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NEWS10 nominated for 5 New York Emmy Awards

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The nominations for the 66th Annual New York Emmy Awards were announced Friday morning. NEWS10 received five nominations. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "A Doll Like Me" by John Gray and Chris BoehlkeCategory: Children/Youth (12 and Under) - News"Road to Living" by Liana Bonavita and Ric EastonCategory: Health/Medical - News"Tiffany Treasures" by Lydia Kulbida and Ric EastonHistorical/Cultural - News"The Last of the West Point Buffalo Soldiers" by Anya Tucker and Chris BoehlkeMilitary - NewsJohn GrayWriter - NewsCongratulations to all our New York Emmy nominees!

Les Claypool coming to the Palace Theatre

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Palace Theatre announced they will be hosting Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade. The concert is scheduled for October 20. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Claypool is best known for being the frontman, bassist and musical mad genius of the legendary progressive rock band Primus. The Fearless Flying Frog Brigade was originally formed in 2000 while Claypool was on a hiatus from Primus, but the experimental rock group was reformed in 2023, adding some new members, including Sean Lennon on guitar. As part of their set, Claypool and company will perform Pink Floyd's 1977 album "Animals". The show will begin at 8 p.m. Sona Jobarteh to perform at Music Haven The Palace Theatre is located at 19 Clinton Avenue in Albany. You can purchase Les Claypool tickets by visiting the venue's website.

Denver’s fatal fentanyl overdoses rose 16% in first half of 2023

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

Nearly 150 people died of fentanyl overdoses in Denver in the first six months of 2023, and the city’s public health agency asked people who are going to use drugs to take precautions.The Denver Department of Public Health and Environment reported 228 overdoses in the first half of the year, including 146 that involved fentanyl — a 16% increase in deaths attributed to the potent opioid compared the same time period in 2022.It’s possible those numbers could rise as investigations into recent deaths continue.In 2022, 453 people died of overdoses in Denver, including 244 that involved fentanyl.The Denver health department said law enforcement has reported increased availability of fentanyl powder, and that pills sold illegally have had a higher fentanyl content recently. Because fentanyl is so much more potent than heroin and other opioids, a small increase in consumption could cause an overdose, the department said.So far, Denver hasn’t reported any overdoses i...

Opinion: Can all that empty office space be converted to condos and appartments?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, more companies have offered remote work options for their employees, or have even switched to working entirely remotely – leaving empty office buildings a new fixture in many cities. In July 2023, Boston’s Planning and Development Agency announced a pilot program to offer incentives to building developers who convert office buildings to residential housing.As engineers who study buildings, we wanted to know if these empty spaces could be converted to residential buildings, and what hurdles developers would face.While converting office buildings to multi-family residential involves many considerations – including zoning codes, real estate values, and structural issues – certain buildings may be good candidates for this type of conversion. Here’s what it would take to remodel these spaces.Redefining spaceFirst off, the building owners wouldn’t need to make any major structural changes to convert an office building to a residential building. Most offi...

High winds in Lafayette force hot air balloon down, 2 injured in landing

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

Two hot air balloon passengers were injured after the pilot forced a hard landing in Lafayette Friday morning.At 7:18 a.m. Friday, the Lafayette Police Department responded to reports of a hot air balloon down on the ground, said Deputy Chief Brian Rosipajla.The balloon was seen launching from the Erie Hot Air Balloon Festival early Friday morning.According to Rosipajla, the pilot attempted to make a quick landing near 700 Avalon Avenue due to high winds.Related ArticlesColorado News | Denver’s fatal fentanyl overdoses rose 16% in first half of 2023 Colorado News | Woman shot, killed in Westminster home in apparent drive-by shooting Colorado News | Man shot dead by Adams County sheriff deputy at Lakeside Inn on Federal Boulevard Colorado News | Gov. Jared Polis elected vice chair of the National Governors Association Colorado News | Eastbound 6th Avenue cleared after three-vehicle crash forced closure a...

