:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Missouri Supreme Court hears an appeal Wednesday about Medicaid.In December, a Missouri court ruled the Department of Social Services violated the state's constitution. It refused to reimburse Planned Parenthood for providing care to Medicare patients. Iced tea DNA unmasks alleged ‘thirsty burglar’ in O’Fallon The state is appealing that ruling Wednesday before the state's high court.