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50%+ of NY counties declare States of Emergency over asylees

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Over half of New York State's 62 counties have declared States of Emergency. The proclamations stem from the influx of migrants that have started being relocated throughout the state. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The pandemic-era asylum regulations of Title 42 ended on May 11, which was put in place to decrease the spread of COVID-19 across the United States border. The emergency health program being rescinded has opened the door to an increase of migrants into major hub areas, including New York City. To help mitigate the new arrivals, New York City has begun branching out to counties throughout the state about relocating asylum-seekers to other regions. As of May 23, Albany County joined over thirty New York counties who have declared a State of Emergency, expressing concerns for their ability to take on potential new migrants. Colonie Town Supervisor suing NYC, Albany over migrant arrival ...

New clothing store opens at Colonie Center

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Daily Thread, a women's clothing store, is now open at the Colonie Center. The store is located on the upper level near Boscov's, between T-Mobile and BOXLUNCH. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Colonie Center is constantly looking for retailers and companies who help us to provide the latest trends and services for our visitors,” said Elaheh Farahmarzi, Marketing and Business Development Manager at Colonie Center. “We’re thrilled to make Daily Thread part of the Center family, and help share their fashions and deals with the community.”Daily Thread offers fashionable clothing from casual wear to formal attire. Shoppers can look through dresses, tops, bottoms, outerwear, and a range of accessories. Popular brands include Juicy Couture, Frye, 89th + Madison, and more.Daily Thread has been named one of the fastest growing retail stores in the United States. The store at Colonie Center is one of severa...

Benefit to celebrate Lake George's former mayor

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This month is benefit season for a village home that provides respite to families with children suffering from cancers and other debilitating illnesses. It's also a time to celebrate the legacy of one of the longest-running mayors in U.S. history. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Tuesday, June 6, the Ronald McDonald Family Retreat at Krantz Cottage is hosting a fundraiser benefit, running from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The cottage, located at 161 Ottawa St. in Lake George, opened in 2021 in the former home of lawyer and village resident Howard Krantz. Seventeen families stayed there in 2021 alone, and the facility doubled its size - and the number of families it can welcome to the lake - in 2022.Following festivities at Krantz House, the celebration will move to the Holiday Inn Resort at 2223 Canada St. with a second purpose in mind. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., visitors can join in on a retirement celebratio...

Road closures, parking restrictions for Freihofer’s Run

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Police Department has released parking restrictions and road closures advisory for the 2023 Freihofer's Run for Women, which is taking place on Saturday. Despite the run taking place on Saturday, restrictions will begin on Friday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Parking Restrictions:Friday, June 2, starting at 7 a.m., until Saturday, June 3, at 6 p.m.Elk Street, south side, from Eagle Street west to N. Hawk StreetN. Hawk Street, east side from Washington Avenue to Elk StreetFriday, June 2, starting at 5:30 p.m., until Saturday, June 3 at 6 p.m.Washington Avenue, both north and south sides from S. Swan Street east to Eagle StreetPark Street, both east and west sides from Lancaster Street to State StreetN. Hawk Street, west side from Elk Street to Washington AvenueSaturday, June 3, from 12:01 a.m. until 2 p.m.Washington Park, both sides of ALL Washington Park roadwaysSaturday, June 3, from ...

'Drought alert' declared in Missouri, some relief possibly on way for St. Louis

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed an executive order declaring a "drought alert" in the state late Wednesday, enabling resources after an abnormally dry stretch of weather. According to the National Weather Service, much of Missouri is dealing with some drought concerns heading into June. Several counties in the St. Louis region are in a moderate drought stage with a D1 rating from NWS. That means there could be some damages to crops and pastures, along with a high risk for fires and possible water shortages. Victim in fatal St. Louis Kitchen shooting identified As of Wednesday, parts of mid-Missouri are in an extreme drought stage with a D3 rating from NWS. That means many of these counties have already experienced major crop and pasture losses, and the risks for fire danger and water shortages could be a bit more heightened. The drought alerts follow a notably dry May not just for St. Louis, but much of Missouri and the Midwest. Around 1.6 inches of rain fe...

