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• Krispy Kreme unveils spooky sweet treats just in time for Halloween

  12-10-2021 23:27 via kxan.com
  
   (NewsNation Now) — Krispy Kreme has unveiled some spooky sweet treats – just in time for Halloween.The doughnut shop unveiled the temporary new moniker, Krispy Skreme, and new doughnuts in honor of the scariest holiday of the year.
  The doughnuts are:Enchanted Cauldron - A glazed chocolate cake is topped with their signature Kreme and decorated with sprinkles and a pretzel "broomstick." Abra Cat Dabra Doughnut - An original glazed doughnut is dunked in chocolate icing and t
  
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• WATCH: Austin mayor responds to Gov. Abbott's order banning vaccine mandates in businesses

  12-10-2021 23:07 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After Gov. Greg Abbott signed an executive order Monday night which stated 'no entity in Texas' could mandate a COVID-19 vaccine among its employees, Austin Mayor Steve Adler shared his concerns about the order during a joint Austin City Council, Travis County Commissioners Court meeting Tuesday.
  In front of both bodies and local health experts, Adler ended the meeting saying he was confused by the order, and he felt it was inconsistent with Abbott's previous policies.PREVI
  
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• Investigation underway after body found on Wimberley church grounds

  12-10-2021 23:03 via kxan.com
  
  WIMBERLEY, Texas (KXAN) — The Hays County Sheriff's Office says they are conducting a death investigation after a body was found on the grounds of a Wimberley church earlier this week.
  HCSO says the body of Marcus Hamilton, 36, was found Sunday morning at First Baptist Church, which is located in the 15000 block of Winters Mill Parkway.
  The sheriff's office says there is no danger to the public, and the investigation is ongoing. This is a developing story.
  
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• LIST: Pumpkin patches in Central Texas for 2021 season

  12-10-2021 22:42 via kxan.com
  
  CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) — While our weather may not be fall-like just yet, the autumnal spirit is in the air with the approach of Halloween and Thanksgiving. Whether you're carving or decorating, here's a list of local pumpkin patches in the KXAN viewing area.
  Bastrop CountyBarton Hill Farms1115 FM 969, Bastrop, TX 78602Open on Saturday and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. now through Nov. 7Pumpkin patch, corn maze and hay ridesClick here to reserve ticketsBurnet CountySweet Berry Farm1801 FM 1
  
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• Why we see a second severe weather season in the fall

  12-10-2021 22:02 via kxan.com
  
  The calendar says October, but with severe storms and flash flooding in the forecast this week, you may be wondering what gives.While the frequency and severity of severe storms that produce large hail, damaging winds, tornadoes and flash flooding peak in the spring, very similar setups occur in the fall.
  These setups are large low pressure systems that bring cold, dry air toward Central Texas from the west. Ahead of these systems, large influxes of warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico stream
  
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• Trial begins for Kyle man accused of killing 2-year-old son, blamed 'demons'

  12-10-2021 21:35 via kxan.com
  
  KYLE, Texas (KXAN) — The first day of testimony has concluded in what will be a roughly two week long trial to determine if Stevie Dwayne Williams killed his two-year-old son.
  Stevie and his wife, Dazrine Ruth Chagoya-Williams, are both facing capital murder charges in the death of their son who died in Kyle in July 2018.Previous coverage: Kyle parents say ‘demons’ hurt their 2-year-old who diedKyle police say when they responded to the family's home in the 300 block of Marquit
  
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• Live Updates: Trial begins for Kyle man accused of killing 2-year-old son, blamed 'demons'

  12-10-2021 21:35 via kxan.com
  
  KYLE, Texas (KXAN) — Opening statements wrapped up Wednesday morning in the case of one parent who is accused of killing his two-year-old child.
  Stevie Dwayne Williams, 24, and his wife Dazrine Ruth Chagoya-Williams, 20, are facing capital murder charges in the death of their 2-year-old son who died in Kyle in July 2018.Previous coverage: Kyle parents say ‘demons’ hurt their 2-year-old who diedKyle police say when they responded to the family's home in the 300 block of Marquito
  
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• Live Updates: Opening statements begin for Kyle man accused of killing 2-year-old son, blamed 'demons'

  12-10-2021 21:35 via kxan.com
  
  KYLE, Texas (KXAN) — Opening statements are set to begin in the case of one parent who is accused of killing his two-year-old child.
  Stevie Dwayne Williams, 24, and his wife Dazrine Ruth Chagoya-Williams, 20, are facing capital murder charges in the death of their 2-year-old son who died in Kyle in July 2018.Previous coverage: Kyle parents say ‘demons’ hurt their 2-year-old who diedKyle police reported that officers had responded to the family's home in the 300 block of Marquit
  
