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'It's huge': Florida man finds iguana hiding in his toilet

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida man had an unwelcome guest in his home recently after an invasive iguana decided to hide out in his toilet.Gary Greenspan, of Hollywood, Florida, posted videos of the reptile on his Facebook account Saturday, saying he was waiting for animal control to come and get it."There's nothing like getting up in the morning and finding an iguana in your toilet," said Greenspan as he shot video of the reptile Saturday. After confirming that the iguana was alive, he said he was waiting for animal control to "come get this thing out of here." "I don't know if it was just looking for a spa day or what, but it's huge," Greenspan said on the video. "And I don't know how it got there."He added that he would be "a happy camper and, hopefully, so would the iguana" once it was removed. Florida woman runs over husband during search for lost dog: police While Greenspan said he hoped the iguana would be relocated, it likely wasn't. Rel...

Flooding concerns continue in Central Texas

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- 3-6" of rain has fallen overnight in portions of the Hill Country causing some localized flooding including minor flooding along the Llano river.The National Weather Service has expanded the timing and area of the Flood Watch to include ALL of the Austin Metro Counties. The Flood Watch now continues into early Thursday afternoon.Flood Watch until 1 p.m. ThursdayThe rain will continue its eastward movement and approach I-35 during the Thursday morning commute before moving into our eastern counties by late morning. Live, updated rain totals During the day on Thursday a 2 out of 4 flash flooding risk is in place for the Austin Metro. Watch out for localized heavy downpours on Thursday, which will be most widespread in the morning and become less numerous during the afternoon.Flash flooding risk Thursday (WPC)Another round of rain and thunderstorms happens Friday. Saturday looks drier, but more storms arrive ahead of a very potent cold...

Day 4: Prosecutors continue case against APD Officer Christopher Taylor

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

Editor's note: The video above is KXAN's coverage during day 3 of trial on Wednesday. AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The state will continue to bring witnesses Thursday in the trial of Austin Police Officer Christopher Taylor, who was charged with murder in the death of Mike Ramos. Taylor shot and killed Ramos, 42, during a confrontation with police back in April 2020 at a south Austin apartment complex parking lot. Taylor is on administrative leave with APD.KXAN's Grace Reader will be in court Thursday and will share live coverage on social media platform X: Day 4: Our coverage continues of the trial for an Austin police officer charged with murder in the shooting death of Mike Ramos back in 2020. I'll have another thread from the courtroom here 🔽https://t.co/oGcrRxm2PX— Grace Reader (@GraceReaderTV) October 26, 2023 Testimony from APD officers on scene First Thursday morning, the jury continued to hear from Austin Police Officers who were on scene with Taylor when he shot and killed R...

WATCH LIVE: Police update following at least 16 dead in Maine mass killing; manhunt on for shooter as residents take shelter

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — A man shot and killed at least 16 people at a restaurant and a bowling alley in Maine and then fled into the night, sparking a massive search by hundreds of officers while frightened residents stayed locked in their homes Thursday under a shelter-in-place advisory.A police bulletin identified Robert Card, 40, as a person of interest in the attack in Lewiston that sent panicked bowlers scrambling behind pins, into corners and a back room when shots rang out around 7 p.m. Wednesday. Card was described as a firearms instructor believed to be in the U.S. Army Reserve and assigned to a training facility in Saco, Maine. The document, circulated to law enforcement officials, said Card had been committed to a mental health facility for two weeks in the summer of 2023. It did not provide details about his treatment or condition but said Card had reported “hearing voices and threats to shoot up” the military base. A telephone num...

Five head to NYC marathon to support Double H Ranch

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

LAKE LUZERNE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This November, a local refuge for children fighting life-threatening illnesses will be represented among a sea of runners in New York City. Five runners will represent Lake Luzerne's Double H Ranch at the New York City Marathon, among more than 50,000 and counting. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The TCS New York City Marathon will see runners take to the city on Sunday, Nov. 5. More than 550 charitable organizations around the country will send runners to take part in the race - and 2023 marks Double H Ranch's first time joining them. The runners have already raised more than $25,000 for Double H Ranch, easily overshooting the ranch's $20,000 goal - and that's all before the sneakers have hit the pavement.“The Double H Ranch is honored to be named an Official Charity Partner of the TCS New York City Marathon," said Double H CEO Alison Wilcox. "We are grateful to the members of 'Team Double H,' who...

