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3 things to do immediately if you win the $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – So you’ve beaten the infinitesimal Mega Millions odds and are now staring down a life-changing influx of cash – but what you do next with that jackpot money will decide how rich you ultimately remain. While many fantasize about spending the cash, the actual winners may be overwhelmed with a different feeling – anxiety.“The biggest fear that pretty much all sudden wealth recipients have, and especially lottery winners, is that they’re going to screw it up,” Robert Pagliarini, author of “The Sudden Wealth Solution,” told Nexstar.Pagliarini has been advising clients, including lottery winners, for over 20 years on how to handle large influxes of money. He says that the goal is always to turn that lump sum into lasting wealth, but added that for lottery winners, there are some must-dos. Not sure how to play Mega Millions? Here’s what you need to know Protect the ticketHolding a winning ticket and knowing that a single slip of paper could easily be lost or stolen can be a t...

Gophers football: Tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford has gone from skinny to ‘capable of dominance’

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

Brevyn Spann-Ford was on the verge of becoming a Missouri Tiger on the morning of June 2, 2017.His mother Jacky Ford knew that wasn’t what he really wanted. His coaches at St. Cloud Tech knew it, too. So they sat him down that day and told him to be patient for at least one more night.That evening, Spann-Ford was scheduled to attend yet another Gophers football camp. He had lost count how many total times he had worked out in front of U coaches. “Three or four,” he figured.During one of those visits to Dinkytown, Jacky Ford felt emotions percolate inside her. She thought about how it was Brevyn’s dream to play for Minnesota; she took it upon herself to relay that message to head coach P.J. Fleck.Fleck shared his version of the recruiting story at Big Ten Media Days last week, using phrases “she bangs the table” and “put her foot down” for emphasis.“I was very embarrassed,” Spann-Ford recalled.Everyone involved back then can now smile and laugh about that scene. Going into the 2023 c...

New York State Police make two DWI arrests

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- During the week of July 28 and August 3, New York State Police reported two crashes that resulted in DWI arrests. Both individuals arrested recorded a 0.23% BAC. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On July 29, State Police of Wilton checked on two parked vehicles on I-87 in Moreau. Police determined that a vehicle had struck the rear of a commercial vehicle. The driver, Henry J. Yordan, 21, of Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, was arrested for DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. Yordan was processed and issued tickets returnable to the Moreau Town Court on August 16. No one was injured.On July 30, State Police of Queensbury responded to a two-car crash in the area of Ridge Road. Police arrested one of the drivers, Christine M. Lewis, 52, of Hudson Falls, for DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. Lewis was processed and issued tickets returnable to the Queensbury Town Court on August 14. ...

Tonko announces federal aid for early childhood education

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Schenectady Community Action Program is receiving the final installment of a grant awarded in 2019. The federal award of $1,596,847 will help local childcare centers and programs provide quality care for infants and toddlers from low-income families. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “Early childhood education is an essential element of every child’s foundation for lifelong learning,” Congressman Tonko said. “SCAP recognizes the potential of early learning programs to cultivate a strong, positive environment for the youngest members of our communities. This timely investment will ensure that every child and every family supported by SCAP will receive the resources and assistance they need to thrive.”Congressman Tonko also secured $1,500,000 through the Fiscal Year 2023 Community Project Funding process for SCAP’s Campus Project. The project will create a whole-family campus featuring comprehensiv...

Two men arrested in Shawangunk following rape investigation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

SHAWANGUNK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two Wallkill men have been arrested following a rape investigation, according to state police. Ronald Dean, 26, and Lawrence Wilson, 27, are facing multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On July 15, police responded to a home in Shawangunk for a report of a sexual assault. The investigation determined that Dean had allegedly sexually assaulted a person at the residence. Further investigation by police revealed that Wilson reportedly sexually assaulted a different person alongside Dean while at the home. Wilson was arrested on July 16, while Dean was arrested on July 19. Train derailed in Cranesville, Route 5 closed Both men were arraigned at the Town of Plattekill Court. They were remanded to Ulster County Jail, with Wilson on $25,000 cash bail, $50,000 secured bond, and $100,000 partially secured surety bond, and Dean on $10,000 cash bail, $25,000 secured bond, and $50,000 partially ...

