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New warnings about what marijuana means for the heart — and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

For Monday, Nov. 6, WGN’s Dina Bair has new medical information, including: More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch New warnings about medical marijuanaNew research suggests people who regularly smoke marijuana may be increasing their risk for a heart attack, heart failure, or stroke. That's according to two new non-published studies presented Monday at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia. Older adults who don't smoke tobacco but do use marijuana were at higher risk of both heart attack and stroke when hospitalized. In contrast, people who use marijuana daily were 34% more likely to develop heart failure. Youth tobacco rates fall by 1%Tobacco use by juveniles is down, but there are some mixed results. Overall, tobacco use by kids is less, by 1%, since last year, according to the latest National Youth Tobacco survey. But while there's been a 4% drop for high schoolers, middle school student numbers increased by 2%.For the 10th year in a row, e-cigarettes r...

White House balances aid requests with calls for cease-fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — As the bloody battle between Israel and Hamas nears one month, the Biden Administration is frantically pushing for humanitarian pauses to allow more resources inside the Gaza Strip and to prevent a broader war.Following a diplomatic tour across the Middle East, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the U.S. is urging Israeli forces to proceed with caution as they use ground forces to surround Gaza."I think we made some good progress in recent days," Blinken said. "We've engaged the Israelis on steps they can take to minimize civilian casualties."Right now, Israeli forces are urging remaining civilians to evacuate.The Hamaz-run health ministry says more than 10,000 Palestinians have already been killed since the war began.On Monday, the State Department said it's pushing for humanitarian pauses to allow more aid inside of Gaza. So far, just 476 trucks have been allowed in from Egypt."This continues to be a dire humanitarian situation," Vedant Patel, State Depa...

'Doc' Antle from 'Tiger King' pleads guilty to wildlife trafficking, money laundering charges

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WBTW) – Myrtle Beach Safari owner Bhagavan “Doc” Antle pleaded guilty Monday morning to federal conspiracy and money laundering charges, according to the U.S. Justice Department.Antle, 63, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act and conspiracy to launder money, the DOJ said in a news release. The Lacey Act prohibits trafficking of illegally taken wildlife, fish or plants, including animals protected under the Endangered Species Act. Timeline of 'Doc' Antle case Antle, the former 'Tiger King' star, faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000 and three years of supervised release for each count. South Carolina U.S. District Court Judge Joseph Dawson III accepted Antle’s guilty plea and will sentence him after receiving and reviewing a sentencing report prepared by the U.S. Probation Office.It's not the first conviction for Antle. In June, he was found guilty in Virginia of two felony counts of wildlife trafficking and two...

Here are the 21 routes being cut by American Airlines at Austin's airport

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

The above video shows KXAN News Today’s top morning headlines for Monday, Nov. 6, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) — American Airlines has revealed the list of 21 nonstop flights from Austin that are being cut from its schedule in 2024.The canceled routes include six international destinations and 15 domestic destinations. Service will be cut between January and April.Thirteen of the 21 routes are currently served by other airlines, but the cuts mean eight destinations will no longer have direct service from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: American Airlines to cut routes from Austin airport Here's a look at when service on each route will end:Some of the new routes were only launched earlier this year, including Memphis, Fort Myers and Sacramento. International service to Montego Bay, Jamaica, and Cozumel, Mexico, was launched in June 2022.The airline previously ended nonstop service to San Juan, Puerto Rico, in November 2022, and St. Louis in May 2023."Austin remains...

Psychology professor testifies in APD officer's murder trial

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- On Monday, attorneys representing Austin Police Officer Christopher Taylor will continue presenting their case after the state rested last week. Taylor is on trial for murder in the death of Michael Ramos. Prosecutors expect to wrap mid-week in APD officer’s murder trial Taylor shot and killed Ramos, 42, during an incident with police back in April 2020 at a south Austin apartment complex's parking lot. Taylor is on administrative leave with APD.KXAN's Grace Reader will be in court Monday providing live updates of the trial on social media platform X: Week 3: Back in court this morning for the third week of APD Officer Christopher Taylor's murder trial. As always, I'll have a thread here🔽 A reminder that you'll get more detail over at https://t.co/YjssmHY9zW, which is where I've been detailing testimony. pic.twitter.com/2AT1p4jP1b— Grace Reader (@GraceReaderTV) November 6, 2023 Defense: Expert witnesses Monday afternoon, the defense called a...

