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How data center construction is impacting west Texas homeowners at ground zero
Rusty Towell, a professor at Abilene Christian University, has lived on his northwest Abilene property for over two decades.
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Central Texas faces sauna-like humidity and triple-digit highs under Heat Advisory
Central Texans are facing yet another day of oppressive late-summer heat as Austin logs its 44th day of triple-digit temperatures this year.
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Wisconsin GOP governor candidate swims from sinking plane after emergency lake landing
Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany said escaped with minor injuries after a small plane he was in lost power and made an emergency landing in a lake....
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McConnell's return shines spotlight on older lawmakers
Sen. Mitch McConnell's (R-Ky.) expected return to the Senate next week is drawing attention again to the health of aging lawmakers. McConnell, 84, was hospitalized over the summer for nearly two months after falling at home and receiving treatment for pneumonia. He has since been...
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No. 4 Texas stuns No. 1 Ohio State 24-23 after erasing 20-point 4th-quarter deficit
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Arch Manning and No. 4 Texas stole a 24-23 victory from No. 1 Ohio State on Saturday night, rallying from a 20-point fourth-quarter deficit...
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No. 4 Texas Longhorns rallies from 20-point deficit to stun No. 1 Ohio State 24-23
Arch Manning and Hollywood Smothers sparked a 21-point fourth-quarter rally as Texas stunned No. 1 Ohio State 24-23 in Austin.
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Person ‘illegally entered’ Malibu property of Kamala Harris, Doug Emhoff
(KTLA) -- Authorities were called to the Malibu home of former Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff’s property on Friday night, according to a spokesperson for the former vice president's team. "Last night, security personnel stopped an individual who ill...
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Former Ohio attorney convicted of trying to shoot ex-wife at restaurant
An Ohio man was convicted of trying to kill his ex-wife after prosecutors said he pointed a handgun at her head and pulled the trigger while she was dining with her parents....
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Alaska teen rescued after boat capsizes, reportedly killing his brother and cousin
Rescuers traversed through the frigid cold waters of the Bering Sea to rescue a teen who survived after a boat capsized, reportedly killing the teen’s brother and cousin....
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Fans focus on football over excessive heat at Texas-Ohio State showdown
Some fans sweated more how the Longhorns would hold up against the Buckeyes rather than the heat hovering around triple digits.
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Over 90% of days have been 100°+ in Austin since Aug. 1
Yes, you read that correctly! Over 90% of days at Camp Mabry in Austin have reached at least 100° since the start of August.
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Lago Vista teen dies following e-moto crash, police says
The crash happened Friday near Outpost Trace and Thunderbird Street.
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Brothers rescue group of elderly people from burning California assisted living facility
Two young brothers worked quickly to rescue a group of elderly people after a fire broke out at an assisted living facility in Glendale, California Friday....
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Talarico rips Trump's 'corny nicknames' for opponents in Kimmel interview
“We’re grateful for the nickname,” Talarico said.
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Pastor dies after severe spinal injury during cruise celebrating son’s wedding
A Minnesota pastor died after suffering a severe spinal cord injury and nearly drowning in a pool aboard a cruise ship in Italy while celebrating his son’s wedding....
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Spotty rain and heat alerts into a new work week
Later this week, a shift in the upper pattern may help us break our triple digit streak. - Nick Bannin
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State of Texas: Paxton and Talarico in their own words
At the Republican party’s first-ever midterm convention, President Donald Trump called upon attendees in Dallas to support Ken Paxton in the upcoming Texas senatorial race....
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Man charged in death of Black woman found hanging from Mississippi tree
Police have arrested a man on a murder charge in connection with the death of Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black woman whose body was found hanging from a tree in Jackson, Mississippi, last month....
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Ford to invest $1 billion in new Kentucky truck plant
Ford is investing $1 billion to build a new paint shop at its Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville.
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Live updates: No. 4 Texas hosts No. 1 Ohio State
Follow along for live updates, scores and highlights as No. 4 Texas hosts No. 1 Ohio State in a top-five showdown at DKR.
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Tourism officials urge visitors to avoid Hawaiian island in wake of Hurricane Lowell
Tourism officials are urging visitors to adjust travel plans to one of Hawaii’s hardest-hit islands as residents and businesses recover from Hurricane Lowell....
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Teen rescued after clinging to capsized boat for days in frigid Alaska waters
A 15-year-old boy was rescued this week after clinging for two days to a capsized boat in the Bering Sea off the coast of Alaska.
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'A+ employee': Flight attendant’s kind gesture goes viral, earns praise online
"It’s people like her who remind us that kindness still exists and that even the smallest gesture can leave a lasting impression."
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WATCH: Florida DUI suspect drops toddler, baby into water as he evades police
"This incident could very easily have ended with the loss of two innocent young lives."
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California woman arrested after accusing man of trafficking own daughter, police say
"That's a white little girl and you are a man of color."
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Metro Nashville Airport Authority approves renaming BNA in honor of Dolly Parton
In a unanimous 6-0 vote, the board approved a resolution to change the airport's name.
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APD issues 83 citations, makes 8 arrests during DWI initiative
Austin Police said between Aug. 14 and Sept. 7, officers conducted a DWI Enforcement and No Refusal Initiative.
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Hurricane drought in the Atlantic; record slow season
The climatological peak of hurricane season has passed, and the 2026 Atlantic season is now in the record books with no hurricanes yet.
