Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 12 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $154M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 12 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $154M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Feb. 12 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $154M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Wednesday, Feb. 12 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $154 million with a $71.4 million cash option. If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, Feb 15. The winning numbers for Wednesday's drawing were 21-32-36-45-49 with a Powerball of 18 and the Power Play was 2X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to officials. Prizes then range from $1 mill…
Feds Suing NY State Officials Over 'Green Light' Immigration Law: 'We're Coming After You' Feds Suing NY State Officials Over 'Green Light' Immigration Law: 'We're Coming After You'
Feds Suing NY State Officials Over 'Green Light' Immigration Law: 'We're Coming After You' The US Justice Department is suing New York State officials–including Gov. Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James–over alleged failures to enforce federal immigration law. A sweeping lawsuit accuses the Empire State of adhering to policies that protect undocumented immigrants at the expense of public safety, new US Attorney General Pam Bondi said. “This is a new DOJ, and we are taking steps to protect Americans,” Bondi said Wednesday, Feb. 12, standing alongside law enforcement officials and Tammy Nobles, an “angel mom" whose daughter was killed by an MS-13 gang member from El Salv…
First Snowfall Predictions Released For Weekend Storm Headed To Northeast First Snowfall Predictions Released For Weekend Storm Headed To Northeast
First Snowfall Predictions Released For Weekend Storm Headed To Northeast The first snowfall projections have been released for a new winter storm that will move through the Northeast over the weekend. The system is expected to arrive in the early afternoon on Saturday, Feb. 15, with precipitation continuing through the overnight into Sunday, Feb. 16. A combination of rain, snow, and ice is likely from the New York City area to Boston. There will be mainly rain from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, AccuWeather says. Earlier Report - Stormy Stretch: Forecasters Eye Path Of New System On Track For Weekend As temperatures rise well into the 40s even in northernmo…
The Sweet Story of Pączki at Market 32 & Price Chopper The Sweet Story of Pączki at Market 32 & Price Chopper
The Sweet Story of Pączki at Market 32 & Price Chopper When it comes to celebrating traditions with food, few treats bring people together like paczki. For those of you who are not aware, paczki are pillowy Polish pastries which have been around for centuries. Here at Market 32 & Price Chopper, we’ve made it our mission to carry on that tradition—not just by offering paczki, but by making sure we have the best paczki in town. A Little History Behind the Pastry Paczki (pronounced pohnch-kee) are more than just donuts; they are a delicious slice of history. These rich, deep-fried delights date back to the Middle Ages in Poland, where they wer…
13-, 14-Year-Old Injured In Shooting In Downtown Albany; Suspect Outstanding 13-, 14-Year-Old Injured In Shooting In Downtown Albany; Suspect Outstanding
13-, 14-Year-Old Injured In Shooting In Downtown Albany; Suspect Outstanding Two teenagers are recovering following a shooting that occurred just blocks from the state Capitol. Officers responding to reports of gunshots near Myrtle Avenue and Grand Street in Albany found two injured teens just before 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, Albany Police said. A 14-year-old boy had a gunshot wound to his leg, and a 13-year-old boy had suffered a graze bullet wound to his upper leg. Both victims were treated by medics at the scene and taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with what police described as non-life-threatening injuries. No suspects had been arrested as of Wednesda…
NY Natives Mariah Carey, Cyndi Lauper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: See The Full List NY Natives Mariah Carey, Cyndi Lauper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: See The Full List
NY Natives Mariah Carey, Cyndi Lauper Nominated For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: See The Full List Three Northeast natives are among the music icons hoping to be in the next class for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The Cleveland museum announced its 2025 nominees on Wednesday, Feb. 12. Among the contenders are Long Island native Mariah Carey, Philadelphia's own Chubby Checker, and New York City-born Cyndi Lauper. Several British acts are among the nominees, including rock group Bad Company, Southern blues-style band The Black Crowes, punk rock legend Billy Idol, raspy blues singer Joe Cocker, post-punk group Joy Division/New Order, and recently reunited Britpop band Oasis. A…
