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Texas expands flood response as Abbott warns of more life-threatening rain
Gov. Greg Abbott said protecting lives remains the state’s top priority as life-threatening flooding continues.
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Cypress Kroger shooting: Suspect identified, person shot after domestic disturbance
Harris County officials have identified the suspect in the shooting at a Cypress Kroger store on Wednesday.
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Olivia Rodrigo to return to Austin City Limits for Season 52 taping
Three-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo will return to the Austin City Limits stage later this month for a special Season 52 taping....
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Austin city manager formally presents proposed $6.6B budget to City Council
Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax on Thursday formally presented his proposed $6.6 billion operating budget to the Austin City Council, saying the spending plan...
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Boil Water Notice issued in Blanco due to severe flooding along Guadalupe River
The City of Blanco is under a boil water notice after flooding along the Guadalupe River pushed excess sediment and debris into Canyon Lake, causing turbidity l...
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Flood-warning system gets real-world test in Hill Country rescue effort
In the middle of catastrophic flooding in the Hill Country, a flood-warning company says its system got a real-world test overnight, and may have helped save li...
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DNA links suspect to 1997 Amarillo cold case murder, but he died before arrest
The suspect in the1997 stabbing death of Gloria Ann Covingtondied before he could be prosecuted.Covington, 45, was stabbed to death on August 5, 1997. Her bod...
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Flooding cuts off Ingram wildlife rescue as owner works alone to save animals
Kerr County flooding hits Buck Wild Animal Rescue in Ingram again, worse than last year. Owner Katie Buck is stranded, wading through floodwaters to save animals as roads remain impassable....
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POLL: How prepared do you feel for severe weather?
Catastrophic flooding was reported early in the morning in Kerrville and other parts of Kerr County as a flash flood emergency was issued amid heavy rain and on...
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Gov. Abbott warns parts of Texas could see more rain than last year’s July floods
Gov. Greg Abbott warned Wednesday that parts of South and Central Texas could see more rainfall than last year’s devastating July Fourth floods as another round...
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Abbott says Texas is ready for potential record floods as heavy rain batters Central Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday that Texas is prepared for what could be record-breaking floods as heavy rain continues across Central Texas.
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How much money can 'Turn Around, Don't Drown' save you?
Another round of heavy rain is expected tonight, and experts are once again warning people not to drive through flooded roadways.
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Flooded low-water crossing closes key road, Kyle neighbors demand fix
Flooding at a low-water crossing near Bunton Creek Lane in Kyle shut down a key road Wednesday, cutting off one of only two ways in and out of a nearby neighbor...
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Lake Travis set to fill for first time in 7 years due to Hill Country floods
Lake Travis is rising rapidly Friday morning as heavy releases from Hill Country dams and continued inflow from the Llano and Pedernales rivers push water level...
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LCRA opens multiple floodgates at Wirtz and Starcke dams
The Lower Colorado River Authority opened multiple floodgates at Wirtz Dam and Starcke Dam Thursday night, releasing water from Lake LBJ and Lake Marble Falls.L...
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Two deaths reported in Texas Hill Country floods, Abbott confirms
During a media briefing Thursday afternoon, Gov. Greg Abbott says two deaths have been reported so far because of the flooding: a man in Comfort who was swept a...
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Pedernales River hits highest level since 1979, flash flood emergency in place
The river had climbed 20 feet in a single morning.
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All campers along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County are safe, sheriff's office says
Summer camps along the Guadalupe River are being closely watched Thursday morning as flash flooding impacts parts of Kerr County.The Kerr County Sheriff's Offic...
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Kerrville residents ordered to shelter in place amid catastrophic flood conditions
Catastrophic flooding was reported early in the morning in Kerrville and other parts of Kerr County as a flash flood emergency was issued amid heavy rain...
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2 killed as catastrophic Texas flooding forces hundreds of rescues
Rescuers aboard boats and helicopters have saved more than 200 people, including stranded drivers and people trapped in homes, Abbott said.
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Travis County commissioners oppose wastewater permit for proposed White Rocks development
Travis County commissioners oppose wastewater permit for proposed White Rocks developmentTravis County commissioners have formally opposed a wastewater permit a...
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Fredericksburg officials urge flood plans as Pedernales River levels expected to rise
Steady rain across the Texas Hill Country has officials in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County closely monitoring the Pedernales River and urging residents to b...
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California truck driver recounts dramatic Uvalde flood rescue
Floodwaters near Uvalde swept a California trucker’s 18-wheeler off the road, forcing him onto the cab roof as his rig drifted downstream. His viral video shows the chaos. Officials report 25+ rescues....
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Bastrop resident claims $1 million Powerball prize
A Bastrop resident has claimed a $1 million prize from the July 8 Powerball drawing, Texas Lottery officials announced.The winning Quick Pick ticket was purchas...
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Flooding closes roads in Uvalde County as more storms threaten South and Central Texas
Flooding across Uvalde County and parts of South Texas prompted road closures and swiftwater rescues as more storms were expected to move into the area.In downt...
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Status conference in Camp Mystic lawsuits canceled after move to federal court
A status conference scheduled for Wednesday in the Camp Mystic lawsuits will not go forward after attorneys for the camp's owners moved the case to federal cou...
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Austin proposes more flood mitigation funding as heavy rains threaten Central Texas
With heavy rain expected across parts of Central Texas this week and flooding top of mind, the city of Austin is proposing to put more money toward flood mitiga...
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Travis County, Austin issue disaster declarations ahead of flash flood threat
Travis County, Austin issue disaster declarations ahead of flash flood threatTravis County Judge Andy Brown and Austin Mayor Kirk Watson have issued local disas...
