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Scottie Scheffler wins TOUR Championship, FedEx Cup for second time in 3 years
Former Texas Longhorn Scottie Scheffler won the TOUR Championship and FedEx Cup for the second time in three years Sunday at East Lake Golf Club.
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No. 2 Texas volleyball falls to top-ranked Nebraska
The No. 2 Longhorns fell to top-ranked Nebraska in straight sets Sunday at the Players Era Volleyball Showcase.
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Ryan Niblett headlines experienced Texas special teams unit
Ryan Niblett returns as one of the nation's top return specialists, while Texas added experienced transfers at kicker and punter.
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Lake Ontario or Lake America? For Google Maps, it depends
Not every mapping company is making the same choice. Another mapping company indicated that it will stick with Lake Ontario.
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Hot & humid, increasing rain chances mid-week
Warmer than normal temperatures and near-oppressive humidity levels continue into the workweek, with a widely scattered shower possible starting Tuesday. — Meteorologist Tommy House...
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County treasurers, tax assessors ask Texas lawmakers for guidance on the end of penny production
They can be found hidden between couch cushions, littered in car ashtrays, and if you're lucky, one may even be facing heads up on the street. The penny -- that bronze-colored coin emblazoned with the nation's 16th President -- will soon become a relic....
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Mother sought after baby found dead in porta-potty at Michigan music festival
Detectives are making progress in their search for the mother of an infant found dead in a porta potty at a music festival, according to a prosecutor in close communication with Michigan State Police....
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Texas DPS celebrates graduating class of 51 new State Troopers
On Friday, 51 new Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers graduated during a ceremony in Cedar Park.
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Invest 97L in Gulf among 2 tropical disturbances being tracked this week
Two tropical disturbances are being tracked in the Atlantic Ocean this week, and one of them is in the Gulf of America.
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Colorado city leader dies after collapsing on 14,000-foot mountain hike
Englewood Mayor Pro Tem Joe Anderson, 45, died Friday after collapsing while hiking Colorado’s Quandary Peak, a 14,271-foot mountain in Summit County.
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Officials tie cyclospora outbreak involving iceberg lettuce to 3 more states
The tally of people sickened by the parasite is now 11,458.
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Why are flesh-eating bacteria expanding beyond traditional hotspots?
Scientists have recently documented the bacteria spreading to places that were once too cold for it to survive.
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Man accused of terrorizing Philadelphia in Chucky-style doll mask arrested in Vegas
The viral suspect accused of terrorizing Philadelphia residents while wearing a baby doll mask has been arrested in Nevada, the U.S. Marshals Service announced Tuesday....
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Missouri deputy AG found alive after 6 days in Wyoming wilderness
Missouri deputy attorney general set out on a hike from Great River Lakes to Gannett Peak on August 20.
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How much beef does the US import, and where does it come from?
About 80% of U.S. beef imports in the first half of 2026 came from five countries, according to the USDA.
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General Mills removes artificial colors from US cereals
General Mills said Wednesday that it has ended the use of artificial coloring in its United States cereal portfolio with intentions to remove the dyes by the end of 2027....
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WATCH: Florida paramedic jumps from helicopter in attempt to save fisherman's life
A flight paramedic was captured jumping into a Florida lake over the weekend in an attempt to save a fisherman's life.
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Unexpected GLP-1 side effect? Studies show the meds may help people with addictions
From unexpected babies to "Ozempic teeth," the ultra-popular class of GLP-1 medications are turning out to have a few unanticipated side effects. Emerging research shows the drugs, which have proven effective in treating obesity and diabetes, may also be useful in treating addict...
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'Poop pills' may be the key to a long-term cure for nut allergies: Study
Capsules formulated from the feces of people without nut allergies may be the cure.
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White House teleprompter operator who placed bets on Trump’s speeches ordered to pay $172K
The White House teleprompter operator who placed online bets on President Trump’s speeches has been ordered to pay a total of $172,000, a federal agency said Friday. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) said in a news release that Gabriel Perez must pay out his profits...
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North Carolina warns mobile petting zoo visitors of rabies exposure after baby goats test positive
North Carolina health officials are urging people who touched baby goats at a mobile petting zoo to contact their local health department after several goats tested positive for rabies....
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Cowboys acquire offensive tackle Broderick Jones from Steelers, AP source says
The Cowboys have had nagging questions at tackle all of training camp. They need Terence Steele, going into his seventh season, to find the form from earlier in his career and for Tyler Guyton to develop as expected in his third season....
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Accused 9/11 'mastermind' to stand trial in 2028
The self-proclaimed and accused "mastermind" of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center is scheduled to stand trial in 2028, according to an order issued Wednesday....
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Police, family seek answers after Southwest flight attendant found dead during layover in Hawaii
Jenny Lupton's family is currently seeking answers from officials in Hawaii.
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South Carolina police officer dies, 2nd officer hurt in gun battle at park, chief says
A Columbia Police Department officer died and another was injured after exchanging fire with a suspect at a park on Saturday morning.
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Walmart re-announces recall on 165K dressers - because more were sold
The company reissued the announcement after discovering more dressers had been distributed after the recall and customers had bought them.
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Video shows US forces seizing and sinking floating refueling station
Newly released video shows the U.S. military seizing and sinking a vessel that was suspected of being used as a floating gas station by a prominent narco-terrorist group....
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Quinn Ewers traded to Jaguars, Dolphins receive 2028 draft pick
Former Texas QB Quinn Ewers joins the Jacksonville Jaguars after the Dolphins traded him for a sixth-round pick in the 2028 NFL Draft.