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• Live blog: Follow trial for Kyle man accused of killing 2-year-old son, blamed 'demons'

  12-10-2021 21:35 via kxan.com
  
  KYLE, Texas (KXAN) — Testimony continues Thursday in what is expected to be a roughly two-week-long trial to determine if Stevie Dwayne Williams killed his two-year-old son.
  Stevie and his wife, Dazrine Ruth Chagoya-Williams, are both facing capital murder charges in the death of their son who died in Kyle in July 2018.Previous coverage: Kyle parents say ‘demons’ hurt their 2-year-old who diedKyle police say when they responded to the family's home in the 300 block of Marquitos
  
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• Jury selection begins for Kyle man accused of killing 2-year-old son, blamed 'demons'

  12-10-2021 21:35 via kxan.com
  
  KYLE, Texas (KXAN) — Jury selection is underway in the case of one parent who is accused of killing his two-year-old child.
  Stevie Dwayne Williams, 24, and his wife Dazrine Ruth Chagoya-Williams, 20, are facing capital murder charges in the death of their 2-year-old son who died in Kyle in July 2018.Previous coverage: Kyle parents say ‘demons’ hurt their 2-year-old who diedKyle police reported that officers had responded to the family's home in the 300 block of Marquitos Drive
  
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• Here's what's changed since Austin-Travis County's last time in Stage 3 COVID-19 risk-based guidelines

  12-10-2021 20:43 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The local health authority announced Tuesday morning that Austin-Travis County is now officially in Stage 3 COVID-19 risk-based guidelines. The move from Stage 4 to Stage 3 allows people who are fully vaccinated to ditch the mask in some situations.Austin-Travis County moves to Stage 3 COVID-19 risk-based guidelinesFor people who are fully vaccinated, masks are recommended:
  During indoor gatherings (when you're around people outside of your immediate household) When you're trave
  
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• LIVE: Coroner says Gabby Petito was strangled to death; Laundrie lawyer releases comment

  12-10-2021 20:32 via kxan.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Teton County Coroner Dr. Brent Blue has confirmed Gabby Petito's cause of death to be strangulation with the manner of death being ruled a homicide.
  Petito was reported missing by her family on Sept. 11 after she did not return from a months-long cross-country trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Her remains were found Sept. 19 at a campground in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. Gabby Petito homicide: Coroner says exact day of death may never be knownDr. B
  
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• LIVE: Coroner says Gabby Petito was strangled to death

  12-10-2021 20:32 via kxan.com
  
  UPDATE:Teton County Coroner Dr. Brent Blue has confirmed Gabby Petito's cause of death to be strangulation. It is believed she died three to four weeks before her body was found.Blue said Wyoming state law does not allow any other information regarding the body's trauma to be released.He did not comment on the body's condition at the time of discovery. While Blue did say the body was outside, he could not say if it was buried or exposed, explaining that the FBI would have to respond.The coroner
  
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• Coroner says Gabby Petito was strangled to death; Laundrie lawyer releases comment

  12-10-2021 20:32 via kxan.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Teton County Coroner Dr. Brent Blue has confirmed Gabby Petito's cause of death to be strangulation with the manner of death being ruled a homicide.
  Petito was reported missing by her family on Sept. 11 after she did not return from a months-long cross-country trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Her remains were found Sept. 19 at a campground in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. Gabby Petito homicide: Coroner says exact day of death may never be knownDr. B
  
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• Austin tech companies paying big bucks for software developers, study finds

  12-10-2021 20:29 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin is quickly becoming America's next great tech city, and with the types of salaries some companies are paying, it's no wonder why.An analysis by Blind, an anonymous professional social network with more than 5 million users, showed nine job postings at tech companies with an Austin presence that are offering total compensation packages of $142,000 or more. Elon Musk announces Tesla’s headquarters will move to AustinOne of Blind's users reported an entry-level so
  
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• Kyrie Irving won't play for Brooklyn Nets until he meets vaccine requirement

  12-10-2021 20:02 via kxan.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Kyrie Irving can continue to choose not to be vaccinated for COVID-19.He just won't play for the Brooklyn Nets until he is. Jon Gruden resigns as Raiders coach over unearthed offensive emailsThe Nets announced Tuesday that Irving would not play or practice with them until he could be a full participant, ending the idea that he would play in only road games.Irving hasn't said he isn’t vaccinated, asking for privacy when he spoke via Zoom during the team’s media d
  
