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Group to explore 'advanced nuclear technology' in Texas

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) said Tuesday a group of experts will spend the next year looking at how advanced nuclear reactors can provide safe, reliable, and affordable power for Texas. According to the PUCT announcement, the Texas Advanced Nuclear Reactor Working Group will look at safety advancements, financial incentives, state, and federal regulatory impediments to growth, permitting processes, and impacts to the Texas electric market. Understanding ERCOT’s emergency alert levels Group members have until Dec. 1, 2024, to report their findings and recommendations to Governor Greg Abbott, the announcement said. The group was established on Aug. 16 at the direction of Gov. Abbott and is lead by PUCT Commissioner Jimmy Golfelty, the PUCT said. “These experts are leaders in nuclear energy, business, and academia and will be instrumental as we chart a path forward for advanced nuclear technology in Texas,” Glotfelty said in a statement to KXAN. “The...

Matthew Yglesias: A centrist rebellion is what Congress needs

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

If there’s one thing everyone in the House of Representatives can agree on these days, it’s that they are mad.The most radical House Republicans are angry that former Speaker Kevin McCarthy didn’t deliver on all the promises they extorted from him to give him the job in the first place. Moderate Republicans are furious that Democrats didn’t bail out McCarthy after he tempted the wrath of the radicals by agreeing to move a continuing resolution and avert a government shutdown. And Democrats are upset that the whole shutdown drama even happened at all, since it could have been avoided had McCarthy just stuck to the deal he made to resolve the debt ceiling showdown earlier this year.It’s possible to adjudicate the balance of rage, but the simple truth is that moderates in both parties have been unduly passive — not just in this Congress, but for the last several.It’s not as if better models don’t exist. Power in the Alaska legislature, fo...

Burnsville warns residents of ‘abnormal raccoon behavior’

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

Burnsville issued a warning Tuesday about an increase in raccoons that are “behaving oddly,” per a news release from the city.Some raccoons were seen displaying “abnormal raccoon behavior” like staggering, laying slumped, experiencing seizures or unafraid of their surroundings to the point of letting people approach them.Beginning in July, Burnsville Animal Control noticed an unusual number of sick raccoon reports, according to the release. The number of reports currently stands at 39, as compared to 2022 which counted 17.The University of Minnesota Veterinary Clinic recently took in two raccoons, one of which tested positive for distemper and salmonellosis. The results for the second raccoon were uncertain, per the release, but the raccoon may have died of salmonellosis,The city said people, pets and children are advised to stay away from raccoons and other wildlife they may encounter.If you encounter a racoon that is behaving abnormally, call Burnsville Animal Control at 952-894-3...

HPD: Hudson woman arrested after attacking elderly woman with a stick, stole $100

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Hudson woman was arrested on Thursday, October 5, after attacking an elderly woman with a stick on the 200 block of Warren Street, according to Hudson Police. Michelle Moskaluk, 34, has been arrested nine times by the Hudson Police over the last six months on multiple criminal charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Thursday, a local business on the 200 block of Warren Street called police reporting a woman was outside on the street chasing and attacking people with what appeared to be a broom or stick. Police say on arrival, they found Moskaluk chasing a disabled elderly woman with what appeared to be a large stick. Police say Moskaluk swung at the elderly woman multiple times and fled the area after seeing police were there. The victim reported to police that Moskaluk pushed her to the ground, attacked her, and stole $100 from her purse before fleeing the scene. The victim declined any medical t...

Rensselaer Police investigating death of a 3-month-old

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

RENSSELAER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Rensselaer Police are investigating the death of a 3-month-old child that happened on the 900 block of Second Street. NEWS10 learned from police the report came in as a 911 call and an investigation began. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Little information is known regarding the investigation at this time. NEWS10 currently has a crew working to learn more. Stick with NEWS10 as more information becomes available.

