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Mama bear and cubs enjoy quick swim in California backyard

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

LOS ANGELES (KTLA) – A couple in Los Angeles found some unexpected guests enjoying their backyard amenities last month, when a mama bear and her two cubs were spotted taking a dip in their pool.  Homeowners Jon and Karen Von Gunten say the bears came out of Rowley Canyon, which connects to the Angeles National Forest, in search of a place to cool down in the scorching temperatures.  Video shows burglar bear taking dip in neighbor’s pool The couple captured a video of the bears taking a quick dip in the pool and enjoying some fun play time, before heading back into the forest. “I’m just glad I wasn’t in the pool,” said one of the homeowners while recording the video. Throughout the summer months, bear sightings and encounters have become more frequent in Southern California. In July, a similar video in the same city showed a mother bear and a cub splashing around in a hot tub.Also in July, a viewer shared video to Nexstar's KTLA of another bear sp...

Watch: Man breaks into L.A. home being fumigated

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

LOS ANGELES (KTLA) – A Los Angeles resident trying to get rid of unwanted pests in her home ended up being a victim of a burglary. Surveillance video shows a burglar stealing valuables as the house was being fumigated. It’s the second time in a week burglars have targeted LA-area homes being fumigated. The homeowner says she is extremely upset and feels violated, but she is thankful no one was home at the time of the break-in, and that her family is safe. “It’s actually been a little bit of a nightmare,” said Alexis Gilliam-Lerner. “They cut the screen, cut the tent, came into my home, and they were just in my home taking things from me."A suspect is seen climbing through the window of a home in Mar Vista during a burglary. (Alexis Lerner)Gilliam-Lerner says the suspect made entry from the backyard. She’s not exactly sure how he got back there, but she does believe she knows how he got inside. “This window was open a little bit,” she said. “They needed to get the tube...

Art History teacher can proceed with religious discrimination lawsuit against Hamline University

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

A U.S. District Judge has ruled that an art history teacher who showed paintings of the Prophet Mohammed in class can proceed with a lawsuit claiming that Hamline University discriminated against her on the basis of religion.However, other claims brought by Erika López Prater of emotional distress, retaliation and defamation were dismissed in the order by U.S. District Judge Katherine Menendez in St. Paul.An attorney representing Hamline, Mark Berhow of Hinshaw & Culbertson, released a statement Monday night in response to the decision:“We are encouraged that the Court dismissed Plaintiff’s claims for reprisal, defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and retaliation in response to our motion and, as the case progresses, look forward to demonstrating that the sole remaining claim is also without merit.”Attorneys for López Prater could not be reached Monday night.Reverent paintings, student offendedAfter being hired to teach a class on world art, Lópe...

Police investigating after NJ man dies hiking in Lanesville

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

LANESVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A New Jersey man died while hiking on the Diamond Notch Trail in the Hunter-West Kill Wilderness. Now, New York State Police are leading the investigating into the death of the as-yet-unidentified man who collapsed after suffering breathing issues and chest discomfort. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) said that the incident took place on Saturday around 8:50 a.m. People hiking with the man started performing CPR while another called 911. Two EMTs nearby began helping, but CPR ultimately failed.Rangers and other first responders brought the man to the trailhead to turn the body over to the coroner. DEC said that responding rangers were cleared from the area by 1 p.m.

Discolored water 'not a threat' in Glens Falls

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Over the weekend, the city of Glens Falls saw water turning the wrong color. On Tuesday, city staff said improvements had been reported in places where discolored water was being found as early as the afternoon of Saturday, Sept. 16. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Discolored water can come from water systems under high stress. The city Water and Sewer Department says that discolored water poses no threat to human health, and results from mineral deposits discoloring water as the flow intensifies.This week, the city is cracking the pavement open along downtown Glen Street to handle a sewer main break. The city says that the break is unrelated to the discolored water, and the contents of the sewer system are not a threat to the city's potable water. German restaurant opening on Route 9 in Queensbury Anyone who experiences discolored water can reach out to the Water and Sewer Department hotline at (...