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• Family of Huston-Tillotson student shot and killed files suit against apartment complex

  12-10-2021 19:02 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The family of Natalia Monet Cox, a Huston-Tillotson student shot and killed at her apartment complex in March, has filed a lawsuit against Mid-American Apartment Communities.
  Cox died in the early morning hours of March 31 at the Colonial Grand at Canyon Pointe Apartments in northwest Austin. ‘The girl who never gave up’: Huston-Tillotson student shot and killed in her own apartmentIn May, Austin police arrested Henry Watson, 24, who they believe is connected to
  
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• How to get involved in building Austin-Travis County's booster shot plan

  12-10-2021 18:36 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- In an effort to create a booster shot distribution plan, as was directed by Austin City Council at the end of August, the City of Austin announced they were moving towards gathering community input.
  Health leaders announced Tuesday in a COVID-19 update before Austin City Council and Travis County Commissioners that they will host two virtual town halls and take community feedback over the next few weeks.PREVIOUS COVERAGE: COVID-19 booster shots could be bumped back, here’s
  
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• Some sunshine and drying ahead of Friday's cold front

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Heavy rain is over with and weather conditions will continue to gradually improve today.Rainfall has totaled between 1"-8" across Central Texas with the highest amounts in Hays and Caldwell County. Numerous low water crossings and roads are closed as of this morning.The river of most concern is the San Marcos River at Luling, which is at moderate flood stage with river levels expected to crest this afternoon. Moderate flooding in Palmetto State Park near Luling could flood
  
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• Scattered storms continue ahead of main flash flooding threat from Tropical Storm Pamela

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After a damp and humid day, we expect a damp and humid night.Scattered showers and storms will remain possible through the night, first focused near and east of I-35 and then overnight a renewed threat for rain toward the Hill Country. Briefly heavy rain and lightning will be the main risk into the evening.Tonight's ForecastActivity ramps up after midnight through Wednesday morning with more widespread rain approaching from the west bringing widespread rain to the Hill Coun
  
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• Quiet now, but heavy rain/thunderstorms with flash flood threat tonight

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Remnants of what is now Tropical Storm Pamela moving onshore over western Mexico are expected to bring heavy rain and the risk of flash flooding to Central Texas by tonight. Let's dive into it...A Flash Flood Watch in effect for much of the area through 7PM Thursday. The highest risk of flooding falls along and west of I-35 where 2"-5" of rain is possible. It's not out of the question to see pockets of 5"-7" in the Hill Country.A low-end severe weather risk comes with any r
  
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• Heavy rain expected in Central Texas, risk of flash flooding

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Remnants of Hurricane Pamela (currently situated near the Baja Peninsula) are expected to bring heavy rain and the risk of flash flooding to Central Texas by tonight. Let's dive into it...A Flash Flood Watch in effect for much of the area through 7PM Thursday. The highest risk of flooding falls along and west of I-35 where 2"-5" of rain is possible. It's not out of the question to see pockets of 5"-7" in the Hill Country.A low-end severe weather risk comes with any rotating
  
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• Flood warnings continue, but Flash Flood Warnings and Watches have been cancelled

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Heavy rain is over with and skies will gradually improve today.Rainfall has totaled between 1"-8" across Central Texas with the highest amounts in Hays and Caldwell County. Numerous low water crossings and roads are closed as of this morning.The Flash Flood Watch has been cancelled, but Onion Creek at 183 is experiencing minor flooding, as is the Blanco River at San Marcos.The river of most concern is the San Marcos River at Luling, which is at moderate flood stage with riv
  
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• Flash Flood Watch issued - heavy rain and thunderstorms on the way

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — We saw a significant increase in moisture overnight that replaced the dry, calm conditions of Monday with gloomy, rainy, and foggy conditions Tuesday.Morning showers and isolated thunderstorms have already dropped over an inch of rain along a line from Gillespie to Williamson counties.
  On again/off again rain showers will continue throughout the rest of Tuesday. We can't rule out isolated thunderstorms to drop heavier amounts of rain through tomorrow. But the "main event" o
  
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• Flash flood watch expanded as area of heaviest rain shifts slightly

