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Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: March 6-10

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The restaurant industry is ever-changing with restaurants opening, closing, relocating or just doing their thing. Here’s a recap of the latest Capital Region restaurant news from this week, March 6 through 10. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Bakery opening up storefront in ScotiaNibblexNosh, a from scratch bakery, is opening up a permanent storefront in Scotia. The bakery is set to open on Saturday, March 11.New restaurant opens at Cohoes’ Van Schaick Country ClubDurrant’s at Van Schaick has officially opened at the Van Schaick Island Country Club in Cohoes. The restaurant space was formerly occupied by Max410, which is now at the former Waters Edge Lighthouse location in Glenville.New bistro opening at Guilderland golf courseThe Hedge Bistro is set to be the new food and beverage vendor at the Western Turnpike Golf Course in Guilderland. The restaurant is scheduled to open April 1.New coffee sh...

'It's about time': Lawmakers renew push to make daylight saving time permanent

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — As Americans get ready to reset their clocks, lawmakers are renewing a fight to make daylight saving time permanent. The biannual routine of springing forward and then falling back leaves many people feeling groggy and annoyed. Some lawmakers want to do away with that.  Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "I think it's about time," Sen. Rick Scott said. Sen. Scott is one of the sponsors of the Sunshine Protection Act, which would end the practice of switching the clocks and make daylight saving time last year round.  Sen. Tommy Tuberville also sponsors the bill."We want to protect sunshine," Tuberville said. "We want an hour more for kids, farmers, people that want to stay outside work in the yard. I think people deserve that." Advocates argue the extra hour of light at the end of the day could boost economic activity, improve people's moods, and increase exercise. "It'll clearly be healthier for Amer...

Troopers and police increase I-70 patrols and make arrests

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The Missouri State Highway Patrol and St. Louis Police worked together Thursday for I-70 traffic enforcement. They monitored the interstate between St. Louis Lambert Airport and Downtown St. Louis. Officers conducted 22 traffic stops and issued 48 citations.The Missouri State Highway Patrol tweets that they arrested one person for a felony and three others for misdemeanors. Officers issued 23 speeding tickets, 42 non-moving citations, 14 tickets for seatbelts, and 41 warnings. Top story: Kim Gardner’s chief trial assistant leaving the Circuit Attorney’s Office It is not clear if the two law enforcement agencies will be working together soon to increase patrols on St. Louis area highways. The Missouri State Highway Patrol has increased patrols for events like New Year's Eve and along dangerous roads.

Three earthquakes shake southern Colorado

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

Three earthquakes were recorded in southern Colorado Friday morning, including a pair near Silverton in San Juan County where rumblings and a loud noise were reported.The 3.6 magnitude earthquake happened about 7 a.m. Friday, according to the San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office, and it was felt in the town of Ophir in the San Juan Mountains. A second quake, 2.2 magnitude, was recorded about 8 a.m., with no injuries or damage reported.The U.S. Geological Survey reported a 4.3 magnitude earthquake at 6:06 a.m. Friday northeast of Segundo, in Las Animas County west of Trinidad. The quake was 6.3 kilometers in depth.Get more Colorado news by signing up for our daily Your Morning Dozen email newsletter.

Arrest made in 1997 cold-case killing of bank teller Monica Leech in Thousand Oaks 

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

A man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a Thousand Oaks bank in 1997, officials announced Friday.Kevin Ray James, 55, of San Bernardino, was taken into custody on suspicion of killing 39-year-old Monica Leech, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office.Leech was shot in the back of the head during a robbery at Western Financial Bank at 2920 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. on April 28, 1997.Two men dressed as construction workers held up the bank, and one of them handcuffed Leech before shooting her. The Camarillo resident died at the scene.The suspects drove away in a 1994 Ford Explorer, crashed and ran away.It is unclear, however, what James’ role was on the day of the robbery, and no new information about the second suspect has been released. While the case had gone cold, investigators had been able to use traces of DNA left on the handcuffs and other evidence at the scene to create DNA profiles for the suspects, but had not been able to identify them.In 2021...

