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• OU trails Kansas at the half before rallying for 35-23 win

  23-10-2021 23:53 via kxan.com
  
  LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Caleb Williams threw two touchdown pass, ran 40-yards for a score on a pivotal fourth down and No. 3 Oklahoma rallied to beat Kansas 35-23 and avoid an enormous upset Saturday.The Sooners (8-0, 5-0 Big 12) trailed by double figures on two occasions — including 10-0 at the half —- but outscored the Jayhawks 35-13 in the second half to win their 16th straight game. Formula 1 Austin: Shuttle issues for F1 race weekend ‘inconveniencing’ fansJason B
  
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• Teen from Austin races alongside Formula 1 at US Grand Prix

  23-10-2021 23:27 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- You can pay a whole lot of money to sit at the best turn or in the fanciest suite, but you're still not going to have a view like 16-year-old Austin native Ryan Shehan has of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix race weekend.
  Shehan is racing at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) for the Formula 4 United States Championships. He'll bump elbows with the best drivers in the sport.Formula 1 Austin: What to know before you go to the US Grand Prix"It's amazing," Shehan told KXAN after
  
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• Shuttle issues for F1 race weekend 'inconveniencing' fans

  23-10-2021 23:01 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Circuit of the Americas released a statement Saturday following delays with its shuttle service for the Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix race weekend.The Circuit says more than 100 buses canceled at the last moment, leaving shuttle guests "disappointed and inconvenienced." Formula 1 Austin: What to know before you go to the US Grand PrixIn the lead-up to the race weekend, track officials recommended using one of its two shuttle locations to get to COTA due to expec
  
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• Formula 1 Austin: Shuttle issues for F1 race weekend 'inconveniencing' fans

  23-10-2021 23:01 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Circuit of the Americas released a statement Saturday following significant delays with its shuttle service for the Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix race weekend.The Circuit says more than 100 buses canceled at the last moment, leaving shuttle guests "disappointed and inconvenienced." Formula 1 Austin: What to know before you go to the US Grand PrixIn the lead-up to the race weekend, track officials recommended using one of its two shuttle locations to get to COTA
  
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• Austin airport expecting busiest day ever after Formula 1 weekend

  23-10-2021 22:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- If you have to fly early next week, the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is warning that you could experience long lines and packed flights. The number of people flying out of Austin Sunday and Monday could break records as hundreds of thousands of people depart after Formula 1 weekend.According to Circuit of the Americas, the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix race is sold out. Through the course of the weekend just under 400,000 people will be at COTA, many of them from
  
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• First responders rescue 3 people who fell in trench at construction site in Travis County

  23-10-2021 21:45 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY (KXAN) — First responders were on the scene of a trench rescue Saturday afternoon near Creedmoor.
  Austin-Travis County EMS said it was on the scene of the rescue just before 2 p.m. in the 2000 block of FM 1327.
  First responders said a 911 caller said several people fell into a trench at a construction site and were unable to get out.
  ATCEMS said three people were involved and two were rescued with non-life-threatening injuries. The third person was unconscious and will likely
  
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• Bomb cyclone, atmospheric river to give 1-2 punch to West Coast this weekend

  23-10-2021 21:34 via kxan.com
  
  (KXAN) — The most significant of storms in a parade of active weather for the West Coast is now underway.Over the past week, parts of Northern California up to Washington have seen several inches of valley rain and mountain snow, as storm after storm has pummeled the region. By Sunday, the strongest of the series will be moving in creating a phenomenon called an "atmospheric river" in combination with a "bomb cyclone."A bomb cyclone is a low pressure system that drops 24 millibars in 24 ho
  
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• WEEKEND READ: Jake Ehlinger's death was accidental overdose, Kyle father guilty of 2 year-old's murder

  23-10-2021 19:57 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — This week, Texas' abortion law made its way back to the U.S. Supreme Court where it was allowed to continue — for now. Meanwhile, an update on the untimely death of a Texas Longhorn player and the final verdict on a Kyle father convicted of murdering his two year-old.Jake Ehlinger accidental overdoseThe family of University of Texas student and Texas Longhorns linebacker Jake Ehlinger say the 20-year-old’s May death was due to an accidental drug overdo
  
