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'Its eyes were pleading for help': Family rescues pig swimming 2 miles off the coast of Hawaii

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

HONOLULU (KHON) - A family was heading for Chinamanʻs Hat island off of Oahu, Hawaii, when they saw what they thought was a log in the water.That's what June Mellor's family thought until it moved. Then they thought it was a dog. But when they got closer, they realized it was a boar. They shot video of it as they circled. "And then we saw it moving and we thought, 'Goodness, that can't be a dog, is it?' And we get closer because obviously it's a living thing and we realize it's not a dog. It's a little piggy," explained Mellor. "We were just baffled looking around thinking, 'Where did you come from? How did you get out here?'"It was a logical question because they were probably about two miles offshore.It took them about 40 to 45 minutes to rescue the pig as they continued circling around it."Finally, my son was able to get a rope around her torso and we pulled her in," she said. This is why it’s darker at this Honolulu beach recently June said the f...

Inside the Investigations: ACC student pandemic aid

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Each week the in-depth reporting from the KXAN Investigates team will get a spotlight on KXAN Live.A conversation will happen Wednesday morning with investigative reporter Kelly Wiley and KXAN Live anchor Will DuPree to break down one of this week’s top stories. Catch the live stream at 9 a.m. in this story or on the KXAN Facebook page. Inside the Investigations: Judge to decide on A-F school rating lawsuit The story they'll discuss this week is:Amid a KXAN investigation of Austin Community College’s use of student pandemic relief money, the institution acknowledged it launched an internal review of its aid distribution and how 115 full-time employees received nearly $500,000 of pandemic grants intended to help struggling students.Join Kelly Wiley and Will DuPree every Wednesday morning for a live recap of the latest headlines and in-depth reporting from the KXAN Investigates team.

ABJ: Sprouts grocery chain plans for Georgetown store

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

AUSTIN (Austin Business Journal) — Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. has secured a 15-year lease for a property north of Austin as it continues on a quest to double its footprint in Central Texas amid a nationwide expansion.The Phoenix-based grocery store chain plans to open its first store in Georgetown at the northwest corner of Williams Drive and Cedar Lake Boulevard, Dan Croce, Sprouts' senior vice president of real estate, said in an email. Sprouts, which is known for its fresh and organic food selection, will build a 23,000-square-foot store there, which could open in the fourth quarter of 2024, he said.The Georgetown store is not the only Sprouts to recently open in Central Texas. The grocery store company opened a location in the Mueller neighborhood on Friday, according to the company. Read the full story from Austin Business Journal.

APD identifies victim in fatal crash on Bastrop Highway

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department has identified the victim of a deadly crash in September in southeast Austin. On Sept. 30, first responders were called to a single-vehicle crash on Bastrop Highway around 5:30 a.m. MAP: Where have Austin’s fatal crashes occurred in 2023? APD said the driver, 22-year-old Angel Parra, was taken to the hospital where Parra died. Police said this was investigated as Austin's 69th fatal crash of 2023.

Pete Davidson adding second show at the Egg

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Saturday Night Live alum Pete Davidson is adding a second show at The Egg in Albany after the first show announced sold out. The second show is slated for 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 26, with tickets going on sale on Wednesday at 10 a.m. online. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Davidson is best known for his stand-up comedy and for his work on “Saturday Night Live”, of which he recently hosted the 49th season premiere. He starred in the 2020 film “The King of Staten Island” and has released multiple comedy specials across his career, including “SMD” and “Pete Davidson: Alive From New York."In 2022, he was included on Time's list of the 100 Most Influential People of 2022. Tickets for the show are limited to six per order. NYSP: Albany man posted video abusing his own dog The event will be a phone-free experience. Upon arrival, all phones, smartwatches, and accessories will be secured in Yondr pouch...

Malta eatery, music venue opening second location in Albany

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Nanola, a restaurant and live music venue with New Orleans influences in Malta, is getting a second location in Albany. Owner Shane Spillenger said Nanola South will be located in the former Parish Public House at 388 Broadway. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Nanola opened at 2639 Route 9 in Malta in 2013. The name is a play on words, combining "nano" which means small, and "nola" which is slang for New Orleans.Nanola South won't have the same menu as Nanola in Malta. Spillenger said they plan on having a quick-service menu for lunch and bigger events, and a sit-down menu for dinner that'll have similarities to the original location. McDonald’s closing in the Empire State Plaza The New Orleans-inspired menu at Nanola in Malta includes fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, gator bites, po-boys, jambalaya, gumbo, chicken wings, Tex-Mex dishes, and more. You can view the full menu on the Nanola websi...

NYSP: Albany man posted video abusing his own dog

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany man was arrested after he posted a video of him striking his dog with a leash, according to New York State Police. Jahmir Williams, 24, is charged with aggravated cruelty to animals. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Tuesday, state police said investigators received information regarding a dog that was physically abused in Albany in September. Police say the investigation led to the discovery of a video online that showed Williams striking a dog he owned repeatedly with a leash.Williams was arrested and taken to Latham State Police for processing. He was issued an appearance ticket to return to the Albany City Court on October 30. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The dog was found at Williams' home in good health and was turned over to a local rescue organization. The dog will be held there at this time.

2 men shot and killed in Benton Park West neighborhood, suspect in custody

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Two people are dead in what police are calling a double homicide In the Benton Park West neighborhood of south St. Louis.There is limited information from the police at this point, but authorities have told FOX 2 that they think both of the victims were adult males, and we also know a suspect is in custody. The shooting took place on the 3000 block of Wyoming in south city. Police are still on the scene while the investigation is ongoing.St. Louis Police told FOX 2 that they got the call just after 6:00 a.m. Upon arrival, they found the two victims shot. We're told both of the victims were not conscious or breathing. That is when homicidal detectives were called in to take over the investigation. When should Missouri expect the first snow? Police have confirmed that a suspect is in custody, but we do not know any details about the arrest at this time. Authorities have also not released the names or ages of the victims. Just that it is believed they are both adults.FOX ...

Multiple crews respond to business fire near Cahokia Heights, Illinois

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. - An intense overnight fire gutted a Metro East convenience store very close to Cahokia Heights.Multiple fire crews are still on the scene on the 2900 block of Camp Jackson Road. Fire crews are still putting water on what's left of the 'County Line Quick Stop.' Earlier fire crews had their hands full with the flamesEmergency crews got call of the flames just before 2:30 a.m. The Camp Jackson Fire Department, which is just up the street from the location, were the first ones on the scene. Camp Jackson Fire Department Chief Chris Davis told FOX 2 that flames were already pouring from the building when he and his crews arrived. When should Missouri expect the first snow? The fire quickly went to five alarms, resulting in 35 firefighters spanning ten different fire departments. We're told the owners of the two-story building live in the upper half. There were three adults occupying the upstairs apartment at the time of the fire. Fortunately, no injuries were re...

Suspects demand property, shoot man before driving off in Hollywood

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:14:29 GMT

A man was approached by a pair of suspects in a vehicle and shot while standing outside his car in Hollywood late Tuesday night. The incident occurred shortly before 11 p.m. near the intersection of Fountain Avenue and North La Brea Avenue. Investigators determined that the victim, described as a Black man between 30 and 35 years old, was approached by two male suspects in a vehicle who demanded his property. It was unclear if the victim gave the suspects any cash or belongings. As the suspects were leaving the scene, one of them fired at the victim, striking him at least once.Video showed two bullet holes on a driver-side window of a vehicle with blood dripping down the side. The victim was taken to a local hospital in stable condition. No description of the suspects or their vehicle was immediately available.