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Why Texans might experience seasonal depression in the summer, not winter

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. Crisis counselors are available 24/7.AUSTIN (KXAN) -- It's been several weeks of continuous extreme heat here in Central Texas. While some might find the earlier-than-normal heat spell a nuisance, others might experience adverse mental health complications as a result.Seasonal affective disorder, or seasonal depression, is a type of depression that happens cyclically. While those in colder climates typically experience symptoms in the wintertime, the opposite is often true in warmer parts of the country, including the Lone Star State. "When it coms down to seasonal affective disorder, it really is the feelings of depression, but it comes down to the circadian rhythm that is dysregulated in your body," said Anna Bunker, director of programs at NAMI Central Texas.In the summertime, the days are longer as the sun rises earlier in the mornings and sets later in the ev...

Wildfire smoke returns to New York State

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--- For the second day in a row, an air quality health advisory has been issued for New York State as smoke from the Canadian wildfires continue to make its way to the United States."Air quality has been unhealthy in every corner of the state of New York," said Governor Kathy Hochul at a press conference in New York City.From Western New York, to Central New York, the North County, and Capital Region, the skies have been visibly hazy. The governor once again sending help to Canada."We deployed our third group yesterday to be part of a northeastern unit comprised of other individuals from Maine and New Hampshire. But the truth is, there is no end insight," said Hochul. With Fourth of July weekend celebrations approaching, the governor is urging New Yorkers to take precautions, especially those with heart disease or respiratory illnesses."Little children should not be out playing when the conditions are in hazardous numbers. Senior citizens, people with asthma we ...

Fundraiser being held to honor Albany homicide victim

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The family of an Albany homicide victim has started up a fundraiser to honor their loved one. The victim, Benjamin Rowe, was shot and killed on Hamilton Street on Sunday, June 25. He was 25. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Rowe was a beloved figure in the local music scene. He helped book and facilitate DIY concerts, as well as being the front-man of metal group Miller Time and the bassist of Medical Board, a duo band he started with his brother. "He was a gentle soul and loved by many." said fundraiser organizer Lee Rowe. Contributions can be made by visiting the Benjamin Rowe Memorial Fund.

Animals safe in Kingsbury barn fire

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

KINGSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - In the early hours of Wednesday morning, members of two Washington County rescue squads reported to a working barn fire in the town of Kingsbury. Members of the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Company and Fort Edward Rescue Squad arrived at 3466 County Route 43 around 5:09 a.m.Upon arrival, rescue teams discovered that there were animals trapped inside the barn on fire. As other squads were called to assist with the fire, all animals inside were safely evacuated, according to Fort Edward Rescue Squad on Facebook. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Several other fire departments arrived to help extinguish the blaze, which was knocked down by half an hour after the first squads arrived. Members of Fort Edward Fire Department, Fort Ann Volunteer Fire Company, West Fort Ann Volunteer Fire Company, and Hartford Volunteer Fire Company cooperated on the scene.

Missouri locals sidestep pro-gun lawmakers to put limits on firearms

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — After years of failed attempts to convince Missouri's Republican-led Legislature to enact stricter gun laws, St. Louis locals are trying to sidestep lawmakers altogether.A former judge, state lawmaker and criminologist filed initiative petitions on Wednesday that would amend Missouri's Constitution to allow St. Louis and other local governments to adopt their own gun policies.“The use of guns for hunting in rural Missouri is very different than the use of guns in urban areas,” Rick Rosenfeld, a retired University of Missouri—St. Louis criminology professor, said in a statement.The effort comes after Republican lawmakers rebuffed requests this year from St. Louis' mayor and new police chief to make it harder for minors to carry firearms or to allow urban areas to adopt stricter gun policies compared to the rest of the state. ‘Sk8 Liborius’ church skate park burns down In February, the GOP-led House voted down a bipartisan proposal to put limits on whe...

