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Rams owner Stan Kroenke to buy Angels, ending Arte Moreno's 23-year tenure
The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to customary closing conditions and Major League Baseball approval.
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Survivor describes Grand Canyon flash flood evacuation, helicopter rescue
"It was a real close shave," Gabe Bergemann said after outrunning the flash flooding that swept through the canyon floor.
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Watch: Smoke billows after chemical fire breaks out at Mississippi manufacturing plant
Smoke is seen billowing from a manufacturing facility in Mississippi after a chemical fire broke out.
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Police identify suspect charged in NE Austin shooting death
Police have identified the suspect and the victim in Saturday's fatal shooting in Northeast Austin. The suspect has been charged with murder, according to the A...
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Sheriff: Man, 14-year-old sought after newborn found dead along California road
Detectives are searching for a man accused of impregnating his 14-year-old daughter, who authorities believe left the newborn to die along a Monterey County, California road....
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Texas A&M fans narrowly top UT Austin fans as Texas’ most obnoxious, survey finds
Texas A&M has officially been voted the most obnoxious college football fan base in Texas, though a major split among younger voters suggests a new rival might be coming for the crown....
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Texas SBOE moves closer to vote on new high school social studies standards
After hours of public testimony and debate, the Texas State Board of Education moved closer to a final vote on proposed changes to the state's high school social studies standards....
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Flash floods hit Grand Canyon: 2 dead, 1 missing
Grand Canyon flash flooding killed two people, left one missing, and forced hotel closures after destroying part of the park's main waterline.
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Proposed Kyle agreement could lower 6 Creeks water rates
After nearly a year of pushing back against a more than 77% increase in water and wastewater rates, residents in Kyle’s 6 Creeks neighborhood could soon see relief....
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SpaceX pledges up to $220M for Brownsville water projects after land de-annexation
SpaceX plans to invest up to $220 million in water and wastewater projects for the growing city.
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Few Americans support 'Lake America' name, poll finds
A majority of Americans oppose President Donald Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America," a new poll found.
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Train, semi-truck collide near La Grange; road closed
Huelsebusch Road west of La Grange is closed after a train and semi-truck collided on the tracks. Officials said no injuries were reported.
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Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run registration opens for 2026
Registration is now open for the 2026 Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run on Dec. 5. Participants will get an early look at the holiday display and enjoy a new rolling-start format at Zilker Park....
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Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial with defendant facing potential death penalty
PROVO, Utah (AP) — The murder case against the Utah man accused of killing Charlie Kirk last year is headed for trial, and the defendant could face the death penalty if he’s convicted. Utah District Judge Tony Graf on Tuesday sided with prosecutors who said they had “a mountain o...
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121 arrested in ICE raid at Memphis nightclub
A massive raid on a Memphis nightclub led to the arrest of more than one hundred people accused of being in the country illegally, including those who have a criminal record, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported....
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Teen who livestreamed California mosque shooting charged with murder
A 17-year-old girl faces a murder charge for allegedly livestreaming a San Diego mosque shooting that killed three people and circulating the attackers’ writings....
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Tony Romo releases statement on Wisconsin arrest, pleads no contest: 'I own this completely'
The former Dallas Cowboys star was arrested in July.
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APD searching for Aug. 19 robbery suspect
Police said the incident happened at 5 a.m. on Aug. 19 in the 200 block of West Elliot Street.
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Deep in the Heart 2: Texas Rivers Explores the Waterways, Wildlife and Conservation Efforts Shaping Texas
Writer and director Ben Masters joined Studio 512 to discuss Deep in the Heart 2: Texas Rivers, the highly anticipated documentary sequel highlighting the rivers, springs, creeks and bays that define the Lone Star State. Texas is known for its wide-open landscapes, diverse wildli...
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These are the 10 fastest-growing jobs over the next decade, Labor Department says
These are the top 10 fastest-growing jobs over the next decade, according to new Labor Department projections.
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Woman killed in Times Square stabbing identified: 'Our hearts go out to her family'
A woman was shot and killed by police in NYC's busy Times Square area on Monday after stabbing two people, one of whom died.
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North Carolina teen dies of brain-eating amoeba infection
“We extend our condolences to the family, friends and community impacted by this loss,” a spokesperson for North Carolina health department said.
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Registered sex offender held for sniffing butts and violating probation, again
He was arrested for violating his parole and will remain in custody until his hearing
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Singer Lionel Richie hospitalized after St. Louis concert: Reports
Earlier this year, Richie ended a concert early after feeling dizzy.
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A hurricane could form near Southern California this week. Seriously.
Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on the tropical disturbance developing in the Pacific.
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Forney man arrested on child sexual assault charges after missing New Braunfels teen found safe
A missing New Braunfels teenager was safely recovered in Kaufman County. Blake D. Teal, 18, was arrested on felony warrants, including sexual assault of a child....
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Couple arrested in Florida, accused of keeping 4 children captive, abused in tractor-trailer cab: Officials
A Georgia couple was arrested and charged with child neglect for allegedly abusing four children they kept confined in the cab of a tractor-trailer that frequently traveled through Florida....
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Motorcyclist critically injured after crash in southeast Austin
A motorcyclist is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash in southeast Austin on Tuesday.Austin-Travis County EMS says that one adult patie...
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Roger K. Beasley, Austin auto dealer and longtime UT supporter, dies at 87
Roger K. Beasley, the founder of the Roger Beasley Auto Group and a longtime supporter of the University of Texas at Austin, has died at age 87.According to a s...
