5 things to know this Thursday, January 9
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Friday Junior! Meteorologist Matt Mackie says the winds will keep up all day with temperatures feeling more like single digits or teens even though it will actually be in the 20s.
Thursday is National Day of Mourning, which President Joe Biden established to honor President Jimmy Carter. Also, three major wildfires are burning through Southern California causing poor air quality. These stories, and more, are in your five things to know this Thursday.
1. National Day of Mourning: What is it, and how will it impact you?
You can skip your trip to the mailbox and your check-in on the stock market on Thursday: Various services nationwide will be paused in honor of the National Day of Mourning established for President Jimmy Carter. Carter, 100, died “peacefully” at his Georgia home on Dec. 29.
2. Map shows hazardous air quality due to California fires
As three major wildfires burn out of control in Southern California, smoke clouded the region and beyond. Millions woke up to hazy skies and poor air quality Wednesday morning as crews continued to fight the Palisades Fire in western Los Angeles, the Eaton Fire near Altadena and the Hurst/Sylmar Fire near Santa Clarita.
3. UAlbany police investigating reported attack near Empire Commons
University police at the University at Albany are investigating after a student said she was attacked on campus near Empire Commons.
4. Scotia restaurant to close temporarily after 54 years
Carm’s in Scotia recently announced that it will be closing its Freemans Bridge location after 54 years. The owners say the property was sold.
5. Queensbury woman celebrates 105th birthday
For Cecily Geraghty, a resident at The Landing at Queensbury, the first day of 2025 meant more than just a new year — it also marked her 105th birthday. In honor of the milestone, Geraghty shared her insights and reflections earned by over a century of experiences.