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What is the Marburg virus? Another country reports outbreak of 'highly virulent' disease

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

(NewsNation) – The African country of Tanzania reported its first-ever outbreak of Marburg disease, which has so far resulted in eight total cases and five deaths. The Ebola-related virus was also responsible for additional lab-confirmed illnesses stemming from a February outbreak in Equatorial Guinea, which has so far sickened nine patients, seven of which have died.In a statement issued earlier this week, the World Health Organization has said an additional 161 people — all considered "contacts" of those sickened — were being monitored for symptoms.“The efforts by Tanzania’s health authorities to establish the cause of the disease is a clear indication of the determination to effectively respond to the outbreak," said Dr Matshidiso Moeti, the WHO regional director for Africa, was quoted as saying in a recent news release. "We are working with the government to rapidly scale up control measures to halt the spread of the virus and end the outbreak as soon as possible."The "highly vi...

U.S. Marshals arrest woman in connection with north Austin homicide investigation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The U.S. Marshals-led Lone Star Fugitive Task Force arrested a woman Thursday morning on a murder charge out of Austin.According to the LSFTF, law enforcement officials arrested Brittney Curry, 32, of Pflugerville, in connection to a fatal shooting that occurred March 18 in the 300 block of Deen Avenue in north Austin. RELATED: Officials responding to fatal shooting in north Austin At the scene, Austin police officers found a man, later identified as 20-year-old Barry Dockery, lying in the backyard with a gunshot wound. EMS attempted life-saving measures, but Dockery was later pronounced dead.APD conducted a homicide investigation and identified Curry as a suspect, and an arrest warrant was obtained March 20, according to the LSFTF.According to a release, APD requested additional assistance from the task force Wednesday to find and arrest Curry.The LSFTF initiated a fugitive investigation and arrested Curry in the 8400 block of E. Parmer Lane in Mano...

What you need to prepare for disasters in Texas, from wildfires to severe weather

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) - Hurricanes, fires, tornadoes, blizzards, and earthquakes have granted Texas the title of the most disaster-prone state in the country, according to studies in recent reports. This distinction has raised eyebrows and carried weight around the Lone Star State, especially as March 2023 marks the 17th anniversary of the deadly Panhandle wildfires of 2006 and the six-year anniversary of the devastating Panhandle wildfires of 2017. With the end of La Niña expected to linger in some form until later in the summer, drought conditions slowly but steadily spreading, and outdoor burn bans active across much of the state, Texans are bracing for emergency situations in fire season alongside looking toward preparations for tornadoes in the coming months. For many, this can mean having plans and emergency kits prepared in case of an evacuation, and otherwise preparing at home for severe storms. Here are a set of checklists and other tips for families to reference when...

Willie Nelson honored with Texas educational endowment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

AUSTIN (AP) — Weeks after winning more Grammys, Willie Nelson is getting a new kind of honor: a university endowment in Texas.The 89-year-old country music icon, who in the 1980s helped launch the Farm Aid benefit concerts, is the namesake of the new Willie Nelson Endowment for Uplifting Rural Communities at the University of Texas’ LBJ School of Public Affairs, the school announced Wednesday.The endowment will fund research and student fellowships benefiting rural and farm communities. The “Always on My Mind” singer has raised more than $70 million for family farm owners through Farm Aid, according to the school, which also plans to honor the Texas native at a May gala.“Willie Nelson is a national treasure who gained fame through his sheer musical talent and won hearts as someone who truly cares about the lives of his fellow Americans,” Larry Temple, Chairman of the LBJ Foundation Board of Trustees, said in a statement.At the Grammys last month, Nelson’s won best country album for ...

LEGOLAND New York Resort becomes Certified Autism Center

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

GOSHEN, N.Y. (NEWS10) — LEGOLAND New York Resort has become the latest attraction to become a Certified Autism Center. When the 2023 season opens on March 31st, every ride will have a sensory guide for attractions with bright lights or loud sounds to help accommodate kids on the spectrum. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Every member of our team has received special training in how to serve guests that have autism or are on the autism spectrum and have other sensory challenges,” Matt Basterman, Public Relations Manager at LEGOLAND, said.Sensory guides can be seen all over the theme park and at entrances to attractions. There are also quiet rooms dedicated to children with various sensory needs. Mishala Scott has brought her children here before and says she feels more at ease that the theme park is certified. “I really appreciate that they have at least two hours to themselves,” Scott said. “For this park, I don’t have...