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State orders Trinidad Police Department to shut down
The Trinidad Police Department will be disbanded following a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement investigation.
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Judge Judy to retire from on-camera work after 30 years on TV
After 30 years on TV, Judge Judy is passing the gavel to her son.
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New Mexico Democrats call on Apple, Google to keep state's name on maps
“Changing New Mexico’s name would require changing our state Constitution..."
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Man who debated Charlie Kirk right before killing details 'year of harassment'
“It happens daily."
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Appeals court says clean drinking water is not a constitutional right
The ruling followed a lawsuit filed in 2022 by residents in Jackson, Mississippi, over the city's lead-contaminated water system.
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Cruz on $5K dividend: 'I don't think we should be paying people that are not working'
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a prominent conservative voice in the Senate GOP conference, says he’s willing to support President Trump’s proposal to give $5,000 dividend payments to U.S. adults provided that they are structured as tax refunds and go to people who work and pay taxes....
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Dolly Parton's 1st posthumous song released
The song comes just two weeks after Parton passed away following a brief battle with cancer on August 25.
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Surrogate who fled to Texas asks Supreme Court to intervene in custody dispute
McKenna West fled to texas after the biological parents allegedly requested an abortion due to a fetal abnormality.
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Health officials declare end to largest cyclospora outbreak in history
The country's largest outbreak of cyclospora illness has ended, federal health officials said Friday.
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'Anyone can be a conservationist': How Austin's hidden wildlife sanctuary is educating the next generation
Did you know that Austin has a wildlife sanctuary? Alveus Sanctuary was founded in 2021 by Twitch streamer and content creator Maya Higa and expanded from 10 acres at its opening to 40 acres as of 2026....
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Qatari-gifted Air Force One deploys inflatable slide before departing for GOP convention in Texas
An emergency inflatable slide on the Qatari-gifted Air Force One was deployed at Joint Base Andrews before President Trump departed for the Republican midterm convention in Dallas on Wednesday....
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Week 3 Texas high school football scores
Check out high school football scores from across Texas for Week 3 of the 2026 season.
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Longhorns prepare battle against extreme heat at Texas-Ohio State showdown
Austin-Travis County EMS plans to increase resources and services around the anticipated game.
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Austin Fire Department responds to East Austin structure fire
The Austin Fire Department stated that they responded to
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Austin volunteers pack over 185K meals for 9/11 Day's Honor Through Action
Nearly 700 Austin volunteers packed 186,900 meals as a part of 9/11 Day's Honor Through Action campaign on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.The 9/11 Day organizatio...
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Bevo Boulevard ahead of Ohio State-Texas
The sights and sounds surrounding Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium are expected to be amplified Saturday as No. 1 Ohio State faces No. 4 Texas in a marquee matchup....
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Texas vs. Ohio State: What to watch for in top-five showdown
No. 4 Texas hosts No. 1 Ohio State in a top-five showdown Saturday night at DKR. Here's what to watch as the Longhorns look to avenge last season's loss in Columbus....
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Near record heat, low rain chances
Dangerous heat continues into next week with isolated rain chances. — Meteorologist Tommy House
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Travis County confirms second measles case of 2026 in unvaccinated infant
Austin Public Health has confirmed the second measles case in Travis County this year, involving an infant who was too young to get vaccinated and was likely ex...
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Dolly Parton could soon have major airport named in her honor after unanimous vote
Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.
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Big push for both parties begins for November midterm elections
On Friday, the sprint toward the November midterm elections hit a new gear, fueled by new cash and tough words.
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NHTSA makes Austin stop in tour to prevent alcohol-impaired driving
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has one request to those attending the UT Austin vs. Ohio State game or watch parties Saturday: decid...
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Central Texas honors 9/11 victims with stair climbing events
September 11, 2026, marks the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in New York City.
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Texas SNAP recipients affected by Edouard have until Sept. 21 to apply for replacement benefits
Texans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits that lost food during Tropical Strom Edouard now have more time to apply for replacement benefits....
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Texas-Ohio State Fans Urged to Prepare for Heat as EMS Staffs Up
AUSTIN, Texas — With a sold-out showdown between the University of Texas and Ohio State just hours away, thousands of college football fans are gearing up to fl...
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State Fair of Texas announces lower prices amid rising inflation
After a drop in attendance at the 2025 State Fair of Texas, fair operators announced admission and parking prices will be lowered this year.
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Where it's most affordable to be a stay-at-home parent: Data
Only one working parent in your household? Here's how much they need to earn, according to a new analysis.
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Doctor runs Boston Marathon, summits Mount Everest in one month
The 62-year-old's Everest goal was decades in the making.
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10 percent chance AI could kill all humans within 'next decade,' Anthropic worker claims
Researchers say concerns should be taken seriously, as they have access to AI systems that haven't yet been publicly released.
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After public pressure, Texas OKs more 765kV lines, directing companies to work with landowners
Texas approved a controversial, 370-mile-long transmission line project, pending two transmission companies work with landowners to make modifications....
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Vandegrift rolls past Liberty Hill 45-14 in Week 3
Vandegrift bounced back from its Week 2 loss in a big way, handing previously unbeaten Liberty Hill its first loss of the season with a 45-14 win Friday night....
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Prosper outlasts Westlake 49-40 in Week 3 showdown
Westlake suffered its first loss of the season Friday night, falling to undefeated Prosper 49-40 in a high-scoring matchup at Children's Health Stadium....