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Applications for Love Your Block grants open in Albany

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Community members in Albany once again have the opportunity to lead efforts to revitalize their neighborhoods. Applications are open for the second annual Love Your Block grant program. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The program is funded through Johns Hopkins University and offers grants ranging between $500 and $2,000 to homeowners in historically underserved neighborhoods, including Arbor Hill, North Albany, Sheridan Hollow, West Hill, and the South End for minor front façade improvements. Officials said the program empowers community members to lead positive change."But it takes a concerted effort on the part of everyone in our community, and that sense of pride and that sense of ownership can lead to truly transformative things happening block by block in our city, and that's what this program is all about," Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan said.Thirty-five repair projects were completed through the...

Dozens of sports balls donated to local schools

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Local elementary schools received a special delivery on Tuesday. More than 180 sports balls that were collected during the month of March for the annual Capital Region Heart Ball were dropped off at Pine Hills and Giffen Memorial Elementary Schools.The goal of the donation is to promote activity and exercise in children during Move More Month. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "There's an awful lot of proof that there are benefits to physical activity -- 60 minutes a day -- benefits young people tremendously from all sorts of ailments and problems that pop up later," Mercedes Benz Center General Manger Peter Connolly said. According to the American Heart Association, physical activity can also improve students' brain function, academic performance, and relieve stress.

Election results: Voters cast ballots in Missouri & Illinois

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

Hundreds of items are on the ballot across the two states. The vote on Tuesday will determine marijuana taxes in Missouri, the composition of school boards, and the fate of numerous candidates.In the newly redrawn wards of St. Louis City, voters will elect aldermen. Redistricting has reduced the total number of wards from 28 to 14.People in dozens of cities and counties are voting on marijuana taxes for recreational use. This year's legalization of cannabis for adult use allowed municipalities and counties to tax it. This is Proposition M on the ballots in St. Louis County and Proposition 3 in St. Charles County.The amendment to legalize marijuana in Missouri imposed a 6% state sales tax and authorized local governments to impose an additional 3% sales tax. Voters will decide whether the additional tax will be added to sales.Sam Page, the executive of St. Louis County, stated that it would generate over $3 million annually for county parks, police, and roads.

$20,000 reward offered for young mother who disappeared in Antelope Valley

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

A $20,000 reward is being offered in the search for a young mother who disappeared after driving away from her home in Los Angeles County in 2015.Monique Figueroa, 27, was last seen leaving her Littlerock home to visit the Florence area on May 19, 2015, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.Her father was the last person to see her drive away from their residence on the 7200 block of East Avenue U-12 around 4 a.m.Her disappearance is being investigated as “suspicious” and as a possible kidnapping, said LASD. Investigators also said there is a strong likelihood that foul play was involved.Monique Figueroa is seen in photos provided by her family.Monique Figueroa is seen in photos provided by her family.Monique Figueroa is seen in photos provided by her family.Monique Figueroa is seen in an old flyer distributed by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.Monique's daughter was 2 years old at the time and family members said she would never abandon her.“She’s a g...

Growing Belushi Goes Global for Third Season

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

We talked with Jim Belushi ahead of the third season of Growing Belushi as he looks to take the brand international. The third season will also be the biggest run for the series yet with Discovery doubling the order to six episodes after a 30% jump in rating from Season 1 to 2. It makes sense, there are plenty of things to talk about in the cannabis industry at the moment, both foreign and Domestic. Belushi told L.A. Weekly should things go well, they have the footage for a couple more episodes.Some regulars who will be tagging along and making appearances on this season’s tale of survival and expansion include Dan Aykroyd, cousin Chris and Larry Joe Campbell. Belushi is excited. “We’re on Wednesday night! And we are following Moonshiners. So it’s like, grab your illegal whiskey and grab your legal weed and it’s go for the evening,” Belushi told L.A. Weekly. “Third season, it’s going a little more national and global. I’m really taking it from the little flow...

