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Central Texas says goodbye to fallen West firefighter

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

WEST, Texas (FOX 44) - Dozens of first responders and the West community honored former volunteer firefighter Eddie Hykel on Monday morning.The Celebration of Life took place at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption, located at 301 S. Harrison St. Eddie Hykel. (Courtesy: West VFD)Hykel, 60, passed away early Tuesday afternoon while on call. A Peterbilt truck on the inside line disregarded the cautionary measures in place and struck him.Hykel was in critical condition and was immediately transported to Baylor Scott & White, where he later died from his injuries.Visitation took place until 6 p.m. FOX 44's thoughts and prayers are with the Hykel family and the community of West.

Strep A infections spike across Texas; how to protect yourself

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Despite several versions of strep infections, there's one rare in particular that's rising nationwide and in the state of Texas."If you've ever heard of toxic shock syndrome, that's one most people are familiar with. Sometimes, that's just an overgrowth of streptococcal bacteria that people can tend to relate to because it's the warning, and it's so few and far between, it's so rare and a true rarity, but we have to be prepared for those things," City of Wichita Falls Interim Health Director Amy Fagan said.Strep A is a disease that can cause muscle pain, extreme fevers, swelling, and can start to grow and go beyond areas throughout the entire body."When it goes outside the throat, or when it goes to abnormal growth within the skin, it becomes invasive because your body is trying to fight it off, but is unable to, or you're not treated in time, and it just becomes an overgrowth, if you will, and that's when it comes invasive or too much in the case of tox...

St. Paul man convicted of child torture, given nearly 5-year prison term

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

A St. Paul man has been given a nearly five-year prison sentence for his role in the beating and burning of two children over several days at a Union Park apartment in September.Diego Ramon Calzada-Russette (Courtesy of Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office)Diego Ramon Calzada-Russette was convicted of two counts of child torture on Monday and sentenced to a 57-month prison term. His girlfriend, Jaime Rae Wilson, was given the same sentence last month.Calzada-Russette and Wilson, both 19, were charged in Ramsey County District Court in connection with the abuse of Wilson’s 5-year-old niece and 2-year-old nephew at the couple’s apartment in the 400 block of Herschel Street.They both pleaded guilty to the two counts in January after reaching plea agreements with the prosecution, which sought the 57-month terms. Calzada-Russette was given 180 days of custody credit as part of his sentence.The abuse was uncovered Sept. 21 by hospital staff. Earlier in the day, an ambulance was sent...

CHSAA moving state football championship games to Canvas Stadium, sources say

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

The state football title games are headed up north.CHSAA is moving the Class 4A and 5A championships from Empower Field to Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins for the next five years, sources told The Post.There is a possibility that the 3A title game could be folded into the agreement at some point, one source said, but for now the deal is for 5A and 4A through the 2027 CHSAA football season.The games have been held in Denver at the stadium now named Empower Field for 17 of the past 18 years, with the only miss coming during the pandemic in 2020. But the contract expired after the 2022 title games. CHSAA commissioner Michael Krueger said in December that the association felt “good and hopeful” about keeping the games in Denver. That has now changed, and the title games will be headed to the CSU campus for the first time.Related ArticlesPreps | Keeler: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese trash talk isn’t good for women’s sports in Colorado, elsewhere. It’s great for i...

Opinion: This is just the beginning for Trump

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

Here’s an important thing to remember: This is probably just the beginning. The end is unforeseeable.That’s because the unprecedented indictment of Donald Trump by a New York County grand jury on charges of paying “hush money” to a former porn star is almost certainly the first of several criminal charges he will face.The former president faces potentially far more serious allegations, most stemming from his extra-legal efforts to reverse his 2020 election defeat. They include pressuring Georgia officials to change the state’s outcome, resisting efforts to retrieve illegally possessed classified documents and inciting the insurrection to prevent Congress from ratifying electoral votes.These cases – and any indictments and trials that may flow from them – are likely to dominate the political news for months, freezing the current situation in which Trump is the solid GOP front-runner and the November 2024 outlook remains very much in doubt.That also means that the arguments – and the ...

