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Paxton promises ‘must-watch’ debate but has not accepted proposed dates
James Talarico accepted three proposed U.S. Senate debates in September and October, but Ken Paxton has not agreed to those dates.
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Astros, Rangers renew Texas rivalry while neck-and-neck in AL West
The Texas Rangers and Houston Astros will renew their in-state rivalry this weekend as the teams are neck-and-neck in the American League West.
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PAWS to close Kyle animal shelter amid ongoing financial challenges
Nearly a year after community members rallied to help keep PAWS of Central Texas afloat through a fundraising campaign that brought in more than $60,000, the nonprofit animal shelter has announced it is closing its Kyle location....
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2 injured in south Austin motel shooting
Austin Police officers responded to a shooting in the parking lot of a Super 8 motel after they received a 911 call around 11:20 p.m. Wednesday.
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Man killed after portable toilet falls from truck onto interstate
A 56-year-old man was killed after his vehicle struck a portable toilet that fell from a truck traveling on Interstate 49 in Benton County, Arkansas State Police said....
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No charges for parents of toddler who was found alive after being declared dead
Their toddler was declared dead at a hospital after he was found in a family pool. Hours later, the boy was found to be breathing.
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Texas Hill Country ranked 3rd best wine region to visit by USA Today readers
The magazine called the region "scenic" and noted that it has more than 60 wineries.
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TSA officer sees alarming shapes on X-ray before stolen Civil War mystery unravels
A routine baggage screening at an Alabama airport sparked an explosive scare when TSA officers discovered stolen historical artifacts inside a passenger's bag....
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Cyclospora outbreak: Restaurants seeing slump in sales after removing lettuce from menus
Restaurant chains and local eateries are grappling with a dip in customer foot traffic and inventory challenges after a massive cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce....
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Teen lifeguard praised for rescuing 10-year-old Dallas boy from dangerous California riptide
A 16-year-old rookie lifeguard is being praised for his heroic actions after saving a 10-year-old Dallas boy from a dangerous ocean current in California, drawing national attention and recognition from the White House....
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Immigration officers called Latinos racial slurs during stops: Video
Videos obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Southern California (ACLU SoCal) show federal immigration officers using racial slurs to refer to Latinos they encountered at traffic stops....
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More now say AI does more harm than good: Survey
Only 9% say AI does more good than harm.
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James Marsters reflects on 'Buffy' ahead of Austin Convention
Actor James Marsters discussed the enduring legacy of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and his upcoming performance with his band, Ghost of the Robot, at the PCX Austin pop-culture expo....
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Astronomers capture image of possible companion to famous star Betelgeuse
Scientists have theorized that there may be two Betelgeuse stars for 100 years.
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Montana hiker impaled by own trekking pole walks 10 miles down mountain
David Cifaldi, 32, was hiking Granite Peak with two friends when he slipped and fell on one of his trekking poles.
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Report: Undocumented population swells to 'new peak' of 15.8 million
The number of migrants who were living unauthorized in the United States swelled to an estimated record 15.8 million in 2024, up from 11 million people prior to 2019, according to a report released Wednesday....
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Obama offers his summer reading suggestions
Former President Obama unveiled his summer reading list on Wednesday, a list that featuring 11 books with genres ranging from history to fiction.
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New Austin convention celebrates Final Fantasy fandom
A new fan-driven convention in Austin celebrates MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV and brings fans together.
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'Concrete cancer' in nearly 30K Central Texas pools may cause billions in damage, experts say
The Central Texas Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), which is comprised of pool industry professionals, believes the Austin area is a national hot spot for ASR problems found in pools built since 2017....
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Hot with a few showers this weekend
Humidity should drop significantly Sunday afternoon with dew points in the low 60s, resulting in a much more tolerable heat to end the weekend. - Nick Bannin...
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Student News Now: Austin ISD closes middle school; Microplastics are polluting Texas waterways; Austin finishes tallest building
In this week’s episode of Student News Now on KXAN+, the Austin Independent School District said it plans to immediately close Paredes Middle School after district leaders determined that academic growth has not progressed over the past year. According to the Texas Education Agen...
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Austin Rainey Street shooting: Victim's brother searches for answers
Following a shooting on Rainey Street over the weekend, the victim’s brother is continuing his search for answers about who’s responsible.
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New device being developed at UT Austin to help spot problems on power grid
A new device being developed at the University of Texas at Austin could help spot problems on the power grid before they lead to outages or even wildfires....
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City of Austin discloses potential social services on $5M chopping block
Nonprofit leaders worry budget cuts could unravel Austin's social safety net.
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APD releases additional footage of shooting that killed a 17-year-old
Austin Police released additional surveillance footage on Wednesday showing a different view leading up to the moment officers shot and killed 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II....
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Austin officer-involved shooting: New video released by APD
The Austin Police Department has released new video in connection to the death of a teenager last week.
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Taqueria de Diez now open in West Lake Hills | Lake Travis - Westlake
Taqueria de Diez now open in West Lake Hills | Lake Travis - Westlake Community Impact
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Homeless man stabs another after fight at camp in Butler Metro Park: affidavit
A homeless man is facing a first-degree murder charge for allegedly stabbing another after a fight at a camp in an Austin park. He claimed the stabbing was in self-defense, but his friend disputed his version of events....
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Texas lawmakers debate whether grid needs more gas generation as demand surges
Texas ERCOT officials warned that despite successfully managing a record-breaking summer peak demand of 91,089 megawatts, future grid stability faces challenges due to rapid growth in data center demand and the need for more dispatchable energy resources....
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THC in Texas: Business owner talks impact of new rules
New THC rules are going into effect on Friday, July 31, banning Delta 8 products. This comes after months of back-and-forth legal challenges.
