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Pilot on flight from Miami to Chile suffers in-flight medical emergency, dies

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – A pilot with LATAM Airlines pilot died Monday after suffering a medical emergency during a flight from Florida to Chile, according to the airline.Flight LA505, from Miami to Santiago, was diverted to Tocumen International Airport in Panama City, Panama, after one of the Boeing 787's three pilots became ill, according to the airline. "All the necessary protocols were followed during the flight to safeguard the life of theaffected pilot. Unfortunately, after landing and receiving further medical assistance, the pilotpassed away," the airline wrote in a statement provided to Nexstar's WFLA. WATCH: Pilot, crew member safely eject before jet crashes at Michigan air show LATAM Airlines did not identify the pilot but confirmed he had been with the carrier for 25 years. "LATAM Group is deeply saddened by this event and takes this opportunity to express our most sincere condolences to the family of our employee," the statement reads. "We are thankful for his 25-years o...

Pennies found in McDonald's Chicken McNuggets, customer says

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) - An Ohio customer has said she found pennies in the Chicken McNuggets she ordered from a local McDonald’s.Beth Rupert Warren said she had a responsibility to report the alleged incident to the authorities out of concern for the safety of others. Police said they were called to a McDonald’s in Wintersville, Ohio, on Aug. 14 around 8 p.m. regarding a food complaint.After speaking with Warren, they documented the incident and spoke with management to make sure everyone was aware.Warren, who reported finding three pennies, said she wants people to be sure to check their food to make sure it's safe, according to Wintersville Police Captain Jason Fabian. “They showed great concern that it was going to be a safety factor if a child would get their hands on the food," said Fabian. "It could be a choke hazard.”Warren also alerted the Jefferson County Health Department, which released this statement to Nexstar's WTRF.“The health department has been in conta...

Travis Early College High School classes canceled Thursday after 'incident' on campus

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Classes were canceled Thursday morning for Travis Early College High School because of an "incident" that happened on campus. In a social media thread, the Austin Independent School District said the campus was safe and there was no danger to students or staff. AISD said students who were already on buses will be returned home. For students already on campus, the district is coordinating transportation back home.The school is located on East Oltorf Street, just west of Interstate 35. Travis Early College High School classes canceled after ‘incident’ on campus Aug. 17, 2023 (KXAN Photo/Todd Bynum) Travis Early College High School classes canceled after ‘incident’ on campus Aug. 17, 2023 (KXAN Photo/Todd Bynum) KXAN has reached out to AISD for more information and will update this story when a response is received.

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: August 18-20

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From fairs to concerts to family fun days, there are quite a few things happening on August 18, 19, and 20. 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, August 18Altamont Fair, Altamont Fairgrounds on Route 146 at Arlington Street, gates open at 10 a.m.Vermont State Fair, Fairgrounds at 175 South Main Street in Rutland, gates open at 8 a.m.Fuel, Rivers Casino in Schenectady, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Rivers Casino website.Block Party, Remsen Street in Cohoes, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.Art Markets on Beekman Street, Beekman Street Arts District in Saratoga Springs, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.Earth: An HD Odyssey by The Philidelphia Orchestra, Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the SPAC website.Tri-City ValleyCats vs. Sussex County Miners, Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in Troy, 6:30 p.m. You can ...

Mechanicville man arrested on arson charge

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

MECHANICVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Mechanicville man was arrested following an arson investigation, according to police. Neil Lescault, 48, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On the morning of August 10, officers responded to the city docks for a reported arson on the bathhouse deck. Following an investigation, police determined that Lescault damaged the property by igniting a fire on the decking. Police took Lescault into custody on August 11. He was charged with fourth-degree arson and fourth-degree criminal mischief. Saranac Lake woman charged with murder Lescault was arraigned in Mechanicville City Court, and released to pretrial services awaiting further court action.

