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Reservations required for some Adirondack trails

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Every summer - especially since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic - trails in the Adirondack Park swell with hikers. For the third year in a row, the Department of Environmental Conservation is enacting a parking reservation system in a section of the park that needs moderation, in order to keep roads safe and lots organized. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Lasting from Monday, May 1, until Tuesday, Oct. 31, the DEC has enacted a parking reservation system at the Adirondack Mountain Reserve. Located in the town of Keene, the reserve spans roughly 7,000 acres of Adirondack forest, including parts of the upper and lower Ausable Lakes and East Branch Ausable River. Mountains within the reserve include Noonmark Mountain and Round Mountain.Parking reservations are required for the region, but come at no cost to visitors. A total of 70 reservations are available per day, and must be scheduled for a day o...

BREAKING: Dennis Drue, driver in fatal 2012 Northway crash released from prison

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

CAPITAL REGION, N.Y. (News10)-Dennis Drue, the drunk and drugged driver who caused the fatal crash that killed Shenendehowa students Christopher Stewart and Deanna Rivers and seriously injured their close friends Bailey Wind and Matt Hardy is being released today.News10's Anya Tucker spoke with people close to the matter, who say Drue was granted parole and will be living with a family member in the Capital Region, while under the supervision of the Department of Parole. News10 has confirmed his release date as being May 25th, 2023 through state documents. Drue had already been denied parole 3 previous times. Drue was serving a 5–15-year prison term on charges that included vehicular manslaughter and aggravated vehicular homicide for the crash on the Northway on December 1st, 2012.He admitted in court that he was drunk and speeding when he drove his vehicle into the Ford Explorer the teens were in. Deanna's family shared this statement: "It is a sad day for our family as our fight ...

Crash on Patroon Island Bridge cleared

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a crash on I-90 westbound on the Patroon Island Bridge; near the Albany and Rensselaer County Line, has cleared.Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!The crash initially shut down two lanes on the bridge.

Settlement reached in Fox Theatre ownership battle

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A years-long legal battle over the ownership of the Fox Theatre has been resolved. Two parties, Fox Associates LLC and Foxland Inc., have agreed to a settlement over the St. Louis landmark. The parties call it a "mutually satisfactory settlement." The settlement comes as a lease on the Fox Theatre was pushing 100 years and set to expire in 2025. Under the settlement, Fox Associates will purchase Foxland’s interest in the land underlying the theatre, which would consolidate ownership to one party. Mom: Son with disabilities restrained at school 75 times in four years “On behalf of myself and partners Lisa Baudendistel Suntrup and Julie Baudendistel Noonan, we are thrilled that the Fabulous Fox Theatre will continue to bring world class entertainment to St. Louis for generations to come,” said Mary Strauss, Fox Associates partner. “It has been a labor of love for our Strauss and Baudendistel families to be the custodians of this St. Louis treasure and national landmark ...

Traffic stalled, backed up several miles on I-64 in Metro East

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

CLINTON COUNTY, Ill. - Traffic is stalled in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 64 in the Metro East after a crash Thursday morning. First responders found a semi pulled over on the side of the highway. They shut down the highway to help get the victim onboard a medical helicopter. IDOT says traffic is blocked at milepost 32 on I-64 between New Baden and Albers. Traffic is backed up several miles in the eastbound direction. Illinois State Police say that they were called to the scene for a report of an injured person. A medical helicopter took the person to a hospital to be treated for serious injuries. Mom: Son with disabilities restrained at school 75 times in four years Drivers could experience significant delays in the area and are encouraged to consider alternate routes. This is a developing story. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available. Check FOX 2's traffic map for real-time updates.

