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With cyclists in mind, MnDOT to unveil three designs for John Ireland Boulevard reconstruction by State Capitol

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

In the spring and summer of 2026, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will rebuild John Ireland Boulevard from the Minnesota State Capitol over Interstate 94 almost to Kellogg Boulevard, a $16.2 million project that will take its spans offline for most of the construction season.An undated architectural rendering shows one of three options for a rebuild of John Ireland Boulevard in St. Paul. In the spring and summer of 2026, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will rebuild John Ireland Boulevard from the Minnesota State Capitol over Interstate 94 almost to Kellogg Boulevard, a $16.2 million project that will take its spans offline for most of the construction season. (Courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Transportation)The boulevard, which technically spans two bridges built in the mid-1960s, already has markings for in-street bike lanes. An open house on Tuesday will showcase three potential designs for the new bridge decks, which could stay roughly the same, add a...

Earth Day is Saturday. A city cleanup, sidewalk art, drain clearing, fashion show are among ways to get involved

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

With Earth Day on Saturday, various efforts in the Twin Cities are being made to raise awareness for the environment. Events include a citytwide clean up in St. Paul, the Adopt-A-Drain program, a sidewalk chalk art program and more.The whole family is invited to celebrate Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, 2023 by taking part in various volunteer opportunities and fun events, like the Pictures, Poems, and Play! sidewalk chalk event. Spend the day creating sidewalk art with the community! (Courtesy of Gateway Brown’s Creek Trail Association)For the whole familyThe Pictures, Poems, and Plays! sidewalk chalk art event is happening Saturday, all day long. The Gateway Brown’s Creek Trail Association in Grant is inviting community members of all ages to celebrate the earth by bringing bags to collect trash and bringing their own sidewalk chalk to create art. They ask that anyone participating wears bright colors, stays in groups, and to “fill the trail with pictures, poems, and playful ...

NYS Lawmakers to vote on Assembly map

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--After several meetings held around the state getting the public’s input, The Independent Redistricting Commission voting to send the final proposal on to the state legislature. The map is similar to the one that’s currently in place."I was fortunate," said Assembly Minority Leader, Will Barclay. "I think there is something like 17 districts— at least that’s what I heard, that don’t change at all. I happen to be one of them."However, some districts do change.The single most effected district was the 101st. We called it the snake district, some called it an abomination. But it was a very, very long, thin district that reached from as far as southern New York near Westchester, all the way up to the Syracuse area. Some places or many places only a single town wide," explained Charles Nesbitt, Vice Chairman of the Independent Redistricting Commission. That district belongs to Republican Assemblyman Brian Maher. In a statement, he said, “I have truly enjoyed getting...

Housing hold up in NYS Budget

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- It's the latest budget in 13 years. The 2023 budget is now 20 days past its April 1 deadline. On Thursday, Hochul signed the third budget extender to keep state operations funded and state workers paid until Monday. Lawmakers are struggling to come to an agreement on housing. Tenants, legislators rally at Capitol for good cause eviction "I hope, we’re at the beginning of the end. This has been the most policy laden budget that we’ve… that I’ve ever had to deal with," said Senate Majority Leader, Andrea Stewart-Cousins. Governor Hochul's budget proposal includes creating 800,000 new homes over the next ten years, an annual growth of one percent housing in upstate, and a three percent in downstate. The initiative would override local zoning laws which comes with some pushback from municipalities and lawmakers, like Senator George Borrello. "It's going to try to shoehorn hundreds of thousands of new units into very small areas, essentially it’s going to take a...

Is it legal to collect rainwater in Missouri & Illinois?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - It's that time of year when threats of storms and torrential rainfall are common around the St. Louis area. When it pours, you might be tempted to place a bucket, barrel or some sort of container outside to collect rainwater. Some people may do this in hopes to reduce their water bills or conserve local waters. Trending: Woman tracks stolen AirPods, but says St. Louis police can’t help Although the CDC advises against drinking rainwater (due to risks of harmful bacteria), there is no federal law against collecting it and reusing it for non-potable purposes. In fact, rainwater could be potentially used for the following tasks: Watering your garden, lawn or plantsCleaning garden toolsWashing your carBathingLaundrySince there aren't any federal regulations against collecting rainwater, it's left up to states to decide whether to allow it. Some municipalities may also have ordinances encouraging or prohibiting the practice as well. According to the World Water Reserve, th...

