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Flock Safety overhaul keeps Pflugerville skeptical of surveillance cameras
Privacy and accountability changes may not be enough to convince city leaders to keep the cameras.
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ICE in Austin: Greg Casar, community leaders speak out after recent enforcement activity
Democrats are warning the public about an increase in ICE activity in Austin, while Republicans continue to defend the federal Immigration enforcement effort....
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TEA school ratings: Breakdown of Central Texas school districts
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released its annual school accountability ratings Friday morning, revealing statewide gains alongside high-stakes challenges for public school districts across Central Texas....
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Hutto police arrest suspect after reported aggravated assault at Home Depot
A suspect was taken into custody after an aggravated assault was reported at a Home Depot in Hutto.
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Landowners continue to put pressure on PUC to reject 765kw transmission plans
Texas landowners and lawmakers testified against proposed 765-kilovolt transmission lines in the Permian Basin Reliability Plan during a recent Public Utilities Commission meeting....
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Missing person from San Antonio found safe in Llano River
A missing person was found with the help of a drone in Llano County.
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Two Austin ISD schools receive fifth consecutive 'F' accountability rating
Two schools in Austin Independent School District, Burnet Middle School and Webb Middle School, received their fifth consecutive “F” rating, putting the district in a precarious position of possibly facing a state intervention....
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What Steve Sarkisian wants to see from Texas in first fall scrimmage
Steve Sarkisian says establishing and stopping the run have been points of emphasis ahead of the Longhorns' first fall scrimmage.
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FDA assigns highest-risk status to 1.5 million egg recalled over salmonella risk
The FDA has issued its highest-risk status to an egg recall that was initiated in July due to a salmonella contamination risk.
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Looking for your new best friend? Here's where to find waived adoption fees during Clear the Shelters
This August, KXAN is partnering with more than a dozen animal rescue groups and services to try and Clear the Shelters. Here's where to find waived or lowered adoption fees this weekend....
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Map: Flock cameras targeted by vandals across US
Rising incidents of vandalism and law enforcement misuse connected to license plate readers are sparking alarm over how widespread the Flock cameras have become nationwide....
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Austin 311 to stop taking overnight calls starting later this year
While the city currently operates the non-emergency line 24/7, the pilot will move call takers from the overnight hours to busier dayparts.
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US Army temporarily halts Apache helicopter training following deadly Texas crash
The U.S. Army temporarily halted all Apache helicopter training missions Friday after a fatal crash in Texas earlier this week killed two soldiers.
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Back-to-school jitters or something more? When parents should seek support
The first day of school can bring a lot of big feelings for students: excitement, nerves and maybe even a few tears. However, doctors say there is a difference between typical back-to-school jitters and signs of deeper anxiety that might require more support....
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Popular tomato soup sold at Walmart recalled over listeria concerns
Popular tomato soups kits sold at select Walmart stores in 29 states are being recalled after routine testing found a presumptive positive result for listeria....
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Greater Austin YMCA and BookSpring partner to expand book access
Greater Austin YMCA and BookSpring are working together in a new book donation partnership to provide book access and encourage literacy to children.
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2 planes with the same flight number avoid possible disaster thanks to quick-thinking controller
A potential disaster was averted Friday when a Phoenix air traffic controller recognized two American Airlines jets mistakenly were flying the same flight number and acted quickly to avoid confusion and keep them a safe distance apart. Audio of the incident shortly after midnight...
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Austin writer opening 2-day, pop-up grief museum
John Jeff Hutter lost his father to suicide a decade ago, but his journey with grief from that loss has helped him find himself. He's also been able to create things, like his book "Gutsy Grief". Now, he's opening up a space for others to share their creations born of grief....
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
NEW YORK (AP) — Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting matter-of-factly that he trailed the executive to an investor conference and gunned him down on a New York City street in 2024. Man...
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Levitation is a month away; here's what to expect at the festival
Levitation Festival is just around the corner, and festival organizers say this is its biggest year yet.
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Judge moves Alex Murdaugh murder retrial from small rural county amid ongoing legal twists
The judge in Alex Murdaugh’s murder retrial decided Friday to move the case out of a rural South Carolina county but stopped short of ruling on the defense's request to dismiss the case altogether....
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Regulations eased in Texas on suppressors, certain guns after court order takes effect
A federal court order that struck down regulations on firearm suppressors and certain guns took effect on Thursday after an appeal was not filed by the federal government before a seven-day deadline set by the judge....
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A rattling start to the school year: Jarrell ISD principal 'doing well' after snake bite
The principal of Double Creek Elementary School in Jarrell ISD was bitten by a rattlesnake Friday while trying to move it away from a door on the side of the school, according to district officials....
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Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom construction continue during appeal
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration on Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the White House to continue construction on its $400 million ballroom project while it appeals a lower court’s order to halt the work. Trump’s solicitor general petitioned th...
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Hays County investigators recover stolen Corvette, trailers and equipment
The Hays County Sheriff's Office recovered a stolen car, trailers and pieces of equipment following an investigation.
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DFW Airport could soon be adding more Islamic foot-washing stations
More foot-washing stations for Islamic travelers could soon be added to a terminal at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
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Austin Police searching for robbery suspect
The Austin Police Department is requesting the community's help identifying a suspect involved in a robbery.
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Texas hunting and fishing licenses for 2026-2027 season on sale Saturday
Hunters and anglers in Texas can renew their licenses for the 2026-2027 season beginning Saturday.
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Great white shark pulls lifeguard underwater at popular family beach destination on the East Coast
A lifeguard is recovering after a great white shark pulled him underwater near a popular family beach destination in Maine over the weekend, local officials said....
