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Senator Cornyn launches bipartisan effort to increase access to lifesaving fentanyl test strips

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Five U.S. Senators, including Senator John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced a bill to decriminalize testing strips that detect fentanyl and xylazine, in order to slow the growing number of deaths from overdoses in the U.S. Overdose deaths have been on the rise in the U.S. in recent years, many of them from the powerful synthetic opioid fentanyl, per CDC data. People use fentanyl knowingly, but others may accidentally consume it with other substances, such as cocaine and counterfeit pills, adulterated with fentanyl. Because fentanyl is so powerful, a very small amount can be lethal. MORE: Xylazine, a sometimes deadly animal tranquilizer, detected in Texas supply The senators say this legislation, the Fentanyl Safe Testing and Overdose Prevention Act, would help prevent overdose deaths by allowing people who use drugs to know if they have been mixed with fentanyl or xylazine. “Fentanyl is ravaging Texas communities, and poisonings among children and teenagers have sk...

10 weird things about Texas that you didn't know!

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

DALLAS (KDAF) — These ten weird and wonderful facts about Texas showcase the state's unique blend of quirkiness and charm. From giant cowboy boots to mysterious lights and unusual museums, Texas never fails to surprise and delight visitors with its eccentric attractions.1. The World's Largest Cowboy Boots: Located in San Antonio, Texas, these gigantic cowboy boots stand at a staggering 35 feet tall. A quirky attraction, they serve as a reminder of Texas' deep-rooted cowboy culture.2. The Marfa Lights: In the town of Marfa, Texas, mysterious lights appear in the night sky, seemingly floating and flickering. Despite extensive research, the source of these lights remains unknown, leaving scientists and locals puzzled.3. The Cadillac Ranch: Just outside Amarillo, Texas, lies an unusual art installation known as the Cadillac Ranch. Ten half-buried, graffiti-covered Cadillac cars stand in a row, creating a unique and bizarre visual spectacle.4. The Bat Bridge: In Austin, Texas, the Congre...

Swimming: Lakeville star Regan Smith wins fourth medal at world championships

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

Regan Smith of Lakeville added a fourth medal — and third silver — to her tally at the World Championships in Japan with a second-place finish in the 200-meter backstroke.Smith swam the race in 2 minutes, 4.94 seconds. The race marks the second time she has hit the 2:04 mark in her career. Australia’s Kaylee McKeown won the race with a time of 2:03.85.“The silver medal means a lot. Having the opportunity to be here, competing internationally again in the 200 backstroke, is something, for a while, I never thought I would get to do again,” Smith said in a release. “It means a lot that I got to be here. … It’s always a pleasure to come home with a medal for Team USA.”Smith also won silver medals in the 50- and 100-meter backstroke races, while placing third in the 200-meter butterfly.The 21-year-old is gearing up for her likely second Olympics appearance next summer in France.Related ArticlesOlympics | Lakeville star swimmer Regan Smith bu...

Hundreds lose power in Troy outage

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Hundreds of people lost power in Troy on July 29, according to National Grid's outage map. Just under 1,000 customers were reportedly effected. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The cause of the outage remains unknown. Estimated restoration times are currently between 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

LIVE: Severe storms intensify in St. Louis metro

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect through at least 4 p.m. Saturday for St. Louis and St. Charles counties, plus many nearby areas. If you are in the path of a severe thunderstorm warning, seek shelter immediately. While thunderstorms and some rain chances are the main threats, there is also the potential for damaging winds up to 70 mph. There is also strong potential for downed trees and powerlines. As severe storms roll through the area, much of area remains under a severe thunderstorm watch. That includes: St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Madison, St. Clair, St. Charles, Jefferson, Boone, Franklin, St. Francois, Adams, Macoupin, Cole, Jersey, Randolph, Marion, Callaway, Lincoln, Monroe, Audrain, Pike, Greene, Warren, Pike, Gasconade, Crawford, Moniteau, Montgomery, Brown, Washington, Madison, Ste. Genevieve, Lewis, Osage, Ralls, Monroe, Shelby, Iron, Knox, Calhoun, Calhoun, Reynolds. The Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until July 29 at 7:00 p.m. Stay t...