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San Marcos launches new platform to enhance community engagement
The city of San Marcos has launched a new notification and engagement platform, TexasMyGov Service, in efforts to enhance communication with its community....
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Austin whiskey distillery paying homage to city's creativity, music roots with new venue opening this fall
The distillery this week announced that it will open The Still Austin Quarter this fall. It's a four-room, 15,000-square-foot "hospitality destination" that aims to take visitors on a narrative journey through the company's recognizable bottle label musician....
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NY school pauses $60K AI robot teacher over privacy fears, maker’s sex doll ties
A program to bring an AI-powered robot into a New York classroom has been halted, at least temporarily.
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Man arrested after setting small fires, assaulting officer
An Austin man was arrested Wednesday after police said he broke into a building on East Cesar Chavez Street, set several small fires on the property and later assaulted an officer while being taken into custody....
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Austin Rainey Street shooting: New video released by police
Austin police have released new surveillance video of two people they said are involved in a shooting and robbery on Rainey Street over the weekend.
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Frozen burritos sold by Costco mislabeled, spurring public health alert
A labeling error has led the U.S. Department of Agriculture to issue a public safety alert for frozen burritos made by a popular brand and sold in Costco stores....
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How does the weather affect your allergies?
Central Texas is notorious for its allergies, with Austin among the cities with the worst allergies in the nation. It seems nearly everyone in the area is allergic to something at some time of the year....
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These are the happiest industries to work in, according to new data
New data is revealing the careers with the happiest workers in America in 2026. See the list here.
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Actor Jared Leto accused of sexual misconduct by four women
The women claim the incidents took place between 2000 and 2016, according to a BBC documentary.
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VIDEO: Teen saved after viral jump along California coast goes wrong; others continue to do it
A dramatic cliff-jumping rescue at Sunset Cliffs is gaining attention across social media after a 17-year-old was seriously injured while attempting a jump into the ocean. But less than a day later, Nexstar's KSWB/KUSI found more teenagers making similar dangerous jumps despite s...
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How does humidity affect wildfire conditions?
One of the best side effects of humidity, however, is that it can help ease wildfire risks.
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Witness in deadly ICE shooting released from custody Wednesday
A major turning point in the investigation into the deadly shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers could come with the release of one of the witnesses to the shooting....
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Video shows Tony Romo's sobriety test, arrest: 'Did I pass this test?'
New body camera video from the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office shows the arrest of former NFL quarterback Tony Romo, including the field sobriety test in which he "performed poorly" according to the arresting officer....
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West Lake Hills, Texas, Has a Small-Town Feel With Easy Access to Downtown Austin
West Lake Hills, Texas, Has a Small-Town Feel With Easy Access to Downtown Austin Mansion Global
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Willie Nelson slams ‘water thieving’ data centers in Texas
Willie Nelson is urging residents to oppose an AI data center planned near his hometown of Abbott, Texas.
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Judge clears use of police interview in trial for man accused of murdering Tupac Shakur
A judge ruled that a 2008 interview with Duane “Keffe D" Davis can be used in his upcoming trial in August. Davis is charged with murder in rapper Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing....
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Texas health officials warn of measles outbreak in Montgomery County
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) said four unvaccinated members of the same family tested positive for measles last week after being exposed to someone who traveled to Texas while infected....
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Texas Lieutenant Gov. directs lawmakers to examine religious liberty in the state
In March, Patrick created the Texas Senate Committee on Religious Freedom to ensure Texans have the right to practice their religion free from discrimination....
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SAFE Alliance receives $1 million federal grant for housing community serving domestic violence survivors
The funding will go toward Sasha House, a planned 60-unit housing community in Austin that SAFE Alliance says will serve about 250 women, children and families experiencing homelessness after domestic violence....
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Texas senators call on higher education leaders to help students understand full cost of college
Texas senators say students should have a better understanding of what college will actually cost before they commit to a school.
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VIDEO: Rattlesnakes spotted 'combat dancing' on Southern California street
A video captured by a FOX 11 viewer showing two massive rattlesnakes in Thousand Oaks served as a reminder that as heat rises, so do rattlesnake sightings....
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Motorcyclist killed in crash on I-35 flyover to Ben White Boulevard, ATCEMS says
An adult motorcyclist was pronounced dead after a crash on the southbound I-35 flyover to Ben White Boulevard. Drivers should expect delays in the area, according to ATCEMS....
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Highly radioactive capsule found buried in West Texas
A radioactive capsule was discovered buried outside Midland in West Texas last week.
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Welcome to 'Y'all Street': What Texas' new stock exchange means for investors
The Texas Stock Exchange is approaching a major milestone after its launch, with all National Market System symbols expected to be available for trading by Friday....
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Talarico challenges Paxton to debates before November midterms
"We'll see if Ken Paxton has the courage to show up," Talarico said.
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US Postal Service unveils new series of 10 Barbie Doll stamps
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is honoring Barbie with a new series of 10 forever stamps in different careers — a registered nurse, surgeon, astronaut, firefighter, paleontologist, sign language teacher, robotics engineer, judge, soccer player, and musical artist....
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Texas approves use of new test for public university admissions
Texas public universities may now use the Classic Learning Test when considering students who do not qualify for automatic admission.
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Texas puppy business under investigation by Attorney General’s Office
A Texas puppy-selling business is under investigation by the Texas Attorney General’s Office.
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People are willing to go into debt for beauty products, report shows
From premium skincare to high-end hair products, a growing number of consumers report going into debt to maintain their personal care routines.
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Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered at funeral service in South Carolina
A funeral service was held Wednesday for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in his home state of South Carolina at the First Baptist Church of Columbia.
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