Operation “Protect Our Parks”: 4 arrested on drug, gun charges
The Austin Police Department has arrested four people as part of a coordinated investigative operation in the Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool areas.
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Grayson High grad killed in Minneapolis attack; suspect had violent past
The family of a 23-year-old metro Atlanta man is demanding answers after he was killed during a violent attack at a Minneapolis mental health treatment facility....
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G7 to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel to curb skyrocketing gas prices
The G7 nations announced on Friday they plan to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel fuel amid skyrocketing prices.
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Texas State opponent dealing with mumps outbreak ahead of Pac-12 opener
San Diego State is dealing with a mumps outbreak ahead of Saturday’s Pac-12 matchup with Texas State, with 32 players listed on the Aztecs’ availability report....
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Texas gubernatorial candidates discuss border security and Operation Lone Star
Operation Lone Star is still in effect today but its future is possibly on the line with the upcoming midterm elections. Abbott's Democratic opponent, State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, has criticized the policy in the past....
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Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
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Deadly Iconic Village fire: San Marcos officials release new video
The San Marcos Fire Department has released new surveillance footage showing the moments leading up to the 2018 deadly fire at the Iconic Village Apartments....
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APD searching for two suspects in connection with North Austin vehicle theft
Austin police are asking the public for help identifying two suspects in connection with a vehicle theft in North Austin last month.
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Watch: Austin High vs. Hays football live
Austin High looks for its first win of the season as the Maroons open District 26-6A play on the road against Hays.
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Big Bend border barrier construction stopped by federal court
A federal judge on Friday put a stop to any further construction of a border barrier in the Big Bend region.
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‘Animal House’ actress Mary Louise Weller dies at 79: Reports
Actress Mary Louise Weller, best known for her role in "Animal House" has died at 79 — just one day before her 80th birthday, according to reports.
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Watch: McCallum vs. Cedar Creek football live
McCallum and Cedar Creek each look to snap their losing skids when the two teams meet in District 13-5A DI action Friday night.
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Man arrested for threatening UT Austin, local church: APD
A man was arrested for making threats against the University of Texas at Austin and a local church, says the Austin Police Department.