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Special Olympics NY to host fundraisers at Applebee's

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On March 9, Special Olympics New York athletes and volunteers will visit Applebee's restaurants across New York to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics. Volunteers include representatives from law enforcement, coaches, family members, and Unified Sports programs. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Participating locations in the Capital Region are:Applebee's - 255 Quaker Road, Queensbury, NY, 12804Applebee's - 594 North Greenbush Road, Rensselaer, NY, 12144Applebee's - 2400 Cambridge Road, Schenectady, NY, 12304Applebee's - 3 Lowe's Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866Applebee's - 291 Route 9W, Glenmont, NY, 12077Applebee's - 555 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY, 12110Applebee's - 268 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY, 12302 Schuylerville CSD to launch Unified Sports in April The fundraisers will run from 5 to 9 p.m. All donations will directly support Special Olympics NY athletes.

NYSP: Greenfield woman arrested after welfare check

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Monday morning, State Police responded to the I-87 rest area in Clifton Park after a caller reported of a person possibly having a medical event in a vehicle. A trooper checked the vehicle operator's welfare, and after an EMS evaluation, arrested Pamela I. Backus, 49, of Greenfield, for Driving While Intoxicated. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police discovered felony-weight narcotics and other controlled substances in the vehicle. Backus had a previous DWI conviction in the last ten years. Backus was also charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree.Backus was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert at SP Clifton Park. She was released and issued tickets returnable to Clifton Park Town Court on March 15.

Celebrate 85 years with $0.85 burgers at Jack's Drive In

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

WYNANTSKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Jack's Drive In in Wynantskill is opening for its 85th season on March 9 with a special promotion. To celebrate 85 years, the joint will offer the first hamburger or cheeseburger of every order for just $0.85. New restaurant opens at Cohoes’ Van Schaick Country Club Jack's Drive In special promotion will only run for a limited time. Make sure to get your $0.85 hamburger from Thursday, March 9 through Sunday, March 12. Jack's is located at 24 Main Avenue in Wynantskill.

Attorney General’s OSI investigates car crash involving Troy police

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation (OSI) opened an investigation into the death of Sabeh Alalkawi on March 7. Alalkawi died on February 22 in a car incident involving members of the Troy Police Department.During the early morning of February 22, Alalkawi was driving through an intersection in Troy when he was hit by a Troy police car responding to a domestic incident call. Alalkawi was taken to the hospital and later pronounced dead. NYSP: Wrong-way driver on I-90 almost hits police car The Attorney General's Office explains in accordance with the New York State Executive Law, OSI assesses every incident reported to it where a police officer or a peace officer, including a corrections officer, may have caused the death of a person, by an act or omission. Under the law, the officer may be on-duty or off duty, and the decedent may be armed or unarmed. Also, the decedent may or may not be in custody or incarcerated. If OSI’s assess...

Woman struck and killed in St. Louis County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A woman was struck and killed Wednesday morning.Troopers said the driver of a Volkswagen was making a left from Woodstock Road onto South Florissant Road. That's when police said they hit a woman crossing the street.The man driving the Volkswagen went to check on the woman, and that's when another car struck her.Unlike the driver of the first car, the second car did not stop. Police do say it was dark at the time, so they're working to determine if that other driver saw her or not.This happened just before 6:00 a.m. Ferguson and Normandy police were at the scene, but the Missouri State Highway Patrol has now taken over this investigation.According to the sergeant from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Mike Autenrieth, the Volkswagen struck the woman in the left lane of southbound traffic, and crews have this blocked off as they continue their investigation. They are collecting evidence including surveillance video to hopefully identify the second car and con...

St. Peters police identify alleged Schnucks parking lot shooter

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

ST. PETERS, Mo. - Major developments Wednesday morning in the terrifying case of a woman who was shot in a Schnucks parking lot in St. Peters.Investigators now know who they’re looking for, and they think he could be responsible for other recent crimes as well. Authorities have identified the suspect as 24-year-old Tyrone Miller from O’Fallon, Illinois.Miller has been charged with three felonies in this case, and an arrest warrant is out for him. St. Peter’s police told FOX 2 Wednesday morning, though, that Miller is still on the loose.The frightening incident happened last Friday evening in the Schnucks parking lot. Police said the victim, a 52-year-old woman, was in her car when Miller tried to take her purse. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW ...

Judge rules Missouri's 'SAPA' Act as unconstitutional

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A Missouri gun law is now considered unconstitutional by a federal judge, but the legal battle appears to be far from over.Some law enforcement officers feared the law would have unintended consequences when it comes to fighting crime, but Attorney General Andrew Bailey vows to keep fighting for it as it's written.The Second Amendment Preservation Act is also known as 'SAPA.' It was passed in 2021, and made it illegal for police to enforce federal gun laws that are not included in state statutes. It also allows people to sue police departments for up to $50,000 if they feel like an officer is violating their Second Amendment rights.The Missouri attorney general plans to fight in court to uphold the law as it's written, saying if the state legislature wants to expand the foundational rights in the Second Amendment, they have the authority to do that. A federal judge striking down the law is a victory for police who have criticized the measure. Close ...

Crews responding to house fire in north St. Louis City

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Fire crews are responding to flames at a north St. Louis City home Wednesday morning. Our Bommarito Automotive Group SkyFOX helicopter is flying over the scene located on the 5200 block of Davidson Avenue just off of I-70, where crews firefighters continue to put the fire. Top story: St. Peters police identify alleged Schnucks parking lot shooter The house was boarded up back in 2021, but it is unknown at this time if it's vacant. The cause of the fire has not yet been reported, and no injuries have been revealed. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Will Ferrell spotted in Central Illinois

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

PEKIN, Ill. (WMBD) - There's been a confirmed celebrity sighting in Central Illinois. Actor-comedian Will Ferrell was spotted at Maquet's Rail House in Pekin Tuesday. A restaurant employee confirmed Ferrell was there. The restaurant's Facebook page also posted a picture of Ferrell at the restaurant, citing the actor was "filming on our pizza side."Monday, the actor-comedian was also spotted at a Walmart parking lot in Beech Grove, Indiana, alongside a production crew. Reportedly the crew shared they were filming a road trip style documentary about Ferrell. Credit: Khylee HardwickCredit: Maquet's Rail HouseCredit: Mary BurressCredit: Mary BurressCredit: Mary BurressCredit: Khylee HardwickCredit: Khylee Hardwick

Ladue estate with luxury auto house sold in record-setting 8-figure deal

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:46:45 GMT

LADUE, Mo. - A French-inspired mansion in Ladue sold last month for a record-setting amount.The 7.5-acre estate closed on Feb. 28 for $13 million, making it not only the biggest dollar amount for a home in the St. Louis area, but one of the priciest deals ever recorded in Missouri, according to realtor Jeff Lottmann of Compass St. Louis.The home, designed by Dick Busch Architects and built in 2014 by CIC Construction Group, has its own lake and gazebo, marble fountains, gated circle driveways, and tiered patios and terraces. Top story: St. Peters police identify alleged Schnucks parking lot shooter The estate holds two unattached guest apartments with a combined 5,000 feet of finished space. The 27,000 square-foot main residence, the crown jewel of the property, has European limestone flooring, a sweeping spiral staircase, and pristine tree-lined landscape views.Guests will be wowed by the two-story reception hall, complete with a stained-glass domed ceiling, as wel...