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ICE identifies father detained in Austin with 5-year-old son, details immigration history
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has identified the father of a 5-year-old boy whose detention in Austin drew criticism from U.S. Rep. Greg Casar, tell...
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Historical marker placed at 'the beating heart' of Austin's LGBTQ community
Ahead of Austin Pride 2026, members of Austin's LGBTQ+ community and city officials gathered at 4th and Colorado to, "honor the history, resilience and contributions of the Austin's LGBTQIA community."...
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UT Adds New Undergraduate Majors and Minors for 2026-2028 Catalog
The University of Texas is expanding its curriculum with six new bachelor's degrees and 13 minors. The post UT Adds New Undergraduate Majors and Minors for 2026-2028 Catalog appeared first on UT News ....
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Man caught on camera stealing merchandise from two smoke shops in Leander
Leander police are searching for a suspect who stole merchandise from two different smoke shops.Police say a man was caught on camera taking merchandise from 51...
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UT Mooov-In expected to bring thousands of students
Classes at the University of Texas at Austin next week, and thousands of students are expected to 'moov-in' on campus starting on Friday.
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UT Austin’s newest Longhorns 'Mooov-In'
Thousands of new and returning University of Texas at Austin students are moving into campus residence halls this weekend as they prepare for the start of the f...
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Person dies after being hit by vehicle while crossing Highway 183
A person has died after being hit by a vehicle while they were crossing the highway in North Austin.
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Austin Weekend: Gambler Days, Pride Parade, ColossalCon
Several local events are scheduled for the weekend of August 21-23, including the opening of the musical Come from Away, PBR Gambler Days, Rock the Block, ColossalCon Texas, Summer Sundays Mini Market, and the Austin Pride Festival and Parade....
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Terrorism motive probed in mass shooting at Austin bar: FBI - ABC News
Terrorism motive probed in mass shooting at Austin bar: FBI ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
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Austin leaders push for displacement funding amid record eviction filings
Nonprofits say they're struggling to handle a rise in evictions without extra support from the City of Austin.
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Five-year-old picked up by ICE in Austin, sent to Dilley detention center alongside dad
A five-year-old boy and his father were detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Austin on Sunday, Aug. 16, according to a GoFundMe post from the family....
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Austin weather: Heat advisory in effect for most of Central Texas; residents urged to stay safe
A heat advisory covers most of Central Texas as temperatures soar past the triple-digit mark. Residents are being asked to stay safe this weekend.
