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DMV seeks to simplify process to get a non-driver ID

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles launched an online tool that will simplify the process for residents to apply for a non-driver ID card. The pre-screening process will help customers avoid repeat trips to a DMV office. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Customers will need an NY.gov ID to access the pre-screening tool. The service will help the customers determine if they are eligible for a non-driver ID and the required documents they should bring to a DMV office. Customers will then need to make a reservation at their local DMV office.“Non-driver IDs are extremely helpful forms of identification for all kinds of people in New York State who do not drive, and now we are making it even easier to get one,” said DMV Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder. “The pre-screening service is part of a much broader effort underway at DMV to serve our customers better and achieve our goal of ‘one visit ...

Suspect accused of filing false information on SNAP application

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Amsterdam resident is being charged with first-degree offering a false instrument for filing. Angela Mitchell, 37, was arrested on Wednesday after a joint investigation by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Unit, the Department of Social Services, and the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the police, Mitchell filed a SNAP application but failed to disclose all income earned within the household. She was released on an appearance ticket to appear in the City of Amsterdam Court at a later date.

Asylum seekers enroll their students in school

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) – Many who arrived in the Capital District seeking asylum brought school-aged children. Questions about their education loomed, and on Thursday, NEWS10 got some answers as the Mohonasen Central School District enrolled students.Local volunteers showed up to help out on the last day that the district spent enrolling the 70 kids staying at Rotterdam's Super 8 hotel. At a church nearby, parents enrolled children who took assessments meant to help the district better meet them where they are academically. In the coming weeks, educators will determine what model they’ll use to ensure students are being educated to New York State learning standards.Assistant Superintendent Laurel Logan-King said she’s glad all the pieces are finally falling into place. “This truly has been a full community effort with the different churches that are involved, with the donations from the community,” she said. "Parents are showing up. It just has really been so incredibly heartwarmi...

How many UFO sightings were reported in New York this year?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

SAN DIEGO (KSWB) — Have you experienced an aerial phenomenon? You aren't alone. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) is a non-governmental, nonprofit corporation that investigates sightings of unidentified flying objects (UFOs). The center says it receives, records, corroborates and documents reports from individuals who believe they have witnessed an aerial phenomenon, and that roughly 2,000 sightings were reported in the U.S. so far this year.Since its founding in 1974, NUFORC says it has processed over 170,000 reports, which are listed online by date and location. The center explained that guaranteed anonymity to callers is a longstanding policy of the corporation. UFO-curious lawmakers brace for a fight over government secrets NUFORC makes available to the public all of its data in summary form with the time, location, duration of the sighting, and a short summary describing the UFO. ...

Discovering Saratoga: Treasures Consignment Boutique and Thrift Store

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - For almost 15 years, Treasures Consignment Boutique and Thrift Shop has been offering shoppers the thrill of the hunt. The store is run by the Saratoga Hospital Volunteer Guild and all proceeds go directly to support Saratoga Hospital. Taking the “No New Clothes” pledge with Ginger Zee They offer a wide selection of clothing, household and home decorating items, collectibles, vintage, linens, small furniture and more. The store is run by 40 volunteers, as well as part time and full time employees. Thrifting at Karie Jean’s Closet in Voorheesville The store is located on 60 West Avenue in Saratoga Springs. They're open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-5p.m.

Lake George Triathlon hits the water on Sept. 2-3

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - As summer comes to a close, an annual competition will return to the village of Lake George. The Lake George Triathlon runs, and swims, and bikes its way to town again this September. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 2-3, the annual triathlon will gather competitors at Million Dollar Beach. Athletes can choose to take on the Alpha Sprint, Alpha Olympic, or Alpha 70.3. Each one breaks down differently.Alpha Sprint750-meter swim12.4-mile bike ride3.1-mile runAlpha Olympic1,500-meter swim24.8-mile bike ride6.2-mile runAlpha 70.31.2-mile swim56-mile bike ride13.1-mile runThe Alpha 70.3 begins at 7 a.m. on Saturday, with awards presented that afternoon. On Sunday, the Alpha Sprint gets going at 6:30 a.m., followed by the Alpha Olympic at 7:10 a.m. Awards for both races will be given out at noon. Participants of all races must be present to claim their awards. What’s flying ...

Scotia Fire Department receives grant for new safety equipment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

SCOTIA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Scotia Fire Department was awarded a grant of over $67K to purchase new safety equipment. Congressman Paul Tonko made the announcement on Thursday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Funds will be used to replace nine outdated self-containing breathing apparatus packs. “This was a much-needed grant to bring our older packs up to date with current NFPA standards and keep our crews safe with up-to-date equipment,” said David Wood, Chief of the Scotia Fire Department. “Our Capital Region firefighters work tirelessly each and every day to keep our families and our communities safe,” Congressman Tonko said. “In order to honor their contributions and ensure their critical work continues, we must make certain that all those on the front lines have the tools and the training they need to do their jobs effectively and safely."

Missouri man charged in Granite City with child sex crimes, grooming

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

GRANITE CITY, Ill. – A central Missouri man was arrested this week in connection with a child sex crime investigation in Granite City, Illinois.According to Major Nick Novacich, assistant chief of police for the Granite City Police Department, a missing juvenile report was filed with the department on Aug. 7. The next day, police received information leading to the missing juvenile’s location.Investigators contacted police in California, Missouri, who then found the juvenile at a residence and took a suspect, identified as Naresh Bass-Ocasio, into custody. The juvenile was returned to their family. Calling out the Court: Missouri family battles jury summons for son who can’t serve Granite City detectives drove to the Moniteau County Sheriff’s Department and interviewed Bass-Ocasio. Detectives requested Bass-Ocasio be held pending charges.On Thursday, the Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office charged Bass-Ocasio, 22, with three counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, three c...

Missouri's governor is showing off his new tattoo

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

BRANSON, Mo. — Governor Mike Parson revealed he had a tattoo made honoring his office, voters, Missouri, his favorite team, Elvis, and his granddaughter. Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes ranks first in player merchandise sales Gov. Parson revealed on Facebook the backstory behind his first tattoo.Last week at Chiefs training camp, I had the opportunity to huddle with our Super Bowl 57 champions and show off my new ink.When I was in the Army, I had several buddies get tattoos but I never did. I always told myself if I ever got one it would have to be significant. Well this tattoo is very significant to me in a lot of ways.The “57” represents my time serving as Missouri’s 57th Governor. I was honored to earn 57% of the vote during our election in 2020. AND, as a lifelong Chiefs fan, serving as the 57th Governor when the Chiefs won the 57th Super Bowl was a welcomed bonus.The outline of Missouri represents my love for this state and its people. This state has always been my home, and when I g...

TikTok's American Idol-like music competition

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:04 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- TikTok announced this week that they are starting a virtual music competition. Gimme The Mic, a global competition to find new musical talent and help up-and-coming music creators. Anyone who is 18 or older can try out on TikTok LIVE for a chance to compete in #GIMMETHEMIC. The virtual talent show will have three phases: audition, semi-final, and grand final.Audition:To try out, individuals need to sign up on the app's audition page and post a 30-second or less video with the word #GIMMETHEMIC between August 7 and August 16.Semi-Final:After the auditions, 30 creators in the US will be chosen to perform and compete in pairs in the Semi-Final, a series of Multi-guest LIVE videos on @tiktoklive_us from September 1 to September 3. People who watch will be able to vote in real time for their favorite artists.Grand-Finale: For the final round, the top 10 contestants from the Semi-Final will compete in the US Grand Finale on September 10 for the chance to be named th...