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German inflation slows to 6.1% in May, though food prices are still surging

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

BERLIN (AP) — German inflation eased to 6.1% in May following several months of declines, even as Europe’s biggest economy registered another painful increase in food prices of nearly 15%.Preliminary figures show that the annual inflation rate was lower than the 7.2% registered in April, the Federal Statistical Office said Wednesday. In February, it stood at 8.7%.Increases in energy prices, which drove inflation immediately after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last year, were much lower in May at 2.6% — in part because of the sharp rises a year earlier and government efforts to offset their impact. Those measures include the introduction of a ticket that allows people to use local and regional public transport across Germany for 49 euros ($52.50) per month. That ticket has been available since May 1, and about 10 million people have bought it so far, according to the VDV group, an association of transport companies.Food prices now are driving inflation, although the annual...

ERCOT introducing campaign to communicate grid conditions

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- On Wednesday, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas will introduce a new campaign it's launching to communicate grid conditions. ERCOT President and CEO Pablo Vegas will hold a virtual press conference at 10:30 a.m. to present the new campaign ERCOT is launching to "deliver clear and reliable messaging to all Texans around grid operations and conditions."There is already a way to check operating reserves and grid conditions online. How you can check Texas power grid conditions In February, ERCOT unveiled a 6-day forecast tool on the Supply and Demand dashboard that provides Texans with an extended view of upcoming grid conditions. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Rockdale shooting, standoff ends with arrest

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

ROCKDALE, Texas (FOX 44) - UPDATE: The suspect in the Rockdale standoff is now in custody.According to Milam County Sheriff Mike Clore, law enforcement will remain on scene for a short period. Travelers should still find alternate routes.This comes after multiple injuries were reported in a shooting which turned into a standoff. Rockdale Police and other law enforcement responded to the shooting on Tuesday night - which turned into a standoff lasting into the early morning hours on Wednesday. Second arrest made in Rockdale apartment complex murder According to Clore - residents were told to avoid the area of Murray Avenue, between Bowser Street and Wilcox, and College Street, from Murray Avenue to Belton. Officers from a number of different area law enforcement agencies responded to the scene. A police unit was seen at Cameron Street and Wilcox just before 5 a.m. Wednesday.This is a developing story. FOX 44 News will have more information as it becomes available.

270+ payroll errors for Hays County employees; budget office to take over payroll duties from treasurer

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

HAYS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — There have been hundreds of payroll errors for Hays County employees in recent months. "We have identified 273 payroll corrections that are still pending after the May 15, 2023 payroll," said Hays County Auditor Marisol Villarreal-Alonzo. KXAN is waiting to hear back from the county if the 273 corrections have been made. Employees' frustrationSome employees brought their complaints to the attention of the Hays County Commissioners Court during the May 23 meeting. "The deposits to my retirement fund had not been made in over a month despite my contribution still being deducted," said one county employee. They said it feels like their money has gone missing. "My husband, who also works for Hays County, received a check that was noticeably less than usual. His overtime pay was excluded but was told a paper check would be cut the next day," said another county employee. It's an issue that Hays County Commissioner Walt Smith said concerns him. "We've got folks...

Salem man sentenced for stealing credit cards

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

SALEM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Salem man was sentenced to one and a half to three years in state prison on Friday, May 19, for breaking into a car and stealing several credit cards. Jerry Niles was arrested in August 2017. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Law enforcement says Niles broke into a car and stole several credit cards as well as personal belongings from it. Niles was allegedly already wanted by the Cambridge-Greenwich Police for a separate incident.

NYSP: Albany man tried to meet child for sexual exploitation

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany man was arrested on Tuesday after attempting to meet a child for sexual exploitation, according to state police. Quentin Devonish, 21, faces multiple charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Devonish was arrested by investigators with the assistance of the Troop G Computer Crimes Unit and the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Police say during an investigation, it was determined Devonish made arrangements and traveled to an agreed-upon location in Albany to meet with what he believed to be a 12-year-old for the purpose of sexual exploitation. Charges:First-degree attempted rapeFirst-degree attempted criminal sex act SPD: Suspect connected to attempted murder in Vermont arrested Devonish was arrested and processed by the Latham State Police. He was arraigned at the Albany City Court and is held at the Albany County Correctional Facility in lieu of $25,000 cash or a $50,000 bond.