Dad Kidnapped 16-Year-Old Son Who Ran Away From Church Camp In Region, Police Say Dad Kidnapped 16-Year-Old Son Who Ran Away From Church Camp In Region, Police Say
Dad Kidnapped 16-Year-Old Son Who Ran Away From Church Camp In Region, Police Say A New York man is accused of kidnapping his teenage son and taking him across state lines after the boy ran away from a church camp. John Tonchen, 54, of Endicott, was extradited to Sullivan County from Michigan on suspicion of kidnapping and related charges on Wednesday, Feb. 5, according to New York State Police. Troopers began investigating after receiving a report that a 16-year-old boy had run away from Camp Covenanter in White Lake on Sept. 20, 2024. The teen had not shown up for dinner, and a search of his belongings revealed that he had left the camp. After an investigation, police…
Joann Closing NY Stores Among 500 Locations Nationwide: See The List Joann Closing NY Stores Among 500 Locations Nationwide: See The List
Joann Closing NY Stores Among 500 Locations Nationwide: See The List Joann is set to close more than half of its stores nationwide, marking a major contraction for the arts and crafts retailer as it navigates bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year. The Ohio-based chain, which operates about 800 locations, will shutter around 500 stores, a company spokesperson confirmed to the Daily Voice. The move is part of a broader restructuring effort as the company seeks to stabilize its finances following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in January. The spokesperson said the decision was "very difficult" but critical to Joann's future. "A careful a…
15-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing Nearly Week 15-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing Nearly Week
15-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing Nearly Week A teenager from the Capital Region has been missing for nearly a week. Charisma Myers-Gurley, 15, of Albany, was last seen on Friday, Feb, 7, according to Albany Police. Additional details, including the clothing she was wearing and where she’s known to frequent, were not immediately available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Snow Moon Will Shine Bright: Here Are Best Times To Watch Snow Moon Will Shine Bright: Here Are Best Times To Watch
Snow Moon Will Shine Bright: Here Are Best Times To Watch Winter’s celestial showcase is arriving just in time to break up the mid-February chill.  The Full Snow Moon, named for the heavy snowfall that typically blankets the month, will rise after dusk on Wednesday, Feb. 12, casting a luminous glow across the night sky. Viewing conditions, however, may be tricky in some areas. Current forecasts for parts of the Northeast indicate mostly cloudy skies, with a wintry mix Wednesday night into Thursday morning, Feb. 13.  If cloud cover obstructs the view, the moon will remain nearly full Thursday night, offering another chance to catch a gli…
Inflation Climbs To Start 2025, Fueled By Dramatic Egg Price Jump, Fears Over Trump Policies Inflation Climbs To Start 2025, Fueled By Dramatic Egg Price Jump, Fears Over Trump Policies
Inflation Climbs To Start 2025, Fueled By Dramatic Egg Price Jump, Fears Over Trump Policies Inflation unexpectedly accelerated in the first month of 2025, adding political and economic pressure to President Donald Trump's campaign promise of immediate relief to high consumer prices. In January, overall inflation climbed 3.3 percent year-over-year for core items and 0.5 percent monthly, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released on Wednesday, Feb. 12. That ran slightly ahead of economists' prediction of 3.2 percent inflation, NBC News reported. Core items exclude notably volatile prices for food and energy. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) still inc…
Another American Hostage To Be Freed Following Teacher's Return From Russia, Albany Native Says Another American Hostage To Be Freed Following Teacher's Return From Russia, Albany Native Says
Another American Hostage To Be Freed Following Teacher's Return From Russia, Albany Native Says One day after Pennsylvania teacher Marc Fogel returned home from Russian imprisonment, another American hostage is expected to be freed, President Trump’s special envoy for hostages, Adam Boehler, told Fox News. The unnamed hostage is expected to be released on Wednesday, Feb. 12, Boehler, an Albany native and UPenn graduate, said during an interview with Sean Hannity on Tuesday evening, Feb. 11. “It’s another in a stream of hostages. It’ll be unilateral as well. And I can’t release [the person’s name] until the person’s released, obviously it could endanger the hostage release and that I c…
American Teacher Marc Fogel Returns Home After Release From Russian Prison American Teacher Marc Fogel Returns Home After Release From Russian Prison
