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NFL Draft 2023: Why were the Jonas Brothers there?

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (WDAF) — The Jonas Brothers broke the news Monday that they planned to appear at the 2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City — but some NFL fans may be wondering just what the former Disney stars were doing there.Turns out, "the Jo Bros" picked the event to drop their new single "Celebrate," in addition to "celebrating" players who were drafted. 2023 NFL Draft: Why do fans boo NFL commissioner Roger Goodell? The Grammy-winning group joined host Rece Davis, along with "College GameDay" analysts Kirk Herbstreit and Desmond Howard."Congrats to all of the players at the @nfldraft tonight!" the band wrote on Instagram.The new Jonas Brothers record, simply called "The Album," will be available next month.Kevin, Nick and Joe Jonas just wrapped five shows at the Marquis Theatre on Broadway last month. Each night focused on a different Jonas album, including “Jonas Brothers,” “A Little Bit Longer,” “Lines, Vines and Trying Times,” and “Happiness Begins.” Three other concerts will f...

Storms continue in our eastern counties

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Strong to severe storms are moving through the area this evening, set to clear out by 9 p.m. TRACK STORMS: Live Radar We have received reports of ping pong size hail in Jollyville and Granger with more numerous reports of quarter sized hail scattered throughout Central Texas. If you can safely report damage at your property, send us a picture or video to [email protected] Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 9 p.m. for the potential of baseball size or larger hail, hurricane-force wind gusts (74+ mph) and an isolated tornado.Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effectMake sure you download the KXAN Weather App and enable your location to receive severe weather alerts for your area.This quick-moving line of strong to severe storms will clear our area before midnight with only a few spotty showers leftover early Saturday morning. Dry, windy weather returns Saturday then temperatures warm on Sunday.FIRST WARNING WEATHER: Stay up to date with your Central Texas fore...

LIVE BLOG: Severe Thunderstorm Warnings continue east of Austin

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Severe storms are moving across Central Texas. The main concerns tonight are large hail and damaging winds. Isolated tornadoes are also possible.The Storm Prediction Center has placed most of the KXAN viewing area in a 3 out of 5 threat for severe storms, as another potent low-pressure system dives into the state.Current Watches and WarningsSevere Thunderstorm Warning for Bastrop, Fayette, and Lee counties until 7:15 p.m. Quarter size hail, 60 mph wind gusts possible.Flood Advisory for Milam County until 8:30 p.m. Minor flooding is possible in low-lying and poor drainage areas.Flood Advisory for Blanco, Burnet, Hays, Llano, Travis and Williamson counties until 8:45 p.m. Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas possible.Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Bastrop, Caldwell, Fayette and Lee counties until 9 p.m. KXAN First Warning Weather forecast Weather ResourcesHow to talk to your kids about severe weatherWatches vs Warnings: Understanding how a storm is made...

Maternal mortality bill passes Texas House, moves to Senate for consideration

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- House Bill 663, which would create a statewide maternal health data registry, passed in the Texas House of Representatives on Friday.Rep. Shawn Thierry, D-Houston, authored the bill and filed it on Nov. 14, 2022. KXAN Investigates: Mothers Erased Thierry, along with a group of Texas lawmakers, sought answers from the Texas Department of State Health Services after the delayed release of the 2022 Texas Maternal Mortality Report.“As most are aware, maternal mortality and morbidity rates in Texas have been a growing concern for years now, yet many are unaware that the backlog of compiling maternal health records  is a significant obstacle in addressing this issue," said Thierry Friday in a statement to KXAN, "A lack of timely, accurate, maternal mortality data hinders our ability to identify trends, and implement effective interventions, so I am pleased that HB663 is one step closer to correcting this crisis." KXAN Investigates: Mothers Erased You can read the...

Three officers hurt, one shot in St. Louis

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Three officers are hurt and one was shot Friday afternoon in St. Louis, just a little north of Forest Park. The shooting happened outside an apartment complex in the Skinker-Debaliviere neighborhood. This situation unfolded just before 4:30 p.m. Friday in the 5700 block of Kingsbury Place. Trending -- Students and teacher rally around fired Webster Groves teacher FOX 2 has learned that several officers responded to a CIT call for mental health assistance outside an apartment complex. Robert Tracy, Chief of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department says, the subject was not compliant with his medication. Officers had engaged with the subject for more than 30 minutes before requesting EMS assistance to evaluate the subject. After that, the subject fired a handgun concealed in his hoodie and struck one officer in the shoulder. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News ...