Ted Drewes to reopen South Grand location on Friday

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Ted Drewes Frozen Custard is set to reopen its South Grand location this weekend, a spot the franchise calls a "hidden gem" of St. Louis. Ted Drewes will reopen its stand at 4224 South Grand Boulevard in the Dutchtown neighborhood on Friday. Starting Memorial Day and through the summertime, the South Grand location will be open from 2-10 p.m. on a daily basis. Mom: Son with disabilities restrained at school 75 times in four years "Thank you all for being patient with us in the last few seasons as we worked through the pandemic and staffing issues. If ever there was a sign that the world is "getting back to normal" this is it!," said Ted Drewes via Facebook. Ted Drewes also has a location at 6726 Chippewa St. that is open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.  Throughout the years, the Ted Drewes Frozen Custard brand has grown with an annual Christmas tree sale, samples at select grocery stores and a tradition to hand orders of frozen custard upside-down. For more information...

Kids could fill labor shortages, even in bars, if these lawmakers succeed

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

By HARM VENHUIZEN (Associated Press/Report for America)MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Lawmakers in several states are embracing legislation to let children work in more hazardous occupations, longer hours on school nights and in expanded roles including serving alcohol in bars and restaurants as young as 14.The efforts to significantly roll back labor rules are largely led by Republican lawmakers to address worker shortages and in some cases run afoul of federal regulations.Child welfare advocates worry the measures represent a coordinated push to scale back hard-won protections for minors.“The consequences are potentially disastrous,” said Reid Maki, director of the Child Labor Coalition, which advocates against exploitative labor policies. “You can’t balance a perceived labor shortage on the backs of teen workers.”Lawmakers proposed loosening child labor laws in at least 10 states over the past two years, according to a report published last month by the ...

Studio City Starbucks removes customer seating

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

A Starbucks Coffee in Studio City is drawing attention after the store removed all customer seating.Only to-go orders are allowed at the 10965 Ventura Blvd. location of the famed coffee shop, as indicated by a sign posted to the door.While Starbucks did not directly attribute the decision to any one cause, a spokesperson implied that the seating was removed due to some sort of safety concern and that the decision was made at that store, not the corporate level."Our local leaders are, and have always been, empowered to use the many resources at their disposal to modify store operations and create the best experience for our communities," the statement said. "Our first priority is to make sure our partners are safe at work. We will continue to work to make sure that partners can focus on crafting exquisite beverages and creating connections in a safe, warm, and welcoming environment."While no direct connection has been made to the Studio City location's decision to remove seating, mul...

What’s Popping Up On The Road: Newport Beach Wine Festival and BBQ In Carpinteria

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

The  Newport Beach Wine Festival takes place this weekend at Balboa Bay Resort. The three-day waterfront event kicks off with a ticketed five-course dinner and wine pairing sponsored by Duckhorn Winery, a speakeasy tasting by Macallan Whiskey, followed by two days of Grand Tasting at the  resort along PCH. There will be more than 60 vendors, coastal-inspired bites, live music and aerialists. The event begins Friday, May 26, at 6 p.m., with a dinner and reception with Duckhorn Winery. The dinner in the Lighthouse Room will accompany the tasting, courtesy of Balboa Bay Resort’s Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan, including wild Morro Bay smoked salmon roulade, Mishima ultra wagyu ribeye, and Meyer lemon cake with Grand Marnier coconut curd.The festivities continue on Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28, with more than 50 wine and spirits vendors, live music, and hors d’oeuvres.  Participating vendors include DAOU, 818 Tequila, Off Hours Bourbon, Martin Ray & Angeline, and more. Cul...

California city pays $1.5 million and cop charged with assault after videotaped takedown of girl

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 07:46:22 GMT

The city of Rialto has paid $1.5 million to a teenage girl who was videotaped being thrown to the ground by a police officer who subsequently left his job and now faces criminal charges.Ivan Delgadillo-Arce has pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor counts of assault under the color of authority. A hearing scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, at Superior Court in Rancho Cucamonga was continued to June 23. His attorney, Noel Arreola, declined to comment on the case on Wednesday.Delgadillo-Arce left the department on April 28, said Cpl. Nic Parcher, who declined to say whether the officer was fired or resigned.After the Feb. 11, 2022, incident, which began when officers stopped the girl who was riding a motorized bicycle, police Chief Mark Kling said his department was investigating the officer’s decision to trip the girl and later place his hand on the girl’s throat during the arrest.One of the elements required to file the charge of assault under the color of authority is that the officer ...