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5 things to know this Friday, September 29

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to Meteorologists Jill Szwed and Matt Mackie, developing showers could slow the morning commute. We can expect a rainy day with showers coming up throughout the NEWS10 viewing area. Those north of I-90 may see a few showers, however, they will be persistent in the south. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! A group of teens accused of raising havoc in Glens Falls over the summer have been arrested. Some of their parents were also arrested after their children were charged with committing several crimes. Meanwhile, it has been a long four-plus months, but The Writers Guild of America finally has a tentative deal with the Studios. Over 150,000 Hollywood actors, however, are still embroiled in their months-long strike. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Friday morning. 1. 21 arrests made in Glens Falls assaultsA group of teens, accused of raising havoc in Glens Falls...

City Hall homless encampment growing downtown

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A homeless encampment is growing on the lawn of St. Louis City Hall, and it's getting the attention of multiple city officials.We're told at least part of the encampment at Tucker and Market is visible from Mayor Tishaura Jones' window. The growth of the camp illustrates the struggle that the city has in dealing with homelessness.The tents are on the City Hall lawn right by Market Street. FOX 2's St. Louis Post-Dispatch partners reported that late last week there were 14 tents in the encampment, but on Thursday that number had grown to at least 25. The encampment can be an eyesore, as trash litters the ground, areas smell of urine, and reported drug use.It's understood that just Thursday, paramedics were called to help a man who had slid off a step and was unresponsive. St. Louis had only 2 officers for an entire district – Both called in sick Nick Dunne, a spokesperson for Mayor Jones, told the Post that the city still has no immediate plans to move anyone at lea...

The top 10 moments of Adam Wainwright's career

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The end of an era has almost arrived. Adam Wainwright will officially retire after the St. Louis Cardinals' final homestand of the 2023 season this weekend. Wainwright wrapped up his MLB pitching career with his 200th career win in his final start. He will not pitch in an upcoming three-game series with the Cincinnati Reds, but there's hope he might take one more at-bat in a low-leverage situation. Cardinals announce Wainwright farewell plans, including concert and ceremony The Cardinals also plan to honor Uncle Charlie with a series of activities and events over the next three days. Fans can sign a giant card to thank Wainwright for his career ahead of Friday's game, Wainwright will perform a postgame concert on Saturday and the Cardinals will honor him with a pregame ceremony on Sunday. With a big weekend planned ahead, it's fitting to remember Wainwright's journey and many moments that helped him become one of the most prolific pitchers in Cardinals history. FOX ...

New soccer venue groundbreaking today in Columbia, Illinois

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

COLUMBIA, Ill. - The St. Louis area is getting another new soccer venue. Groundbreaking is Friday for the state-of-the art facility.It's on DD Road in Columbia, Illinois. Former members of the St. Louis steamers will be part of the ceremonies Friday. St. Louis had only 2 officers for an entire district – Both called in sick The new facility will serve as a hub for youth soccer events. It will include three turf fields.Organizers also plan to use the space for future events, including fall pumpkin patch gatherings, a Christmas tree lot, and Easter egg hunts.

Organization opening house for Ukrainian refugees displaced by war today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A new home for Ukrainian refugees opens Friday in St. Louis.'DePaul USA' began a fundraising campaign for the new home in April. Their 'St. Michael's House' is on south Grand. They bought and refurbished the property, and will offer language classes, employment services, and mentorship to refugees from Ukraine.The DePaul USA St. Louis director says the organization got a much-needed assist from area children. Missouri restaurant among TripAdvisor’s 25 best ‘hidden gems’ "There's a lot of people who will be who are celebrating at mass, director Rich Raplume explained. "Some of the people here are some young children who have been running a lemonade stand for the relief in Ukraine. Now, they are directing their proceeds to go to DePaul USA to help with St. Michael's Campaign."Once a family at St. Michael's House becomes self-sufficient, they'll be able to move out of the house and a new refugee family will move in.

Plea hearing today for St. Louis deputy charged with murder of carjacking suspect

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A St. Louis City sheriff's deputy, charged with second-degree murder, has a plea hearing scheduled Friday.A grand jury indicted James Buchanan for the shooting death of William Burgess in July 2020. Investigators say Buchanan saw Burgess carjack someone. He chased the stolen truck until it crashed, then chased Burgess into an alley, where he shot and killed him. St. Louis had only 2 officers for an entire district – Both called in sick Buchanan had been scheduled to go on trial last Monday, but the trial was canceled.

Madison County attorney using SAFE-T Act effort to lock up accused killer Michael Perham

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

MADISON COUNTY, Ill. - Madison County Illinois State's Attorney Tom Haine is trying something new with the state's new 'SAFE-T Act,' eliminating cash bail.He wants to use the law to lock up accused killer Michael Perham. Perham had been free on bail under the old system. He is charged in the murder of his girlfriend in a domestic dispute in Troy, Illinois earlier this month. Missouri restaurant among TripAdvisor’s 25 best ‘hidden gems’ The court hearing in the case is at 9:00 a.m. Friday.

St. Louis aldermen introducing firearm bills today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis aldermen are set to introduce more gun control bills at their meeting Friday.The bills would create the offenses of "unlawful possession of firearms" and "unlawful transfer of weapons." The bills grew out of recent situations where young people were seen openly carrying firearms downtown. St. Louis had only 2 officers for an entire district – Both called in sick Last week, aldermen introduced an ordinance to prohibit the open carrying of firearms without a concealed-carry permit.

Denver Health, rural Colorado hospitals that needed cash infusions are working toward financial recovery

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

Three Colorado hospitals that faced severe cash crunches in the last year are getting closer to financial recovery, but still need to make changes to be sustainable in the long term.Two of the hospitals are small rural facilities: St. Vincent Health in Leadville and Delta Health on the Western Slope. The third, Denver Health, is the city’s urban safety-net facility treating large numbers of uninsured people. All three received significant cash infusions to tide them over.The state legislature made a $5 million emergency appropriation in February to help stabilize Denver Health, which had seen its uncompensated care costs double since 2020 and lost more than $31 million on patient care in 2022. CEO Donna Lynne said the hospital was down to about 75 days’ worth of cash on hand, when a comfortable cushion would be about six months’ worth.Days cash on hand essentially refers to how long a hospital could cover its normal expenses if no reimbursement came in. While it...

CSU Rams vs. Utah Tech football: How to watch, storylines and staff predictions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:38 GMT

Colorado State (1-2) vs. Utah Tech (1-3)When/where: 5 p.m. Saturday/Canvas StadiumTV/Radio: Mountain West Network/1600 AM, 104.3 HD2BetMGM Line: No lineWeather: 79 degrees, mostly cloudyFive storylinesAir Raid, Part I: The wide-open passing game Jay Norvell promised back when he was hired in December 2021 has arrived. One of the primary reasons: The Rams offensive line is giving quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi time to throw. Through three games, the Rams have allowed just five sacks total, only one of which came in last week’s win over Middle Tennessee State. A year ago, the Rams had allowed five sacks before their first game was even finished.Air Raid, Part II: The end result of that protection? Fowler-Nicolosi is picking defenses apart. Through two starts, the redshirt freshman has thrown for 688 yards and five touchdowns, cementing himself as CSU’s starter. Fowler-Nicolosi is spreading the ball around, too. The pass-catching trio of receivers Tory Horton (104.3) a...