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In two-goal game, Loons winger Bongi Hlongwane honors late friend

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

Bongi Hlongwane has become known for goofy and joyful goal celebrations, either an individual dance or choreographed moves with teammates.During his current hot streak, the Minnesota United winger has enjoyed plenty of opportunities to let loose and have some fun.But Hlongwane took it in a somber direction Sunday. After scoring his first of two goals in a 4-0 throttling of Puebla in a Leagues Cup match Sunday, he lifted up his black jersey to reveal a message: RIP, DJ Mancamuza Mwaaam.It was a tribute to a South African friend of Hlongwane’s, who passed away last week. Hlongwane told the Pioneer Press they grew up together, attended the same school, and the friend had mixed music at a club owned by Hlongwane’s father.It pained Hlongwane to not be in his native country to mourn the loss along with fellow survivors from his community, so he honored him in front of Loons fans at Allianz Field.“It hurt to see them like that,” Hlongwane said of his community back home. “For me, I’m all b...

2 Troy eateries celebrating grand openings on Friday

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Downtown Troy is welcoming two new businesses by celebrating their grand openings. Pataconia and Stacks Espresso Bar are both holding their grand opening celebrations on Friday, July 28. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Pataconia, a Caribbean restaurant, recently opened in River Street Market at 433 River Street. The eatery serves Patacones, a sandwich consisting of a protein and greens between two fried plantains, as well as pastelitos, or empanadas, and rice bowls. The grand opening is set from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and features food and drink specials, a DJ, and Bachata and Merengue dance lessons starting at 6 p.m. An official ribbon cutting will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. with Troy officials. Bowled opening in Amsterdam, 3 more locations planned You can view the menu on the Pataconia Facebook page. Pataconia is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Frida...

DMV program helps formerly incarcerated obtain non-driver IDs

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles issued over 300 non-driver IDs (NDID) Wednesday to people formerly in Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) custody. This comes as part of the DOCCS Pre-Release NDID pilot program in tandem with Gov. Hochul's "jails to jobs" initiative, looking to break down barriers that affect formerly incarcerated individuals seeking employment. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! DOCCS' Pre-Release NDID pilot program began in April 2022 at the Wyoming Correctional Facility, the Taconic Correctional Facility, and Bedford Hills Correctional Facility. Since its expansion, the DMV has received applications from 18 facilities. According to the DMV, it's expected all 43 state-run correctional facilities will participate by the end of October. “Incarcerated individuals face many challenges in their transition back to the community,” said DOCCS Acting Commis...

Troy declares 10 more units safe at Harbour Point Gardens, owners due in court

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Troy’s code enforcement officers back again at Harbour Point Gardens on Tuesday declaring another 10 units are fit for people to live in.While dozens more residents continue camping out at a motel, the process to make fixes still drags on since city hall confirms paperwork promised by July 21 had not been fully submitted."That permit application, we have received some of it. It looks like they snail mailed parts of it," says Frank Sainato, on behalf of Mayor Patrick Madden.By 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sainato confirms the code enforcement department did receive the rest of the application and had begun the review process. He tells NEWS10 the application was sent back with comments requesting improvements, so a permit has not yet been issued.Sainato says the documents must include diagrams or descriptions detailing how each code violation at the apartment complex will be fixed. The landlord’s first application had been reportedly denied due to lacking information. When a...

Man wanted in deadly shooting at Illinois MetroLink station

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. - The Major Case Squad is asking for help with finding a man wanted in connection with a deadly shooting Tuesday morning at an Illinois MetroLink station. (Photo: Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis)The Major Case Squad says a "person of interest" in the case was once seen wearing a black T-shirt, black jeans, white shoes and a backpack. Investigators have not identified the man wanted.The shooting occurred just before 5:30 a.m., following an altercation between two individuals at the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Station. The shooter ran from the station while the victim stayed on the train until the Washington Park station. Rare bee found in Belleville, Illinois The victim, identified as Turyan Austell, was rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Austell was 23. It’s unclear if the alleged gunman and the victim knew one another.If you have any information relevant to this case or the person, contact the Major Case Squad at 618-825-5200.

Woman shot, killed Tuesday evening in north St. Louis County

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A homicide investigation is underway after a woman was fatally shot Tuesday evening in north St. Louis County. The shooting happened around 11 p.m. Tuesday in the 10000 block of Ashbrook Drive in the city of Bellefontaine Neighbors. Stay of execution granted for Johnny Johnson Investigators say a woman was found inside a home with a gunshot wound. She was rushed to the hospital, but later died from her injuries.Police believe the victim knew the gunman and that an altercation happened before the shooting. Authorities have not yet disclosed the identity of the suspect or victim. If you have any information relevant to this case, contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210 or CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

Jackie Joyner-Kersee shares how to deal with pressure before the St. Jude Walk/Run Saturday, Sept. 9

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Women's World Cup is going on right now, and the athletes are expected to win representing the United States. Three-time gold medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee spoke with FOX 2's Tim Ezell about being in that position and how to block out the noise and pressure from the media and fans as St. Louis locals are preparing for the St. Jude Walk/Run Saturday, September, 9. Rare bee found in Belleville, Illinois Joyner-Kersee also shared the differences of athletes now having to deal with social media. The United States Women's National team will be facing the Netherlands Wednesday and 8:00 p.m.

'National Hero Dog Contest' happening today

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis service dog, Moxie, is up for the running for the 2023 American Humane Hero Dog Awards in the Service and Guide Dog Category.Moxie, a service dog, assists her owner, Katie Harris, with everyday tasks like retrieving and carrying belongings, opening and closing doors, getting bottled water from the refrigerator – and providing support and companionship. Harris, a St. Louis native who returned to the area in 2021, uses a wheelchair part-time because she has Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - a rare congenital disease of the connective tissue that causes overly flexible joints, easily bruised skin, and fragile organs. Rare bee found in Belleville, Illinois Moxie is also the inspiration for Moxie’s Mission, the nonprofit Harris started to spread knowledge of service, therapy, and emotional support dogs, as well as provide financial assistance for veterans, first responders, and those in need of service dogs.Now, Moxie is a finalist for the 2023 American Humane Hero Dog Awa...

APA celebrates 'National Boop Your Pet' Day

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Animal Protective Association of Missouri is celebrating its 101st birthday and 'National Boop Your Pet' Day. It celebrates the bond between pets and their owners.The 'boop' is when you gently tap your dog on the nose in addition to the national holiday, the APA is waiving its adoption fees for all pets six months and older. Younger puppy and kitten adoption fees will be 50% off. Rare bee found in Belleville, Illinois You can stop by their adoption centers in Brentwood and Olivette for a cupcake today.

Colorado cop on trial for putting suspect in car hit by train testifies that she didn’t “perceive” the tracks

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:34:30 GMT

GREELEY — A Colorado police officer on trial for putting a handcuffed woman in a parked police vehicle that was hit by a freight train testified Tuesday that she did not realize the officer who had arrived before her had parked it on the tracks.After racing to the scene, Officer Jordan Steinke said, she quickly parked her patrol vehicle behind the other one and got out because it was the quickest way “to get a gun in the fight” — hers. She explained that she was surprised the other officer was still sitting in his vehicle.Steinke also said she did not notice the tracks or the ground when she squatted down to arrest a kneeling Yareni Rios-Gonzalez after the suspect was ordered out of her pickup truck. The tracks and railroad crossing signs can be seen in her body camera video from the Sept. 16, 2022, incident.When pressed by Deputy District Attorney Christopher Jewkes, Steinke replied, “I am sure I saw the tracks sir, but I did not perceive them.” She explained that she w...