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MedWatch Digest: Older men face an increasing risk of suicide — and more

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

For Wednesday, Nov. 15, WGN’s Dina Bair has new medical information, including: More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch Men over 55 at greater risk of suicideOlder men face an increasing risk of suicide. New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found there were about 30 suicide deaths for every 100,000 men aged 55 and older in 2021. Those 85 and older saw 56 suicide deaths for every 100,000 people. A statistic that surpassed any other age group. The report also found half the suicides involved guns. They were used in at least 3/4 of suicides among men 65 and older. Pesticides hurting sperm countCommon pesticides may be affecting men's fertility. New analysis reveals pesticides have contributed to lower sperm counts in men worldwide. Researchers say those counts have been cut in half over the past 50 years. Doctors believe there are likely other contributing causes, but men exposed to pesticides the most had the lowest numbers. Experts recommend buying organic t...

Suspect sketch in 1996 Virginia murder looks like accused Gilgo Beach killer, victim's family says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

CULPEPER COUNTY, Va. (WPIX) - The twin brother and younger sister of Alicia Showalter Reynolds, a 1996 murder victim in Virginia, think an old state police sketch of the elusive suspect looks just like accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann."When I saw the picture of Rex Heuermann, subtract 27 years from the way he looks now, it's the first time I've seen anyone look like any of the composite sketches that were done at the time of my sister's abduction," said her brother, Dr. Patrick Showalter.Showalter's sister, Barbara Josenhans, felt the same way."The similarities are striking," Josenhans told Nexstar's WPIX. "The eyes and the cheeks, the face structure." Gilgo Beach murders: Inside the investigation that led to Rex Heuermann’s arrest Alicia Showalter Reynolds, a 25-year-old PhD student at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, was driving to meet her mother in Charlottesville, Virginia, on March 2, 1996. The two were going to buy dresses for Patrick's upcoming wedding...

$63M grant funds OK'd to bring cancer research, treatment to Texas

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The oversight committee of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) approved $63 million in grant allocation Wednesday to help "bring innovative researchers and companies to Texas," per a CPRIT news release. The grant funds were used to attract cancer researchers and treatment developers from around the world, officials said in the release.“Today’s slate of awards clearly illustrates how CPRIT is making Texas a global leader in cancer research,” said CPRIT CEO Wayne Roberts in the release. “Whether it’s Switzerland, Israel, Houston, or Dallas, CPRIT is funding the innovators and the ideas that will change the future in the fight against cancer. Around the world, CPRIT has made Texas the new home for innovation in medical research and life science.”Wednesday's oversight committee included a presentation from Kirk Dorius, CEO of Austin-based Atom Mines, LLC. The company specializes in the production of stable Ytterbium-176, which is needed to produ...

Anthony Barr returns to Vikings wearing No. 54. He got the blessing of good friend Eric Kendricks.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

The jersey color will be familiar for veteran linebacker Anthony Barr. The jersey number will be a little bit different.After signing with the Vikings this week, Barr learned his usual No. 55 jersey was occupied by rookie pass rusher Andre Carter. Instead of trying to negotiate a number swap, which is common for NFL players, Barr chose No. 54 in honor of veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks, a former Vikings teammate who currently plays for the Los Angeles Chargers.Fitting since they were good friends in college at UCLA before reuniting in the NFL and spending the better part of a decade as key contributors for the Vikings.“I called EK and asked him if it was cool,” Barr said. “He gave me his blessing.”The next step for the 31-year-old Barr will be getting himself ready to play in an actual game. He technically is on the Vikings’ practice squad now while he knocks off the rust. He hasn’t played since suiting up for the Dallas Cowboys last season.R...

