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MAP: Where have Austin's fatal crashes occurred in 2026?
KXAN is keeping track of the number of traffic fatalities in the City of Austin in 2026. An interactive map shows where those crashes have occurred.
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Austin residents weigh future of Cesar Chavez Street name at first public meeting
The City of Austin has launched a public engagement process on whether to rename Cesar Chavez Street. Community members can attend meetings, submit feedback online and suggest new names for the roadway....
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East Austin hit-and-run leaves 2 people injured; APD looking for suspect
Austin police are looking for a suspect involved in an East Austin hit-and-run.
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CapMetro Bikeshare gradually resuming service after fire at facility
CapMetro Bikeshare is returning in phases starting Tuesday, nearly three months after a fire at the agency's operations facility knocked the system offline.The...
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Big Tech claims it will comply with Abbott's data center rules
The fight over how Texas should regulate the rapid growth of data centers is intensifying at the Capitol, with Gov. Greg Abbott saying some of the biggest tech...
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Motorcyclist killed in single-vehicle crash on East William Cannon Drive in Austin
A motorcyclist was killed Sunday night in a single-vehicle crash in southeast Austin, according to the Austin Police Department.
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Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker to retire; Tom Vocke named acting chief
Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker will retire effective Aug. 31, capping a 40-year career in public safety, according to a city memo.Baker will be out of the office...
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Motorcyclist dead after SE Austin crash on Sunday
A man died after a single-motorcycle crash in Southeast Austin Sunday night, according to the police department.Officers responded at about 8:50 p.m. to the 470...
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Man arrested after leading Austin police on chase in stolen vehicle
A 29-year-old man was arrested early Sunday morning after leading police on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle, according to the Austin Police Department.Officers re...
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LIVE: Sen. Ted Cruz, Trump administration officials to tour Toyota’s San Antonio plant
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Sen. Ted Cruz and acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling will tour Toyota’s San Antonio plant Tuesday, spotlighting a $3.6B investment and teasing a news conference with Texas leaders....
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Former deputy arrested, charged in fatal shooting of Texas State freshman
The former Brazoria County sheriff's deputy who fatally shot 18-year-old Texas State University freshman John Mendoza Jr. has been arrested and charged with agg...
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Austin fire chief retires, city to launch nationwide search for new chief
According to a memo obtained by KXAN, Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker is retiring at the end of the month, but will be "unavailable and out of the office beginning August 11." Tom Vocke will serve as acting fire chief beginning Tuesday....
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Austin Police asks public for help finding 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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Travis County issues burn ban amid dry, hot conditions
Travis County has issued a burn ban for its unincorporated areas as dry, hot weather continues to raise wildfire risk across Central Texas.The ban took effect i...
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CapMetro Drivers Reach Tentative Deal, Averting Potential Strike
CapMetro Drivers Reach Tentative Deal, Averting Potential Strike KLBJ-AM
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Police seek suspect in SE Austin December hit-and-run crash that injured two
Police are asking for the public's help locating a man wanted in connection with a hit-and-run collision that injured two people in southeast Austin last Decemb...
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Manor ISD board calls for $400 million bond election on November ballot
The Manor ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to call a bond election for Nov. 3, asking voters to approve $400 million in funding for facility upgrades acr...
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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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Texas volleyball: Jerritt Elliott speaks on Ella Swindle, Henley Anderson, MBs
Texas volleyball: Jerritt Elliott speaks on Ella Swindle, Henley Anderson, MBs Austin American-Statesman
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Lettuce, jalapeño recalls linked to illnesses put Texans on high alert
Lettuce, jalapeño recalls linked to illnesses put Texans on high alert Spectrum News
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White Cap expands in Texas
White Cap expands in Texas HBS Dealer
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Fire spreads to multiple homes in Pflugerville, no injuries reported
Firefighters battled a house fire Monday afternoon that spread from one home to several neighboring properties in a Pflugerville neighborhood, leaving three hom...
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Matthew McConaughey Cinema new name of Alamo Drafthouse Mueller
An Austin Alamo Drafthouse location now has a new name in honor of Texas native and award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey.
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Austin to begin community meetings on renaming Cesar Chavez Street
Austin residents will get their first chance to weigh in on whether one of the city’s main roadways should be renamed as city leaders begin a series of communit...
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Goth’s not dead: How a subculture survived over 40 years in Texas
Goth’s not dead: How a subculture survived over 40 years in Texas KERA News
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Building Lifestyles and Legends TV Series Spotlights Austin Businesses and Lifestyle on REAL Shows Network
Building Lifestyles and Legends TV Series Spotlights Austin Businesses and Lifestyle on REAL Shows Network Morningstar
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Austin weather: Triple digit heat and breezy
Austin weather: Triple digit heat and breezy FOX 7 Austin
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Former Austin ISD tutor convicted in Lee County for indecency with child
Isaiah Xavier Smith will serve 10 years in prison, with 614 days of jail credit against that time, according to court records.