American Teacher Marc Fogel Returns Home After Release From Russian Prison Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania teacher detained in Russia since 2021, is back in the United States following a negotiated exchange facilitated by President Donald J. Trump and his administration, officials announced on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Fogel, who had been serving a 14-year sentence for possessing medical marijuana prescribed for chronic pain, was freed after diplomatic efforts led by Trump and his Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. His return follows years of advocacy from his family and lawmakers across the political spectrum. Fogel, Family Express Gratitude In his first public remarks since return…
Monty The Giant Schnauzer Wins Best In Show At Westminster's MSG Return Monty The Giant Schnauzer Wins Best In Show At Westminster's MSG Return
Monty The Giant Schnauzer Wins Best In Show At Westminster's MSG Return A giant schnauzer from the Jersey Shore and a human handler from northeastern Connecticut have captured the biggest award on the dog show circuit. Monty, a five-year-old male from Ocean City, New Jersey, won Best in Show at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on Tuesday, Feb. 11. He was handled by co-owner Katie Bernardin of Chaplin, CT. The schnauzer with a dignified black coat defeated more than 2,500 other dogs during two days of judging in New York City, culminating with the group and Best in Show competitions at Madison Square Garden. "He always tried so hard and I'…
Stormy Stretch: Forecasters Eye Path Of New System On Track For Weekend Stormy Stretch: Forecasters Eye Path Of New System On Track For Weekend
Stormy Stretch: Forecasters Eye Path Of New System On Track For Weekend As a midweek system sweeps through the Northeast during what has been the stormiest stretch of winter, forecasters are monitoring the track of a new storm set for the weekend. Click here for a new, updated story - First Snowfall Predictions Released For Weekend Storm Headed To Northeast But first, the storm that arrived overnight Tuesday, Feb. 11 will bring a second round of precipitation late Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 12 into the evening, according to the National Weather Service.  Snow and ice accumulations will generally be on the lighter side for areas, but it could still r…
New Surge In Flu Cases Reported Nationwide; These States Are Seeing Biggest Spikes New Surge In Flu Cases Reported Nationwide; These States Are Seeing Biggest Spikes
New Surge In Flu Cases Reported Nationwide; These States Are Seeing Biggest Spikes Flu cases are surging across the nation, closing nearly a dozen schools and swamping hospitals in some states. At least 24 million cases, 310,000 hospitalizations, and 13,000 deaths —including 57 children —have been reported for this flu season, which began in October, according to data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday, Feb. 7. The two strains of flu circulating this season are H1N1 and H3N2. Both are covered in this year's flu vaccine, but only about 40 percent of Americans have taken the vaccine each of the last two years, compared to 50 percent t…
Major Grocers Putting Limits On Egg Carton Purchases Major Grocers Putting Limits On Egg Carton Purchases
Major Grocers Putting Limits On Egg Carton Purchases Egg shortages are hitting grocery stores nationwide, prompting retailers to impose limits on how many cartons customers can buy. Major chains, including Trader Joe’s, Costco, and Whole Foods, have restricted egg purchases as supply chain disruptions and an ongoing avian flu outbreak send prices soaring.  Some locations are limiting customers to one or two dozen eggs per visit in an effort to prevent stockpiling and ensure availability for more shoppers. What’s Behind Egg Shortages? The latest bird flu outbreak has severely impacted egg production, with millions of chickens culled to …
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 11 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $110M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 11 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $110M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 11 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $110M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday Mega Millions drawing with a recently reset jackpot. The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday, Feb. 11 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $110 million, with an estimated cash option of $50 million. The winning numbers for Tuesday's drawing are: 07-30-39-41-70 with a Mega Ball of 13 and a Megaplier of 3X. MegaMillions If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14.  Lottery players have a …
MURDER: Ex-UConn Hoops Star Charged With Mom's Florida Killing, Sheriff Says MURDER: Ex-UConn Hoops Star Charged With Mom's Florida Killing, Sheriff Says
