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Trump says Walmart will lower some prices at his request: See which ones
President Donald Trump said on Monday that Walmart will lower prices on a slew of products at his administration's request.
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Body found on Gulf island during search for teen missing since July 4
Nolan Wells, 18, was last seen on Saturday.
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Austin received more than 700 fireworks complaints over Fourth of July weekend
More than 700 fireworks complaints were made to Austin 311 over the Fourth of July long weekend.
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North Austin shooting: APD identifies 18-year-old victim
Police are investigating a late-night shooting that left one man dead and another injured in north Austin, marking the city's 32nd homicide of the year....
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7-Eleven sues Nike over new Air Max 95s set for July 11 release
7-Eleven found something a little too familiar about the new orange, green, and red-striped Nike sneakers set to be released next week, and the convenience store chain is asking a federal court to do something about it....
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Impact of World Cup in Texas goes beyond the dollars and cents
As Texas hosts matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one sports economist says projections promising billions of dollars in economic benefits for Houston and the Dallas-Fort Worth area should be viewed with caution....
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Two found dead as deputies investigate double homicide at Travis County gentlemen's club
A fight in a crowded parking lot outside a Travis County gentlemen's club early Sunday escalated into a shooting that left a man and a woman dead, authorities said....
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Toyota to expand manufacturing in San Antonio
Toyota will expand its San Antonio manufacturing plant with a second assembly line, a $3.6 billion investment expected to create 2,000 jobs and double the facility's footprint....
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New World Screwworm cases rise to 32 as Texas battles outbreak
Federal and state officials have confirmed another New World screwworm case in Texas livestock, bringing the U.S. total to 32 infections as aggressive quarantine and containment efforts continue....
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New Austin program connects 35 to shelter, removes 303 tons of debris from homeless camps
The city's new homeless encampment management initiative connected dozens of people to shelter and services while removing hundreds of tons of debris from encam...
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Kerr Kriisa, former NCAA basketball star, arrested for alleged fraud scheme
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims. Here's what to know.
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Who qualifies for payment in $50M settlement over Disney and streaming prices?
The lawsuit blamed Disney for rising streaming costs for YouTube TV and DirecTV. The company has denied any wrongdoing.
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Fans fuming over change to classic Disneyland ride
Any change to a classic ride at Disneyland will have its critics. Even so, the backlash on social media to the park’s recent update to Pirates of the Caribbean has been extreme, and many fans are hoping to see the Anaheim theme park reverse course....
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DOGE officially shuts down
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which spearheaded job and funding cuts throughout the federal government, shut down operations on July 4. In a Saturday social media post, the department quoted former President Teddy Roosevelt, writing, "'Far and away the best pri...
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Man sentenced to 40 years for fatal 2022 hit-and-run crash
A Hays County judge sentenced a man to 40 years in prison in connection with a deadly hit-and-run in January 2022.
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$13 million settlement provides Walmart drivers fair compensation
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a settlement of over $13 million with Walmart to ensure the company provides its delivery drivers with fair compensation....
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Lake Geneva boat accident, 3 kids drowned after vessel capsized
After three children died in a boat accident on Geneva Lake, investigators have released new details about the victims and what happened on the water.
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Mustang Ridge Police K9 receives donated protective vest
K9 Maya, a police dog with the Mustang Ridge Police Department, has received a bullet-and-stab-protective vest through a donation from the nonprofit Vested Inte...
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Army veteran gifted payment-free vehicle through Transportation4Heroes program
A veteran who was wounded in combat in Iraq received a new, payment-free vehicle Monday during a ceremony at Group 1 Toyota North Austin.Christopher Lawrence, a...
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These are the most stressed-out cities in America, data shows
A new report is revealing the most stressed cities in America. See which cities ranked highest.
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How much daylight are we losing in Texas this month?
With the summer solstice in the rearview mirror, we are now losing about 20-30 seconds of daylight every day in Central Texas, adding up to 25 - 30 minutes of daylight lose at the end of the month....
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Burnet man sentenced to 20 years for online solicitation of a minor
A Burnet County jury sentenced a 36-year-old man to 20 years in prison after convicting him of online solicitation of a minor under 14. He must also register as a sex offender....
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Man sentenced 15 years in prison for 2023 homicide
A man was sentenced in May 2025 to 15 years in prison related to a 2023 homicide.
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Cyclosporiasis in Texas: List of foods linked to some outbreaks
A Cyclosporiasis outbreak across the U.S. continues, and Texas is among more than a dozen states reporting cases of the parasite that can cause explosive diarrhea....
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Vehicle erupts into heavy flames, deputies and firefighters respond
San Antonio is extending its low-income e-bike rebate program with $181K in added DOE funding. Applications open July 14 for 181 new $1,000 vouchers, awarded by September lottery, in English and Spanish....
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Trump confirms a helipad is being built on the White House lawn
Another project will be getting underway at the White House with President Trump confirming Monday that a helipad is being built on the south lawn.
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Enchanted Rock's Backcountry Area to open for day use
One of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area's newest expansions is planned to open to the public for day use on Tuesday, according to a Texas Parks and Wildlife press release....
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19 New Jersey deaths linked to extreme heat
Millions of people across the world have been experiencing an unusual and unbearable hot and humid summer as temperatures have impacted various regions since the start of 2026....
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4 years after Dobbs, TX abortion-rights advocates struggle to break through in Washington
**Headline shortened due to character constraints.WASHINGTON — On the fourth anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson decision, which overturned the constitutional r...
