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Untested rookie Jaren Hall is suddenly the Vikings’ true backup quarterback

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

Vikings rookie quarterback Jaren Hall has benefited from a gradual ramp-up to start his NFL career.After learning the nuances of playing the position in training camp, Hall served as the emergency quarterback for the Vikings through the first month of this season. That gave him a taste of what to expect at the highest level while keeping him insulated behind both starting quarterback Kirk Cousins and backup quarterback Nick Mullens.That’s no longer the case as Hall is suddenly the true backup quarterback on the roster. He stepped into the role last week with Mullens working through a back injury that has since landed him on injured reserve. As a result, Hall is now the cliched one snap away from being thrust into action should anything happen to Cousins.How much does that change things for Hall? Not much.“You always try to be prepared regardless of the depth chart,” Hall said. “That’s kind of how I’ve always approached the game.”Though head ...

New legislation introduced to make social media safer for children

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--- According to the U.S. Surgeon General, teens using social media more than 3 hours a day are twice as likely to experience depression and anxiety."Social media is causing damage to countless kids today," said Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday.New legislation introduced in New York would prohibit minors from being exposed to addictive feeds, which state leaders say are personalized to keep people on social media longer."You don’t ask for this content. It finds its way to you by very sophisticated ways," Hochul explained.The legislation would also allow parents to choose whether or not their children access social media and receive notifications between the hours of midnight and 6am.Dr. Jim Saperstone said it’s important for parents to be involved and to talk to their children about social media."I think what they need to do is really be aware of who they are talking to and what’s going on, and to check their security settings, because they’re are some securit...

Hurley stabbing suspect arraigned for attempted murder

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Kingston man has been arraigned by an Ulster County Grand Jury in connection to a stabbing case in February. Mainor Sagastume, 33, faces charges of attempted murder in the second degree, first-degree and second-degree assault, stalking in the second degree, and two counts of stalking in the fourth degree. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, Sagastume stabbed a victim multiple times in the Town of Hurley on February 11. The victim sustained critical injuries and was administered lifesaving treatment by personnel from the Ulster County Sheriff's Office. Sagastume was remanded to the Ulster County Jail without bail. The case is being prosecuted by ADA Tara Waters. The defendant is represented by the Ulster County Public Defender’s Office. 

Volunteers needed to help clean up Glens Falls

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This month, the city of Glens Falls is cleaning up the streets - and help is needed. Volunteers are being sought for Glens Falls Cleanup Day on Saturday, Oct. 21.From 9 to 11 a.m., volunteers of all ages will sweep, rake, and pick up trash around the sidewalks of downtown Glens Falls. Many supplies will be provided, including rakes, shovels, garbage bags, rubber gloves, hand sanitizer, and masks. Volunteers are asked to bring their own pairs of work gloves. Refreshments will also be provided.Cleanup starts at 9 a.m. Volunteers can meet at the Ridge Street parking lot next to Glens Falls City Hall. Glens Falls Cleanup Day is held twice a year. No signup is required, but those who plan to make it can RSVP online through the Downtown Glens Falls Facebook page, in order to help organizers get a head count.

Pine Hollow Arboretum to host fall fundraiser

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

SLINGERLANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Pine Hollow Arboretum announced they will be hosting "Autumn In the Arboretum", a fall fundraiser. The event is scheduled for October 21. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The celebration will feature tours, a birds of prey exhibit by Whispering Willow Wildcare and live music performed by Ryan Leddick. The day will also be filled with fun fall activities, including pumpkin painting, crafts and a treats station with cider donuts, s'mores and hot cider. Pine Hollow Arboretum is located at 34 Pine Hollow Road in Slingerlands. You can purchase Autumn In the Arboretum tickets through the Eventbrite website.

Indoor pickleball facility to open in Latham

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The pickleball craze is sweeping the nation, and the Capital Region, with a new indoor facility opening in Latham on Oct. 20. True Pickleball has six full-size courts, a pro-shop and cabanas tucked into a 20,000 sq. ft. building. The club will offer lessons and tournaments for more people to get involved in the sport. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “Pickle ball is the fastest growing sport in America," Mike Bibbo, Co-Owner, said. "If you haven’t heard of it, you will now. Think of this as something like a semi-private golf course, there’s nothing like it in the Capital Region.” Memberships are already available, more information can be found here.

Man busted trying to cash in stolen lottery tickets in south St. Louis County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man is behind bars after he was busted trying to cash in stolen lottery tickets in south St. Louis County, tickets he allegedly acquired through a series of burglaries. Prosecutors have charged Armando Sheti, 27, with four counts of second-degree burglary and four counts of stealing in connection with the investigation. Investigators say Sheti is linked to burglaries at several businesses near Union Road between Sept. 9 and Oct. 5 this year. He reportedly took off with cash or lottery tickets at least four times in recent weeks. Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked Police say an undisclosed amount of lottery tickets were stolen during the early-morning hours of Oct. 5 at Europe Grocery Store. Sheti later tried to cash in those tickets at an undisclosed location, and police caught the transactions on video, leading to his arrest. The St. Louis County Police Department says Sheti also admitted to burglaries at Tu...

Illinois 'Up' house blocked by high-rises on 4 sides

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – There's a mystery around a house that has somehow found itself encircled by tall city buildings on all four sides. This home is situated at 509 ½ Green Street in Champaign, Illinois.A photo via Google Earth visually illustrates the house's peculiar placement.The house is in Campustown, serving as a lasting reminder of what remains of a once-residential neighborhood. In 2013, when businesses at the corner of Sixth and Green streets were demolished to make way for a new high-rise apartment complex, a hidden standalone house was revealed.The removal of these commercial structures was part of the preparations for the forthcoming apartment complex. The house served as an apartment building for decades. However, in 2013, the Champaign Fire Department declared the house unsafe due to its confinement between four high-rise buildings and its sole access point being a narrow alleyway.A view from Google Earth shows the house's peculiar placement and the potential fire safety ...

Illinois man charged with arson after argument

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

O'FALLON, Ill. – First responders were called to a residential fire in the 1500 block of English Pine around 1 a.m. Sunday. They discovered that one side of the duplex was on fire.  Investigators believe it was intentionally set. There were no injuries, and it was determined that the duplex was unoccupied at the time. Delfred D. Jones, 27, was arrested that Sunday evening. Detectives learned that the residents of the duplex and Jones had met just a few hours before the fire. The resident had invited Delfred back to the apartment.  Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked The fire was started later, during a disagreement between the two individuals inside the duplex. Detectives do not believe anyone was inside when the fire started. The St. Clair County State's Attorney's Office charged Jones with arson Tuesday, and he is currently being held in the St. Clair County Jail pending additional court proceedings. 

Illinois man pleads guilty to making false statements to get COVID-19 relief money

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:39 GMT

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- A Peoria man pleaded guilty Thursday to allegations he improperly received COVID-relief money through the Paycheck Protection Program.In March, Shon Smith, 33, was charged in U.S. District Court in Peoria with one count each of mail fraud, wire fraud, and making a false statement regarding a scheme to illegally obtain PPP money from June 2020 through June 2021. Peoria man sentenced to year in prison for PPP fraud But on Thursday, he pleaded guilty to the false statement charge in the courtroom of U.S. District Judge James Shadid, a felony that could send him to prison for up to five years. He will remain free on bond pending his sentencing in February, according to court records.In his indictment, he's alleged to have obtained money from Indiana through unemployment insurance by claiming he was a painter. He also claimed, the indictment stated, he was a barber and made $160,000 a year to get PPP money.Smith got a $20,833 PPP loan in May 2021 and then tried a...