Heat advisory issued in Los Angeles due to triple-digit temperatures

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

The heat is here, and the city of Los Angeles is warning Southern Californians to stay cool and safe.The city issued a heat advisory that began at 10 a.m. Friday and will remain in place until 11 p.m. Sunday.In a press release, the city called this weekend's weather "the first significant heat event of the season.""Temperatures could reach 106 degrees in the San Fernando and San Gabriel Valleys," officials said.City officials encouraged the public to stay hydrated and cool by remaining in shade or inside air-conditioned buildings."If you do not live in an air-conditioned building, you may take refuge from the heat at a public library, recreation facility, senior center or other public air-conditioned building near you," the release said.A list of cooling centers can be found on the city's website."Drink plenty of fluids, stay indoors or in the shade, stay in a cool area, and check up on relatives and neighbors, especially if they have pre-existing health conditions," officials sugge...

Two Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash near North MacArthur Drive [Tracy, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

Solo-Vehicle Accident near Grant Line Road Left Two FatalitiesTRACY, CA (July 14, 2023) – Friday night, two people died in a solo-car crash near North MacArthur Drive, police said.According to the Tracy police, the incident happened on July 7th at around 9:45 p.m. involving only one vehicle.Investigation showed that the vehicle occupied by two people was headed northbound when they veered off the road and crashed into a parking lot.Furthermore, the two men were pronounced deceased at the scene by responding authorities.At this time, it was not yet determined whether impairment or speed played a role in the incident.Meanwhile, the authorities blocked North MacArthur Drive from East Grant Line Road to East 11th Street. It has since been reopened.The identities of both men were not yet released by the officials and further investigation is still ongoing.Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victims who are grieving over the loss of thei...

4 Injured in Two-Vehicle Collision on North Owensmouth Avenue [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

Two-Vehicle High-Speed Collision near Canoga Avenue Left Four HurtLOS ANGELES, CA (July 14, 2023) – Late Friday night, four people sustained injuries in a collision on North Owensmouth Avenue.On July 7th, just before 10:40 p.m., police responded to the area between Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Canoga Avenue involving a two-vehicle crash.According to LAFD, the two vehicles each had two occupants inside. The crash caused the occupants to become trapped inside the vehicles.First responders arrived at the site of the collision shortly after. Crews then extricated all four occupants and authorities transported them to a hospital for treatment.Meanwhile, footage showed that a fire hydrant was struck and an SUV was overturned and the sedan was totaled on the sidewalk.At this time, the crash is under investigation.Simply by driving defensively and following the conditions of the road, you can prevent a reckless driving accident. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates ...

Michael Connors, Arba Rene Smith Dead after Motorcycle Crash at Chestnut Avenue [Fresno, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

Two Killed in Vehicle-Motorcycle Collision near Clinton AvenuesFRESNO, CA (July 14, 2023) – Tuesday evening, a motorcycle crash on Chestnut Avenue claimed the lives of Michael Connors and Arba Rene Smith.The accident happened around 10:30 p.m., July 4th, along Clinton Avenue and Chestnut Avenue.According to the reports, the driver of a vehicle, for unknown reasons, had hit a motorcycle carrying a Connors and Smith. The impact of the crash caused the motorcycle to become trapped underneath the car.First responders arrived at the scene and determined that the man had succumbed to his injuries. Meanwhile, paramedics transported the woman to a local hospital where she later passed away.Police later identified the victims as 55-year-old Michael Connors of Fresno and 50-year-old Arba Rene Smith of Clovis.Following the crash, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the police.Authorities are continuing their investigation and are working to determine if impairme...

Econometer: Will restarting student loan payments hurt the economy?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:09:17 GMT

Philip Molnar | The San Diego Union-TribuneStudent loan interest rates and payments are set to restart in the fall, and the Supreme Court decided recently to scrap President Biden’s debt relief plan.Some economists have predicted a fiscal contraction as 40 million Americans are faced with payments again.The thinking is the spending power of a large part of the population is about to decrease, hurting the economy.However, critics of student loan debt relief often argue it is high-paid people who didn’t lose work during the pandemic who benefited most from a pause, making a restart on payments less of an economic hit. Centrist think tank Brookings Institute said about 71 percent of households with outstanding debt have incomes that place them in the middle 60 percent of income distribution.Q: Could restarting student loan payments hurt the economy?Gary London, London Moeder AdvisorsNO: The net effect to the economy is zero. Funds spent on student loan repayments would have...