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Despite mostly dry weather during the day on Wednesday, our forecast tonight into Thursday morning remains largely unchanged.
  Remnants from what was once Hurricane Pamela are still pushing toward Central Texas and will begin impacting the Hill Country by early-evening and then eventually the Austin Metro during the late evening and overnight.FLASH FLOOD WATCHA Flash Flood Watch has been EXPANDED to include Bastrop and Caldwell Counties as the potential for flooding rains ha
  
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• Flash Flood Warnings continue, heavy rain moving east

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Heavy rain continues to move northeast into our eastern counties bringing a risk of flash flooding and dangerous travel.Rainfall has totaled between 1"-8" across Central Texas with the highest amounts in Hays and Caldwell County. Numerous low water crossings and roads are closed as of this morning.A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect until 7PM Thursday.Stay with the First Warning Weather Team as we continue to make adjustments to the forecast.Sign up for our daily forecast
  
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• Flash Flood Warnings continue, heavy rain moves into eastern counties

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Heavy rain continues to push through the Metro and Eastern Counties as we head into Thursday morning.The Flash Flood Threat has shifted to be centered squarely over the Austin Metro and surrounding counties with a lower Flash Flood risk in our western Hill Country as rain intensity has been fading.FLASH FLOOD THREATThe risk of flash flooding has decreased for parts of the western Hill Country where Flash Flood Watches have been cancelled.
  The Flash Flood Watch has been can
  
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• Flash flood risk centers squarely on the Austin Metro and surrounding counties

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Remnants from what was once Hurricane Pamela are now pushing into Central Texas and have already started bringing heavy rain to the Hill Country and western parts of our Metro Counties.If rain hasn't started for you yet, here's an updated timeline of when we expect that it will:HEAVIEST RAIN ARRIVAL TIMEThe Flash Flood Threat has shifted to be centered squarely over the Austin Metro and surrounding counties with a lower Flash Flood risk in our western Hill Country as rain i
  
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• A month's worth of rain possible over the next two days

  12-10-2021 18:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Scattered showers and storms will become increasingly likely after midnight. Heavy rain and lightning will be the main risk with the Hill Country getting the most rain before sunrise.Tonight's ForecastEventually waves of rain arrive into the Metro for the Wednesday morning commute. Rain will take longer to reach our eastern counties, but will bring some showers there too.Activity may taper a little bit Wednesday afternoon ahead of the main flooding threat Wednesday night in
  
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• 'World's Biggest Bounce House' coming to Austin in November

  12-10-2021 17:53 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — It's time to jump around, Austin.Big Bounce America, owners of the "World's Biggest Bounce House," will be at Carson Creek Ranch from Nov. 5-7, and it's bringing the massive inflatable playground with it. Austin-Travis County moves to Stage 3 COVID-19 risk-based guidelinesThe 13,000 square-foot bounce house, certified by Guinness as the world's biggest, is just one of four attractions that will be at the ranch, located at 9507 Sherman Road. There will be a "Sport Slam" aren
  
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• Austin's newest skyscraper is also one of its greenest

  12-10-2021 17:22 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) - The city's skyline has transformed a lot in the past few years. Austin's newest skyscraper, the Indeed building, actually is a little special: it earned LEED Certification. What is LEED Certification and why did this building earn top marks? Meteorologist Nick Bannin spoke to the architects behind the building and learned the details. You watch the full interview above.Learn more about Austin's skyline:What all is being built in downtown Austin? The Austin Business Journal has be
  
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• LIVE: APD highlights events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

  12-10-2021 15:43 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department will hold a virtual meeting at 4 p.m. Tuesday to discuss its plans to highlight October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.During the meeting, they'll talk about a number of events, both in-person and virtual, that the public can participate in to help raise awareness of domestic violence.October: Light Up Purple Campaign – use purple lighting to show support and awarenessOct. 21: Wearing purple to raise awarenessOct. 25: Upstander Train
  
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• APD highlights events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

  12-10-2021 15:43 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department will hold a virtual meeting at 4 p.m. Tuesday to discuss its plans to highlight October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.During the meeting, they'll talk about a number of events, both in-person and virtual, that the public can participate in to help raise awareness of domestic violence.October: Light Up Purple Campaign – use purple lighting to show support and awarenessOct. 21: Wearing purple to raise awarenessOct. 25: Upstander Train
  
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• APD chief assures victims that officers will respond to domestic violence calls

