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Supreme Court to hear cases on Florida, Texas social media laws

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

(The Hill) -- The Supreme Court on Friday announced it will hear two cases stemming from controversial laws in Texas and Florida regulating social media platforms’ content moderation decisions.The laws aim to prohibit social media companies from banning users based on political views, even if users violate platform policies, essentially limiting companies from being able to enforce their own policies.The high court will consider whether the laws’ content moderation restrictions and their “individualized-explanation requirements” are compliant with the First Amendment.Any outcome at the Supreme Court could have resounding implications for online speech after two lower courts, the 5th Circuit and 11th Circuit appeals courts, had conflicting opinions on blocking and upholding the two states’ similar laws. The laws were challenged in court by two tech industry groups, the Computer and Communications Industry Association (CCIA) and NetChoice. They said the social media laws violate ...

'Rooted deep inside': Meet the two women who led charge, saving site of Austin's first Black school

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Myrtle Robinson and her daughter Carol Williams took a walk down memory lane on the grounds of Austin's first all-Black school. Robinson attended The Montopolis School. She and Williams have led efforts for years to protect the school through their group called Montopolis Strong. The Montopolis SchoolThe Montopolis SchoolThey're thrilled after the City of Austin recently voted to dedicate the land to protect the old school building. It said it is committed to preserving it as a historical and cultural landmark."Oh, man, if I could have shouted up in that city council, would say, 'oh, mommy,' while I shout. The neighborhood has changed, and this is the only thing we really have left," Williams said.The land used to be privately owned before 2019 and almost became a site for mixed-use housing and retail spaces.Old photos from The Montopolis SchoolOld yearbook photos from The Montopolis SchoolIt wasn't until a tense eminent domain process that the city took possession o...

Doctors stress vaccines to protect against triple threat of flu, COVID and RSV

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Despite the abnormally warm temperatures in Central Texas, fall is here and along with it a reminder from doctors who say some viruses tend to hit hard this time of year."We are urging people to take advantage of the vaccines and treatments we have available,” said Dr. Rosha McCoy with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMS). “Prevention is always the best way so you don't get sick or in the hospital or get long-term symptoms.”When it comes to the flu, McCoy urges you to get the vaccine as soon as possible.“The flu vaccine is available. You should get it in September or October.”There is an update to this latest flu vaccine according to McCoy. “One new interesting recommendation is that people with egg allergies don't need to be concerned at all. They can get the flu vaccine, no special considerations for them," McCoy said. What you should know as fall vaccinations against COVID, flu and RSV get underway COVID-19 vaccines are also available. McCoy emph...

Is artificial intelligence improving traffic in Austin?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Could artificial intelligence play a role in improving how we get around Austin?KXAN Traffic Anchor Erica Brennes met up with a startup company during the MOVE Mobility Conference this week that is developing AI software that would help move emergency vehicles, buses and cars around cities more efficiently.Below is a transcription of the interview, edited for grammar and clarity. Brennes: Joining me today is Tim Menard. He is the CEO and founder of LYT. He's in town for the MOVE America transportation conference at the Austin Convention Center. Tim, let's discuss Austin traffic. It's one of the top issues for our community. You deal with artificial intelligence when it comes to traffic solutions. How do you think AI could help improve Austin traffic?Menard: Well, in a very growing community that we have here it is going to be very important that we're going to be able to use artificial intelligence because it can understand things that we as people just can't really...

The Loop NFL Picks: Week 4

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

Vikings at Panthers (+3½)Speculation grows on the East Coast that a Vikings loss could lead them to tank the rest of the season and trade Kirk Cousins to the quarterback-needy New York Jets. The J-E-T-S believe that Captain Kirk would be a slightly better QB option than Zach Wilson, Tim Boyle and 80-year-old Joe Namath.Pick: Vikings by 3EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – OCTOBER 14: Joe Namath speaks during a Super Bowl III 50th Anniversary celebration during halftime of the game between the New York Jets and the Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium on October 14, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)Chiefs at Jets (+9½)Injured quarterback Aaron Rodgers called out his Jets teammates for their very public sideline spats the past couple of weeks. Rodgers knows the much more mature way to air your petty personal grievances is to broadcast them on The Pat McAfee Show.Pick: Chiefs by 21FILE – New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) practices before a...

