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US regulators investigate GM's Cruise division over incidents involving pedestrians in roadways

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

U.S. regulators are investigating General Motors' Cruise autonomous vehicle division after receiving reports of incidents where vehicles may not have used proper caution around pedestrians in roadways.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the reports involve automated driving system equipped vehicles encroaching on pedestrians present in or entering roadways, including crosswalks. This could raise the risk of a vehicle striking a pedestrian, which could result in severe injury or death, according to the NHTSA. The NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation said that it's received two reports involving pedestrian injuries from Cruise vehicles. It's also identified two additional incidents from videos posted to public websites. The office said the total number of relevant pedestrian incidents is unknown. It opened an investigation on Monday. “Cruise’s safety record over 5 million miles continues to outperform comparable human drivers at a time when pedestrian injur...

Clifton Park unveils 2024 town budget proposal

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Clifton Park Town Supervisor Phil Barrett has released the 2024 proposed town budget to be reviewed by residents. The proposed budget maintains no town property tax status. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The General Fund spending is projected to be $21,380,016 with the Town Board continuing to invest in the parks and recreation of the Town. According to a release from the Town, 10 new Pickleball Courts are under construction, and the new Project Adventure Course at Collins Park is being mapped out on-site. Also, a new playground on The Common has been completed.The Town looks to continue partnering with local organizations for EMS services, along with making a strong commitment to maintaining and improving its infrastructure. According to a release from the Town, funding for stormwater, road repair, and sanitary sewer maintenance remains in the 2024 budget.

House of Horrors Wax Museum delivers chills, thrills

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Expect thrills and chills! At the House of Horrors Wax Museum, you can come face-to-face with characters from your favorite horror and slasher films."People can relate to this cause, it's everything from pop culture! These scary movies are getting more and more popular,” said Hunter Werner with Via Aquarium. Inside Viaport Rotterdam’s House of Horrors wax museum Although there are no jump scares or haunted house features, this museum has all the makings to deliver a hair-raising experience. The spooky experience extends across the hall to the Via Aquarium, where even the fish are getting into the Halloween spirit.Say cheese! The call to action at this horror-themed museum is to take selfies with characters from your favorite horror films. Haunted attractions in the Capital Region for 2023 If you don’t have a chance to make it to the attraction before Halloween, you’re in luck! House of Horrors Wax Museum is open until November 5.

98.3 TRY Social Dilemma: Can a Middle-Aged Man Go To The Taylor Swift Movie Alone

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Today's 98.3 TRY Social Dilemma came from Jason, and It's about the new Taylor Swift movie. Here's the email:  Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Hi Jaime. I am a major Taylor Swift fan, which is not surprising, until you find out that I am a single 46-year-old man. I've just always loved her music and don't see it being any weirder than me liking the music of any other artist. Her fans are very possessive of her and sometimes are not nice to other fans. Despite knowing this, I went to the "Era's" movie at the theatre this weekend. I was going to take my niece, but she was sick and none of my other friends wanted to go with me, so I went alone. I knew I might get some looks, but the reaction was worse than I had expected. I actually had two women ask me where my family was. I also noticed that no one would sit near me in the theatre, and it was really packed. Was I so wrong to go to this movie by myself? D...

Multiple crews responding to business fire near Cahokia Heights, Illinois

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. - An intense overnight fire gutted a Metro East convenience store very close to Cahokia Heights.Multiple fire crews are still on the scene on the 2900 block of Camp Jackson Road. Fire crews are still putting water on what's left of the 'County Line Quick Stop.' Earlier fire crews had their hands full with the flamesEmergency crews got call of the flames just before 2:30 a.m. The Camp Jackson Fire Department, which is just up the street from the location, were the first ones on the scene. Camp Jackson Fire Department Chief Chris Davis told FOX 2 that flames were already pouring from the building when he and his crews arrived. When should Missouri expect the first snow? The fire quickly went to five alarms, resulting in 35 firefighters spanning ten different fire departments. We're told the owners of the two-story building live in the upper half. There were three adults occupying the upstairs apartment at the time of the fire. Fortunately, no injuries were re...

MoDOT winter weather preparations starting Wednesday and Thursday

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Happening Wednesday and Thursday, the Missouri Department of Transportation is gearing up to tackle the challenges of the season.During this two-day drill, MoDOT's fleet of snow vehicles will be getting out on the state's highways and routes across the St. Louis area. It's a critical exercise that allows crews to fine-tune their response strategies for winter weather emergencies.As we anticipate the arrival of winter and the weather that comes with it, MoDOT is working to ensure roads remain safe and accessible. Keeping Missouri's roads clear is one of MoDOT's most critical functions when winter storms happen. St. Louis County Council passes tax freeze for seniors When we have snow and ice, MoDOT deploys every snowplow operator they have, and they work tirelessly, often in 12-hour shifts, to ensure the safety of the roads and the drivers on them. Their goal is to have major roads mostly clear within 24 hours of a storm's end. On Thursday, a news c...

St. Louis City judge assaulted at MetroLink station

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A St. Louis City judge was assaulted at a MetroLink station.Someone poured a liquid on Judge David Mason. He wasn't hurt. When should Missouri expect the first snow? Metro issued a statement saying, "This type of behavior is not tolerated," and they're working with St. Louis Police on the investigation.FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Former Illinois correctional officer pleads guilty to beating inmate

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. - A former Illinois correctional officer pleads guilty to federal charges for beating an inmate.25-year-old Christian Pyles admitted to violating an inmate's civil rights by using excessive force. St. Louis County Council passes tax freeze for seniors The inmate was in handcuffs when he was beaten at the Pinckneyville Illinois Correctional Center in April of last year.

St. Louis 'Basketball Wives' star being sentenced on federal charges today

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A former 'Basketball Wives' reality TV star and St. Louis radio personality is due in St. Louis federal court Wednesday.Brittish 'Cierrah williams is being sentenced on fraud charges. She pleaded guilty in May to 15 felonies from several fraud schemes. When should Missouri expect the first snow? Prosecutors claim she used social security numbers that were not hers to open accounts with banks and credit card companies. Williams then received thousands of dollars from an insurance company after filing fake medical bills.Prosecutors say they intend to have her repay the nearly $450,000 she got from her schemes.

Do you have questions about psychedelics? The Denver Post wants to hear from you

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 12:12:10 GMT

Psychiatrist Humphry Osmond first coined the word “psychedelic” in the 1950s, using it to describe the mind-altering effects of substances like mescaline and LSD. He derived the term from the Greek word psykhē, meaning “mind,” and dēloun, meaning “show.” It’s been widely interpreted to mean “mind manifesting.”Coloradans have likely heard much about psychedelics in the last year since voters chose to legalize and decriminalize certain drugs at the ballot box in November 2022.RELATED: Here’s what psychedelics are, how they work, and why you need to know about themThe Natural Medicine Health Act legalized psilocybin and psilocin, which are compounds found in “magic mushrooms,” for use in therapeutic settings. Bolstered by new research that suggests psychedelics can be effective tools to treat mental health, the measure paved the way for so-called “healing centers” where locals aged 21 and up will soon be able to have a journey under the supervision of a licensed professional.Related Ar...