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Austin leaders urge drivers to be cautious as school starts for Austin ISD
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Meredith Aldis , as published by FOX 7 Austin
· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on the city's efforts to promote safe driving during the school year can be found through local news sources, such as FOX 7 Austin.
City leaders in Austin are calling for caution on the roads. This warning comes as the first day of school approaches for students in the Austin Independent School District. Drivers are being encouraged to exercise caution as the new school year begins.
The city is urging people to be mindful of their surroundings while driving. Further information on the city's efforts to promote safe driving during the school year can be found through local news sources, such as FOX 7 Austin.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 17, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? City leaders in Austin are calling for caution on the roads. This warning comes as the first day of school approaches for students in the Austin Independent School District. Drivers are being…
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