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MedWatch Daily Digest: Sobering new statistics on deaths from drug overdoses — and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

For Friday, May 19, WGN’s Medical Reporter Dina Bair has the latest on new information, including the following: More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch Drug overdose deaths surge in the USNearly 110,000 people died from drug overdoses in the United States in 2022. According to early estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, that's the highest number of deaths recorded in a calendar year.The pandemic and proliferation of synthetic opioids helped to fuel the rise in deadly overdoses. Final data on drug overdose deaths won't be available for months.Mpox cases rising in Chicago ahead of summerHealth officials say cases of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, are on the rise again in Chicago.The Illinois Department of Public Health on Thursday confirmed at least 24 monkeypox cases, with two additional cases probable, since March 24. According to health officials, all cases were among symptomatic men, a majority of whom had received two doses of the monkeypox vaccine.IDPH...

NASCAR Chicago Street Race names food & beverage partner

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

CHICAGO — With race weekend just six weeks, another major detail about NASCAR's first-ever race in downtown Chicago was taken care of on Friday.This one has to do with what some fans will consume over the course of the two-day event. Today @NASCARChicago named @LettuceEats as their official food and beverage partner for the event in July..@WGNNews pic.twitter.com/nqvduF1FZd— Larry Hawley (@HawleySports) May 19, 2023NASCAR Chicago named Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants as the official food and beverage partners of the inaugural Chicago Street Race on July 1 and 2 downtown. A Guide to NASCAR’s Chicago Street Race Per a news release on Friday, food from establishments in the company will be featured throughout the course including RPM Restaurants, Bub City, Sushi-san, Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!, Summer House, Hub 51, The Oakville Grill & Cellar, and Tallboy Taco.Bub City/Jeff MariniRPM Italian/Lindsay EberlyRPM ItalianRPM ItalianSummer House CookiesJeff MariniLindsay EberlyThose h...

Buffalo Grove High School students return to class after 4 classmates killed in crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. — Students at Buffalo Grove High School are back in the classroom Friday, just two days after a crash killed four of their fellow classmates.The school had been closed due to a small fire that occurred the same night as the accident.The district had therapy dogs and counselors on hand to help students and staff who are grieving the loss of teens.The fatal crash happened around 10:20 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of Dundee and Schoenbeck roads. Police said the teens were traveling at a high-rate of speed and missed a red light before crashing into two other vehicles and a utility pole.The victims have been identified as: 16-year-old Jesus Rodriguez, 17-year-old Kevin R. Hernandez-Teran and 18-year-old Richard De-lta of Wheeling, and 17-year-old Ricky Barcenas of Arlington Heights.One student remains hospitalized, according to School District 214. Buffalo Grove High School mourning loss of 4 students killed in Wheeling crash A memorial for the four teens conti...

Round Rock ISD school board green lights salary increase for all staff

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Round Rock Independent School District Board of Trustees on Thursday approved salary increases for all staff during its approval of the 2023-24 school year compensation plan.Trustees gave the green light on Thursday during their regular meeting Thursday night. The currently approved compensation plan for the upcoming year includes a 3% general pay increase for teachers and librarians. The increase was based on the median teacher salary of $58,467, which equates to a $1,750 annual raise for all teachers and librarians, according to RRISD.The district said all other staff members would receive a 2% general pay increase based on the midpoint rate of the pay grade in which their position is grouped, which will ensure that all employees within a particular pay grade receive an equal pay increase.Trustees also explored potentially calling for a voter-approved tax rate election, or VATRE, to be put on the Nov. 7 ballot. The VATRE, if appro...

Loons lose key midfielder Robin Lod to torn meniscus

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

The Loons’ Finnish Army Knife won’t be able to show off his instruments for a while.Vital Minnesota United midfielder Robin Lod suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee during Wednesday’s 1-0 win over Houston Dynamo and will have surgery on Monday, the club said. It’s unclear how long his recovery process will be.Lod has been integral to the Loons in his inverted winger spot and in central midfield, meaning his absence will sting starting Saturday night when the Loons (4-5-3, 15 points) plays Portland Timbers (4-5-4, 16 points) in Providence Park.“MNUFC sends its strength and support to Robin and wishes him a speedy recovery,” the club said Friday.Manager Adrian Heath will speak to reporters from Oregon on Friday afternoon.The loss of Lod — who has played nearly 900 minutes across 10 matches this season — comes as MNUFC prepares for the return of Emanuel Reynoso.MLS lifted Reynoso’s suspension Tuesday and he is expected to return to training with the first team W...

