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Troy man pleads guilty in storage unit burglary case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

MALTA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Troy man pleaded guilty to burglary relating to a storage unit burglary that happened in February. Michael Fox, 37, was arrested in March following an investigation. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On February 14, New York State Police got a complaint about a storage unit in Malta that was broken into and had multiple items stolen. Through investigation, police identified Fox as a suspect and found he was one of a few that entered the storage facility without being authorized, broke the lock on the unit, and took items that weren’t his.Fox was later arrested on a warrant. He was taken from the Saratoga County Correctional Facility, where he was being held on unrelated matters, and processed at Saratoga State Police.According to the Saratoga County District Attorney's Office, Fox pleaded guilty to third-degree burglary. He is scheduled for sentencing on July 26 at 10:30 a.m.

5 things to know this Thursday, June 15

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Friday eve! Per Meteorologist Jill Szwed, we're currently in between systems. We can expect more dry time before showers return on Friday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! An area contractor was arrested in connection to the death of one of his employees. Also, officials weighed in on the possibility of losing Rensselaer County's only Maternity unit. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning. 1. Area contractor arrested in connection to employee deathThe Northville Village police have arrested an area construction contractor in connection with the death of one of his employees.2. Officials weigh in on the possibility of losing Rensselaer County’s only Maternity unitBoth healthcare and government officials are now weighing in on St. Peter’s Health Partner’s decision to shut down the labor and delivery unit at Samaritan Hospital in Troy. Because then ...

Meet the female dog behind #ScarlettSundays

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

MENANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society launched a social media campaign in an effort to get one of their longtime residents, Scarlett, adopted. Scarlett arrived to the shelter in 2021 as a puppy when animal control found her in Troy. #ScarlettSundays for sheltered dog of 3 years Scarlett is believed to be a Mastiff Mix, and weighs about 85 pounds. She's described as energetic, but sensitive. She takes a couple meetings before she melts at your feet.Scarlett has lived at the shelter for almost three years.Scarlett has had two surgeries on her right back leg while she's been at the shelter. They're not sure if it was congenital or an injury, but she may need additional medical attention in the future. They say she would do best in an adult home, and is open to pet siblings (cat or dog) with the right introductions. Pet Connection with Steve Caporizzo Scarlett has appeared on Pet Connection. If you think you're the right fit, you can set up an appointment to meet...

Schenectady man indicted for drug trafficking

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Schenectady man was arraigned Wednesday on a 13-count indictment charging that he distributed and possessed with intent to distribute several controlled substances, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). Ocyris Morgan, 35, faces five to 40 years in prison if convicted. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the DOJ, Morgan allegedly distributed cocaine and methamphetamine through 12 sales since August 2022. When he was arrested, he allegedly possessed and intended to sell additional quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as fentanyl.If convicted, Morgan also faces a fine of up to $1M and a term of supervised release from four years to life.

City aldermen discussing water rate hike today

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis City board of aldermen will have its first real debate Thursday morning of the proposed legislation that would significantly raise the water bill for city residents. The board of aldermen will meet at the City Hall at 10:00 a.m. Among their agenda item perfecting board Bill 49 or the water rate bill. One city official told FOX 2 that a "spirited conversation" is expected.As the water rate bill takes the spotlight, FOX 2 was granted access to take cameras inside the city's water treatment plant, seeing leaky pipes and broken pumps.Kurt Skouby, the director of public utilities for the city of St. Louis, told FOX 2 that there is always going to be some leakage inside the facility, but it shouldn't be as much as we saw. Skouby said the city's water department is in desperate need of additional funding to keep up with inflation, repairs and infrastructure needs. Man died holding apartment door closed as sister fled shooter, police say Skouby also explained tha...

Crews investigating crash on I-170 SB, all lanes reopened

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Crews are at the scene of an accident the left a driver seriously injured Thursday morning. Our Nissan Rogue Runner reporter Nic Lopez was at the scene located on I-170 southbound at St. Charles Rock Road, where state troopers were blocking multiple lanes and are still investigating the scene. Man died holding apartment door closed as sister fled shooter, police say One driver was involved and the crash, but there are no reports on the severity of their injuries. The cause of the crash has also not yet been revealed. All lanes in the area have since been reopened.FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Mississippi River cleanup happening today in Alton, Illinois

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

ALTON, Ill. - A reminder to stop littering from Lewis and Clark Community College's National Great Rivers Research and Education Center hosts its River Cleanup Thursday.It's part of their 'Mississippi River Days of Action' initiative. The event will take place Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Center's Field Station located at 1 Confluence Way in east Alton. Man died holding apartment door closed as sister fled shooter, police say There will be free coffee, bagels, and prizes will be awarded to those who clean up the most trash.

Mehlville School District holding job interviews today

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

MEHVILLE, Mo.- Mehlville School District is holding several job interviews Thursday.They're holding job interviews for bus drivers, second shift custodians, and part-time school food technicians. Man died holding apartment door closed as sister fled shooter, police say The event takes place from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the school district's central office on Lemay Ferry Road.

Chaifetz Arena hosting St. Louis Veterans Job Fair today

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS - There's a job fair for veterans looking for work Thursday.49 businesses will be looking to hire, including the St. Louis VA Health Care System, Wells Fargo, BJC Healthcare, Worldwide Technology, and FEMA. City aldermen discussing water rate hike today The St. Louis Veterans Job Fair is from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Chaifetz Arena.

Boeing hosting hiring event this afternoon

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:10:37 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Boeing is looking for workers, but not for ones to work in the clouds.They're holding a hiring event Thursday for engineering and finance professionals. Man died holding apartment door closed as sister fled shooter, police say It's from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at their corporate offices on 9000 Airport Road.