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Gov. Hochul hopes to address affordability in new budget

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--- Ahead of her State of the State address, Governor Kathy Hochul shared she wants to expand consumer laws. Among the legislation she is proposing is a bill to ban co-pays for insulin on certain insurance plans."This will be the most expansive insulin cost-sharing prohibition in the nation. It will give financial relief for 1.6 million New Yorkers," said Hochul.Dr. Pasquale Passarella, Assistant Professor of Medicine and facility member of Albany Medical Center, explained just how expensive insulin can be."The cost of a vial of insulin can vary— and I’m taking this from GoodRX, anywhere from $30 up to $130 per vial. A single vial of insulin may last someone a couple days up to a few weeks."The governor also wants to amend the state’s disability law."...to increase the maximum paid benefit over the next 5 years. We’re gonna tie it to the statewide average weekly wage, just as we do for family leave," said Hochul.During the first 12 weeks of medical leave, employ...

Parallels between a 1994 St. Louis plane crash and recent Japan airline tragedy

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

ST. LOUIS - It's been nearly three decades since a collision involving a Trans World Airways commercial plane and a smaller Cessna charter plane as both attempted to takeoff from St. Louis. The crash happened during the late-evening hours of Nov. 22, 1994. Two occupants of the Cessna aircraft died. Officials reported eight injuries but no deaths among the 140 occupants on the TWA plane. FOX 2 dug through the archives and researched more about this collision after learning of an aircraft collision Tuesday morning along a runway in Japan. Five people died in Tuesday's collision, though like the St. Louis incident, more than 100 people were evacuated to safety.According to the National Transportation Safety Board, the St. Louis crash involved a six-year-old McDonnell Douglas MD-82 model plane bound for Denver as part of a regularly scheduled TWA Flight 427 route. It happened just before the 10 p.m. hour after some takeoff delays. St. Louis home riddled with bullets during short-term...

Former St. Louis mayor Francis Slay joins Missouri state highways commission

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Francis Slay, the former mayor of the City of St. Louis, has been appointed to Missouri's State Highways and Transportation Commission. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson announced Slay's appointment Tuesday afternoon. St. Louis home riddled with bullets during short-term rental party Slay previously served as Mayor of the City of St. Louis for 16 years from 2001 to 2017. He was the first mayor to be elected to a fourth four-year term in office.The State Highways and Transportation Commission is a policy-making body that has authority over all Missouri transportation programs and facilities, including bridges, highways, public transportation, and more. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Slay currently serves as executive director for the...

Rapids waive veteran defender Danny Wilson after six seasons, winger Sam Nicholson

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

The Colorado Rapids have waived defender Danny Wilson and winger Sam Nicholson, the club announced Tuesday.Wilson, 32, arrived in Colorado in 2018 and has appeared in 136 matches, starting 125 of them. Last season, he recorded one goal and one assist in what turned out to be the worst campaign in club history.He racked up the third-most minutes on the team with 2,315, behind center back partner Andreas Maxsø (2,924) and midfielder Connor Ronan (2,846).With the announcement coming less than a month after the Rapids traded 28-year old defender Andrew Gutman for 24-year old defender Miguel Navarro, it’s clear the club is committing to a younger core, which new head coach Chris Armas and Rapids president Pádraig Smith discussed at length upon Armas’ hiring.Related ArticlesColorado Rapids | The Top 10 Colorado soccer stories of 2023 Colorado Rapids | Rapids Notebook: Where things stand for Colorado heading into new year, new era Colorado Rapids | ...

Studio Movie Grill to give out free movie concessions throughout 2024

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

One Los Angeles-based movie theatre company will give free concessions to moviegoers throughout 2024 as part of a new campaign.The "It's on Us" campaign, created by the Studio Movie Grill, was implemented to express “appreciation for visitors at SMG by paying the food and beverage tab of every moviegoer in an auditorium during a randomly selected showtime,” a news release said. Pixar’s ‘Soul,’ ‘Turning Red’ and ‘Luca’ coming to theaters for limited-time after Disney+ debuts The event will randomly occur at the company’s L.A.-based locations in Bakersfield and Simi Valley.“We knew it was going to be a great season for holiday movie-going,” SMG CEO Ted Croft said in a statement.“We thought, ‘What better way to express our gratitude to these guests than to pay for it?’ So we did.The campaign will run parallel with the SMG’s Special Needs Screenings, featuring “unique screening considerations for thousands of special needs guests,” a news release said. The “It’s on Us” campaign start...