Police ID body found in woods by mushroom hunter

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

PEVELY, Mo. - The remains of a woman found in the woods were identified on Friday.Chief Mark Glenn of the Pevely Police Department said the victim is identified as 64-year-old Joan Giudicy. Glenn said the death is being considered suspicious.A mushroom hunter had discovered the body in a remote wooded area on Sunday night.This is the second time a Missouri mushroom hunter has found remains over the past week. The first one happened in northern Missouri.The investigation is still ongoing.If anyone has any information about the investigation, contact the Pevely Police Department at 636-475-5301.

Moneywise names Colorado 4th most difficult state for first-time homebuyers

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

Navigating Colorado’s real estate market can be challenging for first-time homebuyers.According to new research by Moneywise, Colorado ranks fourth on its list of most difficult states for first-time homebuyers — the others in the top 5: Hawaii, California, Washington, and Massachusetts.The National Association of Realtors estimates the average buyer makes a 13% downpayment. Based on Colorado’s median home price of $560,000, that means a $73,000 downpayment.But even finding houses in that price range is challenging.According to the April report from the Denver Metro Association of Realtors, inventory in the Denver metro’s “classic market,” defined as properties that sold for between $300,000 to $500,000, remains tight.In March, metro Denver saw 331 fewer residential listings in that price range vs. March 2022, a 21 percent decline.“With demand continuing to be strong, the result becomes another classic supply versus demand tug of war,” says ...

Another former Denver mayoral candidate has endorsed Kelly Brough in the runoff

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

Kelly Brough has gained the support of another former rival as she continues her campaign for the Denver mayor’s office.State Sen. Chris Hansen endorsed Brough on Friday in the mayoral runoff race against Mike Johnston.Brough and Hansen appeared side by side on the steps of the Colorado Capitol, where they not only announced his support for her campaign but also celebrated Gov. Jared Polis signing a handful of gun control bills earlier in the day, making progress on a major Democratic priority in the legislature this year. Gun control advocacy organization Colorado Ceasefire is also supporting Brough.Hansen’s reasoning for backing Brough echoes her core pitch to voters: She is a veteran of past Denver administrations who can take on the job of leading the city with no learning curve.“I endorsed Kelly Brough to be Denver’s next mayor for a variety of reasons. One, she’s a proven executive. She knows how to get things done,” Hansen said. “Sec...

Rockies’ German Marquez might miss six weeks with elbow injury

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

German Marquez’s season is on indefinite hold with a chance the right-hander’s season could be over.On Friday the Rockies’ opening-day starter was placed on the 15-day injured list for the second time this season. Marquez said that he anticipates being out for about six weeks after Thursday’s MRI revealed inflammation in his right elbow.“I want to be 100% healthy before I pitch (again),” he said.Right-hander Connor Seabold was called up from Triple-A Albuquerque to take Marquez’s roster spot and provide bullpen depth. Right-hander Antonio Senzatela, who will make a second rehab Triple-A rehab start on Sunday, could rejoin the rotation next weekend when the Rockies are in New York to face the Mets. Senzatela is returning from left knee surgery to repair a torn ACL suffered last August.Marquez will undergo another MRI and other tests on Monday. Marquez admitted that he’s concerned that he might need Tommy John surgery to repair the elbow...

LIVE: Crews rescuing horses trapped in Palos Verdes

Published Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:27:53 GMT

Crews are working to rescue two horses trapped under heavy brush in Palos Verdes on Friday.The horses are stuck in a ravine near the 27100 block of Sunnyridge Road, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.Firefighters received calls about the trapped horses around 2:41 p.m. Video from Sky5 shows two people monitoring a brown and a black horse standing together with their heads buried under brush as they await further help.The horses are located about 75 feet down a ridgeline with track homes nearby. It’s unknown how the horses became trapped in the first place, officials said.Crews working to rescue two horses trapped under heavy brush in Palos Verdes on April 28, 2023. (KTLA)Crews working to rescue two horses trapped under heavy brush in Palos Verdes on April 28, 2023. (KTLA)Crews working to rescue two horses trapped under heavy brush in Palos Verdes on April 28, 2023. (KTLA)Crews working to rescue two horses trapped under heavy brush in Palos Verdes on April 28, 2...