Millions in Texas face serious dayslong flash flooding threat
Millions across Texas face the risk of flash flooding this week.
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DOE approves $3.26B in federal funding for Texas electric grid improvements
The Texas energy grid will get some major upgrades in West Texas to better ready the grid for data centers and oil and natural gas development after the approval of a U.S. Department of Energy loan....
Minnesota officials say they've obtained body camera footage, other evidence from Good, Pretti shootings
Minnesota officials said Monday that they obtained body camera footage and other evidence from the federal government for the shootings of Alex Pretti and Renee Good....
Will Ferrell worked at Disneyland. Here's why he quit after a day
Before Will Ferrell became the Will Ferrell we know today, he, too, was a young person working so-called "fun, dumb jobs" that preceded his career.
The foods most likely to carry diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora (and which are safe)
If you're unlucky enough to ingest a contaminated food, you may get stuck with weeks of watery diarrhea as well as "frequent and sometimes explosive bowel movements," according to the CDC....
United Airlines is replacing some of its middle seats with this new amenity
United says the new seating arrangement allows “extra elbow room” for travelers in the window or aisle seats.
Mysterious puzzle on California building finally solved
After three years of playing on repeat, the code has been finally cracked.
$1.14B in Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots up for grabs: Can you increase your odds of winning both?
Two of the largest lottery jackpots of the year are brewing.
Inflation fell in June after short-lived Iran deal brought energy prices down
Inflation fell in June after a deal between the U.S. and Iran, which has since fallen apart, brought a temporary decline in energy prices.
Pacific explodes with activity as Atlantic stays quiet | Tracking the Tropics
Could tropical mischief be brewing in the Gulf? On this edition of Tracking the Tropics, our team takes a look at what the models are saying. Watch live here at 12:30 p.m. ET....
New Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment projections released for 2027 adjustment
The actual adjustment won't be announced until later this year, but projections suggest seniors could see a modest bump.
Austin weather: Flood Watch in effect through Thursday
A Flood Watch remains in effect for parts of the Hill Country, I-35 corridor, southern Edwards Plateau, and Rio Grande Plains from now through Thursday evening....
ICE plans to temporarily limit traffic stops following fatal shootings: reports
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has privately directed its officers to temporarily pause traffic stops in the wake of two deadly shootings, though the agency would not confirm the directive publicly. Sources confirmed to NewsNation, The Hill’s sister outlet, that s...
ICE to immediately cease most vehicle stops, federal sources says
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been instructed to suspend most vehicle stops nationwide during immigration enforcement operations, according to federal sources....
'CTX GO' app may help drivers navigate construction projects over the next decade
Drivers will soon be able to track every construction project in Austin from their phones.
Trump notifies Congress the Iran war has resumed
President Donald Trump sent a letter to Congress, officially notifying them that hostilities against Iran have begun again.
Live updates: Flood risk rises as rain moves across Central Texas
A Flood Watch is in effect for most of Central Texas including the Austin metro counties through Thursday evening with the potential for periods of heavy rain to cause flash flooding....
Heavy rain likely at times, flash flood risk increasing
The risk of heavy rain causing localized flash flooding continues today through Thursday. -Meteorologist Kristen Currie
Bangladeshi appears in court on human smuggling charges after extradition from Brazil
A Bangladeshi man appeared in court in Laredo, Texas, on Monday, after being extradited from Brazil last week on charges he took part in a conspiracy to operate a human smuggling ring from Bangladesh into the United States....
Oil prices jump as fighting flares in the Middle East, while Asian shares are mixed
BANGKOK (AP) — Oil prices surged Tuesday as fighting intensified in the Middle East, while world shares were mixed after markets in Tokyo and Seoul rebounded from early losses. The price of Brent crude climbed 4.1% to $86.73 a barrel after soaring nearly 10% on Monday. U.S. bench...
Thousands of WilCo residents without internet due to damage, theft of fiber optic cables
Some Williamson County residents woke up without the internet due to criminals cutting fiber optic cables.
CommUnityCare launches foster care health program in Austin after state designation
CommUnityCare Health Centers is expanding services for foster children and families in Central Texas after earning designation as a Foster Care Center of Excellence....
Trump signs order shrinking 2 Utah national monuments by 90%
President Donald Trump signed an order Monday drastically reducing the size of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Bears Ears National Monument. Combined, the lands will shrink by more than 90%, from more than three million acres to just over 300,000 acres, according ...
Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky split after 18 years of marriage: Report
Comedians and podcast hosts Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky have reportedly separated after 18 years of marriage, according to TMZ.
Texas lawmakers call for Rangers probe into fatal ICE shooting
A group of Democratic state lawmakers from Texas on Monday asked the Texas Rangers to open an independent investigation into the July 7 shooting death of a migrant in Houston by ICE agents....
US begins new Iran strikes after Trump says ships will be charged to use the Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. announced a new round of strikes on Iran on Monday, hours after President Donald Trump said Washington is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and, in a seeming policy reversal, will charge other ships for safe passa...
The heat is on: The average MLB fastball velocity is up for the 6th straight year to 94.7 mph
NEW YORK (AP) — Chad Tracy notices how much baseball has changed in the 13 years since he took his last big league at-bat. “You watch a Triple-A game, most everybody that’s coming out of the bullpen left-handed or right-handed is throwing 95-plus,” the Boston Red Sox manager said...
UT study finds warm Gulf waters reduced amount of rain that caused deadly 2025 floods
UT study finds the warm Gulf sea surface temperatures during the July 25 floods reduced rainfall totals.
Is the city of Austin facing a $26M budget deficit? Not exactly
You may reports and social media posts suggesting the city of Austin worked through a $26 million budget deficit to get to the city manager's proposed base budget released Friday....