  12-10-2021 15:43 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin police chief assured victims that officers will respond in person to domestic violence calls.
  Chief Joseph Chacon addressed concerns that the department's recent policy change about non-emergency calls would affect how officers handle domestic violence investigations.
  "It has always been, and will continue to be, APD's policy to have officers respond in person to domestic violence calls," Chacon said. "If you are a victim of domestic violence, regardless of the t
  
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• 15-year-old boy hit on road where another teenager was killed two years ago

  12-10-2021 14:06 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 15-year-old is in the hospital recovering after being hit by a driver along East Yager Lane earlier this month.
  The boy suffered a skull fracture and doctors had to perform two brain surgeries. His mother said he will require physical and occupational therapy before getting back to normal. The mother and other neighbors are just thankful he's alive. Neighbors are frustrated as this is not the first time a 15-year-old has been struck by a driver in the area.FROM 2019: Boy
  
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• 1 dead in multi-vehicle crash with an 18-wheeler on I-35 in Round Rock; southbound lanes reopening

  12-10-2021 13:19 via kxan.com
  
  ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — A person died in a multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler on Interstate 35 on Tuesday in Round Rock, and the freeway began reopening hours after the crash.Round Rock Police said three vehicles were part of the wreck on I-35 near State Highway 45 and Hesters Crossing that closed the southbound lanes Tuesday morning around 5:15 a.m. RRPD said there are two others injured as a result of the crash.5:45AM UPDATE: Southbound IH-35 remains shut down at Hesters Cros
  
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• 1 dead in multi-vehicle crash with an 18-wheeler on I-35 in Round Rock; southbound lanes closed

  12-10-2021 13:19 via kxan.com
  
  ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — A person died in a multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler on Interstate 35 on Tuesday in Round Rock, and the freeway is closed on the southbound side.Round Rock Police said three vehicles were part of the wreck on I-35 near State Highway 45 and Hesters Crossing that closed the southbound lanes Tuesday morning around 5:15 a.m. RRPD said there are two others injured as a result of the crash.5:45AM UPDATE: Southbound IH-35 remains shut down at Hesters Crossing.
  
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• Flash Flood Watch issued, heavy rain threat with remnants of Pacific hurricane

  12-10-2021 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After a mainly quiet day Monday, rain chances ramp up again Tuesday and are likely to increase in intensity and coverage in the days to follow.A strong upper level low pressure system continues to dig south over the western U.S. bringing rain and snow to the Great Basin and Rocky Mountain states. The bulk of this storm will generally stay to our north but will stay close enough to help pull Pacific tropical moisture north into Texas. This moisture will fuel the heavy rain s
  
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• Justice Department again presses to halt Texas abortion law

  12-10-2021 08:57 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (AP/KXAN) — The Biden administration urged the courts again Monday night to step in and suspend a new Texas law that has banned most abortions since early September, as clinics hundreds of miles away remain busy with Texas patients making long journeys to get care.The latest attempt comes three days after the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated the nation's most restrictive abortion law after a brief 48-hour window last week in which Texas abortion providers — fo
  
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• What is an 'endemic' and will we ever get there with COVID-19?

  12-10-2021 05:44 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Nexstar) — After a weekend of Texas-sized events and the summer COVID-19 surge appearing to be turning, many are wondering if the worst is truly behind us.
  Most epidemiologists will say it's hard to predict.
  Dr. Jennifer Shuford, Texas' chief epidemiologist, said at least for now, the current trends are promising for the Lone Star State."One thing that was expected is that we would have steep increases in cases and hospitalizations just because this last variant was so contagious &
  
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• Southwest Airlines addresses cancelations, delays — why one expert says it may happen again

  12-10-2021 05:36 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Dozens of Southwest Airlines flights in and out of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport were still delayed Monday night."We have been delayed three times now, today," said Anna Rounds, trying to get back home to St. Louis onSouthwest Airlines.
  The airline canceled 10% of its scheduled flights earlier in the day. Southwest Airlines cancels dozens of Austin flights during busiest days
  Rounds says her flight to Austin was also delayed for seven hours.
  "We want to be able to
  
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• Person dead after crash involving vehicle, pedestrian in south Austin

  12-10-2021 05:06 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A person is dead after a crash involving a vehicle and pedestrian in south Austin Monday night.
  Austin-Travis County EMS says it happened just before 9:45 p.m. in the 600 block of East Ben White service road westbound. That's just west of Interstate 35.
  Closures will be in place as the crash investigation gets underway.#ATXTrafficFatality: #ATCEMSMedics have obtained a Deceased On Scene pronouncement ~600blk E Ben White Svrd WB (21:41) as a result of a vehicle vs pedestrian
  