FDA plans to allow a second updated COVID booster for vulnerable Americans

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration plans to allow older and immunocompromised Americans to get a second updated coronavirus booster shot in the near future, an acknowledgment of the virus’s continuing risks to vulnerable people whose immunity might be sagging months after a previous inoculation.Federal regulators are expected to authorize the additional dose in the next few weeks, according to people familiar with the agency’s planning. Those 65 and older would be able to receive the vaccine free of charge at least four months after their previous updated shot. Those with immune deficiencies would also be eligible.Regulators are expected to authorize the additional dose without explicitly recommending it for those groups, a stance that emphasizes the discretion of patients and their health providers. Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is expected to sign off on the decision — a customary step in the regulator...

Supervisor Solis Retracts Proposal To ‘Depopulate’ Jails In L.A.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

Supervisor Hilda Solis pulled back a motion to “decarcerate” and “depopulate” jails in L.A. County after hearing concerns from stakeholders.Solis said Monday, she wanted the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to use its “limited” power to allow the release of some inmates, but will now seek further input on how to improve the proposal.“I introduced the motion as a way to strike a balance with both justice-involved advocates and public safety representatives,” Solis said in a statement. “Since the motion was published, my office has received concerns from a variety of stakeholders — those who feel the motion is not doing enough and those who feel it is doing too much. To that end, I will be referring the motion back to my office so that I can continue to gather input from all stakeholders.”Some of the voices concerned with the motion were those of the Los Angeles Association of Deputy District Attorneys (LAADD), who cal...

A Look Into The Most Expensive Yoga Class In The World

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

As old as time, yoga has been associated with simplicity, spirituality, and a break from the material world. While this image has attracted many devoted practitioners, it has inadvertently alienated those who don’t fit the traditional yoga mold. Enter Anastasia Fedorina, AKA Anastasia Thriving, a visionary yoga and meditation teacher on a mission to shatter stereotypes and make the practice accessible and appealing to a broader audience. Through her unique and luxurious yoga events, she bridges the gap between material and spiritual, demonstrating that yoga can be both a transformative and a high-end experience.On a recent March day in Bel Air, Fedorina hosted the most expensive yoga class in the world. The scene was breathtaking as over 1,000 roses, hundreds of candles, live violin, harp, and cello music were all set against the backdrop of a stunning mansion with sweeping views. With her high-fashion Mugler attire, Fedorina demonstrated to the world that yoga could be both a...

Dr. Morad Askari Shares the Latest Plastic Surgery Trends and Celebrity Secrets at Revive Surgical Institute

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

We all desire to look young and ageless, just like Jennifer Aniston and JLO in their fifties, who have seemingly mastered the art of maintaining their youthful appearance. Dr. Morad Askari, a board-certified plastic surgeon and owner of Revive Surgical Institute, understands this desire and offers his expert recommendations and advice.Starting in your 20s, it’s important to work against aging by taking care of yourself both physically and mentally. One of the best ways to do this is by adopting healthy habits, including a daily skincare routine, regular exercise, a nutritious diet, and staying hydrated. Aside from focusing on overall health and wellness, another way to stay youthful is through surgical treatment. Dr. Morad Askari notes that some celebrities start getting facelifts every 5 to 10 years starting around 30 to 35 years old to slow down the aging process without creating a drastic change in their appearance. Dr. Askari emphasizes the importance of consulting with a ...

From Sports to Beauty to Wellness: 7 Perfect Gifts for Every Personality

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:58:40 GMT

Some of us are natural-born gift-givers … others, not so much. Whether you feel like your “gift to the world” is your ability to pick the perfect present or you struggle to find the right gifts for those special people in your life, finding an item that is both individual and universal may be a difficult task.With a number of exciting, personalizable, and unique gift options out there, we want to highlight a few that will truly leave your recipient feeling cared for, excited, and maybe even in awe. Here are our picks for the best gifts for every personality, ranging from sports to beauty to wellness — and everything in between!1.   Formula 1 Tickets From TickPickFormula 1 tickets from TickPick may not be what you expected to see first in this list, but the sheer thrill of a Formula 1 event just can’t be beaten.Formula 1 tickets make a perfect gift for any personality, whether they are a racing enthusiast or a casual observer. The thrill and excitement of watching some of the fastest...