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Woman found dead after 'apparent bear encounter' near Yellowstone

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

(The Hill) -- A woman was found dead after an “apparent bear encounter” near Yellowstone National Park in Montana on Saturday.The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) said investigators confirmed grizzly bear tracks at the scene and said the investigation was ongoing. The woman was discovered on the Buttermilk Trail, an area about 8 miles west of West Yellowstone. U.S. Forest rangers of the Custer Gallatin National Forest issued an emergency closure of the area “for human safety.” “Bears can be found throughout Montana. In recent years, grizzly bear populations have expanded. People venturing into the outdoors should ‘Be Bear Aware,’” the department said in an update on the investigation before listing precautionary steps, including carrying bear spray, traveling in groups in daylight hours, avoiding carcass sites and making noises to alert bears to their presence.  Watch: Rattlesnake coils, rattles as hiker nearly steps on it Last week, the FWP issu...

Video: Rattlesnake coils, rattles as hiker nearly steps on it

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Some Colorado hikers were traversing through Castlewood Canyon State Park when one of them almost stepped on a rattlesnake, they said.Chelsea Chamberland told FOX31 in an email that her husband, Darren, almost stepped on the snake last Saturday around 9 a.m. on the Rim Rock trail."He definitely upset the snake because it immediately coiled up and started rattling," she said.The snake was in disguise, blending in well with its sandy surroundings on the path of the trail. Remember these rattlesnake precautions for your kids, pets Darren Chamberland, of Parker, was hiking with his neighbor, Chris Armstrong, who told him to "be careful, he's ready to strike."Chelsea Chamberland said her husband, who had never seen a rattlesnake in person before, was luckily paying close attention."My husband recalls stating, 'Whoa! Rattlesnake!' as he skipped and jumped to the right and past the snake," she said.Armstrong was not yet past the snake on the trail when it coiled and rat...

Weekend Break: Firehouse boat tours

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

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More than a third of Americans choose to have a 'sleep divorce'

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Whether your partner is prone to snoring or you need to wake up at 3 a.m. the next day, couples have plenty of reasons for sleeping in different beds at home.The nontraditional sleeping arrangement is described by experts as a "sleep divorce" and is more common than you might think.A new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine shows 35% of respondents sleep in a different room from their partner consistently (15%) or occasionally (20%)."The question really is why do you have to sleep separately, what's going on with your bed partner," said American Academy of Sleep Medicine board member Dr. Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg. "I think it's a negative if you are ignoring any underlying sleep issues that can be fixed and resolved and evaluated."The survey talked to 2,005 people across the country and found men are likelier to say they move to a different room than women. Forty-five percent of men reported sleeping in another room some or all of the time compared to just...

St. Paul motorcyclist killed in I-94 crash in Minneapolis

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

A St. Paul woman riding on the back of a Harley-Davidson was killed and the driver was injured after the motorcycle crashed into the back of a car on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis late Saturday, the State Patrol said.The crash happened on eastbound I-94 near Franklin Avenue just after 10:30 p.m., sending Jerry Lynn Phillips, 53, and 40-year-old Ann Elizabeth Warner to the pavement, the State Patrol said. They were not wearing helmets.Warner died at the scene, the State Patrol said, while Phillips, also of St. Paul, was taken to Hennepin County Medical Center with life-threatening injuries. He was listed in critical condition Monday morning, a hospital spokeswoman said.Related ArticlesNews | Minneapolis backs off arrests for psychedelic plant use News | Minneapolis police reforms leader hired following George Floyd’s murder to retire after a year News | Two men sentenced in violent assault of transgender woman at Minneapolis light rail statio...

Latest Amtrak schedule update

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Amtrak has released their latest scheduling updates amid current heat restrictions Canadian National (CN) has in place. A spokesperson from Amtrak says they've sought out several different solutions with CN and the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) due to restrictions that have caused significant delays. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Beginning on Monday, the Adirondack will only operate between New York City and Saratoga Springs. Amtrak and NYSDOT plan to return to scheduled service in mid-September when CN is expected to lift heat restrictions, however, it is possible the heat restrictions could be lifted before then. Customers can find accurate, up-to-date schedules on Amtrak.com. The current heat restrictions in place limit Amtrak trains within Canada to 10 miles per hour for up to 40 miles. Amtrak also plans to work with CN and NYSDOT to find a long-term solution for trains to o...

The Bunker opens in Schenectady's Mohawk Harbor

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Bunker, an indoor golf simulator and lounge, has opened in Mohawk Harbor in Schenectady. The lounge opened on Friday, July 21 with the official grand opening party set for August 4 and 5. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Located next to Rivers Casino, the 3,500-square-foot space features four golf simulator bays, interactive darts, an outdoor patio, food, drinks, and live music. According to the company, this location also has VIP patio bays with bar service.Owners Troy Miller and Burl McCutcheon opened The Bunker’s original location in Guilderland in 2019. They decided to start the business after visiting an indoor golf facility and wanting to create a “super high-end” experience for indoor golf. Malcolm’s in Schenectady closes its doors An indoor golf simulator lets you practice golf indoors in a virtually simulated environment. At The Bunker, up to eight people can play in each bay. Each pe...

Woman dead after apparent grizzly bear attack near Yellowstone

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

A woman was found dead in Montana over the weekend after encountering a grizzly bear near Yellowstone National Park.The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks said the woman’s body was recovered on the Buttermilk Trail, about eight miles west of West Yellowstone. While investigators did not confirm the woman’s cause of death, they said grizzly bear tracks were found at the scene and an investigation into the apparent attack was ongoing.“The Custer Gallatin National Forest has issued an emergency closure of the Buttermilk area for human safety. Please avoid the area,” officials said in a statement. “More information will be provided as it becomes available.”Montana, which has been dubbed “bear country,” has encountered a rise in its grizzly population in recent years with the animals increasingly roaming areas they have not occupied for decades, officials said.Related ArticlesNational News | In honor of “The Bea...

Two Waffle Brothers spots seized for unpaid taxes

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

Waffle Brothers restaurants closed two spots after the City and County of Denver seized the properties over unpaid taxes.Signs dated July 14 and posted at 700 E. 1st Ave. and 1707 Lafayette St. state the restaurant owed $27,643 in taxes.The posted notice said Waffle Brothers fell behind in taxes in October. In large letters, the notice reads, “This property is in possession of the … City and County of Denver, State of Colorado … for the collection of unpaid taxes.”The same signs are posted at both locations. Owner John Power did not respond to requests for comment.Waffle Brothers, which was known for its Belgian-style sugar waffle, opened its first brick and mortar location in 2010. After closing the original spot for a larger space, it re-opened in 2014 at Washington and First streets.The brand introduced the pub-style spot on Lafayette in 2013, which offered beer and wine in addition to its standard menu. According to its website, the restaurant has one location in Las Vegas.Above...

Pedestrian struck and killed by teen in Huntington Beach 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:59 GMT

A woman was struck and killed by a car in Huntington Beach late Sunday night. According to a news release from the Huntington Beach Police Department, officers responded to a traffic collision on Beach Boulevard north of Williams Drive around 11 p.m. The driver of a 2019 Hyundai Kona, only identified as an 18-year-old female from Upland, was driving northbound in the fast lane when she struck the pedestrian. Police say the pedestrian was outside of the crosswalk at the time.  Gun allegedly brandished during South Los Angeles hit-and-run The victim was identified as a 34-year-old woman from Florida and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Hyundai remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Police say the driver did not appear to be impaired. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or the events leading up to it is asked to contact HBPD Traffic Investigator J. Rounds at 714-536-5666.