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• Miami Police Chief Art Acevedo suspended after less than a year in role

  12-10-2021 03:42 via kxan.com
  
  MIAMI (KXAN/NBC 6) — After only six months in the role, Miami's city manager on Monday suspended Miami Police Chief Art Acevedo with the goal of firing him.NBC 6 in Miami reports City Manager Art Noriega said Acevedo's relationship with the police department and community has "deteriorated beyond repair," and he's "not the right fit" for them.
  Noriega said it's time to search for someone new to lead the department.
  NBC 6 says recently, Acevedo has been in a feud with city commissioners aft
  
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• LIVE: Former Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo suspended after less than a year in Miami role

  12-10-2021 03:42 via kxan.com
  
  MIAMI (KXAN/NBC 6) — After only six months in the role, Miami's city manager on Monday suspended Miami Police Chief Art Acevedo with the goal of firing him.NBC 6 in Miami reports City Manager Art Noriega said Acevedo's relationship with the police department and community has "deteriorated beyond repair," and he's "not the right fit" for them.
  Noriega said it's time to search for someone new to lead the department.
  NBC 6 says recently, Acevedo has been in a feud with city commissioners aft
  
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• Former Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo suspended after less than a year in Miami role

  12-10-2021 03:42 via kxan.com
  
  MIAMI (KXAN/NBC 6) — After only six months in the role, Miami's city manager on Monday suspended Miami Police Chief Art Acevedo with the goal of firing him.NBC 6 in Miami reports City Manager Art Noriega said Acevedo's relationship with the police department and community has "deteriorated beyond repair," and he's "not the right fit" for them.
  Noriega said it's time to search for someone new to lead the department.
  NBC 6 says recently, Acevedo has been in a feud with city commissioners aft
  
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• Austin's Sobering Center opens new dorm tailored for those coming off of stimulants

  12-10-2021 03:03 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin-Travis County's Sobering Center will begin separating people they intake by substance instead of gender.Drink too much on Sixth Street? Rides to Sobering Center will be availableThe center says it's making the change after three years of service "to better meet clients where they are."The center explains people act differently depending on whether they're on a depressant or stimulant, so having a more fitting environment for each will allow staff to provide the best
  
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• Another big Cowboys win behind an electric offense

  12-10-2021 02:48 via kxan.com
  
  Frisco, Texas (Silver Star Nation) - The Dallas Cowboys continue to rack up stats not seen since the 1980s as they have now won their last four games for an early-season record of 4-1.This is the Cowboys' best start to a season since 2016 when Dallas lost its season opener before reeling off 11 straight wins. NEXT: Georgetown’s Mason Crosby becomes Packers hero after 3 missed kicksAgain on Sunday, the Cowboys dominated the game as they handed the New York Giants a 44-20 drubbing at AT&
  
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• Argument over Texas A&M, Alabama game led to fatal shooting

  12-10-2021 02:40 via kxan.com
  
  BESSEMER, Ala. (AP) — An argument over the University of Alabama football team’s loss to Texas A&M led to a deadly shooting at an Alabama home, police said.Two men started fighting over which team was better at a gathering in the Birmingham suburb Bessemer when the game was in its final minutes Saturday night, Lt. Christian Clemons told news outlets. The homeowner asked the men to leave and shots were fired outside. Texas A&M fined $100K for rushing field after upset of No. 1
  
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• 86 points of interest circled in search for missing Texas State student Jason Landry

  12-10-2021 01:36 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — There are new search images in the effort to find a Texas State student who went missing while driving home from school 10 months ago.Jason Landry, 21, disappeared in December on his way home to Missouri City, Texas after he crashed his car off Salt Flat Road near Luling. Cell phone data tracks missing Texas State student Jason Landry’s route before his disappearanceThe car was found abandoned and so were some personal belongings including clothing, his cell phone, wa
  
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• Sign-stealing accusations lofted at Houston Astros again

  12-10-2021 01:02 via kxan.com
  
  CHICAGO (KXAN) — The Houston Astros are dismissing a Chicago White Sox pitcher's claim that Houston players are stealing signs during the American League Divisional Series.Reliever Ryan Tepera insinuated the Astros were stealing signs during the first two games of the series — which happened to be 6-1 and 9-4 Astros wins at Minute Maid Park. Astros-White Sox: Game 4 of ALDS postponed to TuesdayTepera made the comment after pitching two scoreless innings in Chicago's 12-6 game three w
  
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