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Saratoga County man charged with attempted robbery

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Saratoga County man has been arrested following an attempted robbery investigation, according to the Schenectady Police Department. Scott Vanbergen, 39, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On November 17, police responded to the Stewart's Shops on McClellan Street for a report of an activated panic alarm. Upon arrival, officers learned that a man had unsuccessfully attempted to steal the cash register before fleeing. Police determined that the suspect's vehicle description matched that of a car associated with multiple related incidents in Schenectady. Officers were able to locate the vehicle and attempted to stop it, but the driver, identified as Vanbergen, reportedly fled the scene before crashing into a vacant house on Summit Avenue. Accused kidnapper pleads not guilty to nine charges Police said that Vanbergen then fled on foot before being taken into custody with m...

Author speaking on Adirondack black history book

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Adirondack Park has a multifaceted history, from logging to hunting with influences across different cultures. A Saratoga Springs author is highlighting another role the region has had - as the home of a movement for racial justice. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Author Amy Godine will visit the Saratoga County History Center on Sunday, Nov. 19, to talk about "The Black Woods: Pursuing Racial Justice on the Adirondack Frontier." The book is a tome of history on the lives of black pioneers who came to the Adirondacks from the 1840s into the 1850s, seeking the property requirements New York demanded in order for black voters to be counted as citizens. Things to do in the North Country this weekend: Nov. 17-19 The talk will be held at 2 p.m., with light refreshments to be served and limited seating. Reservations are accepted online. "The Black Woods" is being published by Cornell University Pre...

Albany Airport shares travel advice ahead of Thanksgiving

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Albany International Airport announced they are preparing for what is expected to be one of the busiest Thanksgiving travel periods in the last several years. Ahead of the holiday, the airport is offering some advice to help ensure a smooth journey for anyone passing through Albany. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Starting this weekend, several thousand people are expected to be traveling through Albany Airport daily, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Anyone passing through Albany International should remember the following travel tips:Thanksgiving Travel AdviceArrive at the airport no less than two hours prior to your flight’s scheduled departure.Consider alternate transportation to and from the airport. Not having to find parking will save you time.Make sure to have all of your necessary documentation, such as identification and boarding pass. Review the TSA's list of pro...

Lost elk roams Illinois, report sightings to game warden

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

COULTERVILLE, Ill – There is a traveling elk on the loose who has been spotted near Springfield, Illinois. The timing couldn't be better—you can convince your children that it's one of Santa's reindeer now that it's here—but if you spot it, you should notify the game warden in your county immediately. According to Bond County game warden William Wichern, the elk's journey began near Coulterville, south of I-64. The latest report places it near Sangchris Lake in Springfield, Illinois.Hunters sent numerous pictures captured by deer cameras to the authorities. Both local and Illinois state police expressed concern when the elk crossed I-64 and I-70.The elk has since moved into a more rural area, away from densely populated regions, minimizing the likelihood of causing harm. The state police were worried about potential collisions on highways or interstates and the resulting damage.Wichern said, “But we've asked that if you see it, report it to us so we can keep track of it. We've had s...

Rollover crash at Vail Pass summit closes eastbound I-70

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

Interstate 70 eastbound is closed at the summit of Vail Pass due to a single-vehicle rollover that seriously injured at least one person, according to the Colorado State Patrol.Two people were injured in the crash, and at least one person sustained serious injuries, Master Trooper Gary Cutler said. A helicopter is en route to provide emergency medical transport.Related ArticlesTransportation | I-70 eastbound reopens at Floyd Hill after sun glare closure Transportation | Interstate 70 reopens at Vail Pass after crash Transportation | Interstate 70 bridge construction in Wheat Ridge wraps up Transportation | Colorado Department of Transportation project aims to reduce I-70 closures near the tunnels this winter Transportation | I-70 westbound reopened at Vail Pass Summit after crash closed roadway One lane of westbound I-70 is also closed, the Colorado State Patrol posted on X at 12:24 p.m. Drivers should e...

