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As transgender ‘refugees’ flock to New Mexico, waitlists grow

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

Cecilia Nowell | KFF Health News (TNS)ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — This summer, Sophia Machado packed her bags and left her home in Oregon to move to Albuquerque, New Mexico, where her sister lived and where, Machado had heard, residents were friendlier to their transgender neighbors and gender-affirming health care was easier to get.Machado, 36, is transgender and has good health insurance through her job. Within weeks, she was able to get into a small primary care clinic, where her sister was already a patient and where the doctor was willing to refill her estrogen prescription and refer her to an endocrinologist.She felt fortunate. “I know that a lot of the larger medical institutions here are pretty slammed,” she said.Other patients seeking gender-affirming health care in New Mexico, where access is protected by law, haven’t been as lucky.After her primary care doctor retired in 2020, Anne Withrow, a 73-year-old trans woman who has lived in Albuquerque for over 50 years, sought care at T...

Authorities identify man found shot to death inside Pittsburg residence

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

PITTSBURG — Authorities early Thursday identified a man killed in a shooting Tuesday night.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Suspected DUI crash in East Bay seriously injures two high school students Crime and Public Safety | Woman to be arraigned in Fremont death of infant exposed to fentanyl Crime and Public Safety | Woman wounded, child uninjured in Oakland shooting Crime and Public Safety | Police: Man riding stolen motorcycle dies in fiery Oakland crash Crime and Public Safety | Fremont man arrested in connection with October homicide Police in a statement said 41-year-old Peter Polasek was found with a gunshot wound inside a residence in the 900 block of Carpino Avenue. Officers had been called there about 6:25 p.m. Tuesday.He died there despite receiving rescue efforts from the officers, police said.Police have not announced an arrest or released any suspect information in the city&#...

Here's how SFMTA service will be impacted by APEC

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- The Asia-Pacific Economic Conference (APEC) is set to descend on San Francisco next week. The conference, which will see the largest gathering of global leaders in SF since 1945, gets underway on Saturday Nov. 11 and lasts through Friday Nov. 17.Most APEC activities will be centered around the South of Market and Nob Hill neighborhoods. However, with more than 20,000 people expected to attend the conference, including President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, the conference's impacts will be felt across the city. Will there be a ‘homeless sweep’ before APEC? Street closures in and around the city will be implemented. There will also be impacts to public transportation with several lines being rerouted during the conference. According to SFMTA, some Muni lines will be rerouted during APEC from Nov. 13 through Nov. 19.The following lines will be impacted:T Third Muni MetroT Third Bus1 California outbound5 Fulton Owl8 Bayshore, 8AX Bayshore Express A ...

Hollister man arrested in San Jose Cinco de Mayo shooting

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

(KRON) -- San Jose police arrested a Hollister man and seized four guns from his home on Tuesday in connection to a Cinco De Mayo shooting. Juan Samarron, 32, was booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail on assault with a deadly weapon and firearm related charges. San Jose Police Department Gang Investigation Unit detectives and the Gun and Hazardous Offender Suppression Team served a search warrant in Samarron's house. Investigators said they found two semi-automatic handguns, one bolt action rifle, and one semi-automatic rifle.Officer Steve Aponte said Samarron was linked to a shooting in San Jose on Southside Drive that unfolded at 8:34 p.m. on May 5. Samarron allegedly fired a gun and the bullet grazed a victim, police said.

Kyler Murray’s expected return gives Cardinals needed jolt in home game vs. Falcons

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

ATLANTA (4-5) at ARIZONA (1-8)Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EST, CBSOPENING LINE: Falcons by 1 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.AGAINST THE SPREAD: Falcons 2-7, Cardinals 4-5.SERIES RECORD: Cardinals lead 17-16.LAST MEETING: Falcons beat Cardinals 20-19 on Jan. 1, 2023, in Atlanta.LAST WEEK: Vikings beat Falcons 31-28; Browns beat Cardinals 27-0.FALCONS OFFENSE: OVERALL (11), RUSH (9), PASS (17), SCORING (25)FALCONS DEFENSE: OVERALL (6), RUSH (14), PASS (10), SCORING (18)CARDINALS OFFENSE: OVERALL (26), RUSH (8), PASS (31), SCORING (28)CARDINALS DEFENSE: OVERALL (24), RUSH (26), PASS (17), SCORING (27)TURNOVER DIFFERENTIAL: Falcons minus-7; Cardinals minus-2.FALCONS PLAYER TO WATCH: QB Taylor Heinicke will make his second straight start after Desmond Ridder lost the job. With the Falcons approaching their bye week, coach Arthur Smith has said he plans to announce a long-term starter after the game. Heinicke can keep the starting job by avoiding interceptions and sacks. He threw for 268 yard...

