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Men’s basketball: First true test for Gophers comes Thursday vs. Missouri

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

The Gophers men’s basketball team blew out both of its opponents in the first week of the season. That’s better than head coach Ben Johnson’s first two teams started their seasons at Minnesota.The U beat Bethune-Cookman by 20 points in the season opener on Nov. 6, then throttled Texas-San Antonio by 23 on Friday.Star forward Dawson Garica was named Big Ten player of the week on Monday, new point guard Elijah Spencer has created a faster offensive tempo, and true freshman Cam Christie showed off a smooth shooting stroke in his debut Friday. The roster is deeper and more versatile with the return of Parker Fox and Isaiah Ihnen from serious injuries.But the Gophers haven’t played anybody noteworthy.KenPom ranks Bethune-Cookman 350th among 362 Division I men’s basketball programs as of Monday. UTSA is pegged at 257th.The level of competition will change Thursday when Missouri (2-1) comes to Williams Arena for an 8 p.m. tipoff. The Tigers are rated 64th in the nation, while the Gophers (...

Schenectady County to host free community Naloxone training

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday, Schenectady County Public Health Services is hosting a free Naloxone training at the Hon. Karen B. Johnson Central Library. The training and information session is open to all community members. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “Understanding how to use Naloxone, a life-saving medication that can reverse opioid overdoses, can mean the difference between life and death in the fight against opioid overdoses,” said Schenectady County Legislator Michelle Ostrelich, Chair of the Health, Housing & Human Services Committee. “We’re offering free training and Naloxone kits to help empower individuals to be equipped and capable in times of need.”The event runs from 6 to 7 p.m. Those unable to attend can take a free online training and receive a free Naloxone kit from the SCPHS upcoming completion.

ACSO to cook, deliver Thanksgiving meals Tuesday

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany County Sheriff's Office is cooking and delivering Thanksgiving meals on Tuesday, November 21. Those interested in receiving a meal are asked to call (518) 487-5440 or email [email protected]. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Albany County Sheriff's Office released a statement regarding the event. “We are one week away from our annual Sheriff’s Turkey Dinner. Anyone that is in need of a meal, please contact us soon. We will be cooking and delivering on Tuesday, November 21. I am concerned that many will go without a meal after Equinox canceled their event.”

Saugerties cafe featured on Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares'

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

SAUGERTIES, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A new episode of "Kitchen Nightmares" aired on November 13 and it featured a cafe in Ulster County. Filming at Love Bites Cafe in Saugerties took place in June. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Kitchen Nightmares" stars celebrity chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsay as he visits restaurants around the country to try and help revive their business. The show first aired in the U.S. in 2007, with season 7 airing in 2014. "Kitchen Nightmares" was revived for season 8 in 2023.The sixth episode of season 8 focuses on childhood sweethearts Chris and Tess, the owners of Love Bites, as they struggle separating their personal lives from the restaurant. Ramsay helps them with the stress of the restaurant, the food and menu, renovating the cafe, the work environment, and their relationship. Starbucks in Rivers Casino sets opening date In June, Ramsay was spotted filming at Love Bites on Partition Street. At t...

Stewart's to close Albany store over public safety concerns

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Stewart's store at the corner of Manning Boulevard and Central Avenue is closing on Thursday, November 16. Stewart's Shops Corp. made the announcement on Tuesday, citing an increase in public safety concerns at that location. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "We pride ourselves on being part of the fabric of the communities we serve, and we worked closely with Albany Police and the City of Albany officials in an attempt to resolve concerns at our Manning Boulevard shop," said Gary Dake, President of Stewart's Shops. "The safety of our partners and loyal customers remains an issue at this location."According to Stewart's representatives, there has been an uptick in robberies, theft, and verbal and physical assaults at that particular store. Employees have been offered positions at other Stewart's locations.

VSP seeking more information on home burglary

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

WEST RUTLAND, Vt. (NEWS10) -- The Vermont State Police are seeking additional information in a home burglary that took place around 5:58 Monday night. The burglary took place on Pleasant Street in West Rutland. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police say an investigation found the residence was broken into and property was taken. Anyone with information regarding the burglary is asked to contact Vermont State Police at (802) 773-9101 or can submit an anonymous tip online.

State Police investigate fatal crash in Greenport

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

GREENPORT, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New York State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on State Route 23 on Monday evening. First responders were dispatched for the report of two fully engulfed vehicles. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Fire crews from the Greenport Fire Department extricated one driver from their burning vehicle. The driver, Michelle J. Burnham, 59, of Delanson, was transported to the Albany Medical Center in critical condition. The driver of the second vehicle, David Warfield, 57, of Hudson, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police say Warfield was traveling eastbound and passing multiple vehicles in the westbound lane. He then reportedly struck Burnham, who was traveling in the eastbound lane when he tried to avoid a westbound vehicle. Investigations into the crash are ongoing.

'Tina, the Tina Turner Musical' opening tonight at the Fabulous Fox Theatre

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Tina Turner was born Anna Mae Bullock. At the age of 16, she movedto the Ville neighborhood in St. Louis and attended Sumner High School.She had a turbulent 20-year relationship with Ike Turner before going out on her own in her 40s. 'Tina, The Tina Turner Musical' is getting rave reviews and is opening Tuesday night on stage at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Unusual burglary leaves St. Peters business owners stunned FOX 2's Tim Ezell spoke with Ari Groover as well as Tina and Roz White, playing her mother, Zelma Bullock, about what they enjoyed most about their roles

Mayor Mike Johnston decides to keep current Denver police chief, public safety director in cabinet

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has nominated two existing public safety cabinet members chosen by former Mayor Michael Hancock to stay in their positions.Johnston in a Tuesday news release announced nominations of Ron Thomas to continue as Denver police chief and Armando Saldate III to continue as executive director of the Denver Department of Public Safety. The nominations will need city council approval.“Public safety is one of my top priorities as Mayor,” Johnston said in the news release. “We laid out a big vision for what’s possible in Denver, and we’re delighted that Armando and Chief Thomas share this vision. Together, these proven leaders can help deliver a safer city for Denverites.”Thomas was appointed in October 2022 as Denver police chief after serving as the department’s patrol division chief since 2018.His two main priorities when he was appointed were to reduce crime and “increase the public’s trust” in the department, he said in an October 2...

A third round of US sanctions against Hamas focuses on money transfers from Iran to Gaza

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 03:58:41 GMT

By FATIMA HUSSEIN (Associated Press)WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States on Tuesday said it imposed a third round of sanctions on a group of Hamas officials, members of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad who work to transfer money from Iran to Gaza, and a Lebanese money exchange service that facilitates the transfers. The Treasury Department sanctions, coordinated with the United Kingdom, come in response to the surprise Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israel that left roughly 1,200 people dead or kidnapped. The sanctions block access to U.S. property and bank accounts and prevent the targeted people and companies from doing business with Americans.This and two previous rounds of sanctions against Hamas and its affiliates are aimed at protecting the international financial system from abuse by Hamas militants and their enablers, the Treasury Department said. The State Department also is designating a Palestinian Islamic Jihad military leader for diplomatic sanctions. Treasury Secretary Ja...