First lady will attend King Charles III’s coronation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

By Phil Mattingly and Betsy Klein | CNNFirst lady Dr. Jill Biden is set to travel to London next month for the coronation of King Charles III of the United Kingdom, leading the US delegation to the highly anticipated event.President Joe Biden spoke by phone Tuesday with King Charles, the White House said, offering his congratulations to the monarch as he reaffirmed the strong ties between the US and the UK.“The President congratulated the King on his upcoming Coronation and informed him that First Lady Jill Biden looks forward to attending on behalf of the United States,” a White House readout of the call said.As reports surfaced that President Biden would not attend the coronation, despite the expected presence of dozens of world leaders, US officials downplayed the possibility and noted that no previous US president has attended a British monarch’s coronation.Instead, the first lady will attend the event, set for Saturday, May 6, and President Biden made clear in...

Teen charged as a juvenile in Oakland shooting that killed two Berkeley brothers

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

OAKLAND — An 18-year-old has been charged with two counts of murder in connection with the October party shooting that killed two brothers and left two others hospitalized with injuries, authorities said.Joaquin Godoy, of Oakland, was charged Tuesday with murder in the deaths of brothers Jazy Sotelo Garcia, 17, and Angel Sotelo Garcia, 15, at the Oct. 1, 2022 house party. A second suspect, arrested in March, has not yet been charged, authorities said.Godoy is suspected of being one of at least two shooters to open fire at the party. Police believe one of the victims was mistaken for a rival gang member, but that no one that was struck by gunfire actually had any gang ties. The brothers had called a parent to pick them up from the party so they wouldn’t break their curfews shortly before they were killed around 10 p.m., authorities say.Godoy, who turned 18 just one month after the shooting, was charged in juvenile court. Prosecutors have not yet made a final decision whet...

Brentwood resident, ski-masked suspects exchange gunfire after attempted vehicle break-in, police say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

BRENTWOOD — Police are looking for two suspects wearing ski-masks who got into a shootout with a resident while attempting to break into a vehicle over the weekend, authorities said.In a statement Tuesday afternoon, police said officers responded around 4 a.m. Sunday to the 2700 block of Serene court for a report of a shooting outside a home.When officers arrived, they learned that suspects in a driveway had been trying to break into a victim’s vehicle when the victim confronted them.One of the two suspects then fired at the victim, who was armed and fired at least three rounds back at them. The suspects then retreated to a blue BMW convertible with a black top and fled the area.Police said the victim was not hurt, and believe the suspects were not struck, as a canvass of area hospitals did not yield people seeking treatment for gunshot wounds.In a social-media post, police shared surveillance-camera footage of the BMW circling the court early Sunday, and asked anyone wi...

Santa Clara County libraries will now carry Narcan, says Board of Supervisors

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

(KRON) -- Last week, the United States Food and Drug Administration approved Narcan for over the counter use. On Tuesday, Santa Clara County announced its libraries would be stocked with Narcan for public use, according to the office of Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez. Now, medical experts across the Bay Area are weighing in on how increased access could impact treatment of overdoses. 4.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Northern California Narcan, also known as naloxone hydrochloride, is a nasal spray that can be administered to reverse an opioid overdose. Previously, it was somewhat accessible, but you had to know where to look. Now, many people are hoping this shift will bring even more access to the life-saving medication. The fentanyl crisis, birthed out of the ongoing opioid epidemic, has hit San Francisco quite hard. The City by the Bay saw 638 overdose deaths in 2022, and most are tied to fentanyl, according to the San Francisco Department of Public Health. The cri...

Purdue’s Zach Edey wins Wooden Award as top hoops player

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:02 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Purdue center Zach Edey has won the John R. Wooden Award as the nation’s top men’s college basketball player.The announcement was made Tuesday on ESPN.Edey is the first Canadian-born winner and the second player from Purdue to be honored, joining Glenn Robinson in 1994.The 7-foot-4 Edey is the first player since winner David Robinson of Navy in 1987 to have at least 750 points, 450 rebounds and 50 blocks in a single season.Voting by a national panel took place from March 13-20 during early rounds of the NCAA Tournament. Purdue, a No. 1 seed, lost in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.Caitlin Clark of Iowa won the women’s Wooden Award. She led the Hawkeyes to the national championship game where they lost to LSU.Edey and Clark, who were each named AP’s national players of the year, will receive their awards Friday at the Los Angeles Athletic Club.___More AP coverage of March Madness: https://apnews.com/hub/march-madness and https://apnews.com/hub/womens-c...