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CDC map shows dramatic increase in illness nationwide: See where it's worst

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – What a difference a week can make. New data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Friday shows an 18% jump in people testing positive for influenza last week. The number of people going to the doctor with symptoms of respiratory illness — whether it be the flu, COVID, RSV, or none of the above — also continues to trend upward. Now, according to the CDC, 21 states and New York City are experiencing "very high" levels of sickness. Comparing the latest data to just one week prior (slideshow below) shows the situation worsening in the northern half of the country. Now, only one U.S. state, Minnesota, remains in the "minimal" category. COVID, flu, RSV or strep? How to know which you have The majority of states are seeing "high" or "very high" levels of sickness. (See more using the CDC's interactive map here.)CDC map shows the level of respiratory illness by state as of Dec. 30, 2023. (Map: CDC)CDC map shows the level of respiratory illness by sta...

1 person dead after Buda shooting involving Hays County deputies

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

Editor’s note: The above video shows KXAN’s morning headlines for Friday, Jan. 5, 2024.BUDA, Texas (KXAN) -- One person has died following a shooting involving Hays County Sheriff's Office deputies in Buda, according to the sheriff's office. HCSO said deputies responded around 8 a.m. to reports of a man armed with two knives trying to break into a house in the Shadow Creek neighborhood on Hunter Creek Cove. The sheriff's office said two deputies were involved in the shooting. The suspect died, and no officers were injured. Hays County deputies involved in shooting in Buda (KXAN photo/Ed Zavala)Hays County deputies involved in shooting in Buda (KXAN photo/Ed Zavala)Hays County deputies involved in shooting in Buda (KXAN photo/Ed Zavala)HCSO said in a release the caller identified the suspect as their daughter's ex-boyfriend. Deputies responded to the scene and located the man with a knife in each hand and gave several commands for him to drop them, but HCSO said he would not comply, ...

6 Texans competing in world pinball tournament this weekend

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Six internationally ranked pinball players from Texas are vying for the top title at a world pinball tournament this weekend. The INDISC Tournament Series runs Thursday through Sunday at the Riverside Convention Center in Riverside, California. Players from 24 states and 11 countries are competing for more than $90,000 worth of prize money, in addition to a new pinball machine for the winner.And that winner could have Lone Star State roots. The six Texans participating in the world tournament include:Jordan Burgar from AustinRobert Byers from AustinColin MacAlpine from AustinRebecca Salam from AustinHadi Seyed-Ali from FriscoJack Revnew from The WoodlandsSeyed-Ali spoke to KXAN after his first day at the competition."Frisco is the home of the Texas pinball festival, one of the biggest pinball festivals in the country," Seyed-Ali said. "It's a lot of fun, and you meet a ton of cool people. There's a wide demographic; the top players in the world are 19-20 years old. A...

Three day of sunshine

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Rain began last night in the Hill Country and spread across the entire area overnight. The day dawned with rain lingering along and east of 35. It ended prior to 9 a.m. Most rain totals averaged .10" to .50". One of the rain gauges at La Grange picked up .93". Rain gauges around Johnson City and Stonewall measured around .60". The area is left with sunshine for the rest of the day and for the weekend. Highs will be in the low to mid 60s this afternoon, then the upper 50s to low 60s Saturday and Sunday.The first weekend of 2024 will be bright and mildSunday afternoon will also be breezy with southeast winds gusting to near 20. Wind speeds will increase significantly Sunday night with gusts between 25 and 35 mph. As the next cold front approaches the winds will come out of the southwest. Gusts will increase up to around 35 to 45 mph.Incredibly strong wind gusts before and after Monday's cold frontThe front will pass late Monday night. Forecast gusts overnight Monday t...

Is it ‘Stillwinter’? Washington County announces finalists in snowplow naming contest

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

At least one of the finalists in Washington County’s name-a-snowplow contest has a local angle: Stillwinter.Another finalist – Taylor Drift – will likely rank high with Swifties, fans of pop icon Taylor Swift.Washington County residents in November were invited to help name one of the county’s 26 snowplows. More than 1,000 submissions were received; county officials winnowed that list down to eight finalists.Other finalists include: SKOL Plow, Beast of the East, Plow Bunyan, Plowabunga, Can’t Work From Home and Blizzard Wizzard.Residents have until Jan. 19 to vote for their favorite. The name with the most votes will be announced at the end of January.Voting can be done at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WCNameAPlowFinalist.Related ArticlesLocal News | Feds: Fentanyl trafficking ring sent the drug from Arizona to Minnesota in stuffed animals Local News | Schmitt Music closes Woodbury, Apple Valley stores Local News | Topgolf tees up pl...

