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Doctors can now legally prescribe abortion pill to out of state patients

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- It's been almost one year since the Dobbs decision - giving states the ability to choose their own abortion laws. Since then, the state allocated $35 million for abortion providers and on Friday, the Governor signed a new piece of legislation to expanding abortion access. "Our own providers, our own New York providers are threatened by other states, governors, law-enforcement officials, this is New York, we don’t respond well to threats," said Hochul at a press event on Friday. Rally held in Albany in support of Roe v. Wade The Governor signed a bill that will provide legal protections for doctors prescribing the abortion pill to out of state patients via telehealth. "Because right now, more than half of the abortions are done with medication, less trauma, less stress, no travel, leaving your kids," said Hochul. But Joni Lupis, Pastor and President of March for Life New York takes issue with the legislation. "How do you give an abortion pill in the mai...

Police searching for missing Washington County man

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

CHATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Columbia County Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance locating a missing Washington County man. Darrell Dutcher, 42, of Salem, NY, may be suffering from a medical emergency. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Dutcher was last seen on June 3 in the town of Chatham. He is believed to be driving a 2020 white Kia Forte with New York registration HHH 3330. Police say it is possible that Dutcher could be in Rensselaer County in the area of Troy. Anyone with information is asked to call the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office at (518)828-3344 or your local police department.

Winter light show proposed for Fort William Henry

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - For years, the village of Lake George has aimed to be seen as more than a summertime tourist town. The Lake George Winter Carnival has pulled visitors while the water is frozen for 61 years, and Ice Castles has transformed Charles R. Wood Festival Commons since 2021. Lake George Winterfest runs through the season, offering discounts for those who enjoy the snowy season at the lake. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! This week, a proposed project would turn a third location in the village into another winter destination. A presentation before Warren County this week proposes turning Fort William Henry into a high-tech winter wonderland.On Tuesday, the Warren County Occupancy Tax Committee heard from Sara Mannix, of Mannix Marketing; Tom Lloyd, of Argyle-based Adirondack Studios; and Moment Factory, an international entertainment company that produces light shows and projected "experience" entertainm...

Response to overturning of Roe V. Wade, One year later

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--New York State acted quickly after learning that the Dobbs decision would overturn Roe Verses Wade. Governor Kathy Hochul vowing New York would be a safe haven for New Yorkers and those from other states seeking abortion services.The governor last year allocated $35 million dollars for abortion service providers, and in two consecutive sessions, the state legislature passed legislation that would amend the state constitution to enshrine protections for pregnancy outcomes.State lawmakers believe this would give the state a better legal argument in court if the federal government were to ever create a federal abortion ban. In order for this to become legal, New Yorkers will have to cast their votes in favor of amending the constitution when it’s on the ballot in 2024. In this year's state budget, $100 million dollars was also added for providers."I think in New York, we want to try to cover every single angle," said Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal.Most recently, ...

The US has tons of leftover food. Upcycling turns would-be trash into ice cream and pizza

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

LOS GATOS, Calif. (AP) — At Tyler Malek's ice cream parlors, one cook's trash is another chef's frosty treat. “Instead of calling this food waste, we need to call it wasted food and start decreasing how much wasting we're doing,” he said. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The head ice cream maker at the Portland, Oregon-based Salt & Straw uses the whey leftover from yogurt makers in upstate New York to make his lemon curd flavor. For chocolate barley milk, he mixes in the remnants of rice and grains from beer brewing to give it a light and creamy taste.Malek’s ice cream chain is among those at the forefront of the upcycling movement, the process of creating high-quality products from leftover food. Malek's shops from the Pacific Northwest to Miami now feature flavors like “Cacao Pulp & Chocolate Stracciatella Gelato,” which is made from leftover cacao pulp from chocolate production that otherwise would have gone to wa...

