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Man accused of mail theft misses hearing, judge revokes bond

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A man accused of mail theft in Travis County who was out on bond failed to surrender himself into custody for a scheduled hearing April 24, according to Travis County court records. He has since had his bond revoked by a judge.According to documents, 40-year-old Matthew Aaron Smart forfeited his bond after he absconded. Smart was out on bond for mail theft of about 30 addresses in the Leander area. RELATED: Suspected mail, ID thief arrested; KXAN investigation credited Past KXAN reporting showed that police originally connected Smart to the thefts through video obtained during a KXAN investigation.Watch the newscast from the previous report below. RELATED: Thieves using USPS ‘master key’ to steal mail in Leander Smart was accused of using a U.S. Postal Service master key to steal mail from a neighborhood in Leander, according to officials.

New Valleyfair policy requires chaperones for 15 and under after 4 p.m.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

Valleyfair opens for the season this weekend, but some younger guests will need to bring along chaperones if they want to join in on the fun.As part of a new chaperone policy, the Shakopee amusement park will require all guests ages 15 or younger to be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 to be admitted to, and remain in, the park after 4 p.m.After 4 p.m., chaperones do not need to stay in constant physical proximity to their charges, a spokesperson tells the Pioneer Press, but must remain within the park and available by phone.The new policy — which is also going into effect at other regional amusement parks owned by Cedar Fair Parks — will be enforced on Sunday for Valleyfair’s opening day, as well as on Saturday for a preview event for season passholders.Soak City, Valleyfair’s waterpark, opens on May 27.Why the change?“Over the past two years, there have been increasing incidents of unruly and inappropriate behavior across our industry and ...

Twins starting pitcher Tyler Mahle headed for season-ending surgery

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

The story of the Twins season thus far has been the outstanding work they’ve received from their starting pitchers. But their depth at that position will be tested as the team announced Thursday that Tyler Mahle will undergo Tommy John surgery, ending his season essentially before it began.Mahle, 28, made just five starts this season, posting a 1-2 record with a 3.16 earned-run average. He was removed from his last start on April 27 after four innings due to discomfort in his right elbow.The Twins acquired Mahle in a trade with the Reds last August, shipping three prospects to Cincinnati including young sluggers Spencer Steer and Christian Encarnacion-Strand. The Twins were aware of Mahle’s history of arm problems, and he made just four starts after the trade in 2022 before he was shut down with a strained shoulder.However, the team doesn’t think the shoulder and elbow injuries are related.“These things happen over time. It’s chronic use,” Twins president of baseball operations Dere...

What Loons captain Michael Boxall wants to see from Emanuel Reynoso

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

Minnesota United star player Emanuel Reynoso has been doing multiple workouts each day and has been meeting with MLS to work toward having his suspension lifted, but he has yet to sit down with his teammates to make amends for missing the first four months of the MLS season.Loons captain Michael Boxall talked Thursday about what he would like to see from Reynoso.“You’d like to understand kind of what was going on, but at the end — I’m not — I’m the last person that is going to judge anyone else,” Boxall said. “The feeling around the team is no one really holds grudges here, so if he willing to do the work, if he’s willing to work hard for the club and his teammates and for the fans and obviously make up for the last six months, then it’s something we need to see.”Reynoso didn’t report to preseason training in early January and was suspended without pay by MLS in mid-February. He missed the first 30 percent of the season and his return to the field for MLS games is still a ways off.“...

City of Pittsfield shuts down COVID-19 dashboard

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- The City of Pittsfield is shutting down the COVID-19 dashboard on the city's website. The announcement was made in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announcement regarding the end of the public health emergency for COVID-19. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “The COVID-19 dashboard has been a vital tool to the City of Pittsfield over the last three yearsproviding us with the opportunity to keep the public aware of case counts, important protocols, and information for vaccinations through all stages of the pandemic,” said Mayor Linda M. Tyer.“As we transition from a public health emergency, I want to express my gratitude for the supportthe community provided in response to these challenging times. Moving forward, the PittsfieldHealth Department will continue to be a source for information and resources regarding COVID-19,” said Health Director Andy Cambi.

