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‘Action means something to me’: Mayor Kirk Watson responds to winter storm report

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www.kxan.com – Grace Reader – 2023-10-03 16:38:55

SUMMARY: A City-wide after-action report was released in Austin, highlighting communication challenges between City, County, and private-sector staff during the winter storm. It revealed that some departments were operating in isolation and duplicating work. The report also identified a lack of translation services. Jesús Garza was brought in as Interim City Manager to address emergency preparedness and response after former City Manager Spencer Cronk was fired. The report found a need to better educate the public on available services and ensure the City has the capacity to meet the needs of the homeless. Changes are being implemented based on the report's findings.

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How to get a fireworks permit in Austin, other things to know

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www.kxan.com – Julianna Russ – 2024-07-04 08:00:00

SUMMARY: In Austin, using or selling fireworks is illegal without a permit from AFD Special Events, costing $200. Permits for aerial displays require a 30-day notice, while flame acts need 14 days. Necessary documents include a site plan, pyrotechnic operator license, fireworks list, and insurance. State Fire Marshal's Office permit is also needed. Non-emergency numbers should be used to report illegal fireworks. Allowed without a permit are Snake, Glow Worms, Smoke Devices, Wire Sparklers, and Trick Noisemakers. These items must be used safely per manufacturer guidelines in outdoor locations. For permits, contact afdspecialevents@austintexas.gov.

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Taylor Casey missing Bahamas: New photos released in search for missing Chicago woman who dissapeared during yoga retreat

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abc13.com – KTRK – 2024-07-04 07:59:44

SUMMARY: New photos released Thursday show the belongings of Taylor Casey, a Chicago woman who disappeared from a yoga retreat on Paradise Island, Bahamas, on June 19. The images depict items such as clothes and books inside her tent. Casey’s mother recently visited the retreat but found the experience unsettling, feeling that local authorities did not care about her daughter’s disappearance. The family is now urging the FBI to get involved to uncover what happened to Casey. Authorities have found her cell phone, but there are no other significant leads. The family’s plea stresses the urgency for additional support.

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces new sex trafficking allegations in lawsuit filed by former porn star Omunique

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SUMMARY: Sean “Diddy” Combs faces new sex trafficking allegations in a lawsuit by former porn star Adria English, who claims Combs groomed her for a sex trafficking operation. English, who performed as Omunique, alleges she was forced into a cycle of abuse involving alcohol, drugs, and sexual assault, facilitated by Tamiko Thomas, who is compared to Ghislaine Maxwell in aiding Combs. This lawsuit, filed in New York, marks at least the 10th such case against Combs. English met Combs while dancing at a club, with her involvement tied to her then-boyfriend's modeling opportunities with Combs's brand.

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