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Investigation into stolen vehicles leads to an arrest

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- State Police arrested Brendan A. Coogan, 29, of Schenectady. Coogan was determined to have stolen a utility truck and a construction trailer from a business in Princetown on July 31. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police located and recovered the stolen items in Rotterdam. Coogan, who was being held at the Schenectady County Correctional Facility on an unrelated matter, was arrested on a warrant. He was charged with criminal possession of stolen property in the fourth degree.Coogan was transported to SP Princetown for processing and arraigned at the Schenectady City Court. He returned to the Schenectady County Correctional Facility following arraignment.

2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree comes from the Southern Tier

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

VESTAL, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) — A tree from Upstate New York is heading to the Big Apple this holiday season. Rockefeller Center announced on Wednesday that its iconic Christmas tree will come from Broome County. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The tree grew in the yard of a residence on Murry Hill Road in Vestal. The Norway Spruce will be cut down on November 9 at 8 a.m. before heading to the city on November 11.Crews will chop down the entire tree, securing a 14-foot portion to clear underpasses while it is transported. As the tree awaits its arrival at Rockefeller Center, it will stay in secure storage. Last chance to see 2022 Rockefeller Christmas Tree After the tree is prepared for decoration, it will be adorned with over 50,000 multi-colored, energy-efficient LED lights and topped with a Swarovski star. The tree's official lighting ceremony will be broadcast live during "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" on November 29. It wi...

Police: Man shot in downtown St. Louis

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS – St. Louis police are investigating a shooting in downtown Thursday afternoon.The shooting happened at 14th and Market streets prior to 4 p.m., according to Sgt. Charles Wall, a spokesman for the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.Officers found an adult man in his 40s with a gunshot wound to his right leg.Sgt. Wall said the investigation is ongoing.

Man arrested for fatal south St. Louis shooting

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A man is under arrest for a fatal shooting Sunday. Edward Gray is accused of killing Charles McBride, 42, in the 7800 block of Rio Silva. He faces charges including murder, armed criminal action, and unlawful possession of a firearm. He is being held in police custody with no bond allowed.Officers were called to the Carondelet neighborhood on October 29 to investigate a shooting. A caller told police that his friend was shot inside an apartment. Police found the victim in the kitchen of the vacant apartment with gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased when EMS arrived on the scene. Drivers may get rude surprise after alleged DMV fraud A witness tells police that she saw a man exit the apartment. He approached her vehicle, pointed a gun at her, and then asked, "where's the crack?" He then rifled through the car, stole some change, a gold watch, and then left in a silver vehicle.Later, the witness was able to pick Gray out of a photographic line-up. She identified hi...

Walmart's Black Friday events and discount sneak peek

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Walmart is bringing back Black Friday with savings throughout the month of November. This year, they're offering two "Black Friday Deals" events and a special Cyber Monday event. There is also early access for Walmart+ members.The Black Friday Events:The first event begins online on November 8 at 3 p.m. ET and in stores on November 10. Walmart+ members get early access from 12 p.m. ET to 3 p.m. ET on November 8.The second event starts online on November 22 at 3 p.m. ET and in stores on November 24. Walmart+ members can access deals early from 12 p.m. ET to 3 p.m. ET on November 22.Cyber Monday falls on November 27, featuring Walmart+ early access to all deals, a new addition this year."Exclusive first access to the most coveted holiday deals, coupled with free shipping, gives Walmart+ members a shopping superpower for the most highly anticipated event of the year,” states Venessa Yates, senior vice president and general manager of Walmart+.Walmart is offering a "sneak p...

