(NBC News) The Centers for Disease Control has rolled out another hard-hitting “Tips From Former Smokers” ad campaign. The ads feature people whose smoking addiction lead to disfiguring and fatal diseases, as well as the family of a Hollywood star who encouraged people to stop smoking so they can “live long and prosper.” Julie Nimoy’s earliest memories of her father…
(NBC News) The pet care industry is booming, thanks in part to technology. Harley Lewter is an on-demand dog walker with the online service wag. “When anyone sees they might not be able to get home for lunch or get home late from work in the day, they go on the app and request a walk, and I pick them…
This past November, the Bowling Green Police Department and the Housing Authority of Bowling Green partnered together to create a mentorship program for young women called P.O.W.E.R.G., and after four meetings, the results are already showing. Deputy Chief Penny Bowles tells us how in this week’s Monday Motivator. Bowles also tells us that after summer break, the meetings will resume….
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A Warren County grand jury indicted a Bowling Green man on an allegation that he attacked someone with a tire iron. Carlos Jermaine Fugate, 32, 209 Weis Court, was indicted on one count each of first-degree wanton endangerment and tampering with physical evidence. Fugate is accused of striking Jordon Savage multiple times with a tire iron,…
In today’s Sunrise Spotlight, Kim Lancaster joins us to talk about several Arbor Day and the Household Hazardous Waste Day events.
The More You Know is NBCUniversal’s long-standing cross-company public service initiative focused on education, diversity, health, community and the environment. For 30 years, The More You Know has addressed the nation’s most pressing social issues and remains a trusted voice for sharing knowledge to improve lives. WNKY’s Matthew White sat down with Al Roker to learn more about this year’s campaign. To learn more,…
All women will face menopause at some point, but a new study reveals early menopause is linked to type 2 diabetes.
(WBRE) WILKES-BARRE, Pa. – We often see police departments using social media as a tool to catch criminals. This time, a Facebook post about a potential prowler in Jermyn, Pennsylvania went hilariously wrong. “If you know Captain America, have him give us a call, we need to talk to him about wandering around people’s houses.” The Jermyn Police Department posted with…
(KXAN) AUSTIN, Tx. – A 4-year-old lab mix named Kevin, who’s up for adoption at the Austin Animal Center, is a bit of a kleptomaniac. He steals just about anything within his reach — toys, food bowls, spare change, clothing, blankets, even a purse. Kevin lives in an office at the shelter because there are no available kennels, and he’s…
