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What to know about the potential actors strike looming at midnight

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

(The Hill) - If last-ditch mediation fails on Wednesday, the union representing many Hollywood actors will go on strike at midnight, joining the already-striking television and film writers union. SAG-AFTRA, the largest union for actors representing 160,000 people, including many of Los Angeles's biggest stars, has been in negotiations with movie studios on renewing the union’s contract for months without reaching an agreement.Why strike?The union is demanding higher compensation and mandates to limit the use of artificial intelligence in the industry. They say that the rise of streaming and economic inflation has lowered members’ wages.Before streaming, much of a successful actor's income came from TV and movie royalties, payouts given when re-runs of a show or movie are shown. But those royalties have dramatically decreased as TV revenues fall due to the rise of streaming. MyPillow auctions off equipment amid ‘massive cancellation,’ CEO Lindell says SAG-AFTRA wants to re-b...

Patches the cat, who once weighed 42 pounds, continues weight-loss journey

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

MECHANICSVILLE, Va. (WRIC) — Kay Ford's dream came true on April 19 when she adopted a 40-pound cat named Patches.At first glance, one might wonder why someone would be so eager to adopt a cat in such a state, but for Ford there was a purpose behind it.About three years ago, she had been spending time with her grandchildren when she saw a post about an overweight cat up for adoption.Ford quickly decided that she "had to have the cat," but that wish did not come true."I saw it, and I said, 'Boys, I've got to go get that fat cat, I just have to. I can help that fat cat.'" But by the time she reached out, it was too late, and someone else had adopted the animal. Though she couldn't adopt that cat, she had a second chance three years later. She was watching TV in April when she received a text from her daughter about an adoption posting for a cat named Patches.Patches initially weighed an estimated 40.3 pounds in April 2023. The RACC says he is now on a regulated diet and exercise plan ...

Prices for these items rose and fell the most in June

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

(The Hill) -- Inflation fell to an annual rate of 3 percent in June, according to data released Wednesday by the Labor Department, giving consumers more breathing room after nearly two years of high prices.The latest rate is still shy of the Federal Reserve’s 2 percent target. A series of aggressive interest rate hikes by the Fed has helped cool price increases across the U.S. economy over the past 12 months. “The Central Bank has been on a campaign to rein in inflation for nearly a year and a half, pausing a beat last month to let things simmer. They’ve signaled two more rate increases before the end of the year, but this clear sign of slowed growth could be fodder for ending hikes sooner,” NerdWallet data analyst Elizabeth Renter said in a note on the latest consumer price index.The prices of these items are among those that rose and fell the most from May to June 2023.Housing costs are driving inflationA "For Rent" sign is displayed outside a building in Philadelphia, June 2...

Jan. 6 defendant who was arrested near Obamas' DC residence ordered held until trial

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

A man charged in connection to the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol and who was arrested late last month near former President Obama’s home will remain in jail until his trial after a federal magistrate judge ruled Wednesday that the suspect would pose a danger to the community if released. Taylor Taranto was arrested on June 29 and charged with four misdemeanors related to the Capitol riot. Law enforcement had been looking for Taranto, but they escalated their search on June 28 after he indicated on social media that he intended to enter the Obamas’ residence in the Kalorama neighborhood of Washington, D.C. He was apprehended near the Obamas’ home, and officials say his van contained hundreds of rounds of ammunition, two firearms and a machete.In the most recent court filing on the case Wednesday, U.S. Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui said Taranto would pose a danger to the public if released, agreeing with prosecutors who listed what they claimed were examples of the his erratic beh...

Affidavit: Driver admitted to drinking before hitting woman, boat, house

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for July 12, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A deadly east Austin crash involved a car hitting both a boat and a home, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by KXAN. The crash left one person dead, and one arrested over the weekend. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: One dead, one arrested after vehicle-pedestrian crash in east Austin At approximately 11:15 p.m. Saturday, officers from the Austin Police Department responded to the 5400 block of Pecan Brook Drive for reports of a crash involving an SUV and a pedestrian. According to the affidavit, the SUV driver, identified as 27-year-old Marena Falcon-de la Rosa, hit a large boat on a trailer that was parked by the curb on the street. The affidavit said it was struck with enough force to leave a dent and push the trailer onto the sidewalk. Janicia Molina, 30, was standing next to the boat and was hit. She was dragged about 100 feet.Marena Falcon-de la Rosa (Austin Police Department Pho...

