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B.C. coroner’s inquest hears updated toxicology results for Myles Gray

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

BURNABY, B.C. — An initial drug screening report suggested Myles Gray had a natural psychoactive compound in his system when he died, but followup testing revealed a concentration that didn’t meet the threshold for detection, a forensic toxicologist told the British Columbia coroner’s inquest into the 33-year-old’s death.Aaron Shapiro testified that he reviewed the original toxicology report and changed the finding for mitragynine, an extract from an Asian plant known as kratom.“What this means is that the drug was either not present in the sample, or it means that the drug was present at a concentration that was below our instruments’ ability to detect it,” said Shapiro, testifying as an expert witness.“Unfortunately I can’t tell the difference between those two scenarios.”Gray died in August 2015, shortly after a beating by several Vancouver police officers that left him with injuries including a fractured eye socket, nose and ...

LL Cool J, first tour in 30 years, to stop in Chicago

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

CHICAGO -- "Ladies Love Cool James" will be hitting the road to tour for the first time in 30 years.LL Cool J will be stopping in Chicago for his "The F.O.R.C.E Live" tour at the United Center on Sunday, August 13.LL Cool J, more recently known for his acting, was one of the first hip-hop artists to achieve commercial success after his 1985 hit "I Need A Beat" from his debut album "Radio." But, his fourth studio album "Mama Said Knock You Out" in 1990 cemented his place in the hip-hop history books. Chicago & House Music: A relationship over four decades in the making The two-time Grammy Award winning hip-hop legend will have quiet the support during "The F.O.R.C.E Live" tour.Three-time Grammy Award winning supergroup, The Roots, will be embarking on the summer tour with LL Cool J. The Philadelphia-native band have been around for over 35 years and continue to redefine their style with hits like "The Seed (2.0)," "What They Do," and their Grammy Award winning single "You Got M...

Tornado Watch in effect through 1 a.m.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A Tornado Watch is in effect for much of the area, including Austin, until 1 a.m. Thursday for the potential of tornadoes.Severe thunderstorms are possible even outside of the Tornado Watch, with large hail and damaging winds the main concerns.We are concerned about isolated supercell development near or over the I-35 corridor this evening. Any storms that are able to develop could do so rapidly, and turn dangerous in a hurry. Make sure you download the KXAN Weather App and enable your location to receive severe weather alerts for your area.After an isolated severe storm, the "main event" comes along a cold front later tonight. The front is bringing scattered severe thunderstorms to the Hill Country this evening that are expected to move into the Austin area starting between 10-11 p.m. Storms will linger in many areas through the overnight hours.Showers will taper off early Thursday morning, with a pleasant, cooler day. Saturday night storms bring tennis ball size...

City of Austin Parks and Rec Dept. hiring for full-time temporary positions, offering up to $800 in bonuses

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Wednesday, the City of Austin announced a new bonus program within the Parks and Recreation Department to attract would-be workers with a bit of extra money.The city said the department needs cashiers, ground assistants and maintenance workers for the spring and summer. There are currently about 50 full-time temporary positions needing to be filled.People can get up to $800 in bonuses depending on the number of hours worked, according to the city.The city said an employee must work a certain number of hours until October 31, 2023, to be eligible. With 400 hours worked, there is a $400 bonus, and at 600 hours worked another $400 bonus would be added.The department is also offering similar bonuses to lifeguards this summer. The jobs themselves pay $20 an hour.

'Fix it:' Senators urged to pass bill to eliminate paper tags

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

KXAN (AUSTIN) -- State senators heard testimony on a bill Wednesday that would replace Texas' temporary paper license plates with metal ones. The bill, SB 2567 -- similar to one introduced in the House -- aims to crack down on widespread fraud and criminal activity tied to paper tags. It's a problem KXAN has investigated for years. Among those who testified: A Dallas-area police chief whose officer was killed last November while pursuing a suspect with a bogus paper tag."Fraudulent paper tags are the criminal instrument of choice for drug traffickers, human smugglers, auto theft rings, street gangs, street takeover groups," said Grand Prairie Police Chief Daniel Scesney. "And, yes, cop killers."His officer's death isn't the only one linked to fraudulent paper tags.Scesney gave lawmakers a copy of a fraudulent paper license plate his team made with a working QR code to show how easy it can be done -- even with the state's new security-enhanced features.He said his officers have seize...

