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United Airlines pilot filmed chopping at parking gate with ax had hit a 'breaking point,' he told deputies

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – A pilot with United Airlines is currently on leave after footage of him chopping at a parking lot gate with an ax went viral last week.Kenneth Henderson Jones, 63, allegedly gave the gate a series of whacks after hitting his “breaking point” while waiting to exit an employee parking area at the Denver International Airport, the Adams County Sheriff’s Office wrote in a report shared with the Associated Press.Jones told deputies he became upset after seeing multiple cars backed up behind all three of the lot’s exit lanes, the AP reported. Which airlines are most likely to bump you? The incident, which took place August 2, was captured in footage obtained by Nexstar’s KDVR. In the video clip, a man dressed in a pilot’s uniform can be seen repeatedly chopping at the gate with an ax. It only breaks and falls to the ground after rising to let a truck pass through.The man then moves out of the lanes of traffic and appears to walk back into the parking lot.The man told deputie...

Tejano star Bobby Pulido is headed to Washington

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

(The Hill) -- Tejano music star Bobby Pulido is playing the biggest event on the Hispanic political calendar this year, and he's ready to talk politics."I was a political science major at the University of St. Mary's, and I am very, very up to date on everything that goes on," Pulido told The Hill in a recent interview.He is the featured musical guest at the 2023 Awards Gala hosted by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), a yearly event that brings together Latinos in elected office, advocacy, lobbying and media.Pulido, whose 1995 debut single "Desvelado" has aged into a classic, ubiquitous at public gatherings throughout Mexico and the Southwest, won Best Tejano Album at the 2022 Latin Grammy Awards for his album "Para Que Baile Mi Pueblo."The Tejano star's appearance will highlight a large segment of the U.S. Hispanic community that's often overlooked politically and culturally."He was actually my suggested nominee. He's a great Tejano that really reflects the values...

Alaska Airlines plane damaged shortly after landing at California airport

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

(KTLA) -- Passengers aboard an Alaska Airlines flight that landed at California's John Wayne Airport late Sunday evening had to deplane on the taxiway after the plane sustained damage to its landing gear.The flight landed at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana around 11:30 p.m., and the crew of the Boeing 737 reported issues with the plane's landing gear as it was taxiing to the gate. The Orange County Fire Authority responded to the John Wayne Airport after a plane sustained damage to its landing gear on Aug. 20, 2023. (Orange County Fire Authority)The damaged landing gear led to the plane being stopped on the taxiway, where its passengers unloaded and then were shuttled to the terminal by bus. The plane parked on the taxiway, where it remained overnight, an official statement from Alaska Airlines read. Massive mudslide from Hilary buries mountain communities The flight departed from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.Alaska confi...

1 killed, 1 injured after explosion levels $2M NC home owned by NFL player Caleb Farley

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (WJZY) – One person was killed and another injured in an apparent explosion overnight that leveled a multimillion-dollar home in North Carolina owned by NFL cornerback Caleb Farley, said emergency officials.Authorities confirmed with Nexstar's WJZY that both victims were male. Their identities were being withheld pending family notification.The injured person was transported to Atrium Health Main with non-life-threatening injuries, according to Kent Greene, director of Fire Services and Emergency Management for Iredell.The 6,500-plus-square-foot house, located in Mooresville just off Lake Norman, was mostly reduced to rubble as of Tuesday morning. Farley was spotted at the scene with family Tuesday, speaking with authorities. Iredell County Sheriff deputies, Troutman Fire and Mooresville Fire departments were at the scene early Tuesday morning. Dominion Energy officials also responded.Neighbors told WJZY they heard "a loud explosion" ...

