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CDC: Overdose deaths from xylazine-laced fentanyl rapidly increasing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

(The Hill) -- Overdose deaths involving illegally-manufactured fentanyl laced with xylazine have skyrocketed in recent years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).New CDC data released Thursday found that between January 2019 and June 2022, the monthly percentage of overdose deaths from fentanyl combined with xylazine increased by 276 percent, from 2.9 percent to 10.9 percent.In the most recent 18 months of data across 31 states and the District of Columbia, the agency said xylazine was detected in 9 percent of fatal overdoses involving illicit fentanyl from January 2021 through June 2022.However, researchers noted the timing and magnitude of the increase in the detection of xylazine among fentanyl overdoses might reflect both increased frequency of testing as well as true increased presence in the drug supply.Maryland had the worst statewide rate, with 27.7 percent of fentanyl deaths involving xylazine. Connecticut was next highest at 26.4 percent of th...

One person suffers life-threatening injuries after stabbing in southeast Austin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- One person suffered life-threatening injuries after a stabbing in southeast Austin Thursday, the Austin Police Department confirmed to KXAN.Shortly after 12:45 p.m., APD officers and Austin-Travis County EMS medics responded to the 2000 block of Kenneth Avenue.Medics said an adult patient, who was not identified Thursday, was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.It was not immediately clear what led to the incident, which remained under investigation by police Thursday.This is a developing story. Checks back for updates.

American offering seasonal nonstop from Austin to Santa Fe in October

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for June 29, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) — American Airlines is launching a new seasonal route from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Santa Fe, New Mexico.The nonstop service will be offered Saturdays only in the month of October, an airline spokesperson told KXAN.Flights, operated as American Eagle, will leave Austin at 9:45 a.m. and arrive in Santa Fe at 10:42 a.m. local time. Returning flights leave Santa Fe at 11:25 a.m. and arrive in Austin at 2:13 p.m.Tickets are available for purchase now.Earlier this year, American launched new seasonal service from Austin to Memphis, Tennessee, and Panama City and Pensacola, Florida. Year-round service to Sacramento, California, was launched in May.American is the second-largest airline at AUS in terms of passenger traffic. Almost 1.7 million passengers flew out of Austin on an AA flight between January and April, one quarter of all passengers from the airport.

Affront to Austin? City falls outside top 10 'best BBQ cities' in the country

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

Editor's Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for June 29, 2023AUSTIN (KXAN) — A new study ranking the 'best BBQ cities' in the country has dealt the city of Austin a low blow, placing it outside the top 10.Even worse, three cities in the Midwest take the top three rankings.Website LawnStarter is known for its top 10 lists, such as most glamorous and dirtiest cities in the country.The BBQ city rankings were put together based on a range of factors, including the number of smokehouses and barbecue vendors, average consumer ratings, competition awards and the number of BBQ festivals.Austin ranked 12th overall, but did crack the top five for most top-rated BBQ vendors. Houston was the only Texas city to rank higher than Austin, at fifth overall.Here's a look at the top rankings:1: Kansas City, Missouri2: St. Louis, Missouri3: Kansas City, Kansas4: Memphis, Tennessee5: Houston, Texas6: Orlando, Florida7: Springfield, Missouri8: Omaha, Nebraska9: Nashville, Tenness...

What could I-35's proposed expansion look like?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- With a decision expected this summer on the future of the Texas Department of Transportation's I-35 Capital Express Central project, the state transportation agency has released additional renderings on what the proposed expansion could look like.TxDOT submitted the project's environmental impact statement document this spring for federal consideration and approval, with a decision expected by the end of August. What rights do Texas property owners have in eminent domain cases? The $4.5 billion, eight-mile project stretches from U.S. Hwy. 290 East to SH 71 and Ben White Boulevard and will add additional through and non-tolled high-occupancy vehicle lanes, remove the existing I-35 upper decks, lower the roadway and add east-west cross-street bridges, pedestrian and bicycle paths.I-35 at Oltorf Street (Courtesy: Texas Department of Transportation)I-35 at Woodland Avenue (Courtesy: Texas Department of Transportation)I-35 at Riverside Drive (Courtesy: Texas Departmen...

