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New legislation cracking down on hate crimes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--The war between Israel and Hamas has further fueled incidents of antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate. A new bill would add a penalty to New York State’s Hate Crimes Law for any SUNY or CUNY Student convicted of such crime."They will be expelled, and they would not be allowed to ever take a course, be enrolled, fill out an application to take credit for our taxpayer funded outstanding universities and colleges in the SUNY and CUNY system," explained Republican Senator, Jim Tedisco, who sponsors the bill.He said while free speech is welcome on college campuses, hate speech should never be."When they get into terror, hate speech, they get into calling for hateful actions, antisemitism, racism, we are providing for that now to be a punishment of expulsion in the state law now," said Tedisco.He isn’t the only lawmaker with a bill about hate crimes. Democratic Senator, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, wants New York to update its list of hate crimes-- something he said is long ove...

ADK Sports & Northeast Ski Expo returns to Albany

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The annual Adirondack Sports & Northeast Ski Expo is returning to Albany on Saturday, November 11, and Sunday, November 12. The two-day event is free to the public and features over 100 exhibitors. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We’re happy to be at the helm of this 60-year tradition. Assuming ownership last year was a natural fit for us and we’re excited for the future,” said Darryl Caron, Expo manager and publisher of Adirondack Sports Magazine. “This year’s show will be upbeat, high energy, and lots of fun and will feature more than 100 exhibitors.”Exhibitors include Kingston-based Potter Brothers Ski & Snowboard Shops, the Alpin Haus Ski Shop, Bike Barn Cycling & Fitness, and more. Ski resorts, including Gore Mountain, Killington, Stratton, and Whiteface will have booths set up. Visitors have a chance to win $10,000 in prizes, including lift tickets, trail passes, gift certificates, g...

Police: 31-year-old female found deceased in Albany

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Law enforcement is investigating a suspicious death in the area of 2nd Street and Lexington Avenue. Police say crews responded to an EMS call at around 11 a.m. on Thursday and arrived on the scene to find a 31-year-old female deceased. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Lexington Avenue is currently closed. No other information is available at this time. Stick with NEWS10 for updates on this story.

Utica man sentenced to 25 years to life for second-degree murder

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Anthony Dotson, 37, of Utica, was sentenced for multiple charges, including second-degree murder. Dotson was accused of stabbing and killing Sara Stinnett and starting a structure fire at the building where Stinnett's body was located. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The indictment alleges that homicide occurred on May 13, 2022. Dotson was sentenced to 25 years to life for murder and first-degree arson, 5 years for strangulation in the second degree, and one year for criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree. Charges will run concurrently.

Johnstown man pleads guilty to vehicular manslaughter

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The 45-year-old Johnstown man accused of causing the death of Amanda Sullivan pleaded guilty to second-degree vehicular manslaughter. Richard T. Irelan faces between two to six years in a state correctional facility. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The indictment alleges that Irelan was operating a motorcycle while under the influence on July 30 in the Town of Wilton. Sullivan was a passenger on his motorcycle. Ireland was allegedly driving erratically and rear-ended a pickup truck on the I-87 Exit 15 southbound off-ramp. Sullivan was ejected during the crash. She succumbed to her injuries at the Saratoga Hospital.Police say Ireland's blood alcohol concentration was 0.09% at the time of the crash. Additionally, there was a presence of cannabis in his system. Sentencing is scheduled for January 16, 2024.

American Red Cross hosts Veterans Day food drive

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In honor of Veterans Day, volunteers from the American Red Cross will be collecting donations for the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center's Food Pantry. The food drive provides support for veterans and their families facing food insecurity. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Red Cross volunteer and Vietnam Veteran George Walker is spearheading the food drive. On Saturday, Walker and other volunteers will be at the Glens Falls Red Cross Chapter Office at 333 Glen Street. They will collect items from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.On Sunday, Walker and volunteers will be at the Albany Red Cross headquarters at 33 Everett Road from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Red Cross Animal Visitation Team will also be on the scene.The Red Cross is asking for donations of non-perishable packaged foods, including hearty soups, pasta and sauces, canned meats and tuna, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and vegetables, macaroni and cheese, rice, o...

Maryland Heights police de-escalate mental health crisis

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. -- Police responded to a mental health crisis in the Chatham Drive and McKelvey Road area Monday morning. Our officers were able to communicate with the person, de-escalating the situation. It ended with a peaceful resolution.Police say they're committed to providing ongoing training and support to enhance our officers' ability to handle these situations with expertise and compassion. If you or someone you know is facing a mental health crisis, reach out to resources like BJC Behavioral Health at 314-206-3700, or the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

Nuggets Podcast: Jamal Murray’s injury, Michael Porter Jr.’s growth, Julian Strawther’s outburst and taking stock at 8-1

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, host Matt Schubert and beat writer Bennett Durando catch up after the Nuggets’ dramatic win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Among the topics discussed:Julian Strawther had a breakout game against New Orleans one night, then found himself riding the bench for long stretches two nights later. How long will it take the rookie to break through coach Michael Malone’s rotation?Jamal Murray is expected to miss several games, with ESPN and The Athletic both reporting the Nuggets star guard will be out at least through November. How have Reggie Jackson and second-year point guard Collin Gillespie performed in his absence?Nikola Jokic has his worst 20-second stretch of basketball in recent memory at the end of Wednesday night’s win over Golden State, but the two-time MVP still turned in a brilliant performance overall. Is the Joker hunting his shot more?Puppy Lord: The birth of an all-time nickname for Kent...

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis calls special session to rein in property tax increases after ballot defeat

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

Thirty-six hours after Colorado voters rejected his marquee property tax relief ballot proposal, Gov. Jared Polis on Thursday called the state legislature back into session late next week to come up with a replacement plan.The special session will begin at 9 a.m. on Nov. 17, going into next weekend, Polis announced during a morning news conference at the Governor’s Residence in Denver.“If we do nothing, Colorado homeowners are facing a record property tax increase,” he said. “The crisis is not urban or rural, Denver or the state. It is universal across our state — truly a Colorado crisis.”In Tuesday’s election, nearly 60% of voters rejected Proposition HH, Polis and Democratic leaders’ proposal to dial back property tax increases expected early next year, at least partially, while also providing financial assistance to local governments, along with significantly more money for education. It would have paid for much of that by dipping i...

What exactly is a SigAlert?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:32:00 GMT

On Thursday morning, Los Angeles news radio station KNX aired a call from a ten-year-old girl who wanted to know the answer to a question that comes up from time to time: what is a SigAlert?L.A. drivers hear about SigAlerts almost every day. They are issued after car accidents, fires, water main breaks, landslides, and other disruptions.So what are they? And where did the term come from?A SigAlert is a traffic notification system used by the California Highway Patrol to alert drivers about incidents that disrupt traffic flow, typically on interstates or major roads.Whenever a freeway is closed due to a crash - that's a SigAlert.While many Californians might assume "Sig" is short for “Signal,” it's not. "Sig" was a person.Loyd Sigmon was the chief engineer for radio station KMPC in Los Angeles. In 1955, devised a plan to boost ratings by asking Los Angeles police to call him whenever there was a major crash.Police weren't initially on board, so Sigmon instead developed a machine tha...