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Pedestrian, cyclist safety on Central Avenue in question 

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) – Pedestrian and cyclist safety on Central Avenue is in question, again, after a man was killed by a motorist on Monday. Local advocates have renewed calls for more safety measures along the route. Pedestrians and cyclists are supposed to use crosswalks and bike lanes but even when they do there are still fatalities. That's why advocates say they want to see cities and towns lower speed limits. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “Certainly with the three fatalities of pedestrians we’ve had in the last couple of weeks, two on Central Avenue and one on Troy-Schenectady Road, that brings it back to the forefront,” said Lieutenant Robert Donnelly.He is with the Colonie Police Department’s Traffic Safety Division and said 62 year old bicyclist Joseph Crandall is the latest victim. Crandall was wearing a reflective jacket at the time of the accident and was in the proper lane but he did not have a helmet on and wa...

Mizzou RB Cody Schrader named Doak Walker Award finalist

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Missouri star running back Cody Schrader has been named one of three finalists for the Doak Walker National Collegiate Running Back Award. Mizzou posted on X Tuesday announcing their talented ball carrier as a Doak Walker Award finalist. KU, Mizzou selected to 2023 NCAA volleyball tournament The SEC leading rusher is competing against Oklahoma State's Ollie Gordon and North Carolina's Omarion Hampton for the award given to the best running back in the nation. The winner will be announced during the college football award show on ESPN Dec. 8 starting at 6 p.m. CT. A formal presentation will take place at the annual banquet on the SMU campus in Dallas in mid-February. Schrader currently sits second in the nation with 1,499 yards, just behind Gordon's 1,580 yards on the ground. He's tied for 15th in the country with 13 rushing touchdowns. He earned Doak Walker National Running Back of the Week honors after rushing for 205 yards against Tennessee on Nov. 11.Schrade...

Suspect in deadly Colorado double stabbing arrested in Missouri

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

AURORA, Colo. (KDVR) - A suspect wanted in connection to a deadly double stabbing in Aurora that took place in October has been extradited back to Colorado, according to the Aurora Police Department. The suspect, Deven Jay Dobbins, 30, was arrested late last month in Missouri, according to the Aurora Police Department. Do you recognize these suspects who are wanted for retail theft? Aurora Police reported that two apparent stabbing victims were found in the 11200 and 11300 block of East Colfax Avenue at about 8 p.m. on Oct. 16. They both were rushed to local hospitals and died of their injuries. The Arapahoe County Coroner's Office identified the victims as Otto Washington, 58, and Desmond Thomas, 44.Aurora police originally detained two people of interest on Oct. 17 for interviews, releasing one and holding the other on outstanding warrants that were unrelated to the stabbing.Dobbins was "developed" as a suspect in the investigation, according to the Aurora Police Department. The...

On Giving Tuesday, APA discusses need for donations to help four-legged friends

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

BRENTWOOD, Mo. – Giving Tuesday is the day when charities ask us to take a break from our holiday shopping and open our wallets to worthy causes. The APA Brentwood is looking to help some four-legged friends with your donations.“We recently collected 9,912 tennis balls,” Sarah Javier, president and CEO of the APA Adoption Center in Brentwood, said. “To show how many pets we help in the course of a year. So, we filled a visiting room with all those balls as kind of an enrichment. It’s an outlet for their energy and provides mental stimulation and a great break from the kennel to have a little bit of fun.”The nonprofit is asking St. Louisans to consider cats and canines this season by adopting, fostering, or donating time or money to help these rescued animals. FDA warns St. Louis company of mold and more unsanitary conditions at noodle plant “Today is Giving Tuesday, and it’s a day where nonprofits all across the country appeal to people in the community, so support them,” Javier s...

Nikki Glaser set for hometown St. Louis show during 2024 comedy tour

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Stand-up comedian and St. Louis native Nikki Glaser is set for one hometown show next year during her 2024 comedy tour. Glaser will visit the Fabulous Fox Theatre on April 27, 2024, as part of "The Good Girl Tour," which began earlier this year. FDA warns St. Louis company of mold and more unsanitary conditions at noodle plant Glaser is a Kirkwood High School graduate. She's been involved with several Comedy Central programs, including roasts and stand-up specials like “You Up With Nikki Glaser.” A 2022 Netflix series called "Welcome Home Nikki Glaser?" also chronicles her life and work as a comedian. Tickets go on sale to the public starting at 10 a.m. Thursday. Fans can purchase tickets online or call the Fox Theatre at 314-534-1111 for ticket options.

