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January should be a cold month … and it was

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www.kxan.com – Rich Segal – 2025-02-01 11:47:00

SUMMARY: January in Austin was colder and drier than usual, with an average temperature of 52.2°F and 2.64 inches of rain. The month saw 21 days with below-normal highs, including the coldest day, January 20th, when temperatures at Camp Mabry reached just 33°F. Several mornings featured lows in the 20s, with the coldest being 20°F on the 22nd. Rain was scarce, with no precipitation for the first eight days, and only a few brief rain events, including a snowstorm on the 21st. By the end of the month, totals fell 0.63 inches short of the average rainfall for January.

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41 bodies recovered after DC midair collision

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www.youtube.com – KPRC 2 Click2Houston – 2025-01-31 22:23:35

SUMMARY: At the midair crash site near Washington DC, recovery efforts continue, with 41 bodies retrieved from the Potomac River. All 67 individuals on board the aircraft are presumed dead. The NTSB confirmed the helicopter’s black box has been recovered, revealing the helicopter was operating above its maximum allowed altitude. Victims included notable figures such as civil rights attorney Kia Duggins and 14 passengers connected to the figure skating community. Among the deceased are U.S. Army personnel, including 28-year-old Staff Sergeant Ryan Austin O’Hara, who leaves behind a wife and young son. The entire community mourns this tragic loss.

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Pa Gov. Josh Shapiro giving update on Philadelphia plane crash

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www.youtube.com – KHOU 11 – 2025-01-31 20:59:13

SUMMARY: Local, state, and federal leaders gathered to address the community following a tragic aviation disaster in Northeast Philadelphia. U.S. Senators, Congressman Evans, and local officials, including Mayor and Governor, expressed gratitude for the support and resources available to affected individuals. The Mayor emphasized the “One Philly” philosophy, highlighting unity and neighborly support during this crisis. Pennsylvania officials deployed state troopers, transportation teams, and environmental protection members to assist. The U.S. Secretary of Transportation also offered support, with FAA and NTSB members dispatched to the scene. Leaders will provide updates as they work together to support the community in this difficult time.

This is live video of a news conference in Philadelphia after a plane with six people crashed tonight.

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It’s costs the most to rent an apartment in these US cities: report

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www.kxan.com – Nick Jachim – 2025-01-31 17:56:00

SUMMARY: Rent prices for one-bedroom apartments are increasing across major U.S. cities, rising 2.5% nationally compared to last year, as reported by Zumper. New Haven, Connecticut, experienced the most significant increase at over 33%, while Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska, saw jumps of 26% and 24%. New York City tops the list with an average rent of $4,280, a 5.9% increase, followed by San Francisco and Jersey City. Conversely, some cities like Durham, North Carolina, and Chicago reported substantial rent drops of 12.8% and 11.1%, respectively. Austin, TX, is noted as the most affordable city for renters, with a median rent of $1,394.

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