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Ready, aim, spit: Watermelon Thump returns to Luling
Since 1954, it's been a way to celebrate the area's agricultural roots and community spirit.
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Palisades Fire verdict: Jury deadlocked; Florida man charged with starting historic California fire
A Los Angeles jury has announced it is deadlocked 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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UT Robotics team heads to Korea for soccer tournament
Robots standing less than 4 feet tall will be playing 3-on-3 soccer on their own. From running, kicking, falling and getting back up, there will be no human intervention....
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Digital Avatars, Ref Cams and AI: World Cup Tech Takes Center Stage
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is not just a global sports spectacle — it is also a massive showcase of cutting-edge technology.
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One year after the floods: Inside Austin's Agenda explores the aftermath in Travis County
On Thursday's episode of Inside Austin's Agenda, host Grace Reader explores the aftermath of devastating flash floods that claimed the lives of more than 130 people across Central Texas nearly one year ago....
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Police seek man accused of robbing, punching victim unconscious on 6th Street
Austin police are asking for the public's help identifying a suspect who robbed and assaulted a person outside a downtown bar last month, leaving the victim unc...
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Here's how often AI ‘doctors’ get things wrong, according to human experts
A new study reveals how AI is changing the game for online medical advice, but researchers urge caution before you self-diagnose.
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Safety remains top priority at Lost Pines Scout Reservation
Following last year's deadly July 4th weekend flooding, Texas lawmakers put a focus on improving camp safety across the state.
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Texas screwworm cases rise to 20 as officials expand infested zone to 3 counties
The number of confirmed New World screwworm cases in Texas rose to 20 overnight, with the latest detection confirmed in Medina County.State officials have creat...
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The calls from the Kerr County Floods: What 911 calls reveal one year later
This week on Inside the Investigation, Investigative Reporter Grace Reader explains what she heard on the 911 call recordings obtained by KXAN, including the very first of the nearly 200 calls received by Travis County dispatch during the flood event. For many callers, these reco...
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Stolen vehicle recovered within minutes of report: police
The Round Rock Police Department says it recovered a stolen vehicle within minutes of receiving the report with the help of license plate readers.
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Four Longhorns named to D1Baseball.com All-American team
Dylan Volantis, Sam Cozart, Carson Tinney and Aiden Robbins became the latest Longhorns to earn All-American honors from D1Baseball.com.
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Jane Doe found in Mississippi River identified more than 50 years later
Iowa authorities have identified a teenage girl whose body was found in the Mississippi River more than 50 years ago, solving the state's longest-unidentified "Jane Doe" case....
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How many professional sports teams are in Austin?
With all the buzz around bringing more professional sports teams to the metro area, it's worth considering how many are already here.
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APD asks for help finding man connected to robbery outside East 6th night club
Austin Police on Thursday asked for the community's help in locating a suspect connected to a robbery that occurred outside of Mala Fama on May 26.
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Texas lands California offensive lineman for 2027 recruiting class
Lucas Rhoa, a 3-star left tackle from Orange Lutheran in Orange, California, gave a verbal commitment to the Longhorns following his June 19 official visit to campus. Rhoa chose Texas over Penn State, UCLA and Oregon....
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Buda to break ground on $13.9M Garison Park with creek access
Buda will begin construction this summer on Garison Memorial Park, a $13.9M project featuring trails, a swimming hole and access to Onion Creek.
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Austin Weekend: Annie, Bach Fest, Watermelon Thump & More
This weekend in Austin brings a variety of events including Annie at Zach Theatre, Texas Bach Fest, Watermelon Thump, Pease Park Pride Picnic, and concerts by Ariana Grande and Hilary Duff....
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St. David’s South reports ‘pest activity’
St. David's South Austin Medical Center closed "certain areas of the hospital, including the kitchen" because of pests, the hospital told KXAN in a statement....
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Police: Texas woman shot, stabbed, and dismembered partner before dumping remains
A 31-year-old woman has confessed to violently killing and dismembering a man with whom she lived, following an anonymous tip that led detectives to a Texas landfill, police said Thursday....
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Survey shows gas-price pain rising even as economic confidence stabilizes
Rising gas prices are dealing a major hit to household budgets, with most Americans admitting that high gas prices are severely squeezing their finances, according to a new poll....
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Man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for fentanyl death
An Austin man was sentenced on June 24 in connection with fentanyl distribution that resulted in the death of a 24-year-old.
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Fentanyl death: Austin man sentenced to 20 years in prison
An Austin man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for distribution of fentanyl resulting in death.
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TSA finds hidden smoke grenades at Indianapolis airport
TSA officers at Indianapolis International Airport recently intercepted two live smoke grenades hidden inside a traveler's checked luggage.
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David Clayton-Thomas, lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies
David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears who was known for hits including “Spinning Wheel" and “And When I Die," has died at 84.
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U.S. Marshals arrest wanted Georgetown man after manhunt leads officials to Oregon
U.S. Marshalls arrested a Georgetown man after a manhunt led officials to Oregon.Kenneth Wayne Leatherwood, 41, was wanted for failing to appear on an indictmen...
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KXAN Exclusive: View atop the future I-35 elevated lanes in south Austin
Starting Friday, June 26, the Texas Department of Transportation will close the main lanes of northbound Interstate 35 in south Austin at 11 p.m. until Saturday, June 27, at 9 a.m. in preparation for work on the I-35 Capital Express South Project....
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Texas fugitive captured in remote Oregon wilderness
A Georgetown man wanted in Bastrop for continuous sexual assault of two children has been captured in Oregon.
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Texas education board to vote on social studies standards rewrite
Texas education leaders are nearing a final decision that could reshape what students across the state learn in social studies.The Texas State Board of Educatio...