Murder: Ex-UConn Hoops Star Charged With Mom's Florida Killing, Sheriff Says Former UConn basketball standout Eric Cobb has been arrested in his mother's murder in Florida, officials announced Tuesday, Feb. 11. The 28-year-old former athlete was taken into custody after officers responded to a disturbing scene on 15th Street West in the Mid-Westside area, the sheriff's office said. Officers arrived to find 51-year-old Erika Winford unresponsive, wrapped in a blanket and towels in the backyard. She had suffered a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. Cobb was detained as he attempted to leave the home, police said. Following an interview with detective…
Casting Call: 'Fun, High-Energy People' Sought For Segment On Nationally-Syndicated Talk Show Casting Call: 'Fun, High-Energy People' Sought For Segment On Nationally-Syndicated Talk Show
Casting Call: 'Fun, High-Energy People' Sought For Segment On Nationally-Syndicated Talk Show Are you the life of the party? This could be your chance to shine. A nationally-syndicated daytime talk show is on the hunt for “fun, high-energy people” in the New York area to participate in a game segment. The casting, posted in the "Long Island Casting Calls" Facebook group by former The Drew Barrymore Show and CNN producer Catie Perry, does not name the show in question. Hopefuls are encouraged to send a video including their name, age, hometown, and some fun facts about themselves.  If you think you’ve got what it takes to keep the audience entertained, email catiep.castin…
Husband Orchestrated Murder Of Renowned NY Art Dealer Brent Sikkema, DOJ Says Husband Orchestrated Murder Of Renowned NY Art Dealer Brent Sikkema, DOJ Says
Husband Orchestrated Murder Of Renowned NY Art Dealer Brent Sikkema, DOJ Says The estranged husband of acclaimed New York City art dealer Brent Sikkema orchestrated his killing, prosecutors alleged. Daniel Sikkema, 54, was indicted on murder-for-hire and related charges in Manhattan federal court on Tuesday, Feb. 11, in the death of Brent Sikkema. The art dealer and co-founder of Manhattan-based Sikkema Jenkins & Co, 75, was found stabbed to death inside his Rio de Janeiro townhouse in January 2024, according to the US Attorney’s Office. An investigation found that the couple was in the midst of contentious divorce proceedings when Daniel Sikkema hired a hit man…
Video Shows Congressman John Larson's Alleged Medical Episode On House Floor Video Shows Congressman John Larson's Alleged Medical Episode On House Floor
Video Shows Congressman John Larson's Alleged Medical Episode On House Floor Congressman John Larson suffered a medical episode while delivering remarks on the House floor this week, his team said in a statement issued to multiple outlets. The unsettling moment occurred on the afternoon of Monday, Feb. 10, as Larson used his allotted five minutes to voice concerns over Elon Musk’s access to Americans' personal information. As the 76-year-old neared the end of his speech, Larson suddenly froze. When he resumed speaking, his cadence had noticeably slowed, raising concern among those present. Click here to watch Larson speak via CCTV (begin at the 32-minute mark). A s…
NY Museum Heist Crew Convicted In Decades-Long Crime: Feds NY Museum Heist Crew Convicted In Decades-Long Crime: Feds
NY Museum Heist Crew Convicted In Decades-Long Crime: Feds It took them 20 years to steal it all—but just four weeks for a jury to take it back. Three members of a Pennsylvania-based museum heist crew were convicted after a four-week federal trial for their roles in a 20-year conspiracy that saw the theft of fine art, sports memorabilia, and historic artifacts worth over $4 million, the FBI announced on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Nicholas Dombek, 54, of Thornhurst, Damien Boland, 48, of Moscow, and Joseph Atsus, 48, of Roaring Brook were found guilty of conspiracy to commit theft of major artwork, concealment and disposal of major artwork, and interstate …
Bank Robber Nabbed 7 Minutes After Fleeing Troy Branch, Police Say Bank Robber Nabbed 7 Minutes After Fleeing Troy Branch, Police Say
Bank Robber Nabbed 7 Minutes After Fleeing Troy Branch, Police Say An accused bank robber didn’t have much time to spend his proceeds. Alex Courtwright, 49, of Watervliet, was arrested just seven minutes after he robbed the M&T bank on Hoosick Street in Troy on Monday morning, Feb. 10, Troy Police said. Courtwright entered the bank at around 11:42 a.m. and demanded money from the teller before making off with several hundred dollars, police said. After fleeing on foot, he made it several blocks before he was spotted by officers with the agency’s Second Platoon Patrol. He was apprehended in a parking lot near Hoosick and 15th streets at 11:49 a.m., po…
Police Crash Killing Father Of Twins In Troy Does Not Warrant Criminal Charges, AG Finds Police Crash Killing Father Of Twins In Troy Does Not Warrant Criminal Charges, AG Finds
Police Crash Killing Father Of Twins In Troy Does Not Warrant Criminal Charges, AG Finds A police officer in upstate New York will not face criminal charges after hitting and killing a new father with his patrol car. A year-long investigation concluded that there was insufficient evidence to charge Troy Police Department officer Justin Byrnes in the death of Sabeh Alalkawi, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Monday, Feb. 10. Byrnes was responding to a domestic disturbance call in Troy shortly after midnight on Feb. 22, 2023 when he approached the intersection of Hoosick and 15th streets with lights and sirens activated, Troy Police said. As he approached a red …
