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Texas requires vehicle inspections — How many other states do it?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

TEXAS (KXAN) -- With many new residents moving to the Lone Star State, vehicle registrations and inspections might not be top of mind. But with each state governing safety and emissions inspections individually, here's a status update on all of the inspections you need to know about while living in Texas.!function(){"use strict";window.addEventListener("message",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data["datawrapper-height"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll("iframe");for(var t in a.data["datawrapper-height"])for(var r=0;rNearly 20 states require some form of periodic vehicle safety inspections, including Texas. This applies to all registered vehicles statewide, per the Texas Department of Public Safety.While every vehicle must receive an annual, comprehensive safety inspection, some are required to have an emissions test.Which Texas vehicles are required to have an emissions test?Seventeen counties are deemed designated regions where emission tests are required:BrazoriaCollinDallasDentonEl Pa...

5 things to know this Friday, April 14

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Summer-like warmth blanketed the Capital Region on Thursday. Meteorologist Jill Szwed said today will be more of the same, with forecasted highs nearing the 90-degree mark. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! One person is dead after a fire at the Hanley Motor Home Park on the Columbia Turnpike. And in Albany, a group called "Preserve Kenwood" is rallying to support the preservation of the historic former home of the Doane Stuart School. Read more, in today's five things to know.1. Fatal structure fire closes down parts of Columbia TurnpikeThe structure fire that broke out at Hanley Motor Park Home at 148 Columbia Turnpike has claimed the life of one individual. Police say a motor home residence was fully involved. Fatal structure fire closes down parts of Columbia Turnpike 2. Preserve Kenwood plans for a new futureWhether you remember it as a convent, Kenwood Academy or the old Doane Stuart school, w...

Clifton Park ice cream shop opens early for season

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) — For the last few years, rainy days kept Rainbow Delights away. But this year, Lynn Warn said she's hoping for a longer season. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "The last few, it's all been... it's been late because it's been cold and rainy," explained Warn, the owner, and operator of Rainbow Delights. "Once we saw the weather, we said, 'got to pull the plug, got to go.'" The Clifton Park staple opened on Thursday, to the delight of customers young and old. "We love coming here, Jonah and I," said Erin Haegele, the shop's first customer of the 2023 season. "It's his favorite place. The weather, it's so nice. So, yup, it's a great day for ice cream!" New tavern, bike café to open in Voorheesville Some regulars were surprised to be back so soon. "I think they usually open in May or something," said Karah Reinemann, of Troy. "We were driving by here, and we were like, 'when are they going to open...

Police investigating shooting on MetroLink train

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. - Services are back to normal Friday morning after a fight on a MetroLink train. It was heading to Illinois from a St. Louis Cardinal game. Shot were fired, almost hitting a passenger.This all took place around 9:00 p.m. A spokesperson for Bi-State Development, which runs Metro services, said no trains were running between Busch Stadium and Emerson Park for a couple of hours after the shooting. Blue line trains were also affected.The blue line was only operating between the Shrewsbury-Lansdowne I-44 and Forest Park-Debaliviere MetroLink stations. Passengers had to transfer between blue line and red line trains at the Forest Park-Debaliviere station. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Metro encouraged riders to use the bu...

Central West End charity building burglarized

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Someone broke into a building near the Central West End that houses multiple charities.Police responded to a burglary alarm at the building on union Boulevard at around 3:30 a.m. Upon arrival, they found a window open which went to a room containing boxes labeled "toys for tots." Top Story: Missouri students physically restrained, secluded thousands of times That building is also home to the Demetrius Johnson Foundation. Police have not said if the thieves got away with anything.FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Man shot in north St. Louis City

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - There is a heavy police presence in north St. Louis City early Friday morning. FOX 2's Nissan Rogue Runner Nic Lopez was at the scene, located at Page Avenue and Spring, where officers found a man shot. Police tape can be seen in the area. Top Story: Missouri students physically restrained, secluded thousands of times The cause of the shooting and severity of the victim's injuries have not been revealed. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

St. Charles hosts 18th annual Builders Home Show this weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo.- The 18th annual Builders St. Charles Home Show is this weekend.It'll be at the St. Charles Convention Center, and it's free admission and parking. You can learn about and buy the latest home products plus services to improve your home. That includes furniture, kitchen and bath designs, gardening, and more. Trending: St. Louis County battles over marijuana sales tax There will also be a sausage festival and wine tasting featuring local businesses. The home show is from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.

R100 Shoot National Archery Tournament taking place through weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

GODFREY, Ill. - You can watch more than 300 archery pros and beginners shoot their way through a 3D target range.It's for the R100 Shoot National Archery Tournament at Camp Warren Levis in Godfrey, Illinois. Adults, teens, and even kids under 10 will all participate. It's free for all spectators. Trending: St. Louis County battles over marijuana sales tax The fun starts Friday at noon, continues Saturday at 10:00 a.m., and again on Sunday at 11:00 a.m.

New pediatric clinic opens today in Tower Grove

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - SSM Health, Cardinal Glennon Pediatrics, is opening a new clinic in Tower Grove. It's at 2927 South Kingshighway Boulevard.The new facility has exam rooms and space for its 'Cares Program', which helps families with food insecurity, childcare, assistance for new moms, and more. The clinic opens Friday. Top Story: Missouri students physically restrained, secluded thousands of times Saturday, they're hosting a community event, so locals can learn about the facility. They'll also be giving away free bike helmets.

Broncos draft preview: With limited capital, how does Denver prioritize offensive line needs?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:00 GMT

Editor’s note: This is the fifth in a series of NFL draft previews as it relates to the Broncos. Monday: Quarterbacks | Tuesday: Running backs | Wednesday: Wide receivers | Thursday: Tight ends Today: Offensive line Broncos in-house offseason moves: Signed RT Mike McGlinchey (five years, $87.5 million), G Ben Powers (four years, $52.5 million), G/C Kyle Fuller (one year, $1.08 million).Under contract: McGlinchey, Powers, Fuller, Garett Bolles (two years), Lloyd Cushenberry (one year), Quinn Meinerz (two years), Luke Wattenberg (three years), Isaiah Prince (one year), Quinn Bailey (one year), Parker Ferguson (one year), Christian DiLauro (one year), Will Sherman (one year), Hunter Thedford (one year).Need scale (1-10): 7. If the Broncos are comfortable with Cushenberry and/or Fuller at center, they don’t have a glaring need in the 2023 lineup. However, this group needs more young talent overall, particularly at tackle. In 2024, Bolles’ cap number is $20 million, McGlinchey’s is $18.5...