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Texas flags lowered to half-staff in remembrance of Uvalde school shooting

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Wednesday, the one-year anniversary of the Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas, where 19 children and two adults were killed, Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas flags across the state be lowered to half-staff.Abbott also issued a statewide call for Texans to take part in a moment of silence at 11:30 a.m. According to the governor's office, the moment of silence will be in memory of the victims, survivors, families, loved ones and the entire Uvalde community."One year ago, the Uvalde community and the entire state of Texas were devastated to our core by the tragedy at Robb Elementary School," Abbott said. "Our hearts remain with the families and members of the community, with whom Cecilia and I met in the weeks and months after as they grieved and began their journeys of healing. As we lower Texas flags today in remembrance, I ask all Texans to join Cecilia and me in a moment of silence in honor of those who lost their lives, the families who lost a loved ...

North Shore nursing home records zero COVID cases

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

GRAND MARAIS — The North Shore Living care center did not detect a single COVID-19 case in its facility throughout the entire coronavirus public health emergency, North Shore Health announced in a news release Tuesday.The Cook County nursing home has 37 beds, according to its website. Kimber Wraalstad, CEO of North Shore Health, said the health system followed protocol from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota Department of Health, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services from the beginning of the discovery of coronavirus in the U.S. more than three years ago.The federal government declared an end to the COVID public health emergency May 11. The U.S. Public Health Emergency was declared Jan. 31, 2020, with a presidential declaration of a nationwide emergency following on March 13, 2020.In the last three and a half years, Cook County recorded six COVID-related deaths, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. The county was the last in Minnesota ...

Mexican-Italian fusion restaurant opens in Ballston Spa

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- 42 Fusion, a Mexican and Italian fusion restaurant, has opened in Ballston Spa. The eatery had its soft opening on May 22. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! For owners Alicia Halse and Tino Lopez, this is their first restaurant venture. Lopez is the chef while Halse runs front-of-house operations. They began working to open the restaurant in January.Lopez moved to the United States from Mexico in 2006. He's worked in several Saratoga Springs restaurants including Forno Bistro and Three Vines Bistro. Halse is also local to Saratoga Springs. Best restaurants in Schuylerville, according to Yelp "I wanted to do something different in my life," said Lopez. "I'm not going to say it's easy. It's easy when you're working for somebody but I don't want to stay under pressure from somebody.""Be your own boss," said Halse.The menu includes a mix of Mexican and Italian dishes including tacos, Mexican Lasag...

Crash on Delafield Drive in Colonie shuts down all lanes

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a crash on NY 5 in both directions at Delafield Drive in Colonie. All lanes are closed westbound, with one left lane of two lanes closed eastbound. Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!Details regarding the crash are still limited at this time. Stick with News10 as more information regarding the crash becomes available.

$1.8M in grants awarded to state parks, trails, sites, etc.

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- $1.8M in grants was announced to support 28 not-for-profit organizations involving state parks, trails, historic sites, public lands, and more. The grants will support partner groups looking to raise private funds for capital projects, maintenance and beautification projects, provide educational training, and host special events to promote the parks. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The $1.8M in grants is the highest amount awarded in Park and Trail Partnership Grants program history. The program is funded through the state Environmental Protection Fund. "We are proud to support the work of the incredible grassroots partner organizations that elevates the stewardship and programming of our state parks, historic sites, trails, and public lands," Governor Kathy Hochul said. "With the largest investment in the Park and Trail Partnership Grants program history, New York State is sending a message that we...

SUNY Adriondack hosting talk on workforce

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Warren County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is hosting a talk on the state of national higher education, and how that effort affects economies in regions local and nationwide. Dr. Rachel Sederberg is returning to the region for her second talk. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The EDC will welcome Sederberg for "Wading in with the Workforce of Tomorrow," a talk to be held Thursday, June 15, at SUNY Adirondack in Queensbury. From 8:30 - 10 a.m., Sederberg will speak on what a large percentage of college-bound high school graduates means for jobs that don't require a degree, like trade professions. Drawing in relevance, the Warren County region is part of WSWHE BOCES, which educates students in various trades.Registration will be made available online. The conference starts at 8:30 a.m. with a light breakfast included. The event takes place at SUNY Adirondack's Northwest Bay Conference ...

Man charged with throwing bleach on and shooting at partner

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

CLAYTON, Mo. - A Ferguson man appeared in St. Louis Circuit Court on Wednesday on domestic violence charges.According to a report filed by the Ferguson Police Department, the incident occurred May 21 at an apartment in the 1300 block of Ferguson Avenue.Police claim Jeremy Jackson threw bleach on the victim and her belongings as she was attempting to pick up her stuff from the apartment they had previously shared.Jackson allegedly pointed a gun at the woman, who attempted to flee. Jackson fired in her direction. Who is Sai Kandula? Chesterfield man charged in White House crash Police later recovered the gun and shell casings at the apartment.The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office charged Jackson, 33, with first-degree domestic assault, third-degree domestic assault, and armed criminal action. He remains jailed on a $150,000 cash-only bond.If convicted, Jackson faces between five and 15 years in prison on the first charge, up to four years on the second, and three to 15 ...

'American Pickers' coming to Illinois this summer in search for hidden gems

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

ILLINOIS - Got some rare valuables, collections or antiques piling up in your home? If you're looking to declutter, and you live in Illinois, there's a unique opportunity available this summer. You've likely seen "American Pickers" on the History Channel. The well-known antique hunters will make their way to Illinois soon. They're looking to pick from homes, garages, and large private storage places around the Land of Lincoln. Who is Sai Kandula? Chesterfield man charged in White House crash "American Pickers" debuted in 2010 with Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and Danielle Coby leading operations for Antique Archaeology in Iowa. The show is currently in its 23rd season, traveling around the United States to find rare artifacts and highlight their historical or cultural impact. More than a decade later, Mike and his brother Robbie continue to search for hidden treasures. They will be visiting Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan throughout July looking for items deemed as "rare," "historical...

Charges filed in Central West End homicide

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office has filed charges in connection with a recent fatal shooting in the Central West End.According to Evita Caldwell, a spokeswoman for the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, the shooting occurred just after 12:20 a.m. on May 23, at an apartment complex in the 4300 block of West Pine Boulevard. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Police found the victim, Nichalaus Kaznoch, lying on a common hallway floor inside the building, with a gunshot wound to his chest. Kaznoch was rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He was 39.The suspected gunman, identified as Kevin Smallwood, was taken into custody at the scene, Caldwell said. A motive for the shooting was not disclosed.Small...

Loveland police officer fired after hitting hospitalized woman’s face

Published Thu, 21 Nov 2024 20:42:01 GMT

A Loveland police officer was terminated after he hit a woman in the face while she was being evaluated at the hospital, the Loveland Police Department announced in a Wednesday morning news release.The incident, which is being investigated by the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, happened Saturday evening. The officer has not been identified.Please see the following News Release reference a Use of Force Investigation: https://t.co/4tsUR4Rar9— Loveland Police Department (@Loveland_police) May 24, 2023Officers had initially responded to a report of a woman walking in and out of traffic and speaking incoherently near North Garfield Avenue and East 29th Street. The officers put her in custody and took her to the Medical Center of the Rockies for evaluation.The woman was “verbally abusive toward healthcare professionals and spat at a nurse and on one of the officers,” the news release states. “The officer responded with an inappropriate use of force by striki...