How to score a year of free tacos at a new Ballpark Village taco joint

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Condado Tacos, an Ohio-based taco joint, is set to open a new location in Ballpark Village later this month, and there's an extra incentive for some lucky customers. Condado Tacos will open its first St. Louis restaurant at Ballpark Village on June 15. On that day, the first 100 customers will win one free taco every week for one whole year. The offer comes as part of a special the chain deems as a "Year of Yum." The first 100 customers in line will receive a voucher that allows them to get one free taco a year for each of the next 52 weeks. Victim in fatal St. Louis Kitchen shooting identified If you're unable to win the free tacos for a year, you could still get a free taco around the grand opening. Every customer who visits on June 15 will receive a free taco with a purchase. And adults of legal age can but margaritas for a discounted rate of $5. Doors open around 11 a.m. and there will also be a confetti celebration just before. Condado Tacos will take over a 5,00...

'Night Market' in Alton, Illinois, taking place every Thursday now through July 27

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

ALTON Ill. - Alton locals can enjoy artwork, live outdoor music, as well as vintage thrift items at the weekly 'Night Market.'The big nights will take place inside the Jacoby Arts Center and outdoors in the neighboring park at 627 East Broadway from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. It's free to attend, pet-friendly, and vendors are encouraged to join as it's only $10 to set up a booth. 2023 Band ScheduleJune 1 – Spillie NelsonJune 8 – Ahna SchoenhoffJune 15 – The IntrusionJune 22 – Loftys CometJune 29 – Bring Me The FiresJuly 6 – Toxic JohnnyJuly 13 – HOOKiEJuly 20 – Jazz TroubadoursJuly 27 – Crystal Lady

Arvada police in 3-hour standoff with armed person in parked stolen car

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

Arvada police have been attempting to negotiate with an armed person in a parked stolen car for over three hours.The Jefferson County Regional SWAT team is on scene. The suspect is in a stolen vehicle and armed with a gun. The suspect is refusing to comply as officers attempt to negotiate. This incident was reported at 6:23 am.— Arvada Police (@ArvadaPolice) June 1, 2023The car is parked near 54th Avenue and Cody Street, and residents in the area are asked to shelter in place, the Arvada Police Department said in a tweet.The incident was first reported at 6:23 a.m.Jefferson County Regional SWAT is at the scene.Police said the man is refusing to cooperate.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Eastbound I-70 closed near Golden “through the morning” due to crash Crime and Public Safety | Three men sentenced in Denver to prison for crime spree and shooting death Crime and Public Safety | Man sentenced to 45 years in priso...

How to eat and drink your way through the NBA Finals in Denver

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

Football has wings and nachos. Baseball has hotdogs and Cracker Jacks. But basketball? It’s not really associated with any particular food. Not only that, but the Denver Nuggets have never been to an NBA Championship, so Colorado doesn’t really have any game-watching traditions.To help, we’ve come up with a few suggestions for what to eat at home if you are having a watch party — and what to have on the road if you’re planning to hit a restaurant or bar for the games. By the way, the first game is at 6:30 p.m. today, June 1. See the rest of the schedule here.At homeBlue and yellow tortilla chipsCelebrating at home? At a minimum, you’re going to need chicken nuggets and some Nuggets-themed blue and yellow tortilla chips. Both chip colors can be found at any grocery store, but if you want to get into the hyper-local Denver spirit, pick some up at Pochito’s Tortilla Factory, 4431 Tejon St., which made some special edition Denver Nuggets chips. ...

WATCH: President Biden delivers commencement speech at Air Force Academy graduation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 17:12:28 GMT

President Joe Biden will deliver the commencement address Thursday morning to the nearly 1,000 graduating cadets from the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.He is the ninth sitting president to deliver the commencement address to the academy since its first graduating class in 1959. It will be Biden’s third time addressing the next generation of military officers to come from the Air Force Academy. He gave two commencement speeches there as vice president.You can watch the ceremony when it begins via this livestream from Youtube:This time, Biden’s speech comes as the future of the U.S. Space Force headquarters hangs in the air. On Wednesday, as Biden headed to Colorado Springs, the Air Force announced it would permanently base four more Space Force missions there. More than 20 of the military’s space missions are now based in Colorado Springs, according to the Associated Press.The U.S. Space Force and Air Force are separate branches of the military, but both are...