Tropical Storm Harold makes landfall south of Corpus Christi

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Tropical Storm Harold officially formed in the western Gulf early Tuesday morning -- the ninth storm of the Atlantic hurricane season. The system currently has 45 mph sustained winds and is racing west/northwest at 18 mph. Harold made landfall shortly before 10 am along Padre Island, south of Corpus Christi with 50 mph sustained winds.Tropical Storm Warnings are in effect for the Texas coast from Port O'Connor southward to the mouth of the Rio Grande. A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect from Port O'Connor north to Sargent. Coastal Flood Warnings are also in place for affected areas.Only minor wind damage is expected along the coast, along with 1-3 feet of "storm surge" ocean level rise. Flooding rainfall amounts of up to 7 inches are possible along the South Texas coast inland toward the Rio Grande Valley.Tropical Storm Warnings issued for much of the middle and all of the southern coastTropical Storm Harold's projected rainfall Big pi...

Tropical Storm Harold makes landfall

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Tropical Storm Harold became the first tropical weather system to make landfall in the United States in 2023. The storm moved onshore on Padre Islands. Winds were clocked at 50 mph with higher gusts. Heavy rain and strong will continue to affect South Texas and Mexico. The storm will move to the west-northwest and weaken now that it's over land,.Harold is onshore moving through South TexasRed Flag Warnings are in effect locally for critical fire danger as winds pick up and mainly dry weather continues today.Gusty winds and low humidity Tuesday spark critical fire weather concerns Tropical Storm HaroldForecast rainfall from Tropical Storm HaroldFor full details on the system and what we expect from it, click below: Update: What we expect from Tropical Storm Harold Following the storm's departure on Wednesday, record heat and sunshine return for the foreseeable future. If Austin does not break its triple-digit heatwave on Tuesday, the streak will extend to 52+ days ...

Flip Circus coming to Crossgates Mall

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The circus is coming to town! Flip Circus is bringing the big top to Crossgates Mall from September 29 to October 9. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! For over 50 years, the Vazquez family's circus has traveled throughout North and South America. The circus includes high-flying performances, dancing, unicycles, flashing lights, and more under the big top.Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. You can buy tickets on the Flip Circus website. New Mexican cantina opening in Slingerlands The circus will take place outside of Crossgates around the back of JCPenney. Flip Circus is currently performing in North Attleborough, Massachusetts until August 28.

Department of State shares resources for consumer protection

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Division of Consumer Protection has highlighted resources New Yorkers can navigate to stay informed on marketplace scam prevention and to access direct assistance and mediation services for consumer complaints. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “Our Division of Consumer Protection is committed to helping keep New Yorkers safe from fraudulent activities and unscrupulous businesses,” said Secretary of State Robert J. Rodriguez. “Scams and fraud are becoming more advanced and targeted every single day, and our Consumer Protection team has a variety of useful resources available for New Yorkers so they can stay informed because we know an informed consumer is a smart consumer.”In addition to the resources listed below, New Yorkers can sign up to receive consumer alerts via email or phone. The New York Department of State also shares "Tuesday Tips" on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The tips help educat...

Russell Sage College partners with Albany County for new criminal justice program

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Russell Sage College announced a new initiative to tackle workforce shortages in the criminal justice system. The Community Corrections Workforce Development Initiative offers an online masters program in criminal justice and community corrections at a discounted rate to Albany County employees to help boost workers in the field. The increased demand for criminal justice workers follows a new focus on shorter prison sentences, serving time through probation and seeking alternatives to incarceration. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “Higher education is called to respond to workforce needs and changes so with our focus on community corrections, that is alternatives to incarceration, our entirely online masters degree is the first such program in the country," Christopher Ames, President of Russell Sage College, said. The initiative also includes free training sessions for professionals in criminal justic...

PD: Albany man arrested, vandalized police station

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:42:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany man was arrested on Tuesday after throwing bricks at a glass door of the Albany Police Department South Station as well as three police cruisers, according to Albany Police. Laquan Brown, 24, is charged with second-degree criminal mischief.Image of vandalism at Albany South Side Police StationImage of vandalism at Albany South Side Police Station Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police say the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. No injuries were reported.