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House republicans visit southern border

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - House Republicans say securing the border is their top priority in 2024.60 House republicans went to Eagle Pass, Texas to call on the Biden administration to change their border policies.They say a recent surge of migrants arriving at the border is proof President Joe Biden’s border management is failing.This trip comes at a critical time, as Congress is still in search of a border compromise, and the White House says any change to border policy is up to Congress.“It’s been an eye opener. One thing is absolutely clear, America is at a breaking point,” said House Speaker Mike Johnson.Last month, border officials reported the highest monthly total of migrant encounters on record, Republicans blame that on the Biden administration.“The Biden administration needs to end catch and release. And they need to deport people by the thousands not by the dozens,” said Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas).But the Assistant Secretary for Border and Immigration Policy at the Departm...

Go back to yesteryear and watch 150 films with Alamo Drafthouse's 'Time Capsules' series

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Throughout January and February, you can travel back in time to watch movie classics from a six-year span of cinema from "the end of the millennium," as Alamo Drafthouse kicks off its "Alamo Time Capsules" series.Patrons can watch movies like "The Goonies," "The Iron Giant," "Clueless," "Run Lola Run" and more, according to Alamo's website.Starting with the year 1999, you can journey through "the greatest years in the history of cinema:" 1999, 1994, 1989, 1984, 1979 and 1974, Alamo's website said.The movie theater chain said it digs deep to tell a story of that year, whether it be in cinema, culture and history. During the series, Alamo officials said online guests can expect to see "essential films" like "The Matrix," "Pulp Fiction," "Do The Right Thing," "Purple Rain," "The Warriors" and "The Godfather Part II."The series will also include exclusive merchandise, themed menus and special events. To see the cinema list in full, visit Alamo's website.

Science Museum of Minnesota receives record $6.5 million donation

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

The Science Museum of Minnesota announced on Wednesday it received a $6.5 million donation — the largest philanthropic gift in its 117-year history — from the estate of a longstanding donor.William D. Wells, a globe-trotting pioneer in combining the disciplines of psychology, marketing and research for major consumer brands, authored more than 60 books and academic papers before retiring as a professor of advertising from the University of Minnesota’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication.Wells died in September 2020, leaving behind a sizable estate that has allowed him, posthumously, to continue to encourage others to explore the intersections of scientific research, media and general education.In 2021, Twin Cities Public Television received a $9 million gift from the Wells estate, the largest philanthropic donation in the downtown St. Paul television station’s then-64-year history. Wells had been a contributor to TPT STEM programs like “SciGirls” and ...

Wild decimated by injuries, but they have a plan

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

Without several of their best players on Tuesday, the Wild gave themselves a chance to beat the Calgary Flames with strong second and third periods, yet still fell to their Central Division rival, 3-1, and lost ground in the playoff chase.Still, the team’s performance was, in general, something for the team to build on while it awaits the return of points leaders Kirill Kaprizov and Mats Zuccarello, top pair defenseman Jonas Brodin, veteran leader Marcus Foligno and No. 1 goaltender Filip Gustavsson.The group, which also includes fourth-line forward Vinni Lettieri, is responsible for a combined 28 goals, five game-winners and 81 points. Brodin ranks second to rookie Brock Faber in time on ice (23:54 average), and Gustavsson has a team-best 22 appearances, 10 wins and 2.96 goals-against average in net.Kaprizov, who has 13 goals and a team-high 34 points, was placed on injured reserve on Wednesday. He will be eligible to return next Monday against Dallas at Xcel Energy Center, althoug...

One on One: Amsterdam mayor lays out agenda for new term

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Meet the mayor — again. In Montgomery County, Michael Cinquanti will begin another four-year term as Amsterdam's chief executive. During a one-on-one interview with NEWS10’s, Zion Decoteau, he touched on everything from improving housing to crime management to revitalizing the city’s downtown. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We have several challenges, but they're all good challenges, they're all positive things so instead of having to fix messes, we are now getting things in place to improve,” said Cinquanti. The Independent Cinquanti says he wants to encourage more people to move to Amsterdam. Topping his list to achieve that goal is improving the city’s aging infrastructure such as roads and especially housing.“We want to build single-family condos, we want to build housing for seniors, we want to build housing apartments for working families...affordable apartments, and we want to build a homele...

