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15 people displaced after fire rips through four buildings on Grand Street

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and Fire Chief Joseph Gregory addressed the public to provide an update regarding the early-morning fire on Grand Street in Albany's Mansion Neighborhood. Other city officials were in attendance. Several buildings on Grand Street engulfed in flames this morning when a fire broke out just before 2:00 a.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “We arrived at 1:57 a.m. to find a heavy fire condition in the rear of three structures," Joseph Gregory, Albany Fire Chief, said. "Three structures were fully involved at that point and were active fire; the fire quickly moved throughout the buildings.” No one was injured and several animals were rescued. 15 people were displaced and 10 apartments were damaged. Mayor Kathy Sheehan was on scene early this morning surveying the damage, she said all four buildings will likely have to be demolished. “It is clear that three of th...

Iowa's Clark: Don't criticize LSU's Reese for gesture

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Iowa standout Caitlin Clark said there's no reason for LSU's Angel Reese to be criticized on social media for waving her hand in front of her face while staring down Clark during the women's NCAA championship game. Clark, The Associated Press Player of the Year, made a similar gesture to no one in particular during Iowa’s victory over Louisville in the Elite Eight. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “I don't think Angel should be criticized at all. No matter which way it goes, she should never be criticized for what she did. I'm just one that competes — and she competed," Clark said Tuesday on ESPN's “Outside the Lines, " adding: "I think everybody knew there was going to be a little bit of trash talk in the entire tournament. It's not just me and Angel.”Reese, who was named the Final Four’s Most Outstanding Player, waved her hand in front of her face as if to say “you can't see me” while staring down Clark in ...

MSHP: Some deaths, injuries after tornado strikes southern Missouri

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

BOLLINGER COUNTY, Mo. - The Missouri State Highway Patrol confirms there are some deaths and injuries after a tornado struck some areas south of the St. Louis region Wednesday morning. MSHP was not able to confirm how many people have died or were hurt from the tornado. Rescue and search operations continue Wednesday in Bollinger County. FOX 2's Chris Higgins has been following the situation closely and shared many photos of damages from Glenallen, one community of Bollinger County. An intense storm system made way overnight in Bollinger County and other counties a little closer to Cape Girardeau. Tornadoes were warned in the 3 a.m. hour. FOX 2's debris tracker showed various impacts in Bollinger County, particularly in the Glenallen and Grassy communities near Marble Hill. Initial reports and observations show extensive damages to homes, trees and other property. The National Weather Service has confirmed the storm system as a tornado based on radar data. FOX 2 is awaiting informat...

Tornado confirmed in Bollinger County, 'widespread' damage reported

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

MARBLE HILL, Mo. - Bollinger County, just south of the St. Louis region, was hit hard by tornado-warned storms Wednesday morning. The National Weather Service has confirmed the storm system as a tornado based on radar data. FOX 2 is awaiting information on this specific twister’s path and intensity.The Missouri State Highway Patrol confirms there are some deaths and injuries after a tornado struck the village of Glenallen, nearly two hours south of the St. Louis region. Clarke Parrott, a spokesperson for MSHP Troop E, spoke with FOX 2 meteorologists and reporters Wednesday morning about the latest response efforts. Top story - MSHP: Some deaths, injuries after tornado strikes southern Missouri MSHP confirmed with FOX 2 just before 8 a.m. that there were some fatalities and injuries from the tornado, though it's not yet clear how many. Parrott says damage is widespread, while some rescue and search efforts are also underway. FOX 2's Woods Basement Systems Storm Runner surveyed the...

Traffic delays after car trapped under semi on I-270

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Traffic is slowed down on southbound Interstate 270 on Wednesday morning as crews work to remove a car trapped under a semi-trailer. The car is stuck around I-270 near Gravois Road around Sunset Hills. Top story - MSHP: Some deaths, injuries after tornado strikes southern Missouri Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes and take time on their commutes Wednesday amid severe weather risks. This is a developing story. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

Police searching for missing 7-year-old from Arlington Heights

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

Police are searching for missing 7-year-old Derek Clay from the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles. The child was last seen on Tuesday, April 4, at around 4:30 p.m. in the courtyard of an apartment complex in the 1100 block of Crenshaw Boulevard, the Los Angeles Police Department said in a news release. Derek is described as a Black 7-year-old male who has short black hair, brown eyes and a medium build. He's 5 feet tall and weighs 130 pounds. Missing 7-year-old Derek Clay He was last seen wearing a gray t-shirt, gray sweater, dark pants and blue shoes. Anyone with information regarding Derek's whereabouts is urged to call the Wilshire Area Police Station at 213-473-0476. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a ...

