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Millennials became homeowners later than their parents and grandparents. Here's why.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

(The Hill) – Millennials are now a homeowner-majority generation — a milestone achieved amid a global pandemic and an unsteady housing market. The country’s largest generation has added millions to the homeowner ranks in the last decade alone and reached 18.2 million owners last year, according to recent data from the listing website RentCafe. But this population, comprised of Americans born between 1981 and 1996, reached this hallmark of the American dream later than both their parents and grandparents, when their average age was 34. Generation X and baby boomers achieved this feat at ages 32 and 33 respectively. IRS warns of deadline to claim $1.5B in 2019 tax refunds: These states are owed the most “There was a long-standing belief that millennials never wanted to own and were perfectly content renting. That belief has proven to be false. The reality was — millennials were simply delaying big life moments compared to prior generations,” Zonda chief economist Ali Wolf ...

Man found guilty of spitting at police gets 70 years in prison

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

LUBBOCK, Texas (KLBK/KAMC) -- A Texas man was sentenced to 70 years in prison Wednesday after he was found guilty of harassing a public servant for spitting at Lubbock police officers. Larry Pearson, 36, was arrested in May 2022 for domestic violence after a victim flagged down an officer in northeast Lubbock, prosecutor Jessica Gorman said. The victim told police that Pearson had hit her several times and that he had a gun. Gorman said that firearm turned out to be an airsoft gun. A police report at the time stated the victim had "multiple visible injuries" on her face. Gorman said after Pearson was taken into custody, he was upset the victim was not arrested instead. That's when he started kicking at the doors in the officer's vehicle. When the officers opened the door to tell him to stop, Gorman said he spit at both officers. Walmart closing locations across 12 states this year: Here’s where Gorman said Pearson kept spitting after he arrived at the Lubbock County Detention Cen...

Parking at bars, AFD response times: This week's City Council items that impact you

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin City Council has nearly 80 items on its agenda Thursday. Here's some of what we're watching. Parking requirements for barsA resolutions from City Council Member José Velásquez calls for eliminating certain parking lot restrictions for bars to "encourage alternative modes of transportation and reduce the incidence of drunk driving,” the resolution reads. Council item aims to limit parking lot requirements for bars to curb drunk driving According to current building standards, properties that are at least 2,500 square feet must accommodate at least 25 drivers. Bars 10,000 square feet or more must have enough room for a minimum of 400 cars. The new resolution would still require ADA parking options. The draft of the resolution states parking construction can cost businesses between $10,000 and $40,000 per space."Decreasing parking requirements for bars and restaurants could also encourage the growth of local businesses and increase economic activity in the Cit...

Austin police ID victim, release description of vehicle in deadly hit-and-run

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Police Wednesday identified the victim and released a description of the vehicle involved in a deadly hit and run that happened Sunday. According to the Austin Police Department, officers and Austin-Travis County EMS medics responded to the crash around 2:15 a.m. between two vehicles and a pedestrian on the northbound lanes of Interstate 35 Service Road between 6th and 7th Streets. Police said the driver of a Kia Forte hit the pedestrian, Jorge Luis Sanchez Villalobos, as he crossed the street. After hitting Sanchez Villalobos, the driver of the Kia Forte hit another vehicle and drove off. Sanchez Villalobos died on the scene.APD describes the suspect vehicle as: 2016-2018BlueKia ForteFour-doorHeavy front damageAccording to Austin Police, the driver of this Kia Forte hit a man as he was crossing a street on April 9. The man died. (Photo courtesy: APD)According to Austin Police, the driver of this Kia Forte hit a man as he was crossing a street on April 9. The ...

Texas residents concerned after 900-foot-wide sinkhole begins to spread

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

HOUSTON (KIAH) - Residents in Daisetta, Texas say they're concerned that a massive sinkhole will swallow their homes. The sinkhole, which formed back in 2008, is growing again. For years, the ground has remained stable. That changed on Sunday, April 2nd. Community members say it has swallowed up oil tanks, telephone poles and several cars. The sinkhole is located a little north of Hull-Daisetta High School and west of FM 770 on the edge of the DeLoach Oil and Gas Waste Well. Daisetta is located northeast of Houston. So far, authorities have not issued any evacuations.

Man killed in hit-and-run on I-35 Frontage Road

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Police say a man died Wednesday night in a hit and run crash in North Austin. Police say the crash was reported at 7:21 p.m. in the 9000 block of the southbound Frontage Road of I-35, between Rundberg Lane and U.S. Highway 183. According to APD, one man, a pedestrian, is dead. Police say the driver left the scene of the crash.

5 things to know this Thursday, April 13

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- How about this weather? After a beautiful day on Wednesday, we can expect more of the same today on Thursday! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, yesterday was the warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures today predicted to be even higher. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! A large brush fire broke out in Schoharie County on Wednesday, prompting several crews to respond to Richmondville. Some fire crews were reportedly from Otsego and Delaware Counties. Also, three people were hospitalized after a shooting in Troy, one being a teenage boy. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning. 1. Multiple crews help fight large Schoharie County brush fireA large brush fire broke out in Schoharie County on Wednesday. Several crews—some reportedly from Otsego and Delaware Counties—responded to Richmondville, near the county line, to fight the blaze.2. Juvenil...

Inside look at new Pop Culture exhibit at Via Port Rotterdam

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) - After a soft opening in early March, a new attraction in Rotterdam called the Pop Culture Forever Exhibit is officially open to the public. The museum-style exhibit showcases artifacts, autographs, and rare memorabilia, celebrating all things Pop Culture. Local historian creates adventure history YouTube series "It's a celebration of all things pop culture, popular culture, with is a uniquely American institution; comic books started, here pulp started here, comic books started here, Hollywood,” said Daniel Fay, the director for the Pop Culture Forever Exhibit Center.You can find the Pop Culture Forever Exhibit at Via Port Rotterdam. It's located near the central fountain, directly between the movie theater and T-Mobile. Off the Beaten Path: The Balloonary Admission is as follows:4 and under: FreeAges 5-12: $6Ages 13 and up: $10

Changes proposed for short-term rental properties put on hold

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A move to regulate short-term rental properties in St. Louis City is put on hold, at least for now, by a St. Louis planning board.The details on this story are appearing in FOX 2's St. Louis Post-Dispatch partners. The short-term home rentals at issue are found a lot on websites like Airbnb and Vrbo. The potential regulations are being looked at by members of the St. Louis Planning Commission.City documents detail the regulations being considered. They would require operators of short-term rentals to obtain a permit that would be renewed every year. A business license would be required for non-owner occupied short-term rentals to be granted a permit. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW The possible regulations would also require ope...

Grant's Farm closed Saturday, opening day activities moved to Apr. 19

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:57:21 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Due to potential bad weather, Grant's Farm will be closed this Saturday.They'll reopen Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. All the opening day festivities including the live DJ and fireworks will be rescheduled for Saturday, April 29. Trending: Minnesota man steals semi-truck, leads to police chase in St. Louis County If you purchased an advanced parking ticket, be on the lookout for an email from Grant's Farm.