The spate of racehorse deaths this year has Breeders’ Cup under intense scrutiny

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

By BETH HARRIS (AP Racing Writer)ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) — After horse deaths marred this year’s Kentucky Derby and Preakness, and another occurred days ahead of the world championships, safety at the Breeders’ Cup is under intense scrutiny.For the first time, all 14 Cup races this weekend at Santa Anita will be run under the sport’s new national uniform set of medication and safety rules. The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act, created by Congress under the oversight of the Federal Trade Commission, is charged with keeping horses and jockeys safe.The most extensive reviews of horses’ veterinary and treatment records in the 40-year history of the Breeders’ Cup will continue up to race day, with contenders subject to random physical exams at any time.“We know equine fatalities is a complicated issue and that’s why we’re continuing to invest in resources,” Drew Fleming, president and CEO of Breeders’ Cup Ltd., said Wedne...

Two Colorado ski areas announce early openings this week

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

Benefiting from significant recent snowfall and temperatures conducive for snowmaking operations, two more Colorado ski areas have announced they are opening this week, bringing the number of operating areas to four.Eldora and Winter Park will kick off their seasons on Friday. Eldora’s opening comes two weeks earlier than scheduled and will mark one of its earliest openings in the past 30 years. Eldora has received 15 inches of natural snow in recent days and plans to open three trails with a vertical drop of 1,000 feet. A small terrain park also will be operating.Winter Park also received 15 inches of natural snow in recent days. It will be operating the Gemini Express lift serving two trails.Both areas will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Winter Park will open at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.Related ArticlesOutdoors | Here’s when every Colorado ski resort plans to open for the 2023-24 season Arapahoe Basin opened on Sunday and Keystone opened on Wedne...

Six Flags, Cedar Fair near merger deal, Wall Street Journal reports

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

Six Flags is nearing a deal to merge with Cedar Fair Entertainment, a move that would combine two of the largest regional theme park companies in the U.S., the Wall Street Journal reported.An agreement between the two companies could be announced this week. Cedar Fair owns theme parks nationwide, including Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, while Six Flags operates 27 parks across the U.S., Mexico and Canada.The Journal reported that the merger of the two companies would bolster Six Flags’ parks portfolio, especially in the Midwest. The merger would also mean that Cedar Fair would join a nationally recognized brand, though it’s unclear if any parks would be rebranded under the Six Flags name. Disneyland’s legal fight against Anaheim wage law nears conclusion Both companies have market values of about $2 billion or less. Shares of Six Flags increased more than 6% and shares of Cedar Fair rose more than 8% after news of an imminent deal was announced.Shares of Six Flags have risen st...

Kiya Winder and 4 Others Injured in Rollover Accident on Northwest Avenue [Bellingham, WA]

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

Five Hospitalized after Rollover Accident near Interstate 5BELLINGHAM, WA (November 1, 2023) – Kiya Winder died Sunday morning while four others sustained injuries in a rollover collision on Northwest Avenue. Authorities responded to the scene just before 1:00 a.m., near Interstate 5 on October 29th.Police officers say a northbound pickup-truck veered off the road before slamming into a concrete barrier near Northwest Avenue. Upon impact, the pickup-truck overturned, injuring five of its occupants.Medical personnel transported the driver, 18-year-old Winter and four others to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center. Investigators later said most of the occupants were not wearing seat belts. Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties before it later reopened just before 6:00 a.m.Following preliminary duties, police believe that alcohol or drugs may have played a role in the collision. Although, an active investigation is...

Man Dies in Sedan vs Pickup-Truck Collision on Interstate 35 [Austin, TX]

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:05:51 GMT

Man Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Accident near Ben White BoulevardAUSTIN, TX (November 1, 2023) – Sunday afternoon, an unidentified man lost his life following a two-car collision on Interstate 35.The incident took place at approximately 1:40 p.m. on October 15th, on Interstate 35 in the vicinity of Ben White Boulevard. The Austin Police Department promptly responded to a report regarding a collision involving a sedan and a pick-up truck. The driver of the sedan was struck as he exited his vehicle. Tragically, he was discovered beneath the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Meanwhile, the pick-up driver, who remained unharmed, cooperated with the investigation. In addition, a significant section of the interstate was temporarily closed to facilitate cleanup and preliminary procedures. However, the roadway has since been reopened for regular traffic. Authorities refrained from disclosing the victim’s identity until notifying the next of kin. Furthermor...