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Stalker who tried to kidnap WWE star Sonya Deville gets 15 years in prison

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — An obsessive stalker who tried to kidnap WWE Superstar Sonya Deville nearly three years ago was sentenced to more than a decade behind bars, according to court documents obtained by WFLA. Phillip Arnold Thomas was arrested on suspicion of stalking and trying to kidnap Deville at her home in Lutz, Florida in August 2020. According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Thomas, who is from South Carolina, had been stalking Deville on social media for a few years, and had spent eight months plotting to kidnap her before he traveled to her home and tried to take her hostage. Authorities said he parked his vehicle at the nearby Idlewild Baptist Church, walked to Deville's home and used a knife to cut a hole in the patio screen. He waited for a few hours, then broke in through a back sliding door, setting off a security alarm.Deville and a guest, fellow WWE superstar Amanda Sacmanno, who is better known as Mandy Rose, were able to leave the home and call 911....

Risk of severe late day storms continues through the weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Be sure to stay weather aware over the weekend - our weather remains active with at least 3 rounds of potential severe weather ahead.Today starts quiet under mainly cloudy skies, but afternoon heat and sunshine will help another round of isolated storms to develop late day. The last outlook from the Storm Prediction Center has most areas along and west of I-35 under a slight risk (2 out of 5) for severe storms beginning late Friday afternoon through midnight.Risk of isolated to widely scattered severe storms Friday afternoon & eveningAnother round of isolated strong to severe storms is possible Saturday.Risk of isolated severe storms in the Hill Country on SaturdayYet another risk of severe storms is in place for Sunday.Risk of isolated strong to severe storms across the area on SundayRain chances will continue daily through the weekend into much of next week. While no one day in particular will be a washout, our 7-day forecast rain totals look healthy -- betwee...

University of Texas estimates 1,400 first-generation graduates this weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- This time of year Littlefield Fountain is the place to be. University of Texas graduates flock to its waters in their cap and gowns, along with their friends and family, to get the best graduation pictures with the UT Tower in the background. It's a special moment for everyone involved, especially for first-generation students who are accomplishing a family milestone. The university estimates there will be 1,400 first-generation students graduating with a bachelor's degree this weekend. Where to park, how to get to University of Texas at Austin graduation ceremonies 'I'm the first in my family at many things'Noelia Delgado is the middle child of five kids. Raised in Lake Whitney, Texas, north of Waco, Delgado was not used to bigger class sizes. Her graduating class in high school was just 106. "That was one of the big classes," Delgado said with a laugh. She was accepted to her dream school at the University of Texas, and although her mom wanted her to go to scho...

5 things to know this Friday, May 5

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — American poet Lucy Larcom once wrote, "When April steps aside for May, like diamonds all the rain-drops glisten; Fresh violets open every day; to some new bird each hour we listen." The glistening raindrops that have soaked the Capital Region in recent weeks are finally taking a break, according to meteorologists Jill Szwed and Matt Mackie. A couple of sprinkles still can't be ruled out, though. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Hebron man accused of fatally shooting Kaylin Gillis when she and her friends drove down the wrong driveway last month has been denied bail—again. Meanwhile, a Kingston high schooler is recovering in the hospital after they were allegedly attacked in the school's cafeteria. The details top today's five things to know. 1. Accused shooter denied bail in Kaylin Gillis deathThe Hebron man accused of fatally shooting a Schuylerville woman, when she and a group of friends accide...

98.3 TRY Social Dilemma: Should I tell my wife I don't like her haircut?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Today's 98.3 TRY Social Dilemma came from Gerry and it's about haircuts. Here's his email: Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Hi Jaime. I'm having a bit of a problem. I have always loved my wife’s long hair, so when she decided to cut it all off without telling me, I was shocked. She came home from getting it cut and asked me if I liked it and I lied and told her I did. But I don’t. I actually hate it and think it makes her look less attractive. I know I'm acting differently towards her, and she keeps asking me if I'm mad about something, and I keep saying no. But I know eventually I'm going to have to say something. How can I tell her now that I preferred her hair long and that I don’t like her new look? Hope you can help me out. Thanks.~ Gerry 5/5/2023: Just a couple pop-up showers Well, I'm a believer that looks are far from everything. I think Gerry should hold off and give his wife's new haircut...

FCSO: Man tased 4 times in fight with deputies

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

BROADALBIN, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Authorities say a drugged man fought with Fulton County deputies in front of Project 29, in Broadalbin, around 3:15 a.m. Thursday morning. The unnamed man was reportedly tased four times. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The sheriff's office would like anyone with cameras near the Route 29 pub to give them a call. "We are also looking for the two tractor-trailer operators that stopped to observe the situation and may have video," they added. "I guess the view is if you weren't there or didn't see anything or weren't aware of it you probably wouldn't have anything to add," a spokesperson wrote. They said the incident is still under investigation and charges will be forthcoming. Superintendent: Kingston student injured in ‘attack’ No further information was provided. If you witnessed the altercation, the sheriff's office asks you to call (518) 736-2100.

St. Louis circuit attorney resigns amid controversy

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- We are in front of the courts in Caranahan. This house is where Gardner's office is. Gardner sent her retirement letter to Governor Mike Parson yesterday afternoon. In the message, Gardner says that she will fight to protect the rights of people in St. Louis against "people outside the city."Part of her resignation letter says, "Stepping back is the most powerful thing I can do to stop these outsiders from taking your views and your rights. I wanted to help the people of St. Louis when I took this job, and that's still my north star. So, with a heavy heart but a firm decision, I'm retiring as your circuit attorney on June 1." We are finding out more about what went on behind the scenes before Gardner quit. Gardner has been talking to the Republican president of the Missouri Senate, Caleb Rowden of Columbia, and the Democrat leader of the minority in the Senate, John Rizzo of Independence, since the beginning of this week. We've heard that Gardner made a deal that if she...

"Margaritas for a Cause" with Andy Cohen Today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A few celebrity guests will be at "Ladue Taco" today to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and help raise money for a good cause. Talk show host Andy Cohen is expected to be at the "Margaritas for a Cause" parking lot party to support "Pedal the Cause." He'll actually be riding a bike attached to a blender that's making margaritas! Joining him are Julie Buck, Louis the Blues mascot, and Ladue Mayor Nancy Spewak. 10% of the proceeds from the event will go to cancer research. The event is this evening from 4 to 8 at the Ladue Taco on Clayton Road.

SSM Health & Food Bank host drive-thru food fair

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis area food bank is also teaming up with SSM Health for a drive through the food fair today. Team members will hand out food starting at 9 this morning at the S-S-M Health St. Louis University High Parking Lot located on Park Avenue. Supplies are limited, so it is first come, first served.

Join the fun and fight hunger at "Rock Out Hunger" concert

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis area food bank's "Rock Out Hunger" concert is tonight. The night of music features St. Louis rock and roll bands, including Fat Pocket, Dirty Muggs, and School of Rock. The concert is at the Chesterfield Amphitheater. Gates open at 5 this evening. Tickets are ten dollars and can be purchased on the website of the St. Louis' area food bank. All proceeds go towards helping people in need of food.