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New report finds U.S. is losing in science, technology

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Leaders with the Science & Technology Action Committee (STAC) warn the United States is losing the race for global leadership in science and technology."The State of Science in America" report surveyed workers in five key sectors including health care, K-12 education, STEM, military/national security and business.“The biggest takeaway that I took from it was that there's a worry amongst this group of folks who are working in professions. Health care and education, the military, all of whom think that the United States is on a path or has already lost its competitive edge in science and technology," said Sudip Parikh with the American Association for the Advancement of Science.The STAC analysis looked into the obstacles it said are keeping the country from advancing in science and technology.“The number one thing that almost all of the sectors of workers identified is education, K-12 education,” said Parikh.“We have to do a better job of educating our children. If...

Loons to keep interim head coach Sean McAuley going into 2024 season

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

Minnesota United said Tuesday it will retain interim head coach Sean McAuley going into the 2024 MLS season.The Loons said Monday new Chief Soccer Officer Khaled El-Ahmad will leave his current leadership roles at English club Barnsley on Dec. 15, and pending his visa situation, he is expected to start with MNUFC soon after Jan. 1.At that point, El-Ahmad will proceed with finding a long-term solution at head coach at that time, the Pioneer Press understands. The Loons will then determine a candidate pool, conduct interviews and set out for a full-time hiring.El-Ahmad and Loons CEO Shari Ballard have been discussion the club’s transition over the last month. In early November, Ballard told reporters that the club would have a head coach in place for the start of preseason in early January. It’s unclear when that person became McAuley.McAuley will help provide a smoother transition for the first team. He had been manager Adrian Heath’s top assistant coach for the last five seaso...

Paul Bunyan? Gophers backup center Jack Wilson has become a fan favorite at The Barn

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

The sparse crowd at Williams Arena got rowdy last week once the Gophers men’s basketball team took a 30-point lead over New Orleans.That’s when Minnesota’s 6-foot-11, 285-pound backup center Jack Wilson came off the end of the bench and entered the blowout. Some of the loudest cheers across the Gophers’ 97-64 victory came when Wilson scored, rebounded or generally out-muscled opponents.One father-son pair of Gopher fans high up in Section 202 has been relishing every time Wilson has played this season. Father Pat Doyle and son Maguire Doyle — like so many college basketball fans across the country — love it when benchwarmers get rare playing time.When the rotation for playing time reaches reserves and walk-ons, the Gophers are likely winning big — a rarity in recent years at The Barn. After not playing in the Ohio State loss Sunday, Wilson is not expected to get much playing time when Minnesota (5-3, 0-1 Big Ten) plays host to Nebraska (7-1, 0-0) in the Big Ten home opener at ...

New Way Lunch closing Queensbury location

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New Way Lunch is set to close its Queensbury location at 731 Upper Glen Street. Alexandria Gazetos Mineo, daughter of owner Peter Gazetos and manager of the Queensbury shop, said it'll be closing on December 30. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Mineo told NEWS10 that staffing has been difficult and they'll be focusing their energy on their other two locations on South Street in Glens Falls and Warrensburg. The New Way Lunch owners will be releasing more information on their next move in the future.A staple of the Glens Falls area, New Way Lunch has been open since 1919. The restaurant is best known for its "Dirt Dog," which has mustard, onions, and New Way Lunch's famous meat sauce. Wine shop moves into former Clement Art space in Troy In addition to its famous hot dog, New Way Lunch serves hamburgers, sandwiches, salads, chicken tenders, haddock, and several sides. You can view the menu for each l...

Instant admission day at Hudson Valley Community College

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Instant admission day at Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) will take place on Wednesday from noon to 4 p.m. at the HVCC South Capital South Campus Center. Interested applicants for the 2024 Spring semester can meet with an admissions counselor on the spot and be accepted on the spot. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The semester begins on January 16, 2024. Candidates can learn about different academic programs and review the steps to become an enrolled student. Prospective students should bring their academic records, including all high school and previous college transcripts.

