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Gov. Walz orders flags to fly at half-staff Friday as Minnesota remembers Sgt. Cade Wolfe

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

Gov. Tim Walz has ordered all U.S. and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the state of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Friday in honor of Sgt. Cade Michael Wolfe’s memorial.Sgt. Cade M. Wolfe. (U.S. Army Special Operations Command Public Affairs via AP)Wolfe, a native of Mankato, Minn., was killed in an aircraft crash during a training exercise over the Mediterranean Sea in November.He died on Nov. 10, two days after he turned 24, according to his obituary.The four other service members who died in the crash were Chief Warrant Officer 3 Stephen R. Dwyer, 38, of Clarksville, Tenn.; Chief Warrant Officer 2 Shane M. Barnes, 34, of Sacramento, Calif.; Staff Sgt. Tanner W. Grone, 26, of Gorham, N.H.; and Sgt. Andrew P. Southard, 27, of Apache Junction, Ariz.The five were all part of the Army’s 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment based at Fort Campbell in Kentucky.The fallen soldiers were highly decorated, with multiple combat deployments in addit...

TV preview: 15 shows to watch this winter

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

With the Hollywood strikes resolved, 2024 promises a return to normal, or whatever “normal” looks like in an increasingly unstable TV landscape.New and returning shows are back on the broadcast networks, with truncated seasons in the 10-13 episode range. NBC’s “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire” and “Chicago P.D.” are back Jan. 17. The “Law & Order” franchise returns the following night, with Kelli Giddish returning for the Season 25 premiere of “Law & Order: SVU.” The freshman NBC drama “The Irrational,” starring Jesse L. Martin, returns for Season 2 on Jan. 29.The CBS lineup kicks off a month later with familiar shows such as “The Neighborhood,” “NCIS,” “So Help Me Todd,” and “Ghosts,” among others. This will also be the final season for “Young Sheldon.” For those curious about the Kathy Bates-led reboot of “Matlock,” the series has been pushed to next season.If you don’t subscribe to Hulu and haven’t seen “Only Murders in the Building,” ABC is broadcasting the first season of t...

NYS DOH sends cease-and-desist letter to Samaritan Hospital over Burdett Birth Center

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State Department of Health sent a cease-and-desist letter to Samaritan Hospital. First reported by The Times Union, the letter cited complaints the hospital was taking steps to close beds or services without approval. The letter, obtained by News10, said any violation could result in $2,000 in fines for each day beds or services are limited or closed. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! A spokesperson for St. Peter's Health Partners said they immediately responded to the letter and have not closed beds or reduced services. They said they would not be taking action prior to the Department of Health's approval of the closure plan. Samaritan Hospital has since submitted that plan, over six months after announcing their intent to close, citing financial problems brought on by the pandemic. That announcement caused an uproar from public health officials and residents in Rensselaer County, who said c...

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: January 5-7

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From sporting events to tribute concerts to ice skating at the Empire State Plaza, there are quite a few things happening on January 5, 6, and 7. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, January 5Alpin Haus RV Show & Sale, Saratoga City Center, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.Siena Saints vs. Fairfield Stags Men's Basketball, MVP Arena in Albany, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.Adirondack Thunder vs. Maine Mariners, Cool Insuring Arena, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Seat Geek website.Ride the Cyclone, Steamer N.10 Theatre in Albany, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Steamer N.10 Theatre website.Ice skating, Empire State Plaza in Albany, starts at noon.Kevin Bozeman, Albany Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Albany Funny Bone website.Claude Monet: The Immersive Experience, ...

Suspect wanted in two St. Louis County ATM burglaries

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Police are searching for a suspect in connection with two recent ATM burglaries in north St. Louis County. The St. Louis County Police Department released several photos Thursday of the wanted suspect during an apparent ATM heist earlier this week. Police say the suspect broke into an ATM around 2 a.m. Tuesday in the 9200 block of Lewis and Clark Boulevard, taking off with thousands of dollars. Missouri expecting two rounds of winter weather The suspect was caught on camera with black clothing and used a newer-model Jeep Grand Cherokee in the crime, possibly a Trackhawk model.Investigators say the Jeep was possibly a black or gray Jeep that was recently painted white. The jeep also had dark wheels and two hood vents.The St. Louis County Police Department released several photos Thursday of the wanted suspect during an apparent ATM heist earlier this week. (Courtesy: St. Louis County Police Department)The St. Louis County Police Department released several ...