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What's your walk-up song? Central Texas HS football coaches, players weigh in
From country to hip-hop, Central Texas high school football coaches and players shared the songs they’d choose as their walk-up music.
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State of Texas: Meta settlement to bring social media child safety changes
Meta, the social media giant, will pay $1 billion and implement new child safety regulations on its platforms as part of a settlement with the state of Texas....
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City of Buda accepts $3M toward redeveloping Sportsplex
The project is a shared game plan between the City and Buda EDC to increase tourism through sports and boost economic development.
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One dead in Georgetown after officer struggle in downtown square
A man was shot and killed by a Georgetown police officer Saturday afternoon after a violent struggle in Georgetown Square, according to the Georgetown Police Department....
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2 dead, 1 injured after crash involving 18-wheeler on US 290 in Manor
The police department said in a Facebook post just after 4 p.m. that it was on the scene investigating a fatality on US 290 at the intersection of Kimbro Road....
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Hot Sunday, increasing humidity into next week
The weekend continues hot, with high temperatures near the triple digits day after day. Low rain chances for now. — Meteorologist Tommy House
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Georgetown Police identifies man in deadly officer-involved shooting
According to Georgetown Police, officers were dispatched around 12:49 p.m. to the 100 block of W. 7th Street after callers reported a man “jumping on vehicles and behaving erratically.”...
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Valhalla announces imminent closure due to building sale
Valhalla announced in a social media post Saturday morning that after 17 years, it will have to close down in October.
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Leander police investigate shooting at assisted living facility
Leander police are investigating after shots were fired at an assisted living facility resulting in property damage.
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Seneca Nation requests reversal on 'Lake America' executive order
Seneca Nation President J. Conrad Seneca called Friday for President Trump to rescind his order to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America,” citing a 225-year-old treaty between Native Americans and the U.S. government. Seneca said in a statement that this name change, which Preside...
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Shots fired at Leander assisted living facility, no injuries
A Leander assisted living facility reported shots being fired at the building early Saturday morning, just before 4 a.m. No one was hurt, but the building was damaged, according to the Leander Police Department....
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Driver taken to hospital after vehicle hit by train in Leander
A driver was taken to the hospital early Saturday morning after a collision between a Jeep and a CapMetro train.
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Ross Fire update: Wildfire 31% contained
The Ross Fire in Palo Pinto and Jack counties is 31% contained as firefighters work to stop new growth.
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$70,000 cargo theft investigation underway after massive Pabst Blue Ribbon heist in California
Montclair Police are investigating two potentially linked cargo thefts at an Anheuser-Busch facility involving $70,000 in missing Pabst Blue Ribbon inventory....
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Escape charge against Hays County inmate declined for prosecution
The man accused of escaping the Hays County Jail in July had the charge declined, according to his attorney.
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Goodwill Central Texas completes 11 store renovations, announces AI pricing
Goodwill Central Texas said it recently finished major renovations at 11 stores in the area and planned to transform nearly 40 locations by the end of 2028....
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Butter knife brandished during wedding fight, spills into parking lot
A fight between wedding guests in Westlake, Ohio, left at least two people injured and led to charges against three men in their 40s, police said.
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San Antonio power outages impact 67K after storms
More than 67,000 CPS Energy customers remain without power Saturday morning in San Anotonio after storms rolled through Friday night.
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Heat makes emergency rooms busier. Study shows which illness and injuries rise
When the temperature heats up, so do emergency rooms.
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'Offensive': Target issues apology after Halloween costume backlash
Target has removed a Halloween costume from sale after customers and social-media users pointed out that it appeared to evoke racist stereotypes.
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ICE plans to spend $2 million on dog-like robots for immigration enforcement
White House border czar Tom Homan defended the move against criticism, arguing the gloves would prevent agents from needing to resort to deadly force.
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Busy Philipps brain tumor revealed through an MRI
"'This is a real tumor, and it's inside your brain. And Busy, it's got to come out,'" she recalls the doctor telling her.
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Trump posts update on Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Here's what President Trump had to say in about progress on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
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Flock contract cancellations grow among cities, other jurisdictions
"Recent cases involving the misuse of automated license plate reader systems in Arizona and nationwide have raised concerns about the risks that come with the technology."...
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Large quantities of khat are being intercepted at US airports. What is it?
Khat is listed as Schedule I drug in the United states. Where is it coming from?
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Push to rename Nashville Airport after Dolly Parton gets backing of Tennessee governor
Gov. Bill Lee announced a partnership with Nashville International Airport with the intent to rename it for Dolly Parton.
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Tennessee lawmakers pitch 9-25 as '9 to 5 Day' for Dolly Parton
Days after Dolly Parton’s death, the state of Tennessee is looking for more ways to honor "one of the most legendary Tennesseans of all time."
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Texas high school football 2026: Central Texas week 1 scores, highlights
Here is a complete rundown of Central Texas high school football scores and highlights from Week 1 of the 2026-27 season.
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Window falls from Rainey St. high-rise, damaging cars and sending people running
Shattered glass littered the ground on Rainey Street after a window fell from a high-rise apartment on Friday.
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East Texas woman found dead on trail at Enchanted Rock
Authorities found a 59-year-old woman from East Texas dead on a trail at the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area on Thursday afternoon.
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Army selects Central Texas military base for nuclear microreactor deployment
The U.S. Army is expanding its plan to build over 20 off-grid nuclear microreactors across military bases to guarantee independent power during emergency grid failures....