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Katharine McPhee, David Foster concert in Troy canceled

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Katharine McPhee and David Foster's concert at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall has been canceled. The concert was set for April 14 at 7:30 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "David Foster and Katharine McPhee’s upcoming April performances have been canceled due to an unavoidable scheduling conflict," said the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall. "David and Katharine are disappointed that they will be unable to perform in Troy and look forward to seeing fans at a future show."All tickets will be refunded to the original method of payment used to buy the ticket, said Troy Music Hall. If you have questions, you can call the box office at (518) 273-0038.

Amazon funds computer science education in the Capital Region

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Thursday, Amazon announced a commitment to provide funding for computer science education across 11 schools in 8 districts in the Capital Region. The funding will help over 400 K-12 students in the Capital Region and reach over 36,000 students across New York by the end of the school year. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Every young person should have equitable access to the education they need to reach their full potential,” said Victor Reinoso, global director of philanthropic education initiatives at Amazon. “At Amazon, we are committed to creating a diverse pipeline of tech students and hiring homegrown talent to help keep our communities strong for years to come.”The Amazon Future Engineer program is available at Ballard Elementary School, Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Senior High School, Central Park Middle School, Harrison Avenue Elementary School, Lansingburgh Senior High School, Mont Pleasa...

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: March 31-April 2

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From concerts to the FIRST Robotics Competition to Easter egg hunts around the area, there are quite a few things happening on March 31, April 1, and April 2. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, March 31FIRST Robotics Competition, MVP Arena in Albany, 9 a.m. Free and open to the public.Marshall Charloff & The Purple Xperience, Cohoes Music Hall, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Cohoes Music Hall website.Crumbl Cookies grand opening, 664 New Loudon Road in Latham, 8 a.m. to midnight.Troy Night O'Shenanigans, downtown Troy, 5 p.m. Jumpin’ Jacks in Scotia opens for 2023 season Saturday, April 1Easter egg hunts around the Capital RegionThe Frank White Experience with special guest DJ TGIF, Palace Theatre in Albany, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.The Concert: A Tribut...

‘QAnon Shaman’ released from prison, transferred to halfway house

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

Jacob Chansley, the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol rioter better known as the “QAnon Shaman,” was released from federal prison early and transferred to a halfway house on Wednesday.The Bureau of Prisons said Chansley was moved to "community confinement" — a term that can either refer to home confinement or a halfway house; but Chansley’s attorney Albert Watkins confirmed it was the latter.“After serving eleven months in solitary prior to his sentence being imposed, and only 16 months of his sentence thereafter, it is appropriate this gentle and intelligent young man be permitted to move forward with the next stage of what undoubtedly will be a law abiding and enriching life,” Watkins said in a statement.The Bureau of Prisons said in a statement that "for safety, and security reasons, we do not discuss the conditions of confinement for any inmate, including transfers or release plans, nor do we specify an individual's specific location while in community confinement." Chansley, who gained nat...

Denver mayoral candidate Lisa Calderón, Councilwoman Candi CdeBaca named in campaign finance violation complaints

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

Denver mayoral candidate Lisa Calderón, incumbent City Councilwoman Candi CdeBaca and a slate of progressive candidates for other council offices are the targets of newly filed campaign finance complaints, alleging the group shared resources from third-party groups in ways that violate the city’s Fair Election Fund rules and City Code.The complaints allege Calderón illegally coordinated and took non-monetary support from Emerge Colorado, the organization that Calderón leads, and the Democratic Socialists of America. If true, the unreported support, known as in-kind contributions, could put the campaigns over the limits established for candidates using the Fair Election Fund.The Fair Election Fund, established after voters approved a major overhaul of campaign finance rules in Denver in 2018, provides public matching dollars for small donations to candidates who agree to abide by lower contribution limits.Lawyers who have assessed the evidence at the heart of those complaints say tha...

