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Lettuce-linked cyclosporiasis outbreak expands to 3 more states
The largest foodborne outbreak of its kind in history has expanded, with three additional states now reporting cases of cyclosporiasis linked to recalled iceberg lettuce....
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Kristen's Classroom: When do leaves change colors in Texas?
The calendar flips to meteorological fall on Tuesday, Sept. 1, but it'll be quite a bit of time before it looks and feels like fall in Central Texas.
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Man arrested, accused of assaulting truck stop employee in Buda
One man was arrested Wednesday after being accused of assaulting a truck stop employee and causing a police chase in Buda, according to the Mustang Ridge Police Department....
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Watch: Man shoots flamethrower at deputies serving eviction order
Wild bodycam video shows the moment deputies in Oklahoma City were met with a homemade flamethrower while trying to serve an eviction order.
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SNAP junk-food bans begin Aug. 31 in South Carolina and Sept. 1 in North Dakota - See other states with bans
South Carolina and North Dakota are the latest states implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too....
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Gillespie County seeks to launch volunteer disaster response team
As Gillespie County continues recovering from historic summer flooding, emergency management officials are looking ahead to the next disaster by building a team of trained volunteers ready to respond when emergencies happen....
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One dead in south Austin house collapse after high winds on Thursday; OSHA investigating
A man is dead after a house under construction collapsed in south Austin due to high winds Thursday afternoon.Officials with Travis County ESD 5 said that respo...
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Drying overnight, spotty shower possible Saturday
Locally heavy rain and lightning will be our main concerns, but still some gusty winds are possible near any downpours. -- Nick Bannin
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KXAN reporting puts Texas' unusual death investigation system under new scrutiny
Nearly two years ago, KXAN launched "A Hanging on Backbone Creek," an ongoing investigation that began with the mysterious death of 13-year-old Daynon Lewis in 1965....
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Bridges International helps UT students turn empty apartments into homes
For thousands of students arriving at the University of Texas at Austin, the beginning of a new school year means moving into a new home.For international stude...
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LAPD sergeant’s son partially paralyzed after Maui pool dive
An 18-year-old Los Angeles teen was partially paralyzed after diving into a hotel pool in Maui.
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PHOTOS, VIDEOS: Storms bring heavy rain across Central Texas
Strong storms moved across parts of Central Texas on Thursday, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to several communities.
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Florida man convicted in murder-for-hire plot on wife's ex-husband
A man accused of arranging the fatal shooting of a Microsoft design manager on a Florida road was convicted Wednesday in a murder-for-hire scheme.
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Navarro tops McCallum 27-14 in season opener
Navarro handed McCallum a 27-14 loss Thursday night as the Knights opened the 2026 season at the newly renovated House Park.
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Good Good to no longer be title sponsor of PGA Tour event and loses Callaway sponsorship
ATLANTA (AP) — Good Good Golf lost its partnership with Callaway on Thursday and no longer will be title sponsor of a PGA Tour event in November as the fallout continued over a video for a new Callaway driver that showed a man shoving a woman to the ground who was trying to touch...
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New Meta child-safety rules a step in the right direction, but more is needed, UT psychologist says
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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Cedar Ridge-East View game called at halftime due to inclement weather
Cedar Ridge led East View 21-6 at halftime before inclement weather brought the first KBVO Game of the Week of the season to an early end.
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Naked DoorDash driver caught on camera delivering food to northeast Houston home
A northeast Houston father says he was stunned after checking his Ring camera and seeing the DoorDash driver who had just delivered his food standing outside his home completely naked....
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Kyle police looking for Plum Creek pool vending machine vandals
The Kyle Police Department is looking for two men suspected of causing thousands in damages at two neighborhood pools.
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Talarico calls for breaking up healthcare 'monopolies' in new plan with Mark Cuban
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico unveiled a plan aimed at lowering prescription drug and health care costs.
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Hays County Sheriff’s Office considers adding AI to law enforcement technology
The Hays County Sheriff’s Office could soon add artificial intelligence tools to technology deputies already use in the field.
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People from more than 30 countries are missing after the flash floods in Nepal and China
Catastrophic flash floods in a border area of China and Nepal have killed at least 359 people and left more than 1,400 people missing as of Thursday. Many were foreigners in the area for trekking, guided tours or a pilgrimage to a sacred Hindu site. The number of missing from Wed...
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Man dies after vehicle gets stranded in Death Valley, attempts trek across blistering salt flats
A French tourist died this month after becoming stranded in California's Death Valley National Park amid sweltering temperatures.
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Austin City Council votes to regulate data centers
Austin City Council unanimously approved a resolution to start creating regulations for data centers.
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Move over, pumpkin spice: Search interest in this coffee flavor hit an all-time high
Fall flavor season is arriving earlier than ever, but pumpkin spice may have some new competition.
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Federal prisoner serving 20-year sentence in New York advances in Alaska US House primary
Eric Hafner, who is serving time in a New York federal prison, has advanced in the primary for Alaska's lone U.S. House seat.
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General Mills ditches artificial dye from Lucky Charms, Trix
General Mills announced it is dropping synthetic food dyes in its cereals, swapping them for natural alternatives to keep its products colorful.