Fatal Shooting: 21-Year-Old Rensselaer Man ID'd As Victim Fatal Shooting: 21-Year-Old Rensselaer Man ID'd As Victim
Fatal Shooting: 21-Year-Old Rensselaer Man ID'd As Victim The victim in an early-morning shooting in Albany was identified as a 21-year-old man. Quadair Hoffler, of Rensselaer, was shot to death at a residence in Albany’s Pine Hills neighborhood, located on Yates Street near South Lake Avenue, at around 1:40 a.m. Monday, Feb. 10, according to Albany Police. Hoffler suffered a single gunshot wound to his head and was pronounced dead at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Nobody else was injured. No arrests had been made as of Tuesday, Feb. 11. Police did not speculate on a possible motive for the killing. Anyone with information is asked to contact t…
Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor
Love At First Pint: Ben & Jerry's Debuts Valentine's Day-Inspired Flavor It doesn't matter if you're single, coupled up, in a "situationship," or anywhere in between, you might find it easy to fall in love with Ben & Jerry's newest flavor for Valentine's Day. Ben & Jerry's has revealed Chocolate Covered Strawberry as its first limited-batch flavor of 2025, the Vermont company said in a news release on Tuesday, Feb. 11. The decadent twist on the romantic pairing was announced just in time for Valentine's Day on Friday, Feb. 14. The new flavor combines strawberry ice cream, a swirl of strawberry jam, and rich chocolate fudge flakes. "When strawberry …
Second Daycare Worker Charged After Toddler Abused In Capital Region, Police Say Second Daycare Worker Charged After Toddler Abused In Capital Region, Police Say
Second Daycare Worker Charged After Toddler Abused In Capital Region, Police Say A second employee is facing charges after a toddler was allegedly abused at a Capital Region daycare. Tia Sauvie, 33, of Johnsonville, was arrested Friday, Feb. 7, after she witnessed her colleague physically abuse a toddler at the SmartEarly Learning Centers in Clifton Park and failed to intervene, New York State Police said. Sauvie surrendered to State Police on a charge of endangering the welfare of a child. She was issued an appearance ticket to Clifton Park Town Court and released from custody. Her arrest came days after troopers apprehended SmartEarly employee Amy Henninger, 48, of B…
Recall Issued For Canned Tuna Sold In NY Under These Brand Names Recall Issued For Canned Tuna Sold In NY Under These Brand Names
Recall Issued For Canned Tuna Sold In NY Under These Brand Names If canned tuna is a staple in your pantry, check your shelves immediately. A major nationwide recall has been issued for select Genova, Van Camp’s, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s canned tuna due to a potential contamination risk that could lead to botulism, a rare but potentially fatal form of food poisoning. The recall, announced by Tri-Union Seafoods, stems from a manufacturing defect in the pull-tab lids, which could cause product leakage and bacterial contamination over time.  While no illnesses have been reported, the recall is being conducted out of an abundance of caution. Where Was …
American Teacher Marc Fogel Freed From Russia In Prisoner Exchange American Teacher Marc Fogel Freed From Russia In Prisoner Exchange
American Teacher Marc Fogel Freed From Russia In Prisoner Exchange A Pennsylvania teacher is finally free after years in a Russian prison, following a high-stakes diplomatic deal brokered at the highest levels of the U.S. government. Marc Fogel, who had been detained in Russia since 2021, is back on American soil after President Donald J. Trump and his Special Envoy Steve Witkoff orchestrated a negotiated exchange. Fogel, a former teacher at the Anglo-American School in Moscow, was serving a 14-year sentence for possessing medical marijuana prescribed for chronic pain. Witkoff left Russian airspace with Fogel earlier on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, as part of…
Gulf Of America Name Change Activated By Google Maps, FAA Gulf Of America Name Change Activated By Google Maps, FAA
Gulf Of America Name Change Activated By Google Maps, FAA The Gulf of America, the area that has been known for centuries as the Gulf of Mexico, is now being used by the US government and some online platforms. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Google Maps have implemented the controversial name change.  The shift follows an official update by the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and was reinforced by a proclamation from President Donald Trump, who on Sunday, Feb. 9, declared the date as the first-ever Gulf of America Day. The announcement came directly from US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who posted on social m…