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Researchers find meth in snow near Las Vegas, 'forever chemicals' in water across the West

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Las Vegas-based researchers are finding so-called “forever chemicals” in water sources across the West and illicit drugs, like meth, in snow, leading scientists to sound the alarm about what the compounds could mean for our health and the environment.Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, known colloquially as PFAS, are a group of chemicals found in manufactured products.“We're not going to be able to get rid of it. It's there. It's floating around in the water,” said Dr. Doug Sims, dean of the College of Southern Nevada’s School of Science, Engineering and Mathematics.Eva Stebel, water researcher, pours a water sample into a smaller glass container for experimentation as part of drinking water and PFAS research at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Center For Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response on Feb. 16, 2023, in Cincinnati. The 3M chemical company announced Thursday, June, 22, 2023, a $10.3 billion settlement with U.S. water utilities and agenc...

Texas largemouth bass confirmed as world record catch

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

TYLER, Texas (KETK) - After months of anxiously waiting to hear back from the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), Lea Anne Powell got confirmation that she had officially broken the world record for the biggest largemouth bass ever caught in her line class.Powell explained that the process to get the record confirmed by the IGFA was thorough."The process was fairly intensive. I had to go online, fill out a whole bunch of paperwork and then I actually had to mail in a line sample of the line that was used to catch the fish," said Powell. "All the paperwork, photos and documentation that I have had to go through multiple panels and I believe internationally."Powell added that it took about three months to get official confirmation on the record, but she was so anxious to hear back that she couldn't help herself but keep calling the board to check-in."I submitted everything in March and it was official on June 23," Powell said. "I had been driving them insane by calling. I've b...

Pepsi is launching a condiment made specifically for hot dogs

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – It’s all going to the same place anyway, right?PepsiCo — apparently operating under the assumption that people enjoy both soda and hot dogs, and therefore have no qualms about combining the two in the same food item — is launching a new cola-flavored condiment intended to top frankfurters à la ketchup or mustard. Why isn’t beer sold in plastic bottles like soda? Called “Colachup,” the new condiment was developed by Pepsi and the Culinary Institute of America’s (CIA) consulting division, according to a press release."The concept is both simple and creative,” David Kamen, the director of client experience for CIA Consulting, was quoted as saying in a press release. “The distinctive flavors and vibrant citrus blend of Pepsi enhances the bright and tangy characteristics of ketchup, offsetting the smokiness of the hot dog."Specifically, Colachup is made with a Pepsi reduction, smoked tomatoes, onion, ketchup and a "delightful blend" of clove, cinnamon, thyme, oregano and pa...

Tracking the Tropics: Is it normal to go without Saharan dust this late?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The tropics have been bustling with activity. Free from Saharan dust, several tropical waves have rolled off the coast of Africa in the last few weeks. But is this trend expected to continue, and could this season see more storms than expected?Plumes of Saharan dust — dry, dusty air carried from the Sahara Desert — are known to stabilize the atmosphere and prevent tropical activity.These plumes typically form over the Sahara Desert during the late spring, summer, and early fall.The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says Saharan dust activity typically ramps up in mid-June and peaks from late June to mid-August, with new outbreaks every three to five days.However, a lack of dust has meteorologists questioning whether the rest of the 2023 hurricane season will follow its "near-normal" projection.Because the dusty air has about 50% less moisture than the typical tropical atmosphere, strong downdrafts rip apart any tropical wave unfortunate enou...

Why are many Texans denied SNAP benefits due to car value?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

HOUSTON (KIAH) — A new Texas law can affect how those struggling to feed their families may have their benefits adjusted by what kind of car they own.SNAP benefits are eligible to households based on income, resources and family size. As of last month, over a million SNAP benefit cases have been filed across Texas. However, according to Feeding Texas, a food bank nonprofit, more than 54,000 SNAP applicants in Texas were denied due to the value of their vehicles. Here's why. SNAP applications processing faster, backlog and concerns over benefit cuts continues  The Texas Health and Human Services office in Austin said due to House Bill 1287, this will allow for the exclusion of certain resources from applicants when determining eligibility. This means this will increase the fair market value exclusion for the first vehicle from $15,000 to $22,500. Additional vehicles will be based on $4,650-$8,700.HHS said by adjusting the maximum excluded amount for the fair market value of a vehi...

Records: Police arrest man in connection with suspected explosive device left in alley near downtown Austin

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

Editor's Note: The above video is KXAN's previous coverage of the incident in downtown Austin on June 25, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) — A man was arrested Sunday evening concerning a suspected explosive device found in downtown Austin. East 6th Street reopens after APD bomb squad investigation According to a Travis County arrest affidavit, 33-year-old Timothy Johnson was charged with possession of a controlled substance drug-free zone, fraudulent use or possession of identifying information, evading with a prior conviction and possession of a hoax bomb.Court documents said an officer with the Austin Police Department was flagged down Sunday after a man said he found an explosive device inside a plastic bag while cleaning an alley in the 200 block of East Sixth Street.Officers investigated and found “an iron pineapple-shaped, green grenade-style object about the size of a softball,” according to court documents.The alley was secured, and officials evacuated businesses and hotels within a 30...

Amber Alert discontinued for Temple girl

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

TEMPLE, Texas (KXAN) – An Amber Alert that was issued Tuesday night for a girl from Temple, Texas was discontinued Wednesday. The seven-year-old girl was located safe with the suspect in the case Wednesday morning, according to the Temple Police Department. Temple is around 70 miles north of Austin. The investigation is ongoing.

Stuyvesant Plaza renews leases for three tenants

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Stuyvesant Plaza has renewed the leases for three of its tenants. The businesses include Circles, Lola Saratoga, and Peaches Café. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “These businesses are staples of the Capital Region community and we’re proud that they are part of the Stuyvesant Plaza family,” said Stuyvesant Plaza General Manager Rachel Ferluge.Circles is a women's specialty store open since 1994. “The longstanding support Circles has received from Stuyvesant Plaza is spectacular,” said Circles owner Sharon Fenno. “We built Circles from the ground up here, and look forward to celebrating our 30th anniversary in the Plaza we call home.” Stores coming, going and staying in Stuyvesant Plaza Lola Saratoga is a luxury designer consignment store with another location in Saratoga Springs. “We are excited for the future and continued growth potential within our strategic partnership with Stuyvesant Pl...

Galway man dies in Charlton car crash

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

CHARLTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Galway man has died after a one-car crash in Charlton. The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office said Anthony Giglio, 62, was pronounced dead at the scene. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Around 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, police responded to the crash on Route 147 in Charlton. Police found that Giglio, driving a 2012 Ram 1500, was traveling south when he lost control and struck a tree. Giglio was the only occupant in the vehicle. An investigation found that unsafe speed contributed to the crash. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office was assisted on scene by Galway EMS, West Charlton Fire Department, Harmony Corners Fire Department, Charlton Fire Department, and the Galway Fire Department.

Boil water advisory in the Village of Fonda

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:28 GMT

FONDA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, a boil water advisory has been administered in the Village of Fonda. Deputies say the boil water advisory is due to low chlorine levels. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Residents will be alerted when the order has been lifted.