Kenny Pickett is eyeing consistency as Steelers’ homestand ends with a visit from Packers

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Kenny Pickett the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted — the swaggy, sublimely confident and ultra-competitive quarterback who practically willed the University of Pittsburgh to an ACC title two years ago — is not always the Kenny Pickett that takes the field.Not yet anyway.More than a full season into Pickett’s career as an NFL starter, he remains very much a work in progress. At least during the game’s first three quarters, when consistency, accuracy and rhythm seem elusive.Things change over the final 15 minutes. The happy feet he sometimes displays in the pocket calm. The touch that can temporarily abandon him returns. And his quarterback rating — and the results — skyrocket.“He’s awesome in the fourth quarter,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said. “Man, he rises up in those moments.”The key for Pittsburgh (5-3) if it wants to stay in the middle of the hotly contested AFC North race is finding a way to have whatever magic Pickett summons in the final frame e...

The designated hitter hasn’t always lived up to its title after 2 full MLB seasons in both leagues

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The universal designated hitter has been part of Major League Baseball for two full seasons and, much to the chagrin of some National League traditionalists, the sport has survived and even thrived.In a somewhat surprising development, though, many teams are struggling to get much production from that spot.The next generation of big-bopping DHs like David Ortiz, Edgar Martinez and Frank Thomas hasn’t materialized, with just three players logging at least 110 games at designated hitter during the 2023 season. That trio includes Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani, Braves slugger Marcell Ozuna and the Nationals’ Joey Meneses.The general consensus at this week’s general managers’ meetings in Scottsdale, Arizona, is that filling the position — and getting production from it — is harder than it looks. The American League has had the DH since 1973, while the National League made the full-time switch in 2022. The NL also used the DH in 2020 du...

IRS announces 2024 income tax brackets – see where you fall

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Millions of Americans could take home more pay in 2024 thanks to inflation adjustments to the tax code announced by the IRS Thursday.The changes to the standard deduction and individual income brackets, among other adjustments, in tax year 2024 will apply to tax returns filed in 2025.One of the principal reasons behind the annual adjustment is to combat “bracket creep,” when inflation pushes taxpayer incomes into higher tax brackets without actually giving workers additional purchasing power. Annual changes to income tax brackets and other provisions are put in place to offset inflation.Changes to the standard deductionThe standard deduction – which reduces the amount of income on which you’re taxed – will go up to $29,200 for married couples filing jointly, an increase of $1,500. For single taxpayers and married individuals filing separately, the standard deduction will rise $750 to $14,600. Finally, for heads of households, the standard deduction will jump up $1,100 fo...

Arizona Wildcats vs. Colorado Buffaloes: TV channel, time, what to know

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The University of Colorado Buffaloes football team will play their final home game of the season on Saturday against the University of Arizona Wildcats, and it comes at a vital time in the season.CU has three games left and will need to win two of them to finish the season at .500 and have a real shot at making a bowl game. CU football announces 2024 Big 12 opponents But with two road games after this weekend, this game becomes nearly a must-win. The Buffs face Washington State next week and finish their season on Nov. 25 at Utah.How to watch Arizona vs. Colorado on TVIf you're planning to watch this game, you'll probably want to find a bar or restaurant with a sports package. Arizona vs. Colorado will be shown on the Pac-12 Network, which is included only in the most sports-heavy packages for many providers.Arizona vs. CU kickoff: NoonChannel: Pac-12 Network Where to watch CU Buffs games in Boulder: Bars, breweries and pubs Tickets for Arizona vs. ColoradoAs wi...

How much do household fires increase with Thanksgiving cooking?

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:44:36 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- It may not be a surprise that cooking fires increase dramatically on Thanksgiving, but how many more household fires occur on Thanksgiving compared to any other day?The National Fire Protection Association is urging cooks to be a little extra cautious when cooking on Thanksgiving Day, as it is by far the leading day of the year for home cooking fires. Prepare for Thanksgiving with these Denver-area turkey trots According to the NFPA, cooking is always the leading cause of house fires and injuries, and the second-leading cause of home fire deaths.Cooking is the cause of more than half of all reported home fires, but it spikes on Thanksgiving Day. According to the NFPA, there were 1,160 home cooking fires reported to fire departments across the U.S. on Thanksgiving Day in 2021. That accounts for a 297% increase compared to the daily average.“Thanksgiving is a hectic holiday, with multiple dishes cooking and baking at the same time, along with lots of guests, enterta...