Sinkhole threatens homes in Camarillo

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

A sinkhole is threatening a pair of homes in Camarillo Friday afternoon.The 30-foot-by-30-foot active sinkhole in the 700 block of Trueno Avenue was reported by the Ventura County Fire Department about 11:15 a.m.The hole opened up between a pair of homes that face Grada Avenue, and the "immediate homes are being evacuated," the VCFD said.In an update, the Fire Department said 16 people were evacuated. A county geologist is on scene to provide more information, officials said, and "crews are sandbagging to divert water from the sink hole," a move that appeared to be successful.Sinkholes have plagued Southern California over the past several weeks as a series of rainstorms have eroded areas under roadways.In Chatsworth, a sinkhole swallowed cars in January. Other sinkholes have appeared on the campus of California State University Los Angeles and in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Disney reveals new rollerblading robot that can do somersaults

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

Disney unveiled a new rollerblading prototype robot that can perform somersaults, fall down, and get back up during a panel at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas.Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro unveiled the robot during his presentation titled “Creating Happiness: The Art & Science of Disney Parks Storytelling." The presentation aimed to showcase Disney’s commitment to innovation and how the company creates "intentional environments designed for happiness," the company said in a news release.The new robot prototype, which resembled Judy Hopps from Disney's "Zootopia" film and was revealed for the first time on Friday, displayed several capabilities by making dynamic maneuvers, including falling down and getting back up, as well as performing a somersault. Disney released another video of the prototype robot: pic.twitter.com/e2cmSkphid— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) March 10, 2023According to Disney, the dynamic robot incorporates motion-capture...

Jeremy Glenn Dies in Hit-and-Run Collision on Trailing Drive [San Diego, CA]

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

45-Year-Old Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Tulip StreetSAN DIEGO, CA (March 10, 2023) – Late Sunday night, Jeremy Glenn died in a hit-and-run collision on Trailing Drive.Officers received dispatch calls in the area around 10:00 p.m., near Tulip Street on February 26th.At this time, the events leading up to the collision remain unclear. However, reports indicate that the driver of a vehicle struck Glenn and immediately fled the scene.Paramedics arrived and transported 45-year-old Glenn to Scripps Mercy Hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties.Meanwhile, the police are still in seek of the suspect involved, said SDPD Officer Sarah Foster. Once available, further details will be provided.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of Jeremy Glenn. May you find comfort and strength through the memories ...

What is neuropathy? SF Giants’ reliever describes ‘throwing blind’ with no feeling in arm

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Warming up in the bullpen before his first appearance of the spring, Thomas Szapucki knew something was wrong. He couldn’t feel the fingers in his left hand, which he uses to grip and throw the baseball.Szapucki, the 26-year-old reliever acquired last season in the Darin Ruf trade, entered anyway. He faced seven batters, walked three, allowed two hits and recorded two outs. He hasn’t pitch since, with what the Giants diagnosed Thursday as left arm neuropathy.“I wasn’t going to take myself out,” said Szapucki, who entered camp in position to battle for the final spot in the bullpen.There was no pain or discomfort, he said, just a concerning numbness, the root cause of which — almost two weeks later, after an MRI scan and multiple visits to hand and nerve specialists — still has not been determined. He hasn’t thrown a baseball since.The feeling, which he described to the Giants’ training staff only after sticking around in the du...

A Michelin surprise: 6 California restaurants get early recognition as ‘new discoveries’

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 21:29:33 GMT

We weren’t expecting to hear from the Michelin folks this soon in the calendar year, seeing as how the coveted 2022 stars for dining excellence were just awarded in December.But the Michelin Guide officials have decided to call attention early to the culinary gems their restaurant inspectors have already found during their year-round visits. This first list for 2023 features six “new discoveries” in California, from a Korean tapas spot in San Francisco to a San Diego seafood house.“These establishments are highlighted as “New” on guide.michelin.com to help food lovers enjoy new discoveries before the annual announcement of Bib Gourmands and Stars,” a Michelin representative said in the announcement.Michelin highlighted “new discoveries” for the first time in the summer of 2021.Will the praise for these restaurants be elevated to Michelin stars when the guide is released later this year? Or become Bib Gourmand honors, the Michelin awards given to restaur...