Over a decade after their Super Bowl matchup, Harbaugh brothers soaring again with Michigan, Ravens

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

By NOAH TRISTER (AP Sports Writer)OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Eleven years after turning the Super Bowl into one of football’s most memorable family reunions, John and Jim Harbaugh are again at the forefront of the sport.This time, the two coaches are chasing different prizes — and won’t be in each other’s way. John Harbaugh’s Baltimore Ravens have the NFL’s best record and have clinched the top seed in the AFC playoffs. Jim Harbaugh’s Michigan team faces Washington on Monday night in Houston for college football’s national title, a game John said he’s planning to attend.“I’ve never seen either of them have as much fun with their team as they’re having now,” said Joani Crean, their younger sister. “It brings a pure smile to my face.”The family should be used to the publicity by now. At the end of the 2012 season, John’s Ravens defeated Jim’s San Francisco 49ers in the Super Bowl....

Denver sheriff’s firearms instructor unintentionally shoots rifle into neighbor’s house

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

A Denver Sheriff Department firearms instructor unintentionally fired a rifle into his neighbor’s kitchen in August, according to a disciplinary letter released Wednesday.Deputy David Steckman will be suspended for 14 days over the incident, according to the Dec. 14 letter. Steckman, a firearms instructor and 27-year employee of the sheriff’s department, unintentionally fired the gun while in the bedroom of his Commerce City home on Aug. 21.The bullet shot through his bedroom wall and into his neighbor’s kitchen, according to the disciplinary letter. Steckman told investigators he was practicing how to handle the rifle if it were to malfunction and going through the steps of a “malfunction drill.” The rifle was loaded and had a round in the chamber, but Steckman failed to check the chamber, and when he completed the drill and pulled the rifle’s trigger, the gun fired.Steckman said he immediately put the rifle down and went to check on his neighbor...

Former Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer admits 'mistakes,' seeks MLB comeback

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

Trevor Bauer wants Major League Baseball to give him another chance.The former Los Angeles Dodgers star pitcher and Cy Young award winner appeared on Fox News Channel on Thursday in his first television interview since he was suspended by MLB amid allegations that he sexually assaulted and beat a woman in 2021. Charges were never filed and Bauer and his accuser settled dueling defamation lawsuits out of court last year. “I’ve never sexually assaulted anyone. Never will. Never have. It's not who I am as a person,” Bauer told FNC’s Bill Hemmer. “It’s been excruciating the last two and a half years being seen that way.”In February 2021, Bauer signed a three-year, $102 million contract with the Dodgers after winning the National League Cy Young Award the previous year.  Once the assault allegation surfaced, the North Hollywood native was placed on administrative leave by MLB in July 2021. He was suspended an unprecedented 324 games, which was later reduced to 194 gam...

Public Health warns of botulism risk from mulberry jam, molasses

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

Shemshad’s Mulberry Molasses and Mulberry Jam food products sold in the Los Angeles area may be contaminated with the bacteria that causes botulism, according to the California Department of Public Health.The molasses and jam sold at Woodland Hills Market in Woodland Hills, Q Market in Van Nuys and Wholesome Choice Market in Irvine may contain Clostridium botulinum, CDPH said in a news release."[The molasses and jam] were produced outside of the CDPH Cannery Program oversight, making them susceptible to contamination with Clostridium botulinum," CDPH said. "Ingestion of botulism toxin from improperly processed jarred and canned foods may lead to serious illness and death."The products come in 16-ounce glass jars dates APR 25 2025, officials said."CDPH recommends consumers experiencing any ill effects after consuming this product should consult their health care provider," officials said. If you see these products for sale, you're encouraged to call the CDPH toll-free complaint line ...

Verizon customers could get $100 each: Who qualifies and how to get paid

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:09 GMT

Verizon customers may be entitled to a piece of a $100 million sum the company agreed to pay to settle a class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges Verizon customers were hit with an administrative charge as part of a "deceptive scheme." Verizon denies any wrongdoing but has agreed to pay affected users up to $100 each.The group of people who qualify includes all Verizon customers, current or former, in the U.S. who "received postpaid wireless or data services from Verizon and who were charged and paid an Administrative Charge and/or an Administrative and Telco Recovery Charge between January 1, 2016 and November 8, 2023." More people are canceling their streaming subscriptions "Postpaid" phone plans are the opposite of prepaid plans. With postpaid plans, you sign a contract with a phone provider, and then you're billed monthly based on your usage.People who qualify should have also received a notice by mail or email.To claim your payout, you'll need the ID and confirmation code f...