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Deaths of US citizens puts pressure on Biden over handling of Mexican cartels

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

The kidnapping in Mexico this week of four U.S. citizens that left two of them dead has renewed the focus on the politically charged issue of southern border security and prompted calls from some lawmakers for the Biden administration to more seriously crack down on cartels.Biden administration officials called the killings “unacceptable” — potentially escalating tensions around the already fraught issues of border security and U.S.-Mexico relations as authorities work to learn more about the circumstances of the incident.U.S. and Mexican authorities had been searching for four Americans who were kidnapped last Friday after crossing the border for a trip to get a medical procedure. Two of the Americans were found dead on Tuesday. One of the others was found injured, and the fourth is alive.The FBI had said unidentified gunmen started firing at the four Americans’ vehicle shortly after it crossed into Mexico. They were then taken from the scene by armed men. Officials have not said w...

Republican NY lawmakers introduce legislation to prevent House members from profiting off fraud

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - A group of Republican lawmakers wants to prohibit fellow members in the House of Representatives who are found guilty of financial or campaign finance fraud from profiting off their fabrications.Rep. Anthony D'Esposito (R-N.Y.) introduced legislation, taking aim at Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.)."This legislation is about ensuring that elected officials who break the public's trust are held accountable for their wrongdoings," D'Esposito said.The bill would bar Congressional members convicted of certain offenses from profiting off of book deals and media appearances."No one should be able to profit off of lying to the American people and swindling their way into the people's house," D'Esposito said.D'Esposito said his proposal will make sure there isn't a benefit to betraying voters."You should not be able to turn it into a payday," D'Espostio said.Several other Republicans are joining on to the legislation, and even though Santos' name isn't on the bills, they sa...

Albany family celebrates five generations in St. Patrick's Day Parade

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – News10's Christina Arangio and Stephanie Rivas sat down with the Albany St. Patrick Day's Parade Grand Marshall, Kathleen Stevens, and her granddaughter, Nina Pandolfo, ahead of the upcoming event on Saturday, March 11.

Group hoping to restore New Lebanon train depot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

NEW LEBANON, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Nestled behind the New Lebanon Library along Route 20 in Columbia County lies something you may not have known even existed. An old, wooden structure that's been abandoned for decades, now hoping to be restored. NY lawmakers review railway safety measures In the 19th and 20th centuries, passengers would fill New Lebanon's train depot to catch a ride along the Corkscrew Railroad, "Even many people in town are barely aware that this train station was even here," said Margaret Robertson, who's helping with the restoration effort.Those involved with the Corkscrew Rail Trail, which is an unpaved walking trail along the former rail line, is raising money in an effort to restore the site."We’ve seen buildings of great value that have been torn down or fallen down, so this is one of our oldest buildings and one of the last ones we can save," said Joe Ogilvie, the President of the Corkscrew Rail Trail. All aboard! Stillwater man shows off vintage train collec...

Lost hiker rescued on tallest Adirondack mountain

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

NORTH ELBA, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Last week, forest rangers worked after dark to rescue a hiker lost in the area of Mount Marcy in the Adirondacks. Ranger assistance was requested at 3:15 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 27, for a rescue that would run until 8 p.m. that evening. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Ray Brook Dispatch called for assistance after receiving a report of a lost hiker on the Adirondack High Peak. The hiker, a 51-year-old New Jersey resident, was believed to be near Hopkins Junction, after having gotten lost due to the snowy landscape. The hiker was found near Marcy Dam, and was nearing hypothermic conditions. The hiker was guided back to his vehicle, with no medical attention needed. DEC hiring summer park workers Mount Marcy is not only one of the Adirondack High Peaks, but the highest of the bunch - making it the tallest mountain in the whole of the Adirondack Park at 5,344 feet above sea level. Hiking during w...

Stewart's releases five new ice cream flavors and brings back a fan favorite

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- With spring approaching fast, Stewart's Shops is releasing five new seasonal flavors and bringing back a fan favorite. With the first flavor already in motion, the rest will be released in Stewart's shops week by week during the spring season. Celebrate 85 years with $0.85 burgers at Jack’s Drive In The first new flavor that's available is Strawberry Sunrise Sherbet. The brand-new flavor is a classic pairing of lemonade and strawberry sherbet swirls. Next is definitely for brownie lovers, it's called Brownie Points. The new flavor is made up of brownie batter ice cream with a chocolate cookie crumb swirl and brownie pieces.Seasonal ice cream flavors courtesy of Stewart's ShopsA fan favorite which was the most popular new seasonal flavor last year returns! Salted Caramel Cheesecake is made up of salted caramel cheesecake ice cream with a salted caramel swirl and cheesecake pieces. Peanut Butter Pie follows the fan favorite with a peanut butter-flavored ice ...

St. Clare's pension advocates meet with Hochul staffers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Mary Hartshorne, leader of the former St. Clare's hospital workers who lost their retirement savings, along with Senator Jim Tedisco, met with staffers from Governor Kathy Hochul's office Tuesday over a 30-minute video call. This, after repeated requests for the Governor to meet with Hartshorne herself.Hartshorne has been the face and voice of the former Schenectady hospital workers in the fight not only to get their pensions back, but to get to the bottom of who dropped the ball, ever since they were informed in 2018 that the pension fund ran out. Judge rules to merge AG and St. Clare’s pensioner lawsuits “To me, and to the 1,100 pensioners that I represent, there’s more to this story," Hartshorne said.Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit in 2022 against the Diocese of Albany for allegedly failing to contribute to the pension plans, which the Diocese asserts they never owned or managed. This lawsuit merged with a case taken on against the Dioces...

Special Olympics NY to host fundraisers at Applebee's

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On March 9, Special Olympics New York athletes and volunteers will visit Applebee's restaurants across New York to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics. Volunteers include representatives from law enforcement, coaches, family members, and Unified Sports programs. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Participating locations in the Capital Region are:Applebee's - 255 Quaker Road, Queensbury, NY, 12804Applebee's - 594 North Greenbush Road, Rensselaer, NY, 12144Applebee's - 2400 Cambridge Road, Schenectady, NY, 12304Applebee's - 3 Lowe's Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866Applebee's - 291 Route 9W, Glenmont, NY, 12077Applebee's - 555 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY, 12110Applebee's - 268 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY, 12302 Schuylerville CSD to launch Unified Sports in April The fundraisers will run from 5 to 9 p.m. All donations will directly support Special Olympics NY athletes.

NYSP: Greenfield woman arrested after welfare check

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Monday morning, State Police responded to the I-87 rest area in Clifton Park after a caller reported of a person possibly having a medical event in a vehicle. A trooper checked the vehicle operator's welfare, and after an EMS evaluation, arrested Pamela I. Backus, 49, of Greenfield, for Driving While Intoxicated. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police discovered felony-weight narcotics and other controlled substances in the vehicle. Backus had a previous DWI conviction in the last ten years. Backus was also charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree.Backus was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert at SP Clifton Park. She was released and issued tickets returnable to Clifton Park Town Court on March 15.

Celebrate 85 years with $0.85 burgers at Jack's Drive In

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:11:02 GMT

WYNANTSKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Jack's Drive In in Wynantskill is opening for its 85th season on March 9 with a special promotion. To celebrate 85 years, the joint will offer the first hamburger or cheeseburger of every order for just $0.85. New restaurant opens at Cohoes’ Van Schaick Country Club Jack's Drive In special promotion will only run for a limited time. Make sure to get your $0.85 hamburger from Thursday, March 9 through Sunday, March 12. Jack's is located at 24 Main Avenue in Wynantskill.