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Woman accused in 2018 murder-for-hire plot pleads guilty to conspiracy charge

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – A woman connected with a 2018 murder-for-hire plot pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit capital murder Tuesday.Jaclyn Edison, who was 19 at the time, is accused of conspiring with her husband, Nicolas Shaughnessy, who hired two men – Arieon Smith and Johnny Leon – to kill Nicolas’ father, Ted Shaughnessy, owner of Gallerie Jewelers in Austin. Smith, Nicolas and Leon all pleaded guilty to the murder as part of a plea agreement in 2021 and were sentenced to 35 years in prison.Edison, the former daughter-in-law of Ted, was the final defendant indicted in the case. KXAN Digital Reporter Sam Stark is in the courtroom and will have live updates below:Tweets by SamCStark Background Ted Shaughnessy was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds on March 2, 2018, after an intruder entered the home. His son, Nicolas, was the sole beneficiary of $2 million if one of his parents were to die, according to a search warrant.According to 2018 police documents, Nicolas, who at th...

‘Secret Invasion’ benefits from Samuel L. Jackson, strong supporting cast | TV review

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

The latest Marvel Cinematic Universe series feels almost rooted in reality.No multiverse travelers.No galaxy-hopping adventures.No wildly powerful superheroes.OK, OK, there ARE pointy-eared, shape-shifting aliens at the heart of the conflict in “Secret Invasion” — an hourlong show debuting June 21 on Disney+ with the first of six weekly episodes — but we did say “almost.”And hey, the presence of those beings, the Skrulls, who can look just like us, lends something to this espionage drama boasting a gritty cinematic feel and built around a longtime MCU player, Samuel L. Jackson’s Nick Fury.Formerly the director of the government agency S.H.I.E.L.D., the typically one-step-ahead-of-everyone Fury has been working for decades to find a new world for the Skrulls — introduced in 2019’s “Captain Marvel” — after they lost theirs in their war with another race, the Kree.Brie Larson rules in ‘Captain Marvel,’ a decent, lighter adventure bridging ‘Avengers’ epics | Movi...

Charter school settles human rights complaint by former 9th-grader who was sexually assaulted

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

A Vadnais Heights charter school will pay $325,000 to a student who was sexually assaulted by a teacher and school leaders must make changes to ensure future incidents are reported under a settlement agreement announced Tuesday.The Minnesota Department of Human Rights said in a statement that the Academy for Sciences and Agriculture, a K-12 charter school, was aware that in 2019 a teacher had inappropriate interactions with a ninth-grader, but failed to intervene leading to him sexually harassing and assaulting the student.The student, identified by her initials E.D., said students are “told our whole lives that school staff are the people we’re supposed to go to when we feel unsafe, but there was no safe place, and the result caused significant damage.” E.D. added that teachers and staff should have known she was vulnerable and acted to protect her.“It is not the victim’s responsibility to make the change, but if the change involves protecting yourself it is absolutely ...

Shatner, 'Picard' actors coming to 'Trekonderoga'

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

TICONDEROGA, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Summer in Ticonderoga is a time for lakeside visits, local history, and bold journeys to where no man has gone before. "Trekonderoga," the "Star Trek: The Original Series" Set Tour experience, will be welcoming some special guests this summer - inviting new explorers to a classic set. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "Trekonderoga" is set to host "Star Trek: Picard" stars Jonathan Frakes, John De Lancie, Ed Speleers, and Brent Spiner across the weekend of Friday-Sunday, Aug. 18-20. Visitors can chat with the actors, who will lead tours of the replica U.S.S. Enterprise. Photo ops and autographs are also being offered. The "Star Trek: The Original Series" Set Tour has welcomed various "Star Trek" actors to Ticonderoga over the years, including William Shatner on several occasions. Shatner's next appearance is set for the weekend of July 7-9. Where to see live music in Lake George in 2023 The repl...

Take a free yoga class at the Colonie Center on June 21

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Colonie Center is celebrating International Day of Yoga by offering a free yoga session from 9 to 9:45 a.m. on June 21. The class is a beginner-level session and will be held on the lower level in front of L.L. Bean. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The first 25 guests to arrive will receive a free yoga mat and water bottle from Five Below. Individuals must bring their own mat to participate. Every participant will receive a $1 coffee from Cinnabon.The yoga class is led by Jennifer Honen, a Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer based in Albany. Participants will be guided through a series of relaxing and energizing poses, helping to connect the mind, body, and spirit.