Kids can learn about the monarch butterfly at Camp Saratoga

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is hosting a monarch butterfly-themed Preschool Discovery program on Thursday, September 21. The program begins at 10:30 a.m. at Camp Saratoga. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Participants will join an environmental educator for a brief nature walk and learn about the life cycles of monarch butterflies. After the outdoor stroll, participants can create butterfly nature crafts.The Preschool Discovery program runs monthly and is suited for children ages three to six years. Participants should come dressed for the weather. Adults are expected to attend with their children.Registration is required at least 24 hours before the program. For more information, contact the Wilton Wildlife Office at (518) 450-0321 or via email at [email protected]. 

'Songs of White Lion' to play in Glens Falls

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Whether you feel like a "Little Fighter" or a "Lady of the Valley," an upcoming show at Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls has something for you. Mike Tramp, the lead singer of 1980s hair band White Lion, comes to the city this October. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Sunday, Oct. 8, Tramp's "Songs of White Lion" tour comes to Heritage Hall inside Cool Insuring Arena. Joined by a full band, Tramp will hit on some of White Lion's iconic numbers, including "When the Children Cry," "Wait," and "Radar Love."Acoustic/electric duo Kelly & Son opens the show on Oct. 8, starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are priced between $30 and $45 depending on seating choice, on sale online or by calling the box office at (518) 798-0366. The show takes place inside the recently renovated Heritage Hall, an event space located downstairs inside the arena.White Lion was co-founded by Tramp in 1983, and released four albums ...

'I love this city' - Wainwright thanks St. Louis fans, family after 200th win

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Adam Wainwright cruised to his 200th career win behind seven shutout innings Monday, becoming just the third pitcher in St. Louis Cardinals history to win 200 games with the team. The energy at Busch Stadium is as close as the Cardinals will get to postseason vibes this season. Tens of thousands erupted in celebration at Busch Stadium as the Cardinals preserved a 1-0 lead over the NL-leading Milwaukee Brewers to secure Wainwright's milestone win. And the night proved quite an emotional moment for Wainwright too, who shared hugs in the dugout and on the field, gave a speech on the field, and enjoyed a clubhouse celebration in epic fashion. 200 WINS! Adam Wainwright caps career with long-awaited milestone Wainwright, in a one-on-one chat with Mike Claiborne following the game, thanked the crowd and his family for helping him grind through a tough final season to reach 200 wins. "I love this city. I love being a St. Louis Cardinal, and I love that I got to play my whole ...

Lake St. Louis man spotted on casino cam after father's death

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

LAKE ST. LOUIS, Mo. -- Police are investigating the death of a 72-year-old man found dead at a home on Rue Grand Drive Thursday afternoon. Joseph Liszewski is facing a first degree murder charge in connection to the incident. He is being held on a $1 million cash-only bond.Court documents state that a woman called 911 to tell police that something terrible had happened at the home. She received distressing text messages from Liszewski. When she went to check on him, she saw blood and guns all over the place. Liszewski told her that the victim stepped on a gun, and was just sleeping.Liszewski told officers that "My dad hurt himself" when they arrived at the home. They found the victim in a bedroom. He had a gunshot wound to the left side of his face. There was blood on the bed and all around the bedroom. He was covered in a comforter, with a bloody pillow over his face. New York company moving headquarters to St. Louis Police placed Liszewski under arrest. He admitted several confl...

Man admits to shooting, robbing manager at Denny's in south St. Louis County

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:05:01 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man admitted to shooting and robbing his manager during an encounter last year at a Denny's in south St. Louis County. Jeremy Critten, 21, pleaded guilty to felonies of first-degree assault and first-degree robbery during court proceedings Monday. The robbery happened on Sept. 3, 2022 at Denny's in the 6400 block of S. Lindbergh Blvd. According to court documents obtained by FOX 2, Critten shot his manager and held him at gunpoint while he stole his phone and tried to steal from the restaurant's safe. Police reviewed surveillance video from the incident, leading to Critten's court confession. New York company moving headquarters to St. Louis "It's good that we held this individual accountable for these incredibly dangerous and reckless actions. Hopefully this plea provides the victim in this case some much-needed closure," said St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell.This is considered a blind plea, so St. Louis County prosecutors have not yet ...