Men At Work vocalist Colin Hay to perform in Troy

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Colin Hay, best known as the lead singer of the Australian band Men At Work, is coming to Troy. He is set to perform at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on April 10, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Men At Work rose to fame in the 1980s and is best known for the songs "Down Under," "Who Can It Be Now," and "Overkill." Hay's solo career includes the hits "Waiting For My Real Life To Begin" and "Beautiful World."This concert is part of Hay's "The Might Tour II." He and his band will play songs by Men At Work and from Hay's solo career. Folk rock duo Indigo Girls to perform in Troy Pre-sale tickets are already on sale with tickets to the general public going on sale on Friday, October 13 at 10 a.m. You can buy tickets on the Troy Music Hall website, by calling (518) 273-0038, or in person at the box office.

Binley Florist ready to 'Petal It Forward'

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Every year, a Queensbury-based florist pays it forward - but that's not quite what they call it. Binley Florist is celebrating its annual "Petal It Forward" day next Wednesday, Oct. 18. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! During Petal It Forward, visitors to Binley Florist on Quaker Road in Queensbury have a chance at a special prize. Lucky shoppers will be given two bouquets of flowers, completely free - with a catch. Those who are given flowers are told to keep one and give the other to someone else. Fire Prevention Week: How to stay safe while cooking The florist is a great place to visit, but you may even encounter a surprise gift if you're in downtown Glens Falls. Binley's branded flower truck will be parked downtown, with staff hoping for some flower recipients to come to them. The florist also pays visits to schools, to instill the spirit of paying - or petaling - it forward in future generation...

Man breaks world record for floating Missouri River in a pumpkin

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

MISSOURI — A man from Lebanon, Missouri is breaking records after he floated the Missouri River in a giant pumpkin.Steve Kueny traveled 39 miles in a 1,200-pound gourd to break the previous record of 38 miles."It was just something that seemed doable," Kueny said. "So I thought I'd give it a shot." $8 million in state funds headed for the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge Kueny says he had an idea the float was going to be successful within the first five minutes."Once we got underway, we got out of the city, passed the bridges and some of the more active barges," Kueny said. "And once we got to that, I was like, ‘Oh, I thought this is actually doable.’"This dream of being a world record holder began after seeing the record be broken just last year. Kueny says while he knew he wanted to do it, there weren't very many good ways to prepare."I workout regularly, but you don't really train for rowing in a pumpkin," Kueny said. "So a lot of it is just deciding you're going to do it and stick...

Opinion: Activists don’t understand the science of mountain lion hunting and management

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

Are you smarter about ecosystems than a wildlife specialist with a biology degree and 25 years of experience in the field? How about an entire leadership team with nine science degrees and a combined two hundred years’ worth of professional experience? How about an entire agency of such experts overseen by commissioners appointed by the governor for their varied experience, education, and regional expertise? What are you willing to bet?Most of us have enough self-awareness to refuse that wager but not a group of activists that is willing to gamble the health and vitality of Colorado’s ecology. These activists believe the average Coloradan knows more about animal management than everyone at Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW).The group — named  Cats Aren’t Trophies (CATs) — intends to place an initiative to ban hunting of mountain lions and bobcat trapping on the 2024 ballot. If successful, they will circumvent CPW and its commissioners and the Colorado legislature which ha...

Colorado weather: First big mountain snow, Denver’s first freeze expected as cold front blows in

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:17:39 GMT

Colorado is about to get its first taste of winter as a cold front Wednesday night starts a round of snow and cold temperatures.The mountains, mainly northern ones, will get the first big snow event starting Wednesday night through Thursday night, with up to 14 inches of snow expected in some areas. A winter weather advisory is in effect from Wednesday evening to Friday morning.Winter and wind coming!Here is an update on weather highlights for the next few days. A Winter Weather Advisory for the mountains starting this evening through early Fri and a High Wind Watch for the east plains Thurs afternoon through Fri AM. #COwx pic.twitter.com/gzaSu7yORX— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) October 11, 2023In Denver, the first freeze is likely incoming, as temperatures Friday night are expected to drop to 31 degrees.The cold front will move into the state Wednesday evening, bringing cooler temperatures and the first round of precipitation.In the mountains, snow will begin in higher elevation...