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City of Austin prepares security upgrades for parks impacted by 'violent crime'
The city's $6.6 billion budget opens the door for better security at parks with crime concerns.
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Boerne Little League team heads to Little League World Series
The Boerne Little League All Stars are preparing to head to the Little League World Series.
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Woman wearing 'Force to be reckoned with' shirt captured in nationwide manhunt
Isabelle Rose Johnson was captured Thursday in the Florida Panhandle following a nationwide manhunt connected to a death investigation.
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National Check the Chip Day reminds pet owners to update microchip information
Animal advocates are urging pet owners to verify their pets' microchip registration information, noting outdated records can prevent lost pets from being reunited with their families....
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White House border czar defends ICE electric shock gloves as tools to avoid deadly force
BARDSTOWN, Ky. (AP) — White House border czar Tom Homan defended Immigration and Customs Enforcement's plan to give officers gloves that deliver painful electric shocks, calling them a tool to help officers end confrontations without using deadly force. “It’s another device to he...
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Texas woman living in Europe befriends Belgium group that cosplays as Texas Rangers
Wallonia, Belgium, is more than 5,000 miles away from Austin, Texas. But the distance doesn't matter to Texas Rangers Wallonie Belgium, because the Texas-obsessed group is bringing the Lone Star spirit over to their own country....
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Future of surrogacy in Texas could be at stake amid complex legal battle over 'Baby Gabriel'
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton intervened in a multistate surrogacy dispute involving a surrogate from Alaska and intended parents after a baby was diagnosed with a serious heart defect....
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New Mississippi law expands death penalty to include inmates on child sexual battery convictions
A new Mississippi law added sexual battery of a child under 12 to the list of crimes eligible for the death penalty.
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How often does Austin hit 100°? Here's a breakdown by date, month, year and decade
Complete temperature records for Camp Mabry, Austin's official reporting site, date back to 1898. Since then, Austin has reached 100° more than 2,000 times....
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Baby Gabriel born in Dallas as multi-state surrogacy dispute continues
A baby born in Dallas with a severe heart defect is at the center of a multistate legal battle involving an Alaska surrogate, California parents, and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton....
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'Such a pillar'; Friends, teammates remember Lake Travis senior
Those who knew Hensley said they will remember him for his kindness, personality and the impact he had on the people around him.
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Florida State University hit with federal civil rights investigation over race, sex-based scholarship programs
The Equal Protection Project's complaint targets 32 Florida State University scholarships it alleges discriminate based on race or sex via donors.
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Houston ISD superintendent responds to teacher's viral video: 'That is why we're here'
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
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UT Austin proposes first major core curriculum overhaul in more than 20 years
UT President Jim Davis unveiled the proposal Thursday during a University of Texas System Board of Regents meeting. Under the plan, the university’s current 42-credit-hour core curriculum would be reduced to 36 hours and reorganized into three broad pillars: Arts and Humanities, ...
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DFW Airport could soon be adding more Islamic foot-washing stations
More foot-washing stations for Islamic travelers could soon be added to a terminal at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
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Grocery chain Lidl recalling spice mix over salmonella concerns
Lidl’s recall involves Vitasia Chinese Style brand Asian Style Wok Spice Mix, which was distributed in store locations in multiple states including Georgia, New York, and Pennsylvania....
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'Just a way to connect with people': Austin groups combining storytelling, classical music in 'accessible' format
What started as house parties in a Hyde Park rental home in 2014 has evolved over the last decade into a beloved, wholesome night of storytelling among friends and now, easy access to classical music and community....
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Check your bathroom cabinet: Hair mousse recalled over explosion risk
A hair mousse was recalled over a packaging defect that could cause cans to leak or explode, following an injury report.
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Council Member explains why he voted 'no' on city of Austin budget
On Thursday's episode of Inside Austin's Agenda, KXAN Investigator Grace Reader sat down with Austin City Council Member Marc Duchen to discuss his decision to vote against the city budget approved Wednesday....
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‘I ain’t trying to be a Buckeye’: Rasheem Biles has Ohio State game circled
Texas linebacker Rasheem Biles had plenty of options when he entered the transfer portal, but the Columbus native had no interest in returning home to play for Ohio State....
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World War II Memorial vandalized with spray paint, fountains overflow with bubbles;
Police are investigating after the National World War II Memorial was vandalized with spray paint and soap in the fountains on Thursday.
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Tupac Shakur murder: Jury selected in Las Vegas trial for suspect Duane 'Keefe D' Davis
A jury of 6 men and 10 women was selected Thursday to hear the case against an ex-gang leader accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur’s killing nearly 30 years ago....
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San Antonio Spurs 2026-27 schedule shows team starts season at home
The San Antonio Spurs will start their 2026-27 season with the home-team advantage, according to the schedule released by the NBA on Thursday.
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CapMetro service changes starting Aug. 16 include Route 2 expansion, route updates
CapMetro will launch service changes Aug. 16, including an expanded Route 2 in east Austin, Route 217 adjustments, updated UT Shuttle schedules and more....
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KXAN wins National Murrow Award for investigative multimedia work
KXAN has won a 2026 National Edward R. Murrow Award for its investigative multimedia journalism, earning the honor in the Large Market Television Digital category....
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Caldwell County plane crash leaves pilot injured: sheriff's office
A pilot was injured following a plane crash in Caldwell County, the sheriff's office said.
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Nearly 50,000 tabletop firepits recalled after burn injuries reported
Federal regulators have recalled nearly 50,000 tabletop fire pits after reports of flames escaping the container and causing burns.
