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MedWatch Daily Digest: The key to better sleep may be time — and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

For Tuesday, Aug. 8, WGN’s Dina Bair has new medical information, including: More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch How to improve sleep as a college studentTime management during awake hours may contribute to better sleep, according to a new study.University of Alabama environmental scientists sought to figure out why college students experience such poor sleep, as lack of sleep can have both mental and physical impacts. Researchers found that organization, scheduling and overall time management enhanced sleep health. Students who slept better had fewer bouts of anxiety and stress. Overweight brainAll brains are not the same. Cambridge scientists reveal the hypothalamus, a key region of the brain involved with controlling appetite, is different in the brains of people who are overweight and obese compared to those who are a healthy weight. About 2/3 of adults are overweight. That number increases the threat of many health problems like diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer....

Brush fire near Cedar Park apartment complex forces some to evacuate

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

CEDAR PARK, Texas (KXAN) — Some residents at a Cedar Park apartment complex were forced to evacuate with a large brush fire close to the property, Cedar Park police said. Police said crews are responding to the fire near 12820 West Parmer Lane. That address is connected with the Bexley at Silverardo apartment complex.Police are asking people to avoid the area, if possible.This developing story will be updated with more information.

Evacuations lifted after small wildfire near I-35 in Kyle

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

KYLE, Texas (KXAN) -- The Hays County Wildland Task Force responded to a wildfire in the 290 block of Roland Lane in Kyle Tuesday, according to the Hays County Office of Emergency Services website. That's near I-35. Officials with Hays County OES said evacuations were lifted shortly after 4 p.m. The fire was estimated to be 25 acres and was nearly contained at that point. Officials responded to the fire at approximately 3 p.m. It was not immediately clear how the fire started, but a spokesperson for the Kyle Fire Department said it may have been started from the road. Hays County OES used air support from Travis County's Star Flight, and asked people not to attempt to operate drones/unmanned aerial systems while they fought the fire.

Partnership between local universities adds more housing for Huston-Tillotson students

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A new partnership between two Austin universities will help add student housing for about 150 students.Huston-Tillotson University has seen an increase in enrollment over the years and needs more student housing. New partnership expands student housing for Huston-Tillotson students at St. Edward’s University "We are pushing our limits here," Huston-Tillotson Vice President of Student Affairs Jonas Vanderbilt said.Huston-Tillotson University students will have an opportunity to have student housing starting this fall at the St. Edward's University campus."There are a lot of great things we are doing here and I believe that is translating and getting students to come," Vanderbilt said.In 2021, Huston-Tillotson had 1,003 students enrolled and this year they are projecting 1,080, but with more students that means fewer beds."Huston-Tillotson needed student housing and their president Dr. [Melva] Williams and our president Dr. [Montserrat] Fuentes often collaborate and ...

Prosecutors respond to motion to toss out Gillis murder indictment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

FORT EDWARD, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Prosecutors are pushing back against a request from Kevin Monahan's attorney to dismiss the indictment against him in connection to the deadly shooting of a 20-year-old woman in April. Read the latest on the fatal shooting of Kaylin Gillis Kaylin Gillis was shot and killed when a car she was in accidentally turned into the wrong driveway in Hebron. Monahan is accused of firing two gunshots toward the vehicle, one of which struck Gillis. Monahan's attorneys have argued he acted in self-defense, but prosecutors said he was never threatened. Monahan is being held in jail after being denied bail. A judge ruled he posed a flight risk. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! He was charged with second degree Murder, Reckless Endangerment, and Tampering with Evidence. A judge will decide which of the defense's motions will be considered during a hearing in September.

Whitehall student selected as SADD national president

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

WHITEHALL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A local student has been selected to represent thousands of teenagers across the country as the new National Leadership Council President for Students Against Destructive Decisions.Louie Pratt, of Whitehall, was selected for the position out of thousands of applicants. The non-profit is a student-led organization that uses peer advocacy to empower students to make smart decisions about safe driving and substance abuse. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! In his new role, Louie will provide insight to help create national strategies that address student safety."When you get to standup and be the president of such an honorable organization, you get to stand up and really make sure that teens and students, communities, parents, and everyone are making safe decisions," he said.Louie is the first student from New York to hold the position. The organization has 8,000 chapters across the country and serves more...

Ramp reopens after crash on 787 on-ramp

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The I-787 on-ramp from I-90 in Albany reopened after a crash Tuesday afternoon. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! A picture from Albany police showed at least two vehicles involved, including one vehicle that landed on its side over the guardrail. Police said those involved suffered minor injuries. New York State Police are now handling the investigation.Crash on I-90 (Albany Police Department)

Grandpa Gang needs volunteers for Christmas Wonderland set-up

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

ALTON, Ill. – Christmas might be four months away, but it’s never too early for the Grandpa Gang in Alton, Illinois.“Started out as just a group of men,” said Dick Alford, Grandpa Gang organizer. “Not too many. Maybe three, four, five, six men that decided they wanted to do some decorating. As you pull into the park, you see a waterfall, and they kind of strung lights there. Then, over the years, it’s grown into three million lights.”Alford is one of the head grandpas in this Christmas-loving group of retirees and volunteers.For a quarter-century, they’ve been making the Christmas Wonderland shine at Rock Spring Park in Alton.“We probably have a total of 23 or 24 we call our regular grandpas at any given time,” Alford said. “But grandpas babysit sometimes, or have other things to do, so they’re not there every day. But for the most part, we have 12 or 12 grandpas show up and help us get the work done.” Anheuser-Busch selling 8 beer, beverage brands to cannabis company Alford and a...

Vote tally: St. Louis August 8 area municipal election results

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

 Voters go to the polls Tuesday in several municipal elections.In St. Louis City, voters in the new ‘St. Louis Hills Special Business District’ will be asked to approve a property tax to fund the district through 2029. There are also property tax proposals on the ballot for the Fox C-6 School District and the Meramec Valley R-3 District.In St. Louis County, voters will decide whether to merge the city of Normandy and the village of Glen Echo Park. The polls open at 6:00 a.m. and close at 7:00 p.m.Check the results as they update in real-time below.

Aurora officials investigating homicide after Denver police discover body in dumpster

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:22 GMT

Aurora officials are investigating a homicide after Denver police officers discovered a body in a dumpster Monday.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Denver police officer shoots, kills domestic violence suspect Crime and Public Safety | Man shot in Aurora during verbal dispute dies at local hospital Crime and Public Safety | Murder warrant issued in Aurora double homicide cold case from 2007 Crime and Public Safety | Man killed in City Park West shooting identified, police ask for public’s help with tips Crime and Public Safety | Suspect arrested in southwest Denver shooting that killed one According to a Tuesday news release from the Aurora Police Department, Denver officers responded to a report of a body found in the 1400 block of Olive Street Monday morning.Officers determined the victim had been taken to Olive Street in a van, which they located near the scene, and disposed of in a dump...