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Fredericksburg Walmart reopens after ATF bomb squad clears threat
A Walmart store in Fredericksburg was cleared by an ATF bomb squad Wednesday morning after police received information about a possible threat in the area, acco...
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Why the power will be out in parts of downtown Austin beginning this Sunday
Some Austin Energy customers in downtown Austin should expect to temporarily lose power beginning Sunday evening.
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Ex-Texas Tech professor admits to running fentanyl ring, trading drugs for sex, documents say
Former Texas Tech assistant professor Daniel Taylor pleaded guilty to running a sophisticated fentanyl network that traded drugs for sex and caused eight overdoses....
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Amy's Ice Cream new location opening on Lamar Boulevard
In celebration of National Ice Cream Month, Amy's Ice Creams is opening a new neighborhood ice cream truck.
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San Marcos superintendent announces retirement after 10 years
San Marcos, Texas — SMCISD Superintendent Dr. Michael Cardona announced his decision to retire as Superintendent of San Marcos CISD at the end of September 2026...
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St. David's HealthCare to begin construction in Kyle
St. David’s HealthCare will begin construction on a full-service emergency center facility in Kyle, marking the first phase of a proposed plan to bring a hospital to the community....
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Last American polio survivor in an iron lung dies at 78
She lived more than 70 years at the mercy of the machine.
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Children found living in unsafe conditions at squalid Northeast Philadelphia home with dead animals
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to remove a video that included images that were not approved for sharing. We apologize for the error. PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) -- Authorities are investigating after two young children were discovered living in what investigators described...
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Nintendo to shut down 'Mario Kart' mobile game
Nintendo is preparing to launch a blue shell directly at one of its “Mario Kart” titles.
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APD arrests wanted gang member with 10 outstanding warrants in N Austin apartment
APD says they have arrested a wanted gang member with 10 outstanding warrants.The Austin Police Department says their South Metro Tactical Unit launched an inve...
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Man arrested after allegedly throwing Molotov cocktail at wheelchair user
A man has been arrested in Oklahoma City after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a man in a wheelchair outside Oklahoma City Police Department headquarters....
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Detectives search for people accused in multiple ATM thefts
Austin Police's Commercial Burglary Unit is asking for the public's help in identifying people accused of ATM thefts over the last several weeks.
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Major 2026 hurricane forecast updated: What it says about Texas
One of the most-watched hurricane forecasts has been updated for the remainder of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
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Texas French Bread reopens dining room four years after fire
Texas French Bread has officially reopened at the same site the bakery and bistro burned down four years ago.The bakery announced the reopening of their dining...
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Austin police seek suspects in string of ATM burglaries in June
Austin police are asking for the public's help identifying suspects wanted in connection with a series of ATM thefts at convenience stores across the city last...
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Kyle joins statewide emergency response network
The City of Kyle is taking steps to strengthen its emergency response capabilities by joining a statewide network designed to help communities respond to disasters and other major emergencies....
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Explosion reported after school employee hits firework with lawn mower
Police say an explosion reported early Tuesday morning was caused by a school employee in Missouri hitting a firework with a lawn mower.
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Texas band honors Camp Mystic flood victim with song 'Dear Eloise'
One year after the flooding that swept through Camp Mystic on the Guadalupe River, Nashville-based band Blackwater Draw released “Dear Eloise,” an original song written to honor 8-year-old Eloise “Lulu” Peck, one of 27 campers who died in the July 4, 2025, tragedy....
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Mystery of Leander's disappearing lake deepens after review of 4,000 records
Nearly a year after Lake Lakewood mysteriously dropped several feet, Leander officials say they still aren't satisfied with the explanation. After reviewing more than 4,000 records, city leaders are disputing key claims about the lake's historic water level and pushing for a solu...
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Charlie Kirk murder: Prosecutors say suspect Tyler Robinson's DNA found on key evidence
The Utah man charged in the shooting death of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is back in court for the third day of his week-long preliminary hearing as prosecutors continue presenting the evidence they have against Tyler Robinson, including DNA evidence....
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Oil prices jump after Trump's Iran comments: What it could mean for Texas gas prices
Oil prices surged Wednesday after President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran is over and said further negotiations are "a waste of time," raising n...
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'Unstable' building in Manhattan has concerning history of violations, records show
The building, which was being worked on by construction crews, was evacuated Tuesday after columns began to buckle, causing multiple floors to cave in....
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Over 600 drones seized by FBI during World Cup
Federal authorities have seized more than 600 drones for violating flight restrictions around World Cup games.
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US death rate at record low: CDC data
The U.S. death rate fell to a record low in 2025, according to provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released Thursday....
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Man fatally shot by ICE officer during Houston traffic stop
The Trump administration has faced criticism for its heavy-handed immigration enforcement tactics throughout President Trump’s second term.
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Trump reopens Greenland fight as NATO summit kicks off
Greenland and Denmark both quickly pushed back on the remarks Tuesday.
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Cruise ship docked in San Francisco hit by norovirus outbreak
A Princess Cruises cruise ship docked in San Francisco has seen an outbreak of norovirus, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC said that 102 out of the over 3,000 passengers onboard the Ruby Princess have been affected, along with 23 crewmembe...
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Texas Stock Exchange launches in Dallas, big implications for Austin start-ups
Texas is getting its first major new national stock exchange in decades, and finance experts say it could create new opportunities for Austin's tech companies a...
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Texas lawmakers prepare for another push to ban THC during legislative session
Major changes to the Texas THC industry could once again be on the table at the next legislative session.