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East Austin hit-and-run leaves 2 people injured; suspect arrested
The man involved in an East Austin hit-and-run has been arrested, police said.
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Costco brings back fan-favorite Kirkland treat after two-year absence
A fan-favorite Costco staple is returning to warehouse shelves after a two-year hiatus.
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Plane crashes in Caldwell County, pilot suffers minor injuries
Authorities are investigating an airplane crash on FM 671 in Caldwell County.
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Austin Police arrest hit-and-run suspect
The crash happened near E. Riverside Drive and Royal Crest Drive, at around 6:28 p.m. on Dec. 28, 2025.
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2 Austin ISD middle schools receive 'F' rating for 5th consecutive time
Two Austin ISD schools have received their fifth consecutive failing rating by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The district said this could prompt some form of future intervention by the state....
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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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Thousands of baby jumpers recalled after dozens of reports of hazards
Over 41,000 baby jumpers and swings are being recalled after federal regulators warned of a potential risk of serious injury or death from fall or strangulation hazards....
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Ex-officer accused of planning to kill Black people in mass shooting released from custody
A former law enforcement officer accused of planning a mass shooting targeting Black people was quietly released from custody after a grand jury declined to indict him....
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Christy Knowings, former 'All That' star, dies at 46: Report
Christy Knowings, best known for Nickelodeon’s “All That," has died at 46 after complications from an asthma attack, according to TMZ.
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Watch: Colorado deputy smashes van window to rescue dog locked inside in heat
A Colorado sheriff’s deputy smashed the window of a van to rescue a dog that had been locked inside for nearly four hours in 83-degree Fahrenheit weather....
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Delta Air Lines to launch nonstop flights from Austin to Paris in March
Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop flights between Austin and Paris, France, in March, the airline announced Thursday.
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Two Austin ISD schools receive fifth consecutive F rating, potentially opening district up to state takeover
Two Austin Independent School District middle schools received their fifth consecutive F ratings, opening the entire district up to a state takeover.
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Texas Children’s in Austin announces NICU expansion
Texas Children’s Hospital in Austin announced its plans to double the size of its neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) today.
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Flock will add privacy guardrails to camera systems amid backlash
Flock Safety will implement new privacy and data retention policies as pressure grows on the automated license plate operator to prevent its technology from being abused or used to conduct mass surveillance....
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ICE's plan for electric shock gloves draws outrage, fears of misuse
ICE plans to spend between $10 million and $20 million to outfit officers and agents with “conductive distraction and de-escalation devices,”
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FDA chief: Cyclospora 'effectively removed from the market'
“We have the safest food supply in the world,” acting FDA Commissioner Kyle Diamantas said in a Tuesday interview with CNBC. “Americans should feel confident in eating fresh produce including leafy greens at this point.”...
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More cases of parasitic screwworm confirmed. Here's who is at risk, where it's spreading
The screwworm flies can lay eggs on any warm-blooded animal, including people. Those eggs develop into parasitic larvae, or maggots, that feed on the surrounding flesh as they burrow deeper....
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Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Latest Paxton vs. Talarico polls
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
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Professional boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, years after career-ending fight injury
Former professional boxer Prichard Colón has died after a long health battle years after suffering an injury from a professional fight, according to Remezcla....
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Spotty shower Friday our only hope for 100º relief
Overall, highs on Friday will still reach the upper 90s, but the extra afternoon clouds and rain-cooled air may help keep most areas under 100º if we're lucky! -- Nick Bannin...
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Former Southern Poverty Law Center official charged in DOJ fraud case
Former Southern Poverty Law Center official Heidi Beirich has been charged in the Justice Department’s criminal case against the civil rights group.
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Set for School: Hays CISD Superintendent talks about what's new this school year, keeping up with growing enrollment
This week, for several Central Texas school districts, it is back to school. That Includes Hays CISD.
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Man dies after being shot by deputies in Guadalupe County
The Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office says deputies shot and killed a man who held a knife to a woman's neck during a domestic disturbance.
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Court lifts block on Texas mail-in ballot ID requirements
Identification requirements for mail-in ballots that became Texas law in 2021 can be enforced after a court ruling issued Wednesday.
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West Nile Virus: First human case confirmed in Hays County
The first human case of West Nile Virus has been confirmed in Hays County.
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Fort Worth stolen ambulance involved in DPS chase, shooting in Austin
A person who stole a Fort Worth ambulance and evaded Texas Department of Public Safety troopers on a chase in Austin has died.
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Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty on federal charges: What it could mean for his state case
Luigi Mangione could be moving toward a guilty plea in the federal case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a move that could significantly affect both his sentence and his separate New York murder case....
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Temperatures, rain totals, severe storms: Explore Austin's 2026 weather data
KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings.
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Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty in federal court: Report
Luigi Mangione is expected to plead guilty in federal court in the case of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, according to a report by "The New York Times."...
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Two central Texas men killed in two-truck crash in Fisher County, DPS says
Two central Texas men were killed, and another driver was injured Wednesday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash at an intersection in Fisher County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety....
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Dog food sold in 11 states recalled over salmonella contamination
Dog food sold in 11 states has been recalled because it’s contaminated with salmonella.
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Decades-long nationwide marriage fraud scheme dismantled; 11 charged in NYC
Eleven people are facing federal charges after authorities say they orchestrated a massive, multi-million dollar sham marriage ring designed to secure U.S. immigration status for foreign nationals....
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69% chance of 'historic' El Niño later this year
This upcoming El Niño is favored to be the strongest since record keeping began in 1950.
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