Remains identified as Missouri man who disappeared in 1981

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. -- The family of a Sedalia, Missouri, man who disappeared more than 40 years ago finally has at least one answer.The Rock Springs, Wyoming, Sheriff's Office announced Wednesday that human remains found in 1982, are those of Jack Clawson.Investigators said new forensic technology and advancements allowed them to put an identity to the remains.The sheriff's office said Clawson visited family members in Fremont, California, in July 1981. He left to return home to Sedalia, but no one heard from him again. Woman charged with ramming, shooting thieves who stole sister’s car Clawson's family reported that he was missing when he did not return to Sedalia in time for a planned hunting trip with friends shortly after he left California.GRANGER, Wyo. -- Sweetwater Sheriff's Office provided a picture of the area where pipeline workers discovered human remains in August 1982. (Photo: Sweetwater Sheriff's Office)A group of pipeline surveyors working in the remote desert near ...

Police arrest third suspect in connection with Nuggets celebration shooting

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

Denver police on Friday arrested a third individual in connection with a shooting that left 10 injured amidst a Denver Nuggets’ championship celebration in Lower Downtown.Kenneth Blakely, 24, is being held on investigation of attempted first-degree murder, police announced Friday afternoon on Twitter. The Denver district attorney will file formal charges.Police previously arrested two individuals — Ricardo Vazquez and Raoul Jones — in connection with the horrifying June 13 shooting near 20th and Market streets that investigators said may be connected to a drug deal. The flashes of gunfire came amidst thousands of jubilant fans reveling in the first NBA championship in franchise history. Half or more of the injured people were innocent bystanders.Vazquez and Jones were arrested on investigation of possession of a weapon by a previous offense, while Vazquez faces additional accusations of possession of a controlled substance.RELEASE: #Denver Police Arrest Suspect in ...

Stock market today: Wall Street falls to close out its first losing week in the last six

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

By STAN CHOE (AP Business Writer)NEW YORK (AP) — Another drop for stocks on Friday helped drag Wall Street to its first losing week in the last six.The S&P 500 fell 33.56, or 0.8%, to 4,348.33, pulling back further from last week when it reached its highest level in more than a year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 219.28, or 0.6%, to 33,727.43, and the Nasdaq composite sank 138.09, or 1%, to 13,492.52.Overseas markets also fell, while crude oil prices slipped amid worries that a stressed global economy may burn less fuel.Europe’s economy appears to be weaker than expected, according to a preliminary report measuring manufacturing and services businesses. That added to the week’s hesitance in markets, caused by a crank higher in interest rates by central banks around the world as they try to get high inflation under control. High rates drive down inflation by slowing the economy, which raises the risk of a recession.High interest rates in the United S...

California woman, 77, dies after snorkeling accident in Hawaii

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

A 77-year-old California woman died after experiencing trouble while snorkeling in Kauai this week, becoming the second Californian to lose their life at the popular Hawaiian island this month, officials said.Judith Bailey was pulled from the water at Poipu Beach Park on Monday when, according to Kauai Police, lifeguards saw her in distress in a lagoon area.She was conscious and alert when paramedics arrived, but she later passed away at Wilcox Medical Center in Lihue, police said. Autopsy results are still pending.Undated photo of Poipu Beach in Kauai. (Po‘ipū Beach Foundation)It was not immediately known where in California Bailey lived. Volunteer grief counselors on the island assisted the family, police said.“We are saddened to report this death of another visitor,” said Captain Kennison Nagahisa with Kauai Police. “We remind the public to be aware of your surroundings and your abilities in the water.”On June 9, Lucas Ivor, 37, also from California, died while swimming off Tunne...

Woman Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Collision on Home Avenue [San Diego, CA]

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:23:12 GMT

59-Year-Old Female Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Fatal Accident near Gateway DriveSAN DIEGO, CA (June 23, 2023) – Wednesday morning, one woman was fatally struck in a pedestrian collision on Home Avenue.Authorities responded to the scene at approximately 4:53 a.m., in the 4100 block of Home Avenue near Gateway Drive.Per reports, the 61-year-old female driver of a black 2007 Chevrolet Colorado pickup-truck was heading east in the No.2 lane of Home Avenue. There, the Chevy struck a 59-year-old woman who was walking west in the No.2 lane.Upon impact, the woman was thrown onto the No.1 lane where she was hit by another white pickup-truck. Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced the female pedestrian dead at the scene. Although, police have not yet released her identity.Officers say the driver of both vehicles stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.At this time, an active investigation to determine further details is still currently underway. Once avail...