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Patroons' season ends in East Regional Finals

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A late jump shot by Timmy Goodwin allowed the St. Louis Griffins to defeat the Albany Patroons 95-93 in the east regional final. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! St. Louis started hot shooting the three ball often. Tavares Sledge drilled a three-point shot to put the Griffins ahead 20-11. The Patroons were hanging tough and answered back thanks to James Carrington scoring a layup, but the Patroons faced a nine-point deficit after the opening quarter.Albany's bench kept things afloat in the second quarter. The catalyst was Mustapha Traore, who scored 15 points in the quarter and propelled Albany to a 32-29 lead. That was until the Griffins responded with an offensive flurry and went into halftime up 50-42.The Patroons showed grit in the second half. Getting things started was Trevis Wyche scoring on a three-point shot that trimmed the deficit to one. However, the Griffins managed to take the lead befo...

Conviction for Ill. man who caused fatal wreck driving while high

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. - A Madison County jury deliberated for five hours before convicting a Collinsville, Illinois, man who caused a fatal crash while driving under the influence of marijuana.The crash occurred about 4 a.m. on Feb. 23, 2018, on Highway 40 in Highland.Investigators determined Wayne Stayton was driving his pickup truck while high, crossed the center line of the highway, and collided with another truck, driven by Charlene Johnson. Hearing on short-term rental regulations today Johnson was killed in the crash. She was 45.Stayton was found guilty of two counts of aggravated DUI causing death. He faces between three and 14 years in state prison when he's sentenced.“Even with the increased acceptance and legalization of marijuana, driving while impaired on this drug is still illegal,” Madison County State's Attorney Tom Haine said. “Those who choose to drive while high – or who smoke marijuana while driving – face prosecution and potentially jail time.”

Former Courtesy Diner location in south St. Louis for sale

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A unique piece of St. Louis culinary history has hit the open market. Courtesy Diner closed its south St. Louis location last year at 3153 S. Kingshighway due to staffing issues. The former Courtesy Diner location is now listed for sale. The asking price for the property is $550,000 on Crexi.com. The property was first listed on June 14. It consists of nearly one-third of an acre and 25 parking spaces. What to know about Missouri's gun laws Throughout the years, Courtesy Diner become well-known for The Slinger, a delightful mess of a dish consisting of a hamburger patty and two eggs, served on top of hash browns and chili.Other Courtesy Diner locations at 1121 Hampton Avenue and 8000 S. Laclede Station Road are still open.

Stretch of Interstate 70 west of Fruita closed by brush fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

A stretch of Interstate 70 near the Utah state line has been shut down by a brush fire.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Emergency closure of Colorado 7 from Lyons to Allenspark for rockslide cleanup extended through Friday Crime and Public Safety | Sinkhole closes westbound Arapahoe Road in Greenwood Village Crime and Public Safety | Northbound U.S. 85 reopened after Friday morning crash Crime and Public Safety | WATCH: Denver Nuggets parade, championship celebration bring thousands of fans downtown Crime and Public Safety | Denver police investigate double-fatal shooting following road rage incident on I-25 near 8th Avenue I-70 is closed eastbound and westbound for a brush fire at Rabbit Valley. Traffic is being diverted at Mack. Crews are working hard to restore traffic pic.twitter.com/mcQq12q9nO— CSP Fruita (@CSP_Fruita) June 20, 2023Highway traffic west of Fruita is shut down in both d...

Video shows Encino Hills woman confront home burglars

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

A home security camera captured the frightening moment when a woman in Encino Hills came face-to-face with a group of burglars who broke into her home.The burglary happened in broad daylight last Friday and was the latest in what neighbors say is an alarming trend.The victim, who did not want her identity released, said she was inside her home when she first noticed thumping sounds coming from outside, possibly from the roof.  It turns out the suspects entered her property through the house next door which is under construction.“I yelled and screamed … they didn't want to cause any trouble,” she told KTLA. “I think they just wanted to run.”Surveillance video shows the burglars, all of whom were wearing hoodies, dash out of the home and down the street as the homeowner briefly chases after them.“Their car was hiding a block away and then they signaled themselves up to come here and pick them up,” her husband said. “They made a very, very fast U-turn, burned some tires, and just ...