Man accused of throwing rocks at cars on St. Louis highway

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Police have arrested a man accused of throwing rocks at cars from a bridge onto a St. Louis highway. Phillip Carter, 37, is behind bars in connection with the rock-throwing incidents. He was booked into jail Friday after being questioned in the investigation, according to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Top Stories: Missouri House approves new round of income tax cuts Prior to his arrest, SLMPD received several calls about someone throwing rocks from the Hampton Avenue overpass onto Interstate 64. According to SLMPD, Carter admitted to officers that he threw rocks at the cars. Investigators have not yet disclosed a motive, nor the dates of the reported rock-throwing incidents. SLMPD says warrants will be applied at the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office.

Man robbed at gunpoint by girlfriend's son, others in north St. Louis

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A man was robbed at gunpoint by his girlfriend's son and two others Friday in north St. Louis while he was working on his girlfriend's son's car. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department says the situation unfolded around noon Friday in the 6000 block of Emma Avenue in the Walnut Park West neighborhood. The victim told police he was starting to work on his girlfriend's son's car when he went inside the home to find the proper equipment. The son, along with another woman, entered the victim's home while he went inside. Top Stories: Missouri House approves new round of income tax cuts After that, police say one of the suspects pulled out a gun and pointed it at the victim. The suspects then took off with money, the victim's gold watch and a necklace. Both took off from the home after that. Police say another suspect was waiting outside while the armed robbery unfolded in the home and took off in a gray Nissan Rogue. Additional details are limited at this time. If yo...

Broncos HC Sean Payton hiring LSU’s Jamar Cain to work with pass-rushers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

Sean Payton’s continuing to add to his first Broncos coaching staff.The former New Orleans head coach is dipping into the college ranks near his former home, adding LSU assistant Jamar Cain as a pass-rush coaching specialist in Denver, a source confirmed to The Post on Saturday.Related ArticlesDenver Broncos | What can Broncos get in trade for receivers Jerry Jeudy, Courtland Sutton? Patience may prove to be a virtue. Denver Broncos | Broncos sign WR Marquez Callaway, another former New Orleans player, to one-year deal Denver Broncos | Breaking down Broncos by position between free agency and April’s NFL Draft Denver Broncos | How Sean Payton convinced Samaje Perine to join Broncos, embrace backfield partnership with Javonte Williams Denver Broncos | Broncos WR KJ Hamler facing lengthy absence after tearing muscle while training on his own, source says The 2022 season was Cain’s first i...

Pedestrian killed in Denver hit-and-run; Medina Alert posted

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Denver, and a Medina Alert was issued in the incident.The fatal crash happened about 8 p.m. Friday at West 14th Avenue and Federal Boulevard, according to investigators.Police are looking for a white 2006 Ford F-150 pickup  with an extended cab and Colorado license plate ARO143.If you see this vehicle, please call 911. pic.twitter.com/qYpqSvcGNf— CBI (@CBI_Colorado) March 25, 2023The truck has front-end damage to the grill and a bug guard, according to police. The passenger side headlight is inoperable.Anyone with information on the incident, the truck or suspect driver, is asked to call 911 or Denver police at 720-913-2000. 

Oakland man found guilty of child sex trafficking

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:40:15 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO – A 36-year-old Oakland man is facing up to life in prison after a jury convicted him of child sex trafficking and producing child pornography, federal prosecutors said.The jury found Kenneth Orlando Sparks guilty of trafficking the teenage victim on the “Blade,” a term used to describe commercial sex strips in San Francisco and Oakland, as well as recording videos of himself having sex with the victim in July 2019.In a statement Thursday, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said Sparks arranged to transport the teen to and from the Blade and offered her advice and instruction while she was working. He also reportedly disregarded a warning about the victim’s age.Authorities opened an investigation into Sparks after San Francisco police officers stopped him and the teen in July 2019. Prosecutors said the officers learned the victim was a minor and observed evidence of her involvement in commercial sex work.A federal grand jury indicted Sparks on Sept. 29, 2021, charging him with...