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Woman in TikTok video of racist outburst at California McDonald's is no longer employed

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) - A racist outburst at a McDonald's in Fresno, California, went viral on social media with hundreds of thousands of engagements since being posted over the weekend.The man in the video said he stepped in when the woman was degrading McDonald's employees. Now, he's being called a hero.The woman's employer, a dental office, said she no longer works for the business.Luis Aceves is the man who confronted the woman in the video, which now has hundreds of thousands of views. WATCH: Woman goes viral after using racial slurs at Fresno McDonald’s His friends were recording the whole incident while they were at lunch together. He said the woman exploded at employees over a soda."You [can't] come in here and try to degrade people. (bleep) you, you (bleep) Mexican. Hey!"The video purportedly shows a Central Valley woman using a racist term toward a man at the McDonald's on Friday."I felt like that was when I needed to step in," said Luis Aceves."Employees were ...

What on Earth is föhn? Explaining unusual weather system names around the world

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The world is full of unique weather events, but many of them aren't as unique as you may think. Sometimes weather systems are given wild names, but they're actually the same type of system.In this First Warning Weather University lesson, we look at some of these weather systems and the wild names they have.In this FWWU lesson you'll learn:What's the difference between a hurricane and a cyclone?Where do typhoons happen?What is a chinook and a föhn?There's more in the First Warning Weather University:How are hurricanes being effected by climate change?Why do some clouds look weirder than others?How does an old tool help meteorologists forecast the weather?

Comic-con style event coming to Austin Labor Day weekend

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – A comic-con style convention featuring celebrities, creators, cosplayers and voice actors is coming to the Austin Convention Center Sept. 1-3. The organizers of GalaxyCon Austin said the three-day convention will feature more than 150 guests as well as photo ops, Q&As, panels, costume contests, cosplay events, workshops, parties, gaming tournaments and celebrity meet and greets.According to GalaxyCon, the guest list includes: Charlie Cox - Daredevil, The Defenders, Spider-Man: No Way HomeKrysten Ritter - Jessica Jones, The Defenders, Breaking BadDavid Boreanaz - Angel, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, BonesMike Tyson - Legendary Boxing Champion, The Hangover, Mike Tyson MysteriesAndy Serkis - The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Planet of the Apes, The Batman, Black PantherVincent D’Onofrio - Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Daredevil, Hawkeye, Full Metal JacketStephen Amell - CW’s Arrow, DC's Legends of Tomorrow, The Flash, Supergirl, HeelsKayvan Novak - What We Do in...

$35K winning TAKE 5 ticket sold in New Paltz

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

NEW PALTZ, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A lucky Sunoco customer purchased a TAKE 5 top prize winning ticket worth $35,591.00 in the August 23 evening drawing. The ticket was purchased at the 270 Main Street location. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The winning numbers were 2, 12, 13, 28, and 36. The winning numbers are drawn from a field of one through 39.The New York Lottery is North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, contributing $3.7B in the 2022-2023 fiscal year to support education in New York. New Yorkers struggling with a gambling problem can contact the confidential HOPEline at 1-877-846-7369 or text HOPENY (467369). Standard text rates may apply.

Crash closes WB I-70 near 170, snarling area traffic

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Commuters should look at a traffic map before leaving today. Crashes are slowing traffic. One serious crash on I-70 is slowing down traffic on other interstates and side streets.I-70 WB is completely closed at I-170 due to a crash blocking all lanes. Traffic is currently being diverted off the interstate at Florissant. Multiple ambulances are on scene, and backups stretch for more than four miles all the way past Jennings Station. Avoid I-70 if you can at this time.Check FOX 2's traffic map for real-time updates.

