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Parents of missing Eagan man establish nonprofit to honor him, support families coping with loss

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

The parents of a 23-year-old missing from Eagan since October announced they have established a nonprofit organization — Bryce’s Blessings — to honor him and support bereaved families coping with the loss of a child.Bryce Borca’s last known location was Fort Snelling State Park at the end of Yankee Doodle Road in Eagan. He was trying to walk home after a night out with friends.Bryce Borca (Courtesy of the family via Eagan Police Department)“These last 9 months have been devastating to us and our family and friends,” Troy and Carina Borca said Tuesday in a statement. “Through our faith and our will to fight on, we continue to live each day in a way that would make Bryce proud. To this end, so many of our family and friends have asked what they can do to support us. Those questions have led us down a different path than we anticipated 9 long months ago.”Bryce’s Blessings is a 501(c)(3) organization with “a mission to provide lasting impact and financial support to be...

Man fatally shot by trooper in Minneapolis ID’d as 33-year-old

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

The Hennepin County medical examiner’s office on Tuesday identified a man shot by a Minnesota State Patrol trooper as a 33-year-old from Plymouth.A trooper saw a Ford Fusion with no taillights traveling north on Interstate 94 near Lowry Avenue in Minneapolis just after 1:50 a.m. Monday. The trooper pulled over the driver, Ricky Thomas Cobb II.“During the course of their investigation, troopers learned that the driver was wanted by law enforcement in Ramsey County in connection with a felony level violation,” the State Patrol said in a Monday statement.The Ramsey County sheriff’s office had issued a “pick up and hold” for Cobb, which any law enforcement agency in Minnesota can carry out, said Steve Linders, a sheriff’s office spokesman.The sheriff’s office received a report Wednesday that Cobb allegedly violated a domestic assault no-contact order in Vadnais Heights, a report showed. It was considered a potential felony because of two p...

Free $5 for cyclists at Glens Falls Take a Bite

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Wednesday nights are a festive and flavorful time right now in downtown Glens Falls. The Take a Bite food festival comes to town from 5 to 7 p.m. every week, with restaurants bringing their best out in small plate form. This week, a local bike group is bringing something else to do while you try out new eats. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Citizen action group Bike Glens Falls is set to attend Take a Bite this week, offering free gifts to anyone who comes to talk about bikes and community. The organization will offer a $5 food voucher to the first 100 visitors to show up with bikes, good for any participating Take a Bite vendors. Visitors will also get a free bike bell, and a chance to win a brand-new Trek bicycle donated by North Country Subaru.Bike Glens Falls was founded to encourage safe and accessible biking in the city. Since 2021, group organizers Ethan Gaddy and Norabelle Greenberger have b...

Gov. Hochul speaks at New Amsterdam Apartments

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Tuesday, Governor Kathy Hochul spoke at the New Amsterdam Apartments along with other elected and apartment officials to highlight the efforts behind the apartment's grand opening, affordable housing, and more. Hochul spoke with Amsterdam Mayor Michael Cinquanti and Bruce Levine. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Hochul detailed $406M in financing to develop affordable housing. She also pointed out the difference local governments can make to meet the demand of communities looking to grow. To finish, she discussed regulations that prevent development in certain areas, how her team has looked into them and called on state agencies to repurpose vacant buildings and areas. Amsterdam Mayor Michael Cinquanti followed Hochul, sharing his pleasure with the efforts made to solve the housing shortage in the city. Cinquanti also shared a brief history of the Amsterdam Housing Authority and mentioned how the ...

Man charged with threatening pregnant partner with gun, assaulting her

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - An Overland man is accused of threatening his pregnant partner with a firearm and striking her in the face.According to a report by the Overland Police Department, the incident happened on July 23 at a home in the 9000 block of Midland Boulevard. Responding officers had been notified of a domestic abuse situation at the residence.Police claim Tyrone Mitchell, 33, pointed a gun at his eight-months pregnant partner during an argument and told her, "I will kill you," before smacking her in the face. The victim had a visible busted lip. Johnny Johnson execution taking place tonight The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office charged Mitchell with second-degree domestic assault, unlawful use of a weapon - exhibiting, and armed criminal action. He was initially jailed on a $50,000 cash-only bond, no 10%. However, on July 31, the judge reduced that bond, allowing Mitchell the option to post 10% for release. If and when Mitchell posts bond, must abide by the...

