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Lil Tay, child rapper and YouTube personality, dies

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

(KTLA) – Lil Tay, the young YouTube star and rapper, has died. According to reports online, she was just 14 years old. The family of Tay, whose real name is Claire Hope, issued a statement about her death in a post on Instagram Wednesday morning. The statement revealed her brother had died, as well. "It is with a heavy heart that we share the devastating news of our beloved Claire's sudden and tragic passing. We have no words to express the unbearable loss and indescribable pain," the statement read. "This outcome was entirely unexpected and has left us all in shock. Her brother's passing adds an even more unimaginable depth to our grief. During this time of immense sorrow, we kindly ask for privacy as we grieve this overwhelming loss, as the circumstances surrounding Claire and her brother's passing are still under investigation.""Claire will forever remain in our hearts, her absence leaving an irreplaceable voice that will be felt by all who knew and loved her," the statement...

‘End Call’ button will be moved in latest iPhone software update

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- One of the changes coming as part of Apple's upcoming iPhone software update may require you to retrain your thumbs. Among the changes and new features being rolled out as part of the iOS 17 update will be the relocation of the "End Call" button from the center of the call screen to the bottom right.Replacing the "End Call" button in the center of the call screen will be the button that brings up the Keypad, according to a screenshot displayed in a CNBC report. For long-term iPhone users, accustomed to hanging up calls by pressing the center button, there could be a period of readjustment. Some social media users are already complaining about it.iOS 17 will be one of the biggest revamps of the iPhone phone apps in years. Beyond the end button, there are additional changes to the placement of other call features seen on past iOS versions. The “Mute” and “Speaker” buttons, for example, have swapped — as have the “FaceTime” and “Keyboard” options. And it appears...

Kelly Ripa doesn't think there will be a female president in her lifetime: 'It's scary. It's sad'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

(The Hill) -- Kelly Ripa says it’s “depressing,” but she doesn’t expect to see a woman in the White House in her lifetime.“This goes regardless of political affiliation: Women have to deal with so much bulls--- in every facet of life,” Ripa said on her “Let’s Talk Off Camera” podcast, released Wednesday.“But when it comes to politics, take that and put it to the 100th power,” the “Live! With Kelly and Mark” host said.Women in politics, Ripa said, “have to be tough, but not too tough. They have to look good, but not too good. They can't be emotional, but they can't be cold. Or they're too strong or not strong enough. Or what if she gets her period — will she launch a nuclear weapon?”“I mean, it's just the absolute crap that they have to deal with,” added Ripa, 52.Asked by one of her podcast co-hosts if she thinks the country “will ever see a female president” during Ripa’s life, the TV personality replied, “I, unfortunately, do not.”“It's scary. It's sad. It's depressing. It's d...

25-year-old single mom and newborn among evacuees from Cedar Park brush fire

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

CEDAR PARK (KXAN) — Makayla Cray didn't even have time to grab diapers on her way out of the apartment Tuesday, flames flaring up behind her shortly after she rushed to evacuate. Maykayla Cray and her newborn, Parmer Lane Fire Evacuees. (KXAN photos/Jala Washington).On Wednesday morning, she returned to the Bexley at Silverado complex as a helicopter circled around the residential area, dumping water on lingering flames and hot spots. Her building is right next to the one that was destroyed by the fire in the residential area, she told KXAN Reporter Jala Washington. Not able to get back inside, a Cedar Park Police Officer offered to go back into her unit to grab diapers, medication and bottles for her newborn. This story will be updated by Reporter Jala Washington.

Gov. Greg Abbott holds ceremonial signing of historic property tax cut package

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Gov. Greg Abbott will hold a ceremonial signing of a historic property tax cut Wednesday afternoon. Abbott officially signed the $18 billion package last month, sending the proposals to voters for their approval later this year.The governor will hold a ceremonial signing at 1 p.m. The signing will be live-streamed in this story and on the KXAN Facebook page. Abbott posted on social media Wednesday he was "proud to sign into law the largest property tax cut in Texas history.""Over $18 BILLION will go back to Texans, providing property tax relief to homeowners, seniors, and small businesses," the post read. In another post, he said, "Texas has the fastest growing economy in the nation. The money from our state's historic budget surplus belongs to hardworking Texans. We are giving that money back with the LARGEST property tax cut in Texas history."The package puts $12.6 billion of the state’s historic budget surplus toward making cuts to school taxes for...