Veteran-owned café in Rensselaer closing its doors

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

RENSSELAER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Café Twelve 04, located at 1204 Washington Avenue in Rensselaer, is closing its doors. Owner Chris Phelan made the announcement on Facebook on Thursday morning. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Many, many nights of sleeplessness riddled with anxiety and worry as a small local business owner has come to an end," read the post. "I just can’t compete with big businesses and drive-thru windows."Café Twelve 04 opened in August 2022 serving sandwiches for breakfast and lunch, waffles, donuts, and tacos on Tuesdays. Phelan is a veteran who served in the U.S. Army from 2005 to 2008. Off the Beaten Path: Cafe Twelve 04 "Not all business ideas or ventures always work out," Phelan told NEWS10. "The idea or the dream is not dead. I don't have any immediate plans to open another cafe but maybe in the future."The café's last day will be Sunday, October 29. Phelan said he loved the café and he encourages everyon...

Southwest Airlines adding flights from St. Louis to Hollywood

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Starting next year, Southwest Airlines will offer daily flights between St. Louis and Hollywood. Southwest Airlines announced plans Thursday to offer daily service between St. Louis Lambert International Airport and Hollywood Burbank Airport by June 4. Multiple people reported dead, injured in Maine shootings With this addition, Southwest Airlines will soon offer access from St. Louis to four southern California airports. That also includes flights to the Los Angeles International, Long Beach and San Diego International airports. “Burbank being a fourth market in the southern California region is great news for our travelers,” says airport director Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge. “St. Louis Lambert International Airport can now give our passengers more non-stop options into a very popular destination, southern California.” Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News ...

New road being named after fallen Pontoon Beach officer today

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

WOOD RIVER, Ill. - A fallen Pontoon Beach police officer is being honored Thursday by getting a road named after him.Officer Tyler Timmins was killed in the line of duty two years ago today. He was 36 years old. At 10:00 a.m., Wood River City officials will unveil Old Alton Edwardsville Road as 'Tyler Timmins Drive.' Multiple people reported dead, injured in Maine shootings The ceremony is at the intersection with Rock Hill Road.

Here’s when every Colorado ski resort plan to open the 2023-24 season

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

Opening day for Colorado ski season is drawing near. Arapahoe Basin, Keystone and Loveland are making snow, hoping to open soon, and this weekend’s cold front and snowfall could help them get there.Last year, A-Basin was the first to open, on Oct. 23, followed by Keystone on Oct. 28, Winter Park on Oct. 31 and Loveland on Nov. 3. According to records kept by The Denver Post, Arapahoe Basin has been the first Front Range area to open in 10 of the last 12 years, usually with Loveland or Keystone close behind. Wolf Creek, in southern Colorado, was first to open in 2021.Arapahoe Basin, Keystone and Loveland will open as soon as they have enough snow to operate, as will Wolf Creek. The following is a list of tentative opening dates set by other Colorado resorts. All are subject to change due to conditions.Nov. 11: Breckenridge, VailNov. 13: Copper MountainNov. 17: EldoraNov. 18: PurgatoryNov. 22: Steamboat, Beaver Creek, Crested ButteNov. 23: Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, TellurideNov....

Dense fog causes delays at DIA as visibility drops to a quarter mile

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:43:54 GMT

Denver is under a dense fog advisory after visibility dropped to below a quarter mile Thursday morning.At Denver International Airport, nearly 70 flights have been delayed as of 8:30 a.m. Thursday, and five flights have been canceled. Dense Fog Advisory for the Metro Cameras across the Denver metro show very limited visibility this morning. A Dense Fog Advisory has been issued until 10AM. Expect poor visibility through the morning commute! #cowx pic.twitter.com/rAXpaBC5pI— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) October 26, 2023The National Weather Service in Boulder warned morning commuters to be cautious on the road during rush hour and give themselves extra time to stay safe.The fog is expected to break up later Thursday morning, and the dense fog advisory ends at 10 a.m.Thursday’s fog also mirrors Wednesday’s fog, when over 300 flights at DIA were delayed throughout the day.Related ArticlesWeather | Colorado congressional delegation members send letter to TSA call...