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White House outlines potential consequences of shutdown amid divisions in House GOP

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

(The Hill) -- The White House on Wednesday outlined the potential ramifications of a government shutdown, as divisions among House Republicans have raised the possibility of a shutdown at the end of the month.The White House accused House Republicans of putting the nation at risk of a shutdown “that would undermine our economy and national security, create needless uncertainty for families and businesses, and have damaging consequences across the country.”In a memo shared with reporters, the administration outlined a series of consequences that could affect Americans if the government shuts down.The White House said FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund would risk being depleted without a funding bill, complicating emergency response efforts.A government shutdown would stall research on cancer, the White House said, and delay food inspections conducted by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The Transportation Security Administration and air traffic controllers would have to work without pa...

Police searching for 3 suspects in vehicle burglary at Bull Creek Preserve

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Austin Police Department is asking for help identifying three women connected to a vehicle burglary that happened over the weekend in the Bull Creek Preserve. APD said video showed the women get out of an SUV and break the window of a pickup truck before stealing several items from the truck. This happened Sunday, Sept. 17 around 5:30 p.m.The suspects' descriptions are below: Suspect 1Black femaleMid 20’sShe was last seen wearing dark jeans and a brown t-shirtSuspect 1 in car burglary at Bull Creek Preserve Sept. 17, 2023 (Photo: Austin Police Department) Suspect 2Black femaleMid 30’sHeavy buildTattoos in her bottom left legLong, red braidsShe was last seen wearing blue jeans shorts and a white tank topSuspect 2 in car burglary at Bull Creek Preserve Sept. 17, 2023 (Photo: Austin Police Department) Suspect 3Black femaleLate 20’s years of ageMedium buildOrange hairShe was last seen wearing pink shorts and a black Nike shirtSuspect 3 in car burglary at Bull Creek ...

Tasty tradition at Dripping Springs football continues

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

Dripping Springs, Texas (KXAN) - Of the many growing suburbs around Austin, Dripping Springs has seen as much change as any, including to their athletic teams. With an influx of people, the Tigers have risen to 6A, the biggest division in Texas high school athletics.Success has been there for the Tigers who had a very successful first full season in 6A last fall. With the change, there's been a constant.Since the 1990s, Dripping Springs has sold catfish at concession stands. To call it a hit is an understatement."150 pounds of catfish and we always run out," said one of the catfish cooks Paul Fushille about a typical gameday.Fushille has an army working alongside him that start early Friday - some even beginning Thursday. "People come from all over looking for it," added Fushille. "I knew about the catfish here long before my kids came to school here."The catfish sales benefit the Dripping Springs band. Luke Hassell, or 'Fish Commish' as he is known when cooking, has a junior trumpe...

Crews responding to fatal SUV crash at local Target

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Emergency crews are responding to a fatal SUV crash at a local Target.Our Bommarito Automotive Group SkyFOX helicopter was flying over the Promenade Shopping Center store just off Eager Road, where the SUV is now being towed out of the building. Federal agents head operation on I-270 in St. Louis County The crash hasn't caused any backups near Interstate 64, and so far, the cause of the crash is still unknown. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Money Saver: If you need a brand-new bag, check out the deal from the Coach Outlet Online

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS - If you need a brand-new bag, check out this deal from the Coach Outlet Online.For a limited time, a mini Rowan file bag drops from $250 to $79. It is available in several colors with two designs. Video of Missouri politicians using flamethrowers goes viral This matches the Black Friday price. Plus, you'll get free standard shipping.For more information, head to Margie’s Money Saver. Check out the discounted items here.

Glenn Zimmerman's Fall Weather Outlook airing during FOX 2 News at 9

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Don't forget to join us Wednesday night for Glenn Zimmerman's Fall Weather Outlook during FOX 2 News at 9.We get a closer look at this summer's severe storms and what might be causing the uptick. Plus, learn more about our newest meteorologist and team member, Haley Fitzpatrick. St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here Again, that's all happening on FOX 2 News at 9.

Condemned fish market leaves rancid smell in University City neighborhood

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

UNIVERSITY CITY, Mo. - A fishy, rotten smell is spreading across University City; its source is a seafood market without electricity for months.FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported that the 'Seafood City Market and Grocery Store' on Olive Boulevard has been closed, and the building condemned since late March. Thousands of pounds of seafood have been rotting inside the freezers. Federal agents head operation on I-270 in St. Louis County Now a St. Louis company that normally cleans up crime scenes is doing the dirty work of emptying the store of the rotting fish, and it's costing the property owner $7,000 per day.

'Food For Seniors' event happening today in Tower Grove

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS -  Seniors in Tower Grove in need of food can get help Wednesday.The Dedicated Senior Medical Center is handing out more than 100 boxes of food for their Serving and Giving Day. It runs from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at their location on South Grand Boulevard. Video of Missouri politicians using flamethrowers goes viral There are limited supplies, so first come, first serve.

Man walks away after fire erupts in Hollywood area

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

A man was seen walking away from a fire that had just been set in a Hollywood area intersection early Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 3:50 a.m. near Wilcox and Franklin avenues along the border of Hollywood and Hollywood Hills.A man is seen walking away from a fire in the Hollywood area. (OnScene.TV)The man who allegedly set the fire was seen walking westbound on Franklin and eventually disappeared into a nearby building, an OnScene.TV stringer news reporter said. The reporter called 911 as flames shot into the air near a Prius that was parked on the street. Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters responded to the scene and quickly doused the flames. The fire did cause damage to the tire and back bumper of the Prius.

From the archives: A look back at the highlights and low points of Roadshow’s first 20 years

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:13:37 GMT

Editor’s note: Mr. Roadshow wanted to share some of his favorite columns and stories from more than 30 years of informing, entertaining and getting things changed for Bay Area (and beyond) drivers. He’ll be back on the road with new material soon. In the meantime, please keep sending Mr. Roadshow your comments or questions to [email protected] story originally was published on September 18, 2011Twenty years ago, when we decided to launch a weekly column called Roadshow, I had never heard of a “cellphone,” I had never seen a red-light camera, and carpool lanes and metering lights were something of a novelty.Bridge tolls were a buck, and a gallon of gas wasn’t much more — the better to fuel the SUVs that were just showing up in dealer lots. And a hybrid vehicle — what was that?Today all of the above are dominant themes of the complaints, concerns and sometimes compliments that flood the Mr. Roadshow column, which is celebrating its 20th birthday with a look back at ...