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How Texas universities are making changes to comply with new anti-DEI law

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — When students at the University of Texas at Austin return to classes on Jan. 16, they may notice a name change at one of the campus offices. The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement is dropping the word "diversity" to now become the Division of Campus and Community Engagement. This is one of the ways university leaders are working to comply with Senate Bill 17, which was one of 30 new state laws that took effect on Jan. 1. New Texas DEI law closes campus LGBTQ+ centers. Here’s the student impact The law requires public universities in Texas to no longer have offices dedicated to DEI, which stands for diversity, equity and inclusion, or employees focused specifically on that purpose. Higher education workers and job applicants also can no longer sign any statements dedicated to upholding DEI or attend trainings that reference "race, color, ethnicity, gender identity or sexual orientation," according to the law. Supporters argued last year during the regul...

Governor announces plan to combat childbirth mortality crisis

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

ALBANY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) -- Governor Kathy Hochul announced another proposal for her 2024 State of the State Address on Thursday, January 4, to be held on Tuesday, January 9. The governor announced a six-point plan to combat maternal and infant mortality in New York State. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Recent CDC statistics revealed that the state has seen an increase in infant mortality for the first time in over two decades. “Make no mistake: we are facing a maternal and infant mortality crisis,” Governor Hochul said in a statement. “As New York’s first mom governor, this is personal to me. We are committed to tackling this crisis head-on with policies that lift up parents and children throughout the State of New York.” One of the proposals in the Governor's six-point plan is to make New York the first state in the nation to establish statewide coverage for prenatal care. To do this, the governor propose...

Maria's in Troy to close, Organa owner taking over space

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The chapter of Maria’s Bowls and Smoothies in Troy's River Street Market is coming to an end, as owner Maria Decker has decided to retire. She announced the news on the Maria's Facebook page on January 2. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "It is time for me to step into the next chapter of my life," said Decker. "This is done with much deliberation from the heart, a grateful soul and hopeful future to make space for nurturing what’s closest to my heart - my family."However, that space will not remain empty. Haseim Townsend, the owner of Organa Juice Bar, is taking over the Maria's space. Organa is also located in River Street Market at 433 River Street and is staying in its current spot, said Townsend. New bar and lounge opening in Amsterdam Townsend said Decker and the building owner approached him about taking over the Maria's. "I was happy to take the space," he said.Maria's will be closing after this...

Farmington man charged with 26 felonies in child sex crimes case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY, Mo. - A Farmington man faces 26 felonies in a child sex crimes investigation, accused of several crimes dating back to 1995.St. Francois County prosecutors have Patterson with 18 counts of statutory sodomy, seven counts of statutory rape and one count of child molestation. Authorities issued a warrant for Jackie Patterson, 65, on Dec. 29, 2023. Missouri expecting two rounds of winter weather According to court documents obtained by FOX 2, the charges stem from incidents reported from 1995 to 2002. At least 24 charges link Patterson to crimes involving "a child less than fourteen years old" and two charges to a "confidential victim less than seventeen years of age." The Daily Journal Online in St. Francois County reports that Patterson was a local business owner. Patterson is jailed in St. Francois County without bond, per Missouri court records.

Are you roundabout ready? Tips for proper driving manners

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Do you know how to properly use a roundabout when you come across one in your travels? The U.S. Department of Transportation has three easy steps you can use to make sure that you are following the roundabout rules properly.A roundabout is a circular intersection that is meant to make traffic move better, cut down on congestion, and make the area safer than regular intersections with traffic lights or stop signs.   Police search for man missing from closed nursing home There are a lot of countries that use roundabouts to help with traffic control. In some places, they are also called traffic circles or rotaries.  The three steps are: Slow down Look around Be ready to yield.When approaching the roundabout, slow down. When you enter the roundabout at a slower speed, it gives you more time to make decisions and be better prepared to yield to other road users. And if crashes do occur, they will be less severe.  Look around and find the la...