Man injured in south St. Louis City crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One person was hurt in a car crash in south St. Louis City early Thursday morning.Emergency crews had to cut the car to get the victim out. The crash happened on Ohio Avenue at Arsenal Street. Trending: Woman tracks stolen AirPods, but says St. Louis police can’t help The person driving hit a parked car trailer. The driver, a 37-year-old man, was rushed to a hospital in critical condition. Preliminary information from hospital staff suggests he might survive.

Avalanche coach Jared Bednar thought he finally had difficult lineups decisions to make in Stanley Cup Playoffs. Then another last-second injury made a choice for him.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

Before Game 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, Avalanche coach Jared Bednar joked about the uncharted territory where he found himself.Did it feel nice to finally be confronted with difficult lineup decisions after an injury-hounded regular season in which he didn’t have to make a lot? “Probably haven’t had to make any,” he said, laughing. “Never mind a lot of them.”By that night, the choice had already been taken away from him.With Cale Makar and Josh Manson back from injuries in Game 1 of the first round, the Avalanche suddenly had a surplus of defensemen. Someone had to be scratched. Nineteen Avalanche skaters warmed up at Ball Arena, including seven blueliners. But Jack Johnson participated in line rushes with the third pairing; Erik Johnson did not. In the official lineup sheet issued to reporters by the team, Erik Johnson was a scratch.Until minutes before puck drop, when Jack Johnson was ruled out with a lower-body injury. Erik Johnson played. ...

Pomona man indicted for importing meth from Mexico into Arizona: Officials

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

A 21-year-old from Pomona was indicted last week on a pair of felony charges: importation of methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. According to a report released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, David Daniel Gallegos of Pomona allegedly applied for admission into the United States from Mexico at the San Luis Port of Entry in San Luis, Arizona, on March 14. When Customs and Border Protection officers inspected Gallegos’ vehicle, they discovered 103 hidden packages within the vehicle’s doors, rear quarter panel and center console. In total, the packages weighed 104.47 pounds.  Is it safe to live in a house where meth was cooked? “The packages contained a white substance that field-tested positive for the presence of methamphetamine,” ICE said in a statement. Each count carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, a fine of up to $1 million and up to lifetime of supervised release. 

Charges against Alec Baldwin in fatal 'Rust' shooting to be dropped: Report

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

Prosecutors in the case of the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the film "Rust" are reportedly set to drop all charges against Alec Baldwin.The paperwork is expected to be filed soon by special prosecutors Kari Morrissey and Jason Lewis to dismiss the involuntary manslaughter charges against Baldwin without prejudice, Deadline reports.According to the publication, this could mean the case will be further investigated. Baldwin was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter for the October 2021 deadly shooting of Halyna Hutchins at a ranch on the outskirts of Santa Fe, New Mexico. The move comes weeks before a scheduled preliminary hearing on May 3. “We are pleased with the decision to dismiss the case against Alec Baldwin and we encourage a proper investigation into the facts and circumstances of this tragic accident,” said lawyer Luke Nikas in a statement to Variety. Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ movie to resume filming in spring Baldwin's codefendant, Hannah Gut...

L.A. County Public Health Department issues ocean water use warnings for several beaches

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:19:53 GMT

The warm weather and sunshine are starting to come back to Southern California, but the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is cautioning those who plan to visit some county beaches to avoid the water. Ocean water use warnings have been issued due to high bacteria levels at several locations that exceeded health standards when last tested. The Public Health Department advises individuals to “avoid swimming, surfing and playing in ocean waters” at the following locations in L.A. County: Malibu Lagoon at Surfrider Beach Las Flores Creek at Las Flores State Beach Santa Monica Pier Pico-Kenter storm drain at Santa Monica Beach Santa Monica Canyon Creek at Will Rogers State Beach Strand Street extension at Santa Monica Beach Mother’s Beach in Marina del Rey. Warnings have been lifted for the following beach areas: Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro Ramirez Creek at Paradise Cove Marie Canyon storm drain at Puerco Beach Pena...