Motorcyclist dies in weekend crash near Creve Coeur

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - An investigation is underway after a motorcyclist died in a weekend crash near Creve Coeur city limits. The St. Louis County Police Department reports that Keith Kalemis, 62, of St. Charles, Missouri, died in the crash. Next of kin has been notified. The crash happened around 9 p.m. Sunday near the intersection of Warson Road and Warshire Drive. Illinois family still shaken after vandals poured oil into their pool, breaking window Investigators say Kalemis was heading southbound on Warson Road as a driver in a GMC Acadia was turning northbound onto Warson from Warshire Drive. This led to a collision near the intersection. Kalemis was rushed to a hospital shortly after the crash, but later died from his injuries. Police say the driver of the GMC remained on the scene and was not hurt. Additional details around the crash are limited. The St. Louis County Police Department is handling the investigation.

Meet Nolan Gorman this Friday at Crestwood Schnucks

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Fans will have the opportunity to meet young Cardinals slugger Nolan Gorman this Friday at Schnucks in Crestwood. Gorman will visit the Schnucks to meet and greet fans, pose for photos and sign pre-printed photos. He is scheduled to visit the Schnucks at 9540 Watson Road from 11 a.m. to noon Friday. The visit comes as Schnucks looks to promote its new Cherry Cardinals Crunch ice cream. Fans will also have a chance to sample the ice cream. Schnucks says Gorman will only be signing pre-printed photos for a select number of fans. The grocer will also award two tickets to Friday's St. Louis Cardinals game for one lucky person who attends. Gorman ranks among the team's leaders in home runs (22) and RBI (65) this season and has earned a bulk of starts at second base this season.

John Oliver performing at Stifel Theatre in September

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Emmy and Writer's Guild award-winning writer and comedian John Oliver is coming to St. Louis next month for a performance at Stifel Theatre.The show is Thursday, Sept. 7, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Aug. 4, at 10 a.m. at Ticketmaster online and either the Stifel Theatre or Enterprise Center box offices. Prices range from $56.50 to $146.50 per person.From 2006 to 2013, Oliver appeared on television as a correspondent on "The Daily Show with John Stewart," and guest-hosted the show for two months in 2013. Oliver landed his own show on HBO, "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver."Previously, Oliver hosted four seasons of his own stand-up series for Comedy Central, "John Oliver's New York Stand Up Show." He's had guest roles in the live-action "The Lion King," "Community," "The Smurfs," "Danger Mouse," and "Rick & Morty."

Murder charges filed against suspect in Adams County homicide

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

Prosecutors filed first-degree murder charges Tuesday against a man connected to a July homicide in Adams County.Jacob Schadler, 26, faces charges of first-degree murder, motor vehicle theft, driving under the influence, criminal mischief and theft, according to a news release from the 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office.In the early morning of Thursday, July 27, Adams County sheriff deputies responded to a call in the 15000 block of Iola Street and found a 26-year-old woman dead in the residence.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Man pleads guilty to second-degree murder in Denver shooting death Crime and Public Safety | Woman charged in shooting death of her husband is found dead in Douglas County jail Crime and Public Safety | Man sentenced to life in prison for Aurora workplace shooting death Crime and Public Safety | Colorado man confesses to killing Sterling woman in Missouri, leads investigators to b...

Denver issues ticket, warning letters to unlicensed cannabis hospitality businesses

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:36:09 GMT

Eight businesses have recently received warnings for hosting marijuana-related activities in Denver without the required license, with a separate ticket issued to Tetra Lounge.On Saturday, the city investigated multiple locations after receiving complaints of illegal events taking place, said Eric Escudero, spokesperson for Denver Department Of Excise And Licenses. Officials issued a general violation ticket to the operator of Tetra Lounge at 3039 Walnut St. “for necessity of a license to operate,” he added.Tetra Lounge didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. Escudero declined to comment further on that specific case, as it’s being handled by the Denver City Attorney’s Office as a criminal matter. Spokesperson Melissa Sisneros declined to comment on pending litigation.The businesses that received warning letters in June and July, urging them to apply for a license, include:Ant LifeMeta Talent GroupMarijuana MansionPsychedelic Club of Denver...