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Saratoga County launches DWI-Ignition Interlock Enforcement

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Saratoga County has been selected as a recipient of a $35,000 state grant that will be used to enforce New York's DWI-Ignition Interlock Device Enforcement Initiative. The program is designed to prevent convicted drunk drivers from driving impaired in the future. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The interlock devices are installed on the ignition and can detect the presence of alcohol. Operators will have to blow into the devices, and if alcohol is detected, the device will prevent the ignition from starting.“In Saratoga County, we have zero tolerance for those who break the law," said Michael H. Zurlo, Saratoga County Sheriff. Yet, even with some of the toughest state DWI laws in the nation, there are still irresponsible individuals who try to circumvent using a court-ordered ignition interlock device, posing a threat to everyone who shares our roadways." NYS OGS holds inaugural electric ve...

Pretzel bun sandwich eatery opens in the Wilton Mall

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Salty Buns, a pretzel bun sandwich restaurant, officially opened on June 1 in the Wilton Mall. Opening a restaurant has always been a dream for owner Alison Packer and her husband Jon Locke. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "We've always wanted to get into the restaurant industry. We wanted to set ourselves out and be unique," said Locke. "Well, there's one thing that we both love and it's pretzel buns."There's no other place to go and get a bunch of different sandwiches on pretzel buns, said Locke. They've only been open a few days, but Locke said they've received a ton of support from the community so far. The restaurant's goal is to always achieve their guests expectations, he said. Schenectady’s Mexican Radio closes after 9 years Packer and Locke are from Saratoga County and knew this is where they wanted to open a restaurant. Packer used to be a nurse, while Locke is a veteran. Their employees...

NYS OGS holds inaugural electric vehicle event

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New York State held its inaugural electric vehicle fleet event on the Empire State Plaza. The showcase gives state workers an opportunity to see different electric cars and how to convert an electric vehicle fleet. Jeanette Moy, OGS Commissioner said this year’s event is all about educating people about E-V resources and infrastructure.  Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Making sure people know what kind of cars are out there and reduce any sort of anxiety you might have about switching those cars," Moy said. "A lot of people talk about range anxiety but most of the trips we are making don’t require the types of charging where you’ve got to fill up your battery for the whole way.” The event is part of the state’s sustainability and decarbonization program to convert all light-duty state vehicles to zero emissions vehicles by 2035. 

Man hurt in garage collapse in Jefferson County

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. - One man was hurt after a garage collapse Tuesday morning in Jefferson County. The collapse happened around 10 a.m. Tuesday in the 62000 block of Ruble Lane in Cedar Hill.The victim is being rushed to a hospital for treatment. His injuries are considered moderate, but non-life-threatening, according to Cedar Hill Fire Chief Mick Fischer. Missouri governor denies clemency for man facing execution today Fischer tells FOX 2 the victim recently purchased the property that collapsed. He was in the process of evaluating the house and garage in an anticipation of demolishing the propertyWhile working on the garage, the roof collapsed on the victim. No one else was hurt or inside during the collapse. The situation was described earlier in the morning as a "major rescue" situation. The High Ridge Fire Department and other agencies responded to the situation. Missouri governor denies clemency for man facing execution today SkyFOX, powered by Bommarito Automotive ...

10 Southern California restaurants to be honored by Michelin Guide

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

Good news, foodies: The Michelin Guide has identified 10 Southern California restaurants that will be honored at next month's Michelin Guide Ceremony.The celebrated spots include four restaurants in Los Angeles, three in Orange County, two in Santa Monica and one in San Diego, the Michelin Guide said in a news release. Los AngelesCentro Pasta Bar's dishes earned it recognition from the Michelin Guide. (Cento Pasta Bar)Cento Pasta Bar This West Adams restaurant, once a pop-up, serves contemporary Italian food by chef Avner Levi. "As the name suggests, pasta takes center stage," the Michelin inspector wrote.Villa’s Tacos The inspector highlighted the restaurant's signature queso taco, as well as a variety of meats and vegan options. "Colorful, messy and filling, these tacos thrive on their own but also sing with the homemade salsas, some of which are ferociously spicy," the inspector wrote.DunsmoorDunsmoor serves Southern-inspired food that is largely cooked in "two ferocious ovens [t...

