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Altamont Ave in Rotterdam reopens following crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) — NEWS10 observed crews clearing traffic cones and reopening Altamont Avenue around 5:30 AM.  Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Around 3:10 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, a car crashed into a power pole near the intersection of Rensselaer and Altamont Avenues. Police said the damaged pole broke and fell, which caused several other poles to fall in the area of Altamont Avenue. Fire crews also responded to vehicles on fire and oil that was spilled on the road. National Grid crews cleared the scene about a half hour ahead of their expected 6:15 am road re-opening time. 

5 things to know this Wednesday, July 12

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Wednesday! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, it’s dry now but it won’t stay that way for long. The next stormy stretch unfolds this afternoon and carries us through the end of the week. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Today's five things you need to know features a road reopening after a car crashed into a power pole, the body of a missing woman pulled from the Hudson River, and we now know when the new Chick-fil-A's in Clifton Park and North Greenbush are going to open.1. Altamont Avenue in Rotterdam reopens after power lines downedAltamont Avenue in Rotterdam reopened around 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Around 3:10 p.m. on Tuesday, a car crashed into a power pole. The damaged pole broke and fell, which caused several other poles to fall in the area of Altamont Avenue.2. Body of woman missing out of Albany recovered from Hudson RiverMultiple agencies were on the scene Tuesday to assist in a r...

Altamont Ave in Rotterdam reopens after power poles downed

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

Update: Altamont reopened as of 5:30 a.m. on WednesdayROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A portion of Altamont Avenue in the town of Rotterdam closed Tuesday evening for several downed electrical poles. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Around 3:10 p.m., a car crashed into a power pole in the area of Rensselaer Avenue and Altamont Avenue. Police said the damaged pole broke and fell, which caused several other poles to fall in the area of Altamont Avenue. Fire crews also responded for vehicles on fire and spilled oil on the road.Altamont Avenue between Crane Street and Amsterdam Avenue is expected to be closed through Wednesday morning. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to avoid the area.

3 killed, several injured in Greyhound bus crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

HIGHLAND, Ill. - Three people are dead after a Greyhound bus crash on Interstate-70 in Highland, Illinois, early Wednesday morning.The crash took place on I-70 westbound near the 'Silverlake West' Rest Stop, where crews shared that the crash took place around 2:00 a.m., and a Greyhound traveling from Indianapolis, Indiana to St. Louis crashed into three parked rigs on the exit ramp heading to the rest area.The Illinois State Police confirmed that four passengers on board were taken to a nearby hospital via helicopter, 10 more passengers were driven to area hospitals, and three more riders died. 3 killed, several injured in Greyhound bus crash One lane on I-70 WB is open, but drivers are urged to take Highway 40 WB as an alternate route. The cause of the crash has not yet been reported, and the investigation is active.FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Heavy rain expected by Wednesday afternoon, more storms set for Friday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

St. Louis weather from Meteorologist Angela Hutti:ST. LOUIS - Starting Tuesday afternoon, it began to look more and more likely that Wednesday morning storms would stay just north of the St. Louis region, impacting northern Missouri and west-central Illinois. That means we are in store for a hot, more humid day with temperature highs in the mid 90s.  The cold front dropping south will bring strong to severe storms to the St. Louis region starting late Wednesday afternoon and continuing through the evening. Storms could produce large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rain. St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here Prime time is 5:00 p.m. to midnight, but some rain and storms could linger into the early hours of Thursday. We may get a break in the storm threat Thursday, as it will be partly cloudy and temp highs near 90. Thunderstorms are again likely Friday afternoon and night, with highs again near 90. 

J.B. Pritzker begins U.K. trade commission with focus on clean energy and manufacturing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker heads overseas for the start of his 7-day trade mission to the United Kingdom.Pritzker's 'Goodwood Festival of Speed' with British officials will discuss ways to improve Illinois' electric car manufacturing, clean energy improvements, and collaboration in higher education. 3 killed, several injured in Greyhound bus crash In a statement, Pritzker shared that the goal of the trade mission is, "letting the world know that Illinois is the best place to live, work, and do business".

'Hydrate Our Heroes' beverage drives taking place today at Schnucks stores in St. Louis area

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Wednesday you can help "Hydrate Our Heroes" at Schnucks stores.The promotions run through Tuesday, July 18. All 115 Schnucks stores across the Midwest are taking part in the beverage drive for firefighters, police, and first responders. Years after being victimized, a child reports being exploited 22,000 times The most requested items include sports drinks, energy drinks, bottled water, and sparkling waters. Those wishing to donate should look for a donation bin at the front of each store.

Clayton Police Department hosting annual FBI National Academy Associates Blood Drive today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The Clayton Police Department is holding their annual FBI National Academy Associates Blood Drive Wednesday.It's from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on South Brentwood Boulevard. An appointment is required. Years after being victimized, a child reports being exploited 22,000 times To schedule one, visit BloodCenter.org/group and use the code 9627.

'Tip-A-Cop' fundraiser for Special Olympics taking place today at Wentzville Texas Roadhouse

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The Wentzville Police Department is raising money for Special Olympics, and you can help out while grabbing a bite to eat at Texas Roadhouse.That's where they'll be from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The 'Tip-A-Cop' fundraiser will be selling Special Olympics t-shirts for $15 and $20 depending on the size. 3 killed, several injured in Greyhound bus crash They'll also be selling raffle tickets for a brand new 2023 Ford Explorer XLT for $5 each - or $20 for 5 tickets.

Denver renews cable television franchise with Comcast through 2028 to chagrin of sports fans

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:09:17 GMT

Denver opted to renew its cable television franchise with telecommunications company Comcast Corp. through the end of 2028.With the previous franchise set to expire this December, the city recently renewed its franchise for another five years, said marketing and communications manager Gaelina Tesfaye at Denver Technology Services, the city’s technology department. The new expiration is now scheduled for December 2028.Comcast has bore the brunt of criticism in recent years as its Denver customers have been forced to forgo watching the Colorado Avalanche and the Denver Nuggets since 2019. The blame largely falls on a stalemate between Comcast and Altitude TV, which broadcasts both teams.The latter sued the national conglomerate over allegations of antitrust violations, and eventually reached a settlement in March, but the standoff continues.The recent move to renew the franchise between the city and Comcast has already caught the attention of some Denver-area sports fans.David P...