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How to spot artificial intelligence-generated content

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

(WHTM) — In a world where technology is growing, people may come across fake images or even videos of celebrities, politicians, coaches, and more.These videos are mostly for comedic content, but can also be used as a way to scam people or to make people believe this "real" person said something they never said.This recently occurred in November 2023 when a sponsored video of "Gordon Ramsay" appeared on TikTok. Southwest’s plus-sized passenger policy debated on social media This video claimed to show Ramsay telling people they could get 100% off cookware.The catch: this was not Gordon Ramsay. It was an artificial intelligence (AI) version of Ramsay being used to steal people's identities.With the 2024 Presidential election fast approaching, people should be on the lookout for AI versions of any politician. This can include videos, images, or even just the voice of any politician. This defunct Pennsylvania roller coaster was briefly the largest of its kind According to the Better...

AISD board unanimously votes Matias Segura as lone finalist for superintendent

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – After months of being Austin Independent School District's interim superintendent, the AISD board unanimously voted Matias Segura as the lone finalist for the position on Thursday.In March, AISD Board of Trustees paused the current superintendent search and extended the contract of Interim Superintendent Matias Segura through June 30, 2024.Matias Segura was named as AISD’s interim superintendent last December after previous Interim Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays announced he was leaving for Alief Independent School District.Seugura took over duties in March as the district worked through the Texas Education Agency's announcement recommending a conservator to direct the operations of the AISD special education department.The TEA granted a request from AISD for less severe state intervention in the district’s special education services.The recommendation was a less extreme state intervention model than what is happening currently in Houston Independent School District...

Wild rally from goal down in third period, beat Flames in shootout

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

The sugar high appears to have worn off. The Wild are no longer playing with the reckless abandon that led them to four consecutive victories in the aftermath of their coach being fired Nov. 27.The Wild had lost seven straight games, leading to the dismissal of Dean Evason, and John Hynes took over the next day. The Wild beat the St. Louis Blues on Nov. 28, then demolished three straight opponents, and went into Thursday night’s game against the Calgary Flames on a 5-2-0 run under Hynes.They haven’t looked like that hungry, guilty team making amends since a 5-2 victory over Calgary on Dec. 5, but they’re still finding ways to win.Matt Boldy scored in regulation and the shootout, and Filip Gustavsson stopped 37 shots as the Wild beat the Flames again, this time 3-2 in a shootout at Xcel Energy Center.Marco Rossi tied the game, 2-2, in the third period, his 10th of the season, and Mats Zuccarello scored in the shootout as the Wild won for the second straight time and impro...

Free Food Fridge receives welcoming paint job

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -The free food fridge outside Honest Weight Food Co-op has been available to the community since January 2023 thanks to Free Food Fridge Albany. Both groups say they have heard people in the area had no idea the free resource was there and wanted to change that.The thirteen fridges operating with Free Food Albany are open to anyone in need of food. Decorated by local artists, the founder says this is to make them easier to approach. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! "The more that we can invite them in to know that this thing is theirs and that they can take from it, they can give to it, whatever they want. A nice beacon for something that doesn’t have a good light on it, which is food insecurity," described Jammella Anderson with Free Food Fridge Albany.The fridge on Watervliet Avenue wasn’t as colorful as the rest until December 2023. The project reached out to the nearby Henry Johnson Charter School, asking their ...

Albany County Legislator Matthew Peter passes away

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Officials in Albany County are mourning the loss of one of its legislators. Matthew Peter has passed away.Peter first took office in 2019, and he represented the 5th legislative district. Those who worked with him said he was a fierce public servant, a trusted companion, and a loyal friend. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Some of the projects he worked on while with the legislature included redesigning I-787 and adding electric vehicle chargers to the area. Many lawmakers sent their condolences to his family and friends.County Legislator Mark Grimm released a statement, saying in-part: "Despite the differences in our party philosophy, we had a good relationship because he was always open to listening to each person's point of view. The collegial approach this rising star spearheaded will be sorely missed."Grimm also said he is thinking about Peter's partner, Corrine, and their family.

