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FOX 9’s Tom Lyden and MPR’s John Wanamaker both leaving jobs to care for ailing elders

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

Two longtime Twin Cities broadcast journalists have left the airwaves this week to take care of ailing elders. They’re also longtime friends.“We’ve been talking about this for 15 years. We love our families and we know our obligations,” said Tom Lyden, an investigative reporter for FOX 9, which aired a tribute to him Thursday during the 9 p.m. newscast. Thursday also was the last day on the job for Minnesota Public Radio News host John Wanamaker.The pair have a total of 50 years experience in the market. Lyden spent three decades at FOX, while Wanamaker worked for WCCO Radio for six years before moving to MPR in 2010.“A lot of people are dealing with aging parents, the baby boomer generation or older,” Wanamaker said. “I don’t feel I’m any different than any of them. My wife and I are doing the best we can.”Wanamaker, 57, is moving to Indianola, a city 14 miles south of Des Moines, to take care of his wife Lisa Erb’s parents.“We want to keep my in-laws ...

Wild star Kirill Kaprizov more motivated to win, and improve, than ever

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

On the first day of Wild training camp, Kirill Kaprizov was asked what he expected from himself this season.“I’m not a big fan of guessing or setting expectations ahead of time,” the winger said through translator Ilya Kravtchouk.Marcus Foligno had no such qualms, at least as they applied to the young Russian who scored a combined 114 goals in his first three NHL seasons.“You’re going to see a better Kaprizov out there,” Foligno told reporters after his morning session at TRIA Rink. “It’s scary to say, but it’s great for us. … He’s ticked off.”Kaprizov, 26, scored 40 goals among 75 points in 67 games last season but said Thursday the season was something of a disappointment. He missed nearly the entire final month of the regular season with a lower-body injury after getting mugged in Winnipeg by 6-foot-7, 242 pound Jets defenseman Logan Stanley.Kaprizov played the final two regular-season games. He scored a goal in a 2-1 overtime victory in Game 1 of the first-round playoff series a...

PHOTOS: Adirondack Balloon Festival takes the cake

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - On Thursday in downtown Glens Falls, it started with two elected officials and a banner. Said banner was carried by Assemblyman Matthew Simpson and Senator Dan Stec in honor of the Adirondack Balloon Festival, as the pair led a pipe and drum band and a series of trucks carrying balloon baskets up the length of Glen Street. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Adirondack Balloon Festival parade begins in downtown Glens Falls, N.Y.The Adirondack Balloon Festival parade begins in downtown Glens Falls, N.Y.The Adirondack Balloon Festival parade begins in downtown Glens Falls, N.Y.The Adirondack Balloon Festival parade begins in downtown Glens Falls, N.Y.The Adirondack Balloon Festival parade proceeds down Glen Street towards Crandall Park in downtown Glens Falls, N.Y.The Adirondack Balloon Festival parade proceeds down Glen Street towards Crandall Park in downtown Glens Falls, N.Y.The Adirondack Balloon ...

Federal government to relaunch website for free COVID tests

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Starting Monday, you can get free COVID tests from the federal government again. The Biden administration is digging into their stockpiles to restart their free test program and paying $600 million to U.S. manufacturers to make more tests.The website COVIDtests.gov will be back up on Sept. 25 and will allow each American household to order four free tests. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "We think it's really important to prevent the spread of COVID for people to be able to test to know whether they have it or not,” U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response Dawn O'Connell said.O’Connell says the tests will come from the federal stockpile that they’ve built up.The Biden administration is also paying $600 million to various U.S. manufacturers to produce more COVID tests for future use. O’Connell calls it a strategic investment meant to strengthen our own suppl...

Longtime Albany police officer retires

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A longtime member of the Albany Police Department is retiring. Officer Steve Smith was recognized on Thursday for his two decades of work in law enforcement.He was the Albany Police Department's public information officer for the past 11 years. He kept the public and media informed in the role. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! He said he is grateful to play a role in building relationships between the department and the community."There are so many people in this community who are engaged, who are really just working with the police department to enhance public safety and quality of life, and that was the part I really, really enjoyed," he said.Smith also thanked his family for their support.

