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Lack of rain in recent weeks pushes parts of Twin Cities metro into drought

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

For the first time since winter, drought has returned to the Twin Cities.Thursday’s U.S. Drought Monitor map shows much of the northern half of the metro under a moderate drought. Abnormally dry conditions are affecting much of the rest of the metro.U.S. Drought Monitor map of Minnesota drought conditions released Thursday, June 8, 2023. (U.S. Drought Monitor)The Twin Cities have seen little rain in recent weeks. At the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, only 1.62 inches of rain were recorded in May — 2.29 inches below what’s considered normal. Most of May’s rain occurred during the first half of the month.Through Wednesday, the metro has seen .03 inches of rain in June — nearly an inch below normal.The next chances for rain come Friday and Saturday, when thunderstorms are also possible.Related ArticlesLocal News | State officials warn of increase in 911 misdials Local News | Twin Cities residents urged to reduce the ...

Warrensburg's annual jamboree turns 60 this summer

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

WARRENSBURG, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This summer, an annual family entertainment hoedown in Warrensburg turns 60 years old. Rides, music, food and more are on the way for the 60th annual Smoke Eaters Jamboree. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Friday and Saturday, July 28-29, the gates will be open at the Warrensburg Recreation Field on Library Avenue. On Friday, gates open at 6 p.m. for an evening of music by After-FX DJ Service, an auction full of local goods, and kids entertainment from magician Mike Russo and Freckles the Clown. On Saturday, gates open at 5 p.m. for a chicken BBQ, with Jukebox Rebellion taking the stage for some live music at 6:30 p.m. Where to see live music in Lake George in 2023 Across both days, the Smoke Eaters Jamboree features fireworks, a full midway, and carnival rides. Admission is $3 on Friday, and $5 on Saturday.

2023 Brookside Craft Fair to showcase local vendors

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga County Historical Center is hosting a county-wide craft fair at the Brookside Museum on Saturday, June 24. The family-friendly free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! There will be no mass-produced or commercially-made items available at the craft fair. Instead, guests will be able to shop from a variety of locally handcrafted collectibles, antiques, and farm products.

LIVE: Hochul updating New Yorkers on air quality

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Gov. Kathy Hochul will be speaking from the University at Albany, ETEC, to update New Yorkers on the air quality in the state.

Sen. Gillibrand calling for federal aid to Canada amid wildfires

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said the federal government is stepping in to help Canadians fight the wildfires surging in Quebec. She said the federal government has already provided personnel and resources to help, but she is urging them to take more action, calling on the U.S. Forest Service to standby for any support to suppress the wildfires in Quebec. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “I’m urging the U.S. forest service to proactively work with the Canadian Forest Service on fire suppression tactics to keep Americans safe and healthy," Gillibrand said. The haze caused the worst air quality the Northeast has seen in decades, entering unhealthy and very unhealthy levels at times in the Capital Region. The increased exposure to smoke and other particles, posing severe health risks for some. She is urging New Yorkers to wear masks and limit exposure outside as the state, and majority of the Northeast, c...

$50K winning Powerball ticket sold at Rensselaer Walmart

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to The New York Lottery, a third-prize winning ticket was sold at a local Walmart for the June 7 Powerball drawing. The ticket, worth $50,000.00, was purchased at the Walmart located at 279 Troy Road in Rensselaer. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The winning numbers for the drawing on June 7 were:16, 21, 29, 53, 66, and the Powerball was 2.Winning numbers for the Powerball game are drawn from a field of one to 69. The Powerball number is drawn from a separate field of one to 26. Drawings are televised every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11 p.m. PICS: Smoky haze from Canadian wildfires coats New York According to the New York Lottery, the jackpot for Saturday's drawing is up to $308 million. The New York Lottery is North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, contributing $3.6B in the 2021-2022 fiscal year to support education in New York. New Yorkers struggling with a gambl...

State Police issue 38K tickets during Click It or Ticket enforcement

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New York State Police issued 38,363 tickets during the statewide "Click It or Ticket" enforcement campaign from May 22 through June 4. Police investigated 2,436 crashes, including 410 personal injury crashes and two fatal crashes. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! During the enforcement campaign, 399 individuals were arrested for DWI, and over 10,000 were ticketed for speeding. Below is a breakdown of violations:TroopRegionSpeedDWI ArrestsDistracted DrivingChild Restraint/Seat BeltMove OverTotal TicketsAWestern NY917321041,474154,359BNorth Country6871957327432,680CSouthern Tier8631995906263,082DCentral NY928282231,262464,485EFinger Lakes97448114726163,806FUpper Hudson Valley1,19045115751243,330GCapital Region81338117848323,002KLower Hudson Valley1,34777125852484,055LLong Island7275715531072,700NYCNew York City19536041211,808TNYS Thruway2,01333169605795,056According to the New York State Police, the n...

Missouri counties struggling to expunge marijuana charges on deadline

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

EDITORS NOTE: FOX4 reported earlier that the number of people who have petitioned are waiting to get expunged. The story has been corrected to say the number of people who have petitioned are either waiting to get expunged or have already been expunged. FOX4 regrets the error and apologizes for the mistake.KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Circuit clerks have a statewide deadline that says they must expunge misdemeanor charges related to less than three pounds of marijuana by June 8, but circuit clerks say the deadline is unrealistic.In November, voters passed Amendment 3, which would allow for thousands of Missourians with marijuana misdemeanors on their record to get automatic expungements.The action also allows for individuals currently serving prison time for a marijuana related offense to file a petition for expungement of their record.Over 46,000 marijuana cases have already been expunged statewide, data shows – possibly more, depending on how a criminal case was charged.“We cannot meet that...

Missouri AG pushes to remove Iron County Sheriff from office

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The Missouri Attorney General filed a petition Thursday in an effort to remove the Iron County Sheriff Jeffrey Burkett from office.Burkett and two other Iron County deputies were arrested in March and accused of helping a man in a parental kidnapping plot.Charging documents say that in February, a 62-year-old man named Donald Gaston sought to take his daughter after an argument with the child’s mother. Prosecutors say Burkett lied to a 911 dispatcher to report that the mother had kidnapped the girl, and falsely accused the woman of putting the child in danger. Ultimately, the girl remained with her mother. Revisting Mike Shildt’s comments on his Cardinals departure Bailey's petition alleges that Burkett is unfit to hold office after allegedly helping Gaston in a plot to kidnap the child. “As Attorney General, I will always work to hold accountable those who refuse to do their job as required by Missouri statute,” said Attorney General Bailey. “Missourians hav...

“Top Chef” alum Carrie Baird’s new breakfast joint opens in Denver

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:26:28 GMT

Carrie Baird is plating up her Fancy Toast, made famous on Season 15 of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” at her new breakfast joint.The local chef, along with Denver restaurateur Juan Padro and Dis Burrito’s Michael Fox are officially opening Fox and the Hen, at 2257 W. 32nd Ave. on Saturday, June 10.Fox and the Hen will serve playful twists on classic American breakfast dishes. (Photo by Colleen O’Toole for Fox and the Hen)Fox and the Hen will serve fun twists on classic American breakfast dishes, like sausage rolls with a spicy maple dipping sauce, a Big Mac-inspired omelet, and hash browns served “Animal-Style” (a take on In-N-Out fries) or “Trout Style” with smoked trout roe and creme fraiche.There’s also a full bar, serving playful cocktails, including “Bryan Cranston’s Bloody Mary” with the actor’s Dos Hombres Mezcal, and a coffee shop.“Top Chef” alum Carrie Baird will feature her “Fancy Toast,” made famous on her series of the cooking competition, and h...