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Black Music Month: How one organization is using $100,000 to help Black Austin musicians, promoters, studios

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — In what's been deemed the Live Music Capital of the World, those whose contributions have perhaps laid the foundation have one message: "There is no Austin without US."That's the tagline for the month-long celebration put on by an organization called the Diversity Awareness and Wellness in Action (DAWA). Where much of Austin's musical soul is tied to, DAWA will showcase some of the city's Black musicians at Antone's Nightclub downtown, from June 8 through the 30 for Black Music Month. 'Austin's best and brightest'During the month-long celebration, you can expect performances from jazz/funk band Sketch.Band, Latasha Lee, Past Lives, Riders Against the Storm and Topaz Jones. "From blues to rock, soul, hip hop, house, and country, the sonic imprint of Black musicians is indelible," DAWA Founder and Director Jonathan 'Chaka' Mahone said. "We have been here, producing abundantly, but our incredible fruits have not necessarily benefited us directly due to the industry prac...

Where support for same-sex marriages stands in Texas

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Pollsters found support for same-sex marriages remains at an all-time high among Americans as a whole, but another recent survey tells a slightly different story about how Texans feel about these unions. Gallup released its latest numbers Monday showing 71% of Americans said they believe same-sex marriages should remain legal in the U.S., which is a record that held steady from last year's poll. Since the early 2010s, the polling organization noted public support for legally recognizing gay marriages has now exceeded 50%. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: What rights does the Respect for Marriage Act protect? The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 2015 by a narrow 5-4 vote that same-sex couples had the right to marry. Congress passed the bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act last year to protect some of the rights that came from that decision should it be overturned by the high court's new conservative supermajority. In its latest poll conducted between May 1-24, Gallup found majorities o...

Dan Patrick to hold press conference as Republican impasse beats on

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

AUSTIN (Nexstar) — One week after Gov. Greg Abbott called lawmakers back to

Platonic co-parenting offers an alternate model for family building

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Nick Farrow wanted what a lot of people do: a child, and a parenting partner. At 45, after a long-term romance didn’t work out, he decided to take matters into his own hands, entering into a platonic open arrangement that has flourished for nine years, since daughter Milly was born.Whether it’s with friends, known sperm dors or co-parenting connections made on so-called mating sites, more families are coming together platonically, without the pain of divorce or the added stress and expense of going it alone.Choosing to parent together platonically while living separately or under the same roof is an idea that’s been around for years among LGBTQ+ people. It has gained ground more recently among heterosexuals, and interest skyrocketed during the pandemic.Farrow and his parenting partner live about 15 miles apart, he in the English seaside town of Brighton. Their daughter, conceived through insemination, shuttles between the two. Not unlike divorced co...

Ballston Spa felon sentenced on drug conspiracy, firearm convictions

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday, a Ballston Spa man was sentenced to 130 months in prison. Maxwell Leiser, 36, admitted to being part of a Schenectady-based drug trafficking organization and unlawfully possessing firearms and ammunition as a felon. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Leiser admitted that between December 2020 and April 2021, he conspired to distribute approximately 465 grams of cocaine base and 198 grams of heroin from New York City to individuals in Saratoga County. Leiser's co-conspirator, Terell M. Patrick, aka Lite, has pled guilty to drug trafficking conspiracy and faces ten years to life in prison.Leiser will serve 4-years of supervised release following his release from prison. Other defendants in connection with the drug trafficking conspiracy include:Donovan Milhouse, 25 - Sentenced to 60 months in prison and 4 years of supervised release.Gregory Sherills, Jr., 40 - Sentenced to 60 months in pris...

2023 Scrabble Word Cup coming to Albany

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- World-renowned Scrabble players are making their way to Albany for the 2023 Scrabble Word Cup. The event is scheduled for June 30 through July 4 at the Albany Marriott. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Over 300 avid Scrabble players will be in Albany for "Scrabble's most prestigious tournament of the year." This year's players include 'G.I.' Joel Sherman, a former World and U.S. champion, Adam Logan, a former World, U.S., and Canadian champion, as well as keynote speaker Stefan Fatsis, who is a New York Times bestselling author of a book about competitive Scrabble."We're excited to showcase the strategic brilliance and linguistic prowess of Scrabble players from around the world," said Josh Greenway, Director of the 2023 Word Cup. "The Word Cup is not only a competition but a celebration of language, community, and inclusivity." Phone-free music festival coming to Greene County There are a few ways...

Tips for pet care amid poor air quality

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- With The Capital District coated in a smoky haze from wildfires in Canada, many residents are wondering what precautions to take, not only for themselves, but for their pets as well. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) announced a few tips to protect pets during this time of poor air quality. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The AVMA recommends:Keep pets inside as much as possible with windows shutLet dogs and cats outside for only a brief bathroom breakAvoid intense outdoor exercises. Only exercise pets when dust and smoke have settledBird owners- birds should not be allowed outside when smoke or particulate matter is presentAnother recommendation from the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society is if you have an air purifier, use it. Hochul recommends schools suspend outdoor activities due to impact of Canadian wildfires Stick with News10 and your local weather forecast for updates on the c...

Local non-profit to raise funds for South American asylum seekers

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Friday, Eden's Rose Foundation is hosting a Collaboration Kitchen fundraising event to support South American immigrants who have relocated to the Capital Region seeking asylum. The event runs from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Eden's Rose Foundation Community Kitchen at 498 First Street. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Two of the immigrants were professional chefs in their home countries and will make traditional South American dishes at the event. Each plate will be $20, with all proceeds going to help the incoming families rebuild their new lives. To pre-order, visit the Eden's Rose Foundation Facebook page.

Honest Weight Food Co-op

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Honest Weight is excited to invite everyone for a specialcelebration! Whether you’ve been shopping with us since our early days in 1976 or this will beyour first visit, we welcome you to share the wonderful opportunities your community-ownedgrocery store offers!From humble beginnings in 1976, Honest Weight was founded as a small basement projectamongst friends. Over the past 47 years, we have grown and evolved through many locations,even adding a satellite location at Empire State Plaza. In June 2023, we are celebrating 10years at our current location. Over the years, Honest Weight Food Co-op has evolved through amutual love of local, honest food and community. We have grown to meet the modernconsumer's needs while staying true to our core values. Honest Weight has created acommunity haven that we are so excited to celebrate and share with everyone!Starting from when we open our doors at 8 am, we will have a day full of fun! Our first 110guests will receive ...

Darren Pang to leave Blues broadcast team for rival Blackhawks

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:39 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Darren Pang, a longtime color commentator for St. Louis Blues broadcasts on Bally Sports Midwest, will be on the move next season. And not just anywhere, but to a Blues rival. Pang is finalizing a contract to join the Chicago Blackhawks broadcast team, sources told The Athletic's Jeremy Rutherford on Wednesday. FOX 2 sports director Martin Kilcoyne also confirmed this with a source Wednesday morning. St. Charles County residents upset over home value assessment Pang has spent the last 14 years with Bally Sports Midwest and has been known for his positive demeanor and in-depth analysis with Blues play-by-play announcer John Kelly. His "Holy Jumpin'!" catchphrase after big moments is also well-known in hockey culture. Just weeks ago, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch brought to attention that Pang's contract expired at the end of the 2022-23 Blues season. In addition to that situation, Pang's work on Blues broadcasts had been slightly limited in previous seasons as he also wo...