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In rubble beneath I-95 collapse in Philadelphia, investigators looking for truck fire's cause

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

State and federal investigators were trying to find out Monday why a tanker fire collapsed a section of the East Coast’s main north-south highway, throwing hundreds of thousands of morning commutes into chaos and disrupting commerce for untold numbers of businesses.Interstate 95 will be closed in both directions for weeks at the start of summer travel season. Motorists should expect extensive delays and street closures, and avoid the northeast corner of the sixth-largest city in the country, transportation officials said. The accident also disrupted the car route from Canada to Florida through the Boston, New York and Washington metropolitan areas, increasing Americans' dependence on air travel and the interstate rail network.Pennsylvania Transportation Secretary Michael Carroll said the I-95 segment carries roughly 160,000 vehicles per day and was likely the busiest interstate in Pennsylvania.Sunday morning's fire sent plumes of black smoke into the air. The northbound lanes collap...

Tour boat capsizes inside New York cave

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A tour boat capsized Monday while inside Lockport Cave with passengers onboard, according to local police.It was not immediately clear if anyone was injured or how the boat capsized. The Lockport Cave is located east of Niagara Falls and northeast of Buffalo, New York.Tours have been conducted inside the cave system, which was created roughly 150 years ago, since 1977. The water in the cave itself is roughly 4 to 6 feet deep, according to a 2021 story about the cave by Nexstar's WIVB.Multiple agencies were responding to assist Monday. The streets surrounding the Lockport Cave were also closed.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Take a look at Chicago's weekend in sports

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

CHICAGO — The second weekend of June featured some heartbreak on the south side, a near no-no for the Cubs out west, along with a rough weekend for Chicago's WNBA squad and soccer teams. Here's a wrap-up of what happened in Chicago sports this weekend.(Photo by Brandon Vallance/Getty Images)Kyle Hendricks had the highlight of the weekend in what was a more positive than negative end to the Cubs' 10-game west coast road trip on Saturday.The pitcher had a no-hitter through 7 2/3 innings before Mitch Haniger's double broke up the veteran's attempt for his first career "no-no." It was still a positive effort for Hendricks, who allowed just one hit with three strikeouts compared to one walk over eight shutout innings and 94 pitches.That came after a 3-2 win over the Giants on Friday, which featured another Marcus Stroman quality start, to give the Cubs the series win, though they lost the chance to finish their road trip with a .500 record with a 13-3 loss Sunday.After a 4-6 road trip th...

Gov. Abbott to sign bills about 'parent empowerment'

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas governor will hold an event at the Capitol Monday afternoon to sign what he called "key parent empowerment legislation" into law. Gov. Greg Abbott's office did not share in advance which specific bills these would include, but a state lawmaker's tweet this weekend provided a clue about one of the proposals that may get the governor's signature. TxTag, lawmakers resolve some tolling problems. What comes next? Rep. Jared Patterson, R-Frisco, posted on his Twitter account about legislation he introduced this session that "becomes the law of the land" on Monday. Many speculated on social media he meant House Bill 900, which aims to keep sexually explicit material out of school libraries, because Patterson wrote, "They called us Nazi book burners." Throughout the session this year, opponents of this legislation said it amounted to book banning in schools and would target materials with themes about the LGBTQ+ community or people of color. However, supporters o...

Lineup announced for Johnstown's Midsummer concert series

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Johnstown Arts & Music has announced the lineup for the sixth annual Johnstown Midsummer Concert Series. The concerts take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Charles Jenner Bandshell on West Main Street. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! LineupJuly 13: Stretchin' the TruthJuly 20: The Swingin' PalmsJuly 27: The Rubber BandAugust 3: Caroga Lake Music FestivalAugust 10: Organ FairchildThe shows are free and open to everyone. In case of rain, the concerts will take place in St. John's Episcopal Church.

Grafton man faces arson, reckless endangerment charges

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

GRAFTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Grafton man is in custody following an investigation into a fire that started on NY State Route 2. Paul R. Coleman, 61, is facing charges of third-degree arson and reckless endangerment in the first degree. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to police, Coleman allegedly set fire to a detached garage adjacent to his apartment building. The garage was determined a total loss. The fire spread to the apartment building, however, all residents were able to evacuate without injury.Coleman was arraigned on June 9 and remanded to the Rensselaer County Jail without bail. A full stay-away order of protection has been issued on behalf of all occupants who were present at the time of the fire.

#ScarlettSundays for sheltered dog of 3 years

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

MENANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society has started a new campaign called #ScarlettSundays, an initiative where they'll post new content of Scarlett, a friendly dog who's been with the shelter going on three years. Scarlett has now been available at the shelter for 858 days. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Scarlett is three years old, weighs 84 pounds, and loves people. She is energetic but also loves leisurely walks where she can sniff wherever she pleases. According to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, she is a very smart, food-motivated girl who is also sensitive and may be better off around adults. She can be very enthusiastic and is looking for a stable environment. If you are interested in adopting Scarlett, email [email protected] or call (518) 434-8128.

Sal Vulcano performing at Albany Funny Bone

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Funny Bone has announced they will be hosting comedian and "Impractical Jokers" star Sal Vulcano. The first performance is scheduled for August 25. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The New York stand-up comedian has starred on the hidden camera improv show Impractical Jokers since 2011. The show features the comedy troupe "The Tenderloins", composed of Vulcano, James "Murr" Murray, Brian Quinn and formerly Joe Gatto. Vulcano founded the No Presh Network in 2020. He is the host of the "Hey Babe!" podcast alongside comedian Chris Distefano, as well the "Taste Buds" podcast alongside comedian Joe DeRosa. Troy’s Summer Square concert lineup announced The Funny Bone will host Vulcano for a total of 4 performances. There will be two shows on August 25 at 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., and two shows on August 26 at 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. The Albany Funny Bone is located within Crossgates Mall at 1 Cr...

Church roof collapses during fire in Warrenton

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

WARRENTON, Mo. - Firefighters from 11 jurisdictions responded to help contain and extinguish a church fire in Warrenton early Monday morning.The Warrenton Fire Protection District received word just before 4:55 a.m. about smoke emitting from the Abundant Life Church, located off the Northwest Service Road, just west of State Route W.Firetrucks arrived at 5:05 a.m. and saw smoke and a glow coming from inside the facility. ‘Worst roads in America’ : St. Louis man makes viral videos in push for change Crews used thermal imaging and located what appeared to be a living area. Firefighters searched the room, but found no one. Flames and heat prevented firefighters from accessing the house of worship at other points.The church was fully engulfed minutes later, with the roof collapsing shortly after firefighters exited the building for a second time.No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Guilty plea: Pagedale man admits killing girlfriend in 2019

Published Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:24 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A Pagedale man appeared in St. Louis County Circuit Court last week and pleaded guilty to the 2019 shooting death of his domestic partner.Officers with the Pagedale Police Department were called to a home in the 1500 block of Engelholm Avenue around 8 a.m. on July 30, 2019. Witnesses reported hearing a pop coming from a bedroom inside the home.Officers arrived at the home and found the body Delores Kirk in the bedroom. She'd been shot in the head and was pronounced dead at the scene. She was 58.Police took Kirk's boyfriend, Jurvan Butler, 51, into custody at the scene. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Witnesses told investigators they saw Butler standing over Kirk's body after the shooting, and another person in the...