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Jan 09 2025WEATHER

Snow's Coming! What to Expect and How to Stay Safe

Hey, Kansas City! We've got some snow headed our way this Thursday night. It's not going to be a massive storm, but it could create some slippery roads for Friday morning's commute. The good news? The worst of the cold air will be moving out by the weekend. Our meteorologist team at FOX4 will be on

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Jan 09 2025SPORTS

Florida Heats Up with NHL's Outdoor Games in 2026

Imagine playing ice hockey in the sunshine! That's what the NHL has planned for 2026. The league is shaking things up by hosting two outdoor games in Florida. On January 2, the Florida Panthers will face the New York Rangers at loanDepot park, home of the Miami Marlins. This will be the first NHL ga

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Bug Protein Powers Boost Cell Health: Fighting Inflammation and Stress

Ever heard of the Black Soldier Fly? Well, it turns out its protein powder, called BPH, is quite the superhero in the lab! Scientists recently found that BPH can help cells fight off inflammation and stress caused by harmful substances. They used LPS to challenge the L-929 cells, but with BPH around

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Jan 08 2025SPORTS

Tennessee Coach Rick Barnes on Lessons Learned from Florida Loss

Tennessee's head coach, Rick Barnes, didn't hold back after his team's 73-43 loss to Florida. He credited Florida's defense and their ability to control the boards as key factors in the game. Barnes admitted that Tennessee struggled with shot selection and lost their poise, leading to a disconnected

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Jan 08 2025CRIME

Package Thieves: A Growing Problem in Washington D. C.

Did you know that Washington D. C. has the highest rate of package theft in the entire U. S. ? These sneaky thieves, known as “porch pirates, ” love to snatch packages right off people's doorsteps. In 2023, package theft cost the nation a whopping $12 billion, but D. C. residents felt the brunt of i

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Jan 08 2025SCIENCE

UV Light: New Weapons Against Viruses

Did you know that ultraviolet (UV) light can be a powerful tool in fighting viruses? Scientists have been exploring different wavelengths of UV-C light to find safer and more environmentally friendly ways to prevent viral infections. For example, far-UV-C radiation with a wavelength of 233 nm can ki

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Jan 08 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Water Cleanup: How Biochar Turbocharges Permanganate

Did you know that something as simple as nutshells can help clean up our water? Scientists have found that biochar, made from burning plant material like nutshells, can greatly improve the power of permanganate to break down tough pollutants. By adding biochar to permanganate, the pollutant removal

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Oxidative Stress: Can We Really Fix It with Anti-oxidants?

You might have heard that free radicals can cause some serious health issues. These tiny troublemakers are linked to cancer, heart problems, brain diseases, lung issues, and even inflammation. Research has shown that when our body is under too much pressure (oxidative stress), these free radicals ca

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Jan 07 2025HEALTH

Childhood Trauma and Suicidal Thoughts: Unraveling the Link in Iranian MDD Patients

Major Depressive Disorder, or MDD, is a serious mental health issue that impacts people worldwide. One of its most concerning symptoms is suicidal ideation. Many researchers have looked into how traumatic childhood events can lead to suicidal thoughts in adults. But not many studies have explored wh

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Jan 07 2025OPINION

Holiday Classics: More Than Just Fun

Many people love holiday movies like "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. " They bring a positive mood and highlight good values. In this movie, a clever kid, Kevin, outsmarts two robbers and teaches us to care for those in need. It's a reminder to be kind and open-minded. Not everyone agrees on movie

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