Cannabis growers showcase coming to Saratoga Springs

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The first Saratoga Springs Cannabis Growers showcase will be coming to town on Sunday, September 3. The City says the showcase will allow licensed cannabis growers and current licensed retailers to sell to consumers, as well as help local farmers. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! After the first showcase on September 3, another one will run every Sunday and Tuesday from noon until 6 p.m. until the end of the year. The showcase is regulated by New York State with security requirements, regulated point-of-sale (no cash), and advance inventory requirements.The showcase will run in partnership with the Saratoga Springs City Center, the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Saratoga Springs, with Ten-Ten Craft Cannabis and Upstate Canna, hosting the first one. The showcase will be at the Saratoga City Center Parking Garage, Lower Level, High Rock Avenue in Saratoga Springs. TAKE 5 top pri...

TAKE 5 top prize ticket sold at Schenectady Stewart's

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York Lottery announced that a top-prize winning ticket was sold at the Stewart's Shop in Schenectady, located at 1502 Balltown Road, for the August 15 evening drawing. The ticket was worth $17,816.50. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Winning TAKE 5 numbers are drawn from a field of one through 39. The drawings are televised twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. A lottery draw game prize of any amount can be claimed up to one year from the date of the drawing.The New York Lottery is North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, contributing $3.7B in the 2022-2023 fiscal year to support education in New York. New Yorkers struggling with a gambling problem can contact the confidential HOPEline at 1-877-846-7369 or text HOPENY (467369). Standard text rates may apply.

Illinois State Police arrest eight in Springfield human trafficking bust

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) - Eight men from across Illinois are under arrest following an Illinois State Police operation to combat human trafficking in the Springfield area.State Police officials said the operation happened Aug. 9 and 10 and it was focused on identifying people seeking to engage in commercial sex acts with minors. As a result, the following people were arrested on the listed charges:David L. Kraemer, 41 of Lovington – indecent solicitation of a child, travelling to meet a minorCody R. Jones, 34 of Springfield – indecent solicitation of a child, travelling to meet a minorShannan C. Morrow, 52 of White Hall – indecent solicitation of a child, travelling to meet a minor, sexual exploitation of a childEdgar G. Mendoza, 32 of Springfield – indecent solicitation of a child, travelling to meet a minorPhillip J. Smith, 43 of Rochester – indecent solicitation of a child, travelling to meet a minorTimothy E. Smith, 28 of Springfield – indecent solicitation of a child (2 counts...

Editorial: Frustrated by Denver’s new trash fee? It’s likely worse than you know.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

In June 2022, the Denver City Council concocted a scheme to begin charging residents a fee for trash services with the goal of increasing composting and decreasing the amount of trash headed to Denver landfills.The “pay as you throw” plan hasn’t failed by every metric, but Denverites’ frustration over the added fees and poor service is palpable.Sure, the city claims that since the program began six months ago the amount of trash headed to landfills has decreased by 3%. That is likely almost completely in response to the increased recycling service, which now comes weekly instead of every other week. It is hard to believe that the improvement is in any way a reflection of composting or the new “pay as you throw” policy with different-sized bins costing different amounts.Despite the fee starting months ago, most residents haven’t received the promised increase in services for compost or even the smaller, less expensive bins that would help reduce th...

Hilary becomes a hurricane, continues track toward California

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:00:40 GMT

Hilary intensified from a tropical storm into a Category 1 hurricane in the Pacific Thursday morning, according to the National Hurricane Center. Satellite and radar show the storm continues to be on a track to reach Southern California later this weekend as a tropical storm, or possibly stronger.“I’m not saying this will be a Category 1 Hurricane but it’s going to be awfully close when it arrives in Southern California on late Sunday into Monday," KTLA meteorologist Henry DiCarlo said. A Category 1 hurricane reaching Southern California would be extremely rare. A hurricane is believed to have hit the San Diego area in 1858. Tropical storm watches were issued Thursday for the southern portion of Baja California Sur, the Hurricane Center stated in its forecast.Hilary is forecast to reach Category 3 status at some point Saturday before likely arriving in Southern California as a tropical storm late Sunday or Monday.The storm is forecast to drop several i...