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Abbott pauses state funding as Texas cities ditch Flock cameras
Several Texas cities have recently canceled or reconsidered their contracts for the AI-powered license plate reader systems.
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Nationwide recall of pet food issued over salmonella concerns
Food and Drug Administration officials said the latest pet food recall covers Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe and Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe sold in stores across the country....
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Bank of America vice president killed in Times Square stabbing spree, NYPD says
Erin Piacenti, a 32-year-old Bank of America executive from New Jersey, has been identified as the woman killed in a stabbing spree in Times Square, the NYPD said....
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Map: Here's how much hotter fall has gotten in your county
Fall is supposed to bring a cool-down. But, new data suggests that’s becoming less true in nearly every corner of the country.
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These 30 occupations could see the fastest job decline in the next decade: Labor Department
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Indiana deputy allegedly used Flock cameras to search same license plate 2,055 times
He reportedly listed his searches as "city planning/traffic analysis," despite never being assigned duties involving either.
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Legal expert discusses risks of buying unapproved weight-loss drugs
The U.S Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers of internet pharmacies selling unapproved weight-loss versions of GLP-1 drugs, including semaglutide and tirzepatide....
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Mangoes sold at Walmart recalled for possible salmonella contamination, FDA says
The new recall affects Martina-brand mangoes sold at Walmart stores in four states, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Austin City Council gives historic designation to 140-year-old east Austin home
An over 140-year-old house has achieved historic status after the Austin City Council voted unanimously to designate the building as a City of Austin Landmark o...
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Video shows moment FBI confronts former Congressman Eric Swalwell at SFO
Newly obtained video footage shows the moment former Congressman Eric Swalwell was confronted by federal agents at San Francisco International Airport....
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Watch: Brawl breaks out between coaches at youth football game
Two football coaches have been suspended after a fight broke out at a game between two youth teams.
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Tropical Depression Edouard makes landfall as Texas hit with heavy rain, gusty winds
Tropical Storm Edouard has made landfall as it slams Texas with heavy rain and gusty winds Tuesday. According to the National Hurricane Center, Edouard made landfall at 2:20 p.m. CT near Johnson Bayou, Louisiana, with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph and gusts up to 71 mph....
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Tupac Shakur murder: Duane 'Keffe D' Davis found guilty in 1996 drive-by shooting of rapper
A jury in Las Vegas has found Duane 'Keffe D' Davis guilty in orchestrating rapper Tupac Shakur’s 1996 killing.
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Tropical Depression Edouard Live Tracker: Latest path, wind speeds, Texas impacts
Track Tropical Storm Edouard in real time with our live updating map, current wind speeds, central pressure, distance from land and official National Hurricane Center watches and warning for Texas....
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Registration now required for solar panel retailers, salespeople in Texas
Additional provisions of a 2025 Texas law took effect Tuesday, which provide new state oversight of rooftop solar sales.
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Halloween candy pulled over potential allergy risk
A Halloween candy sold in multiple states is being recalled because its packaging failed to disclose a milk allergen.
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Charlie Kirk murder: Suspect Tyler Robinson eligible for death penalty, judge rules - Pleads not guilty
Tyler Robinson will face a potential death sentence if convicted of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
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Edouard weakens into a tropical depression after landfall but still dumping rain into Texas
PORT ARTHUR, Texas (AP) — The former Tropical Storm Edouard weakened into a depression Tuesday night while unleashing heavy rains and strong winds on parts of Texas, knocking out power to thousands, toppling trees and flooding roads. The storm downgraded hours after making landfa...
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Photo of the Month poll: Vote for the best viewer photo of August
We want to showcase some of the amazing photos we receive. Help us choose the best KXAN viewer photo of August 2026!
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Donkey killed in Polk County; Dept. of Agriculture joins investigation
A Cedartown police officer has been placed on administrative leave after a donkey was fatally shot in Polk County on Sunday.
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Lindsay Clancy jury at impasse on Day 4; judge sends them back to deliberate
Jurors entered a fourth day of deliberations in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, weighing whether postpartum psychosis left her not criminally responsible for the deaths of her three children....
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Laredo leaders head West in search of water sources
A delegation of leaders and citizens from the South Texas town of Laredo are heading West in search of answers and information on future water sources as they struggle to meet water needs....
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Isolated to scattered showers linger through Friday
Moisture from Edouard may be able to push slightly farther west on Thursday, increasing rain chances slightly more. -- Nick Bannin
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Migrant advocates testify before UN, alleged human rights violations in US
A coalition of immigrant rights organizations testified before the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, last week alleging escalating cases of abuse against non-citizens who are being held in the United States and deported to third countries....
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Georgetown officer-involved shooting: New details, man's identity released
Law enforcement has released new details about an officer-involved shooting in Georgetown, including the identity of the man killed.
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Suspect arrested after vehicle stolen in Kyle with infant inside
Kyle police arrested a suspect after a vehicle was stolen with a 5-month-old child inside. The infant was found safe and reunited with family.
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East Riverside: How mobility, housing changes can impact public safety
The planning department held an open house over the weekend to address new initiatives about housing, mobility and public spaces.
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Texas-Ex Gorzny wins first ever U.S. Open match
Gorzny, from Austin, played two seasons at Texas after transferring from TCU.
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Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A jury found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, finally bringing a measure of resolution to a case that had gripped hip-hop fans and lingered in the public imagination for decades. The 63-year-old Davis was co...
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Texas Board of Education considers religious influence and framing in curriculum overhaul
Texas education leaders are debating controversial proposed high school social studies standards that emphasize America's biblical roots while framing early Islam around military conflict....