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DOJ: US Army veteran defrauded the VA of over $170,000
A U.S. Army veteran has been found guilty of defrauding the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) of over $170,000 in caregiver benefit payments that he was not entitled to receive....
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Plane crashes in Caldwell County after mechanical issue
The Texas Department of Public Safety says a pilot was injured following a plane crash in Caldwell County.
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Costco gets approval for second location in Buffalo, New York metro, more new stores opening soon across US
Costco is continuing to expand across the U.S. with stores opening this month and others in the planning and development stages.
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Austin's housing market: How quickly are homes selling, and for how much?
At KXAN, we're keeping track of home prices, and several other data points, to help buyers and sellers stay on top of trends in the market.
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Summertime heat and extracurricular activities
Summer break is wrapping up, but the heat will stick around for the next few weeks in Central Texas. With extracurricular activities beginning soon, it's important to remember heat safety....
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Maine and Massachusetts added to multistate Cyclospora outbreak
Maine and Massachusetts have become the latest states impacted by a growing nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has now sickened more than 9,000 people, according to the Food and Drug Administration....
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One of the last living WWII Navajo Code Talkers to be honored Friday
Two Navajo Code Talkers remain. Their unbreakable WWII code helped secure U.S. victories in the Pacific and save countless lives.
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CBP says Big Bend work is limited as legal challenges grow
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney S. Scott released a statement he said was “correcting the record” on projects happening in Big Bend National Park....
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What the Texas Education Agency’s A-F ratings actually mean
On Friday, the Texas Education Agency released its annual accountability ratings for schools across the state. But how are the ratings determined, and what do they actually mean?...
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North Austin officer-involved shooting: Police release video, new details
The Austin Police Department released video and provided new details on an officer-involved shooting that happened in the 800 block of Camino La Costa on August 12....
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How did your school do? TEA releases A-F ratings with many schools showing improvement
On Friday, the Texas Education Agency released the 2026 A-F Accountability Ratings for public schools and districts across the state.
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Reporter receives $850K settlement over Kansas newspaper raid
A Kansas town has agreed to pay $850,000 to a former reporter at its weekly newspaper to end her federal lawsuit over a police raid of the paper’s offices in 2023....
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I-35 expansion in Williamson County faces environmental hurdles
The Texas Department of Transportation is proposing an expansion of I-35 between Round Rock and Georgetown to address rising crash rates and significant population growth....
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What’s next for Luigi Mangione after his federal guilty plea?
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, resolving the federal case against him while a separate state prosecution remains pending....
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Austin Weekend: PCX Austin, parade at capitol, and Austin FC
Several community events are scheduled in Austin over the weekend of August 15 and 16, including a free screening of Wicked at Gregg-Clarke Park, the PCX Austin pop culture expo, the Festival of New Texas Plays, a soccer match between Austin FC and FC Dallas, and the Parade of In...
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The decision could have serious implications on his upcoming state trial for the killing....
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Austin Police release video from police shooting near St. John's, names suspect
Friday afternoon, the Austin Police Department will hold a media briefing to present video from Wednesday's officer-involved shooting at 824 Camino La Costa, which is near I-35 and U.S. 290 East in the St. John's neighborhood....
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Soldiers killed in Fort Hood helicopter crash identified
Fort Hood officials identified the two soldiers killed in the crash of a helicopter near Salado and now say it occurred during a maintenance test flight....
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Popular Reese's, Almond Joy ice cream bars recalled over labeling error
The Magnum Ice Cream Company is voluntarily recalling all lots of certain Reese's and Almond Joy ice cream bars after an internal review found inaccurate nutritional information on the products' cartons....
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These are Texas' best and worst schools, districts for 2026
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released its annual report cards on public school districts, campuses and charter schools.
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Search warrant leads to rescue of over 40 dogs and puppies from alleged dog fighting operation
Over 40 dogs and puppies were rescued Tuesday from an alleged dog fighting operation in Berkeley County, South Carolina.
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Wimberley ISD kicks off school year amid major construction, traffic impacts
Wimberley ISD is starting the school year with major construction projects at Danforth Junior High School and Wimberley High School.
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Suspect in World War II Memorial vandalism facing felony charges, taken into custody
Authorities have taken into custody the suspect accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall, where bubbles filled a fountain and "Clean hands dirty $" was written in red paint....
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Temperatures, rain totals, severe storms: Explore Austin's 2026 weather data
KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings.
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing: 'I shot Mr. Thompson'
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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This new UT Austin device spots power grid problems before disasters strike
A new sensor developed at UT Austin may help utilities identify power line problems before they lead to outages or wildfires. Researchers say the technology can pinpoint trouble spots, reduce inspection time and improve safety for crews working in remote areas....
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12-year-old girl defies odds, walks out of hospital after spinal injury
“She was so excited to walk for the first time.”
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Reclassified overnight: How a law change and tuition shock ended a UT student's dream
A UT student was reclassified as an international student and was expected to pay $40,000 more for her tuition. She has withdrawn and now lives in Mexico, but she still misses the Forty Acres....
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Paul Walker’s daughter did not sell his car from ‘Fast & Furious’ films
Paul Walker, who appeared in six films in the heist action franchise, died in a November 2013 car crash.
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How a memoir helped bring Tupac Shakur’s alleged killer to trial
Former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis, 63, faces trial Monday on a murder charge in Tupac Shakur’s 1996 death.
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Kennedy Center board OKs new way of adding Trump’s name to building
The Kennedy Center board voted Thursday to add President Trump’s name to the performing arts building months after a judge blocked an effort to rename the center after him....
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