Fathers, father figures drop kids off at school in Schenectady

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- More than 250 local students were dropped off at school on Thursday by their fathers and father figures. The Schenectady City School District took part in Dads Take Your Child to School Day. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Once the kids were dropped off, the fathers came together for coffee and conversation with each other and school leaders. The national campaign started 16 years ago to promote the importance of fathers being present in their child's lives.

Darryl Mount wrongful death lawsuit to go to trial

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A wrongful death lawsuit against the city of Saratoga Springs will go to trial. The decision regarding Darryl Mount's death has taken 10 years.Mount was left comatose in 2013 after falling from scaffolding while being chased by police. He died in 2014. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The defendants from Saratoga Springs were seeking a summary judgment in the case and cited his fall as the sole cause of his eventual death. Mount's family's lawsuit claims that was not the case. In reviewing the case, the judge reviewed officer testimony and ruled the case cannot be resolved by summary judgment. The city is planning an appeal of the ruling, but currently, the trial is set to begin on October 2.Saratoga Springs Mayor Ron Kim issued the following statement:"Notwithstanding any appeal, I support going to trial as soon as possible. I understand there are other ways this could resolve but I feel using...

Biden hosts Zelensky at White House amid funding fight for Ukraine

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought to project their unified front at the White House on Thursday as the two leaders made the case for continued U.S. aid to Ukraine in its war against Russia amid a backdrop of GOP infighting on the matter on Capitol Hill.Biden hosted Zelensky at the White House as the Ukrainian president made the rounds in Washington, including meeting with Republicans on Capitol Hill who have been skeptical of funding for Ukraine’s war effort. “Today I'm in Washington to strengthen our coalition to defend Ukrainian children, our families, our homes, freedom and democracy in the world,” Zelensky said in an Oval Office meeting with Biden. “And I started my day in the U.S. Congress to thank its members and the people in America for rolling big, huge support. I felt trust between us. It allowed us to have frank and constructive dialogue.”Zelensky said he and Biden would discuss weapons being sent to Ukraine “with a special emphasis on air ...

Broncos looking to build off encouraging special teams performance in Week 2

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

Marvin Mims Jr. was a blur.In the second quarter of last week’s loss to Washington, Denver’s rookie wide receiver fielded a punt from his team’s 15-yard and took off. He maneuvered past a defender before cutting to the outside, taking advantage of the open field near the sideline for a 45-yard return to Washington’s 40.On a sour Sunday afternoon, Mims’ return and kicker Wil Lutz going 2 for 2 on field goal attempts highlighted an encouraging day for the special teams unit. They are hoping to build on the performance Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.“Marvin was able to make a guy miss, which shows his short-area quickness, and then he was able to outrun some people,” special teams coordinator Ben Kotwica said. “Not every week you have a long return like that.”Mims’ return was just one part of a promising performance for the second-round pick. He caught two passes for 113 yards and a touchdown, finishing with the most all-purpose yards (168) by a Bronco in a single game since running...

CSU Rams vs. Middle Tennessee football: How to watch, storylines and staff predictions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:48:20 GMT

Colorado State (0-2) vs. Middle Tennessee State (1-2)When/where: 5 p.m. Saturday/Johnny Floyd StadiumTV/Radio: ESPN+/1600 AM, 104.3 HD2BetMGM Line: MTSU -3, 51.5 over/underWeather: 80 degrees, mostly sunnyFive storylinesAvoiding a letdown: The Rams are a week removed from playing their in-state rivals in the most-watched late-night college football game in ESPN history. Obviously, a trip to Murfreesboro is a bit of an emotional step down. Can the Rams summon the same intensity that showed up from the very first snap in Boulder? They better, because as Middle Tennessee showed last season, when the Blue Raiders pushed the Rams around in a 34-19 win in Fort Collins, this opponent demands it.Waiting for Kamara: Making matters even more challenging for the Rams? They will have play half the game without their most dominant defensive lineman, Mohamed Kamara. The fifth-year senior was a force of nature against the Buffs last Saturday, collecting two sacks and multiple hits on quarterback S...