Milton eatery holding food truck naming contest

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

MILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Neighborhood Kitchen, located at 312 Rowland Street in Milton, just bought its first food truck. The owners are now looking for the community to give it a name. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Neighborhood Kitchen is hosting a food truck naming contest on its social media pages. The owners will choose their favorite name suggestion and that person will get a $100 Neighborhood Kitchen gift card.The food truck will be available for weddings, private and corporate events, graduations, festivals, and more. To participate in the contest, you must follow or like Neighborhood Kitchen on Facebook and Instagram, and comment your name suggestion on the food truck posts on either platform. The favorite name will be chosen on October 7. Saratoga Wing Off returning for 2023 Neighborhood Kitchen is a takeout, delivery, catering, and market business that opened in March. Owners Chip and Wendy Lawrence and Chef Brian...

17-year-old arrested in connection to Albany shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 17-year-old has been arrested following a shooting investigation, according to the Albany Police Department. The accused, whose name will not be released due to his age, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On September 27 at 7:50 p.m., police responded to the 300 block of South Pearl Street following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers found a 32-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. Police say the victim was treated at the scene by emergency medical personnel before being taken to Albany Medial Center, where they are currently in stable condition. The investigation by Albany detectives identified the 17-year-old as a suspect in the shooting, and police took him into custody on September 28. Schenectady man arrested for 2022 shooting in Albany The 17-year-old was charged with second-degree attempted murder and second-degree criminal possession of a wea...

DOJ: Scotia man attempted to entice minor

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Scotia man was arrested on Wednesday and is accused of attempting to entice a minor. Zachary Long, 23, faces a minimum of 10 years in prison if convicted. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), between August 22 and September 27, Long exchanged texts with someone in Albany. In those messages, Long allegedly expressed the desire to engage in sexual conduct with a minor. The DOJ says Long and the other person had discussed plans to meet at a prearranged location to engage in sexual acts with the child. Long arrived at the location on Wednesday, was met by law enforcement, and was arrested. East Greenbush police investigating serious bicycle vs. car crash If convicted, Long could also face a maximum term of life in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and a term of supervised release of at least five years to life. Long would also have to register as a sex offender...

Delays in new COVID Booster availability

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

LAKE LUZERNE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Those seeking the new COVID vaccine booster may face some hurdles. Pharmacies say they’re not getting the boosters as quickly as they expected and some are reporting a gap in vaccination availability. “There have been some shipping difficulties,” said Leigh McConchie, president of the Pharmacist’s Society of New York. McConchie says many pharmacies he spoke with this week have yet to receive their supply of new boosters. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We were told we’d have it second to third week of September,” he said. “Moderna says they will get it to us as soon as possible with no specific date and no specific reason behind the delay in shipping.”McConchie believes the hold-up is a result of the way pharmacies now order the vaccine, which is no longer through the Federal Government.“In the first round, the manufacturers sent all their stuff directly to basically what I’ll call a clearing hou...

Missouri teacher on leave over 'Onlyfans' page

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:09 GMT

ST. CLAIR, Mo. - A high school English teacher is on leave after school administrators discovered her profile on the pornography website OnlyFans.Brianna Coppage, 28, told FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that her access to school email and other software has been revoked while the district investigates. She also shared that she joined OnlyFans over the summer to supplement her teaching salary. St. Louis had only 2 officers for an entire district – Both called in sick According to the Post-Dispatch, Coppage made about $42,000 last year teaching freshman and sophomore English. She says she earns an additional $8,000 to $10,000 a month performing on OnlyFans.The district says any action taken against Coppage will be in accordance with board policy.