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Dozens of bird names to change in purge of former enslavers, racists

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

(The Hill) — The American Ornithological Society (AOS) plans to change the names of all the bird species named after people, prioritizing those named after enslavers and prominent racists.In a news release on Wednesday, the organization said it will remove the names given to North American birds such as Lewis's Woodpecker, Townsend's Warbler and Anna's Hummingbird, adding the monikers will be replaced with ones that honor the species' geographic jurisdiction. “There is power in a name, and some English bird names have associations with the past that continue to be exclusionary and harmful today. We need a much more inclusive and engaging scientific process that focuses attention on the unique features and beauty of the birds themselves,” AOS President Handel said in a statement.  “Everyone who loves and cares about birds should be able to enjoy and study them freely — and birds need our help now more than ever.” 21 species across Alabama, 15 other states now considered extinct: US...

Jason Aldean says he would only change one thing about controversial 'Try That in a Small Town' music video

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Jason Aldean has nearly no regrets about his music video "Try That in a Small Town," which spurred backlash with its release earlier this year. If granted an opportunity to do it over again, he would change almost nothing, the country singer told CBS News in an interview.The music video shows protesters clashing with police, an American flag burning on the ground, and surveillance footage of robberies, before Aldean sings, "Try that in a small town, see how far you make it down the road." Critics said the video included racist depictions and the song promotes vigilante violence. Country Music Television (CMT) ended up pulling the music video following the backlash. ‘This is not American’: Sheryl Crow responds to Jason Aldean’s controversial song Aldean continued to defend the song's lyrics and the video's contents in his interview with CBS. "There was people of all color doing stuff in the video," he said. "There was white people in there. There was Black people....

Chicago council expected to discuss migrant shelter plans Wednesday

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

CHICAGO —    Chicago City Council is expected to discuss shelter for migrants and the homeless at Wednesday’s meeting.There is a plan for a migrant tent camp at 115th and Halstead in the West Pullman neighborhood.  The location is currently a vacant Jewel store and parking lot.The housing committee agreed Monday to accept the property and the full city council is expected to vote on it Wednesday.Council also expected to vote on the Bring Chicago Home resolution which was moved forward Tuesday by the rules committee with a vote of 32-to-16. The issue now slated to be up for public referendum in March. It aims to quadruple the real estate transfer tax on properties over $1.5 million and double it on the sale of properties over a million dollars. It would also lower it from the current flat rate of point 75 percent to .6 percent for properties under a million.Those hikes though are expected to generate $100 million in annual revenue which would then be used to tackle the...

Southwest Airlines to fly nonstop from Austin to Boston beginning in June

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Fliers between Austin and Boston will soon have more options to choose from as Southwest Airlines will resume seasonal service in June 2024.The airline will begin weekend service on June 8, according to a spokesperson. Customers can currently book tickets through Aug. 4. Austin airport passenger totals still on track for record-breaking year… again Saturday flights will depart Austin-Bergstrom International Airport at 5:40 p.m. and arrive at Boston Logan International Airport at 10:35 p.m. local time. Sunday flights depart AUS at 4:05 p.m. and arrive at 7:25 p.m.Returning flights leave BOS at 2:15 p.m. and arrive in Austin at 7:15 p.m. on Saturdays, and leave at 2:50 p.m. and arrive at 6:05 p.m. on Sundays.Southwest previously flew on the AUS-BOS route but last operated flights in December 2022. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and JetBlue Airways all currently fly nonstop between the two cities. FULL LIST: Here are all the new nonstop flights from AUS in 2023 ...

Lineup for Two Step Inn 2024 announced: Cody Johnson, Hank Williams Jr. on the roster

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

The above video shows KXAN Live’s top morning headlines for Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023.GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) -- After a successful inaugural Two Step Inn in Central Texas last spring, the festival is preparing for its second round in Georgetown next year. Two Step Inn announced its 2024 lineup Wednesday morning. Performers include Cody Johnson, Turnpike Troubadours, Hank Williams, Jr., Ludacris, Martina McBride, Megan Moroney and more. Two Step Inn to return to Georgetown in April 2024 Presale for tickets begins on Friday, Nov. 3 at noon Central Time. Those interested can sign up for presale access online or via email. Public onsale will follow presale if tickets remain. The festival will be held at San Gabriel Park in Georgetown April 20-21.