Visitation School to mark 150th anniversary with events Friday-Sunday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

Visitation School in Mendota Heights is marking its 150th anniversary with three days of events beginning Friday.The school was founded in 1873 when six Visitation nuns traveled on a steamship to the area from St. Louis. They docked at Lower Landing in St. Paul on Aug. 12 and started teaching 29 students in the iniital year.The school’s celebration will include several alumna events on Friday. On Saturday and Sunday events open to the public will be held on the school grounds at 2455 Visitation Drive.Saturday events will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. They will include carnival games, live music and food trucks. On Saturday evening an outdoor concert — from 7 to 10 p.m. — will feature Martin Zellar and the Hardways with Ross Bell opening. The concert is for those 21 years and older.Sunday will feature a 10 a.m. Mass with Visitation nuns and Archbishop Bernard Hebda at the school. A continental breakfast will be served afterward. For more information visit visitatio...

SP: Suspect issued bad checks to pay for car repairs

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 39-year-old resident of Cornwallville was arrested on Wednesday for using bad checks to pay for car repair services. Jessica M. Glendenning was charged with grand larceny in the third degree, grand larceny in the fourth degree, scheme to defraud in the first degree, and two counts of issuing a bad check. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the New York State Police, a complaint was made on April 19 at a car service center in Colonie. Police determined that Glendenning wrote a check for over $1,000 for repair services. The account the check was written from had been closed since June 2022. Glendenning also failed to provide payment when the business reached out to her on multiple occasions.Police discovered that Glendenning submitted another check for car repairs at a different car service center in Colonie in March 2022. The payment was for over $3,000 worth of repair services. The account th...

Nederland man facing arson, animal cruelty charges in Tuesday fire that killed dog

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

A Nederland man is facing arson and animal cruelty charges after a structure fire on Wolftongue Cabin Court Tuesday morning that killed a dog.Homeowner Jarrod Rothwell, 30, admitted to playing with a butane lighter that caught clothes on fire in the basement of the two-story cabin, according to the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office news release.According to the release, deputies smelled smoke at 1:53 a.m. Tuesday, and then discovered the cabin fully engulfed.Multiple departments responded to battle the fire and fire personnel search the home for any occupants but found no one, the release said. No injuries to people were reported and no other structures were damaged.Deputies later learned from Rothwell that a dog was in the home at the time of the fire which he did not try to save or alert first responders of.The dog was later found dead inside the residence.Rothwell was arrested on suspicion of fourth-degree arson and misdemeanor animal cruelty. He was taken into custody and is sched...

Road Closed Following Multi-Vehicle Crash on Bollinger Canyon [San Ramon, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

Three-Vehicle Collision on Crow Canyon Road Resulted in ClosuresSAN RAMON, CA (August 9, 2023) – Thursday afternoon, a multi-vehicle crash on Bollinger Canyon resulted in multiple road closures.The collision happened around 4:00 p.m. on U.S. 95 and mile marker 39 in Mineral County.According to authorities, numerous vehicles collided for reasons still unknown, near Crow Canyon.Moreover, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.Authorities did not release any additional information at this time.However, a further investigation is underway to determine the cause and factors leading up to the collision.Thousands of people are injured each year due to reckless driving. If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. You can help prevent an accident by abiding by all traffic laws and observing safety precautio...

Sarah King Killed in Bicycle Collision on Commerce Boulevard [Rohnert Park, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:49 GMT

51-Year-Old Woman Pronounced Dead after Pickup-Truck Crash on Commerce BoulevardROHNERT PARK, CA (August 9, 2023) – Friday afternoon, Sarah King was killed in a bicycle collision on Commerce Boulevard.The incident happened around 12:40 p.m., in the 5700 block of Commerce Boulevard.Per reports, the driver of a Dodge Ram 1500 was heading north from a parking lot and struck a bicyclist who was heading south on the eastbound lanes.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the female cyclist dead at the scene. Authorities later identified her as 51-year-old King, of Santa Rosa.Meanwhile, the driver of the van remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. Officers do not believe that drugs or alcohol played a factor. Once available, more details will be provided.The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Sarah...