Hilltown Christmas helps families receive holiday gifts

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

CLARKSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany County Sheriff's Office hosted its 37th annual Hilltown Christmas event. It started when deputies wanted to give one family toys for Christmas, and it has grown every year.The event this year will give out toys to more than 500 children around Albany County. Officials said this is the largest year of donations by far. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! "It's a great program," Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple said. "We have been doing it for decades, and it's a great day for the department and the community."The partnerships that help make the event possible include Toys for Tots and CSX.

Illegal dumping woes on road between St. Louis City, County

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

ST. LOUIS – A half-mile stretch of road from St. Louis City into St. Louis County is becoming known as the "garbage trail” due to illegal dumping. There are concerns that may one day lead to a dangerous confrontation.It’s on Spring Garden Drive, where the Village of Riverview, unincorporated St. Louis County (Glasgow Village), and the City of St. Louis all come together.Illegal dumping is so bad that heaps of trash often spill into the curving roadway, forcing drivers to steer around it. It’s dangerous, ugly, and stinky.“It looks like the city dump out there,” Glasgow Village resident Laura Wholschlaeger said. “There was a couch and tree branch hanging out there, so you have to weasel your way around and try not to have an accident going around this curve over here.”“I’ve stopped several people from dumping right there,” Harlan Smith, owner of the All in the Family Child Care Center in Riverview, said. “I said, 'Hey, you guys can't do that! Take whatever you got and go!’” Close ...

FOX Files: Why destroyed gun parts end up for sale online

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – Parts of guns seized by police are sometimes making their way back into the public’s hands in an unusual way.In October, FOX 2 showed you how thousands of confiscated firearms are destroyed in a west St. Louis County pulverizer every month. Police inventory each gun and make note of the type of crime for which it was used before a court order can be signed for its destruction. When the case is closed and the courts allow, some police departments dispose of the firearms using a private business called GunBusters. The firearm shredding is recorded with two cameras so that you can see the serial number of the weapon being destroyed.“We want that verification, and that’s another really good thing about GunBusters: Not only will our evidence technician witness a gun being destroyed, but we are provided with video evidence,” Sgt. Robert Powell, Chesterfield Police Department, said in October.Parts of those guns, however, can later be found for sale online. St. Ann ...

Mehlville school board votes to end At Home Academy program

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

MEHLVILLE, Mo. – Dozens of Mehlville parents are upset with the board of education after they voted to end the At Home Academy program after three years. Five board members voted to end the program in Mehlville for the 102 students currently enrolled.Board members said during last week's meeting they learned about the impact of the program on the students and teachers. On Thursday, board members acknowledged the difficulty of their decision."Obviously, part of this is a financial decision, and it's not that I want to cut money from our budget,” Patrick McKelvey, Mehlville Board of Education, said. “It is simply that I want to reallocate and spend the money on other things that our district so desperately needs.” Two St. Louis-area highways among ‘America’s most loathed,’ report says The breakdown of students is that about 44% of those enrolled in Mehlville's At Home Academy are from across the state; the rest are Mehlville students. Board members said the program is currently in a...

Better Business Bureau warns of holiday travel scams

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:04:06 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Travel can be stressful when airports and roadways aren’t jam-packed with people hurrying home for the holidays. Mix in some Christmas craziness, and scammers can quickly cash in. The Better Business Bureau’s Sarah Wetzel warns consumers of cancellation scams.“Consumers have told the Better Business Bureau that they received a text or an email saying their flight was cancelled, and they were provided a phone number to rebook their flight. When they called that number, the 'airline' was happy to rebook it, but there was an additional fee they had to pay. So then the consumer provided their personal and financial information only to find out their flight was never cancelled," said Wetzel.Should you receive one of these messages, the BBB recommends calling the airline directly or checking the airline's official website or app to confirm the status of your flight. Sadly, Wetzel says the scam threat doesn’t end when you reach your destination. Two St. Louis-area highways am...