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A national research program to find a cure for diabetes is set to expire soon, if Congress doesn't act

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

(KXAN) -- This week, lawmakers on Capitol Hill heard from 160 children and teens living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D).The group is asking Congress renew funding for the Special Diabetes Program, known as SDP, backed by the National Institute of Health.“The Special Diabetes Program was directly linked to the first ever disease modifying therapy for Type 1 diabetes that actually delays the onset of Type 1 for up to two years,” said Aaron Turner Phifer with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, or JDRF.“The program has gotten us closer than we've ever been to a cure,” said Turner Phifer. “The kids will be up on Capitol Hill advocating to their members of Congress to renew that program.”More than 1.4 million Americans live with Type 1 diabetes, according to the JDRF.Without Congressional action, the Special Diabetes Program will expire at the end of September.“We're very confident that Congress is going to extend this program. There's bipartisan support,” said Turner Phifer.

July bird forecast: "Summer Singers"

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN) -- Here’s the Central Texas bird forecast for the month, courtesy of Travis Audubon. Learn more about Central Texas birds and bird-related events for all ages at travisaudubon.org or by calling 512-300-BIRD. Follow Travis County Audubon at www.facebook.com/travisaudubon. It might be hard for us to celebrate the overwhelming heat, but some birds find something to sing about. Get up a little earlier to hear them as they often seek shade later in the day. Carolina Wrens and Northern Cardinals are some of the early risers, singing before and at daybreak. You may hear Northern Mockingbirds imitating other birds with three to six repetitions, before switching to another tune.  White-winged Doves chime in with their “who cooks for you” calls. Keep an ear out for the House Finch’s musical song, too. In the late afternoon and early evening it’s not unusual for these species to sing again before going to roost.Carolina Wren Singing PHOTO: Jane TillmanRed-hot House Fi...

Zelenskyy says NATO’s ‘absurd’ plans for Ukraine fall short

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

By CHRIS MEGERIAN, SEUNG MIN KIM and KARL RITTER (Associated Press)VILNIUS, Lithuania (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday blasted as “absurd” the absence of a timetable for his country’s membership in NATO, injecting harsh criticism into a gathering of the alliance’s leaders that was intended to showcase solidarity in the face of Russian aggression. The broadside from Zelenskyy could renew tensions at the summit shortly after it saw a burst of goodwill after Turkey agreed to advance Sweden’s bid to join NATO. Allies hope to resolve the seesawing negotiations and leave Vilnius with a clear path forward for the alliance and its support for Ukraine.Officials have drafted a proposal, which has not been publicly released, on Ukraine’s potential membership. U.S. President Joe Biden expressed support during a meeting with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, but Zelenskyy wrote on Twitter that he was not satisfied.“W...

Here are the Minnesota State Fair’s official new foods for 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

At last year’s State Fair, the line for a slice of pickle pizza stretched down the block.So this year, we’re getting — are you ready? — pickle fries, pickle lemonade, pickle cheese curd tacos, pickle paleta popsicles, mango punch-infused pickles and even pickle fudge.With 34 total entries, the 2023 list of official new Minnesota State Fair foods is smaller than last year’s, but both longtime institutions and new favorites like Union Hmong Kitchen have fresh options for us to dig into. The Fair also has seven exciting new vendors, including downtown favorite Afro Deli.So don’t worry — it’s not all pickles. There’s plenty of cheese curds, bacon, and mini donut innovations to go around. (Plus, lutefisk makes a cameo appearance.)*Indicates new vendor. All new vendors listed below.Official New FoodsAl Taco Baba (Courtesy of the Minnesota State Fair)1. Al Taco Baba: Traditional hummus, harissa, barbacoa, corn, queso fresco, chili dust, shatta (hot sauce...

