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Man climbs California radio tower holding 'Free Billie Eilish' sign

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

LOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- A man who scaled the KTLA news tower in Hollywood on Tuesday safely came down on his own after an hours-long standoff.Crews from the Los Angeles Fire Department received reports of the incident around 6:32 p.m. The man was seen sitting about 30 feet up the tower and straddling the KTLA marquee while holding a sign that read, "Free Billie Eilish."A man was seen climbing the KTLA 5 radio tower in Hollywood while holding a sign that read, “Free Billie Eilish” as authorities worked to remove him on April 25, 2023. (KTLA)A man was seen climbing the KTLA 5 radio tower in Hollywood while holding a sign that read, “Free Billie Eilish” as authorities worked to remove him on April 25, 2023. (KTLA)A man was seen climbing the KTLA 5 radio tower in Hollywood while holding a sign that read, “Free Billie Eilish” as authorities worked to remove him on April 25, 2023. (KTLA)A man was seen climbing the KTLA 5 radio tower in Hollywood while holding a sign that read, “Free Bill...

'A real love story': Florida couple celebrates 80 years of marriage

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

HAINES CITY, Fla. (WFLA) - A lifetime of golf, dancing and love began on a New Jersey beach."I asked for her phone number and I remembered the number,” said Vic Gerard, 101.Gerard rode buses and trains to see the new lady in his life, Marge. During wartime, they sent letters.On April 25, 1943, they became husband and wife, becoming the Gerards.(WFLA)Over eight decades, as the world changed around them, they had each other."We did everything together. We played golf together. We danced together. We played cards together and we watched TV together,” said Marge Gerard, 98.The couple have six children, 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Ginnie Newhart, wife of comedy legend Bob Newhart, dies “It’s a real love story. Love at first sight,” said their daughter, Tery Michaud. "I'm a marriage counselor. They have been my inspiration for believing in marriage.”To their daughters, their lifelong love story is one of gratefulness and being content."They could have lived a more ext...

West Austin church installs over 550 solar panels

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A church in West Austin could soon be saving hundreds of thousands of dollars with a switch to solar panels.On the roof of Riverbend Church, there are now more than 550 SunPower solar panels.Throughout its Sunday services, this efficient energy is being used in full force.Senior pastor Dave Haney says some of the extra energy being produced is pushed onto the electric grid."It's like, we have a farm and we grow food,” he said. “We use the food and what we have left over to give back to the City of Austin."The power produced on-site at Riverbend Church will offset 60% of the usage within the 2,600-seat main auditorium."This is the kind of building that doesn't have daily use,” Haney said.  “So, we're producing electricity when we're not using electricity."The church partnered with Austin-based company Freedom Solar Power, to install solar panels to power their 50+ acre campus.According to Freedom Solar Power commercial sales director Kyle Frazier, this installati...

I-787 northbound crash near exit 2 closes right shoulder

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511NY, a crash on I-787 northbound near Exit 2; NY 32; South Pearl Street near the Port of Albany has left the right shoulder closed. Drivers in the area should expect delays.Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!Information regarding this crash is slim at this time. Stick with News10 as more information becomes available.

I-787 southbound crash near exit 4B closes right shoulder

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511NY, a crash on I-787 southbound near Exit 4B southbound; Clinton Avenue; US 9 On-Ramp in Albany has closed the right shoulder. Drivers should be aware of this when entering the area. Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!Details on this crash are limited at this time. Stick with News10 as more information becomes available.

Where to go fishing in the Capital Region

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- With nice weather sweeping through the Capital Region, you might be thinking of going fishing. Before you go, make sure you're following all fishing rules and regulations, and have a spot in mind where you want to go. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! In New York State, you generally need a fishing license, which you can get at a license issuing agent location or on the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) website. There are also catch limits for certain fish and other regulations, all of which you can find on the DEC website.Where it comes to choosing a place to fish, you might want a place nearby or based on which type of fish you want to catch. Here's a breakdown of freshwater fishing spots by county, according to the DEC. Disc golf courses around the Capital Region Albany CountyAnn Lee Pond, off Heritage Lane in Colonie. Shore fishing.Basic Creek Reservoir, off Route 404/Bear Swamp Roa...

Veterans blood drive taking place today in Godfrey, Illinois

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

GODFREY, Ill. - Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, Illinois is hosting a blood drive.It's Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Commons, located at 820 Elm Street. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. This St. Louis restaurant has the best soul food in Missouri, food writers say To do so, go to RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code 'LEWISCLARK1.'

Lake St. Louis Police Department hosting blood drive today

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Lake St. Louis Police Department is partnering with the American Red Cross for a blood drive Wednesday. This St. Louis restaurant has the best soul food in Missouri, food writers say It'll be at the lake St. Louis Council Chambers, located on 200 Civic Center Drive from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. All blood types are needed.

National Park Service presenting 'No Tears Project' in St. Louis this week

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The National Park Service is presenting the 'No Tears Project' in St. Louis this week. It tells the story of the civil rights movement through jazz, poetry, and dance.Two of the main stories being told are the 'Little Rock Nine' and Dred and Harriet Scott. The first event, 'Recognition Before Reconciliation' happens Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. at the Gateway Arch. This St. Louis restaurant has the best soul food in Missouri, food writers say The No Tears Project's live concerts are Friday and Saturday from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Jazz St. Louis.

St. Louis University hosting Catholic Church and racial justice lecture tonight

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:31:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis University will host a free public lecture on the Catholic Church and racial justice.It'll be led by reverend Bryan Massingale, a professor of theological and social ethics at Fordham University. He's also a consultant to the U.S. Catholic Conference of Bishops. This St. Louis restaurant has the best soul food in Missouri, food writers say Massingale's talk starts at 6:00 p.m. at the Center for Global Citizenship, located at 3672 West Pine Mall.