Lindsey Graham's sister to finish his Senate term
President Trump threw his support behind, stating her appointment would be a "fabulous tribute" to her brother.
Governor Abbott announces massive AI tech investment in North Texas
Taiwanese electronics manufacturer LITEON is investing nearly $919 million to build a major AI power infrastructure facility in McKinney, Texas, creating over 600 new jobs....
Flags lowered to half-staff for Sen. Lindsey Graham
President Donald Trump has ordered that flags at all federal buildings will fly at half-staff for the rest of the week to honor late Senator Lindsey Graham....
CapMetro seeks public input on proposed first fare increase since 2015
CapMetro is considering its first fare increase in more than a decade and will gather public feedback this summer on proposed fare changes and reduced-fare updates....
Who is Darline Graham Nordone, the choice to fill Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat?
After the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, South Carolina's governor has named Darline Graham Nordone to temporarily fill his Senate seat.
Southbound I-35 closures, traffic shifts planned near Riverside Drive in Austin
TxDOT will close portions of southbound I-35 and shift frontage road traffic near Riverside Drive this week as construction continues on the Capital Express Central project....
President Trump announces address to U.S. on Thursday
President Donald Trump plans to address the nation during a primetime speech later this week.
Double homicide outside Austin strip club could be 'gang-related,' affidavit says
A 20-year-old is accused of his involvement related to a July 5 double homicide outside of a northeast Austin strip club, according to an affidavit obtained by KXAN...
Keystone Pipeline hit with proposed massive multi-million dollar fine
A proposed legal settlement with the U.S. government would require the Keystone Pipeline system’s operator to pay a $26.9 million civil penalty over a major oil spill in Kansas in December 2022....
Gen Z breaks ultimate taboo by posting salaries online
A Wall Street Journal editor says high living costs and labor market uncertainty are pushing personal finance into public view.
Federal task force created to target leaks to news media
The Department of Defense, alongside the Department of Justice, announced on Monday a joint partnership to launch a new task force to investigate and prosecute leaks of sensitive War Department information to the news media....
The next step for Arch Manning, Texas' QB room in 2026
Arch Manning headlines Texas' quarterback room entering 2026. KXAN's Noah Gross and LeVon Whittaker break down Manning, the veteran depth and the future at the position....
Astronomers discover sugar in space, offering hints to life’s origins
Astronomers have detected a type of sugar in space that’s also found in raspberries.
1 dead after ICE-involved shooting in Maine
The fatal shooting is the second ICE-involved death after a Mexican national was shot and killed last week in Houston
The overlooked obstacle keeping America from building the homes it needs
Behind the scenes, homebuilders are grappling with an overlooked challenge that is slowing construction and making it harder to close the nation's housing gap....
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.
South Carolina governor to announce replacement for Senate seat following death of Sen. Lindsey Graham
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster will hold a press conference from the Statehouse Monday afternoon where he will reflect on the life and service of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham and announce an appointment to fill the vacancy following Graham's death over the weekend....
WATCH: Fight breaks out at Hilary Duff concert
The concert was taking place at the Kia Forum in Inglewood as part of Duff’s “Lucky Me” tour, but things took a turn when two people got into a physical altercation....
Austin Energy's planned outages downtown necessary to prevent future unexpected outages
A late-night power outage in downtown Austin Sunday and into the early hours of Monday was a necessary step for Austin Energy to make sure the power stays on, according to the utility....
Trump reimposes blockade on Strait of Hormuz, declares 20 percent US toll on shipping
President Trump said Monday that the U.S.’s naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz will be reinstated as Washington and Tehran fight for control of the crucial waterway after strikes were exchanged over the weekend. “The Hormuz Strait is OPEN, and will remain OPEN, with or withou...
Maine House Speaker: 1 dead after shooting involving ICE agents
An investigation is underway in Biddeford, Maine following a deadly shooting Monday morning involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE), according to Maine House Speaker Ryan Fecteau....
CDC: Cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries, past US cases linked to imported produce
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), cyclosporiasis occurs in many countries and is most common in tropical and subtropical regions.
Hook 'Em in running for Mascot Hall of Fame
The iconic University of Texas at Austin costumed mascot, Hook 'Em, is one of 11 nominees in this year's Mascot Hall of Fame.
Community projects across Texas receive over $1 million in grants
The Lower Colorado River Authority has awarded more than $1 million in its latest round of grants to 40 community projects across Texas.
Rounds of heavy rain prompt flood risk this week
Given the time of year, a somewhat unusual weather pattern sets up this week with multiple rounds of heavy rain possible today through Thursday. -Meteorologist Kristen Currie...
You got the 'explosive' diarrhea parasite. Now what?
Hundreds of people, and likely more, have fallen ill thanks to a parasite in recent weeks.
Massive AI buildout poses latest inflation threat as consumers pay more for laptops and electricity
WASHINGTON (AP) — American consumers — and the Federal Reserve — are being hit with another high-cost headache. The gusher of investment in data centers — likely topping $700 billion this year — to power artificial intelligence has made memory chips, computer processors, and othe...
Correlation between heart health and extreme heat
With extreme heat expected at times during the summer months, it's important to understand the correlation between heat and heart health.
Dallas Stadium prepares for France vs Spain World Cup Semifinal match
Dallas Stadium is gearing up for its ninth and final World Cup match on Tuesday as Spain faces France in a high-stakes semifinal.
Missing dog survives fall from 65-foot cliff, rescued
A missing Kentucky dog and his owner have been reunited after surviving a harrowing fall and a coordinated cliffside rescue operation.
FBI 'assisting local authorities' after Graham's death, Patel says
Graham, 71, died from a "brief and sudden illness" on Saturday evening, his office announced early Sunday.
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