After hours at Cafe Astoria: traditional Italian small plates, by reservation only

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

For a year and a half or so, chef Leah Raymundo showcased her Filipino culinary heritage at the now-closed restaurant Kalsada. Now, it’s her partner’s turn in the kitchen.At Cafe Astoria, the trendy coffee shop Raymundo and John Occhiato have owned since 2017, the duo are adding an after-hours Italian dinner menu.Occhiato “has spent the bulk of his career studying and cooking Italian food,” Raymundo said via email. Three nights per week, the cafe will flip mid-afternoon to a full-service Italian restaurant with dishes including orecchiette with lamb sausage, goat cheese ravioli, porchetta tonnato and other Italian small plates. (Several pasta dishes are served in two size options.)Currently, they’re also serving beer, Italian wines, and non-alcoholic cocktails, though Raymundo said they hope to have an expanded liquor license by the end of the year so they can add spirits, as well.Don’t worry, though: Cafe Astoria will keep its existing coffee shop hours — 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday ...

Tickets on sale for Lake George Winter Carnival events

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A light snowfall on Monday night served as a reminder - winter is on its way. The Lake George Carnival is cooking up a storm before things get cold enough to, hopefully, freeze the lake. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Monday, Nov. 20, tickets go on sale for two parts of the 2024 carnival, starting with the annual carnival cook-offs. Every weekend of the monthlong festival, local restaurants stand off to see who can cook up the best chili, chowder, and other piping-hot choices at Shepard Park. Tickets for the cook-offs sell out every year. Tickets will also go up for the Lake George Winter Carnival 2024 souvenir mug. If you don't want to wait to reserve a spot for a carnival attraction, the good news is that you don't have to. Registration is open now for the carnival outhouse races, set for two Saturdays - Feb. 3 and Feb. 17. Registration is priced at $150 per outhouse. Free registration is also...

Ranked: Best elementary, middle schools in the Capital Region

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- U.S. News & World Report has released its 2024 Best Elementary and Middle School rankings. The publication analyzed more than 79,000 public schools to determine the rankings. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “The 2024 Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings offer a way for parents to get a snapshot of their child’s school and how well it's doing within its community," said LaMont Jones, managing editor at U.S. News. “Easily accessible data on student-teacher ratio, district spending, and the number of school counselors available at the school can keep parents informed and involved."For the rankings, U.S. News looked at state assessment scores, student backgrounds, achievement in core subjects, and how well schools are educating their students. Student-teacher ratios were looked at to break ties in the overall score. Ranked: Best high schools in the Capital Region for 2023-24 Here are the top-ra...

What to expect at the Albany Train Show

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - It's full steam ahead for the Albany Train Show on November 18 at the Polish Community Center. Ahead of the event, NEWS10's Cassie Hudson sat down with Jeff Stedge, an organizer, to learn more about the holiday tradition.According to Stedge, there will be working model trains in O, HO and N gauges and more than 100 vendor tables of trains and train-related items. There will experts on hand to offer free appraisals of hidden attic treasures or to give direction on how to build layouts.  Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Polish Community Center is located at 225 Washington Ave. Extension in Albany. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is free for kids 12 and under. Admission is $5 for adults.

Amtrak to resume service between Albany and NYC

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Amtrak has announced that full service will be restored on the Empire Service Line on Thursday, November 16. The service line was temporarily suspended due to safety concerns caused by structure issues with a privately owned, non-Amtrak building above the Empire Line tracks in New York City. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Amtrak warns of minor delays until both tracks are restored on Saturday, November 18. In a statement released on Thursday, Amtrak states the NYC Department of Buildings and the parking garage owner's contractor made significant progress on construction, and they anticipate work will be completed by Wednesday night.

11-year-old girl left paralyzed weeks after drive-by shooting in Kansas City

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:57:42 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The family of a paralyzed 11-year old girl is encouraged by a police social media post.Kansas City Police have released a series of photos from Nov. 1, showing two cars of interest. Detectives believe they’re related to a drive-by-shooting that left 11-year old Lauren Reddick unable to walk.Police records indicate that shooting happened near E. 80th Street and Hickman Mills Drive. That social post says drivers of the two cars were shooting at each other. The family’s GoFundMe account says two bullets entered the family home, where Reddick sat in her bedroom. One bullet hit the little girl in the spine. The other broke her ribs, according to the family. They also say they're concerned she won't walk again. 100,000 people have lost Medicaid; how KC nonprofit is stepping in “I believe my granddaughter, Lauren Reddick, will walk again. I’m holding on to that hope,” Stancy Reddick said on Tuesday night.“I would also like them to face me, and to face my granddaughter,...