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Albany man arrested on drug charges following pursuit

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany man has been arrested on drug charges following a pursuit with police, according to the Albany County Sheriff's Office. Phillip Williams, 46, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On September 23, police conducted a traffic stop in Albany for vehicle and traffic law violations. Upon interviewing the driver, identified as Williams, deputies discovered that Williams was driving with a suspended license. After being asked to exit the vehicle, Williams reportedly fled the scene, and after being pursued by police, eventually crashed into a residence in the area of Livingston Avenue and North Manning Boulevard. He was then take into custody, and found to be in possession of a quantity of cocaine, MDMA and ketamine. Three arrested in Queensbury on larceny charges Williams was transported to Albany Medical Center to be treated for minor injuries stemming from the crash, where...

Dolphins 63, Broncos 13: Miami sets franchise record for most points in a game

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

Can the Broncos break their slow 0-2 start and win their first game in the Sean Payton era? Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.Live updatesFourth-quarter updatesChosen one (1:58 p.m.): Mike White finds Robbie Chosen, who beats Pat Surtain II, for a 68-yard touchdown. Miami 63, Denver 13 with 9:05 to go. — Joe NguyenAnother three-and-out (1:56 p.m.): Three plays for 7 yards for the Broncos’ latest drive. It results in another Riley Dixon punt. — Joe NguyenGame (1:50 p.m.): The Dolphins have gone to their backup quarterback, which means that only one Miami possession with Tua Tagovailoa failed to result in points, and none in a punt. Unbelievable. — Matt SchubertMike Purcell down (1:49 p.m.): When it rains, it pours. Broncos defensive tackle Mike Purcell is being helped off the field. — Joe NguyenThree and out (1:45 p.m.): Not a good drive by the offense. — Joe NguyenMc...

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ+ people

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several bills Saturday aimed at bolstering the state's protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a controversial veto that was criticized by advocates.The new laws include legislation that focuses on support for LGBTQ+ youth. One law sets timelines for required cultural competency training for public school teachers and staff, while another creates an advisory task force to determine the needs of LGBTQ+ students and help advance supportive initiatives. A third requires families to show that they can and are willing to meet the needs of a child in foster care regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. “California is proud to have some of the most robust laws in the nation when it comes to protecting and supporting our LGBTQ+ community, and we’re committed to the ongoing work to create safer, more inclusive spaces for all Californians,” Newsom said in a statement. “These measures will help protect v...

Tax deadline nearing for most Californians

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

The tax extension California residents in certain counties received due to the severe winter weather that plagued the state last year is quickly approaching.Californians who have yet to file their taxes have until Oct. 16 to do so, which is a few weeks away.The tax extension also applies to Californians who need to file federal business tax returns or make tax payments. Angelenos who make $70,000 a year are still considered ‘low-income’ Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the tax extension in March.“As communities across the state continue recovering from the damage caused by the winter storms, California is working swiftly to help recovering Californians get back on their feet,” Newsom said in a statement. “The state is aligning with the Biden Administration and extending the tax filing deadline in addition to the tax relief announced earlier this year.”Here is a list of the California counties that are eligible for the filing extension:AlamedaAlpineAmadorButteCalaverasColusaContra Costa...

Cal football: QB problem is one of “8,000 things” for Coach Justin Wilcox to fix

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

Cal’s play at quarterback remains an unresolved issue heading into next Saturday’s home game against Arizona State.But when Justin Wilcox and his coaching staff evaluate the Bears’ latest performance — a 59-32 loss at No. 8 Washington on Saturday night — that won’t be the only issue they hope to address.“There’s going to be 8,000 things,” Wilcox said, perhaps only exaggerating a bit. “We’re going to look for the things we can build upon. It’s hard to see those right now.”Cal (2-2) opened its final season in the Pac-12 with a resounding thud. The Bears, headed to the Atlantic Coast Conference next fall, were down 14-0 before Washington had even taken an offensive snap. They gave up a 45-yard pick-six by linebacker Edefaun Ulofoshio on their first possession, then an 83-yard punt return for a touchdown by Rome Odunze after their second time with the ball.“It’s as bad a start in a game I’ve ever been a part of,” linebacker Jackson Sirmon said.“We couldn’t gain a...