5 memorable moments from a testy GOP debate

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

The first Republican presidential primary debate concluded Wednesday after nearly two hours characterized by fierce attacks among the candidates. The eight contenders on the stage in Milwaukee each had their moments, but a few really stood out. Here are five memorable moments from the first debate: Haley and Ramaswamy battle over foreign policyFormer United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy clashed in one of the most testy exchanges during the debate. When the moderators asked the candidates about if they would support providing additional funding to Ukraine to help it defend itself from Russia’s invasion, Ramaswamy was the only candidate to raise his hand and directly state that he would not support it. Haley fired away, saying that the president needs to have “moral clarity” to know the difference between good and evil, and characterizing Ukraine as a “pro-American country” that was invaded by a “thug” in R...

Buddy V's cake slices now at Chuck-E-Cheese

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

ST. CHALRES COUNTY, Mo. - Birthdays at Chuck-E-Cheese just got sweeter. There's a new cake option for your celebrations.'Buddy V's' cake slices are now available at the locations in St. Charles, South County, Fairview Heights, and Ellisville. FOX 2's Margie Ellisor, Ty Hawkins, Angle Hutti, and Amelia Muvagero tried the confetti, vanilla, rainbow, and chocolate fudge flavors. ‘Surprise’ donation to help Francis Howell schools tackle student lunch debt These flavors were created by the cake boss himself, Buddy Valastro.

Suspect in fatal Parker hit-and-run arrested in Aurora

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

A suspect in the Monday fatal hit-and-run collision in Parker has been arrested.Tory Conyers, 44, was arrested Wednesday with the assistance of the Aurora Police Department SWAT team, the Parker Police Department said in a Facebook post.The Parker Police Department, with the assistance of the APD SWAT team arrested Tory Conyers, 44, as a suspect in the fatal hit-and-run accident that occurred on August 21, 2023. A charge is merely an accusation, and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.— Parker Police Dept. (@ParkerPolice) August 24, 2023“The Parker Police Department wants to thank the community for their assistance and the tips that were received as well as the Aurora Police Department for their efforts in apprehending the suspect,” the news release stated.About 8:30 p.m. Monday night, a driver fleeing the scene of an alleged shoplifting incident at Walmart ran a red light at South Parker Road and Lincoln Avenue and hit a pedestrian who later died...

Denver weather: Thursday last day with high in 90s before weekend cooloff

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

Denver will see one more day in the 90s before high storm chances cool off the area.Thursday’s high is 92 degrees, and the day will be mostly sunny before slight 20% storm chances after 2 p.m. In the evening, winds will pick up to up to 14 mph, with gusts reaching 22 mph, and storm chances increase slightly before midnight.Few degrees cooler today with scattered storms in the afternoon over the higher elevations. A few showers possible west of I-25. Unsettled weather expect Fri. with a flash flood threat for burn areas and prone locations on the plains. Stay tuned for updates. #COwx pic.twitter.com/MddjFsL7GL— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) August 24, 2023The low Thursday night is 66 degrees.Storm chances are higher in the mountains, but some of those storms could come off the mountains onto the plains.Denver and most of the metro is also in another Ozone Action Day Alert Thursday. The hot and sunny weather during the first part of the day will allow ozone concentrations to...

4 dead, including gunman, in Orange County biker bar mass shooting; suspect was a cop

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:54:05 GMT

At least four people were killed and six others were injured Wednesday evening after shots rang out at a historic and popular Orange County biker bar. Among those killed was the suspected gunman, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department. The shooting happened around 7:05 p.m. at Cook's Corner, located at 19152 Santiago Canyon Rd. in Trabuco Canyon.Multiple people called 911 to report shots fired and deputies from the Sheriff's Department responded to the scene within minutes, according to Undersheriff Jeff Hallock.When deputies arrived, emergency dispatchers reported the sounds of gunshots could be heard on their radios.Authorities responded after several people were shot at Cook's Corner, a biker bar in Trabuco Canyon on August 23, 2023. (KTLA)At an 11 p.m. press conference, Hallock said several deputies entered the property and were confronted by the suspect, who they identified only as an adult man.A shooting occurred involving multiple deputies and the suspect was fat...