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What to know ahead of the 2024 Iowa caucuses

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – The Iowa caucuses are less than two weeks away and will mark the first time Republican voters will make their choice for their party’s presidential nominee ahead of the 2024 election.This year the Republican Iowa Caucuses will be held on Monday, January 15, which is also Martin Luther King Jr. Day.What is a caucus?A caucus is a century-old tradition where caucus-goers meet in person to vote for a party’s presidential nominee. Some caucuses choose candidates by secret ballots, while others require participants to split up into groups based on the candidate they support. Caucus-goers debate and cast their preference. Once the results are counted, each candidate is given a number of delegates based on how many votes they received.Who is allowed to participate?To participate in the Iowa caucuses, you must be a resident of Iowa, a registered Republican voter or willing to register as a Republican voter on caucus night. You also must turn 18 before the next general ...

House republicans plan to visit border

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - A group of House republicans are headed to the southern border.The Biden administration says it is still committed to working on a solution with Congress as some cities in the U.S. are dealing with an influx of migrants.About 60 House republicans led by Speaker Mike Johnson are starting their 2024 with a visit to the southern border to hear from border patrol agents about the influx of migrants.Texas Republican Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne is one of the republicans on the trip and she says the Biden administration needs to take action."We've got nearly 90% of the people here who would apply for asylum that don't qualify and yet what the Biden administration is doing is allowing them in," she said.Border officials are overwhelmed by the flood of migrants, Texas Governor Greg Abbott is sending people by plane or bus to other major cities, like New York City, where Mayor Eric Adams says they are struggling."We're dealing with a bully right now and everything is o...

Dean cooks Ramen Chicken Casserole

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

Dean shares his recipe for Ramen Chicken CasseroleIngredients:2 pkgs chicken flavored ramen noodles2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded2 cans (10.5 oz) each cream of chicken soup2 cups fresh or frozen mixed vegetables  (broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, green or red peppers, peas….your choice)1 1/2 cups bread crumbs or cracker crumbs for topping Salt and pepper, to taste More recipes from Dean here Instructions:Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Cook ramen noodles per package directions. Do not cook with seasoning packet yet.If using fresh vegetables,  steam or cook them, very al dente.Drain noodles and place in large bowl. Add both seasoning packets that came with noodlesAdd cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup and vegetables.Salt and pepper to taste.   Mix well.Place into a lightly greased 9x13 baking dish and evenly spread.Sprinkle bread crumbs or cracker crumbs over the top.Bake for 30-35 minutes, until...

Vaccine clinics available in Warren County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Warren County is offering influenza and COVID-19 vaccines at the Warren County Municipal Center. Vaccine clinics will be held through January, however, the RSV vaccine is currently unavailable. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We have seen significant increases in flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory illnesses in recent weeks, with COVID-19 hospitalizations having increased 55% in the Capital Region since mid-November," said Ginelle Jones, Warren County Director of Health Services. "It’s not too late in the season to get a flu shot or COVID booster to help protect yourself and those around you this winter.”Appointments are required. Clinics will be held on:Thursday, January 4 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.Monday, January 8 from 9 to 11 a.m.Thursday, January 18 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.Monday, January 22 from 9 to 11 a.m. 01/03/2024: Trending more wintry Warren County residents can schedule an appointment by call...

Winning $150K Powerball ticket sold in Bennington

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

BENNINGTON, Vt. (NEWS10) -- A $150,000 winning lottery ticket was sold in Bennington, Vermont. According to the Vermont Lottery, the ticket was sold at Bennington Beverage Outlet on Northside Drive. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The winning ticket was for the January 1 drawing. The Powerball numbers for that day were 12, 21, 42, 44, 49, and 01 was the Powerball number. The Power Play number was 3.According to the Vermont Lottery, 100% of its profits go to the Vermont Education Fund. You can view a list of recent lottery winners on the Vermont Lottery website.

Hochul proposes second State of the State plan

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Governor Kathy Hochul will be proposing her second State of the State plan on Wednesday from Watervliet Elementary School. The proposal is expected to start at 11:20 a.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Hochul announced her first proposal on Tuesday. She spoke on affordability in the new budget.

Crash near Twin Bridges in Halfmoon clears

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

HALFMOON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a crash on I-87 Northway southbound near the Twin Bridges in Halfmoon that closed one left lane of three has been cleared. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox!

Bond reduced for man accused in Kirkwood trunk-or-treat shooting

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A St. Louis County judge ordered to reduce the bond of a man accused of firing shots during a Kirkwood trunk-or-treat event last year. The bond of Matthew McCulloch, 39, was cut in half from $500,000 to $250,000 on Tuesday, per Missouri court records, potentially making it easier for him to get out of jail. McCulloch was formerly involved with the St. Louis County Police Department, but he is no longer employed. He is also the son of former St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Bob McCulloch. Gov. Parson issues Missouri executive order over foreign-owned farmland A grand jury handed down a 15-count indictment against Matthew McCulloch in November, nearly one month after the incident. According to a probable cause statement obtained by FOX 2, hundreds of children and adults attended the trunk-or-treat event. McCulloch aggressively approached attendees and made statements like “you are all going to die” before one witness shoved him.After McCulloch fell to th...

Pedestrian struck, killed in East Alton hit-and-run crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

EAST ALTON, Ill. - Authorities say a pedestrian was fatally struck Tuesday evening in a hit-and-run crash. The crash happened around 7 p.m. in the 600 block of Powder Mill Road. Investigators say a driver in an unknown vehicle struck a pedestrian, then took off after the collision. Gov. Parson issues Missouri executive order over foreign-owned farmland The East Alton Police Department is handling the investigation. Police have not yet disclosed any information about the victim, a potential suspect or a vehicle linked to the case. If you have any information relevant to this investigation, contact the East Alton Police Department at 618-259-6212 or 618-251-3113.

Denver weather: Less than an inch of snow now expected in Thursday snowstorm

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:17:54 GMT

Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Boulder now expect Thursday night’s snowstorm to drop less than an inch of snow in Denver.Forecast models for the storm show areas around Colorado Springs to likely get two to three inches, while even mountain areas will likely get only around an inch of snow.Colder Thursday. Areas of snow form Thu afternoon with the best chance for snow Thu night. Freezing drizzle will also be possible, across the northeast plains. Snow ends Friday morning, except for some light mountain snow. #COwx pic.twitter.com/wzxf2NuAo6— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) January 3, 2024While the snow chances diminished from Tuesday’s estimates, forecasters said the snow could start as freezing rain, adding to the possibility of dangerous driving conditions.Temperatures will still likely drop Thursday, though, with the high set at 36 degrees and the low at 24 degrees.There’s another slight chance of light snow Friday night as temperatures drop bel...