'Black Panther' actor hit by fleeing wrong-way driver

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

"Black Panther" actor Carrie Bernans was pinned under a food truck early Monday morning when she was hit by a wrong-way driver during a police chase in Manhattan, her mother announced on social media.Bernans' mother, Patricia Lee, shared several updates on her daughter's condition via her Instagram account, including several graphic photos of her injuries. She called the crash "traumatic," and said her daughter was knocked unconscious and suffered broken bones, fractures, and chipped teeth.The social media post ended with a note that Bernans' son was not with her and was safe with his family."I'm in so much pain," Bernans said in a video posted to her Instagram story Monday, adding that she "still can't really walk right now." In another post to her story later in the day, Lee said Bernans "was able to walk a few steps assisted." Ian Ziering addresses Hollywood mini-biker brawl, calls it ‘hooliganism’ Nine people, including Bernans and a police officer, were injured in the inciden...

Man Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Crash on Bruce Woodbury Drive [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

70-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Accident near Cougar DriveLAS VEGAS, NV (January 2, 2024) – One man died Friday night in a pedestrian crash on Bruce Woodbury Drive and Cougar Drive.At approximately 6:30 p.m. on December 22nd, an incident transpired involving a white 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 and a pedestrian crossing at a designated crosswalk. The driver collided with a 70-year-old male pedestrian, leading to the victim’s transportation by paramedics from Laughlin to a nearby hospital, where he eventually succumbed to his injuries.Police have not disclosed the identity of the deceased individual. Emergency personnel temporarily sealed off the vicinity for cleanup and initial procedures. Additional information will be disseminated once it becomes accessible.The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased man who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.Losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident leaves...

Pedestrian Injured in Two-Vehicle Accident on Roosevelt Avenue [San Antonio, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

Two-Vehicle Collision on Loop 410 Involves and Left a Pedestrian with InjuriesSAN ANTONIO, TX (January 2, 2024) – On Monday evening, a pedestrian sustained injuries in an accident on Roosevelt Avenue.The accident happened on December 25th around 8:00 a.m. involving a Lexus IS 250, a Chevrolet Equinox, and one pedestrian.Upon initial investigation, the responding troopers determined that the Lexus headed southbound on Roosevelt Avenue while the Chevy headed northbound.As the Lexus made a left turn onto Loop 410 access road, he failed to yield the right-of-way and got struck by the Chevy.Furthermore, the impact of the collision sent the Lexus onto the sidewalk causing it to crash into a 67-year-old man.Moreover, the man suffered serious injuries, and responding paramedics transported him to SAMMC for immediate medical attention.Following the crash, the authorities evaluated both drivers and the driver of the Lexus displayed signs of intoxication. Authorities then charged the dri...

Gerald Duncan Killed in Bicycle Accident on Navajo Road [Apple Valley, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

66-Year-Old Cyclist Fatally Struck in Bicycle Collision near Ottawa RoadAPPLE VALLEY, CA (January 2, 2024) – Gerald Duncan died early Tuesday night in a bicycle crash on Navajo and Ottawa Road. The incident occurred at approximately 6:00 p.m., on December 19th.As per reports, a cyclist was hit by the driver of a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado while crossing the No. 1 southbound lane. First responders found Duncan on the road with severe injuries, but despite attempts to save him, medics later declared the 66-year-old, a resident of Apple Valley, deceased.The 31-year-old Chevy driver emerged unharmed, while authorities closed Navajo Road between Powhatan and Osage roads for nearly five hours. Preliminary investigations suggest that the cyclist, Duncan, was wearing dark-colored clothing at the time of the incident.An ongoing active investigation is in progress, and anyone with information is urged to promptly contact local law enforcement.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow ...

High school boys basketball rankings Jan. 2, 2024: Bay Area News Group Top 20

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:49 GMT

For the first time this season, a team not named De La Salle sits atop our Bay Area News Group boys basketball rankings.Salesian is the new No. 1 after the Pride went 3-1 in the Platinum Division at the Damien tournament last week, beating tournament host Damien in the third-place game on Saturday after losing in overtime to St. John Bosco in the semifinals the previous day.De La Salle went 2-2 in the Platinum Division, falling to Damien in the second round before going 1-1 on the consolation side of the bracket.San Ramon Valley won the Gold Division at Damien for the second consecutive year, a magical four-game run that moved the Wolves from 14th to sixth in the latest rankings.They play host to No. 11 Berkeley on Thursday before moving on to East Bay Athletic League play next week.Monte Vista (14-1) jumped two spots to No. 3.Five EBAL and four West Catholic Athletic League teams are ranked in the Top 10.On to the rankings …Bay Area News Group Top 20(Mercury News & East B...