Final farewell today for tow truck driver killed on job

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

COLUMBIA, Ill. - The final goodbyes are Tuesday morning and night for 57-year-old Wade Bivins. He's the beloved Metro East man who was tragically killed last week while doing his job as a tow truck driver.The company that Bivins worked for, 'Paw Paw Towing,' is helping to organize a procession as part of the memorial for him. The manager there told FOX 2 Tuesday morning that she expects at least 100 tow trucks to be part of that procession, with some coming from as far away as Evansville, Indiana. There will also be many emergency vehicles, including fire trucks.Bivins was from East Carondelet and was known for his generosity and volunteer work. In addition to being a tow truck driver, Bivins was a volunteer firefighter, served on the East Carondelet Emergency Services Disaster Agency, and even played Santa Claus at Christmas celebrations.The tragedy happened last Wednesday morning. Man makes dash for it as city tries towing car with expired tags Bivins had responded to a call for...

St. Louis man dies in Texas County crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

TEXAS COUNTY, Mo. -- A St. Louis man died after his 2016 Ford F-150 crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with two other vehicles Monday. The Texas County Coroner declared James Russo, 51, deceased around 5 p.m. Troopers say that he was not wearing a seatbelt.The Missouri Highway Patrol says that Russo was driving on US 63 near Gardner Road north of Cabool at around 4:50 p.m. on December 4, 2023. His vehicle crossed the center of the roadway and smashed into a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. Man makes dash for it as city tries towing car with expired tags That vehicle had a man, a woman, and two children from Alabama in it. They were taken to a nearby hospital to be treated for their injuries.Russo's vehicle then hit a semi truck. and was ejected from his vehicle. The 2013 Kenworth semi drove off the road and overturned. An ambulance took the 51-year-old semi truck driver from Indiana to a hospital in Springfield, Missouri.

19-year-old arrested on suspicion of DUI following deadly crash on 5 Freeway

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

A teenager was arrested on suspicion of DUI after a crash that left his two passengers dead and forced the closure of southbound lanes on the 5 Freeway through Santa Fe Springs Tuesday morning. The crash was reported at 1:39 a.m. just north of Carmenita Road, according to the California Highway Patrol's traffic incident log. A Honda Accord struck a big rig that was stopped on the shoulder of the freeway, CHP Sgt. Olivera said. Emergency crews respond to a fatal crash in Santa Fe Springs on Dec. 5, 2023. (OnScene.TV)It was unclear why the big rig was stopped but the driver of the Honda drifted onto the shoulder while driving at a high rate of speed and hit the back of the truck. The truck driver was not injured, authorities said.Three men were inside the Honda at the time of the crash.Two male passengers, including one who was ejected from the vehicle, died in the collision, Olivera said.“The driver was taken to UCI [Medical Center] and he’s been arrested for DUI,” Olivera said. Vide...

Calls from police impersonators increasing in Orange County community 

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

A local police department is warning residents to be extra vigilant after a series of calls from people pretending to be law enforcement officials. According to an Instagram post from the Cypress Police Department, several people have reported getting WhatsApp phone calls from out of country numbers. “The callers are utilizing the Cypress Police Department patch as the logo that is shown on their caller ID and profile,” Cypress police said.   19-year-old arrested on suspicion of DUI following deadly crash on 5 Freeway The callers request individuals to send donations to the police department and Police Officer Association, even though they are not affiliated with either organization. Residents are asked to not donate to the scammers and alert police if they receive a similar call, text or email. 

Man dies while in custody at San Bernardino County detention facility

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:32:24 GMT

Authorities with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department have launched an investigation into what led up to the death of a man while he was in their custody.According to an SBSD release, Corey Bennett, 50, of Adelanto was arrested at Victorville Courthouse on Friday as a court remand for grand theft and possession of a stolen vehicle.  19-year-old arrested on suspicion of DUI following deadly crash on 5 Freeway “It was believed Bennett was attempting to bring a controlled substance into the jail facility and he was placed in a cell for observation,” law enforcement officials said. The following morning, Bennett became ill while in his cell at the High Desert Detention Center. Staff provided immediate medical attention, but his condition worsened, deputies said.He was transported to a nearby hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. Armed man vandalizes dozens of vehicles in Koreatown, police say The cause and manner of Bennett’s death has not yet been released. A...