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Waves rise 13 feet tall in California amid global warming: research

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Waves are getting bigger and surf at least 13 feet (about 4 meters) tall is becoming more common off California’s coast as the planet warms, according to innovative new research that tracked the increasing height from historical data gathered over the past 90 years.Oceanographer Peter Bromirski at Scripps Institution of Oceanography used the unusual method of analyzing seismic records dating back to 1931 to measure the change in wave height.When waves ricochet off the shore, they collide with incoming waves and cause a ripple of energy through the seafloor that can be picked up by seismographs designed to detect earthquakes. The greater the impact, the taller the wave is.Until now, scientists relied on a network of buoys by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that collect data on wave height along U.S. coasts, but that data along the California coast only went back to 1980.“Until I stumbled upon this data set, it was almost impossible to make that co...

How Bud Light lost its crown

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

(The Hill) - Bud Light has been locked for months in a contentious dispute with its consumer base over a brief partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney that has cost the brand and its parent company, Anheuser-Busch, billions in market value.The brewing giant this week said it plans to lay off hundreds of U.S. corporate employees in an announcement that was celebrated by conservative leaders who have voiced opposition to Bud Light’s partnership with Mulvaney and the expansion of transgender rights more broadly. The company did not mention Mulvaney or the ongoing controversy in its announcement.Mulvaney, a transgender influencer who has shared her transition journey with followers online, in April shared a sponsored post to her Instagram page promoting Bud Light’s annual March Madness sweepstakes, kicking off a deluge of conservative criticism over the company’s partnership with an openly transgender woman.Right-wing celebrities, media perso...

After years of delays, Ken Paxton to appear in court in securities fraud case hearing

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (Nexstar) — After eight years of delays and a change in venue, suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is set to appear in a Harris County court Thursday morning in a securities fraud case against him.Paxton faces felony charges and is accused of defrauding investors in a tech startup after being indicted in 2015.Last month in a 6-3 ruling, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals decided the case should remain in Houston, settling a key issue in the case as Paxton faces an impeachment trial in the Texas Senate next month. His case originally was in Collin County, where Paxton lives, but the trial judge there had lost jurisdiction over the case. Ken Paxton to appear in court in securities fraud case hearing Shortly after the Republican was first elected to the Office of Attorney General, a Collin County grand jury indicted Paxton in 2015 on two counts of securities fraud — a first-degree felony with a punishment of up to 99 years in prison — and one count ...

Tie for longest heatwave in Austin's history

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Today will mark Austin's 27th consecutive day at 100° or hotter - tying the current record for the longest heatwave in the city's history.Today's excessive heat will result in another Heat Advisory for Central Texas. Temperatures up to 105° and heat index values up to 112° are possible, so be sure to check in with yourself, family, friends and coworkers for any signs of heat-related illnesses.Thursday marks our 27th consecutive day at 100° or hotter - the longest stretch on Austin recordElevated fire weather, fueled by ongoing drought, rain-free conditions, breezy winds and low afternoon humidity, will trigger another Red Flag Warning 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. today.High to very high fire danger continues ThursdayRed Flag Warning re-issued Thursday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.As the ridge of high pressure remains parked over the region, our weather will fall into a "rinse & repeat" pattern. Mainly sunny skies, noticeable humidity, extreme afternoon heat and unusually warm mornings...

Search to continue for man missing in Bald Eagle Lake

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

A search for a man who went missing in a White Bear Township lake will resume Thursday, the Ramsey County sheriff’s office said.Deputies responded to Bald Eagle Lake off U.S. 61 about 8 p.m. Wednesday on a report of man who went underwater near an island and hadn’t returned to the surface, according to Steve Linders, a sheriff’s office spokesman.The sheriff’s office water patrol launched a boat and searched for the man, but they didn’t find him.The search will continue Thursday morning, Linders said. Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | St. Paul firefighters, with contract unsettled for 200+ days, hold informational picket Crime & Public Safety | Washington County deputy to appeal ruling in wrongful-death lawsuit Crime & Public Safety | Jury awards $11.5 million to family of man fatally shot by St. Paul officers Crime & Public Safety | Parents of missing Eagan man establish no...