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Clear the Shelters: Rescue ATX Dogs
Rescue ATX Dogs is working to support pets across Central Texas, not only by helping dogs in shelters but also by assisting stray animals and guiding residents who encounter pets in need....
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$12M seized, 6 arrested in historic Texas oil theft ring bust
Six people have been arrested and about $12 million in assets have been seized as part of an investigation into an oil-theft ring in West Texas.
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Southwestern University launches public art initiative
Southwestern University is launching a public art initiative as part of its planned 560-acre mixed-use development.
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COTA responds to lawsuit over $750k watch theft during F1 2025 US Grand Prix
In its response, COTA denied that it had prior knowledge of allegedly insufficient security.
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Alien abduction reported in small Georgia college town
The truth is out there. And the truth is, someone abducted an alien in Statesboro!
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Pflugerville says hundreds of unauthorized agencies accessed its Flock system
Following a vote to suspend the use of Flock cameras in the city, Pflugerville said over 400 agencies had accessed its Flock system, while only 83 had authorization....
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Google Assistant $68M settlement claim deadline is here: What to know
Eligible Americans have just hours left to file a claim in a proposed $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Here’s who may qualify and how to file a claim....
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New polling shows Texas Republicans leading in several key statewide races
New polling shows Republicans leading in several key statewide races with just a few weeks to go before voters head to the polls for the midterm elections....
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Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America'
The U.S. and Canada are in the midst of an ongoing trade dispute, with each country laying down harsh tariffs on the other.
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North Carolina doctor accused of shooting 2 sisters in alleged interstate road rage attack
A North Carolina doctor was arrested Aug. 22 after he allegedly fired into a Jeep during an interstate road rage incident, wounding two sisters, ages 12 and 20, according to Virginia State Police....
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Lake Travis ISD schools temporarily lose water pressure as utility points to overnight irrigation demand
At least three schools in the Lake Travis Independent School District dealt with low or no water pressure Thursday, disrupting restroom access and prompting some parents to pick up their children early....
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Pot bellied pigs allowed in Buda residential neighborhoods
Residents in Buda are now allowed to have a new type of pet thanks to a new ordinance.
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Secret Service aware of potential threat against Barron Trump: Reports
The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, according to reports....
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Peter Cullen, voice of Optimus Prime in 'Transformers,' dies at 85
Peter Cullen, who famously voiced the role of Optimus Prime in the "Transformers" franchise, has passed away. He was 85 years old.
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Judge dismisses teacher union lawsuit over TEA commissioner's letter following Kirk assassination
A federal judge on Aug. 21 dismissed a lawsuit against Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath over his letter and how it was connected to state investigations into teachers' social media posts after the assassination of Charlie Kirk....
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Talarico leads Paxton as Texas voters rank affordability top concern, poll finds
A new Texas poll finds Democrat James Talarico leading Republican Ken Paxton in the 2026 U.S. Senate race. The survey also found affordability and cost of living are voters’ top concerns....
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The sugar you ate as a baby may be affecting your health now, study finds
Researchers estimated the difference in telomere length was associated with a life expectancy increase of slightly more than two years.
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Texas can catch a lunar eclipse tonight
Texans will be treated to a spectacular astronomical show Thursday night.
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ICE agent sought in Minnesota immigrant shooting released from Texas jail
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer being held in a Texas jail has been released despite an extradition request from Minnesota.
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Cedar Park Police Department welcomes first wellness, community K9
The Cedar Park Police Department recently welcomed its first wellness and community K9—Brody!
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Austin weather: Rain chances possible this afternoon
For the first time in over a month we have rain chances to look forward to this afternoon.
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Tropical Storm Dolly forms in the Atlantic Basin
Tropical Storm Dolly forms in the Atlantic Basin late Thursday morning. The National Hurricane Center will initiate advisories at 10 a.m. (CT).
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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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NHC: Tropical Storm Dolly forms in the Atlantic
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
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Petition to rename Nashville airport after Dolly Parton gains traction
A petition to rename Nashville International Airport after Tennessee’s own Dolly Parton is gaining traction online.
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Flock cameras: Liberty Hill weighs future with automated license plate readers
There wasn't an empty seat inside the Liberty Hill Council chambers and the turnout was due in great part to an item on the city council's agenda: Flock cameras....
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ICE agent released from Texas jail after court ruling in extradition battle
ICE agent Christian Castro has been released from jail in Texas after a judge denied a motion by Minnesota officials seeking to keep him held as they fight for his extradition in a Hennepin County case....
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Judge rejects Minnesota request to keep ICE officer jailed in extradition fight with Texas
A federal judge Wednesday rejected Minnesota’s attempt to keep an immigration officer jailed in South Texas as the state fights to extradite the man to face criminal charges related to a January shooting....
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Social Security September payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security September payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
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September outlook and fall forecast released
The good news is, while our hottest month of the year is August, typically temperatures drop rather quickly in September.
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Scattered storms fade overnight, return Friday
Another round, lower in coverage, is possible on Friday. -- Nick Bannin
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Tim Curry voiced who? 20 shows from your childhood featuring his voice
You may be more familiar with Tim Curry than you thought, especially if you grew up in the 1990s and 2000s.