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New AI exhibit introduces visitors to the future

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- From Chat GPT to self driving cars, artificial intelligence is everywhere. A new exhibit at the Museum of Innovation and Science in Schenectady shows just how fast AI can evolve and how we can better understand its future. “Getting people comfortable with the idea that this technology exists and that this is a tool to be harnessed and utilized," Gina Gould, president and CEO of the Museum of Innovation and Science, said. "The writing app alone is extraordinary, what used to take me three hours is now five minutes.”  Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The exhibit is sponsored by AI Plus, an initiative at UAlbany that helps integrate teaching and learning about artificial intelligence into the curriculum. “They understand AI, they understand the foundation so they can build a new generation of AI that are trustworthy and doesn’t have bias and things like that," Thenkurussi Kesavadas, vice president ...

Two arrested following police chase in Argyle

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

ARGYLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two people were arrested after one allegedly fled a traffic stop, ensuing a police-involved car chase in Argyle. Kevin Williamson (34, Argyle) and Jaime Hinds (43, Moriah) each face several charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Tuesday, around 4:10 p.m., troopers stopped a car near Elm Street in Argyle for a vehicle and traffic law violation. Troopers identified the driver as Williamson and say he didn't have a valid driver's license.Troopers say the passenger provided false identification but was later identified as Hinds. As Williamson was removed from the car, troopers say he was found to possess a controlled substance. WCSO responds to fatal Kingsbury motorcycle crash During the interview, state police say Hinds failed to follow commands as she locked herself in the car, moved to the driver's seat, and fled the scene. As she left, law enforcement says she nearly struck a trooper. A chas...

Bimi's Canteen & Bar opens in Chatham

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

CHATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Bimi's Canteen & Bar, located at 19 Main Street in Chatham, officially opened on June 3. Owners Ellen Waggett and Chris Landy also own Bimi's Cheese Shop, which is located right next door at 21 Main Street. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The menu features salads, charcuterie plates with cheeses from next door, steak, fish, chicken pork, and dessert. You can view the full menu on the Bimi's Canteen & Bar Facebook page.The restaurant also features a downstairs "speakeasy." Parking is available along Main Street with more parking at the depot lot by Community Bank. The ADA entrance is through the back door and there is limited parking behind the restaurant. Schenectady’s Mexican Radio closes after 9 years Bimi's Canteen & Bar is open Thursday through Monday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. You can make a reservation on the Resy website.

Tyler Street Extension and Reed Street improvement project

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- The City of Pittsfield is announcing that on Wednesday, paving operations will take place on Tyler Street Extension and Reed Street. On-street parking will be prohibited between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes while this work is underway. The schedule is subject to change based on weather conditions.

Sex offender pleads guilty to attempting to entice minor

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A registered sex offender from Schenectady pleaded guilty on Monday to attempting to entice a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, as well as committing a felony offense involving a minor while required to register as a sex offender. Matthew Peters, 48, faces 20 years to life in prison when he is sentenced on October 10. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), Peters admitted that between October 2 and October 7, 2020, he initiated and exchanged sexually explicit messages with an undercover law enforcement agent posing as a 14-year-old child. The DOJ says after Peters learned the apparent child was 14 years old, he repeatedly asked the minor for nudes and live images.According to the DOJ, Peters also asked the minor to meet him on several occasions and discussed engaging in various sexual acts with the minor when they met. He arranged to meet the m...

Polling places change for Warren County June primary

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

WARREN COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Primary elections come around once again in June. On Monday, Warren County released its list of polling places and early voting details for the upcoming June 27 primary. Some locations are specific based on party. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Changes to polling places have been made by Warren County to reflect the fact that primaries are limited, and to streamline operations at individual polling places. Those not listed below can visit their usual polling places. Changes to Warren County's polling places this June include:Democratic and Conservative voters in Glens Falls Ward 2 and Ward 3 can vote at the Church of the Messiah at 296 Glen St. in Glens FallsAll Conservative party members in Queensbury and Lake George can vote at the Warren County Human Services building, 1340 Route 9 in QueensburyAll Conservative party members in Bolton can vote at Warrensburg Jr./Sr/ High School, 103 Schroo...

Warrensburg woman arrested for DWI following three-car crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

WARRENSBURG, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Warrensburg woman was arrested after causing a three-vehicle crash while having a blood alcohol content four times the legal limit. Heather Charon, 41, has been charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On June 3 at 3:40 p.m., state troopers responded to the area of State Route 9 in Warrensburg on the report of a three-car crash with injuries. The investigation revealed that Charon was driving a vehicle northbound when she struck a parked car, pushing it into a second parked vehicle. The first car that was struck was occupied by a child, who sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Charon was arrested and transported to SP Chestertown for processing, where she recorded the 0.32% BAC. State police conduct underage drinking detail in Washington County In addition to the DWI, Charon was also charged with several vehicle and traffic law viol...

Ann Wilson of Heart to perform in Albany

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Ann Wilson, the founder and lead singer of rock band Heart, is set to perform with Tripsitter at The Egg in Albany. The concert is set for August 29 at 8 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Heart was formed in 1973 by Wilson with her sister Nancy Wilson on guitar. The band is best known for the songs “Barracuda,” “Crazy On You,” and “Magic Man,” among many others. Wilson and Tripsitter are currently finishing up their new album of original material. You can buy tickets for the concert on The Egg website.

After missteps with some Hispanic voters in 2020, Biden faces pressure to get 2024 outreach right

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

By WILL WEISSERT and ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON (Associated Press)KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) — Joe Biden vowed in 2020 to work “like the devil” to energize Hispanic voters, and flew to Florida seven weeks before Election Day to do just that. But as he stepped to the podium at a Hispanic Heritage Month event near Disney World, Biden declared, “I just have one thing to say” and used his phone to play part of “Despacito.” It was meant as a salute to the singer of the reggaeton hit, Luis Fonsi, who had introduced Biden and cried, “Dance a little bit, Joe.” Still, the gesture triggered swift online backlash from some Hispanics, who saw it as playing to belittling stereotypes — proof that while outreach is important, failing to strike the right cultural tone can undermine such efforts. “The details actually matter for people because it’s respecting their background, respecting their history, respecting their culture,” said G...

'Golf's Longest Day' could give Burbank teen shot at major championship

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:04:36 GMT

In less than two weeks, the golf world will descend on Los Angeles for one of the most prestigious and lucrative tournaments in the world.The 123rd United States Open Championship, one of golf's four major championships, will be held at Los Angeles Country Club June 15-18.This year's Open boasts competitors like the No.1 player in the world Scottie Scheffler, five-time major winner Brooks Koepka and three-time major winner Jordan Spieth, just a few names among a crowded field of golf's best players.Hoping to join that illustrious group? A seventh grader from Burbank.Jaden Soong, 13, is the youngest player ever to make the second round of qualifying for the U.S. Open.If he plays well enough at Hillcrest Country Club on Monday, the Thomas Starr King Middle School student will be the youngest to ever play the U.S. Open and will compete alongside the best in the world, including Spieth, one of Soong's favorite golfers and himself a previous winner of the U.S. Open."Thank you to all that...