Crash closes State Route 85

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Officials report a crash on the westbound side of State Route 85 at the town line between Bethlehem and the city of Albany. It is so severe that authorities have closed the road in both directions. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! At first, only the right shoulder was closed near the Krumkill Road exit ramp. Stick with NEWS10 for more on this developing story. We'll keep you up to date as we get information on potential injuries confirmed by police.Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!

NYSDOT: Exit 17 northbound on I-87 closed this weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

MOREAU, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Starting on Friday, the northbound off-ramp for Exit 17 on Interstate-87 will be closed for work on a previously announced bridge replacement and interchange configuration project. The southbound ramp will remain open. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Motorists traveling northbound on I-87 will be detoured to Exit 18, where they can loop back down. Motorists who want to utilize the on-ramp from Route 9 to the northbound Northway will be detoured southbound to Exit 16, where they can get on the highway.The closures will remain from 7 p.m. on Friday until Monday, May 15, at 6 a.m. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly. Fines are doubled for speeding in work zones.

Town of Glenville announces bulk drop-off program

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

GLENVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Town of Glenville is partnering with Twin Bridges to host a town-wide refuse collection for local residents. From July 15 to 22, containers can be found at the Town of Glenville complex at 18 Glenridge Road. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Residents can visit the complex from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents should remain in their vehicles and follow directions from on-site personnel. The Town will verify residency.Accepted ItemsItems not acceptedFurniture: Sofa, Love Seats, Recliners, Tables, Chairs, Mattresses, Box Springs, Rugs/Carpets (4 feet or less, must be rolled), Patio FurnitureFixtures: Sinks, Toilets, Cabinets, Doors, ScreensMetals: Metal Doors, Pipes (4 feet or less), Fencing, Lawn Mowers, Weed Wackers/Trimmers (no gas or oil), Automotive parts (no gas or oil), Small household repair materials & small metal shedsAppliances: Refrigerators, Freezers, Air Conditioners, or other items c...

Supreme Court sides with ex-Cuomo aide, others convicted of corruption related to 'Buffalo Billion'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled for a onetime top aide to ex-Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo of New York and for others who were convicted of corruption related to an economic development project known as the "Buffalo Billion.”In two cases before the court, both liberal and conservative justices were unanimous in saying there were problems with the convictions. The cases are the latest in a line stretching back years that criticize federal prosecutors for overreaching in public corruption cases against state and local officials, as well as people doing business with government.In 2020, the high court threw out the convictions of political allies of former Gov. Chris Christie, R-N.J., over the “Bridgegate” scandal that involved four days of traffic jams on the George Washington Bridge. In 2016, the Supreme Court threw out the bribery conviction of former Gov. Bob McDonnell, R-Va.The current cases grew out of the “Buffalo Billion” development project, which was inte...

I-55 dust storm crash: Illinois State Police release final victim's name

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:29:53 GMT

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ill. - Earlier this month, a blinding dust storm led to a massive pile-up on Interstate 55 in south-central Illinois, which claimed the lives of seven people. On Thursday, the Illinois State Police released the name of the last unidentified victim.According to investigators, wind gusts blew dirt from nearby farm fields across the roadway, causing the spring version of "white-out" conditions on the interstate on the morning of May 1. The crashes happened in both the northbound and southbound lanes around 10:55 a.m., between mile markers 72 and 78. As a result, I-55 was shut down between Litchfield and Divernon, south of Springfield, Illinois. State police said 72 vehicles were involved in the crashes, and 37 were taken to area hospitals to be treated for a variety of injuries, ranging from minor to critical.Four people from Illinois died in the pile-up, along with two from Missouri, and one person from Wisconsin.The last person to be identified is Otto Medina-Salaz...