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How the NFT market rose and crashed, and who’s left holding the bill

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

In today’s Big Story Podcast, a couple of years ago, NFTs were the next big thing. They were everywhere, with celebrity endorsements, big media companies jumping on the bandwagon and ceaseless promotion from nearly everyone in the crypto sphere. They were “valued” as one-of-a-kind tokens to exclusive communities and riches to come.Today? A new report finds that 95 per cent of them are absolutely worthless, and the communities that sprung up around them are ghost towns. Ed Zitron is the writer of Where’s Your Ed At? and CEO of EZPR. “It’s scary that this took off, but actually quite funny how it crashed. But still, there are tons of victims,” said Zitron. Millions of dollars have been lost. But whose millions? The people who created and promoted them? Or the folks who saw a chance to join that club and put the money they couldn’t afford to lose into a risky play?You can subscribe to The Big Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google and Spotify.Y...

Dean's 'Weekender' features a few activities for a rainy weekend

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

CHICAGO — It's going to be a rainy, cool fall weekend in the Chicago area, so its expected that many will be indoors over the next three days.The good news is that there are a number of activities for people to check out and stay dry. Dean Richards had a number of those events in his "Weekender" on Friday's WGN Morning News. He featured concerts by Phish, The Temptations & The Four Tops, Legends of Hip Hop, Gladys Knight, The Zombies, performances of "A Wonderful World," "Lucha Teotl," comedy shows by Jon Lovitz, Gina Brillon, along with three fall festivals.Dean also took a look at a few other events going on in the area as well, and you can see that by watching the full "Weekender" from the October 13 morning news in the video above. Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter. You'll also get his Dean Cooks recipes too!

Leander debates closing low-water crossing with a history of crashes

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

LEANDER, Texas (KXAN) -- Leander city council is considering permanently closing a low-water crossing on County Road 177 after a history of crashes and accidents, including the time a school bus was swept by flood waters after the driver tried to cross, but neighbors in the area are asking the city to pump the brakes. City council discussed the closure during an Oct. 10 city council meeting. The ordinance that was introduced said the road is "narrow" and in "poor condition." The fire and police departments both said it would not disrupt services if the road was closed. Gina Ellison, the public works director for Leander, said there were 24 crashes on this area of the road. That's because it is only wide enough for one car to cross, but traffic moves in both directions along CR 177. In 2018, a school bus tried to cross the road during a storm when water was rushing over it. Dashcam video of the bus showed it being swept away. One child and the driver were on board at the time. In 202...

Hiker carried out after injury in Greene County

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

HUNTER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A hiker was assisted by Forest Rangers after suffering ankle and shoulder injuries near Newman's Ledge on the Escarpment Trail in Green County on Tuesday, October 3 around 3:30 p.m. The hiker was accompanied by a hiking partner and two dogs. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The partner and dogs went to look for help. The 34-year-old hiker from Brooklyn realized she had cell service and called 911. A Forest Ranger hiked roughly one and a half miles to her, provided first aid, and helped coordinate the evacuation. Forest Rangers helped with a wheeled litter and rope gear while more joined for the carry-out. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) says rope gear was needed in four areas of steep terrain. The carry-out was completed at 10:15 p.m. The hiker's partner took her to the hospital.

Hadley man arrested, charged with burglary

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

HADLEY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Hadley man was arrested on Monday, October 2 in connection to a burglary on Bell Brook Road in the town of Hadley. Devin Wyman, 30, faces several charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Monday, October 2, deputies from the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a burglary in progress on Bell Brook Road. Following an investigation, Wyman was arrested and accused of entering a dwelling unlawfully with the intent to commit a crime.Charges:Second-degree burglaryPetit larceny (two counts) 5 things to know this Friday, October 13 Wyman was arraigned in the Milton Town Court and was released to pre-trial services pending further action. According to the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office, Wyman was charged with the same offense stemming from an incident in Corinth on September 28.

Applebee's in Glenmont permanently closing

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

GLENMONT, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Capital Region is losing an Applebee's location. The restaurant at 291 Route 9W in Glenmont will be permanently closing. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "We greatly appreciate our neighbors' patronage for the past 10 years and have loved being a part of this neighborhood," said a spokesperson from T.L. Cannon, the local Applebee’s franchisee.The Glenmont Applebee's will be closing its doors on Sunday, October 15. The spokesperson said all employees have been offered positions at nearby locations. Glens Falls game tavern enchanted with ‘Harry Potter’ If you're looking for another Applebee's in the Capital Region, you can find one at:268 Saratoga Road in Glenville420 Fairview Avenue in Hudson223 N. Comrie Avenue in Johnstown555 Troy Schenectady Road in Latham255 Quaker Road in Queensbury594 North Troy Road in Rensselaer3 Lowes Drive in Wilton2400 Cambridge Road in SchenectadyApplebee's has almost...

5 things to know this Friday, October 13

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- It may be Friday the 13, but at least it's Friday. We've made it to the end of the work week, everyone. According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, we can expect a sunny day ahead. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! With winter around the corner, temperatures will soon start dropping. Shelters of Saratoga is proactively preparing; they’re prepping a new location to help the homeless population. Meanwhile, new legislation has been introduced to make social media safer for children in New York. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Friday afternoon. 1. Saratoga Springs has a new Code Blue shelter locationWith winter around the corner, temperatures will soon start dropping. Shelters of Saratoga is proactively preparing; they’re prepping a new location to help the homeless population. NEWS10 toured the new facility that officials say will allow them to help even more homeless people ...

Biden administration announces $7 billion for 7 regional hydrogen energy ‘hubs’

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

The Biden administration is putting $7 billion into regional “hubs” around the country dedicated to producing hydrogen energy — touting the funds as an effort to fight climate change and create jobs.These hubs are clusters of facilities located in the same geographic area aiming to produce and consume hydrogen — as well as related infrastructure like pipelines.  They are located in Appalachia, California, the Gulf Coast, the Mid-Atlantic, the Midwest the Pacific Northwest and an area referred to as the “Heartland” that encompasses the Dakotas and Minnesota. An administration official told reporters Thursday that the hubs will create a total of tens of thousands of jobs and catalyze more than $40 billion in private investment.Hydrogen energy is created by separating hydrogen from oxygen in water molecules — producing hydrogen energy. The administration has touted it as a potential climate solution, as hydrogen can be used in industries like aviation and stee...

Woman dead after crash in south St. Louis City

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A deadly crash took place Friday morning in south St. Louis City. The crash happened just before 4:30 a.m. at Chippewa and Kingshighway Boulevard. South county residents shocked after gunfire hits elementary school, driver wanted One woman died. There is no word on the cause of the crash.FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

City aldermen addressing short-term rental regulations today

Published Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:56:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis aldermen are set to advance several important issues at their meeting Friday.Two bills would impose new rules for short-term rentals, including requiring owners to have a permit and requiring a minimum two-night stay. Aldermen will also advance a bill to put up steel barriers outside the railway express building downtown and charge the property owners. St. Louis youth football coach recovering after shooting, suspect charged That work is already underway. A new resolution being offered Friday would allow the city to hire retired police officers for part-time traffic duty.