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Hurricane Idalia 11 a.m. track: Winds increase to 85 mph: Winds increase to 85 mph

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Idalia strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane early Tuesday and is expected to rapidly intensify in the Gulf of Mexico.The National Hurricane Center said Idalia is about 275 miles south-southwest of Tampa. The storm's winds have increased to 85 mph.Idalia is forecast to make landfall along the northwest Gulf Coast of Florida sometime on Wednesday as an "extremely dangerous" Category 3 major hurricane, according to the National Hurricane Center. Real-time wobble tracker monitoring Hurricane Idalia’s shifts in Gulf of Mexico As of the 11 a.m. update, Idalia was over the southeastern Gulf of Mexico, moving north at 14 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center. Idalia's track remains west of Tampa Bay.Storm surge remains the biggest threat with Idalia, with some areas north of Tampa Bay expected to see 8 to 12 feet of storm surge, with 4 to 9 feet in the Tampa Bay area and 3 to 7 feet south of Tampa Bay. The storm surge threat is increased thanks to highe...

60-year-old man dies 10 days after Waukegan shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

WAUKEGAN, Ill. — A suburban man died ten days after a shooting in Waukegan.On Aug. 18, officers responded to the 1600 block of Kayla Lane on the report of a shooting.The victim, identified Tuesday as Mark Glover, 60, of Zion, was transported to Advocate Condell Medical Center with multiple gunshot wounds.He died from his injuries on Monday.It's unknown if any suspects are in custody.

Hyundai recalling nearly 38,000 Elantras over acceleration bug

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — Hyundai Motor America is recalling about 37,997 Hyundai Elantra HEVs over a software bug that could result in unintended acceleration, increasing risk of a crash. As reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, although the software issue can occur after release of the brake pedal, drivers should know service brake functionality is "unaffected" and they are working properly. Airline launches ‘only adult’ section for international flight The affected vehicles are:2021-23 Hyundai Elantra HEV Four-doorHybrid-electric light vehiclesProduction dates of Dec. 15, 2020 through July 29, 2023Hyundai says these vehicles' motor control unit (MCU) software may accidentally trigger a "slow, unintended acceleration." The company says that despite this, owners can continue driving the vehicles and that owners will receive instructions in the mail by Oct. 17, detailing how and when to bring their vehicles to a Hyundai dealer for MCU updating at no cost. Amazon rais...

Baby born with intestines outside her body is now thriving

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Baby Grace Martz is now 3 months old and doing well. "She's a very happy baby. She's doing great," said her mother, Jackie Martz.When Martz was pregnant, doctors diagnosed her baby with gastroschisis, a birth defect that allows the intestines to spill out of a hole in the abdominal wall and grow outside the body. The condition occurs in about one in 2,000 babies born each year. Denver has 225 one-way streets. Here’s why When Grace was born, doctors at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children in Denver were prepared. About three hours after birth, Grace went into surgery."They made a small incision and shoved the intestines back in, and in the process, they actually found that her fallopian tube and ovary were also hanging out," Jackie Martz said.Dr. Sarah Lai performed the surgery."Her intestines were very, very bloated, and although I was able to take her to the operating room and get everything back in, it was just a little bit too tight," Lai said.So, Lai left a bit...

Idalia now a hurricane, pushing dangerous storm surge toward Florida

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Much of Florida was in disaster mode on Tuesday with only hours to go before an onslaught from Idalia, forecast to strengthen rapidly into “an extremely dangerous major hurricane” before hitting the Gulf Coast on Wednesday.Florida residents loaded up on sandbags and evacuated from homes in low-lying areas along the Gulf Coast to prepare for a storm that the National Hurricane Center projected could have sustained winds of up to 120 mph (193 kph). That would make it a Category 3 hurricane — a potentially big blow to a state still dealing with lingering damage from last year’s Hurricane Ian. Hurricane Idalia forecast to become ‘extremely dangerous’ major hurricane, NHC says “You still have time this morning to make your final preparations ... but you gotta do that now.” Gov. Ron DeSantis announced at the state’s emergency operations center. Tolls have been waived on highways out of the danger area, shelters have opened, hotels are prepared to take evacuees an...

Motorcyclist killed in Monday morning crash in Buda

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

BUDA, Texas (KXAN) — A motorcyclist died after colliding with a truck and towing trailer on Farm to Market Road 2770 Monday morning. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the motorcycle was headed north on FM 2770 when a Ford F-150 with a towing trailer driving on Robert S. Light Boulevard pulled out in front of the motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the trailer, and DPS said the motorcyclist was taken to the hospital where they later died. The driver of the truck stayed on the scene during the investigation. DPS did not say whether the driver of the truck would face any charges related to the crash.

Hurricane Idalia chases Florida residents away from the coast, could come ashore as Category 3 storm

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

By LAURA BARGFELD (Associated Press)TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Florida residents loaded up on sandbags and evacuated from homes in low-lying areas Tuesday, less than a day before Hurricane Idalia was expected to barrel into the state with the threat of flooding that could swamp the Gulf Coast.Idalia was churning in the Gulf of Mexico as a Category 1 storm, but it was projected to come ashore as a Category 3 system with sustained winds of up to 120 mph (193 kph) — a potentially big blow to a state still dealing with lingering damage from last year’s Hurricane Ian.“You still have time this morning to make your final preparations … but you got to do that now,” Gov. Ron DeSantis announced at the state’s emergency operations center.Tolls were waived on highways out of the danger area, shelters were open and hotels prepared to take in evacuees. More than 30,000 utility workers were gathering to make repairs as quickly as possible in the hurricane’s ...

Incarcerated man allegedly assaults correctional guard

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

FORT EDWARD, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office arrested Tyedeek W. Hostos, 30, for allegedly assaulting a Correctional Guard at the Washington County Jail. The Guard sustained an arm injury. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The reported assault occurred on August 17. Hostos was charged with second-degree assault and was arraigned in the Washington County Centralized Arraignment. He was held without bail and is due to appear in the Town of Fort Edward Court at a later date.

Saratoga man arrested in child pornography investigation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Saratoga Springs man was arrested on Monday following a child pornography investigation. Luke Fletcher, 41, is charged with possessing a sexual performance by a child. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! New York State Police say Fletcher is accused of possessing images consistent with child sexual exploitation. He was arrested after an investigation and search warrant was executed at his home in Saratoga Springs on Sunday. Police say the investigation began after receiving a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Fletcher was arrested at his home and was taken to Saratoga State Police for processing. He was issued an appearance ticket to return to the Saratoga Springs City Court on September 7 and was released.

Injured hiker rescued on Dix Mountain

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:33 GMT

NORTH HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday afternoon, Forest Rangers and New York State Police Aviation responded to an injured hike on the Beckhorn Trail on Dix Mountain. Forest Ranger Corey reached the 23-year-old hiker, stabilized their knee, and secured them for a hoist. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Ranger Praczkajlo hoisted the hiker into the helicopter. While the hiker was flown to the hospital, Ranger Corey accompanied the hiker's companion and their gear back to Elk Lake.