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Bills' Damar Hamlin 'fully cleared' to return to football

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Bills safety Damar Hamlin has been fully cleared to return to football and "is in a great headspace to come back," Bills General Manager Brandon Beane said Tuesday.Monday Night Football came to a halt on Jan. 2 when Hamlin went into cardiac arrest while tackling a Cincinnati Bengals receiver. The 25-year-old saw three different specialists in the aftermath, including most recently on Friday, and all of them gave the OK for Hamlin to return to the field, according to Beane."They're all in agreement," Beane said. "They're all in lock step of what this was and that he is cleared to resume full activities just like anyone else who was coming back from an injury or whatever. He's fully cleared, he's here."Beane also confirmed that Hamlin is taking part in Buffalo's voluntary offseason workout program, which started on Monday. Damar Hamlin’s athletic trainers honored "He's in a great headspace to come back and make his return," Beane said.Since his collapse ...

Dean Richards chats with Picard star Jonathan Frakes & gets details on the upcoming PanCAN’s PurpleStride event

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

Jonathan Frakes - Actor and Spokesperson for PanCAN’s PurpleStrideEvent:PanCAN’s PurpleStrideThe PanCAN event in Chicago is taking place at Soldier Field on April 29.  Details are HERE.8:30am Opening CeremonySoldier Fieldhttp://PanCan.org/Chicagohttps://purplestride.org/teamtrek

'Unreal': Car crashes into second story of California home

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

PLACER COUNTY, Calif. (KTXL) – A car became airborne and crashed into the second story of a home in California, according to photos shared by CAL FIRE officials.Firefighters with the Placer County Fire Department, along with CAL FIRE officials, responded to the scene of the crash on Sunday, CAL FIRE's Nevada Yuba Placer Unit confirmed. PG&E shut off power to the area while crews worked to stabilize the roof of the home's carport and rescue the driver of the car.With the assistance of a rope system, a CAL FIRE Technical Rescue Team removed the vehicle's single occupant, who was handed off to an emergency medical team waiting in the home's second story. PHOTOS: Car crashes through North Carolina home’s roof There were no other injuries "to the occupants of the home or first responders," CAL FIRE wrote.CAL FIRE NEU CAL FIRE NEU CAL FIRE NEU CAL FIRE NEU Officials had not publicly commented on the cause of the crash, though commenters on CAL FIRE's social media account put forth ...

APD: East Austin resident shot man in self-defense after he broke into home

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A death in east Austin Tuesday morning was determined to have occurred out of self-defense. The Austin Police Department said on Twitter it happened in the 7600 block of Bethune Avenue. The area is close to the St. Johns neighborhood, just south of U.S. Highway 183 and east of Interstate 35. A spokesperson for APD said a woman in the home called 911 around 5:31 a.m. reporting a man was trying to break into her house. The woman told police the man was banging on the door trying to break in, and she was holding the door shut, according to the spokesperson. Soon after, the woman said he was trying to break into a window. The caller then told police the man had entered the home and shots were fired, according to the spokesperson. APD arrived on the scene at 5:37 a.m. and Austin-Travis County EMS arrived shortly after. The man was pronounced dead on the scene around 5:48 a.m. APD said the man was shot by a resident in self-defense. No charges will be filed at this time, ...

Monday was the 4th-busiest day in Austin airport history

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin's airport saw explosive growth in 2022 as passenger numbers rebounded from the COVID-19 pandemic, and then some.A record 21,089,289 passengers were recorded flying out of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport last year.We're keeping track of all the numbers in what is set to be another busy year at AUS. Follow along with our interactive charts below. Passenger growth at Austin’s airport is hitting forecasts five years ahead of schedule We have created several interactive charts to help break down the data so it's easier to navigate all the passenger numbers. Scroll down to explore all the data, or jump to a specific question using these links:What’s the busiest year on record?What’s the busiest month on record?What’s the busiest day on record?Which airline carries the most passengers?Which airlines are seeing the most growth?Which airlines have the most delays and cancellations?What new routes are coming in 2023?.anchor_me{ position:relative; }.anchor_me sp...

St. Paul’s airport temporarily closes for flood prep; Ramsey County declares local emergency

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

As Ramsey County declares a local emergency, operations at St. Paul Downtown Airport (Holman Field) will temporarily cease Tuesday as crews install flood barriers as the Mississippi River conitinues to rise.The river — expected to reach major flood stage of 17 feet on Wednesday — borders the airport. The Mississippi is expected to crest above 18 feet by the end of the week.The Metropolitan Airport Commission — which owns and operates the airport — sent crews to install a section of its metal plank floodwall system along the east end of the airfield last week, leading to the closure of two runways. MAC officials say these secondary runways will remain closed until the floodwall system is taken down.The primary runway at the airfield closed at 10 a.m. Tuesday to let workers extend the floodwall system over the south end of the airfield. MAC officials say this will shorten the runway – which is normally 6,491 feet – by 1,150 feet. Workers will restripe the runwa...

Benson's Pet Center to host free vaccination and microchip clinic

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Benson's Pet Center is hosting a free community vaccination and microchip clinic on April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The clinic will be held at 1520 Altamont Avenue. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! There are 100 open spots available for cats and dogs only. The clinic is a first-come, first-served, made available by the Animal Protective Foundation.

Board of Regents approves mandated changes to schools with Native American mascots

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WSYR) — School districts in New York can no longer use Native American names, mascots, imagery, or logos, according to an Education Department (NYSED) requirement from 2022. And in a meeting on Tuesday, the New York State Board of Regents unanimously approved. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Some consider it a ban, and others consider it a basic standard. The directive includes school paperwork, team jerseys, and even the sides of school buildings emblazoned with words, images—and sometimes, even slurs—lifted from Native American culture.Back in November, NYSED sent the ruling to all New York school districts, directing those with a Native American mascot to find a replacement, citing the "need to ensure that district mascots, team names, and logos are non-discriminatory." The message from NYSED Senior Deputy Commissioner James N. Baldwin added that schools choosing to use Native American mascots is a reflect...

Miss Vermont's Teen 2023 hails from Bennington County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

BENNINGTON COUNTY, Vt. (NEWS10) -- Ginger Ragaishis, who hails from Manchester, a town in Bennington County, was named Miss Vermont's Teen 2023. Ragaishis is the founder and spokesperson of a nonprofit organization called "Defying Limits," where she spreads awareness as an advocate for those with hidden disabilities. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On top of being crowned Miss Vermont's Teen 2023, Ragaishis was awarded a $2,000 scholarship as well as a $100 Scholastic Achievement Award. She received $100 for being the top fundraiser among all 20 delegates competing. She will compete for the title of Miss America's Teen 2024 this summer.

City of Glens Falls Police: Lock your car at night

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:53:07 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The City of Glens Falls has reportedly seen an increase in nighttime thefts from unlocked cars. Police say the individuals "jiggle handles" until they find an unlocked car, and then go through the belongings inside. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! One way to prevent these incidents is to check that your vehicles are locked at night. Car owners should not keep any valuables inside their vehicles.