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More than 170 public and charter school campuses across Texas have closed – or are being considered for closure – since the 2023-24 school year, according to an analysis by nonprofit Our Schools Our Democracy....
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On this edition of "Inside the Investigation" – an extended discussion first featured in the latest episode of our weekly investigative program, "Cause & Effect" – KXAN’s Josh Hinkle and Nabil Remadna talk about the growing number of school closures across Texas, including why so...
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Eminem is reflecting on a heartfelt letter he once received from late country icon Dolly Parton.
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The Imagination Library will continue sending books to eligible children in Parton's absence, a spokesperson for the Dollywood Company confirmed.
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In a strange twist of fate, the next tropical storm to form in this year is expected to share a first name with beloved country music singer Dolly Parton....
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A Heat Advisory has been extended until Thursday evening as higher humidity will make it feel like 105-110º tomorrow. -- Nick Bannin
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Central Texas nonprofit blood bank We Are Blood is partnering with Williamson County EMS and other community organizations for Wilco Saves 2026, a countywide blood donation campaign aimed at boosting the local blood supply ahead of the Labor Day holiday....
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Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options....
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North Georgia fans and locals gathered in Ringgold to lay flowers at a mural for country music icon Dolly Parton.
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Federal officers have arrested one of Laredo’s most wanted fugitives after catching him at a border crossing for a 2021 shooting that left one dead and five injured....
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Dolly Parton left a mark on many before dying at the age of 80. Though her death brings sorrow and mourning, it has also brought forth great memories and stories of the Country Music Queen....
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Arch Manning may have a reputation for talking trash at Texas football practices, but the Longhorns quarterback doesn't seem too concerned.
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From former President George W. Bush to state leaders, Texas officials from both sides of the aisle are paying tribute to country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton following her death at age 80....
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Dolly Parton, a country music icon, has died at 80 after health struggles. The legend leaves behind a towering legacy.
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The federal murder trial for Timothy Hudson, accused of killing his stepsister aboard a Carnival cruise ship, has been delayed for a second time to now take place on Nov. 2....
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Australia banned music made entirely by artificial intelligence from ranking on its official charts and being a contender at the country’s version of the Grammys....
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Regulators told lawmakers most complaints about Texas' 1,500-plus self-driving vehicles involved cars being overly cautious, while senators discussed expanding crash reporting requirements....
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Pflugerville has announced they are covering Flock License Plate Reader cameras leased by the City and have turned the system off, according to a Facebook post....
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The City of Pflugerville has turned off and is covering the Flock license plate reader cameras in the city, pending a potential contract renewal.
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Hays County is one step closer to a possible countywide hospital district after commissioners approved a voter petition Tuesday, but tabled other items related to creating the district....
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A new poll has found that while the Texas governor’s race is much tighter than similar races in the past, the gap between the candidates has widened.
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As Central Texas approaches the 15-year anniversary of the deadly 2011 wildfires, local fire leaders said they are better prepared but still concerned about the risk here....
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A Texas appeals court denied a request to block Galveston County from using voting maps drawn after the March primary elections for its November elections....
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An arbitrator ordered The Washington Post to reinstate an opinion writer terminated over social media posts following the death of Charlie Kirk.
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Texas’ so-called drag-show ban law has been struck down by the courts again.
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Dolly Parton’s final resting place will reportedly be next to her late husband, Carl Dean, in Nashville. Details about her private farewell and her final days have now emerged....
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Texas is tightening import rules on Mexican-origin cattle to protect state livestock from a dangerous, flesh-eating parasite.
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Fans and celebrities alike are sending their condolences after the family of Dolly Parton took to social media to announce the superstar's death on Tuesday, Aug. 25....
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Several Central Texas men were arrested after a child exploitation operation was conducted by law enforcement.
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Trump wrote that American flags across the country will remain at half-staff for a week beginning Tuesday evening.
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Dolly Parton’s legacy reached far beyond Tennessee. From filming “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" to stealing the show at a Cowboys Thanksgiving game, the country icon left her mark on the Lone Star State....
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To honor and remember Dolly Parton, we've compiled some of her iconic Texas moments.
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Central Texas is a rising target for cryptocurrency theft, according to the FBI. Nationally, reported cyber investment scams totaled more than $11 billion in losses....
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Far-right activist Jake Lang will not face charges after he was arrested in Minneapolis on riot charges, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced on Tuesday. However, the protester dressed up as Spider-Man is facing charges....
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“May God bless Dolly Parton, and may God bless you all. She will always love you."
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As millions of Americans continue to feel the sting of high grocery and fuel prices, retirees — and those who rely on Social Security — are particularly vulnerable. But more money could be on the way soon....
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So far, the degenerative brain disease has only been diagnosed after a person's death.
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State Rep. James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the closely watched U.S. Senate race, according to a new Texas Politics Project poll that also found Democrats reporting greater enthusiasm for voting....
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A Colorado police officer used a feature on their body-worn camera to help her translate to a driver who spoke a different language.
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Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) introduced articles of impeachment against President Trump on Monday, reviving his push to remove the president from office as Democrats debate how aggressively to confront Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Green’s resolution is aimed at impeachin...
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People in Texas who are fans of fall colors may be disappointed this year.
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Retirees can start planning: The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, soon. Here's when....
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Highlands County deputies and school officials are warning students and parents about the dangers of a game called "Senior Assassin" after learning a large group plans to play....
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Development is possible for two disturbances in the Atlantic this week, the National Hurricane Center announced.
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A historic Florida child recovery operation rescued 163 missing children and led to multiple arrests across several regions.
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The wife of a U.S. Army sergeant was deported back to Honduras, according to her family and the Department of Homeland Security.
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Retailer chain Target has pulled a Halloween costume off shelves and issued an apology after admitting the offensive nature of the product.
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Two unvaccinated people in Lancaster County have died after contracting measles, marking the state's first measles-related deaths in 35 years, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health....
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About 36% of teens have held a paying job this summer — down from over 50% as recently as 2000, according to Pew.
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The U.S. livestock port in Douglas, Arizona, became the first along the Southwest border to reopen to Mexican cattle on Monday, but the threat of New World screwworm still remains elsewhere and that means restrictions are still in place....
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) asserted to a judge Monday that he’s not obligated to hand over an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent charged by Minnesota authorities with shooting a Venezuelan man earlier this year during “Operation Metro Surge.”...
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Texas lawmakers will discuss the merits of medical examiner offices and potentially expanding them across the state at a House Subcommittee on County and Regional Government hearing Tuesday....
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Texas has the highest population battling food insecurity in the country, with over 6 million residents in the state struggling to access food consistently throughout the year. That’s about 1 in 5 households....
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The senate race was the only statewide contest where the poll showed a Democrat in the lead. The poll found 21% of voters had no opinion in the races for Texas Attorney General....
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A new school police department is facing questions about hiring, staffing and internal operations – but what’s happening in Leander ISD could be a preview of challenges facing school districts across Texas....
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Arezow Doost and Grace Reader discuss questions surrounding Leander ISD police hiring, staffing and internal operations, as schools focus on new safety requirements statewide....
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Higher rain chances (30%) come on Thursday as the front nears the area. -- Nick Bannin
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Austin firefighters have brought a vegetation fire under control near Centre Creek Drive and Cross Park Drive in northeast Austin Monday evening.
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Kohl's shoppers are seeing unexpected extra charges and returns on their bank statements after a processing system error impacted online purchases made over a four-week span....
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Minnesota is suing Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to force the extradition of an ICE officer charged in a January shooting before a key detention deadline expires Thursday....
