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Man Sentenced To 143 Years In Prison After What He Did At Burger King Drive-Thru
A man was sentenced to 143 years in prison after a crime spree that began at a Burger King drive-thru in Colorado. The man was convicted after pointing a gun at a fast food drive-thru worker and later shooting at other people at a separate location the same night. The crimes took place in October of 2022, but the man was found guilty of 17 crimes in April of this year and was sentenced last week, according to ABC News.
Is It Illegal in NY State to Smoke With Kids In The Car? The Answer May Surprise You
When I was growing up, it seemed like there weren't any laws regarding kids in the car. My parents smoked cigarettes and we didn't need to wear seatbelts. Times sure have changed but can you be fined or arrested for smoking in your car with kids?. In New York State,...
Jelly Roll Finds a Way to Bring His Wheelchair-Bound Mom to the Beach [Watch]
Jelly Roll will stop at nothing to make his loved ones' dreams come true. The singer's mom, Donna DeFord, uses a wheelchair, which often means that she's limited in the activities she can partake in and the places she can go. But when she wanted to take a family trip to the beach, Jelly stopped at nothing to make it happen — even if that meant outfitting her with the proper set of wheels.
Now You Get Paid If Your Flight Is Canceled or Delayed
Nothing is more frustrating when you travel than your flight getting delayed or canceled. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has made a new rule to protect you. This rule says airlines must quickly give passengers cash refunds if they are owed one. This will help passengers get refunds easily when airlines cancel or change flights, delay checked bags, or don't provide extra services passengers pay for.
Take A Look At The 2024 New York State Fair Butter Sculpture
The 2024 butter sculpture has arrived at the New York State Fair. More than 800 pounds has created this years creation. American Dairy Association North East works with the sculptors to put it to good use by creating a beautiful piece of art. This year, they used over 800 pounds of butter to create this creation. “Dairy: Good for you. Good for the planet.” is the theme of the 56th Annual Butter Sculpture at the New York State Fair. This year’s butter sculpture highlights one of the many ways dairy farmers protect the planet while producing nutritious milk.
The United States Postal Service Warns of a Sneaky New Scam
One of the most popular tools for scammers nowadays is the use of text messages. The practice is referred to as "smishing" and it has caused a lot of pain and agony for people in recent years. Now, a new smishing scam is using the guise of the United State Postal Service and officials are telling people to beware.
Sign of the Times: General Motors Lays off More Than 1,000 People
In Detroit, there are what's called the Big 3 manufacturers: General Motors, Ford and Chrysler. These companies represent America at its heart and at its finest. The history of car manufacturing has been very rich in America, and the automotive industry employs a lot of people. Sign of the Times:...
Brad Paisley’s Wife, Kimberly, Shares a Health Update: ‘Recovery Is on Track’
Brad Paisley's wife, actor Kimberly Williams-Paisley, is thanking fans for their well-wishes after she announced a health issue over the weekend. After dealing with vocal issues for a couple of years, Williams-Paisley underwent surgery for a damaged laryngeal nerve. The procedure left her with a scar on her neck. When she first shared the news, she admitted that her struggles with her voice have taken a toll on her, mentally and physically, over the past couple years.
New York High School Named Third Most Expensive in the Nation
Would you pay nearly $100,000 a year to send your child to high school?. Tuition for college and private high school has skyrocketed in recent years. Many New York colleges are charging students over $90k to attend during the 2024-2025 academic year. Which is why it shouldn't be all that...
We Finally Know When Clinton Cider Mill Opens for the Season
The wait is almost over before you can taste one of the most delicious apple ciders in the Mohawk Valley. One by one, Central New York's famous cider mill scene is waking up and opening their doors to sell the best apple cider donuts money can buy. One cider mill,...
Central New York Take 5 Ticket A $15,000 Winner
One lucky Central New York resident just won $15,000 in the Take 5 drawing. The New York Lottery offers multiple draw games for people looking to strike it rich. The games include New York Lotto, Cash4Life, Numbers, Win 4, Take 5 and Pick 10. New York Win 4, Take 5 and Numbers are drawn twice a day at 2:30PM and 10:30PM. One resident won $15,000 on Monday August 19th's evening drawing.
Rare Weather Event Could Wash out NY State Fair Opening Day
If you plan on hitting up the New York State Fair on opening day, you might want to wear a bathing suit under your clothes. Central New York's endless cycle of rainy weather continues, but a relatively rare weather event for this time of year will make things extra soggy come Wednesday, August 21.
Billionaire’s $180 Million Yacht Making Waves in Upstate New York
It's actually the DreAMBoat and it's been making waves all summer as it sails the St Lawrence River. The massive yacht is worth $180 million and is one of the biggest privately owned boats seen in the Thousand Islands. DreAMBoat. The DreAMBoat is owned by the billionaire entrepreneur, Arthur Blank,...
More Major Flooding in Several Central & Upstate New York Towns
Here we go again. Heavy rain caused more flooding in Central and Upstate New York. Remnants of Hurricane Beryl did a number on the Empire State in July. Severe thunderstorms dumped so much rain that Lowville, New York was underwater. More than a month later the town is flooded again.
Troopers Confirm Rome Arrest Was a Domestic Violence Case
New York State Police have confirmed that an August 11th arrest of a Blossvale man, stemmed from a domestic violence case they were called to. Police arrested 40-year-old Michael A. Perron on the following charges:. Robbery 3rd degree (class “D” felony) Criminal Mischief 3rd degree (class “E” felony)...
Toccolana Club Steps Up Big to Assist Fellow Romans Following Tornado
One of the best parts about living in Central New York is knowing that your neighbor is very likely going to help you when you're in need. That has never been more evident than in the past month following the devastating tornado that ripped through the City of Rome. The...
75-Year-Old Homicide Victim Identified as Shots Continue to Ring Out in Utica
The Utica Police Department has seen a dramatic uptick in the already high volume of gun violence in the city. The most recent victim of this violence was an innocent 75-year-old bystander who was sitting on his own front porch. The initial report of this incident was released over the...
How Rare Is a Super Blue Moon? Be Prepared To Wait a Bit For the Next One
A brightly-lit super blue moon is ready to takeover the sky the next several nights. And while you may have multiple chances to see it this time, you next opportunity isn't coming anytime soon. What Is A Super Blue Moon?. A super blue moon is actually two somewhat rare events...
Home Depot Reveals Bleak Future, Citing ‘Uncertainty in the Economy’
The Home Depot is a staple in most communities: You know you can get pretty much anything you would ever need for your home, property or business at the big box home repair store. But like other lanes of retail, home improvement is seeing less traffic lately, and the rest...
Complaints of ‘Metal Wire’ in Chicken Nuggets Lead to Huge Recall
A massive recall of chicken nuggets and tenders has some scrambling to check what they have in the freezer. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced its latest chicken recall heading into last weekend. More than 167,000 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken breast nuggets and tender are included in the recall.
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