Juvenile in custody after shots fired at officer in December

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A 15-year-old boy is in custody and faces criminal charges after he allegedly fired shots at an officer last month.The incident took place on Thursday, Dec. 21, near the intersection of Roderick Drive and Mc Alpine Drive. At that time, around 5 a.m., a St. Louis County police officer was on foot at the intersection before shots came in his direction. Missouri expecting two rounds of winter weather St. Louis County police report the officer was not struck and didn't return fire. Police announced Thursday that the juvenile was taken into custody on Dec. 29. He was charged with first-degree assault and resisting or interfering with an arrest, stop, or detention.

New brewery will take Ursula’s space at UC Health campus

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

Beer drinkers will find a new brewery in a familiar location this spring when Milieu Fermentation opens in the former Ursula Brewery space at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora.Founded by Rob Bessett — the award-winning former head brewer at both Ursula and Loveland’s Verboten Brewing — and Andrew Bergeron, who works as a financial and budget analyst, Milieu (the name is stylized with lower-case letters) will specialize in lagers and hoppy beers.“With my background and personal passion for barrel aging I’m excited to get a fair amount of spon, mixed culture, stout and barleywine into oak” as well, said Bessett via email. Bessett was heavily involved in Verboten’s barrel-aged beers, which are frequent award winners.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | Colorado alcohol deaths surged 60% in 4 years, but there’s been no public outcry or push to save lives Restaurants, Food and Drink | Colorado’s...

Brighton cat owners warned about FPV after at least six animals found dead

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

Brighton Animal Welfare is warning residents to take steps to protect their pet cats and strays they care for from feline panleukopenia virus.Related ArticlesColorado News | Douglas County Canine Rescue charged with failing to provide timely veterinary care, falsifying records Colorado News | Denver’s longhorn cattle drive isn’t the only livestock parade in the U.S. Colorado News | Opinion: The surprise release of wolves near my ranching town has eroded ranchers’ trust Colorado News | Myth or reality? Bigfoot sightings reported in Colorado 130 times over past century Colorado News | Bison vs. urban growth: Rocky Mountain Arsenal seeks solutions to water runoff According to Brighton police spokesperson Kylynn McTague, the department knows of at least six cats that have died and has received unconfirmed reports that another six to 12 also died in the Brighton East Farms neighborhood. Only...

Drivers from Vegas to L.A. hit near-whiteout conditions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

The 15 Freeway between Nevada and Southern California saw unusually heavy snow on Thursday, yet the driver who recorded this video was thankful the road was not closed.“Got caught in a bit of a snow storm. Luckily Cali didn’t close the highway,” X user @realuncleslammy said, amid the closure of several roads elsewhere, according to the Las Vegas Review Journal.Snowy conditions on the 15 Freeway between Las Vegas and metro Los Angeles in San Bernardino County, Calif. Jan. 3, 2024. (@realuncleslammy via Storyful)The National Weather Service reported that a winter storm system had brought 5-8 inches of snow.

Islamic State claims responsibility for massive Iran bombing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:44 GMT

By Jon Gambrell and Bassem Mroue | Associated PressDUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The Islamic State group claimed responsibility Thursday for two suicide bombings targeting a commemoration for an Iranian general slain in a 2020 U.S. drone strike, the worst militant attack to strike Iran in decades as the wider Middle East remains on edge.Experts who follow the group confirmed that the statement, circulated online among jihadists, came from the extremists, who likely hope to take advantage of the chaos gripping the region amid Israel’s war on Hamas in the Gaza Strip.Wednesday’s attack in Kerman killed at least 84 people and wounded an additional 284. It targeted a ceremony honoring Revolutionary Guard Gen. Qassem Soleimani, held as an icon by supporters of the country’s theocracy and viewed by the U.S. military as a deadly foe who aided militants who killed American troops in Iraq.On Thursday, chunks of asphalt appeared missing from the roadway where one bomb went of...