Best brunch spots around Albany, according to Yelp

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- If you’re looking for a great brunch spot in Albany County, you have quite a few options. These are the best restaurants to get brunch in the Albany area, according to Yelp. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! 10. Oh Corn Arepas and MoreYou can view the menu on the Oh Corn Arepas and More website.Rated 4.5 out of 5 (15 reviews)Address: 429 River Street in TroyTop review: "The arepa selection here is off the charts, not to mention stellar staples like arroz con pollo, empanadas, and tostones. All that amazing-ness was beautifully finished off with arguably the best tres leches cake I've ever had in my life - so good that it alone would be enough of a reason for me to go back." -- Danielle A.9. Mr. Bumbles CafeYou can view the menu on the Mr. Bumbles Cafe website.Rated 4.5 out of 5 (43 reviews)Address: 263 New Scotland Avenue in AlbanyTop review: "Super tasty pleasant vibe, excellent service and an absolu...

Crews extinguish structure fire on Shaver Road

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

WEST SAND LAKE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The West Sand Lake Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Shaver Road. The fire broke out Tuesday morning at a garage/barn near the residence. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! By the time firefighters arrived on the scene, the fire had spread to the exterior of the home. Crews were able to extinguish the fire and save the house from total loss. Crews received assistance from the Averill Park Sand Lake Fire Department, the Best Luther Fire Department, the Mountain View Fire Co., and the Wynantskill Fire Department.

How many Missouri bridges need to be repaired or replaced? Depends who you ask

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Despite being the 18th most populous state in the country, Missouri has the seventh-largest system of roads and bridges in the nation.Whether it's transporting goods and livestock, traveling on vacation, or driving to and from work or other destinations, our roads and bridges are critical infrastructure.Following the collapse of the Interstate 95 overpass in Philadelphia earlier this month, we examined the conditional status of bridges in the Show Me State to see which ones need to be repaired or replaced.But like a lot of things in this world, the answer depends on who you ask.The Missouri Department of Transportation maintains 10,387 bridges across the state. The average age of those bridges is 48 years. Most of those bridges were designed to last a half-century. Approximately 53% of bridges that MoDOT is responsible for are past their intended use.Despite that, just 823 bridges in the MoDOT system (7.9%) are rated as "poor" under the Federal Highway Administration sta...

Sewer rate hikes proposed in St. Louis metro, public input sought

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District has introduced a plan to increase sewer rates among residents and will host a series of public hearings to get feedback on the plan. Earlier this year, MSD staff submitted a rate proposal to the MSD Rate Commission that would run from July 2024 to June 2028. The proposal includes increases in wastewater rates and additional funding for stormwater. Hearing on short-term rental regulations today The proposal comes in a year with several concerns over water main breaks around St. Louis, some that have led to massive flooding. An audit and the St. Louis Mayor's Office suggest that water rate increases could be necessary to upgrade aging systems. A commission is reviewing the technical aspects of the proposal, but the process is at the stage where public feedback needs to be formally gathered through public hearings.Wastewater RatesMSD proposes spending nearly $1.65 billion on construction and related work for wastewater services....

John Goodman shows off major weight loss at Monte Carlo TV Festival

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:44:10 GMT

John Goodman is showing off his weight loss progress.The 70-year-old actor showed off his slim look at the Monte Carlo TV Festival on June 18. The "Roseanne" star began his weight loss journey in 2007. At his heaviest, he weighed reportedly 392 pounds. He's lost over 200 pounds since then, according to Page Six. “This didn’t happen overnight — it’s been an ongoing process,” Goodman's personal trainer Mackie Shilstone said of his progress on Instagram.To take charge of his health, Goodman said he quit drinking, hired a personal trainer and changed his diet to a Mediterranean-style eating plan. Now, he only eats whole foods and grains that are rich in nutrients like fresh produce, fish and chicken, Men's Health reported. He has also said he works out six days a week and makes sure to hit 10,000 to 12,000 steps a day. Goodman currently stars in the HBO series "The Righteous Gemstones."