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: June 30-July 2

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The weekend is almost here! From fireworks to concerts at SPAC to the 2023 Scrabble World Cup, there are quite a few things happening on June 30, July 1 and July 2. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, June 304th of July fireworks, events in the Capital RegionFlow & Fizz, Stuyvesant Plaza in Guilderland, 9 a.m. You can get tickets on the Eventbrite website.In Our Own Voices Renaissance House Ball, Albany Capital Center, 6:30 p.m. Free.Opera Saratoga Presents: A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Universal Preservation Hall, 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the UPH website.Opening night of Painted Pony Rodeo, Lake Luzerne, 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Painted Pony Rodeo website.Jumpin' Jack's fireworks show, Jumpin' Jack's in Scotia, 7 p.m.Food Truck Friday, Mill Pond in Brant Lake, 5 p.m.2023 Scrabble Word C...

Legislation would block chemical dumping in Hudson river

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – This week on Empire State Weekly, a measure that would keep a downstate energy company from dumping potentially hazardous wastewater into the Hudson River passed in the final days of the legislative session. The bill has broad support passing in the assembly and the legislature. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! It now awaits Governor Hochul's signature. State Senator Pete Harkham explained he's urging the Governor to sign the bill quickly due to the time-sensitive nature of the legislation. "And now we're urging the Governor to call the bill and sign it, it's time sensitive. You know the plan was calling for this release as early as August maybe September so we're urging the Governor to call the bill as soon as possible." Harkham Said. The legislation came after environmental advocates argued that dumping wastewater into the Hudson carried the risk of letting cancer-causing isotopes into the river. Th...

Police investigating fatal crash in Livingston

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

LIVINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Police are investigating a fatal crash in Livingston, Columbia County. Two are dead as a result of a car hitting a house on Route 9 in the middle of the night. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! At 1 a.m. on June 29, state police responded to the residence south of County Route 19. They said that their preliminary investigation revealed extensive damage to the home and the vehicle. Both caught fire.State police confirmed the two deaths to NEWS10, though their identities have not yet been released. The crash remains under active investigation.

Bluegrass festival coming to Lake George

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Anyone who frequents the village or town of Lake George will tell you that summer music season is underway. Between special festivals and weekly free concerts, there's plenty of music coming to the lake - and one new event is coming with a banjo twang. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Adirondack Bluegrass Festival runs between Saturday and Sunday, July 1-2, at the Barn at French Mountain, located at 5 Mill Road in the town of Lake George. The festival is billed as a mix of old-time classic and modern bluegrass stylings. The lineup includes:Adirondack Song DogsCedar RidgeHigh Peaks Bluegrass BandSoggy Derby BoysWashington County LineThe Meat ChickenzHilltown Ramblers Free summer movies in Glens Falls City Park Tickets are priced at $35 per day, or $65 for the full weekend. Vendors, food trucks, cornhole and a bounce house will also be featured.

Crestwood police investigate gas station armed robbery

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:52:10 GMT

CRESTWOOD, Mo. - Police in Crestwood are investigating after a masked man robbed a local gas station at gunpoint.According to a spokesperson for the Crestwood Police Department, the robbery took place Wednesday at 6 a.m. at the Circle K convenience store and gas station at 8600 Watson Road.Police claim a man walked into the store wearing gloves and a mask, walked behind the counter, and pointed a handgun at the clerk. The suspect threatened to kill the employee if he did not hand over the cash in the store safe, which was open at the moment for a deposit count. ‘Sk8 Liborius’ church skate park burns down The clerk handed over an undisclosed sum of money, and the suspect ran from the store. Police believe he had a vehicle waiting in the area.Police did not provide a photo of the suspect.Anyone with information on the robbery can contact the Crestwood Police Department at 314-729-4800. Anonymous tips may be submitted via the Crestwood MO PD app or by texting "Crestwoodtip" and your ...