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One-third in new survey worried about catching flu, COVID, RSV in next 3 months

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

(The Hill) -- More than a third of Americans say they are worried that they or one of their family members will contract a seasonal respiratory virus like the flu, COVID-19 or RSV in the coming months, though vaccine enthusiasm appears to be middling at best.The survey was conducted by the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania from Oct. 5 to 12.When participants were asked how worried they were that they or one of their family members would contract RSV, COVID or the flu in the next three months, 35 percent said they were worried about RSV and COVID, while 39 percent said they were worried about the flu to some degree.However, getting vaccinated against these viruses appeared to be less of a concern for the participants of the survey. Only about a fifth — 21 percent — said they had gotten the season flu shot this season. The report noted this was lower than the percentage of people who had gotten vaccinated against the flu at the same time last year, which...

Here are the most expensive regions for Thanksgiving dinner

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

(The Hill) -- Those hosting Thanksgiving and living in the Northeast might suffer the biggest hit to their wallet this year. In the most expensive food region, the Thanksgiving haul will set you back an average of $64.38. Trailing slightly behind are the households in the West, which will pay $63.89, noticeably more than those in the South, facing a $59.10 bill, based on average prices.The least expensive food region this week is the Midwest at $58.66, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Thanksgiving dinner survey.The average Thanksgiving feast for 10 people will come out to approximately $61.17. This represents a 4.5 percent decline from 2022, mostly because of a drop in price of the dinner’s centerpiece, the turkey. The drop in price can be attributed to the recovery of the turkey flock and the decrease in avian influenza cases.  Here’s what Thanksgiving meals cost at most major US grocery stores On average, the turkey accounts for some 43 percent of the...

Albany Field Office names new special agent in charge

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Craig L. Tremaroli was named the new special agent in charge of the Albany Field Office. Director Christopher Wray made the announcement on Monday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Before joining the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Tremaroli earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Florida and a master's degree from the University of Central Florida. He was a police officer and detective in Florida.According to the FBI, Tremaroli joined the FBI as a special agent, working in violent crime, gang, and transnational organized crime investigations at the Indianapolis Field Office. In 2015, Tremaroli was the program manager of the Criminal Covert Operations Unit in the Criminal Investigative Division at FBI Headquarters and was promoted to Unit Chief of the National Covert Operations Section in 2016. 5 things to know this Tuesday, November 21 Tremaroli has experience serving as the Safe Str...

Injured Ofc. Adam Sullentrup returning home today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

WASHINGTON, Mo. - A Hermann police officer, severely wounded in a deadly shooting earlier this year, is finally coming home.This heartwarming homecoming comes after months of intensive rehabilitation in a Colorado hospital. Officer Adam Sullentrup is set to return to his hometown of Washington, Missouri, just in time for Thanksgiving.His recovery has been an inspiring journey. Ofc. Sullentrup and Hermann Detective Sgt. Mason Griffith were serving a warrant at a Casey's general store in Hermann back in March.Investigators said 34-year-old Kenneth Simpson opened fire on the officers, tragically killing Mason Griffith and severely injuring Sullentrup. Simpson faces serious charges, including first-degree murder, two counts of armed criminal action, and first-degree assault on a special victim. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty in this case. Missouri soldier awarded medal for saving drowning family On Tuesday night, Sullentrup will arrive at St. Louis Lambert International Air...

Fatal shooting at south St. Louis City apartment, suspect in custody

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis police are investigating an overnight murder at a south St. Louis City apartment building.Police just cleared the area a short time ago at the 'Broadway Bluffs Apartments' on the 5700 block of South Broadway, just off Bates, and not far from I-55 earlier. FOX 2 captured video of police bringing out an adult male in handcuffs.At this point, it's unclear what that person's connection to the homicide here might be. However, police are confirming that a suspect is in custody in connection with the homicide. Police rushed to the scene just before 3:30 a.m. Metro East rapper Mudd Bughatti killed in Stan Musial Bridge shooting Upon arrival, we were told they found a male victim who had been shot multiple times. He was unconscious and not breathing. He was pronounced dead at the scene. We don't have an age for the victim or any details from the police about what may have led to the violence. It appeared that homicide detectives were focusing a lot of their attention ...

Police investigating south St. Louis City break-in

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Emergency crews are responding to a south St. Louis City business break-in Tuesday morning. Our Nissan Rogue Runner reporter, Nic Lopez, captured footage of the scene located at 'Hammerstone's'on 9th and Russell,' where workers are currently cleaning the broken glass that would be burglars caused from the front door. Metro East rapper Mudd Bughatti killed in Stan Musial Bridge shooting The manager shared that the thieves didn't get away with anyhting, as they fled with empty cash drawers. The business still expects to open later Tuesday. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Court hearing today for man accused of running over FOX 2 photographer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The man accused of hurting a FOX 2 news photographer during a Fox Files report is due in court Tuesday.Earl Longmeyer of Jennings will respond to a misdemeanor charge of operating a motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner. The Fox Files were in Hillsdale investigating why the village threatened to tow away some cars. Metro East rapper Mudd Bughatti killed in Stan Musial Bridge shooting FOX 2 photojournalist Wade Smith was accidentally run over by a trailer being hauled by a village truck, driven by Longmeyer.

Missouri Supreme Court rejects appeal of abortion ballot language ruling

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Missouri Supreme Court declines to hear Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft's appeal about the wording of an abortion ballot issue. Two weeks ago, a circuit judge ruled. Ashcroft's wording on the issue was politically partisan. He called abortions "dangerous." Missouri soldier awarded medal for saving drowning family A lower court rewrote the ballot issue. Ashcroft appealed to the Missouri Supreme Court, which refused to get involved.The issue now asks voters if they want to amend the constitution to "establish a right to make decisions about reproductive health care." Supporters will need to gather 170,000 signatures by May to put the issue on the November 2024 ballot.

Police investigating O'Reilly Auto Parts store break-in

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Someone broke into an O'Reilly Auto Parts store overnight.It happened just before 1:30 a.m. on McCausland Avenue in the Ellendale neighborhood of south St. Louis. The glass on the front door was broken. Missouri soldier awarded medal for saving drowning family So far, no suspects have been found. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Broncos starting QBs since Peyton Manning, 2023 edition: Where are they now?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:59:46 GMT

Russell Wilson hit a milestone in Week 11.It was 25th start with the Broncos, giving him the most number of starts at quarterback for the franchise since Peyton Manning retired, surpassing former Denver seventh-round draft pick Trevor Siemian.From Siemian to Wilson, here’s a look at who they are, how they fared in the role and where they are today.Trevor SiemianJohn Leyba, The Denver PostDenver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (13) throws a pass to running back Devontae Booker (23) during the third quarter on Dec. 10, 2017 in Denver, Colorado at Sports Authority Field at Mile High Stadium.How he landed with the Broncos: Siemian was selected in the seventh round (250th pick overall) by the Broncos in 2015.How he fared in Denver: Siemian played 25 games, making 24 starts for the Broncos, leading them to a 13-11 record. He completed 59.3% of his passes for 5,686 yards, 30 touchdowns and 24 interceptions. He was traded to the Vikings along with a 2018 seventh-round pick following the ...