The rest of the NFC North is ascending. Where do the Vikings fit into the equation?

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

When the Vikings travel to play the Lions on Sunday afternoon at Ford Field in Detroit, they will be playing for pride in the short term, while also trying to send a message in the long term.Even if the Vikings no longer have much to play for at this point — the New York Times simulator gives them a 3 percent chance of making the playoffs — it’s imperative they bounce back from last week’s embarrassing 33-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium.To put forth that performance in such an important game was unacceptable. The response will say a lot about the Vikings.“You truly are tested in the moments like this,” Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said. “Do we have the type of culture that allows us to have mental toughness?”That remains to be seen.Nonetheless, after a disastrous stretch defined by injuries, the Vikings (7-9) are suddenly in danger of finishing as the cellar dweller of the NFC North for the first time in a decade....

Vikings at Lions: What to know ahead of Week 18 matchup

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

What to know when the Vikings travel to play the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon:Lions at VikingsWhen: 12 p.m. SundayWhere: Ford FieldTV: FOXRadio: KFANLine: Lions – 3.5Over/Under: 45.5Keys for the Vikings— The goal should be getting the ball to star receiver Justin Jefferson as much as possible. He dominated the game against the Lions on Christmas Eve as the Vikings fell in heartbreaking fashion. The only hope the Vikings have this week starts and stops with Jefferson leading the charge on offense. It’s worth considering that he’s also closing in on 1,000 yards this season. He needs 118 yards to reach that milestone.— It’s going to take a group effort on defense to limit the Lions this weekend. The way that Detroit star receiver Amon Ra St. Brown dominated the game on Christmas Eve was palpable. He finished with 12 receptions for 106 yards and a touchdown. It could be much of the same this weekend if the Vikings aren’t careful.Keys for the Lions— ThereR...

Snow Emergency declared by the City of Amsterdam

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Snow Emergency has been declared beginning at 6 p.m. on Saturday, January 6. During a snow emergency, vehicles are not allowed to park on city streets. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The snow emergency will run until 7 a.m. on Monday, January 8. Amsterdam residents are encouraged to park at the following city-owned parking lots:City HallPost Office LotGuy Park Ave Ext. (Kirk Douglas parking)Golf Course LotVet's Field (upper field along Locust Ave. Roosevelt Rd. and the road to the pool building)Morris St. Parking LotEast Main & DeGraff (both lots)27 Lefferts Street (lot)Eagle & East Main Street (lot)Dean & East Main Streets (lot)47 Reid Street LotMilton Ave. between 1st & 2nd Ave.Prospect Street (Upper, near Elizabeth St.)Chestnut & Lincoln (basketball court lot)Bunn & Thomas St. (lot)Greene & Mechanic St. (lot)Union & Orange St. (lot)Union St. (between Brandt &am...

Governor gives early hint for legislative priorities

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — This week on Empire State Weekly, lawmakers returned to the capitol to begin the legislative session. As lawmakers stated their priorities, Governor Kathy Hochul gave some indicators for her legislative goals ahead of the State of the State address. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! NEWS10 Capitol Correspondent Jamie DeLine, explained Governor Hochul this week indicated she would prioritize consumer protections and affordability. Also this week, Patrick Orecki, the Director of State Studies for the Citizens Budget Commission explained as lawmakers return to the capitol. After lawmakers lay out their priorities, and the governor gives the State of the State address, the focus will shift to the budget which is due in April."The Governor's Executive Budget is kind of the Super Bowl of the budget-making process it's where you see the parameters of how the budget is going to take shape so the big things for u...

Schodack declares snow emergency

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:38:12 GMT

SCHODACK, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Town of Schodack will enact a snow emergency starting at 4 p.m. on Saturday and running until 4 a.m. Monday morning. There will be no parking on any streets in town and trash bins should be pulled back from the side of the road so plows can remove snow. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The area is expecting several inches of snow to fall Saturday into Sunday. Stick with the NEWS10 Stormtracker Team for the latest updates on what to expect.