US moves to eliminate long-time radiation safety principle for nuclear power
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is proposing to eliminate the requirement for nuclear plants to ensure radiation exposure is "as low as is reasonably achievable."
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Firecracker 4K in Cedar Park sets record participation
CEDAR PARK, Texas - The 2026 Racing Minds ATX Firecracker 4K kicked off July 4th morning at Lakeline Park in Cedar Park.The race sold out several days earlier,
FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino
SEATTLE (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star forward Folarin Balogun, whose red-card suspension was lifted in a decision that allows him to play in a World Cup match against Belgium on Monday. Balogun, the American leader with three goals in the tournament, rec...
Folarin Balogun's red card ban suspended, Ronaldo's last World Cup
Noah Gross, Blake Holland and Nabil Remadna broke down Folarin Balogun's controversial red card reversal by FIFA, plus Cristiano Ronaldo saying this World Cup will be his last.
14-year-old arrested after vehicle pursuit in Manor
A 14-year-old was arrested Saturday night following a vehicle pursuit.
Memorial honors Sandy Creek flood victims one year later
Attendees reflected on the tragedy and honored those who died when floodwaters surged through the Sandy Creek area of northwest Travis County one year ago.
How Angelo State University is training the future of air traffic controllers
In a nondescript building on Angelo State University's campus sits a simulator that is training future air traffic controllers to one day hold a job in a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) tower.
Bexar County investigating after woman discovers suspected murder-suicide
A man and a woman are dead in southwest Bexar County after an adult child discovered her parents' bodies Saturday night in what authorities are investigating as a suspected domestic violence murder-suicide.
Isolated showers and storms tonight, Hot Monday
The summer heat could produce a stray pop-up shower in the late afternoon, but the greater chance for rain comes overnight. — Meteorologist Tommy House
14-year-old arrested following Manor vehicle pursuit
A 14-year-old from Austin was arrested Saturday night following a vehicle pursuit involving the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Manor Police Departmen
Medicare now covering some GLP-1s for $50. Here's what to know
Popular — and expensive — GLP-1 weight loss drugs just got a lot cheaper for many older Americans.
AI can learn cancer detection from pigeons: study
The pigeons in the study even started recognizing other health problems they weren't trained on.
US moves to eliminate long-time radiation safety principle for nuclear power
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is proposing to eliminate the requirement for nuclear plants to ensure radiation exposure is "as low as is reasonably achievable."
US adds just 57K jobs in June, falling short of expectations
Economists expected the U.S. to add roughly 110,000 jobs and for the jobless rate to stay stable at 4.3 percent, according to consensus estimates.
Do men or women save more for retirement?
Men have higher 401(k) balances, but women save more of their pay at comparable income levels, new research shows.
Trump announces next DC site he's planning to renovate
President Trump says he plans to begin work on East Potomac Golf Links, one of three public courses in Washington, D.C., despite opposition from local preservationist groups.
Luke Harrison, Anthony Pack Jr. selected to USA Collegiate National Team
Luke Harrison and Anthony Pack Jr. became the ninth pair of Longhorns to make USA Baseball's Collegiate National Team in the same year.
Expert provides insight on youth summer body messaging
As families are spending more and more time by the pool and beach this summer. Some kids are also being inundated with "summer body" messaging through social media.
Former Texas Congressman Bill Archer passes away at 98
Former U.S. Rep. Bill Archer, a staunch conservative who represented the Houston area in Congress for three decades and chaired the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, has died. He was 98.
WCRAS Leashing Hope program's largest class of shelter dogs rings in success
The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter recently celebrated the fifth graduating class from its Leashing Hope program, which pairs shelter dogs with Bartlett Innovation Unit inmates for training and enrichment.
Reports: USA striker Folarin Balogun's suspension lifted, available to play against Belgium in Round of 16
USA men's national team striker Folarin Balogun's one-game World Cup red card suspension has reportedly been lifted.
Missouri mother of 5 killed while buying slushies with children, police say
A Missouri mother of five was fatally shot while buying slushies with two of her young children after gunfire erupted outside a BP gas station.
1 dead, 5 wounded including 2 kids in San Antonio apartment complex shooting
A late-night shooting involving an exchange of gunfire near a San Antonio apartment complex left one person dead and five others injured Saturday, including two children under the age of 12, police said.
Super Typhoon Bavi closes in on Guam, Northern Mariana Islands
Super Typhoon Bavi strengthens on approach to Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands as catastrophic damage is expected in its path.
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.
Women more often hired after losing weight on GLP-1s: Study
A recent study shows women who are on GLP-1s weren't just losing weight but also increasing their chances of getting hired at a new job.
Man killed, another injured in late-night shooting outside North Austin business
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.
ChatGPT bot made man's mental health worse, not better: lawsuit
"[ChatGPT's] architecture preys upon those with mental health disabilities," the man said in a statement.
USPS unveils Declaration of Independence stamp for America 250
Unlike previous stamps honoring the nation’s birthday, the design does not depict the document itself, any of the Founding Fathers or significant landmarks, instead opting for a more minimalist tribute.
FBI says some Nancy Guthrie ransom notes 'may potentially be legitimate'
“The case continues to be investigated as a kidnapping for ransom case,” the FBI's Phoenix office said Wednesday.
Austin area bracing for summer heat before weak boundary brings overnight rain chances
Central Texans wrapping up the July Fourth holiday weekend should prepare for another sticky, sweltering day Sunday before a weak weather boundary brings a chance of overnight storms and afternoon rain to start the workweek.
TCSO investigating double homicide outside of northeast Austin strip club
The Travis County Sheriff's Office said it was investigating a double homicide that occurred outside of a strip club in northeast Austin overnight.
Man and woman dead after shooting in NE Austin nightclub parking lot
Two people are dead after a shooting early Sunday in the parking lot of a Northeast Austin nightclub, according to the Travis County Sheriff's Office.Deputies r
Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates America's 'joyous' 250th anniversary
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump mixed partisan politics with patriotic appeals on Saturday as he commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence, a moment he declared “one of the most joyous and glorious milestones of all time.” Speaking in Washington after storms prompted a ...
1 dead, 1 hurt in north Austin bar shooting
One person is dead and another is hurt after a shooting at a north Austin bar just before midnight on July 4, according to Austin Police (APD). The shooting occurred near the intersection of East Braker Lane and North Interstate Highway 35.
One dead, one injured in shooting in parking lot outside of Northeast Austin bar
One man is dead and another is in stable condition after a shooting late Saturday outside of a bar in Northeast Austin.Officers responded to the parking lot of
Iranian-Americans rally at Texas Capitol for "Free Iran" on Fourth of July
Iranian-American demonstrators gathered at the Texas Capitol on Saturday as part of a global week of action calling for a free Iran.Organizers said the demonstr
East Side shootout leaves one dead, five wounded, including two children
San Antonio police are probing a late-night incident at Phillis Wheatley Park on the East Side after reports of multiple casualties. Heavy police and fire response flooded the area near Lamar and N Gevers.
Austin's Star Spangled Fest wraps up with fireworks, symphony performance
Austin's 4th of July celebration came to a close Saturday night after hours of festivities at Auditorium Shores.The Star Spangled Fest began at 10 a.m. with a h
Fireworks spark multiple grass fires across Travis, Caldwell, Hays Counties
Multiple grass fires broke out Saturday night across parts of Central Texas, sparked by fireworks activity, according to Travis County Fire Rescue.The departmen
Texas launches upgraded WIC cards with real-time benefit tracking through new app
Texas WIC recipients can now use upgraded EBT cards and the updated myWIC app to track benefits in real time, receive remote updates and access new security features.