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Bethesda House expands to Cara House, filling increased need

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A new homeless shelter and supportive housing center is now open. The grand opening follows a push to build more affordable housing in the city and provide resources to help people find housing. Cara House holds 26 supportive apartments, including 10 units for the chronically homeless and 16 emergency shelter beds. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We’ve seen an increase in the unhoused population, especially single adults," Kimarie Sheppard, Executive Director of Bethesda House, said. "We have a HUD-funded coordinated entry program and right now sitting on that waitlist is over 200 single adults and about 50 families that are homeless.” The shelter increases Bethesda House's current capacity, expanding the organization's resources to assist people without homes and formerly incarcerated individuals. “We have a home connections, which is case management, that works with them as immediate as possibl...

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: December 1-3

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From the Troy Victorian Stroll to the New York State Tree Lighting and Fireworks Celebration to the Jonas Brothers at MVP Arena, there are quite a few things happening on December 1, 2, and 3. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, December 1Opening day of the Empire State Plaza ice rink, Empire State Plaza in Albany, noon to 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.Albany Tree Lighting, Academy Park in Albany, 5 p.m.Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting, village of Ballston Spa, 6:30 p.m.Holiday Tree Lighting, Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont, 6 p.m.Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, Park Square in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 6 p.m.Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on theREP website.Saratoga Festival of Trees, Saratoga Springs City Center, 3 p.m. to 8 p....

Shannen Doherty reveals heartbreaking cancer news

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

(WJW) – Shannen Doherty shared heartbreaking news about her fight with cancer in an interview with PEOPLE. The actress said that stage 4 breast cancer has spread to her bones. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Doherty, 52, was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. After a mastectomy and chemotherapy, she went into remission. But the cancer returned in 2019. Doherty announced her diagnosis of metastatic stage 4 cancer in 2020.Earlier this year, she said the cancer had spread to her brain. A tumor on her brain was removed. The “Beverly Hills 90210” and “Charmed” star said she’s still undergoing treatment. Women’s Health Wednesday: Lung Cancer “I don’t want to die,” she said in a recent interview with PEOPLE. “I’m not done with living. I’m not done with loving. I’m not done with creating. I’m not done with hopefully changing things for the better. I’m just not—I’m not done.”She continued, “When you ask yourself, ‘Why me? Why...

Bridge girder damage delays I-55 reconstruction

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The northbound section of Interstate 55 over the Union Pacific Railroad bridge, just south of Loughborough Avenue, is experiencing a delay in construction due to damage to the girders on the bridge. MoDOT planned to remove and replace the existing surface of the bridge. But they would like to keep the bridge girders in place to support the new driving surface. Contractor crews damaged several of the girders while removing the surface of the bridge. Some of the girders will be replaced, and some will be repaired.The city of St. Louis is rebuilding 13 bridges on I-55 along the corridor as part of a $63 million project between Lindbergh and I-44. In 2022, they started working on the north portion of the project, and in March 2023, they began working on the bridges between the River Des Peres and Loughborough. Tow truck operator killed in Illinois served as volunteer firefighter Once MoDOT and the contractor develop a full scope of repairs and order the new girders, the d...

Creve Coeur police department joins the 'Duck, Duck, Jeep' trend

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

CREVE COEUR, Mo – The Creve Coeur Police Department recently shared a photo of a Lego duck. In the accompanying post, an officer remarked, "Not a Jeep, but this did make us smile," referencing the viral trend known as "duck, duck, Jeep."The phenomenon began around 2020, with Allison Parliament claiming to have initiated it at a gas station. The trend, now dubbed "ducking Jeeps" or "duck, duck Jeep" on social media, has gained widespread popularity.The game involves taking a rubber duck, attaching a note, and placing it on a Jeep. Since its inception, the trend has spread from Canada to the United States, evolving into more elaborate displays over the past three years.The primary objective of this lighthearted trend is to bring joy to others. Jeep owners participate by leaving rubber ducks on fellow Jeep vehicles as a surprise.If you discover a duck on your Jeep, capture a photo and share it on your social media accounts with the hashtags #duckduckjeep or #duckjeep. Afterward, displa...

