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Senior citizens are the fastest-growing cannabis clientele

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

(The Hill) - Seniors, and not the high-school kind, are the fastest-growing population of cannabis users, a trend that illustrates what a long, strange trip the legalization movement has been. The share of over-65 Americans who have used marijuana nearly tripled in a decade, from 11 percent in 2009 to 32 percent in 2019, according to a respected federal survey on drug use. More than half of the 60-64 demographic reported cannabis use, another sharp increase.  Cannabis consumption among older adults reached 35 percent in 2021. But the pandemic affected the survey methodology, researchers said, possibly skewing the results. The graying of cannabis culture signals broadening social acceptance of marijuana, which is now available for recreational use in 23 states. It is also a generational story about the aging baby boomers, a generation that grew up in an era of psychotropic experimentation.  Cannabis use, for many older Americans, is less about getting high an...

Suspect at center of Harris County Blue Alert arrested, sheriff says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

CORRECTION: A previous version of this story said two suspects were arrested in connection with the shooting. One suspect has been arrested and charged, and the other was apprehended, questioned and released, according to law enforcement officials. This story has been updated to reflect that information. HOUSTON (KXAN) – The suspect wanted in connection to a shooting that injured a Harris County Sheriff's deputy Wednesday night was arrested and charged with attempted capital murder, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The Texas Department of Public Safety issued a Blue Alert for two suspects late Wednesday night after a Harris County sheriff's deputy was shot and wounded.According to Gov. Greg Abbott's office, one of the suspects was apprehended Thursday. HCSO said on social media he was questioned and released. No charges were filed against him. The other suspect, Terran Green, was taken into custody Thursday night around 11:50 p.m. after a standoff with SWAT in Humble...

Pilot program makes it easier for Austin mobile food vendors, city says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – A pilot City of Austin program for mobile food vendors is getting positive reviews from vendors themselves, according to the city. The city said it is now easier for vendors to get applications reviewed because the Environmental Health Services Division (EHSD) now offers walk-in services. According to the city, application reviews for mobile food vendors such as food trailers, motor vehicles and pushcarts rose by 87% compared to the appointment process this time last year. “The preliminary feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, underscoring the success of the walk-in services initiative,” said Marcel Elizondo, division chief of the Austin Public Health (APH) Environmental Health Services Division (EHSD). Vendors were previously required to make an appointment to have their applications reviewed by the EHSD team, the city said. If vendors missed their appointment, they were required to reschedule, delaying the process for weeks due to limited availability of...

Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, Brown’s Brewing launches pet beer label contest

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

MENANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Your pet could be featured on a Brown’s Brewing Company beer label. In collaboration with Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (MHHS), the fourth Happy T’ales Beer Label Contest has launched. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Between now and September 7, pet owners can submit a photo of their pet. The chosen photo will be featured on a label exclusively designed for Brown's 417 Light Lager.Online entry is $10 per pet and votes are $1 each. The pet with the most votes will win the place on the label, as well as tickets to MHHS's Oktopurrfest celebration on October 12 at Brown’s Revolution Hall in Troy. Mohawk Hudson Humane Society faces sheltering crisis "This wonderful collaboration with Brown’s is a fun and unique way to raise greatly needed funds for our animal care programs," said MHHS CEO Ashley Jeffrey Bouck. “They are partners in every sense of the word, helping us to promote the contest, creating an ado...

Brunswick Road Walmart evacuated due to CO exposure

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

BRUNSWICK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to Brunswick Fire Chief Steve Wilson, about 30 people were evaluated for exposure to Carbon Monoxide (CO) in the Brunswick Road Walmart. Due to high levels of detection, the store was evacuated and four were taken to the hospital. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Crews were called in around 3:38 Friday morning. National Grid was called in and shut off the natural gas. The building has since been cleared and has reopened. Gas in the building is still off at this time. Stick with NEWS10 as more information regarding the incident becomes available.

Crash on I-90 before Exit 25 ramp cleared

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a crash on the ramp before Exit 25 on I-90 eastbound has been cleared. Drivers can expect a normal commute in the area at this time.Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!

Vehicle engulfed in flames during fatal north St. Louis County crash

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

LEWIS AND CLARK TOWNSHIP, Mo. -- A driver died after his vehicle struck a pole and caught fire early Friday morning. The crash victim has not yet been identified.St. Louis County Police say that a man was driving eastbound on Shackelford Road at around 3:15 a.m. The vehicle struck a pole, then a tree near the intersection of Wiethaupt Road. When officers arrived at the scene they found the vehicle fully engulfed in flames. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. ‘Stop work’ order triggers $7K bill in Jennings as resignations stack up There is an active investigation into the crash. The identity of the victim will likely be released after his family is notified about the death. Call St. Louis County Police at 636-529-8210 if you have any information. To remain anonymous or potentially receive a reward, please contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

Denver weather: Another warm day with chance of afternoon storms

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

Another warm sunny day is on tap for the metro area Friday, with temperatures that are starting to feel familiar to most of us: 94 is the forecasted high.But more so than on Thursday, showers and thunderstorms could sneak into the picture, particularly after the noon hour. The chance for precipitation on Friday is 40% with top wind gusts as high as 22 mph, according to the National Weather Service.RELATED: Tropical Storm Hilary forms off Mexico’s southern Pacific coastThe chances for unsteady weather will extend into the evening, with forecasters calling for a 30% possibility of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 10 p.m. Nighttime temperatures will dip to a pleasant 65, as skies gradually clear.Scattered showers and thunderstorms will expand across the mountains and foothills by early afternoon, then spreading over the plains. Brief heavy rain and gusty winds with the storms. Hot over the far plains with readings around 100 degrees. #cowx pic.twitter.com/DM5EoMUyGL— NWS ...

Hilary expected to bring several inches of rain to California

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

Although Hilary will no longer be a hurricane when it hits California, the remnants of the powerful storm are expected to bring several inches of rain to the region.Currently a Category 4 hurricane, Hilary is forecast to head north through Baja California before making its way into the Southland. Hurricane Hilary is seen in an image provided by the National Hurricane Center on Aug 18, 2023. “A hurricane is not hitting us … keep that in mind. It will dissipate by the time it moves into California. But, we’re going to get a big storm pushing through,” KTLA meteorologist Henry DiCarlo said. Southern Californians should start to feel the remnants of Hilary on Saturday as cloud coverage increases and some sprinkles start to fall. Stronger showers are expected to move in on Sunday with the heaviest rain forecast to fall late Sunday into Monday. Track Hurricane Hilary with interactive satellite and radar Some rain could even continue into Tuesday but the unpredictability of Hilary makes...

SoCal coastal communities bracing for Hurricane Hilary

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:14:12 GMT

As Hurricane Hilary intensifies and heads toward Southern California, many coastal communities are bracing for the possibility of flooding.Many people were enjoying a day at the beach ahead of what is supposed to be a tumultuous weekend as the ongoing heat will transition into strong winds, big waves, intense rain and possible flash flooding.  Track Hurricane Hilary with interactive satellite and radar “It’s summertime,” Hermosa Beach resident Juliet Recososa said. “It’s supposed to be hot. We have had really hot weather the last few weeks and months, I would say, and all of a sudden, we have this?” Shiela Melendez, another Hermosa resident, said the weather changes all too quickly.  “It’s a sudden change of climate, actually,” she said. “The weather nowadays is kind of weird. It’s like the blink of an eye, it changes.”  Hurricane Hilary’s potential path. Aug. 17, 2023. (NOAA)Right now, Hurricane Hilary is gathering strength off the Coast of Mexico, but it is e...