Man accused of killing teen after MetroLink ride

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

PAGEDALE, Mo. -- A man is facing murder and robbery charges after a 19-year-old's body was found Friday on a sidewalk along St. Charles Rock Road. Kenneth Hall, 28, is accused of shooting and killing Jaylin Johnson near a MetroLink station.The Major Case Squad of St. Louis released images of 'persons of interest' in this crime Monday. They were asking for the public's help to find people Johnson was with on the night of his death.Investigators say that Hall was with a group of people riding westbound on a MetroLink train on July, 7. Johnson was on the same train. Surveillance video shows Hall and others pointing at Johnson. He was talking to two women in Hall's group. Accused killer’s case thrown out over one question at trial Hall, Johnson, and others got off of the train at the Rock Road station in Pagedale. Investigators say that Johnson was shot and killed near the MetroLink station. His belongings, including a cellphone and gun were stolen. The victim's pockets were turned in...

Boulder woman dies in 500-foot fall after free-solo climbing in Rocky Mountain National Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

A 26-year-old Boulder woman died after free-solo climbing on the Four Aces of Blitzen Ridge in Rocky Mountain National Park and falling about 500 feet, park officials said.Her 27-year-old climbing partner, who notified rangers via cell phone of her fall on Sunday, was uninjured and rescued using a Colorado Air National Guard helicopter and hoist.A park search and rescue team hiked to the area, above Ypsilon Lake, to assist with the recovery of the body, park officials announced in a news release. The woman wasn’t identified.The Blitzen ridge on Ypsilon Mountain is located on the east side of the park. Free-solo means climbing without a rope for protection.

Denver weather: Toasty 97-degree temps under mostly clear blue skies

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

The weather in metro Denver on Tuesday will be the warmest this year as the sun shines down under clear blue skies without significant precipitation, drying out trees, shrubs, and soil, according to the National Weather Service.Wind will blow across the state, gusting at speeds up to 21 miles per hour in Colorado Front Range cities, and faster high at high elevations in the mountains, weather service forecasters said.The high temperature in Denver will be 97 degrees, decreasing to 64 degrees at night, forecasters said. On Wednesday, the high temperature is expected to be 93 degrees.Around Colorado, temperatures on Tuesday widely were expected to exceed 95 degrees.Toasty temperatures this afternoon! Clear skies and breezy gusts up 25 mph in the higher elevations are expected. #COwx pic.twitter.com/xIpQp9hUsG— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) July 11, 2023The above-average heat, combined with likely wind, has raised fire risks in western Colorado forests. Weather service officials warn...

New restaurant downtown wants their “regulars” to feel at home in this hidden speakeasy

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

Dining at The Regular, a modern fine-dining restaurant that opened last week downtown, is like taking a seat at owners Sydney Younggreen and Brian De Souza’s own dinner table.Every detail throughout the 44-seat restaurant, located at 1432 Market St., has been carefully thought out: from the old school rock-n-roll music playing on the speakers to the quirky yet cozy furniture in the lounge; from the central fireplace that’s a nod to the one in their own home to the green touches in honor of Younggreen’s favorite color. They even built the bar with no name-brand spirits in order to push you outside of your comfort zone.Owners Sydney Younggreen and Brian De Souza met while working at a restaurant in New York City and have worked at Michelin-starred spots like Le Bernardin and Blue Hill. (Photo by Bird Tree Productions)“Every little thing that you see around – every fork, knife, every plate has been hand selected,” De Souza said. “It’s music that we listen to, not just what’s on t...

Authorities pursue allegedly stolen vehicle near Compton

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is pursuing an allegedly stolen Kia Soul near Compton Tuesday morning. Sky5 is overhead.

Pedestrian killed on 101 Freeway; several lanes closed through downtown Los Angeles

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:53:16 GMT

One person was killed and several lanes were closed in a crash on the 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles Tuesday morning.The incident was reported around 5 a.m. in the southbound lanes near North Los Angeles Street, according to the California Highway Patrol. A vehicle somehow struck and killed a pedestrian but no further details about the crash were immediately available. Three lanes were blocked on the southbound side of the freeway as a result of the collision. A SigAlert for the lane closures was issued shortly after the crash. There was no word on when the lanes would reopen.