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Governor gives early hint for legislative priorities

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — This week on Empire State Weekly, lawmakers returned to the capitol to begin the legislative session. As lawmakers stated their priorities, Governor Kathy Hochul gave some indicators for her legislative goals ahead of the State of the State address. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! NEWS10 Capitol Correspondent Jamie DeLine, explained Governor Hochul this week indicated she would prioritize consumer protections and affordability. Also this week, Patrick Orecki, the Director of State Studies for the Citizens Budget Commission explained as lawmakers return to the capitol. After lawmakers lay out their priorities, and the governor gives the State of the State address, the focus will shift to the budget which is due in April."The Governor's Executive Budget is kind of the Super Bowl of the budget-making process it's where you see the parameters of how the budget is going to take shape so the big things for u...

Schodack declares snow emergency

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

SCHODACK, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Town of Schodack will enact a snow emergency starting at 4 p.m. on Saturday and running until 4 a.m. Monday morning. There will be no parking on any streets in town and trash bins should be pulled back from the side of the road so plows can remove snow. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The area is expecting several inches of snow to fall Saturday into Sunday. Stick with the NEWS10 Stormtracker Team for the latest updates on what to expect.

Village of Catskill announces parking plan for snow removal

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

CATSKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In response to the anticipation of snowfall this weekend, the Village of Catskill will be implementing a parking plan for snow removal beginning Saturday night. Residents with driveways are asked to use them and avoid parking on the street. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! All vehicles must be parked on the odd side of the street from 8 p.m. on Saturday to 8 a.m. on Sunday. Vehicles must then be parked on the even side of Village Streets from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. This will continue until the snow emergency has been canceled.Additionally, starting on Saturday, there will be no parking on Main Street from Greene Street to Summit Avenue between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m. There will also be no alternate street parking on Water Street from the intersection of Union Street to Church Street. 01/05/2024: The first winter storm of 2024 Vehicles violating these parking regulations will be ticketed and towed at the owner'...

St. Louis man accused of repeatedly macing women and demanding sex by gunpoint

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS, Mo. - A man is facing felony charges after several violent disturbances occurred for over a month.The incidents began in early November 2023 when Antonio Mickey, 24, entered a motel room with two people inside. He walked in, maced one victim, threatened to shoot her, and stole money. The officers learned the victim and Mickey had previously met on a website, according to the probable cause statement.A month later, on December 20, he met with another victim in a car port along Marceline Terrace. Police say he maced a woman and forced her to perform sexual acts with a gun pointed to her head. Mickey proceeded to steal the victim's personal belongings before fleeing the scene. Light rain and snow to impact Friday evening plans On December 28, there was another similar encounter with a third victim at the same location. Mickey is accused of first robbing the woman, holding her at gunpoint, and attempting to mace her, but he was unsuccessful. He coerced the victim at gunpoi...

Gypsy Rose Blanchard's story unveiled in Lifetime's documentary

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Gypsy Rose Blanchard, Missouri's true crime sensation, is breaking her silence in a documentary series titled "The Prison Confessions of Gypsy Rose Blanchard," produced by Lifetime. The six-episode series can be accessed through the Lifetime app as episodes are released. The first episode airs tonight 8/7c.The documentary delves into Gypsy's personal account of the events surrounding her mother, Clauddine Blanchard, known as Dee Dee Blanchard, who deceived everyone into believing Gypsy was gravely ill.  Gypsy may have fallen victim to Munchausen syndrome by proxy, a psychological disorder where a caretaker induces illness or fabricates symptoms to garner attention. Photo by Tibrina Hobson/Getty ImagesThe series explores the abuse Gypsy endured and sheds light on the murder of her mother, a case that captured national headlines. At the time of the documentary's creation, Gypsy was still incarcerated. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Gypsy state...

General contractors would be liable for wage theft claims against subcontractors under Democrats’ bill

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

Colorado construction contractors could face civil liability for wage theft under a bill previewed by Democratic lawmakers Friday.Details of the proposal are still being finalized ahead of the legislative session that begins Wednesday. House Majority Leader Monica Duran, a Wheat Ridge Democrat, said it is one of the bills she plans to introduce on the first day, and classified it as part of the party’s priority of economic justice.Colorado sees an estimated $728 million in wage theft annually, according to a 2022 Colorado Fiscal Institute report cited by Duran. For comparison, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimates there was about $642 million worth of goods stolen via retail theft in Colorado in 2021.“It is an injustice,” Rep. Meg Froelich, an Englewood Democrat, said. “It is stolen rent money. It’s money that would have gone to the kitchen table, health care, back-to-school supplies. So it’s critical for our working families, who we are relying ...

