Texans urged to prepare as flood threat grows
Texans are being urged to prepare for severe weather this week, including assembling emergency supply kits, reviewing family communication plans, and avoiding flooded roadways, as state officials have
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US launches attacks on Iran as Tehran retaliates against UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz and Bahrain
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Texans urged to prepare as flood threat grows
Texans are being urged to prepare for severe weather this week, including assembling emergency supply kits, reviewing family communication plans, and avoiding flooded roadways, as state officials have activated emergency response resources and flooding remains the state's most common natural disa...
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UT study finds the warm Gulf sea surface temperatures during the July 25 floods reduced rainfall totals.
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Lindsey Graham's sister to finish his Senate term
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APD shares new details in downtown Austin YMCA shooting
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Maine ICE shooting: Man who was killed was not the target of warrant, Sen. Angus King says
The motorist killed by ICE officers in a Maine shooting Monday was not the target of the warrant the officers were executing, Sen. Angus King said Homeland Security Secretary Mullin told him.
Double homicide outside Austin strip club could be 'gang-related,' affidavit says
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Keystone Pipeline hit with proposed massive multi-million dollar fine
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Man arrested, accused of killing roommate in south Austin, police say
Donald Pyle, 42, charged with murder for allegedly shooting and killing his roommate, according to Austin Police.
Cable company suspects copper thieves cut internet to some Georgetown residents
Some in Georgetown were without internet access Monday morning after fiber optic lines were cut, according to cable provider Optimum.
Gen Z breaks ultimate taboo by posting salaries online
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Federal task force created to target leaks to news media
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The next step for Arch Manning, Texas' QB room in 2026
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Austin restaurants could receive city incentives for paying workers a living wage
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Austin puts $1.2M more toward park and pool maintenance in proposed budget
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Man killed by ICE in Maine was 26-year-old Colombian national, advocates say
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Costco issues warning notice for plant due to invasive insect infestation concern
Costco informed shoppers who purchased desert willow plants between June 24 and July 3 that they may carry an invasive insect that threatens vineyards.
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Austin weather: Flash Flood Watch in effect for most of the week
It's not your typical summertime setup for the week ahead with a Flash Flood Watch in effect through Thursday night for much of Central Texas.