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Governor announces grants, legislation to combat hate crimes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

ALBANY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) – Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday, July 11 that she has made millions of dollars available -- and signed new legislation -- to combat hate crimes. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! More than $51 million was made available in grants through the Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes program to strengthen safety and security measures at organizations that are at risk of hate crimes. The funding is the largest amount ever made available by the program, which began in 2017.According to the Division of Criminal Justice Services, 947 hate crimes were reported last year by police departments and sheriff’s offices in New York State. That is an increase of over 20 percent from 2021 and the most reported in the last five years."Hate has absolutely no place in our state, and we will continue to do whatever it takes to make sure every New Yorker is safe from baseless violence that stems from preju...

Longtime WTEN reporter Anya Tucker moving on to next chapter

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — After 17 years with WTEN and more than 24 years in News Anya Tucker is moving on to a new career.  The journalist writing her own Breaking News Alert saying, “I’m not going to “bury the lead”, as they say in the News Biz, so here it goes! I am moving on to a new career outside of News. But before I go, I’d like to express how proud I am to have enjoyed a such long and exciting run.” Anya said she wishes to thank the thousands of individuals she has spoken with during her career. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “I’ll be forever grateful to the people of the Capital Region and Lansing, Michigan (WLNS) who shared their experiences, concerns and stories with me over my 24-year-long career. I’ve enjoyed a thrilling ride covering national stories such as hurricanes Katrina and Rita and local ones like the search for missing Jaliek Rainwalker. There were countless exciting court and crime stories,...

New bar and restaurant opening in Milton

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

MILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A new bar and restaurant is soon opening in Milton. Milton Tavern, located at 430 Geyser Road, is set to open sometime the week of July 17. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Owners Micah Henzel and Joseph Muia III both have experience in the restaurant industry. Henzel has been a sous chef and bartender, while Muia has been a bartender at Dozers Bar and Grill, also located on Geyser Road, for the past 10 years.Milton Tavern is in the former Jay's Bar & Grill space, which closed at the end of January. Henzel and Muia then took over and completely remodeled the entire building.Milton Tavern is set to open sometime the week of July 17 (photo: Sara Rizzo)Milton Tavern is set to open sometime the week of July 17 (photo: Sara Rizzo)Milton Tavern is set to open sometime the week of July 17 (photo: Sara Rizzo) Russell’s Deli in Ballston Spa up for sale "We are going for a neighborhood family-friendly en...

Schenectady Police investigate another suspected fatal overdose

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to the Schenectady Police, eight individuals have died due to suspected fatal overdose deaths between July 1 and 8. The latest case was reported on July 8 in the City's Stockade Neighborhood. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! An autopsy of the body was conducted. It is believed that intoxication by drugs was a factor. Police believe that the substances involved in these cases consist of heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, and xylazine. The substances were injected, smoked, and snorted. The Special Investigations Unit is continuing to investigate the suspected fatal overdose incidents. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Tips Line at (518) 788-6566 or to submit a tip online.

Man attacks Jeff Co. deputy with screwdriver during attempted arrest

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. - Two people are behind bars after a man reportedly attacked a Jefferson County deputy with a screwdriver during an attempted arrest over the weekend. Prosecutors have charged Nicholas Davis, 47, and Amanda Davis, 45, of Dittmer, Missouri, with felonies in the investigation. Accused killer’s case thrown out over one question at trial The alleged attack followed a traffic stop of a driver in the 9500 block of Jones Creek Road on July 7, though the driver was not Nicholas or Amanda. According to court documents obtained by FOX 2, Nicholas reportedly came out of his nearby home, yelled at a deputy and started approaching him while holding a screwdriver. The deputy initially ordered Nicholas to back away, then used pepper spray. Per court documents, the deputy attempted to arrest Nicholas, who then struck him in the chest with the screwdriver. Amanda reportedly approached the deputy and pulled him away from Nicholas before both ran inside their home. Close ...