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Lauren Bennett, 'Party Rock Anthem' singer, dies
Singer Lauren Bennett, best known for her vocals on LMFAO's global hit "Party Rock Anthem," has died, her former band G.R.L. revealed.
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Report: More than $4.8M delivered in Williamson County flood recovery
One year after deadly flooding devastated parts of Williamson County, county officials said more than $4.8 million in recovery assistance has been delivered to flood victims through FEMA and local community programs....
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Cruz would get ‘100%’ of votes if nominated to Supreme Court, Trump says
President Donald Trump lauded Texas Sen. Ted Cruz during an Oval Office news conference Monday.
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Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division
Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.
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Austin firefighters mow lawn, clear debris after helping injured resident
When an Austin Fire Department crew showed up to help a South Austin resident who had taken a fall in the yard on Sunday, they didn't stop at first aid. They fi...
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Texas Stock Exchange begins test trades as part of staged rollout
Texas’ challenge to Wall Street has taken another step toward reality.
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Shots fired report on July 4 leads to 3 arrests, 7 firearms seized in Cedar Park
Three people are facing charges and seven firearms were seized after law enforcement in Cedar Park responded to a call about shots fired on July 4.
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$2.5 million awarded to 130 nonprofits across Central Texas
Austin Community Foundation announced in a press release it is awarding $2.5 million in grants to 130 nonprofits in Central Texas through the Forever Austin Fund....
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AUS Data Hub: Passenger totals, busiest months and new flights in 2026
We're keeping track of all the numbers in what is set to be another busy year at AUS. Follow along with our interactive charts.
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City of Taylor announces $500K investment in downtown revitalization
The city of Taylor is introducing four new grant programs to support Downtown businesses, attract new investment and preserve the area's historic character, cit...
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Austin visited 127 homeless camps in first month of enhanced clearing efforts
After the city of Austin ramped up its homeless camp clearing operations earlier this year, we now have the data back about what happened during the first month of that effort....
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How rising beef prices are hurting Texas BBQ restaurants
Beef prices have risen 13% over the past year, causing barbecue joints in Texas to raise prices, push other menu items, and in some cases, close.
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GALLERY: Powerful 80 mph winds leave widespread damage across Big Country
A powerful line of severe thunderstorms packing wind gusts up to 80 miles per hour tore across West-Central Texas on Sunday evening, toppling trees, damaging......
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Dinosaur Day Returns to Austin with Fossil Identifications, T. rex and Family Fun
Dinosaur lovers of all ages can travel back millions of years during Dinosaur Day at the Texas Science & Natural History Museum on Saturday, July 11.The family-...
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Austin music community celebrates Lavelle White's 97th birthday
Austin’s music community gathered at Antone’s to celebrate a music icon’s birthday.
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Police identify man killed in July 4 shooting at north Austin shopping center
One man is dead and another person is injured after a shooting late Saturday night in a north Austin shopping center that Austin police have previously identified as a persistent violent crime hotspot....
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SCOTUS won't block Texas from enforcing a law requiring age verification for app downloads
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to block Texas from enforcing a state law that requires apps stores to verify users' ages and obtain parental consent...
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Drying out overnight, hot Tuesday ahead
An isolated shower is possible at times overnight, primarily in the Hill Country. — Meteorologist Tommy House
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4 dead, including officer and suspect, in Ohio shooting: police
Multiple people were shot and killed Sunday in Rittman, Ohio, including a police officer who was responding to a report of gunshots.
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Legionnaires' cluster grows in New York City: Health Department
New York City health officials have confirmed a troubling trend has grown on the Upper East Side.
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Trump Account vs. 529: Which is more beneficial for children?
Financial experts say families shouldn't assume Trump Accounts as a replacement for a 529 college savings plan.
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Shampoo recalled over possible harmful bacteria, FDA says
Several lots of Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo are being recalled after officials detected bacterial contamination in the product, according to the Food and Drug Administration....
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Father dies trying to rescue child from MD house fire sparked by discarded fireworks, officials say
A Maryland father died Sunday night after going back into his burning home to search for his 10‑year‑old child after a fire, believed to have been sparked by discarded fireworks, swept through the residence, officials said....
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Idaho mom charged with murder after vaccines blamed in death of her twins
An Idaho mother who allegedly claimed her twins died after receiving three vaccines has been charged with murder in their deaths, officials said last week....
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Trump Accounts launched with NYSE, Nasdaq bell-ringing at White House
President Donald Trump opened U.S. financial markets and officially launched Trump Accounts on Monday, marking the first time the opening bell has been rung from the Oval Office....
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Cyclosporiasis in Michigan: List of foods linked to some outbreaks
As the cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan continues to grow, the state is sharing a list of known fruits and vegetables that have been linked to the parasite in previous cases....
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The US Treasury is holding approximately $29.7 billion in matured US Savings bonds- How to see if you have any
The U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.S. Savings bonds worth approximately $29.7 billion that have stopped earning interest. What you can do to see if you have unclaimed bonds....
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Former CDC chief medical officer says RFK Jr. caused ‘irreparable harm’
Dr. Debra Houry, the former chief medical officer at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), decried the direction of the agency under Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr....
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Plane hit by firework while landing at Chicago airport on Fourth of July
Delta Flight 1076 was struck by a firework near Chicago's Midway Airport on the Fourth of July, but landed safely without incident.
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Gut bacteria may influence estrogen-related cancers, review finds
The review suggests microbes may influence hormones that are linked to cancers such as breast and endometrial cancer.
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Could raising the payroll tax rate save Social Security?
With Social Security facing a funding shortfall, some lawmakers want to raise or eliminate the payroll tax cap to help avoid future benefit cuts.