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APD identifies man who died after crashing motorcycle into wall

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows KXAN Live's top headlines for Aug. 4, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Thursday, the Austin Police Department identified a man who died after a crash in northwest Austin Sunday afternoon.Police said 39-year-old Brandon L. Robinson was on a motorcycle when he crashed into a wall. APD said Robinson died at the scene.According to a release, APD officers responded to a single-vehicle crash at the US 183 NB to SH 45 EB Ramp at 1:19 p.m. MAP: Where have Austin’s fatal crashes occurred in 2023? APD said this incident was being investigated as Austin's 55th fatal crash of 2023, which has resulted in 58 fatalities for the year.

Teen pleads guilty in Albany gun case

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Mechanicville teen pleaded guilty in a gun case dating back to May 2022. Tyler Burns, 19, pleaded guilty to second-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the Albany County District Attorney, Burns illegally possessed a firearm on May 15, 2022, near 459 Hudson Avenue in Albany. The DA's office says he had the intent to use it against another person. Burns is scheduled for sentencing on October 5. He's expected to receive a determinate term of nine years in prison, followed by five years of post-release supervision.

AMA Cocina being revived in downtown Albany

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- After originally closing in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, AMA Cocina is opening back up. The Mexican restaurant is located at 4-6 Sheridan Avenue in downtown Albany. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Tisean Daniels, a managing partner for AMA Cocina, said that the menu didn't translate well to takeout during the pandemic shutdown, which is why they decided to close. Daniels used to be a manager at The Point in Albany, which closed at the end of 2022.AMA Cocina is owned by BMT Hospitality, which owns several other restaurants in the area including Cafe Madison, Junior's, Madison Pour House, and Albany Ale & Oyster. BMT is owned by Brian Viglucci, Mike Viglucci, and Tony Lounello. An inside look at the Capital Region’s first cat cafe "They're confident in the downtown area that now is a good time to open it up," said Daniels. "There's not really any Mexican food in this part of Albany."AMA Cocina...

Play volleyball for charity in Lake George this weekend

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Thursday and Friday's rain is set to break just in time for the weekend - and, in Lake George, just in time for some volleyball action. The 32nd annual 4 on 4 Million Dollar Beach Volleyball Tournament hits the sands this Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 5 and 6. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Every year, the summer tournament combines lakeside fun with charity. This year's tournament raises money for the Prospect Center, which provides various kinds of disability services to families around Warren, Washington and Saratoga counties. The center is operated by the Center for Disability Services.Play is split across four divisions, including A, AA, B and BB. Each division features a mix of men's, women's and co-ed teams. Play starts at 9 a.m. each day at Million Dollar Beach, located along Beach Road on the southern tip of Lake George. Everything happening in Lake George in August The tournament is expect...

Alexis Diner in Troy hosting dog adoption clinic

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Alexis Diner will be hosting a dog adoption clinic presented by non-profit Out of the Pits. The event will be held on August 5 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The adoption clinic will have eight dogs in attendance, with the event being held in honor of long time Out of the Pits president Cydney Cross, who passed away earlier this week. Founded in 1994, OOTP has helped rescue and rehome over 3,000 dogs, all while following their mission of educating the public about the American Pit Bull Terrier.Alexis Diner is located at 294 North Greenbush Road in Troy. You can support OOTP by visiting the organization's website.

Billy Busch, unveils Anheuser-Busch family saga in new book

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

ST. LOUS -- Billy Busch, the great-grandson of Adolphus Busch, shared his story of the Anheuser-Busch family dynasty. In his new book, "Family Reigns: The Extraordinary Rise and Epic Fall of an American Dynasty," Busch offers a firsthand account of the renowned beer family's history, from its inception to its remarkable growth. “Later on in life, I started realizing that I kind of grew up in a unique situation,” said Busch. “I started looking into who my great grandfather was, how he got started here, how my grandfather took the company through prohibition.” Busch's unique upbringing within the Anheuser-Busch empire provided him with a perspective few could comprehend. Amidst the bustling business world, his parents, busy building the brewery, were rarely around. “My parents were so busy working and building the brewery, my mom was right at my dad's side the whole time. She was mainly involved in entertaining wholesalers and celebrities and suppliers,” said Busch.  ...