Flaring at the Martinez Refinery Friday night

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

Communities around the refinery in Martinez could see and hear flaring on Friday night, which often occurs when a refinery needs to burn off flammable gas due to pressure or other issues.The flaring could be seen from the I-680 Freeway and Marina Vista Avenue.“Flares are an essential part of a refinery’s integrated, engineered safety system. They are designed to safely manage excess combustible gasses by burning them off efficiently and effectively,” Martinez Refining Company spokesperson, Brandon Matson, said in a statement. “We apologize for impacting some of our neighbors and thank our employees who are safely responding to resolve the equipment issue that is causing the flaring.”Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Gas is rapidly approaching $6 in California Crime and Public Safety | Gas prices hit 2023 highs as oil stays hot Crime and Public Safety | High utility bills? California regulators must do more to protect consumers, audi...

Missing person reported in South Bay, last seen in Saratoga

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

(KRON) -- An adult was reported missing out of Saratoga, the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office said in a press release Sunday. Kelei "Jerry" Tang was last seen on Tuesday, Sept. 19 in the area of Juniper Lane.Tang, 27, is described to be 5-foot-8 and 136 pounds. Authorities said he was wearing a yellow Gap t-shirt. Tang is known to visit the area of Stevens Canyon and Montebello Road in Cupertino.(Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office)(Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office)(Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office)Tang is not known to be associated with any vehicles, the sheriff's office said. Anyone with information about Tang's location is asked to contact 408-299-2311 or 408-808-4431 if you want to remain anonymous. You can also email [email protected].

Britain’s Ainslie wins SailGP regatta. Team USA finishes third a day after a crewman was injured

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

Sir Ben Ainslie and Emirates Great Britain earned their second straight SailGP regatta win on Sunday and the United States finished third a day after flight controller Hans Henken was knocked unconscious and hospitalized after the squad’s 50-foot catamaran crashed hard off its foils in strong wind in Taranto, Italy.Ainslie prevailed over three-time defending SailGP champion Tom Slingsby of Team Australia and Jimmy Spithill of Team USA. The Americans subbed in Taylor Canfield for Henken, who was expected to spend a second night in the hospital.The wind dropped off during the podium race and the 16-minute time limit expired, so race management awarded final positions based on the standings after five fleet races, which Ainslie dominated with finishes of 2-2-3-1-2, with the Aussies second and Spithill third.“Clearly we were racing with a lot of purpose today,” said Spithill, who visited Henken in the hospital on Saturday night. “Without a doubt, this was the toughest event we’ve ...

El cantante Usher será el próximo intérprete del medio tiempo del Super Bowl LVIII

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

Usher tiene una nueva confesión: es su nuevo intérprete del medio tiempo del Super Bowl. La NFL y Apple Music anunciaron el domingo que el querido cantante de R&B ocuparía el tan esperado espacio del medio tiempo. La estrella de reality Kim Kardashian dio la noticia en un sketch usando la apertura de su video musical “Confessions, Pt. II”. “Finalmente obtuve la respuesta a esos rumores, no se trata de mí. Se trata de ti”, dice Kardashian. “Estás haciendo el Super Bowl”. ¿Cuánto dinero le pagaron a Rihanna por cantar 13 minutos en el Super Bowl? Uno por uno: los espectaculares comerciales emitidos durante el Super Bowl “Deja de jugar conmigo, hombre”, responde Usher en el clip reciclado.Raymond volvió a publicar el anuncio en X, la plataforma de redes sociales anteriormente conocida como Twitter, y en su propia publicación simplemente escribió: “LAS VEGAS. APPLE MUSIC HALFT...

Toronto eliminated, winless road streak hits 19 after 3-0 loss to NYCFC

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:05:40 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Andrés Perea scored in the 2nd minute, teenager Julián Fernández netted his first career goal and NYCFC eliminated Toronto FC from playoff contention with a 3-0 victory on Sunday.NYCFC (8-10-13) jumps over D.C. United into the ninth and final playoff spot with the regular season winding down. NYCFC has three matches remaining — one less than United.The season can’t end soon enough for Toronto (4-16-10). The club has lost eight straight on the road in all competitions, including six shutout losses in a row, and been outscored 24-1. Toronto has just four draws in its last 19 away matches in all competitions.Perea took a crossing pass from Santiago Rodríguez in the 2nd minute and scored his first goal of the season for NYCFC. Perea, who had one goal in eight appearances this season for Philadelphia, is on loan from the Union until the end of the season.NYCFC took a two-goal lead into halftime after Andres Jasson found the net for a third time this season, unassist...