Train derailment in Cranesville

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

CRANESVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A train derailment took place in Cranesville on the Montgomery/Schenectady county line around 7:57 Friday morning, which temporarily closed Route 5. At this time, Route 5 westbound has opened back up, and eastbound lanes will remain closed for a day or two. Montgomery County Sheriff Jeff Smith confirms with NEWS10 there are no injuries or spills to report. Image via NYSPImage via NYSPImage via NYSP Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office worked with the DOT and several other agencies on this incident. NEWS10 received word that the derailed cars were not carrying people, but goods.CSX released a statement regarding the derailment-"At approximately 7:57 a.m. ET today, a CSX train derailed around 17 rail cars hauling mixed freight in Scotia, NY. Preliminary reports indicate that nine empty tank cars were involved in the incident. There is no indication of any leaks or spi...

'God's got this' Tim Ezell reveals he has Parkinson's disease

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Over the past 25 years, FOX 2 feature reporter Tim Ezell has brought a lot of joy into people's lives.  He revealed Friday that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.  It is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements. The condition typically worsens over time.Tim is not going anywhere. You will still be able to see him on FOX 2 News in the morning. He wants viewers to be aware of his condition.Ezell shared the news with viewers during the 9 a.m. newscast. He sat down with Margie Ellisor and delivered this statement."I want to share something with you. Some of you have reached out to me and mentioned that you saw something different in me. Something was a little off, I am leaning, or moving awkwardly. Well, there is an explanation.Two years ago I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. It's a brain disorder where the cells that produce dopamine, a chemical that coordinates movement, stops working. That leads to a movement di...

Billy Busch reveals family saga in new book

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

ST. LOUS -- Billy Busch, the great-grandson of Adolphus Busch, shared his story of the Anheuser-Busch family dynasty. In his new book, "Family Reigns: The Extraordinary Rise and Epic Fall of an American Dynasty," Busch offers a firsthand account of the renowned beer family's history, from its inception to its remarkable growth. “Later on in life, I started realizing that I kind of grew up in a unique situation,” said Busch. “I started looking into who my great-grandfather was, how he got started here, how my grandfather took the company through prohibition.” Busch's unique upbringing within the Anheuser-Busch empire provided him with a perspective few could comprehend. Amidst the bustling business world, his parents, busy building the brewery, were rarely around. “My parents were so busy working and building the brewery, my mom was right at my dad's side the whole time. She was mainly involved in entertaining wholesalers and celebrities and suppliers,” said Busch.&nbs...

Broncos Journal: It’s OK to overreact about Denver’s secondary. They are legit.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

The best thing to do during training camp is avoid overreactions, especially when the Broncos have only been in pads for a week. But man, this secondary has been legit to the point where it isn’t hard to imagine them being one of the best in the NFL this season.Just ask quarterback Russell Wilson. He has been a victim of the defensive backs’ airtight coverage since the start of camp. On Tuesday, Wilson tried to find wide receiver Courtland Sutton down the middle when safety Justin Simmons jumped in front of the throw for an interception. A day later, Simmons made Wilson pay for throwing in triple coverage, recording his third interception since the start of camp. The secondary’s dominance didn’t stop there. In the red zone, cornerback K’Waun Williams batted down Wilson’s pass at the line of scrimmage, then later picked him off mid-air.“When I watch them, the first thing you see is that they have ball skills, they’re smart, and they’re experienced,” head coach Sean Payton said....

Adams County homicide suspect was days away from serving jail time in sexual assault case

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 08:59:14 GMT

Shayna Duncan broke down in the aisle of a convenience store when she received the news — the man who had sexually assaulted her three years ago and pushed off his own jail time was now accused of killing a woman.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Murder warrant issued in Aurora double homicide cold case from 2007 Crime and Public Safety | El Paso County officials arrest six juveniles in February Falcon homicides Crime and Public Safety | Murder charges filed against suspect in Adams County homicide Crime and Public Safety | Man pleads guilty to second-degree murder in Denver shooting death Crime and Public Safety | Woman charged in shooting death of her husband is found dead in Douglas County jail For years, Duncan, 23, had fought tooth and nail to have him face consequences for his actions and even though he was convicted of sexual contact with no consent, there were delays and motions in ...