Buena Park apartment fire displaces 15, including 4 children

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

An early-morning fire in Buena Park has forced 15 people out of their homes.The fire broke out at about 1 a.m. in the 7700 block of 10th Street and was knocked down in 51 minutes by more than 40 firefighters, according to the Orange County Fire Authority."Our crews here were hampered with some challenges such as wires down that were affected by the fire," said Capt. Thanh Nguyen. "And then also, multiple units involved in fire."The OCFA added on Twitter that about $2 million worth of damage was done to the structure, plus another $250,000 to the contents of the units.Though no injuries were reported, the blaze did spread to a second building, though it remains unclear if the damage to that second structure is included in the dollar amount cited by fire officials.Fifteen people, four of whom are children, were displaced. One of those forced to leave their homes, Ashley Rodriguez, spoke to KTLA about escaping the blaze."It was like swirling black smoke that was coming up through the f...

Man accused of stealing cooking oil from L.A. restaurants

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

A man wanted in connection with a string of commercial-kitchen grease thefts was arrested late last month, authorities with the Beverly Hils Police Department announced Monday.  The suspect, identified as Alfred Jose Padilla of Lynwood, was taken into custody after an “investigative traffic stop” just before 2 a.m. on March 24, according to a BHPD news release. While authorities did not provide the exact location of the traffic stop or say how much stolen grease he had on him, they did note that the suspect was also in possession of a loaded firearm and a controlled substance. Truck belonging to Alfred Padilla, who was arrested on March 24, 2023, by police in Beverly Hills. (BHPD)Firearm found in Alfred Padilla's possession when he was arrested by police in Beverly Hills on Mar. 24, 2023. (BHPD)Often referred to as cooking oil, used kitchen grease is traded as a commodity. It can be used in the production of renewable diesel and biodiesel fuels. Many restaurants store the kitch...

Tourist missing in San Francisco after cruise ship sailed without her

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

A tourist has been reported missing in San Francisco after failing to board a cruise ship, police said.Alaina Adams (San Francisco Police Department) Alaina Marie Adams, 33, was supposed to have been on the Celebrity Solstice, which departed Pier 27 on Monday evening after an overnight stay.The woman who reported her missing around 6 p.m. Monday said she did not know where Adams was when they last had contact by phone.Adams is 5-foot-4, 140 pounds, with tattoos behind both ears and on her right foot. She sometimes wears glasses.Police say there are no known imminent risk factors and no evidence of foul play.The Celebrity Solstice is on a seven-day Pacific coast cruise out of Los Angeles.Anyone who sees Adams should call 911 and report her whereabouts and physical description, police said.People who may have information about her can call the San Francisco Police Tip Line at (415) 575-4444 or text a tip beginning “SFPD” to TIP411. You may remain anonymous.Related Art...

Leaving California? Here are the best job markets out there

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:38 GMT

One reason folks relocate from California is employment opportunities.So, as a public service to those thinking about departing the Golden State – and to share some job market history lessons – my trusty spreadsheet dug up some data on solid paychecks. Looking at employment stability in other state job markets using data dating to 1990, Utah is the nation’s most stable job market.Next comes California nemesis Texas, then North Dakota, South Dakota, Idaho and Montana. Oh, and California’s other big economic rival, Florida, ranked No. 13.At the same time, job seekers should avoid Rhode Island, Michigan, West Virginia, Hawaii and Connecticut.Now any Californian hunting for out-of-state work should understand how job markets act differently over time. Understandably, there are no guarantees in job searches or workplace longevity. But do you want to uproot yourself – or a household – for a job market prone to sharp gyrations?With all the chatter about a California population exodus, here...