Steve Caporizzo reflects on 1998 Mechanicville tornado

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

MECHANICVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Today is the 25th Anniversary of one of the most powerful tornadoes to hit Upstate NY.  It had an F3 rating at the time, tracking right over Mechanicville and across Northern Rensselaer County.WTEN had just purchased a new radar-called Storm Tracker, a Baron Radar that was by far the best at the time with Doppler Radar, it was the first in the area. We had it for one week and as some may remember the Friday before,  it did a tremendous job for a huge hailstorm and severe storms that hit the area. We were impressed by the radar's tracking capabilities. This was Doppler Radar at it's best. Little did we know just how important this piece of new equipment would become. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! I will never forget as we were broadcasting live on a Sunday for the Children's Miracle Network Telethon.  We were all here at the station joined by doctors, guests, hospital staff and volunteers. A...

Guns N' Roses performing at Busch Stadium this summer

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Rock band Guns N' Roses announced that their 2023 World Tour is set to take place starting in June. Busch Stadium will host one of the 26 North American shows Saturday, September 9. Tickets go on sale starting Friday, June 2, at 10:00 a.m.Alice in Chains, Carrie Underwood, Dirty Honey, and The Pretenders are featured guests on the tour. Guns N' Roses's debut album, Appetite For Destruction, is the best-selling debut album of all time, selling over 30 million copies. 2023 World Tour North American ScheduleSat. Aug. 05 – Moncton, NB – Medavie Blue Cross Stadium with Carrie UnderwoodTues. Aug. 08 – Montreal, QC – Parc Jean Drapeau with Carrie UnderwoodFri. Aug. 11 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium with The PretendersTues. Aug. 15 – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium with The PretendersFri. Aug. 18 – Pittsburgh, PA – PNC Park with The PretendersMon. Aug. 21 – Boston, MA – Fenway Park with The PretendersThurs. Aug. 24 – Chicago, IL – Wrigley Field with The...

Couple helps find suspect in Illinois roadside killing

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

MADISON COUNTY, Ill. - They could not save her life, but a former marine and his wife were key to quickly finding the accused killer. The couple found themselves in the middle of a violent Illinois dispute like no other.Only FOX 2 attended the Madison County murder trial to hear the unbelievable testimony.The murder happened in February in Pontoon Beach, Illinois, right on the side of Highway 111. The trial is already underway because the defendant almost immediately asserted his right to a speedy trial.Before we tell you the suspect’s name, we first need to introduce you to two heroes. Steven and Stacy O’Dell both testified on Tuesday. New hydrogen hub in Wentzville raises concern for residents  They said they saw a woman running along Highway 111, in the area north of Interstate 270 and close to Bel Air Drive. They said the victim was running and sometimes hiding along the road as her 60-year-old boyfriend apparently stalked her in his Ford F-150. Stacy and Steven were both work...

Denver weather: “Rinse and repeat,” thunderstorms again possible during warm Wednesday

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:59:50 GMT

Wednesday’s weather forecast for Denver is almost the exact same as Tuesday’s.Thunderstorms are possible in the city Wednesday afternoon after developing in the mountains earlier in the day. The chance for storms is a little higher Wednesday, with a 50% chance of storms after 1 p.m.Rinse & Repeat. Afternoon scattered thunderstorms and showers will develop in the mountains this afternoon. As storms and showers push into the plains, storms may become severe and increase in strength. Main threats include up to 60 mph wind gusts and ping pong size hail. #COwx pic.twitter.com/JR3ij3Mmfp— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) May 31, 2023High temperatures will be about the same, with Denver getting a high of 81 degrees. Incoming clouds will decrease the temperature throughout the day. Denver’s low for the day is 52 degrees.The city could also see some fair winds between nine and 14 mph and gusts up to 22 mph.Any storms will be quick and should end by late evening near the ...