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Experts dissect future of short-term rentals in Austin, including regulation needs

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- With approximately 11,000 short-term rentals (STRs) in Austin, the Texas capital has become a key destination for visitors looking to experience the city from a resident's perspective. Now, industry experts weigh in on how the $20 billion-a-year industry needs to evolve to continue customizing optimal experiences for users.South by Southwest Conference & Festivals hosted "Back to the Future of Travel: Short-Term Rentals." The panel included Chip Conley from Modern Elder Academy; Rena Pachecco-Theard from Boutiq, Inc.; and Roman Pedan with Kasa.Each leaned on expertise in the vacation home rental business, with Pachecco-Theard's focus on developing a luxury rental brand while Pedan considered his a "love child between Airbnb and Marriott." Conley -- who currently runs a midlife workshops and educational academy -- previously worked for Airbnb.Right now, the biggest threats facing short-term rentals are the economic pressures spurred on by COVID-19, compounded by ...

Gophers hockey: Matthew Knies, Brock Faber, coach Bob Motzko win Big Ten awards

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

Minnesota Gophers sophomore forward Matthew Knies was named Big Ten Player of the Year on Tuesday, one of the top honors in college hockey.In all, the Gophers grabbed three of the conference’s five major awards. Team captain Brock Faber repeated as the Big Ten defensive player of the year, while Bob Motzko was named the conference’s coach of the year for the second year in a row, and for the third time in his five years as Minnesota’s head coach.It is the second consecutive year that a Gopher has been named the Big Ten’s top player, with Ben Meyers winning the award in 2022.Notre Dame senior Ryan Bischel – who hails from Medina, Minn., and was a prep standout at Benilde-St. Margaret’s – was voted goaltender of the year. Michigan rookie Adam Fantilli, who is projected by many to be a top five pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, was named the conference’s freshman of the year.Fantilli joined the Gophers’ dynamic rookie duo, Logan Cooley and Jimmy Snuggerud, as the forwards on the all-freshman...

Police to crack down on impaired driving this weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Law enforcement across the state will participate in a High Visibility Engagement Campaign to crack down on impaired driving. The STOP-DWI initiative will run from March 16 through March 19. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Local police departments urge to remember one important piece of advice if you are out celebrating St. Patrick's Day: Buzzzed Driving is Drunk Driving. The STOP-DWI Foundation has also created a new mobile app - "Have A Plan" that is free to download. The app will help users find safe rides home no matter where you are celebrating.

Colonie Restaurant Week returns March 20

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Colonie Restaurant Week is back for 2023. The event runs from Monday, March 20 through Sunday, March 26. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Participating restaurants will be offering three-course meals for a fixed price. Beverages, taxes, and gratuities and not included in that price.Participating restaurants110 Grill, 664 Loudon Road in Latham, (518) 608-1049Arsenal City Tavern, 795 3rd Avenue in Watervliet, (518) 874-1767The Century House, 997 Loudon Road in Latham, (518) 785-0931 x401Innovo Kitchen, 1210 Troy Schenectady Road in Latham, (518) 608-1466Martel’s Grill & Bar, 418 Consaul Road in Schenectady, (518) 982-0220The Parc at Trilogy, 254 Wolf Road in Latham, (518) 869-9976Philly Bar & Lounge, 622 Watervliet Shaker Road in Latham, (518) 785-9559Scarlet Knife, 195 Troy Schenectady Road in Latham, (518) 808-4100 New Pakistani-Indian restaurant opens in Schenectady Reservations are s...

Grab a 99¢ cone at Stewart's on St. Patrick's Day!

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a single scoop cone for just 99¢ at any Stewart's Shops! The offer is only available on Friday, March 17! Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Looking for some other festive food items? Check out the Shenanigan Shake, a popular mint dairy shake, or stop by for a hot Irish Cream Coffee. Maybe you are looking to elevate your coffee to the next level. Grab the Irish Crème International Delight flavored coffee creamer, which can be used in hot, iced coffee, and cold brew. All items are available in all Stewart's Shops for a limited time.

Santabarbara introduces bill to raise NY speed limit

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara introduces a bill to increase the maximum speed limit for certain roadways to 70 mph. The bill allows the commissioner of the department of transportation to increase the speed limit on state roadways that meet department criteria for the new maximum speed. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! New York has had the speed limit of 65 mph since 1995. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 43 states already have speed limits on some roads over 65 mph. Santabarbara comments, “My bill will bring New York in line with the vast majority of other states that already have speed limits of 70 miles per hour or higher,” “The fact is technology has changed and more people are comfortable driving at a higher speed on the highway. We have better roads and modern engineering that has made today’s cars safer and easier to drive. This small change to our state’s speed ...

Woman arrested after Chestertown break-in

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

CHESTERTOWN, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Earlier this month, a 19-year-old woman with a behavioral issue was arrested in Chestertown. Officers from the Warren County Sheriff's Office responded after a woman caused property damage and fled the scene in someone else's vehicle. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Wednesday, March 1, Bela Simonson, of Olmsteadville, was arrested after smashing through a window at Buckman's Family Fuel Co. at 6259 Route 9 in Chestertown. Police say Simonson had entered the building and caused extensive damage before getting into a Ford Transit service van, crashing it through a garage door and fleeing the premises, all before police arrived after 7 p.m.Simonson was found on Knapp Hill Road in Chestertown around 10 p.m. that night. She had crashed the vehicle into a ditch, and was taken into custody without any further incident. 1,600+ outages as Glens Falls weathers the storm Charges against Simonson i...

Accused Hermann, Missouri cop killer charged

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

HERMANN, Mo. – The Gasconade County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office charged a 35-year-old man with a double shooting that left one Hermann, Missouri, police officer dead and another injured.Kenneth Lee Simpson, of Steelville, was charged Tuesday with first-degree murder, first-degree assault - special victim, unlawful possession of a firearm, and two counts of armed criminal action.The shooting happened just after 9:05 p.m. Sunday, March 12, at the Casey’s General Store on Market Street in Hermann. Top story: Deadline for Kim Gardner to respond to ousting effort today Detective Sgt. Mason Griffith and Officer Adam Sullentrup were there to take Simpson into custody for multiple warrants in Franklin and Warren counties. State police claim an altercation occurred and Simpson shot both Griffith and Sullentrup before fleeing.Griffith was rushed to Hermann Hospital, where he later died from his injuries. He was 34. Sullentrup, 31, was brought to a St. Louis hospital for treatment. Ba...

EPA to limit toxic 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday proposed the first federal limits on harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer.The plan would limit toxic PFAS chemicals to the lowest level that tests can detect. PFAS, or per- and polyfluorinated substances, are a group of compounds that are widespread, dangerous and expensive to remove from water. They don’t degrade in the environment and are linked to a broad range of health issues, including low birthweight and kidney cancer.“The science is clear that long-term exposure to PFAS is linked to significant health risks,” Radhika Fox, assistant EPA administrator for water, said in an interview.Fox called the federal proposal a “transformational change” for improving the safety of drinking water in the United States. The agency estimates the rule could reduce PFAS exposure for nearly 100 million Am...

Cardinals hold $3.14 flash sale today

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:53:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Cardinals are offering a special flash sale on March 14, or 314 Day.From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, fans can purchase tickets to any Monday through Thursday home game in April for just $3.14. A limited number of 314 Day tickets swill be available for each of those games. Fans can buy just eight tickets per game, per person. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Available games include a series with the Atlanta Braves (April 3-5) and the Arizona Diamondbacks (April 17-19).For more information on the sale, visit cardinals.com/314.