Broncos scouting report: How Denver matches up against Raiders and predictions

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

Broncos (8-8) at Raiders (7-9)When: 2:25 p.m. MT, SundayWhere: Allegiant StadiumRadio/TV: 850 AM, 94.1 FM/FOXBroncos-Raiders series: Broncos are 53-71-2 in 126 regular-season games dating back to 1960; the Broncos lost 17-16 in the last meeting, on Sept. 9, 2023, in Denver, and have lost seven in a row to their divisional rival.In the spotlightJaleel McLaughlin found a groove early in last week’s 16-9 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.In the first quarter, Denver’s rookie running back had a 10-yard reception, then he sped down the right side of the field for a 9-yard gain after that. Later in the second quarter, McLaughlin’s 11-yard run helped spark the Broncos’ six-play, 75-yard scoring drive.Over the past two games, McLaughlin has flashed versatility that had been evident during the early parts of the season but dried up in November and early December. He totaled 62 yards from scrimmage against the Chargers. And before that, he registered 67 total yards in the Christmas Eve loss t...

I-25 north reopens south of Colorado Springs after jack-knifed tractor-trailer closed lanes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

Interstate 25 northbound has reopened in Fountain south of Colorado Springs after a jack-knifed tractor-trailer got stuck on the roadway as overnight snow caused dangerous road conditions in the state’s south and southeast.The interstate’s north lanes were closed between the U.S. 85 exit and the Mesa Ridge Parkway from about 4:30 a.m. to just before 1 p.m., according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. CDOT reported the reopening at 12:46 p.m.1/5/24 update from Troop 2C. #cowx #TravelUpdate pic.twitter.com/zsyltEMP6V— CSP La Junta&Lamar (@CSP_LaJunta) January 5, 2024Colorado State Patrol troopers in a video posted on X warned drivers in the southeast part of the state that road conditions are dangerous and advised drivers to stay off the roads or take precautions.Related ArticlesTransportation | U.S. 287 closed north of Longmont due to two crashes Transportation | Northbound I-25 reopens north of Mead after crash Transp...

'World of Color-One' to return to Disney's California Adventure Park

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

Disney’s “World of Color – One” will return to Disney’s California Adventure Park beginning on Jan. 19, the resort announced on Friday.The show, which debuted during the Disney100 celebration, is the first Disneyland Resort nighttime spectacular to feature characters and music from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, the Avengers and Star Wars all in the same production. Disneyland to resume Magic Key annual pass sales next week “World of Color-One” tells the story of how a “single action – like a drop of water – creates a ripple that can grow into a wave of change,” a news release said.“Hurry Home – A Lunar New Year Celebration,” a water show, will be shown before “World of Color-One” during the resort’s Lunar New Year celebration. Lunar New Year at Disney’s California Adventure Park will run from Jan. 23 through Feb. 18."Hurry Home – A Lunar New Year Celebration" returns, presented before "World of Color – One" in Disney California Adventure Park (Joshua Sudo...

NRA chief LaPierre resigns before civil trial begins

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:15:22 GMT

By Michael R. Sisak | Associated PressNEW YORK — The longtime head of the National Rifle Association said Friday he is resigning, just days before the start of a New York civil trial that’s poised to scrutinize his leadership of the powerful gun rights organization.Wayne LaPierre, the executive vice president and chief executive officer, said his departure is effective Jan. 31. He had been in charge of the NRA since 1991. Andrew Arulanandam will become the interim CEO & EVP, the organization said.Related ArticlesNational News | 10-year-old Northern California boy who allegedly shot and killed another child won’t face charges National News | Study: 300,000 lives could be saved in the next decade if states followed California’s example on gun laws National News | California man fired 71 shots, caused over $100,000 in damage at Las Vegas hotel on New Years Eve National News | 10-year-old Northern California boy held o...