Glendale braces for another school board Pride protest

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

Demonstrators plan to protest outside the Glendale Unified School District board meeting Tuesday evening, weeks after fights broke out amid another meeting discussing Pride curriculum.At least three people were arrested during the June 6 rally that turned violent.Demonstrators from both sides showed up that night to support or protest a resolution designating June as LGBTQ+ Pride month, which passed. Fights break out amid Glendale school board meeting on Pride curriculum Advocates said LGBTQ+ representation is important when it comes to inclusion in school studies, while opponents said that while some didn’t oppose the LGBTQ+ community, they didn’t want the content to be introduced to children.Conservative groups and LGBTQ+ rights supporters protest as police try to maintain order outside the Glendale Unified School District offices on June 6, 2023. (Keith Birmingham/The Orange County Register via AP)Barriers were set up to contain the crowds, and a dispersal order was issued unti...

Man who allegedly shouted 'gun' at Ontario Mills Mall charged with making false threat

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

A man who caused a mass panic at a California mall when he allegedly shouted "he has a gun," has been arrested on charges of making a false threat.Angel Marin, 44, of Rancho Cucamonga, was arrested by Ontario police officers after investigators received an anonymous tip identifying him.Marin is accused of shouting "gun" and "he has a gun" as he ran through the Ontario Mills Mall last month.The incident led to a panic inside the mall, with people running and hiding for cover and a large response from local law enforcement. Surveillance image of a man, believed to be Angel Marin, who police believe caused a "mass panic" at the Ontario Mills Mall on May 29, 2023. (Ontario PD)Police later determined that there was no threat to the public, but said an investigation was underway to find the person responsible. A security camera image of the person believed to be responsible was sent out by the Ontario Police Department, which led to Marin being identified as the culprit.He was arrested Su...

L.A. County officials warn of firework danger ahead of July 4

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

Los Angeles County firefighters and sheriff's officials on Tuesday demonstrated the explosive dangers of fireworks ahead of the July 4 holiday.They urged residents to leave the pyrotechnics to the professionals.Using a watermelon and clothing, firefighters showed the damage fireworks can do when not handled properly.Dr. Matt Young, who is based in Santa Clarita where the news conference was held Tuesday, said a 12-year-old girl was injured when she lit what she thought was a smoke bomb last year.“It blew off all of her fingers,” Young said.Additionally, firefighters across the county had to put out more than 50 fires during the Independence Day holiday last year.Aside from being seriously injured or killed, setting off illegal fireworks could also cost you financially -- up to $1,000 in fines -- and can even land you in jail.Officials reminded residents that during this time, it’s better to be a reveler.Santa Clarita will host a fireworks show at the Westfield Valencia Town Center o...

Man Pronounced Dead Following Pedestrian Crash on Bryan Avenue [Fresno, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

Pedestrian Collision Claims Life of Man on Highway 180FRESNO, CA (June 20, 2023) – On Wednesday evening, a man was killed in a pedestrian crash on Bryan Avenue while crossing the highway.The accident happened around 10:30 p.m., near Bryan Avenue and Highway 180.According to the reports, a man in Fresno County was struck by a car while walking on a highway.The driver was unable to avoid the collision and struck the man, resulting in his immediate death.Authorities are currently working on revealing the identity of the deceased individual.The driver involved in the incident is cooperating with the investigation, and officers have determined that speed was not a contributing factor to the crash.The Sweet James law firm sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the victim who are grieving over the loss of their loved one. May your memories of her give you strength and comfort in the difficult days ahead.Losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident leaves a l...

A young man was attacked by four at a Rodeo park. Police now believe it was a form of street justice against an accused rapist

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:27 GMT

RODEO — On Sept. 11, 2022, Contra Costa Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report that a group of teenagers lured 19-year-old Ayden Pacheco to a playground on Coral Drive and that four of them violently assaulted him when he arrived.But by the investigation’s end, it would be Pacheco — not his alleged attackers — who would wind up in jail. That’s because police determined that the attack on Pacheco was committed by friends of one of two teens he’s suspected of sexually assaulting during the summer of 2022. One of the alleged victims, a girl younger than 16, was allegedly assaulted inside an El Sobrante church where Pacheco helped lead a youth group.Last month, Contra Costa prosecutors charged Pacheco with 11 felonies, including forcible rape, assault with intent to commit rape, forcible sexual penetration, oral copulation with a minor, unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor, and forcible oral copulation. The charges relate to two alleged vi...