New Hampshire man admits to receiving CSAM from a minor in Troy

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Isaiah Lafoe, 25, of Lancaster, New Hampshire, is facing time in prison after pleading guilty to receiving child sex abuse materials from a 13-year-old in Troy. Sentencing is scheduled for May 3. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Lafoe admitted to coercing the minor into sending him sexually explicit images and videos to him via social media applications. Lafoe did this on multiple occasions, including September 30, 2020, and between October 5, 2020, and February 15, 2021. Lafoe faces at least five years and up to 20 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, and a term of between five years and up to life of post-release supervision. He will also be required to register as a sex offender.

Schenectady man pleads guilty to sexually assaulting a minor

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Juan Garcia-Pleitez, 41, pleaded guilty to one count of criminal sexual act in the first degree. Garcia-Pleitez admitted to engaging in sexual conduct with a child under thirteen years old. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The sexual assault occurred in August at a residence in Schenectady County. The child was known to the defendant. According to court documents, the victim underwent a sexual assault examination. Physical evidence was collected and analyzed. The results corroborated the child's sexual assault disclosure.Sentencing is scheduled for March 11, 2024. Garcia-Pleitez is expected to receive a sentence of twelve to fifteen years in prison and twenty years of post-release supervision. Schenectady IDA to buy old, blighted restaurant building He will also be required to register as a sex offender. A full order of protection will be issued for the victim and her siblings.

Albany man gets 10 years for felony gun charge

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Ernest Legree, 20, of Albany, was sentenced to ten years in state prison and five years of post-release supervision. Legree pled guilty to criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, satisfying a four-count indictment. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, Legree possessed an illegal handgun and fired upon an occupied vehicle on November 30, 2022. Additionally, Legree allegedly possessed an illegal handgun on January 20 and 30, 2023.No injuries were reported in the shooting. Assistant District Attorney Bryanne Perlanski handled the prosecution of this case.

Starbucks lets customers use reusable cups for drive-thru, mobile orders

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

(The Hill) — Starbucks fans who want to be a bit more environmentally friendly in 2024, rejoice! The coffee giant will be the first national coffee chain to accommodate reusable cups for customers' drive-thru and mobile orders. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Customers will be able to use their own clean, personal cup for every visit at all company-operated stores and participating licensed stores in the U.S. and Canada—including drive-thru, the Starbucks app, and in café," the company said in a statement on its decision. "With the majority of Starbucks beverages enjoyed on-the-go, this milestone unlocks a big opportunity for customers to choose reusables and supports Starbucks commitment to reduce waste by 50 percent by 2030."“At Starbucks, we envision a future where every beverage can be served in a reusable cup," said Michael Kobori, Starbucks chief sustainability officer. "Offering customers more options to use a personal...

Missouri expecting two rounds of winter weather

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:47:23 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Missouri is expecting seasonable temperatures with dry weather through Friday. Meteorologists are expecting some snow starting Friday and a significant winter storm system to move into the area next week.Chris Higgins says that he is tracking the system that just landed on the west coast. This will bring some nuisance rain and snow showers to the region from Friday night into Saturday. Impacts from that storm system are expected to be minor at this time. St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here A much more powerful storm system will affect the entire region from Monday night through Tuesday next week. Powerful does not necessarily equal heavy snow for our area, although we cannot rule that out.This system has a lot of wind energy and a lot of moisture. What it lacks is cold air. Rain or snow, this system is expected to bring impactful weather to the region that is likely to impact travel. On the plus side, it will also deliver a solid shot of much needed pr...