Several hundred homes could rise at site of closed San Jose casino

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

SAN JOSE — Several hundred homes could rise at the site of a shuttered casino and hofbrau in San Jose, a proposal that represents the latest attempt to craft a viable plan to redevelop the prime location.The proposed development is being eyed at a 10.3-acre location near the corner of Saratoga Avenue and Kiely Boulevard in San Jose, according to documents on file with city planners.The potential development site is the location of the now-closed Garden City Casino, a long-time gambling center; Harry’s Hofbrau, a popular restaurant; and other businesses.The San Jose site has addresses of 360 and 400 Saratoga Avenue, the city documents show.The structures on the property would be bulldozed to clear the way for the anticipated development.About 1,000 residential units would be built on the property, according to what is described as a preliminary proposal that’s being floated at San Jose City Hall.Boarded up site of the former Harry’s Hofbrau on Saratoga Avenue ...

Photos: Steph Curry surprises fans at San Jose Giants game

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry made a surprise appearance at a  San Jose Giants game Saturday.Enjoyed having #30 in the today! pic.twitter.com/EO9q4SeH5E— San Jose Giants (@SJGiants) June 5, 2023The San Jose Giants are the Single-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants and play at Excite Ballpark.30's always repping the Bay. Stephen spent his weekend cheering on the @SJGiants #BayAreaUnite pic.twitter.com/wTxPxZuOoA— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) June 6, 2023Curry’s appearance revved up the crowd and the team. He’s a big baseball fan, attending Giants and A’s games in the past.OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – JULY 27, 2022: Ayesha Curry and her husband Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry (30) throw out the first pitch before the Oakland Athletics game against the Houston Astros at the Coliseum in Oakland, Calif., on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. The Currys were at the A’s for their Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Grou...

South Bay violent crime spree: Authorities identify three people killed last week

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

SAN JOSE — Less than a week after the violent South Bay crime spree that left three dead and several others injured on Thursday, the three deceased victims have been identified.The Santa Clara County Office of the Medical Examiner-Coroner identified the victims Tuesday morning. They are Nguyen Pham, 72, of San Jose; Phuc Pham, 71, of San Jose; and Jiwanjot Dhariwal, 26, of Milpitas,Authorities said a 31-year-old San Jose man committed multiple stabbings, carjackings and vehicular assaults during the rampage, which began just after 3 p.m. Friday in San Jose. The suspect, Kevin Parkourana, was arrested about three hours later near the scene of the final attack, in Milpitas.The Phams, a married couple,were killed just after 4 p.m. outside of their downtown San Jose home when the suspect allegedly ran them over in an SUV he had carjacked less than an hour earlier. They were outside admiring the new paint job on their home when they were hit, a family member told the Bay Area News Group....

Former Bay Area anchor Frank Somerville arrested twice in one night, Berkeley

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

(KRON) -- Former Bay Area news anchor Frank Somerville was arrested twice in the East Bay overnight for alcohol-related charges, the Berkeley Police Department has confirmed to KRON4. Gunman opens fire on Oakland carjackers The first arrest came after police were called to respond to a family altercation on Indian Rock Avenue. The home is owned by Somerville's brother, BPD said. Police were told that a man at the residence was being detained after a fight. The man being detained was later identified as Somerville, and police determined he was intoxicated at the time. Police said the family asked Somerville to leave and he refused, and that's when he allegedly threatened a victim at the scene, which then led to the fight. Both parties suffered non-life threatening injuries, and the victim had a contusion on his right cheek, BPD said. Somerville was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats, public intoxication, assault and a probation violation. He was then taken to the Berkeley J...

Delaware Supreme Court upholds judge’s finding that Tesla acquisition of Solar City was fair

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:09:23 GMT

DOVER, Del. (AP) — Delaware’s Supreme Court has upheld a judge’s decision in favor of Tesla CEO Elon Musk in a lawsuit challenging the electric car maker’s $2.4 billion acquisition of a solar panel company founded by two of his cousins.The court on Tuesday rejected arguments from a group of Tesla shareholders that a Chancery Court judge erred in finding that Tesla’s deal to acquire SolarCity in 2016 was “entirely fair.” The judge made that determination even while finding that the process by which Tesla’s board of directors negotiated and recommended the deal to shareholders was “far from perfect.”While noting errors in the trial court’s fair price analysis, and agreeing that the deal process was not “pitch perfect,” the justices said the record is replete with factual findings and credibility determinations indicating that the acquisition was “entirely fair.”“We are convinced, after a thorough review of the extensive trial record, that the trial court’s decision i...