David French: Trump indictment will produce the trial America needs

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

At last. The federal criminal justice system is going to legal war against one of the most dishonest, malicious and damaging conspiracies in the history of the United States. Tuesday’s indictment of Donald Trump, brought by special counsel Jack Smith’s office, is the culmination of a comprehensive effort to bring justice to those who attempted to overthrow the results of an American presidential election.In the weeks after the 2020 election, the legal system was in a defensive crouch, repelling an onslaught of patently frivolous claims designed to reverse the election results. In the months and years since the violent insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021, the legal system has switched from defense to offense. With all deliberate speed, prosecutors first brought charges against Trump’s foot soldiers, the men and women who breached the Capitol. Next, prosecutors pursued the organizers of Trumpist right-wing militias, the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, who had engaged in a seditious conspiracy t...

Shooting leaves 1 man dead, another injured in St. Paul

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

A man was killed and another was injured in a shooting Wednesday night in St. Paul.Officers responded to reports of a shooting in Frogtown just before 11 p.m. in the 90 block of Manitoba Avenue. They found a man with an apparent gunshot wound to the head, and paramedics pronounced him dead.Another man was reportedly grazed by a bullet and paramedics took him to Regions Hospital.As of early Thursday, police said they were interviewing possible witnesses and collecting evidence. Investigators asked anyone with information to call them at 651-266-5650.The homicide was the 21st of the year in St. Paul. Police said they will release the victim’s name after the Ramsey County medical examiner’s office confirms his identity.There were 22 homicides in St. Paul as of this date last year. Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Man convicted of killing, dismembering St. Paul man whose remains were dumped in Lake Superior Crime & Public Safety | 1 ...

5 things to know this Thursday, August 3

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Friday eve! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, we can expect a rise in humidity today compared to the last few days we've been enjoying in the NEWS10 viewing area. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! A 10-year-old was reported missing on Wednesday out of Troy. According to the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, she got into an unknown car on Tuesday around 11:40 p.m. and may be with Kristin Lagace, her non-custodial mother. Also, a man pleaded not guilty to the rape and murder of a 3-year-old in Rensselaer County Court Wednesday afternoon. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning. 1. Update on missing 10-year-old from TroyThe New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services has provided an update regarding Elizabeth Rosa, the missing 10-year-old reported missing out of Troy on Wednesday. Police say she may be with Kristin L...

Flash flooding concerns Thursday morning, spottier storm chances into the weekend

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

St. Louis weather from Meteorologist Angela Hutti:ST. LOUIS - The threat for severe thunderstorms is ending, but the threat of flash flooding is ongoing, especially south of I-70 for the next several hours. Thunderstorms coverage and impacts will begin to ease after 6:00 a.m. Scattered showers and storms will continue through the day in our southern counties. St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here Temperature highs will pop into the mid 80s with some afternoon sunshine. It will also be quite humid after all the recent rain. Spot to scattered shower and storms chances Friday into the weekend. With more dry time, temps will warm back towards 90 each day.

Lightning strike causes overnight house fire in Fenton, Missouri

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:05:48 GMT

FENTON, Mo. - A Fenton family was forced from their home overnight after authorities say lightning struck the house, catching it on fire.Officials with the Fenton Fire Protection District say fortunately the family living in the home was able to escape without any injuries, but there were some scary moments and the damage to the house is extensive. The roof is gone, and there is some siding damage to the homes on both sides.This happened at Meramec Meadows Drive, not far from Smitzer Mill Road and Meramec Station Road. Cardinals superfan charged with joining Capitol riot in red face paint, Trump hat Fire crews got the call a little after 11:00 p.m. There were storms in the area with lightning at the time. Fenton fire officials told FOX 2 that the family living in the home heard lightning strike the house then they smelled something burning.We're told told they started looking around and noticed the roof of the home was on fire. That's when the family got out and fire crews were ca...