Remains of Korean War solider to be buried in Mount Vernon, Illinois

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

MOUNT VERNON, Ill. - The remains of one Korean War solider killed in the line of duty will be buried next month in Mount Vernon. Howard G. Malcolm, an Illinois native, was reported missing in action Dec. 1, 1950, at age 23, after his unit’s withdrawal in North Korea. Military officials layer learned he was a prison of war who died in 1951. ‘Sk8 Liborius’ church skate park burns down Malcolm was accounted for by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency on Oct. 25, 2022. His remains were identified using chest radiograph comparison as well as dental, anthropological and mitochondrial DNA analysis.Malcolm's is recorded on the American Battle Monuments Commission’s Courts of the Missing at the National Memorial Cemetery. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW ...

Stock market today: Stocks rise and bond yields jump after the latest signs of a resilient economy

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

By STAN CHOE (AP Business Writer)NEW YORK (AP) — Most stocks ticked higher on Wall Street Thursday following the latest signs that the U.S. economy remains stronger than feared.The S&P 500 rose 19.58 points, or 0.4%, to 4,396.44 and is on track for its sixth winning week in the last seven. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 269.76, or 0.8%, to 34,122.42, while the Nasdaq composite edged down by 0.42, or less than 0.1%, to 13,591.33.Yields jumped in the bond market after data showed the U.S. economy grew at a 2% annual rate in the first three months of the year, much stronger than the 1.3% rate earlier estimated. Another report said fewer workers applied for unemployment benefits last week than expected, a sign that the job market remains remarkably solid despite much higher interest rates meant to slow the overall economy.“The US economy is currently displaying genuine signs of resilience,” said Gregory Daco, chief economist at EY. “This is leading ...

$10 million, $15 million, $100 million: Judges set sky-high bails in wake of Colorado Supreme Court ruling

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

An Arapahoe County judge set a $100 million cash-only bail for a murder defendant Thursday as judges across the state begin grappling with last week’s Colorado Supreme Court ruling that found defendants charged with first-degree murder are now entitled to bail.Before last week’s ruling, first-degree murder defendants could be held in jail without bail in Colorado because the crime was considered a capital offense. But because the state abolished the death penalty in 2020, the justices ruled that first-degree murder defendants charged since then have a right to bail.First-degree murder is no longer a capital offense, the justices found in the June 20 ruling, and defendants in those murder cases must be given the chance to pay bail and be free while their cases are pending.That’s led judges across metro Denver to issue sky-high bail amounts in the last 10 days. A man accused of killing an Arvada police officer had a $15 million cash-only bail set Thursday. The Aurora...

Los Angeles homelessness up 9% in the county, 10% in the city, count finds

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

A clearer picture of the status of homelessness in Los Angeles County came into focus Thursday with the release of the 2023 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, and after some brief hope offered by last year's results, the downward trend is continuing.The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority revealed "a 9% rise in homelessness on any given night in Los Angeles County to an estimated 75,518 people and a 10% rise in the City of Los Angeles to an estimated 46,260 people.""While this year’s increases are slightly lower than previous year-over-year increases in the homeless count, they continue a steady growth trend of people experiencing homelessness in the annual Point-in-Time Count," the release said. Robert Mason, a 56-year-old homeless man, warms up a piece of doughnut over a bonfire he set to keep himself warm on Skid Row in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)In 2019, the annual report detected double-digit increases in the homeless populations of th...

Authorities chase stolen van driver from L.A. to San Diego County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:37:55 GMT

A stolen vehicle suspect led authorities on a chase from Los Angeles to San Diego County before being taken into custody Thursday, officials said. The pursuit apparently began in the Los Angeles Police Department's jurisdiction, but by 9:40 a.m., the driver was speeding on the southbound 405 Freeway in Costa Mesa, aerial video from Sky5 showed. The van, which belongs to Fit For Life 1 in South Gate, was stolen from a repair shop in Los Angeles, the business told KTLA.The driver was soon in Irvine and continued speeding through the 5 Freeway with several California Highway Patrol units in tow. By 9:55 a.m., the driver was in the Mission Viejo area, but Sky5 lost signal in San Juan Capistrano, where the pursuit left KTLA's coverage area. The chase ended about a half-hour later in Carlsbad, according to the CHP. The unidentified driver exited the 5 Freeway at Cannon Road and eventually stopped at College Boulevard and Faraday Avenue. He was taken into custody without any further incid...