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Hays County reinstates burn ban as wildfire risk increases
Hays County has reinstated a burn ban prohibiting outdoor burning as officials work to reduce the risk of wildfires.
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Austin police identify pedestrian killed on North Lamar Blvd in North Austin
Austin police have identified a woman who was struck and killed by a vehicle Sunday night on North Lamar Boulevard.
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Austin fire chief retires abruptly; city to launch nationwide search
Austin Fire Department Chief Joel G. Baker speaks during a press conference about winter weather preparedness and safety in January 2024 at Austin City Hall. MICHAEL MINASI/ KUT NEWS " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/download-36.web...
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Austin asks for public input on possible César Chávez Street name change
The City of Austin is asking residents to weigh in on whether one of the city’s most recognizable streets should get a new name. It is a change that could cost...
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2028 five-star OT Austin Attalah names Texas in top three
2028 five-star OT Austin Attalah names Texas in top three Yahoo Sports
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PBR TEAM AUSTIN GAMBLERS
PBR TEAM AUSTIN GAMBLERS cowboylifestylenetwork.com
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Flat Rock Fire burns 8.6 acres in Burnet County, forward progression stopped
Firefighters have stopped the forward progression of the Flat Rock Fire, an 8.6-acre grass and brush fire in southern Burnet County, officials said Tuesday even...
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State lawmakers discuss ways to better prepare Texas to prevent and fight wildfires
State lawmakers discuss ways to better prepare Texas to prevent and fight wildfires KVUE
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Texas 2036 calls for “major reforms” to state’s child care system
Texas 2036 calls for “major reforms” to state’s child care system KXAN Austin
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Austin part of national DoorDash initiative to support local businesses
DoorDash is showcasing thousands of locally owned restaurants in six different cities, including three in Texas, through its initiative "Flavor Fest."
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Wildfire danger increases in Central Texas
Wildfire danger increases in Central Texas FOX 7 Austin
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Wildfire danger in Central Texas increases this week
Wildfire danger in Central Texas increases this week FOX 7 Austin
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HydroGraph showcases Texas graphene hub
HydroGraph showcases Texas graphene hub Metal Tech News
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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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Texas struggles as the 15th worst state to live in 2026, per report
Texas struggles as the 15th worst state to live in 2026, per report CultureMap Austin
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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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Ready for the PAC-12? See photos as Texas State Football begins practice
Ready for the PAC-12? See photos as Texas State Football begins practice Austin American-Statesman
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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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A Sweaty Texas Night at Barrel O’ Fun with Matthew McConaughey
A Sweaty Texas Night at Barrel O’ Fun with Matthew McConaughey The New York Times
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Growing list of companies say they will comply with Gov. Abbott’s Texas data center rules
Growing list of companies say they will comply with Gov. Abbott’s Texas data center rules KVUE
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WSOC: 2026 Season Kicks Off in Austin vs. the Longhorns
WSOC: 2026 Season Kicks Off in Austin vs. the Longhorns Houston Christian University Athletics
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Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker to retire at the end of August
Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker to retire at the end of August KVUE
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Austin Sketch Fest returns with an SNL cast member, a delusional starlet and rising Texas comedians
Austin Sketch Fest returns with an SNL cast member, a delusional starlet and rising Texas comedians KUT
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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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Tierra's Texas - Episode 126
Tierra's Texas - Episode 126 FOX 7 Austin
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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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The Dirdie Birdie: Tierra's Texas
The Dirdie Birdie: Tierra's Texas FOX 7 Austin
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The Well: Tierra's Texas
The Well: Tierra's Texas FOX 7 Austin
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Investment Watches Ranks No. 9 on 2026 Inc. 5000, Named Austin's Fastest-Growing Private Company
Investment Watches Ranks No. 9 on 2026 Inc. 5000, Named Austin's Fastest-Growing Private Company Morningstar
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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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Abbott Proposes Opening Austin and San Antonio Electricity Markets to Competition
Abbott Proposes Opening Austin and San Antonio Electricity Markets to Competition Texas Border Business
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White Cap to Acquire Ace Contractors Supply in Austin
White Cap to Acquire Ace Contractors Supply in Austin Modern Distribution Management
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Texas Roadhouse is making a big change at this Texas location
Texas Roadhouse is making a big change at this Texas location MySA
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Katz’s is closer to home: Restaurant starts construction on original 6th Street location
Katz’s is closer to home: Restaurant starts construction on original 6th Street location KXAN Austin
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Heading to Austin’s airport this month? Watch for this lane closure
Heading to Austin’s airport this month? Watch for this lane closure KVUE
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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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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 Houston Public Media
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Texas asks Dallas court to let it intervene in dispute over unborn child’s medical care
Texas asks Dallas court to let it intervene in dispute over unborn child’s medical care KXAN Austin
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FILE – Back-to-school: TxDOT launches safety campaign
FILE – Back-to-school: TxDOT launches safety campaign FOX 7 Austin
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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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Omni Austin Hotel Downtown, Austin, Texas — Hotel Review
Omni Austin Hotel Downtown, Austin, Texas — Hotel Review Condé Nast Traveler
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Riot Platforms inks $9B lease in Milam County with Anthropic
Riot Platforms inks $9B lease in Milam County with Anthropic bizjournals.com
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Construction has officially started on Katz's return to Sixth Street
Construction has officially started on Katz's return to Sixth Street MySA
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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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Pflugerville Returns to Year-Round Water Conservation Measures
Pflugerville Returns to Year-Round Water Conservation Measures KLBJ-AM
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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, Avert Potential Strike
CapMetro Drivers Reach Tentative Deal, Avert 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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Matthew McConaughey met his big break at an Austin bar. Now he has a theater
Matthew McConaughey met his big break at an Austin bar. Now he has a theater statesman.com
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Manor ISD calls for $400 million bond election in November, superintendent weighs in
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....
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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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