How the pediatric RSV shot shortage is hitting Austin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

TEXAS (KXAN) — In July, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced approval of a new drug aimed at preventing respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in infants and young children two years and younger. Now, shortages in shot supply levels are leaving many families without access to the drug, as respiratory illnesses spread in the greater Austin region ahead of the colder winter season."I think nationally and even locally, the demand for the RCV [shot] was a lot larger than the manufacturers were anticipating," said Rannon Ching, president and chief pharmacy officer at Tarrytown Pharmacy in Austin. "We're starting to see these shortages, because they only produce a certain amount [of shots], and the demand for that has been a lot more." PAST COVERAGE: Why doctors say parents should ask their pediatrician now about the new RSV shot for babies There are three different types of shots available related to RSV: one for adults age 60 and older, a second for people who are between 32 and...

Gophers football: A few breaks for (or against) Minnesota would tell much different stories

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

In a slightly alternate reality, the Gophers football team could be 7-2 right now — if they would have held onto late leads against Northwestern and Illinois.In another not-so-different parallel universe, Minnesota also could be 3-6 — if they weren’t able to finish off nail-biters against Iowa and Nebraska.In the real world, the U sits at an average 5-4, with three regular-season games left to become bowl eligible with one more victory and still find a way to challenge for the Big Ten West title with multiple wins and help from others.“Two heartbreaking losses, but we’ve also had two celebratory wins that were incredibly close,” head coach P.J. Fleck said Tuesday. “One of them we haven’t done against a ranked Iowa team since 1981. There are things that this team is doing that are really special, and there are things that we are doing that we have to nip in the bud as fast as we can or it will keep happening.”Coming off Saturday’s 27-26 loss to Illinois, Gophers players were re...

CDTA launches new Purple line, connecting Capital Region public transit

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- CDTA launched the new purple line, a rapid transit bus route running from UAlbany's campus to Crossgates Mall and Downtown Albany. The new route is part of a 10-year-long effort by CDTA and Senator Chuck Schumer to expand transportation options in the area. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We set a vision," Carm Basile, CDTA CEO, said. "40 miles of bus rapid transit in the Capital Region. It’s the only place in Upstate New York where this is happening and today, we’ve achieved that goal with the implementation of the purple line, we now have 40 miles of bus rapid transit in the Capital Region.” The purple line will connect to other rapid transit lines in the region. The project cost $81 Million with the federal government, Federal Transit Administration, New York State Department of Transportation and CDTA contributing. Governor Hochul launches bridge strike prevention campaign “This is what we want...

4 great military-family-owned businesses to support

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Their families supported the country; now it’s time to support themIt doesn’t matter what branch you serve in or what your detail is, choosing to serve in the military is a profoundly selfless act. It’s a decision that could mean you give your very life to defend the country and its people.We don’t give as much back to military families as we could, once their service ends. But you can do something about that, besides writing to your government representatives, by giving your patronage to military-family-owned businesses, especially since Veterans Day is almost here. To help you do that, we’ve found four excellent military-family-owned businesses: Birdy Boutique, Brewing America, Red Dot Engraving and Toolbox Widget.Shop this article: Birdy Boutique Double-Sided Learning Blanket, Brewing America Muffin Top Nucleated Beer Glass and Red Dot Engraving Bullet B...

L.A. food truck workers face extreme temps, but regulations make fixing the problem complicated

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

Los Angeles' robust food truck scene is part of the city's culture, but those working inside the hot vehicles are facing severe risk of heat-related illnesses and there's little that can be done to help — at least right now.A new study from UCLA found that workers in L.A. food trucks are at an increased risk of suffering from heat-related health conditions, even when temperatures outdoors are mild.UCLA researchers analyzed five food trucks in Los Angeles to determined the risks their workers face due to high temperatures inside. What they found was concerning for those who provide the beloved service to L.A. residents. How an Armenian immigrant revolutionized the L.A. food truck scene Even when outdoor temperatures were as low as 60 degrees, temperatures near a food truck grill could reach as high as 100 degrees, up to 35 degrees hotter than the rest of the truck, and stay that high for hours, long after the sun has set and outdoor temperatures plunged. Among those interviewed as ...