DIA, TSA prepares for busy Thanksgiving travel season

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

Denver International Airport and the Transportation Security Administration are preparing for a busy couple of weeks as Thanksgiving travel picks up.From Friday, Nov. 17 to Monday, Nov. 27, TSA in a news release said it expects to screen nearly 800,000 passengers through DIA checkpoints, a 13% increase from 2022.“In preparation for the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, TSA has been working with our airport and airline partners at DEN to develop a comprehensive plan that ensures we will be ready for the increase in departing travelers who need to be screened,” TSA Federal Security Director for Colorado Larry Nau stated in the release. “Our TSA officers will be working extended shifts and be joined by national TSA staffing resources so we can keep the security lanes open and operations going smoothly.”The three busiest days at the Denver airport during the Thanksgiving travel period are projected to be the Tuesday and Wednesday prior to Thanksgiving and the Sunday ...

Officials don't know how thousands of African migrants end up in Tijuana

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

SAN DIEGO (Border Report) -- Officials in Tijuana say they are baffled as they try to figure out how thousands of migrants from Africa keep showing up in their region.Enrique Lucero, head of Tijuana's Migrant Affairs Office, says they've yet to find out who is bringing the Africans to Tijuana or how they are getting here. El Salvador slaps a $1,130 fee on African and Indian travelers as US pressures it to curb migration "The flow is constant, and we don't know how they make their way here," said Lucero. "There is no register at the airport or bus stations."Lucero made these comments while discussing the recent death of a migrant man from West Africa who died while attempting to cross into the U.S. on Wednesday morning. The victim was part of a group that rushed its way north of the border in what has been described as a "stampede" along the Tijuana River channel. Migrant dies during ‘stampede’ into the US The man was found dead downstream on U.S. soil. ...

Man Dies in Motorcycle Accident on Highway 1 [Santa Cruz, CA]

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

62-Year-Old Los Gatos Man Pronounced Dead after Motorcycle Collision near Dimeo LaneSANTA CRUZ, CA (November 17, 2023) – One 62-year-old man died Saturday afternoon in a motorcycle collision on Highway 1 near Dimeo Lane.Dispatchers received calls around 2:04 p.m., near the Wilder Ranch State Park between Santa Cruz and Davenport.Officers say the rider of a red 2008 Victory Vision motorcycle struck a white 2003 Toyota Tundra pickup-truck. However, further circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear. Investigators also say both vehicles were heading south.Medical personnel later pronounced the motorcyclist deceased, due to the extent of his condition. Moreover, the driver and the passenger inside the Tacoma remained uninjuredAt this time, crews do not suspect that alcohol or drugs played a factor. Once available, further details will be provided.The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased man who are grieving over...

Man Fatally Struck in Bicycle Collision on Wible Road [Bakersfield, CA]

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

One Pronounced Dead after Bicycle Accident near Planz RoadBAKERSFIELD, CA (November 17, 2023) – One man died Tuesday afternoon in a bicycle crash on Wible Road and Planz Road. Officers arrived to the scene around 3:00 p.m., after receiving multiple dispatch calls in the area.Per reports, the unidentified female driver of a vehicle struck an adult male bicyclist near the intersection. First responders located the man riding the bicycle down on the road with life-threatening injuries upon arrival.Paramedics transported the victim to a nearby hospital where he later died. Although, authorities have not yet released their identity.Meanwhile, the woman driving the sedan remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Once available, more details will be provided.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of the deceased man.Losing a loved one on a bicycle collision ...

Holiday movies 2023: Here’s what’s coming, from naughty to nice

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:57:55 GMT

No matter what your cinematic mood might be from now till the end of December, Hollywood’s got you covered.In need of some romance? Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell hope to make hearts swell as squabbling wedding guests who, of course, develop an eventual soft spot for each other  in “Anyone But You.”Prefer a good cry? Filmmaker Andrew Haigh aims to make even the most cynical moviegoer weep buckets when watching “All of Us Strangers,” starring Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal.Hankering for a bloody revenge flick? Veteran action director John Woo’s got shootouts galore in “Silent Night,” starring an acting-his-heart-out Joel Kinnaman.Yes, the Hollywood elves are back on the job and working overtime stuffing movie stockings with heart-warmers, heartbreakers, Oscar hopefuls and even a blockbuster or two.So we’ve made a list of the cinematic goodies coming out from Dec. 1 till the end of the year, and then checking it twice.Note: Some major Netflix releases — Todd Haynes black dramedy “...