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4th of July events happening in Central Texas
We're one week away from America's 250th birthday celebration across the United States of America.
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Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Republican-led Texas State Board of Education voted in favor of a major curriculum rewrite and a required reading list featuring Bible stories.
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Texas Comptroller candidate Sarah Eckhardt pledges sweeping review of state programs
State Senator and Democratic Texas Comptroller candidate Sarah Eckhardt says her priorities include reviewing Texas' spending to better serve Texans-- including school vouchers....
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Texas board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools
The Texas education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible passages, widening conse...
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Texas Democratic candidates look to rally base in Corpus Christi
A lot of eyes will be on State Rep. James Talarico, D - Austin, who is looking to become the first Texas Democrat to win a statewide seat in more than three decades....
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Texas Top 10 Most Wanted sex offender arrested in Marble Falls after tip
A Texas Most Wanted sex offender was arrested in Marble Falls after a tip led police to his location, officials said.
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Texas lake 'infested' with invasive species, officials say
An invasive species of shellfish has “infested" a lake near Amarillo, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
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APA! and Central Texas Food Bank give food away to hundreds of people and pets every few months
Austin Pets Alive! and the Central Texas Food Bank team up every few months to distribute free food to people and their pets in the community.
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Austin soccer coach accused of inappropriately touching child on team
A soccer coach of an Austin youth league was charged Thursday with indecency with a child by sexual contact—a second-degree felony.
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Don't get fired over a New York Knicks trash bin. Here's how to get one for free
This New York Knicks trash bin won't cost you your job.
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US's fertility rate has declined since 2007. It's even worse in these states
The nation's fertility rate has dropped by more than 20% since 2007.
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Jobs in Texas continue to hit new highs
In May, the state reached a new high at a total of 14,419,200 non-farm jobs, adding 17,800 new positions throughout the month, according to the Texas Workforce Commission....
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Massachusetts House passes bill protecting libraries from book bans
Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries.
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Nancy Guthrie: TMZ receives new email claiming to have video evidence of suspect
A person claiming to know the identity of Nancy Guthrie's abductors has contacted TMZ again. The message claims a secured phone holds videos, photos, names, and ages of the suspects....
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Ballet Austin's summer intensive draws dancers worldwide
More than 200 aspiring ballet dancers from across the United States and around the world are spending their summer in Austin, training up to 30 hours a week at Ballet Austin's Senior Summer Intensive as they pursue careers in professional dance....
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Caldwell County Constable's Office files multiple felony charges in illegal dumping case
A report of illegally dumped roofing shingles along a rural Caldwell County road has grown into an environmental crimes investigation, with multiple felony char...
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Colorado mom allegedly bought alcohol daily for 16-year-old daughter found dead with 173 empty bottles
A Colorado mother has been charged in connection with the death of her 16-year-old daughter, who prosecutors say drank herself to death and had 173 empty alcohol bottles hidden in her bedroom....
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Waxing kit recall expanded due to overheating concerns
The recall for a popular waxing kit has been expanded due to possible fire and risks after some have reported overheating.
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Delta to launch seasonal service from Austin to Fort Myers in November
Delta Air Lines has announced plans to launch a new seasonal nonstop route between Austin and Fort Myers, Florida, beginning in November.
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Texas on track to be hit by big batch of Saharan dust
A massive plume of dust from the Sahara Desert in Africa is bound for Texas.
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Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in Palisades Fire trial
A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire....
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'People are still scared': What's going on with Travis County's flood siren efforts?
One year after catastrophic floods claimed the lives of more than 130 people across Central Texas, much focus has been put on early warnings systems, and more specifically sirens....
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Ascension Seton cuts ribbon on new state-of-the-art Women's Hospital
Central Texas has a new state-of-the-art women's hospital.On Thursday, Ascension Seton held the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new Women's...
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Austin Pets Alive!, Central Texas Food Bank distribute food for people and pets
Hundreds of Austin-area residents drove up Friday morning to receive food for both their families and their pets, as Austin Pets Alive! and the Central Texas Fo...
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Texas Space Company Beats SpaceX to Moon: Firefly Aerospace
When most people think of the modern space race, one name dominates the conversation: SpaceX.But just outside Austin, a Cedar Park-based company is quietly maki...
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USDA: New World screwworm cases rise to 25 in Texas
Confirmed cases of New World screwworm rose overnight in Texas, marking one of the biggest jumps so far as state and federal officials ramp up efforts to contai...
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Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
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Gracie the Giraffe has been found
Gracie the Giraffe was found Friday morning after being missing for several days in the Hill Country.
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Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium up for sale in Nashville
Ryman Hospitality Properties is selling a 70% stake in a portfolio that includes the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium.
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Gracie the giraffe found 'fat and happy,' Real County Sheriff Johnson says
Gracie the giraffe has been found after days missing in the Hill Country, the Real County Sheriff’s Office said. She was located around 6:45 a.m. on a property near Regan Wells with help from aviation crews....
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More Buc-ee's locations announced in national expansion
Popular mega-gas station chain Buc-ee’s opened up their first location in Arizona this week, bringing their nationwide total to 56 locations across 13 states....