Police: St. Louis carjacking suspect wanted, rode Metro bus just before

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Authorities are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a man's car in St. Louis shortly after he hopped off a Metro bus. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department released several surveillance photos of the wanted suspect on Thursday. The suspect, a man, is accused in a carjacking from Nov. 17 in the 3200 block of South Kingshighway Boulevard. Authorities are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a man's car in St. Louis shortly after he hopped off a Metro bus. (Photos provided by: St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department)Authorities are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a man's car in St. Louis shortly after he hopped off a Metro bus. (Photos provided by: St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department)Authorities are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a man's car in St. Louis shortly after he hopped off a Metro bus. (Photos provided by: St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department)Authorities are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a ma...

New form reports Illinois government corruption

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. -- Illinois State Police have a new online form for the public to report suspected corruption. It allows anyone to confidentially share information about possible corruption, such as officials steering contracts or embezzling funds.The online form is specifically for reporting suspected public corruption, simplifying the reporting process for individuals unsure of which law enforcement agency to contact. Investigators will review submissions and determine the appropriate agency for the tip.Report corruption in Illinois hereThe statewide Special Investigative Unit was established in 2020 and focuses on public corruption crimes, investigating misconduct by elected officials at various government levels. Since its inception, the SIU has opened 82 cases, collaborating with federal agencies.In a case involving a former township road commissioner, the SIU uncovered theft and official misconduct allegations. The commissioner misused the township credit card for personal e...

Broncos’ Week 15 matchup against Lions to be played in prime time

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

Denver’s Week 15 matchup against the Detroit Lions will be played Saturday, Dec. 16 at 6:15 MT on NFL Network, the league announced Thursday.This will be the Broncos’ fourth prime-time game of the season. Their home game against the New England Patriots on Christmas Eve will also be under the bright lights.Denver’s trip to Detroit will conclude a three-game road trip that starts Sunday afternoon against the Houston Texans.Lutz named AFC Special Teams Player of the Month: Broncos’ Wil Lutz was named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Month for November, becoming the first Denver kicker to do so since Brandon McManus in 2015.In November, Lutz made all 11 of his field goal attempts, while accounting for 36 points. He was 4-for-4 on attempts from at least 40 yards and 1-for-1 from past the 50.Lutz, who was traded from New Orleans before the start of the season, has played a key role in Denver’s five-game win streak. In Week 10 against the Buffalo Bills, he converted the game-winn...

4 skiers caught in avalanche near Marble Peak avoid serious injuries

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

Four skiers caught in an avalanche near Marble Peak on Saturday escaped without any serious injuries.Related ArticlesColorado News | Avalanche keeps rolling with workmanlike 3-1 win against Flames Colorado News | Avalanche Journal: Cale Makar’s peers agree. Colorado defenseman “is just on another level” Colorado News | How the trio of “Jersey boys” have bonded on and off the ice for the Avalanche Colorado News | Kurtis MacDermid’s goal lifts Avalanche over Wild 3-2 Colorado News | Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard enters players’ assistance program, cites mental health issues that led to alcohol abuse A group of nine backcountry skiers and snowboarders intended to ski north-facing slopes on Raspberry Ridge near Marble when one of the skiers triggered an avalanche while descending the slope, according to the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC). Three skiers ha...

A 34-story building, slated to be the tallest in the city, could be built in West Hollywood

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:33:24 GMT

A new high-rise development, slated to be the tallest building in the city, could be coming to West Hollywood should city officials approve the proposed project.The new development would be a 34-story building and be a mixture of apartments, commercial space and parking, according to the project’s initial study. The building would be 352 feet tall. California to spend $300 million to clear homeless encampments near highways The plans call for about 514 apartments, 30,000 square feet of commercial space and a 674-spot parking garage. About 128 apartment units would be set aside for affordable and workforce housing. About 179 studio units, 247 one-bedroom units and 88 two-bedroom units will be built, according to the report.Concept rendering of the proposed building in West Hollywood. (CIM Group) Concept rendering of the proposed building in West Hollywood. (CIM Group) A concept rendering of the ground enterance for the propsed project (CIM Group) Project plans also call for two ou...