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Map: Where marijuana will - and won't - be legal in 2024

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — Unlike 2022, when several states approved recreational marijuana, 2023 was a relatively quiet year for marijuana legalization. It was only Ohio that successfully legalized the recreational use of marijuana this year. In November, voters approved a citizen-initiated statute to allow Ohioans 21 years and older to possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis and up to 15 grams of cannabis extract. They can keep up to six cannabis plants or up to 12 if there are two adults at least 21 years old in their household. Ohio, already one of the more than a dozen states to have legalized medical cannabis, became the 24th state to legalize recreational marijuana. The Kentucky General Assembly also legalized medical marijuana this year, Nexstar's WDKY reports, but patients will have to wait until 2025 for the program to officially launch. Can TSA stop you for marijuana in your luggage? Other states did try to legalize marijuana in 2023. In Oklahoma, voters rejected the legalization of...

Boeing urges airlines to inspect 737 MAX airplanes for loose bolts

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

(WJW) – Boeing is asking airlines to check for loose bolts within the rudder control system of its 737 MAX airplanes, the Federal Aviation Administration confirmed Thursday.The announcement stems from the discovery of a bolt with a missing nut during a routine inspection of "a mechanism in the rudder-control linkage," the FAA said. "The company discovered an additional undelivered aircraft with a nut that was not properly tightened," the agency added. New math formula aims to prevent child tantrums on airplanes Carriers that have 737 MAX aircraft in their fleet — Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines — are now being instructed to examine the "specific tie rods that control rudder movement for possible loose hardware," according to the FAA.Boeing estimates the inspections to take around two hours per plane. Aircraft operators also routinely conduct tests prior to takeoff that would alert them to any issue with the rudder, Boeing added.A represen...

City of Austin opening cold weather shelters night of Dec. 29

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The City of Austin will open cold weather shelters Friday night, according to a city release. Registration for shelter will occur between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. at One Texas Center at 505 Barton Springs Road, which will act as the central embarkation point for individuals seeking an overnight shelter.    Related: When do Austin’s cold weather shelters activate? According to the city release, the Homeless Strategy Office determines when to activate cold weather shelters no later than 9 a.m. each day using National Weather Service (NWS) projections for the Camp Mabry Location. HSO activates cold weather shelters if the forecast is predicted to be 32 degrees or colder overnight, 35 degrees or colder overnight with precipitation, or 35 degrees or colder overnight with wind chill of 32 or colder.    Today's forecast How to access a cold weather shelterRegistration for shelter occurs between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. at One Texas Center. Bus routes to OTC are lines:...

TPD: Man with illegal gun falls asleep in rideshare car

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 20-year-old with an illegal handgun was arrested after not getting out of a rideshare car after arriving at his destination. Jahdari Hodges, from Troy, faces multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! On Friday, around 2:30 a.m., police responded to a call from a rideshare driver on Stow Avenue, reporting a passenger wouldn't get out of his car after arriving at their destination. Police say they attempted to interview the passenger but he appeared to be sleeping.During an initial interview, officers say they saw a brown grip portion of a handgun near the passenger's pocket. The gun was removed and secured, and the passenger, identified as Hodges, was taken into custody without incident. Albany man arrested after breaking window with brick Charges:Second-degree criminal possession of a weaponThird-degree criminal possession of a weaponHodges was taken to Troy PD Central Station. He was processed and wi...

Wires down crash closes lanes on NY 66 in both directions

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a crash on NY 66 has closed all lanes between Fish and Game Road and Stottville Road. Drivers in the area should seek alternate routes. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Details about the crash are limited at this time. Stick with NEWS10 for updates on the closure.

New Year's Eve firework show in Lake George

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Ring in the New Year in Lake George! Starting right at midnight, a fireworks show will begin from the pier at Shepard Park in Lake George. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The fireworks will be sponsored by The Fort William Henry Hotel and Conference Center, Duffy's Tavern, The Lighthouse Grill, Lake George Steamboat Company, Holiday Inn Resort Lake George - Adirondack Area, Lake George Beach Club, The Lagoon, and Courtyard by Marriott Lake George.

Uber vouchers offered for New Year’s Eve in the Capital Region

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- With New Year’s Eve coming up, it’s important to get a ride home if you’re planning on drinking or being impaired. The law firm Harding Mazzotti is offering vouchers for Uber rides home that night in the Capital Region. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! In total, Harding Mazzotti is offering 1,000 Uber vouchers worth $20 each. The vouchers are available on a first-come, first-served basis."New Year's Eve should be a time for celebration, not tragedy," said Paul Harding, managingpartner at Harding Mazzotti. "By providing these vouchers, we hope to encourage safe transportation choices and prevent drunk driving accidents. We want everyone to celebrateresponsibly and get home safely to their loved ones." Lola Saratoga support event after smash & grab The Uber voucher program runs from noon on December 31 until 2 a.m. on January 1. To get a voucher, you can visit the Harding Mazzotti social media pages for the l...

Stewart's offering free hot coffee on New Year's Eve

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Stay awake and warm going into 2024 with a free hot cup of coffee from Stewart's Shops! On Sunday, Stewart's will be offering a free hot coffee from 6 p.m. to close at any location. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Stewart's will be offering a plethora of flavors including House Blend, Decaf, Richer Roast, French Vanilla, Maple French Toast, and Blueberry Crumble. Additionally, limited edition Peppermint Mocha will be offered with a variety of creamers and sweeteners.

St. Louis wakes up to a falling snow: Friday forecast and weekend outlook

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Light snow continues this Friday morning. Thanks to temperatures that have been at or above freezing, this snow continues to have a minimal impact as roads remain wet and white.Overnight, we’ve seen a bit more in the way of accumulations on grass to the northwest and west of metro St. Louis. A slightly more robust round of snow is dropping south at 3 a.m. and may bring some minor accumulations early this morning, again on grass, cars, or elevated surfaces. On Friday, snow will taper off to flurries for the afternoon, ending from north to south. The skies will stay cloudy. Temperatures will hold nearly steady in the 30s. Tonight, clouds will linger until daybreak. Overnight temperatures only fall to around 30.  More clearing into Saturday, partly cloudy and low 40s for highs. We’ll round out 2023 on Sunday with partly cloudy and slightly colder temperatures and highs in the upper 30s. New Year’s Day looks sunny and  cold.  

Letters: “Cut and run” — Rep. Boebert switching Colorado congressional districts 

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:51:30 GMT

“Cut and run” — Boebert switching districtsRe: “Boebert to run in another district,” Dec. 28 news storyInstead of having to run opposed to Adam Frisch, Congressional District 3 incumbent Congresswoman Lauren Boebert has chosen to switch districts and safely run for Ken Buck’s open seat. In old West parlance, that’s a cowardly move called cut and run. Freedom or whatever, right?JM Jesse, Glenwood SpringsRep. Lauren Boebert, having been chased out of Congressional District 3 by Adam Frisch, is desperate to keep her job in “the swamp.” To do this she has decided to run for the reddist Colorado congressional district, the 4th, when Ken Buck’s retirement creates an open seat.The question is whether the Republican voters of District 4 will be interested in being represented in Washington by a self-promoting, grandstanding, crotch-grabbing person who does not believe that the rules apply to them. Given Donald Trump’s popularity in that ...