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A record 25 million adults under 35 are living with their parents
More Americans under 35 are living with their parents, but it's not because they don't have jobs.
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Judge blocks Trump administration from voting proof of citizenship implementation
A federal judge on Wednesday permanently blocked the Trump administration’s executive order requiring proof of citizenship to vote, ruling in favor of 19 states that filed the lawsuit....
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Astronomers find fluffy, Jupiter-sized planets less dense than cotton candy
“These two planets have densities comparable to a nice blob of shaving foam, fresh from the can,” Dr. George Dransfield said.
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Neymar makes World Cup debut for Brazil in first appearance since 2023
Neymar has finally played in this World Cup for Brazil, back in time for the knockout rounds.
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Heat dome to bring parts of Texas first 100-degree day of the year
A heat dome that is building across the southern U.S. this weekend will push temperatures into the triple digits for much of Texas.
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CBS-Telemundo Austin to host 13th annual backpack giveaway at Circuit of the Americas
CBS Austin and Telemundo Austin will host its 13th annual Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, July 25, distributing free backpacks and school supplies to students an...
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Austin ‘serial killer’ serving life sentence charged with child porn possession
A 65-year-old man convicted of three central Texas murders from 1982, 2019 and 2023, now faces child pornography charges, according to court documents obtained by KXAN....
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Alex Murdaugh cites unknown male DNA in bid for new testing
Alex Murdaugh's defense team filed a series of motions seeking independent DNA testing, a change of venue and expanded access to case materials as the convicted South Carolina attorney continues to challenge his murder case....
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Central Texas families invited to free 30‑minute swim safety lesson
Grab your sunscreen and swimsuits, the "World's Largest Swimming Lesson" kicks off Thursday across Central Texas.
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Kyle man sentenced following series of armed robberies in Austin
A Kyle man was sentenced to serve 24 years in prison on three charges related to multiple armed robberies committed in 2025.
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Kyle man sentenced to 24 years in prison for 2025 armed robberies in Austin
A man from Kyle was sentenced in an Austin federal court to 24 years in prison for a series of armed robberies he committed in 2025.Court documents reveal that...
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Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrict...
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Austin armed robberies: 24 year jail sentence for Kyle man
A Kyle man has been sentenced to 24 years in jail for three charges related to multiple armed robberies in Austin in 2025.
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Pentagon restores mandatory flu shots for all recruits as boot camp outbreak sickens nearly 300
The Pentagon said Wednesday that boot camps for all the military services are once again requiring the flu vaccination for all recruits after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the shot optional for the military at the end of April....
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Christian school pays $10K to student suspended for coming out as gay
A Tennessee Christian school agreed to pay a former student $10,000 to settle a legal battle after she sued the school for barring her from graduation and suspending her after she came out as gay on social media....
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Axiom Space establishes Texas as legal headquarters, Gov. Abbott announces
Axiom Space has redomiciled the company's legal headquarter's in Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Tuesday.
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U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands
Federal and state officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 20, with all but one located in Texas....
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New local restaurant on South Congress to preserve longstanding home
The Bergen-Todd House, built in 1877 and located on South Congress Avenue, is being preserved and turned into a restaurant by Matthew Moreno and Dustin Minium, co-founders of Connie's bar and café....
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Germany vs Ecuador preview: Ecuador’s World Cup survival on the line in NYC, NJ
Germany faces Ecuador at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with major stakes for Ecuador and a local connection for fans across New York and New Jersey....
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Mustang Ridge PD looking for suspect accused of stealing UTV from construction site
Police in Mustang Ridge are looking for a suspect accused of stealing a utility task vehicle (UTV) from a construction site.Officials say they have had three ca...
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Family of man killed by falling tree at Green Mesquite BBQ sues, alleging gross negligence
The family of a man killed by a falling tree at an Austin barbecue restaurant has filed a lawsuit against the restaurant and the property owners, alleging the t...
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Powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela, collapsing buildings in Caracas
A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shook Venezuela on Wednesday evening, seconds before a 7.5-magnitude quake hit, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)....
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Summer heat not letting up with temps rising
A few clouds in the morning and hot in the afternoon with temperatures in the mid to upper 90s. - Freddy Vela
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Two killed in wrong-way rollover crash at I-35 and I-37 interchange
SAN ANTONIO - Two people are dead after a rollover crash downtown. The crash happened around 2:30 a.m. Thursday at the Interstate 35 a
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Student News Now: Trees replanted after flooding; Schools consider Bible excerpts; Millions of bees escape in Texas
In this week's episode of Student News Now on KXAN+, groups are planting trees and other plants along rivers and creeks that saw major flooding last July....
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Historic Texas Tall Ship sails to New York to celebrate America's 250th Birthday
A piece of Texas history is on the move.The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA, the Official Tall Ship of Texas, is currently making its way along the East Coast as part of...
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A Warm Winter Shrunk Fredericksburg's Peach Crop. Here's the Good News.
Peach season has arrived in the Texas Hill Country, and while growers say this year's crop is smaller than average, they remain optimistic about the season and...
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Annelise Camp update: Texas AG says Louisiana hospital accepting transfer from Houston
According to a statement on Facebook by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a hospital in Louisiana has accepted her transfer to receive continued care and specialized treatment....
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Hundreds gather to remember Pease Park troll as Austin fire investigation continues
Hundreds of Austinites gathered at Pease Park this evening to remember Malin, the beloved Pease Park troll sculpture that burned down last month, as investigato...
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Welfare check leads to 5th homicide in two weeks, 70-year-old found dead with ‘obvious trauma’
Austin police tell KXAN a friend of the victim hadn't heard from him in a week, came over, went inside, and found the white man in his 70s dead.
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Thick layer of Saharan dust just days away
The effects of the incoming Saharan dust have already reached Austin, with more to come.