Gophers men’s hockey star Logan Cooley will return for sophomore season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

Logan Cooley has some unfinished business as a member of the Gophers men’s hockey team, and that’s why he’s returning to Dinkytown.The highly anticipated news became official on Friday when the Gophers announced via social media that the Cooley will return for his sophomore season. It’s huge news for the program, as Cooley starred during his freshman season, leading the Gophers with 60 points (22 goals, 38 assists) and emerging as a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award.9⃣2⃣ IS BACKHobey Baker finalist Logan Cooley will return for his sophomore season with the #Gophers!#PrideOnIce pic.twitter.com/sjUaidi4QW— Minnesota Men’s Hockey (@GopherHockey) May 19, 2023The alternative for Cooley was signing with the Arizona Coyotes, who selected him with the No. 3 pick in the 2022 NHL Draft. There’s a good chance the 5-foot-10, 180-pound center could have made an impact for the Coyotes as soon as the 2023-24 season. Instead, Cooley will return to ...

Vikings to host celebration of life for Bud Grant on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

The legacy of Bud Grant will live forever in Minnesota. That much was assured long before the legendary Vikings coach died on March 11 at the age of 95.Ask anyone in the state and they likely have their very own Bud Grant story.The public will get to share those stories with each other on Sunday when the Vikings will host a celebration of Grant’s life at U.S. Bank Stadium. The event is scheduled to start at noon, and while it will be free to the public, those wishing to attend will need a ticket. You can reserve tickets online at at www.vikings.com/legends/bud-grant to gain entry.There will be various speakers at the event, including longtime sports anchor Mark Rosen, Bud’s son Mike Grant and current Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell, among others. There will also be panel discussions that honor Grant’s long life and illustrious coaching career.Related ArticlesMinnesota Vikings | CHS Field will host Vikings celebrity softball game on May 31 Minnes...

Schodack Landing fire claims the life of one individual

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

SCHODACK LANDING, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A fire that broke out in Schodack Landing claimed the life of one individual and multiple animals. According to the Stuyvesant Fire Company, which provided assistance, details are limited as the fire remains under investigation. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Around 20 fire departments from Rensselaer and Columbia Counties responded. Stockport, Stottville, and Greenport Fire Departments provided stand-by coverage during the duration. The identity of the deceased individual has not been released at this time.

Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: May 15-19

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The restaurant industry is ever-changing with restaurants opening, closing, relocating or just doing their thing. Here’s a recap of the latest Capital Region restaurant news from this week, May 15 through 19. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! New ice cream stand, fun plex opening in GlenvilleFat Boys Ice Cream and Family Fun Plex is coming to Glenville. Owners Dan Maggs and Brian Olesen are opening the business at the former Glenville Sportsplex property.Best restaurants near Clifton Park, according to YelpIf you’re looking for a place to get some great food in Saratoga County, you have quite a few options. These are the best restaurants in and around Clifton Park, according to Yelp.Castleton-on-Hudson restaurant closing after a yearThe Poké Jar, located at 28 South Main Street in Castleton-on-Hudson, is closing after a little over a year. Owner Mike Kwok made the announcement in a Facebook post on Ma...

Albany Public Library celebrating 100th anniversary

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:32:54 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- 2023 marks the Albany Public Library's 100th anniversary. The library will be commemorating its centennial with the first-ever Albany Public Library Day block party on May 21. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The event is free and open to the public. The party will feature a proclamation from Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan declaring May 21 as Albany Public Library Day, as well as guest speakers, crafts, story time for kids, treats and beverages, and music by DJ Trumastr. Albany Public Library's origins began in 1833, when the Young Men’s Association for Mutual Improvement in the City of Albany (YMA) formed, opening a member library a few months later. It wouldn't be until 90 years after that on May 21, 1923 that the New York State Legislature would create the APL, transferring five libraries run by the YMA to the city government. Police respond to swatting incident at Crossgates Mall “Albany can take...