Author: Riley Guertin

Transgender people with autism receive poorer healthcare, new study shows

Transgender people with autism receive poorer healthcare than others. A study by Cambridge University found that they were much more likely to have anxiety related to their healthcare. Overall Trans and Autistic people report a worse healthcare experience than others. These groups also face a much higher risk of suicide. You can read the full report by clicking right here.

Soky’s Choice: Snow Flurry Scurry 2025

On this week’s edition of Soky’s Choice, brought to you by JC Kirby & Son, News 40’s own Ashlee Wilson sits down with David Haynes from Lost River Cave. Together, they discussed this year’s Snow Flurry Scurry and discovered how you can participate! The 11th Annual Snow Flurry Scurry 5K is set to take place on Saturday, January 25th at…

Pet of the Day: Freya

For today’s Pet of the Day, brought to you by Morgantown Bank & Trust and today we’d like you to meet Freya. Here’s what the shelter has to say about this sweet kitty! “Meet Freya, a sweet 8-month-old kitten with a gentle spirit and a love for cuddles. She’s an indoor-only cat who’s still adjusting to the world around her…

Sunrise Spotlight: Romance at the Railpark

On today’s edition of Sunrise Spotlight, News 40’s Ashlee Wilson sits down with Jamie Johnson from the Historic Railpark & Train Museum. Together, they discuss all that you can expect to see at this year’s Romance at the Railpark. Join Railpark officials for an enchanting evening during their 11th Annual Romance at the RailPark event, now with a tropical twist…

Public support for abortion medication rising

While restrictions on abortion are increasing, public support for abortion medications is rising. A study published in JAMA showed since the Dobbs decision in 2022, the number of Americans aged 15 to 49 who believe they should have the right to medication abortion rose 6%. The greatest increase was in states with the most restrictions on abortion.

CDC urges doctors to speed subtyping flu patients

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is sounding the alarm on testing for the bird flu. On Thursday, the CDC issued an alert following a few mysterious bird flu cases in the U.S. Those people tested positive without any known exposure to animals. The agency urged doctors and hospitals to perform advanced testing called “subtyping.” It should be done…

Are young women twice as likely to get cancer?

A new report shows young women are nearly twice as likely as young men to be diagnosed with cancer. Cancer rates among men generally declined in the U.S. early this century before leveling out. But they appear to be climbing among women, mostly attributed to a rise in breast and thyroid cancer cases. While that trend appears most pronounced in…

Sunrise Spotlight: What’s Coming up for SKyPAC in 2025

On today’s Sunrise Spotlight, News 40’s Ashlee Wilson sits down with Makenzie Belcher, the SKyPAC Marketing & PR Assistant. Together, they discussed some of the performances you can expect to see at SKyPAC. New concert announced: Matthew West This Saturday: Grant Kemmerer January 25th: Jo Dee Messina February 5th: The Price is Right live Learn more by clicking right here.

Pet of the Day: Watson

It is now time for your Pet of the Day brought to you by Morgantown Bank and Trust and today we’d like you to meet Watson. This 10-year-old beagle mix is ready to start a new chapter in his life! Watson came to the shelter as a stray and has proven to be a calm, laid-back companion with a heart…