Gov. Jared Polis signs law giving a $30 million boost to eviction prevention for low-income renters

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

Thousands of evictions across Colorado could be prevented in coming months after Gov. Jared Polis signed a law Tuesday that sets aside $30 million in new assistance money for low-income renters.The money, passed by lawmakers during a special session last week, will nearly double the $35 million already available in the current fiscal year for state rental aid. It bolsters the state’s ability to keep people in rental housing after the hundreds of millions of dollars received by the state in federal pandemic-era aid funds has run dry.“The state’s investment in emergency rental aid will help nearly 6,000 households avoid eviction,” estimated Zach Neumann, the co-founder of the Community Economic Defense Project, which distributes rental aid for at-risk tenants. “It’s a meaningful commitment to keeping our neighbors housed.”Under the legislation, the state must spend the money by June 30, when the fiscal year ends.The $30 million approved by law...

Man wanted in fatal Aurora double stabbing arrested in Missouri

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

A man suspected in a fatal double stabbing on East Colfax Avenue in October was arrested in Missouri, according to the Aurora Police Department.Deven Jay Dobbins, 30, was arrested on Oct. 28 in Brookfield, Missouri on suspicion of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbings of 58-year-old Otto Washington and 44-year-old Desmond Thomas.The stabbing occurred in the 11200 and 11300 blocks of East Colfax Avenue at approximately 8 p.m. on Oct. 16 when people passing by told patrol officers there was a man lying in the street nearby.Additional passersby told officers about the second victim, who was down the street. The victims, later identified as Washington and Thomas, were transported to the hospital, where they died from their injuries.Detectives identified Dobbins as a suspect and obtained a nationwide warrant for his arrest, Aurora police said in a news release Tuesday.The department’s fugitive unit found he was in Brookfield, Missouri and contacted local law enforcement for help wi...

Newport Beach police investigating NBA star for alleged relationship with underage girl

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

The Newport Beach Police Department is reportedly conducting a high-profile investigation that could impact one of the NBA's young stars.Oklahoma City Thunder guard-forward Josh Giddey has been the cause of much speculation after a social media post accused the 21-year-old of having an inappropriate romantic relationship with a teen girl.The NBA has announced it is investigating the allegations, but so too is the NBPD, as the girl, believed to be 15 or 16 at the time of the relationship, is based in the area, TMZ reports.The age of consent in California is 18, while it is 16 in Oklahoma.The Australian has declined to comment on the allegations or investigations.The NBPD did not immediately return a request for comment.

These are the top-rated restaurants in California, according to OpenTable

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

More than a dozen California restaurants have made OpenTable's 2023 list of the Top 100 restaurants in America.The online reservation service looked at more than 12 million verified diner reviews and star ratings to compile the list. Restaurants were not ranked in any particular order.In metro Los Angeles:Bavel – This Middle Eastern restaurant in downtown L.A.’s Arts District has a 4.8-star rating.Beachcomber Cafe Crystal Cove (Newport Coast) – The beachfront seafood joint received 4.7 stars.Bestia – The multi-regional Italian restaurant and companion to Bavel in the Arts District earned 4.8 stars.Musso & Frank Grill – This classic, historic Hollywood Boulevard steakhouse has a near-perfect rating of 4.9 stars.Pizzeria Bianco – This relatively new pizzeria in downtown L.A. has already earned a 4.8-star rating.Providence – The only perfect 5-star rating on California’s list goes to this Hollywood seafood restaurant.Saffy’s – This East Hollywood Middl...

Blakk Friday Belongs to this Mogul. Blakk Tatted of Blakk Smoke Hits 2 MILLION DOLLARS in 23 minutes !

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:08 GMT

When it comes to black excellence, BLAKK SMOKE and its visionary CEO, Blakk Tatted, are key players. Both have made a significant impact and continue to push boundaries. BLAKK SMOKE, a black-owned hookah brand, has achieved the status of the world’s leading hookah company. The company’s unique nicotine-free, tobacco-free products are made from fruit, making BLAKK SMOKE a healthier choice. The brand’s popularity is so pervasive that it frequently sells out, leaving its global fanbase eagerly awaiting the next restock.On social media, securing BLAKK SMOKE products before they sell out has become a sought-after achievement. The high demand is a testament to the products’ exceptional quality. Recently, CEO Blakk Tatted made an exciting announcement: BLAKK SMOKE would be participating in Black Friday sales, now coined BLAKK Friday. The prospect of a 50% discount set off a shopping frenzy, culminating in another sell-out. While some customers rejoiced, others who m...