Piles of trash, furniture, appliances cleaned up from property on Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) --- A home in San Marcos that once had piles of items ranging from tires, appliances and clothing on its front lawn has since been cleaned up. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: ‘It’s a big worry’: Piles of items collected at property on Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone That's after two neighbors bought the property from the landowner and started clearing the garbage. This is what it looked like before the cleanup: Piles and piles of tires, appliances, clothing and more have accumulated outside a San Marcos home. (KXAN's Sarah Al-Shaikh)Piles and piles of tires, appliances, clothing and more have accumulated outside a San Marcos home. (KXAN's Sarah Al-Shaikh)Piles and piles of tires, appliances, clothing and more have accumulated outside a San Marcos home. (KXAN's Sarah Al-Shaikh)Piles and piles of tires, appliances, clothing and more have accumulated outside a San Marcos home. (Photo: Krista Pepau)The cleanup processKrista Pepau is one of the co-owners of this property. She...

Lousy Lynx defense results in worst result in franchise history, a 40-point home loss to Dallas Wings

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

Using PG language, the Minnesota Lynx defense is leaving a lot to be desired. More apt would be a few adult, not-suitable-for-print words.That’s what happens when you set another franchise record of the wrong kind.The Lynx played as if they already were on their break for the upcoming WNBA All-Star Game, not playing their last game before it, falling 107-67 to Dallas in a Wednesday matinee at Target Center. It occurred before a season-high Camp Day crowd of 13,531, primarily shrilling youth clad in a rainbow of T-shirts representing YMCAs and other groups.The 40-point deficit is the most in 25 years of Lynx basketball, surpassing a 39-point loss to Sacramento on July 3, 2001.Minnesota’s 113-89 home loss to Las Vegas on Sunday was the most regulation points allowed in franchise history. For the first time since 2007, and second time in franchise history, the Lynx allowed their opponent to top the century mark.“There’s no excuse. I can’t really think of anything besides we’ve go...

Minnesota 36 overnight lane closures planned for next week

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

Expect delays on Minnesota 36 next week, the Minnesota Department of Transportation says.Both directions of 36 between Interstate 694 in Oakdale and Hilton Trail in Pine Springs will be reduced to a single lane overnight from Sunday to Thursday.Closures will begin each night at 7 p.m. and extend through 5 a.m. the following morning.The closures are part of MnDOT’s preventative maintenance work.Related ArticlesLocal News | Expect I-94 closures this weekend due to Gold Line construction Local News | I-94 lane closures from Oakdale to St. Croix continue through fall Local News | MN 36-Fairview Avenue interchange in Roseville closed for next month Local News | Bloomington to Burnsville I-35W closure postponed Local News | St. Croix Rest Area on I-94 to close until mid-July

WATCH: Two pontoon boats swept over Corinth dam

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

CORINTH, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A reminder of how strong the river currents can be right now with the rising water levels. Two pontoon boats swept down the Hudson River and over the dam in Corinth on Tuesday night. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Saratoga County Sheriff's Department responded to reports of the boats floating down river, still attached to a dock. Deputies were able to contact the owner who told them a fallen tree knocked them loose.The Corinth Fire Department was called in for assistance. Unfortunately, due to the heavy currents, Chief Andy Kelley said there wasn't much they could do. He said that, at one point, the boats were swirling around in circles before ultimately going over the edge of the dam. Long Lake issues State of Emergency This is the same area of the Hudson in Corinth where a family was rescued last month while paddle boarding. The currents swelled at that time, too, though not as intense as t...

Saratoga Springs residents warned of potential traffic delays

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:46 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Residents and visitors of Saratoga Springs are advised to be mindful of traffic delays over the next few days. The Saratoga Race Course opens on Thursday, and large crowds are expected to gather for the Dave Matthews Band concerts on Friday and Saturday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Residents and visitors should also be mindful that there may be parking issues in the downtown area. The Saratoga Springs Police Department reminds everyone to drive safely.