18-year-old accused of shooting from stolen vehicle outside girlfriend's house

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A St. Louis County 18-year-old is accused of firing a gun from a stolen vehicle with the intent to intimidate his girlfriend.According to a report filed by the University City Police Department, the incident happened on June 27 in the 1500 block of Park Way Drive.Police claim Walter Moore was driving to his girlfriend's house and arguing with her over the phone about money he'd spent on her during the relationship. When he got to her home, Moore, still seated in his car, took out a gun and fired several shots into the air.Officers arrived at the scene and Moore sped away. He allegedly broadcasted the police pursuit on his Instagram account, and also texted a death threat to his girlfriend. Accused killer’s case thrown out over one question at trial During the pursuit, police discovered the vehicle Moore was driving had been reported stolen in the City of St. Louis. Moore was eventually taken into police custody.After being booked, Moore allegedly called a f...

Denver Beer Co. will open fifth location in southern suburb

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

Denver Beer Co., the fast-growing brewery operation that recently opened its fourth location in Lowry, on Tuesday said it has begun working on a fifth location in Littleton.The new taproom, at 2409 Main St., will include a kitchen and an all-season patio with both outdoor and enclosed seating, fire pits, patio heaters, misters and games. Unlike Denver Beer Co.’s other locations in Denver and Arvada, the Littleton taproom will offer table service from the kitchen.“This little spot on Main Street is a perfect extension of [the brewery], with its spacious patio and position in the heart of the community,” co-owner Patrick Crawford said in a statement.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | This brewery tap room also serves as a trailhead for runners, hikers and mountain bikers | Opinion Restaurants, Food and Drink | Paramore’s career high, brewers take over Salida, Cirque’s “Kooza” and more things to do in Denver this week ...

Pedestrian hit, killed on 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

One person was killed and several lanes were closed in a crash on the 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles Tuesday morning.The incident was reported around 5 a.m. in the southbound lanes near North Los Angeles Street, according to the California Highway Patrol. A vehicle somehow struck and killed a pedestrian but no further details about the crash were immediately available. Sky5 view of the 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles where a pedestrian was hit and killed. July 11, 2023. (KTLA)Three lanes were blocked on the southbound side of the freeway as a result of the collision. A SigAlert for the lane closures was issued shortly after the crash. Lanes reopened later in the morning.

Leonardo DiCaprio to fund scholarships, climate education at his former school in L.A.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

Leonardo DiCaprio will fund scholarships and a climate education program at the UCLA-based elementary school where he was once himself a scholarship student, the actor and the college said Tuesday.The Leonardo DiCaprio Scholarship fund and the Climate Justice Education Program are set to begin in the forthcoming school year at the UCLA Lab School. “I was fortunate enough to attend the Lab School due to the generous contributions of UCLA donors, and my experience profoundly transformed my worldview,” DiCaprio said in a statement to The Associated Press. “I am proud to have the chance to pass on my experience to those who might otherwise miss out on this opportunity, and to help create a program that will help guide the next generation of climate warriors.”The school aims to provide innovative educational techniques for its students — whose ages range from 4 to 12 — that outside teachers can come to study.DiCaprio's scholarship fund will give its students who need financial aid, which...

Juan Rafael Bautista Pronounced Dead Following Three-Car Collision on Vasco Road [Byron, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:24:14 GMT

3 Injured in Fatal Head-on Crash near Camino DiabloBYRON, CA (July 11, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a head-on collision on Vasco Road left Juan Rafael Bautista dead and three others injured.The incident happened on June 21st, shortly before 2:00 a.m., on Vasco Road, just south of Camino Diablo.According to the authorities, a Dodge Ram, a Toyota Tacoma driven by 47-year-old Bautista, and a Chevrolet Express were involved in the collision.Upon investigation, the officers discovered that the Dodge was headed southbound when it veered over to the northbound lanes and collided head-on with Bautista for reasons currently unknown.Furthermore, the Chevy which was headed northbound struck the Dodge that was overturned from the first collision.Unfortunately, Bautista died at the scene due to the extent of his injuries.Meanwhile, the driver of the Dodge suffered major wounds. Their passenger along, with the driver of the Chevy, received minor injuries.Consequently, two of them were airli...