Defense for Robin Niceta, ex-partner of former Aurora chief, claims she’s incompetent to stand trial

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

Defense attorneys for Robin Niceta, the onetime partner of former Aurora Police Chief Vanessa Wilson, were heard in open court Thursday morning informing the judge that Niceta is potentially incompetent to stand trial because of a brain tumor and cancer diagnosis.Niceta, a former social worker in Arapahoe County, is accused of filing a false child abuse complaint against Aurora City Councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky after the councilwoman criticized Wilson, who was at the time still Aurora’s police chief, during a radio interview.After asking to approach the judge’s bench, Niceta’s attorneys on Thursday told the judge she is unfit for trial due to her cognitive abilities and claimed there was no way for her to regain competency.Niceta appeared in court virtually Thursday morning, appearing unable to speak or raise her hand at the judge’s request.“I believe Robin is a master manipulator. I think she’s been doing this for a long time, hurting people, destroying families, and ...

Two of three I-70 closures in mountains due to crashes reopen

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

Interstate 70 has reopened in two places after three closures were reported due to crashes.The eastbound lanes closed near Floyd Hill between U.S. 6 and exit 247 due to a crash about 1:45 p.m. and one lane reopened about 2:35 p.m. The other lane is still closed.The crash was first reported about 11:30 a.m. by the Colorado Department of Transportation.Both sides of the interstate closed further west of the crash at the Central City Parkway exit at 1:50 p.m. due to “safety concerns,” with CDOT citing the crash. Those closures were fully reopened at the same time as the first one about 2:35 p.m.A third crash was reported just after 2 p.m. that closed the westbound lanes of the interstate west of the Post Boulevard exit near Avon.Delays are expected in the area, and officials have not given an estimated reopening time for the Avon closure.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Eastbound lanes of I-76 shut down from Sterling to Nebraska Crime and Public Saf...

New documents show Las Vegas mass shooter was angry at casinos

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

The high-roller gambler who opened fire on concertgoers on the Las Vegas Strip had lost tens of thousands of dollars while gambling weeks before the mass shooting and was upset about how the casinos had treated him, according to FBI documents made public this week.The documents reveal the strongest indication of a motive for the deadliest mass shooting in modern American history. They paint a detailed account of gunman Stephen Paddock's final days before the Oct. 1, 2017, mass shooting that killed 60 people and injured hundreds more. A gambler whose name is redacted from the hundreds of pages of documents told the FBI that Paddock “was very upset at the way casinos were treating him and other high rollers."This October, 2017 file evidence photo released by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Force Investigation Team Report shows the interior of room 32-134 of Las Vegas shooter Stephen Paddock's 32nd floor room at the Mandalay Bay hotel. (Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Depart...

Building at Menifee school evacuated amid hazmat investigation

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

A building at a high school in Menifee was evacuated Thursday afternoon over a hazardous materials incident, officials said.The incident was reported around 12:30 p.m. at Paloma Valley High School, located at 31375 Bradley Rd., Cal Fire Riverside County officials told KTLA.There were reports of two teachers and two students falling ill due to an odor on campus.One building was evacuated as a precaution, and the odor is being investigated.No one has been transported to a hospital for treatment.

2 Hospitalized Following Pedestrian Crash on Larkspur Canyon Drive [San Jose, CA]

Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:04:24 GMT

Vehicle vs Pedestrian Crash on Stony Creek Place near Larkspur Canyon Left Two HurtSAN JOSE, CA (March 30, 2023) – Monday night, two people sustained injuries following a crash on Larkspur Canyon Drive.It happened on March 20th at around 7:15 p.m. when police responded to a crash involving two pedestrians and a vehicle.According to the San Jose Police Department, the two pedestrians suffered serious injuries with one being in critical condition.Consequently, they were transported to the hospital for treatment and were expected to survive their injuries.Furthermore, the public was advised to avoid the area during the time of the collision.No additional information was released and the crash is still under active investigation.When driving, it is vital always to be alert for pedestrians and other vehicles. This is especially true when you are going through a residential area, an intersection, or a parking lot. Also, always drive within the posted speed limit. These are set and e...