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Kitchen fire displaces residents at North Austin apartment complex
A kitchen fire displaced residents from five apartment units Tuesday night at a North Austin apartment complex, according to the Austin Fire Department.Fire cre...
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Flooding prompts 24 rescues in Uvalde as more rain expected
Emergency crews have rescued 24 people from floodwaters in Uvalde as heavy rain continues to impact the area, prompting officials to warn residents that conditi...
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MoPac South price tag climbs by more than $400M, raising toll questions
The price tag for the MoPac South project has gone up by more than $400 million, and the cost increase is already raising questions from people who use toll roa...
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Weather alerts you need ahead of potential flooding tonight
Heavy rains and potentially catastrophic flooding are headed for Central Texas and areas west of San Antonio tonight.
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EF-1 tornado crosses I-10 in San Antonio, damaging apartments and businesses
A tornado that touched down and crossed I-10 on the far north side of San Antonio Wednesday morning, leaving a path of destruction, has been classified as an EF...
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Flash flood warnings expand to Gillespie, Blanco, Hays counties
New flash flood warnings were issued Wednesday morning for Gillespie, Blanco and Hays counties, extending through 3:30 p.m., as repeated rounds of heavy rain hi...
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Round Rock prepares to unveil $360,000 Chihuly sculpture
A world-renowned artist's newest work is now hanging in downtown Round Rock.On Wednesday, the City of Round Rock will unveil the Ruby Sunstone Pineapple Chandel...
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Central Texas urged to prepare as heavy rainfall sits in forecast over next two days
With potentially 6 to 12 inches of rain in the forecast for parts of Central Texas and the Hill Country, local officials are urging residents to prepare now as...
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WATCH LIVE: High Risk issued as catastrophic flooding threatens South-Central Texas
High Risk excessive rainfall alert for South-Central Texas: torrential storms tonight into Wednesday could dump 10 to 20 inches on already flooded areas west of San Antonio, raising life-threatening flash flood danger....
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Cornyn, Ossoff introduce bill to bolster emergency alerts after deadly Camp Mystic flood
U.S. Sens. John Cornyn, R-Texas, and Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., introduced legislation Tuesday that would allow wireless emergency alerts to be delivered by satellite w...
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Gov. Abbott declares disaster in 59 Texas counties, including Central Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration Tuesday for 59 Texas counties, including Travis and several other Central Texas counties, as severe storms and fl...
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How suing Biden more than 100 times fueled Ken Paxton's rise and reshaped Texans' lives
In April 2024, the Biden administration cleared the way for more than 4 million low-wage workers to collect overtime pay. People earning less than $58,656 were...
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Texas activates rescue resources as storms raise flood concerns in Austin area
Storms moving through Central Texas this morning are raising concerns about heavy rain and flash flooding, prompting state agencies to stage emergency resources...
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Dangerous overnight storms could bring catastrophic flooding west of San Antonio
South Texas could be upgraded to the Weather Prediction Center’s rare High Risk for excessive rainfall as flash flooding worsens. Some areas already saw 10+ inches, with 10 to 20 more possible through midweek....
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Vice President JD Vance expected in Austin to record episode of Joe Rogan podcast
Vice President JD Vance arrived in Austin Tuesday morning to record an episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," according to CBS News and members of the secret se...
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A flesh-eating parasite is spreading in Texas, here's what to know
New World Screwworm is a parasitic fly that lays its eggs in the open wounds of living, warm-blooded animals...
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Austin firefighters search Shoal Creek after report of cries for help; no rescue needed
Austin Fire Department crews are clearing the scene along Shoal Creek Tuesday morning after a search turned up no one in need of rescue. Officials said a caller...
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Teen shot by former San Antonio Police officer arrested again on Northwest Side
Erik Cantu, the teen shot by a former San Antonio officer at a McDonald’s in 2022, was arrested again at a Northwest Side Gold’s Gym. Undercover officers say he tried to run and now faces an evading arrest charge....
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WATCH LIVE | Flood Watch through Thursday
There is the potential for life threatening flooding in the watch area,
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Inside the Austin Company Racing to Mass-Produce Nuclear Reactors for the AI Boom
An Austin startup believes it has found a way to build nuclear reactors faster, cheaper and at scale. Now, after reaching a major milestone on the Fourth of Jul...
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Flood fatigue: What do all these flood alerts mean?
What is warning fatigue, and how can it be prevented with flooding possible in Central Texas this week?
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New trails, bridges, and wetlands planned to improve runoff into Little Walnut Creek
As Central Texas continues to face flooding concerns, the City of Austin is moving forward with a project designed to better manage stormwater, improve water qu...
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"Say something": Mother asks for help getting justice after teen son killed in shooting
The mother of a teenager killed in a shooting over the Fourth of July weekend is asking for help getting justice as police continue searching for the person res...
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NYU transit expert questions high costs ahead of Austin Transit Partnership meeting
As the Austin Transit Partnership board prepares to meet this upcoming Wednesday, questions are being raised about the cost of a proposed contract tied to the A...
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Austin-Built Saronic Sea Drones used in combat for the first time in Iran
Three Corsair unmanned surface vessels participated in strikes on Iran's Bandar Abbas Naval Base on Sunday, according to CENTCOM.
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Second suspect surrenders in deadly NE Austin nightclub shooting
The second suspect wanted in connection with a double homicide outside a Northeast Austin nightclub has turned himself in, according to the Travis County Sherif...
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Man arrested, charged with murder in fatal shooting of roommate
Police have arrested a man in connection with the fatal shooting of his roommate in South Austin over the weekend, the Austin Police Department said.Donald Pyle...