Women's Health Wednesday: Sleep Changes

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) - Daylight saving time will end Sunday and the clocks will fall back an hour, which means disruptions in the sleep patterns of over 300 million people.Doctor Alan Schaffer, a sleep medicine and critical care specialist with Saint Peter's Sleep Center says sleep is a foundational pillar for our overall health. An hour change can wreak havoc on a person's mental and physical health. Dr. Schaffer says the change can cause stress on our system and cause inflammation that can hurt other aspects of our bodies.As women age they are more likely to develop sleeping disorders, specifically post-menopausal women. Dr. Schaffer says studies show there is an increased risk during the time change for heart attacks, hospitalizations, and E.R. visits however, there is more in the Spring.To get ahead of the sleep disruption experts suggest you plan ahead by gradually adjusting your bed time before the clocks change, try to get more than 7 hours of sleep, and limit your light expos...

Norrine's Restaurant opens in Waterford

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

WATERFORD, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Norrine's Restaurant, located at 405 Hudson River Road in Waterford, had its soft opening on November 1. The Italian-American eatery is only open for lunch until its grand opening. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The lunch menu features subs, sandwiches, burgers, sliders, kabobs, salads, fries and more. You can view the menu on the Norrine's Facebook page.With the grand opening, Norrine's will open for dinner as well. A grand opening date and dinner menu have yet to be announced. New Indian restaurant opens in Clifton Park Norrine's is in the former Costanzo's Riverside Restaurant and Chrome Food & Spirits building. For its soft opening, the restaurant is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Argyle boil water order & school closure following watermain work

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

ARGYLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — As the old saying goes, prevention is better than cure. Crews in Argyle are trying to make it so the Water Main break only affects an isolated area, rather than having to shut down water to the entire town.MORE NEWS from NEWS 10Water stopped flowing to this Washington County town over the past few days as crews were installing the 6 new valves. The goal is for water main breaks to be isolated rather than wide spread as to avoid disrupting places like schools. Ironically, the valve replacement forced schools to close and go virtual, but The district superintendent James Bennefield says the work is necessary. “This has been an ongoing issue, The village of Argyle not having valves in the system. So they should reduce having to close schools down in the entire village, should there be any water issues in the future” said Argyle School Superintendent James Bennefield.Bennefield added that his schools were well prepared for the closure:“We prepared our students to...

Search warrant ends in child pornography arrest for Argyle man

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

ARGYLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Argyle man was arrested following a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Allen Jameson, 19, faces several charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police executed a search warrant at his home on Wednesday. Jameson is accused of promoting and possessing images consistent with child sexual exploitation. Police say he reportedly sent a threatening message to a law enforcement agent as well. Charges:Promoting a sexual performance by a childPossessing a sexual performance by a childSecond-degree aggravated harassmentJameson was arrested at his home and taken to Greenwich State Police for processing. He was arraigned at the Washington County Centralized Arraignment Part Court and remanded to the Washington County Correctional Facility in lieu of $5,000 cash or a $10,000 bond. North Adams man gets 14 years for enticement of a minor Anyone with information on this case, or...

St. Charles County 911 upgrade to help with wireless calls

Published Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:45:10 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY – A new and improved 911 service is set to make its way to the St. Charles County area, benefiting cities such as Lake Saint Louis, O’Fallon, St. Charles, St. Peters, and Wentzville. The existing phone system was originally designed for landlines but adapted for wireless calls. However, it still faces delays when locating wireless callers due to outdated technology. The new system promises the following advantages for callers: It will allow 911 to receive callers' location data directly from their wireless devices. Calls will be directed to the appropriate dispatcher based on the caller's exact physical location, rather than relying on cell tower data or triangulation from multiple towers. Improved accuracy in routing will reduce the need for transferring calls between dispatch agencies, resulting in quicker response times from call placement to dispatch assistance. In the future, the system will provide dispatchers with information a...