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Former Travis County employees indicted after investigation into criminal activity
A Travis County grand jury has indicted three people, including two former county tax office employees, following an investigation into a vehicle registration scheme that operated directly out of the county billing system for more than three years....
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Austin neighborhood tests gunshot detection tech
The program launched in north Austin mid June, and La Cour said about 100 people have opted in so far.
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Andy Reid reveals advice Adam Sandler gave Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce at MSG wedding
Andy Reid was among reported 1,000 guests at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding on Friday.
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17-year-old cancer patient says belongings stolen from San Diego hospital room
A 17-year-old San Diego cancer patient says that her purse was stolen while she was in surgery at UC San Diego Health, and the suspect is believed to work at the hospital....
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Nestle tweaks products to appeal to GLP-1 users
People on GLP-1s not only eat less, but their taste profiles change.
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5th Circuit rules detained migrants have right to bond hearing
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit has ruled that people facing immigration detention have the right to due process protections and must be afforded a bond hearing within 90 days....
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Abbott directs investigation on Mission Regional Medical Center for alleged 'birth packages'
Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday directed the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to launch an investigation of the Mission Regional Medical Center
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San Marcos CISD Superintendent announces retirement after 10 years
San Marcos CISD Superintendent Dr. Michael Cardona announced his retirement after 10 years in the role to focus on his health and family.
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Pedestrian killed in crash on East Ben White Boulevard, ATCEMS says
An adult pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle on the westbound service road of East Ben White Boulevard, according to Austin-Travis County EMS....
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Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa proposes $1,500 refund for Texans
Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa is proposing $1,500 payments to Texans, saying the money should come from the state's multibillion-dollar surplus instead of remaining in reserve....
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Job hunters feeling more desperate than last year, data shows
This metric shows workers aren't turning down any jobs right now.
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Pflugerville FD leads multi-agency active attack training before back-to-school
The Pflugerville Fire Department (PFD) is leading a multi-agency active attack training to respond to evolving threats.
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Common gym supplement could help fight depression, new research suggests
Doctors are calling this gym supplement 'promising but not definitive' as a complement to depression care.
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Pedestrian struck and killed on East Ben White Boulevard in South Austin
An adult pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle Tuesday evening in South Austin, according to the Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services.ATCEMS...
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DEA seizes 66 pounds of meth and thousands of pills in North Texas drug raid
Three men face federal charges after a multi-month investigation in Abilene led to the seizure of firearms and dozens of pounds of meth, cocaine, and counterfeit pills....
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Austin Community College keeps tuition and mandatory fees flat for 13th year
Austin Community College is keeping tuition frozen for another year—even as many colleges across the country are raising costs.ACC's Board of Trustees approved...
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Dusty, gusty and bit wetter in the days ahead
After reaching 100° earlier this afternoon for the first time this year, we'll slowly but surely get "cooler" in the days ahead. -Meteorologist Kristen Currie...
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US launches new strikes on Iran, revokes oil sales permit after 3 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. military attacked Iran early Wednesday after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, part of an American effort that also revoked the Islamic Republic's ability to openly sell crude oil in the world market. Iran immed...
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ICE Houston shooting: Man killed by ICE officer near Canal Street, Wayside Drive
A man was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston on Tuesday morning, officials confirm.
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Bay Area restaurant goes viral for strict policy on misbehaving children
One Bay Area restaurant caused discourse online after a post went viral last week on the establishment's policy about fining parents when their children run around and are unruly....
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Taylor launches grants for downtown businesses amid growth
The city of Taylor is investing $500,000 into its downtown aimed at supporting local businesses, attracting new ones and preserving the downtown's history....
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Hotel Occupancy Tax collections for Austin Live Music Fund up 8% so far this fiscal year
Hotel Occupancy Taxes in Austin help fund cultural and tourism-related initiatives like the Austin Convention Center and music and arts grants, including the city's Live Music Fund....
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Hays County approves funding to explore regional water partnership
The proposed partnership would bring together Hays County, the cities of Wimberley and Woodcreek to coordinate regional water planning.
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Republican senators ready another attempt at banning THC next year
Texas senators examined the relationship between THC products, mental illness and homelessness during an interim hearing, with witnesses pointing to rising health care costs and increasing mental health emergencies as they prepare for the 2027 legislative session....
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Cyclosporiasis in Texas: What to know and what you can do
Texas is reporting dozens of cases of Cyclosporiasis, which is a disease caused by a parasite that can result in explosive diarrhea.
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20 aircraft owners owe nearly $2M in delinquent Travis County taxes
According to the Travis County Tax Office, 20 aircraft owners owe a combined $1.98 million in delinquent taxes.
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Travis County DA considers reducing capital murder charge for man accused of killing deputy
If convicted, a man accused of killing a law enforcement officer might have the chance to eventually get out of prison.
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Past and present teachers are charged with improving student outcomes in Texas
Governor Greg Abbott is launching a commission on education reform. The teacher-driven group is charged with finding ways to improve student outcomes. Governor...
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MAP: Where have wildfires burned in Central Texas in 2026?
KXAN is keeping track of wildfires this year. Our interactive map and database will be kept updated as new information becomes available.
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South Texas hospital under investigation by state for alleged 'birth tourism' scheme
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered an immediate investigation into a South Texas hospital over allegations that it illegally marketed "birth packages" to foreign nationals to profit from birth tourism....
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'We want to be prepared,' Travis County ESD 2 conducts active attack training
In preparation for the school year, Travis County Emergency Services District 2, also known as the Pflugerville Fire Department, conducted an active attack training on Tuesday, an exercise centered on sharpening response and skills during a high-stress situation....