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Children take cover in basement as tornado rips home apart while parents are away

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

YUMA COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) — Three children who scrambled to safety while their parents were away said it sounded like a bomb exploded as a twister ravaged their Colorado home Tuesday.Their parents were at a nearby hospital when they saw a storm chaser's live video of the tornado heading for their home. They ran out of the hospital, where they were visiting a relative, and headed for their children hiding in the basement. Photos: Tornado damage in Yuma County “We were watching that live feed. And I was watching him drive, because we know the roads out here real well, and I was like, dude that's coming by our house. I called my kids, 'Go get your helmets!'" Clint Monk said.“We got a phone call from my daughter, and we heard the house just cracking and creaking. So my husband and I busted out of the hospital as fast as we could,” Amanda Monk said.A tornado in Yuma County, Colorado on Aug. 8, 2023 (Credit: twitch.tv/stormchaserirl)Tornado 'was like a bomb exploding'Kennadee Monk, 16, ...

How to catch the Perseid meteor shower as it peaks this weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

(WANE) - Nature's fireworks will be flashing as they move through the sky — and you'll be able to see them without a telescope. This weekend (August 12-13) you'll be able to watch the peak of the Perseid meteor showers, the so-called "fireworks finale," which at times may produce roughly 90 meteors per hour, according to the EarthSky.org.Look in the northeastern sky after midnight Saturday and before dawn Sunday (WANE)Since the moon will be in its waning stage, the meteors will be more visible in the darker sky between midnight and sunrise. Just look in the northeastern sky, where you'll see the constellation called Perseus, which is below Cassiopeia. For best viewing, NASA says to look during the pre-dawn hours, although meteors and fireballs could be visible as early as 10 p.m.The Perseids are usually visible from the middle of July to the beginning of September but the number of meteors per hour will diminish each night for the rest of this month. There are two more meteor showe...

St. David's Medical Center resumes normal operations post-parking garage explosion

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — St. David's Medical Center on East 32nd Street has resumed normal operations Thursday following a vehicle explosion in a parking garage Wednesday night.During a news briefing Wednesday evening, the Austin Police Department said one person was detained after a vehicle explosion in a parking garage at the central Austin hospital. APD said the call came in at 5:23 p.m. at St. David's Medical Center.On Thursday, St. David's Medical Center's CEO Todd Steward said in a statement the hospital was no longer on diversion status and that typical visiting hours had resumed.All parking garages -- including the one related to the incident -- have since reopened, Steward added in his statement. Those with vehicles in parking garage 1 are welcomed to retrieve them at any time, with parking fees for the garage waived through close of business Thursday. All other parking garage fees still apply, he said."The safety of our patients, families and employees is our number one priority, a...

'Endless Summer' on the way at West Mountain

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - At West Mountain, summer doesn't stop. The mountain has announced "Endless Summer" is on the way. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The mountain is running a special promotion with free and discounted adventures on Saturday, Aug. 26. Visitors can take a free ride on the mountain's chairlifts from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Once they're up there, many of the summer attractions running at the mountaintop come at a steep discount. Mountain biking, bike rentals, the rope course, and mountaintop picnics are all priced at $15 for the day. “We look forward to hosting this brand new promotional event at West,” said West Mountain General Manager Sara Montgomery. “We have so many amazing summer offerings at West and we look forward to having guests experience everything West has to offer in the summer at this wonderful event.” PHOTOS: A historic surrender at Fort William Henry Live music and vendors will also be on the ...

Water main break in Brunswick

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

BRUNSWICK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Town of Brunswick has announced they are working to fix a water main break on South Lake Avenue between Oxford Road and Brunswick Road. The break is estimated to be repaired by 3 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Traffic will be detoured onto Oxford Road while crews work on repairing the lines. Drivers are asked to exercise caution in the area. Anyone with questions is asked to call the town at (518)279-3461 ext. 114.

Fashion jewelry retailer opening in Crossgates Mall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Inspiration Co., a fashion jewelry retailer, is set to open this weekend, as soon as August 12, in Crossgates Mall. The store is located on the upper level near Best Buy. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The jewelry store chain is known for its "Inspire Me Bracelets" which are engraved with sayings about change, faith, and passion. The brand was founded in 2017 by Doug and Ashley Waldbueser and now had over 40 locations nationwide."We’re excited to welcome the Inspiration Co. to Crossgates, adding a unique and empowering touch to our diverse lineup," said Jen Smith, Marketing Director at Crossgates. "The Inspiration Co. has already made a remarkable impact on a national scale, and we are excited to see them inspire and uplift our visitors here at Crossgates." Stewart’s brings back ice cream to honor Funny Cide The Inspiration Co. has been featured nationally on Good Morning America, The View, ...

Gov. Hochul announces $60M investment for Alb. International Airport

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $60M investment for the Albany International Airport on Thursday, from the airport's observation deck. The investment is the largest state grant the airport has ever received. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Stick with NEWS10 for updated coverage of the announcement.

Man found shot to death at home in St. Francois County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY, Mo. - An investigation is underway after a man was found shot to death overnight in a St. Francois County home.Investigators say a 43-year-old man was shot to death and found inside a home in the 2500 block of Missouri Route H near Farmington. The victim, not identified by police, suffered multiple gunshot wounds. Calling out the Court: Missouri family battles jury summons for son who can’t serve Police responded to the scene after some calls, which claimed a shooting possibly unfolded due to a domestic violence situation.St. Francois County deputies collected evidence from the scene and are conducting witness interviews as part of the investigation. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of death. This is a developing story. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

Man admits to sharing child porn, leaving St. Louis while on house arrest

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A St. Louis man admitted to sharing child pornography and leaving St. Louis while on house arrest.Daniel Bert pleaded guilty to one federal felony charge of transportation of child pornography. Calling out the Court: Missouri family battles jury summons for son who can’t serve According to the plea agreement, the FBI received two tips indicating that Bert had discussed his sexual interest in young children on Kik Messenger. On a different app, Bert started communicating with an undercover FBI agent and reportedly shared a picture of his genetials. In messages, Bert told the agent that he had a hard drive full of child pornography, per the plea agreement. After that, agents obtained a search warrant for Bert’s home. Upon searching, they discovered child sexual abuse material on multiple electronic devices, including laptops, phones and hard drives. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now ...

ICL breaks ground on $400M battery materials plant in St. Louis

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:40:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Officials broke ground on a new $400 million battery materials manufacturing plant in St. Louis earlier this week.ICL, a global specialty minerals company, will have the first large-scale battery materials manufacturing facility in the United States. Calling out the Court: Missouri family battles jury summons for son who can’t serve The new plant is expected to be operational by 2025. It will produce 30,000 metric tons of material for the global lithium-battery industry using a domestic supply chain.The plant will be along Idaho Avenue in south St. Louis. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson and U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm attended the groundbreaking event on Tuesday. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW “The momentous grou...