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Austin, Cedar Park fire departments respond to structure fire involving solar panels

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

CEDAR PARK, Texas (KXAN) — The Austin Fire Department and the Cedar Park Fire Department are responding to reports of a structure fire in the 10200 block of Fossmoor Street, AFD said in a social media post Monday.Per AFD, initial reports said there were flames visible under solar panels on the roof. Residents are asked to avoid the area as crews respond to the scene.This is a developing story. Check back for more updates.

DPS pursuit ends with vehicle in pond; 1 arrest, 5 migrants detained

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A pursuit involving the Texas Department of Public Safety ended up with the vehicle that was being pursued landing in a pond at the El Paso Country Club on Sunday morning, Oct. 8, a DPS spokesman confirmed to KTSM.The pursuit began at Mesa and Doniphan and ended with the pursued vehicle going into a pond at the golf course off Country Club Drive, said DPS Sgt. Eliot Torres.The driver of the pursued vehicle and five migrants inside bailed out of the vehicle before it went into the pond, Torres said. There were no injuries, he said.The migrants will be turned over to Border Patrol for processing. The driver, identified as an American who was driving a vehicle with Chihuahua plates, will face charges of human smuggling, Torres said.The initial investigation shows that two DPS vehicles were involved in the pursuit.This is a developing story, and we will update this as soon as we learn more.

Fundraiser set up for Lake Elmo swimmer injured in crash, anhydrous ammonia leak in central Illinois

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

A swimmer from Lake Elmo was among those hospitalized last week after exposure to a chemical that spilled last month when a tanker truck overturned in central Illinois.Five people died as a result of the Sept. 29 exposure to the anhydrous ammonia — a chemical that can burn or corrode organic tissue.Sarah Tague, 18, of Lake Elmo, was injured in an anhydrous ammonia leak from a tanker truck that crashed on Sept. 29, 2023, near Teutopolis, Ill. (Courtesy of GoFundMe)Sarah Tague, 18, of Lake Elmo, was in a car with three other swimmers from the University of Missouri’s recreational swim club on the way to a swim meet in Ohio when the tanker truck, traveling on U.S. 40 near Teutopolis, Ill., veered to the right to avoid a collision when another vehicle tried to pass it, according to the Associated Press.The tanker truck jackknifed, toppled and hit the trailer hitch of a vehicle parked just off the road, leaving it with a 6-inch hole in the chemical container, the AP reported. More ...

Two arrested for possessing stolen guns in Colonie

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two people were arrested in Colonie after being found in possession of stolen firearms, according to New York State Police. Kareem Whitted (45, Poughkeepsie) and Jeffrey Thomas (51, Durham) each face multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Saturday, around 4:30 p.m., multiple agencies tried to locate Thomas due to an active warrant. Police say the two were found together at a Colonie motel and, after further investigation, were found to have multiple stolen firearms, which were seized. Police say while being taken into custody, Whitted gave false identifying information. Police say Whitted also had a warrant for his arrest issued to by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision on an unrelated matter. Albany Police respond to shots fired on Daytona Avenue Whitted Charges:Second-degree criminal possession of a weaponThird-degree criminal possession of a weapon...

Rotterdam man arrested for menacing with a firearm

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Rotterdam man has been arrested following a menacing incident, according to police. Travis Forbes, 47, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On October 8 at 6:50 p.m., the Rotterdam Police Department responded to a home on Poutre Avenue for reports of a man threatening people with a gun. Upon arrival, officers were able to confirm that multiple people were inside the house. All occupants in the residence other than the suspect were able to vacate the house and confirm to police that the man was still inside, and that he had threatened them with a handgun. Officers then made contact with the man, identified as Forbes, who eventually surrendered to police and was taken into custody. He faces the following charges: ChargesSecond-degree criminal possession of a weaponSecond-degree menacingCriminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulationEndangering the welfare of a childResis...

Bowdoin Park to host country music event

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Bowdoin Park will be hosting Boots By the Bandshell, a day of country music and family fun. The event is scheduled for October 14 from 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Boots By the Bandshell will feature line dancing, a performance by the Thunder Ridge Band and a fireworks show in the evening. The event will also offer food trucks, a family game area, and a bonfire with a s’mores station. “Fall in the Hudson Valley means great views and cool nights, and what better way to enjoy both than with live music, dancing, family fun and delicious local food right next to the river at our own Bowdoin Park." said County Executive William F.X. O’Neil. "Boots by the Bandshell is a fun, free way for families to spend time together and we encourage everyone to join us and spend the day dancing at the park. Concert, short film featuring ‘Stranger Things’ star to debut at UAlbany Bowd...

New tavern opening on Central Ave in Colonie

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- September's Too, a revival of the former September's night club, is opening at the same location in Colonie. The tavern is having its grand opening weekend from October 13 to 15. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The original September's opened at 1165 Central Avenue in 1980 before becoming DiCarlo's Gentlemen's Club, which had to close after a lawsuit. Now, the September's name is back in tavern form.Matt Dame has been named as the executive chef of September's Too. The menu will include appetizers, soups, wings, burgers, sandwiches, other entrees and drink specials. Last day of the season for Martha’s on Monday According to the Facebook page, September's Too will have food and drink, live music, trivia, karaoke, and sports. The owner of Septembers Too did not immediately respond to NEWS10's request for comment.For grand opening weekend, Friday will be a celebration of the 1980s with '80s music playin...

Adirondack Winery sets its goal for breast cancer

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Every year, Adirondack Winery in Queensbury puts on pink and raises money, glass by glass, for breast cancer awareness and research. This month, the winery hopes to raise $20,000 for its 11th annual Drink Pink Fundraiser. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Since Sept. 15, Adirondack Winery has been donating a portion of all sales to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of the Adirondacks, a chapter of the American Cancer Society. They'll keep doing that until the end of October. The winery is selling specialty wines like "Drink Pink Berry Breeze," and adding to a fundraising total of over $100,000 across the last 11 years.“In the eleven years that we have done this fundraiser, I have spoken with so many customers and employees who have had their lives directly impacted by breast cancer,” said Adirondack Winery President and Co-Owner Sasha Pardy. “Beyond giving us an opportunity to raise money for a very...

State Police arrest 17-year-old following fatal Colonie crash

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 17-year-old is in custody following the fatal crash on I-890 on Saturday night. A 14-year-old passenger, A'Mon Willis, passed away from severe injuries sustained in the crash. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police say the 17-year-old was driving eastbound at high speeds when they lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle overturned and rolled into a vehicle traveling in the westbound lane.Three other teenagers in the vehicle were treated at the Albany Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the westbound vehicle also received treatment. The 17-year-old was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert. He was processed at SP Princetown for the following charges:Aggravated vehicular homicideAssault in the second degreeDriving while ability impaired by the combined influence of drugs or of alcoholVehicle and traffic law violations The suspect was arraigned at the Cohoes City Court. He...

Have you had difficulty getting the new COVID shot in Colorado? The Denver Post wants to talk to you

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:10:59 GMT

COVID-19 shots that were updated for the latest variants are theoretically available everywhere, but some people seeking them out have been unable to get an appointment, or been told they’ll have to pay out of pocket for what should be a free vaccine.Reporter Meg Wingerter would like to talk to Colorado residents about their experiences trying to get vaccinated. If you are interested in participating in a story, please fill out the information below.[contact-form]