Poop pills: First med to transplant healthy bacteria in fecal matter wins FDA approval

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

WASHINGTON — U.S. health officials on Wednesday approved the first pill made from healthy bacteria found in human waste to fight dangerous gut infections — an easier way of performing so-called fecal transplants.The new treatment from Seres Therapeutics provides a simpler, rigorously tested version of stool-based procedures that some medical specialists have used for more than a decade to help hard-to-treat patients.The Food and Drug Administration cleared the capsules for adults who face risks of repeat infections with Clostridium difficile, a bacteria that can cause severe nausea, cramping and diarrhea.C. diff is particularly dangerous when it reoccurs, leading to between 15,000 and 30,000 deaths per year. It can be killed with antibiotics but they also destroy good bacteria that live in the gut, leaving it more susceptible to future infections. The new capsules are approved for patients who have already received antibiotic treatment.More than 10 years ago, some doctors began repo...

Child struck by car at Steinmetz Homes in Schenectady

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Schenectady police are investigating after a child was struck by a vehicle on Wednesday.Around 6:20 p.m. Wednesday, police were called to the Steinmetz Homes Apartments for a report of a child being struck by a vehicle. The vehicle then fled the scene, police said. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to police, the vehicle was driving on the walkways within the housing complex. The child was treated at the scene and then taken to Ellis Hospital as a precaution. They did not sustain any injuries.The investigation is ongoing.

Driver in deadly Clinton Avenue crash sentenced

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Altamont man will serve eight to 24 years in prison for hitting and killing 31-year-old Tanisha Brathwaite with his car in September 2022 on Clinton Avenue in the city of Albany. Nsikak Okure, 34, was sentenced in Albany County Court on Wednesday. He pleaded guilty in February to Aggravated Vehicular Homicide and Leaving the Scene of an Accident.Prosecutors said Okure caused another crash about an hour later. His blood alcohol content at that time was nearly three times the legal limit. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Brathwaite, who was from Brooklyn, had just graduated from the University at Albany and planned to continue her studies. She was walking home from work at the time of the crash. Her family remembered her for her creativity and kindness."We have no Tanisha. We just have memories, and this is just so hard, just coming up here. I would never, ever, ever imagine my family sitting right...

AARP hosts free shredding event to prevent identity theft

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The AARP held a free shredding event in Albany on Wednesday. With spring cleaning underway and tax season behind us, the event was meant to give people the chance to safely get rid of personal financial records and other sensitive documents.Officials said improper disposal could put your information at risk. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "It's really about preventing identity theft," AARP New York Assoc. State Dir. for Community Engagement Robyn Haberman said. "If you're throwing away documents that have your name, your social security number, your birthday, your address, throwing it right in the garbage, somebody might find it and use that information to scam you out of money or steal your identity."Event organizers said they've seen documents from more than 30 years ago at previous events.

Two people die in two-vehicle crash with Arapahoe County deputy

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:02:57 GMT

Two people died in a two-vehicle crash with an Arapahoe County sheriff’s deputy Wednesday afternoon.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Victim in Jefferson County rock-hurling attacks mourns the loss of life in crime spree Crime and Public Safety | Parking garage at SouthGlenn mall reopens as police investigate suspicious death Crime and Public Safety | One dead, two others hospitalized in Lakewood apartment fire Crime and Public Safety | Suspect arrested in southwest Denver fatal shooting Crime and Public Safety | Outdoor death in Denver’s La Alma-Lincoln Park neighborhood investigated as a homicide The crash happened at about 3:25 p.m. at East Broncos Parkway and South Blackhawk Street, according to the Colorado State Patrol.The 69-year-old male driver of a vehicle involved died at the scene, said CSP Master Trooper Gary Cutler. A 75-year-old female passenger in the vehicle was taken ...