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Cause of death undetermined for man found in Lady Bird Lake, report shows

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A man found dead in Lady Bird Lake in March may have fallen or entered the water or had a "natural event" near the water, according to a medical examiner's report obtained by KXAN.Police and first responders were called to 1100 W. Riverside Drive on the morning of March 5. Clifton Axtell, 40, was pronounced dead at the scene. Austin Police find body in Lady Bird Lake It's unclear how the man entered the water "as it was an unwitnessed event," the report stated."Unfortunately, there are often no specific findings at autopsy to confirm drowning as the cause of death," the report said, adding it is "often dependent on case circumstances." Because it didn't have more information on those circumstances, it said the official cause and manner of death were "best certified as undetermined." The report stated the medical examiner's opinion would be updated if new information became available.Austin Police previously said the death is not being investigated as suspicious.Th...

Como Park product Kyle Follmer named Gentry Academy’s new boys hockey coach

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

Como Park product Kyle Follmer will lead Gentry Academy’s high school boys hockey team, the Vadnais Heights school announced Wednesday.Follmer played hockey for the Cougars before playing junior hockey and competing collegiately at North Colorado. He will also teach physical education at Gentry Academy.“I am very excited to join Gentry and bring my experience as a player and coach to this growing program,” Follmer said in a statement. “I see a lot of myself in our current team. We have so many guys who love the game and want to play it at the highest level, all while getting a top-notch education.”After college, Follmer played five seasons of minor-league hockey before serving as an assistant coach of the New Mexico Ice Wolves junior team for two years.Gentry Academy returns 17 players from last year’s team, which reached the Class 2A, Section 4 final before falling to Hill-Murray.“Kyle will be an amazing addition to Gentry Academy and our boys’ hockey team. His pa...

High school football: Wisconsin Week 1 predictions

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

THURSDAYBaldwin-Woodville vs. Kewaskum, at Wisconsin-La Crosse, 5 p.m.These two teams reached the second round of the playoffs last fall — Baldwin-Woodville in Division 4 and Kewasum in Division 3. Baldwin-Woodville sported a potent offense a year ago, but must replace the since-graduated dynamic dual-threat quarterback Masen Werner, who accounted for the bulk of the team’s offense in 2022.The Blackhawks will look for their defense to take a major leap this season in order to take another step forward as a team.OUR PICK: Baldwin-Woodville 27, Kewaskum 22Wisconsin Rapids at River Falls, 7 p.m.Wisconsin Rapids reached the playoffs in Division I last season, and will be a stiff test for River Falls out of the gates. The Wildcats topped Rapids 28-7 to kickoff their season a year ago.River Falls has key playmakers back in quarterback Jacob Range and running back Jonah Severson. The test will be whether a revamped offensive line can support them.OUR PICK: River Falls 33, Wisconsin R...

Two arrested for allegedly stealing rims in Troy

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two individuals were arrested for allegedly stealing rims from Cole's Collision on North Greenbush Road. Donald Koenig of Round Lake and Jamye Laque of Ballston Spa were arraigned and remanded to the Rensselaer County Jail without bail. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police say staff from Cole's Collision filed a report on August 2. According to the report, someone had smashed the vinyl fence and stolen around $1,100 worth of rims. The damage to the fence was estimated at around $2,800.Police linked the incident with several prior thefts from the Cole's Collision in Wilton. Detective Walsh worked with the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office to identify the two suspects. Investigations are ongoing as Koenig reportedly scrapped several vehicles and other items believed to be stolen.Koenig was charged with criminal mischief in the second degree, grand larceny in the fourth degree, conspiracy in the fifth degre...

Discovering Saratoga: Humpty Dumpty Ice Cream & Subs

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - For some families in the Capital Region, getting a cone at Humpty Dumpty Ice Cream & Subs is a summer tradition that dates back to the 1950s. This year one local family marks 55 years of running the establishment. Off the Beaten Path: The Country Drive-In Since it was founded in 1955, three local families have owned Humpty Dumpty. Ellsworth Ice Cream built the building and operated the business until 1960. In 1968, the Bishop family began their run as owners.“Generations after generations of families have been coming here, you know? We’re a family owned business that treat people like our family,” said Brenda Jennings, the current owner. Discovering Saratoga: Simply Food by Maura Humpty Dumpty is located at 70 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs. The business will close for the season on Friday, September 1.

