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Albany man arrested for firing handgun on Livingston Avenue

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany man has been arrested in connection with an occurance of shots being fired on Livingston Avenue. The suspect, Lajuan Morales, has been arrested by Albany Police Department on multiple charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On May 11, police responded to the area of Livingston Avenue and Thornton Street following reports of shots being fired. Officers discovered evidence of gunfire at the scene and began an investigation. Albany detectives were able to gather more information and a description of the suspect, before discovering a man matching the description near Livingston Avenue. Further investigation determined that Morales was responsible for firing at least two rounds from a handgun while in the area of Livingston and Wilkins Avenue. Body of missing person recovered from the Hoosic River Morales was then taken into custody. He faces the following charges:ChargesSecond-degree crim...

Body of missing person recovered from the Hoosic River

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Thursday night, the Schaghticoke Fire Department recovered a body in the Hoosic River. Investigators determined that the body was that of David Fearnley who was reported missing in November 2022. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Fearnley was reportedly last seen on November 23 in Pittstown. The vehicle he was last seen driving was located in the area of Valley Falls Road and Stover Road.Investigators confirm there was no evidence of foul play. Fearnley's body was found during a water training exercise. Out of respect for his family, no other details will be released.

PBS documentary coming to Crandall Public Library

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Crandall Public Library's Folklife Center is no stranger to hosting important stories of art and community from across the world. At the start of June, it gets a high-profile entry in that lineage, straight from PBS. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Thursday, June 1, the Folklife Center will host a screening of the first episode of the 11th season of "Art in the Twenty-First Century," a PBS series that focuses in on the lifestyles and creative process of arts in different parts of the world. The screening will show the season's first episode, "Everyday Icons," at 7 p.m.The episode follows artists Amy Sherald, Rose B. Simpson, Alex Da Corte, and Daniel Lind-Ramos. The four artists are connected by the ways in which they explore tradition and history, through work that introduces new ideas and approaches.The screening comes by way of a partnership with Art21, a global screening program bringing ...

End of National COVID-19 Emergency to impact New York

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – This week on Empire State Weekly, the national COVID-19 public health emergency that had been in place since March 2020 has ended. The change will have impacts on how the state responds to the virus, and how healthcare systems treat those looking for care. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Dr. James McDonald, the Acting Commissioner of Health for the State Department of Health, explained despite the end of the national emergency COVID-19 is "still here" and is going to be a virus that New Yorkers have to "learn to live with."He went on to say that free COVID-19 treatments, tests, and vaccinations will continue until the supply runs out. After the free supply runs out there patients looking for care will see prices vary based on insurance. One notable COVID-era requirement that will remain is the vaccine mandate for healthcare workers. Dr. Steven Hanks, the President and CEO of Saint Peter's Health Part...

Three issued appearance tickets after King Street fight in Herkimer

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

HERKIMER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Herkimer Police Department has provided updates regarding an incident on King Street on April 1 that involved more than 50 individuals. Investigations resulted in two juveniles being issued tickets to Herkimer County Family Court and one adult being charged. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the police, there was a report of a fight with weapons in the 200 block of King Street on the night of April 1. Officers observed 30-40 people arguing and fighting in the street. More joined the skirmish. Police requested the assistance of neighboring agencies. During the skirmish, people allegedly shoved officers and attempted to take their weapons. Police say a 14-year-old male and a 16-year-old female were physically interfering with them and making threats. The two juveniles encouraged others to join them. Police say the 16-year-old struck an officer who was providing assistance to another f...

Stewart's holding creative contest for free coffee, ice cream

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Stewart's Shops have announced their "Make Your Own Prize" contest for the month of May. This month's contest invites the community to submit an original poem or song about the popular local convenience store chain. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The winner will get to choose between either a year's worth of free Stewart's coffee or ice cream. The songs or poems can be about anything from sharing a favorite memory at Stewart's, to paying homage to your favorite food or milkshake. Submissions for the contest are due by May 26. Those sending in songs are encouraged to submit both a recording as well as a copy of the lyrics. Albany community mourns the loss of Earthworld Comics owner Stewart's will be hosting a different contest every month this year. To enter, and for further details, visit Stewart's Shops.

McDonald's found liable for hot Chicken McNugget that burned girl

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — McDonald’s and a franchise holder are at fault after a hot Chicken McNugget from a Happy Meal fell on a little girl's leg and caused second-degree burns. A jury in South Florida made the decision in a case reminiscent of the famous hot coffee lawsuit of the '90s. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Jurors heard two days of testimony and arguments about the 2019 episode that left the 4-year-old girl with a burned upper thigh. Thursday's decision was split, with jurors finding the franchise holder liable for negligence and failure to warn customers about the risk of hot food, and McDonald’s USA liable for failing to provide instructions for safe handling of the food.McDonald's USA was not found to be negligent, and the jury dismissed the argument that the product was defective. A second jury will determine how much McDonald's USA and its franchise owner, Upchurch Foods, will pay the child and her moth...

Boice's walk-off propels Greenwich softball to Wasaren League Championship

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

GREENWICH, N.Y. (NEWS10) — 24 hours after Tamarac and Greenwich squared off on the softball diamond, the two sides were paired up again Thursday night. Only this time, a Wasaren League Championship was on the line. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Tamarac took Wednesday's matchup in Troy 5-0, and looked prime for another victory Thursday on the road, maintaining a 3-0 lead heading into the bottom of the second inning. But the Witches showed their resilience, fighting back to win 5-4 on walk-off, RBI single from junior first baseman Sophia Boice to claim her team a Wasaren League title.The comeback began in that bottom half of the second when Greenwich scraped across a run on a Morgan Randall RBI double, trimming the deficit to two runs. The Witches' offense ramped up again in the fourth inning. After right fielder Norah Niesz cut the margin to one with a run-scoring double, left fielder Keira Kirk dunked a two-run single in ...

What are Missouri's & Illinois' most popular fast food restaurants?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Fast food options are quite abundant around the St. Louis area, but the ultimate go-to option might look a little bit different depending on which side of the bi-state region you live. A new study conducted by Pricelisto determined the most popular fast food restaurants in all 50 U.S. states. A research team from Pricelisto conducted the study by analyzing Google search data over the past 12 months. Trending Story: Kirkwood High School’s yearbook raises concerns from others In Missouri, these were the top fast food choices:Domino's PizzaMcDonald'sPizza HutIn Illinois, these were the top fast food choices:McDonald'sStarbucksDomino's PizzaPricelisto says McDonald's was named the most popular option in 22 states, including Illinois, while Domino's was the second most popular option nationwide as the top preference in 14 states, including Missouri. The findings have changed a bit since FOX 2 reported on another PriceListo study last fall, which deemed Taco Bell as the favo...

Woman charged with manslaughter in St. Louis death

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:30:38 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A woman has been arrested for the death of Brandon West, 28, of Spanish Lake, Missouri. DaiJa’h Jackson, 25, faces charges of involuntary manslaughter and armed criminal action.Police were called to investigate a shooting in the 5900 block of Summit Place in St. Louis on May 9 at around 11 p.m. They found West lying in the street with gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene. A woman in her 20s was listed as the suspect at the time of the initial police report. Moving past controversy, Anheuser-Busch plans to recover losses Court documents state that West's sister and Jackson's sister agreed to meet for a fight. During the fight, West tried to intervene. Police say Jackson then started firing her handgun, striking West in the chest, and killing him.Do you have any more information about this crime? Call St. Louis homicide investigators at 314-444-5371. Submit an anonymous tip and be eligible for a reward by calling CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477.