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APD asks for help finding suspect in Walgreens robbery in central Austin
Austin Police (APD) asked for help in locating a suspect connected to an aggravated robbery at a Walgreens on June 20.
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Federal immigration activity happening in Uhland, police confirm
Federal immigration enforcement activity is happening in Uhland, the city's police department confirmed on social media.The police department says that they are...
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SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too....
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Paramount postpones showings after flooding at State Theatre
Paramount Theatre said the State Theatre auditorium was temporarily closed and shows were postponed after a damaged water main resulted in minor flooding....
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Social Security July payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security July payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
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Austin ISD confirms major changes to bus routes: See how your student is impacted
Austin ISD is rolling out major transportation changes beginning in August as part of the district’s newly approved 2026–27 budget.
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Amy Adams helped save stabbing victim using skills from medical show, she says
“The more you struggle, the faster you’re going to bleed. Just lay down," she remembered telling the victim.
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A new bill calls for $25 minimum wage. Here's where that isn't 'sufficient'
While it's way more than the current federal minimum wage, data shows it may not be enough for some.
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Flu cases at Texas base hit 275 as services again require recruits to get shots
The number of flu cases at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas continues to rise in the wake of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s banishment of the influenza vaccine mandate for service members....
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Elon Musk ordered to give deposition in alleged 'vote buying' election scheme
A federal judge on Thursday ordered Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify under oath in two cases where he is accused of defrauding voters in swing states before the 2024 general election....
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Man saves dog from burning semi after enduring violent wreck in W. Virginia
A man saved a dog from a burning tractor trailer after the semi veered into his vehicle and caused a devastating crash.
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The weekend continues the heating trend
It's the heat that just keeps on giving as temperatures this weekend narrowly avoid triple-digits. - Freddy Vela
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Active Endangered Missing Alert issued for 15-year-old boy from Missouri City
Officials are looking for a 15-year-old boy with intellectual disabilities last seen on Thursday in Missouri City, a city southwest of Houston.Jase Newman was l...
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Weekend Guide: 5 Family-Friendly Things to Do Around Austin
Still looking for weekend plans? From bull riding and live theater to Ice Age creatures and free museum admission, there are plenty of ways to get out and explo...
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UT protests sparked a church kitchen that now feeds Austin through community care
In the kitchen at University Baptist Church, the work begins before anyone reaches the table.There are trays to fill, vegetables to chop, meals to pack and volu...
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Rollingwood debates installing city surveillance cameras
The city of Rollingwood is considering installing surveillance cameras on its streets. The city council is wary and citizens are split.
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Sark, Longhorns add quarterback recruit
Since 2021, Texas football has had a major quarterback recruit every year. From Maalik Murphy to Arch Manning and Dia Bell, the Longhorns have added some big names....
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Texas fugitive arrested in Oregon wilderness after multi-state manhunt
A Georgetown man wanted on child sexual assault charges was captured in Oregon after a multi-state search, authorities said.
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Autonomous drone delivery company expanding into Austin: How drone operations are regulated
Autonomous drone delivery company Zipline is preparing to expand its operations into Austin later this year.
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Brothers accused of mishandling dozens of decomposing bodies at Colorado funeral home
Former Pueblo County Coroner Brian Lee Cotter and his brother, Christopher Aaron Cotter, were arrested in Colorado and face 125 counts of abuse of a corpse, with a judge setting their bond at $1 million....
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USDA issues health alert for boneless chicken breast product sold at Kroger and Fred Meyer stores
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for raw honey Dijon boneless chicken breast products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens....
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When and where can I pop fireworks in Texas?
Before you stop at your local fireworks stand, you should be familiar with the laws surrounding fireworks.
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Travis County Judge reflects on anniversary of deadly flooding, county's response
Travis County Judge Andy Brown said the road to recovery continues, now nearly one year after the deadly floods that tore through Central Texas and the Hill Cou...
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Police seek suspect in machete-point robbery at Central Austin Walgreens
Austin police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of robbing a Walgreens at machete-point in Central Austin last weekend.
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After nearly three decades, Fun Spot America shuts down Georgia park
Fun Spot America announced Thursday that its Georgia theme park will permanently shut down later this summer.
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Another one: Texas claims 5th Directors' Cup in last 6 years
The Longhorns won the Learfield Directors' Cup, a recognition of the athletic department's overall dominance compared to other Division I schools. The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics made it official Thursday, awarding the trophy to Texas for the third c...
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LBJ Library displays rare National Archive documents for America's 250th anniversary
The LBJ Presidential Library is commemorating America's 250th anniversary with a traveling exhibit featuring rare documents from the National Archive vault....
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US Supreme Court sides with Trump in removing protections for Hatian and Syrian refugees
TPS was enacted in 1990 to allow individuals from foreign countries to temporarily live and work legally in the U.S. due to their countries experiencing extraordinary conditions....
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US Supreme Court sides with Trump in removing protections for Haitian and Syrian refugees
TPS was enacted in 1990 to allow individuals from foreign countries to temporarily live and work legally in the U.S. due to their countries experiencing extraordinary conditions....