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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Austin city manager removes item on automatic license plate readers from council agenda
The Brief Item regarding automated license plate reader program removed from Austin City Council agenda City manager cites concerns expressed by residents during Tuesday's work session Testimony focused on city's vendor Flock, which works with ICE and uses AI AUSTIN, Texas - Austin's city manager has removed an item concerning the city's automated license plate reader (ALPR) program from Thursday's city council agenda. What we know T.C. Broadnax said in a statement Tuesday night that staff will be withdrawing Item 67, a proposed extension of the city's ALPR program, from Thursday's agenda. Broadnax cites concerns expressed by Austin residents during the council's work session on Tuesday as a reason behind his decision. What they're saying "Given concerns expressed today, I have decided to withdraw this item from the agenda at this time to provide more opportunities to address council members' questions and do our due diligence to alleviate concerns prior to bringing this item back to City Council for consideration," Broadnax said in his message to the Mayor and Council. Local perspective A press release from the office of council member Mike Siegel says that dozens of residents showed up to the work session to testify about the program. "The speakers overwhelmingly testified against the use of ALPRs, citing concerns about personal privacy, threats to immigrant families, threats to political dissidents, and more. Much of the testimony focused on the City's ALPR vendor, Flock, which works closely with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and also uses artificial intelligence (AI) to develop profiles of vehicles based on camera footage and other sources," said the release. What's next Broadnax's decision essentially means Austin's ALPR program will end on June 30. A press conference is scheduled for Wednesday, June 4 at 11:30 a.m. where immigration, reproductive rights and data privacy advocates will be joining Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes, Council member Zo Qadri and Siegel. They are expected to speak against the use of ALPRs and mass surveillance tools in Austin. The Source Information in this report comes from a release from Austin City Council member Mike Siegel's office.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Yahoo
Raleigh County man pleads guilty to violation of Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A Raleigh County man pleaded guilty to violating the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act. According to a press release, 61-year-old Anthony Broadnax, of Beckley, pleaded guilty on Monday, April 14, 2025 to to failure to register as a sex offender after moving from Virginia to West Virginia as required by the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA). The press release stated that according to court documents, Broadnax lived in the Beckley area of Raleigh County from around May 2021 through approximately July 26, 2021 after moving from Virginia. After he moved, Broadnax did not update his registration in Virginia or register in West Virginia, which is required by SORNA. Beckley man identified as worker killed on I-77, one man arrested and charged Due to Broadnax's convictions for aggravated sexual battery on August 25, 1990, and rape on February 7, 1991, both in Prince William County, Virginia, it is necessary for him to register as a sex offender and follow SORNA. Broadnax's sentencing is scheduled for August 29, 2025, and he faces up to 10 years in prison, a minimum of five years and up to a lifetime of parole, and a $250,000 fine. The announcement was made by Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston, who thanked the United States Marshals Service (USMS) for their work on the investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Austin one of 20 finalists for environmental sustainability innovation award
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin was named as a finalist for an award that recognizes innovative efforts to strengthen environmental sustainability through community engagement. The city of Austin was one of 20 finalists for the 2025 National Civic League's All-America City Award. According to the city, its Climate Equity Plan, which included contributions from more than 200 community members and organizations, contributed to the nomination. The city said the plan included: Achieving net-zero community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 Achieving 90% waste diversion by 2040 Reducing single-occupancy vehicle dependency with plans for a new light rail Expanding Austin Energy's clean energy portfolio Ensuring Austin's water needs are protected amid increasing climate pressures through Austin Water's 100-year plan 'This decade of bold action and innovation demonstrates Austin's dedication to environmental sustainability, resilience, and equity — core values driving our vision for a thriving, inclusive community,' said Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax. 'As highlighted in our Community Participation framework, Austin's greatest asset is its people: passionate about our city, committed to its improvement, and determined to see this vision become a reality.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Rivals250 DB Jaydin Broadnax commits to Louisville Cardinals football
When Rivals scouted West Boca (Fla.) High School back in November, blue-chip defensive back Jaydin Broadnax sported the Louisville Cardinals decal on his helmet for the playoff game. Afterwards, he confirmed UofL's strong position in his recruitment. Headed into the New Year he all but named the program his leader and on Thursday, he was back on campus. Broadnax informed Jeff Brohm and company he was indeed planning on becoming a Cardinal with a verbal commitment. The news became public on Saturday. "I had breakfast with the staff, came back to the facility to talk some ball and then went to the head coach's office to announce my commitment," Broadnax told Rivals. "Coach Brohm was very excited (laughing). He got out of his chair, and his office leads to the stadium, so he went out there yelling. "We could hear it outside of his office, he was saying, 'we finally got him!'" The new Cardinal commitment cites the consistency of Brohm's staff as a major catalyst for the decision. "Just staying true to everything since day one," he said. "I talk to at least one staff member every other day, I get mail from them twice a week, I talk to the head coach as often as any head coach in the country -- at least once a week. "And it's not even about football. They check in to see how I'm doing, how the workouts are going, all of that. I feel like if I stopped playing football tomorrow, they would still call me." CLASS OF 2025 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF 2026 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF 2027 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State TRANSFER PORTAL: Full coverage | Player ranking | Team ranking | Transfer search | Transfer Tracker A big secondary player who helped WBHS to the state championship as a junior, the Cardinals jumped in on Broadnax with an offer just over one year ago. 40 others would join in the end. The four-star doesn't expect to wait long into his freshman campaign to make a difference in the ACC. "They see me as a guy who can come in and start from day one to solidify myself in the college football world," he said. The program also sees him at cornerback, something few programs agreed with initially. Others have since come around since the dominant junior tape, in which Broadnax didn't allow a touchdown in coverage, came out. "I was very happy about that," he said. "Some schools didn't know because they've never seen me run a 40 or a 100. I have started lately and some schools are switching their judgement after I went 4.5 laser and 22 miles per hour on Catapult. "But Louisville always saw it in me." Now the latest Floridian to pick the program will look to give back as soon as his college career kicks off. "I'm a guy that's gonna change the whole culture," he said. "I'll stand out day one, making a difference in that defensive back room. I'm ready to make a difference. "I'm not trying to be an average guy, I'm trying to be the guy." Broadnax picked Louisville over finalists Auburn, Syracuse, Michigan, Florida State, Florida and USF. Rivals250 DB Jaydin Broadnax representing Louisville on his helmet‼️👀 — Rivals (@Rivals) November 16, 2024 SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH LOUISVILLE FANS AT
Associated Press
22-02-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Broadnax scores 16 in Rice's 71-50 victory over Tulsa
The AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. HOUSTON (AP) — Trae Broadnax had 16 points in Rice's 71-50 victory against Tulsa on Saturday. Broadnax had six rebounds for the Owls (13-15, 4-11 American Athletic Conference). Kellen Amos scored 13 points while going 3 of 7 from the floor, including 2 for 5 from 3-point range, and 5 for 7 from the line and added eight rebounds. Jimmy Oladokun Jr. shot 4 of 6 from the field and 2 for 4 from the line to finish with 10 points. Keaston Willis finished with 14 points for the Golden Hurricane (11-17, 5-10). Tyshawn Archie added 13 points for Tulsa. Dwon Odom also put up nine points. ___