Denver Health opens what may be nation first’s adolescent detox unit as teens are often left without treatment options

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

When Denver Health wanted to open an inpatient opioid detox unit specifically for teens, doctors there searched high and low for a model to copy. They didn’t find one.Teens who land in emergency rooms with an opioid overdose generally receive naloxone to reverse the effects of dangerous drugs in their system and are sent home with a list of places they can go for follow-up care. But too often, those teens never seek additional help. They are left to suffer through the agony of withdrawal with no medications to ease their cravings. As a result, many, seeking relief, go back to opioids, often with tragic consequences.Christian Thurstone, the director of behavioral health services at the Denver hospital, said six of his teen patients have died of fentanyl overdoses in the past two years. Denver Health has now opened what he believes to be the nation’s first adolescent inpatient detox unit.“I’ve been doing adolescent substance treatment here in Denver for 20 years,” Thurstone said. “I w...

Taylor Swift shares heartfelt moment with Kobe Bryant's daughter during Eras Tour

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

Taylor Swift fans had a late night on Thursday, as the star's first set at SoFi Stadium lasted more than three hours. Vanessa Bryant and her daughters, Natalia and Bianka, were among the 70,000 people at The Eras Tour show. Swifties caught a heartfelt moment between the "Bejeweled" singer and little Bianka.Instagram: Vanessa BryantThe 6-year-old was gifted a hat during the show with the number 22 on it, a sweet nod to her hit track from her "Red" Album, while Swift performed it live. After giving her the hat, the two shared a sweet hug. Vanessa captured the moment and put it on Instagram with the caption, "We love you Taylor Swift." ‘Swift Mania’ takes over Los Angeles for Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ The gesture left many teary-eyed. "Taylor Swift gave the 22 hat to Kobe Bryant’s daughter, Bianka, the hug has me in tears, LA Night 1," tweeted one fan account. Prior to the show, Vanessa shared a photo on her Instagram story of her outfit. Her denim jacket honored both Kobe and Giann...

'Bridgefest L.A.' takes over 6th Street Bridge in downtown Los Angeles

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

A free music, arts and food festival will take over the 6th Street Bridge in downtown Los Angeles this weekend.Bridgefest L.A. 2023 will take over the iconic viaduct and feature free live musical performances, food, drinks, unique shopping and family-friendly activities.The free festival is presented by the Los Angeles River Artists & Business Association and will run Aug. 4, 5 and 6.Saturday, Aug. 5 is the only day the 6th Street Bridge will be shut down to traffic and open to visitors on foot. The bridge festival will run from 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.Visitors can enjoy food trucks, a beer and cocktail garden, an auto show, a picnic area and more.On Aug. 4 and 6, happy hour specials and live entertainment will take place at participating businesses in the nearby Arts District and Boyle Heights.Bridgefest LA 2023 will take over the 6th Street Bridge in downtown Los Angeles on Aug. 5, 2023. (Bridgefest LA)Bridgefest LA 2023 will take over the 6th Street Bridge in downtown Los Angeles on A...

In-N-Out owner to release book

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:34:45 GMT

In-N-Out Burger, the wildly popular SoCal-based fast-food chain, has been flipping burgers for the masses since 1948.Founded by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, In-N-Out is known for its sought-after "animal-style" burgers, sunflower oil-cooked french fries and old-fashioned milkshakes.Lynsi Snyder, president and CEO and granddaughter of the late founders, recently penned a book, titled "The Ins-N-Outs of In-N-Out Burger." The book's description on the book's publisher Thomas Nelson's website details "how three generations have created a thriving, family-owned company, why its fans are so wildly loyal, and what led to its explosive growth and evolution into an iconic part of American culture."Lynsi shared on Instagram that she is excited about the release of her book.Cars line up in the drive-thru at an In-n-Out restaurant on October 28, 2021, in Pleasant Hill, California. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)"I collaborated with several retired In-N-Out family members to ...