Kickin’ It with Kiz: Sean Payton will need to drink something stronger than two lattes if he can’t put stop to the losing in Broncos Country

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

I don’t think we signed Sean Payton as Broncos coach to tickle our bellies.Gerard, can handle the truthKiz: Payton was hired to kick keisters. He doesn’t dance. So when the new Broncos coach told his handpicked media confidant, Jarrett Bell of USA Today, “Everything I heard about last season, we’re doing the opposite,” it was no accident. Nor was saying Nathaniel Hackett destroyed any chance the team had for success with what “might have been one of the worst coaching jobs in the history of the NFL.” And I had no problem with putting the organization on blast. I had a problem with Payton apologizing for his hot take, backtracking and calling his blunt honesty a mistake to be blamed on two lattes he consumed before the interview. That’s all well and good. But Payton is going to need something stronger to drink than coffee if he can’t end the Broncos’ misery against Kansas City.Naming names was a low blow and classless, but Payton ...

Shelby Harris visits as Broncos continue to explore defensive line options

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

In the search for defensive line depth following the indefinite suspension of Eyioma Uwazurike and Mike Purcell being on the active/non-football injury list, the Broncos reached out to a familiar face.Denver held a visit for veteran defensive lineman Shelby Harris on Friday. Denver head coach Sean Payton thought the visit was worthwhile since Harris, who played five seasons for the Broncos, lives in the area. No further action was taken outside of the meeting as Payton expects the team to continue to explore their options.“We’ll have a few others that we’d look to bring in,” Payton said without disclosing names. “Nothing other than that.”The Broncos’ defensive line was one of the biggest question marks going into training camp, and things got more complicated due to Uwazurike’s suspension for violating the NFL’s gambling policy. Harris, who was sent to Seattle in 2022 as part of the Russell Wilson trade, could fill Denver’s need for an interior D-lineman who can rush the passe...

Broncos training camp rewind, Day 2: Samaje Perine flashes and appearance from Mr. Big Shot on Saturday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

broncos Player AttendanceDid not practice: Physically Unable to Perform list — OLB Baron Browning (knee). Non-Football Injury list — WR KJ Hamler (pec), DL Mike Purcell (knee).RT Mike McGlinchey was absent a third straight day as he attended to a death in his family, but coach Sean Payton said he’d be back likely Sunday and on the field when the Broncos return Monday.Rookie WR Marvin Mims (hamstring) did some individual work on the field but then was off to conditioning-only work again along with rookie center Alex Forsyth, Browning and Purcell.Top PlayNine out of 10 scientists agree that the wheel route is the best play in football. Broncos running back Samaje Perine reeled one in from Russell Wilson for a touchdown on Saturday during a 7-on-7 period. Perine’s settling in alongside Javonte Williams at the top of Denver’s running back room and getting a lot of work as the club gradually increases Williams’ workload.“I’m just your normal, hard-working running back,” Perine said...

Two climbers injured in 60-foot fall in Pitkin County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

Two climbers suffered severe injuries in a fall at the Weller Slab climbing area in Pitkin County.About 9:15 p.m. Friday the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a woman yelling for help near the Weller Campground in the White River National Forest, according to a news release. The campground is on Independence Pass.A deputy responded and determined that two climbers had fallen about 60 feet and both were severely injured.Members of Mountain Rescue Aspen and West Elk Mountain Rescue were sent to the scene, along with Aspen Ambulance medics, to attend to the injured climbers.About 11:20 p.m. rescue team members and medics contacted the pair, and Flight for Life Colorado was called to transport one of the two climbers. The second climber was taken from the area by ambulance to a hospital.

Pacifica: Generations of surfers catch waves at Kahuna Kapuna amateur surf event

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:24:20 GMT

Over the last two decades, Pacifica’s Kahuna Kapuna amateur surf competition has become notorious for falling on a day of choppy waves and chilly conditions. But on Saturday morning, dozens of competitors at this year’s event were treated to a steady swell and even a hint of blue sky peeking through the fog.“It’s glassy and clean, and there’s some good sets rolling through,” said Anya Arthur after her first heat of the day. “So this is a real gem.”Kahuna Kapuna — which translates roughly to “Big Chief, wise elder” in Hawaiian — is billed as the world’s only amateur competition showcasing older wave riders, ages 40 and up. It returned to Pacifica State Beach — the one with the beachside Taco Bell — for its 23rd year.“It’s a good reason to get together and have a good time and chill on the beach all day,” said Arthur, 41. “Clear your schedule and make a day for it.”S...