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Toadies bring ‘Possum Kingdom,’ new album ‘The Charmer’ to Albany’s Empire Live
Toadies bring ‘Possum Kingdom,’ new album ‘The Charmer’ to Albany’s Empire Live Times Union
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How a Hill Country ranch became Texas’ first public rainwater system
How a Hill Country ranch became Texas’ first public rainwater system KXAN Austin
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Texas faces extreme heat risks for more than 100,000 households without AC
Texas faces extreme heat risks for more than 100,000 households without AC KXAN Austin
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Everything we know 1 year after deadly shooting outside Texas Target
Everything we know 1 year after deadly shooting outside Texas Target MySA
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Alamo Drafthouse Mueller renamed 'Matthew McConaughey Cinema'
Alamo Drafthouse honored Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey Monday night, renaming its Mueller location the "Matthew McConaughey Cinema" during a d...
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UT Austin implementing 'Pedestrian Friendly Zone' this month
UT Austin implementing 'Pedestrian Friendly Zone' this month kvue.com
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Man shot in the groin during fight on West Side
San Antonio police are investigating after a man in his 30s was shot in the groin during an apparent fight on the West Side. He’s stable, but officers can’t find a crime scene and say his story has gaps....
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Austin set for a stretch of 100-degree days this week. How hot will Tuesday be?
Austin set for a stretch of 100-degree days this week. How hot will Tuesday be? Austin American-Statesman
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Summer's almost over. These Austin pools are still open
Summer's almost over. These Austin pools are still open Austin American-Statesman
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Amid high demand, Austin Energy bets on batteries to help control costs
Amid high demand, Austin Energy bets on batteries to help control costs Austin American-Statesman
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E-bike, e-scooter riders will have to dismount on central portion of UT campus
E-bike, e-scooter riders will have to dismount on central portion of UT campus KUT
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Meta Agrees to Comply With Texas Data Center Standards
Meta Agrees to Comply With Texas Data Center Standards KLBJ-AM
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East Austinites question proposed police budget increase ahead of City Council vote
With Austin City Council expected to begin adopting the city’s proposed $6.6 billion budget Wednesday, residents in East Austin are raising concerns about how m...
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Car break-ins at Austin trails: 2 arrested after investigation
Two men have been arrested in connection to multiple vehicle burglaries. Their arrests come as the Austin Police Department investigates a series of car break-ins that have taken place at popular park and trail locations....
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New UT rules for electric bikes, scooters and boards released before new school year
The University of Texas at Austin (UT) released new mobility rules for personal electric vehicles (PEVs), including electric bicycles, electric scooters, electr...
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Austin Catholic schools see enrollment increase as Texas launches private school voucher program
Austin Catholic schools see enrollment increase as Texas launches private school voucher program kvue.com
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Gov. Greg Abbott meets with new Texas Classroom Commission to discuss public education
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott met with the newly-appointed Texas Classroom Commission on Monday to discuss its mission of helping guide the legislature in improving th...
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New Texas THC rules raise questions about how police can tell what's legal
New Texas THC rules raise questions about how police can tell what's legal kvue.com
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Austin airport to temporarily close lane near Barbara Jordan Terminal
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport will close a left lane leading to the return loop exit on Presidential Boulevard starting Aug. 11. The exit will remain open, but drivers should expect a traffic pattern change....
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Texas’ Receiver Draws Julio Jones Comparison From Steve Sarkisian
Texas’ Receiver Draws Julio Jones Comparison From Steve Sarkisian Yahoo Sports
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Dogstar and The Backfires Photo Gallery 8/1/26 | KROX - Austin, TX
Dogstar and The Backfires Photo Gallery 8/1/26 | KROX - Austin, TX 101x.com
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Elite OT Austin Attalah breaks down top three of Texas, Texas Tech, USC
Elite OT Austin Attalah breaks down top three of Texas, Texas Tech, USC 247Sports
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Alamo Mueller in Austin gets a new name: Matthew McConaughey Cinema
Alamo Mueller in Austin gets a new name: Matthew McConaughey Cinema facebook.com
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Party under the stars with Austin Astronomical Society
The Austin Astronomical Society is opening the night sky to everyone during its annual Austin Under the Stars event on Saturday, Aug. 15, beginning at 7:30 p.m....
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Texas NHL expansion updates roll in, data shows Houston has advantage in hockey presence
Texas NHL expansion updates roll in, data shows Houston has advantage in hockey presence sportingnews.com
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Lockhart BBQ legend Roy Pérez retiring after 39 years at Kreuz Market
After nearly four decades tending the pits at one of Texas' most iconic barbecue joints, longtime Kreuz Market pitmaster Roy Pérez is hanging up his apron....
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Austin tech leader Josh Baer honored for legacy of innovation, national security
Austin remembered one of the people who helped establish the city as a major hub for technology and innovation, honoring the late Josh Baer for a legacy that ex...
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Texas Longhorns continue training camp
Texas Longhorns continue training camp FOX 7 Austin
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Austin ISD restores neighborhood bus stops for middle schoolers
Austin ISD has restored neighborhood bus stops for middle schoolers.
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Former OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney accepts plea deal in death of her boyfriend
A former OnlyFans model from Austin has taken a plea deal for the stabbing death of her boyfriend.
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Bastrop Council retreat in Fredericksburg draws criticism, prompts planned legislation
A Bastrop City Council retreat held in Fredericksburg over the weekend is drawing criticism for its lack of public access, with Mayor Ishmael Harris expected to...
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Man convicted of capital murder in 2024 southeast Austin double homicide, faces life without parole
Man convicted of capital murder in 2024 southeast Austin double homicide, faces life without parole kvue.com
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