Hudson man convicted in 2019 child sex abuse case

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday, Jamel Brandow, 40, of Hudson, was convicted of sexually abusing two children. A jury found Brandow guilty of predatory sexual assault against a child, rape in the first degree, unlawful imprisonment in the first degree, and two counts of endangering the welfare of a child. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the police reports, Brandow was arrested on May 5, 2019. A young girl reported to the police that Brandow had tied her up, raped her, and threatened her. The victim broke free, ran four blocks to her mother's workplace, and contacted the police.“The abuse of a child by a person in a position of trust is the worst kind of betrayal,” Deputy Chief ADA Carty said. “The survivors in this case bravely told the truth, despite the terrible trauma they endured. Their strength helped hold their abuser accountable. Survivors should know that the Columbia County District Attorney’s Office...

Officers shoot suspect in north St. Louis

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Multiple officers shot a suspect Wednesday afternoon in north St. Louis, according to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. The shooting happened in the 4200 block of Linton Avenue in the Fairgrounds neighborhood around 2 p.m., according to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Multiple people quit within hours at Jennings City Hall Investigators disclosed few details on what led up to the shooting, but police report that the suspect is conscious and breathing. No officers were hurt in the incident. St. Louis police have not yet disclosed what led up to the shooting or what kind of injuries the suspect shot might have suffered. This is a developing story. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

Many mysteries around next year's Cardinals rotation; Mo wants to add 'three starters'

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

ST. LOUIS - If the St. Louis Cardinals hope to prove 2023 is an outlier from their recent track record, getting some improvement from the pitching staff is a must. As a collective unit, the Cardinals pitching staff is up nearly one whole run in ERA from last year (3.79 to 4.53), only averaging around one quality start every three games, and remains near the record pace for most blown saves in a season. One avenue toward fixing this is finding the right combination of hurlers to set the tone for the game. The Cardinals will enter the offseason with several uncertainties in their starting rotation for the first time in several years. Only Miles Mikolas, and presumably Steven Matz if healthy, are good bets to fill a traditional five-man starting rotation. Just about every other possibility is on the table. ‘It’s a good feeling’ : Jordan Walker changes approach for big hit in comeback win This puts the Cardinals in a bit of a precarious situation: Do you promote from within the organ...

Gamblers won over $1.1M in jackpots during July at Ameristar Casino in St. Charles

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

ST. CHARLES, Mo. -- Several people hit the jackpot at Ameristar Casino in St. Charles in July. The casino reports that 12 people won at least $10,000 last month, with more than $1.1 million won in jackpots.Ameristar July jackpots:July 1: $12,000 from a Lock it Link machine.July 2: $14,000 from a Samurai 888 Katsum machine.July 5: $108,000 jackpot from on a Triple Diamond Strike machine.July 7: $10,000 on a Super Charge 7 machine.July 7: $16,000 on a Multi-Streak Poker machine.July 11: $13,000 on a Dollar Storm machine.July 12: $12,000 on a Lock it Link machine.July 13: $13,000 on a Lighting Link machine.July 15: $16,000 bonus on a Hot Roll Poker machine.July 16: 14,000 on a Piggy Game machine.July 22: $11,000 on a Buffalo Link machine.July 23: $11,000 on a Bonus Boost machine.Ameristar Casino has a wide assortment of slot machines and table games. Beyond gaming, it features elegant restaurants, bars, and captivating live entertainment, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the...

Woman campaigns to get the 'World's Largest Rubber Duck' to St. Louis

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:31:33 GMT

ST. LOUIS – A woman's determined campaign to bring the World's Largest Rubber Duck to St. Louis has captured significant attention. Scarlett Horton recently posted on the Collinsville Connection, urging residents to join her in requesting the World's Largest Rubber Duck to make a stop in St. Louis.Horton expressed her enthusiasm, stating in an interview with FOX 2, "Honestly, I love seeing The World's Largest things and take the opportunity to drive off the beaten path for a "world's largest" whenever I can. I even live in Collinsville now, right down the road from the world's largest ketchup bottle. So when I found out about this duck, I knew I needed to see it."A giant inflatable rubber duck floats past the USS Iowa battleship at the Port of Los Angeles on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2014. The world-famous sculpture sailed into the port for the first time Wednesday to kick off the Tall Ships Festival LA and will remain in the harbor through Sunday. The duck was designed by Dutch artist Fl...