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• Chipotle removing new brisket option from menu earlier than planned

  23-10-2021 19:37 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Get your brisket before it’s gone, Chipotle fans.The restaurant chain’s new brisket protein option, which debuted only a month ago in late September, is slated to be removed from the Chipotle menu after November, CEO Brian Niccol said during a Q3 earnings call this week.“Our culinary team spent the last two years developing the perfect smoked brisket recipe that is unique to our brand and pairs flawlessly with our fresh, real ingredients,” Niccol said Th
  
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• Investigation underway after anti-Semitic, racist words and symbols painted on Anderson High parking spots

  23-10-2021 19:04 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A local synagogue is hosting an event Saturday to address a recent incident at Anderson High School, where offensive, racist words and symbols were painted across several student parking spots.
  Congregation Agudas Achim is hosting the gathering on Saturday, in the wake of the graffiti at Anderson.
  An investigation is underway after anti-Semitic, racist symbols and words were painted on parking spots at Anderson High School. (Courtesy: Ford McCracken)In a letter sent to pare
  
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• Texas campaigners put pressure on President Biden to declare climate emergency

  23-10-2021 18:55 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas climate campaigners are turning up the heat on President Joe Biden ahead of the Global Climate Summit in Scotland next month.Various groups including Extinction Rebellion and Clean Energy Now Texas held a rally in downtown Austin on Saturday morning, calling on the president to take decisive action.They want President Biden to stop the use of fossil fuels and declare a national climate emergency.Campaigners call on President Biden to act on the climate at a protest in
  
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• Is a big Whole Foods distribution center on its way to the Austin suburbs?

  23-10-2021 18:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Austin Business Journal) — Whole Foods Market Inc., one of Austin's largest and most prominent local companies, appears to be on the verge of building a massive distribution center in the suburbs.Project details emerged in an Oct. 14 filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, which indicates that a 132,942-square foot "Whole Foods SW Distribution Center" is on its way to 9917 Hill Lane in Manor.The space includes distribution and warehouse space, an adm
  
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• Six new businesses are coming to the Aldrich Street district

  23-10-2021 16:57 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Six new businesses are coming to the Aldrich Street district in east Austin.
  The activity hub of the Mueller community announced it was welcoming new businesses to its "eclectic mix."More cranes on the horizon: New buildings to go up near Mueller control towerVeracruz All Natural, Tinys Milk & Cookies, Marufuku Ramen, Austin Eye Studio, Lone Star Pediatric Dental and Braces and Vio Med Spa will soon call Aldrich Street home.
  “We’re proud to announce this nex
  
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• Do I have salmonella poisoning or is it something else entirely?

  23-10-2021 15:42 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – A recent multistate outbreak of salmonella is prompting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to urge members of the public to monitor for possible symptoms if they believe they have been infected.The CDC estimates that salmonella bacteria causes roughly "1.3 million infections every year,” according to Belsie González, a master of public health and the senior public affairs specialist for the CDC. Of those cases, about 420 per year are fatal, the ag
  
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• Central Texas K-9 is a fighter after being bitten twice by a rattlesnake

  23-10-2021 15:14 via kxan.com
  
  WOODWAY, Texas — Woodway Public Safety K-9 Shaka was playing outside her handler's home when a rattlesnake attacked her."It didn't have any rattles on it. I didn't hear anything but her, and the snake got into it, got her away from it," says Officer Joshua Hilliard, Shaka's handler.When Officer Hilliard noticed the snake on Shaka, it had already bitten her twice."Fortunately, it was in her head, face. It's a great recovery and survival with that, with dogs," says Hilliard.Hilliard removed
  
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• Spotty showers possible, otherwise hot & humid weekend in store

  23-10-2021 14:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — We're continuing our "wash-rinse-repeat" forecast this weekend with morning clouds and afternoon sunshine.An isolated shower or storm will be possible this afternoon, mainly along and east of I-35. These showers and storms will be quick moving, with only about less than a 0.10" possible. Sunday looks to be dry and sunny for everyone.This weekend, Formula One fans at the U.S. Grand Prix will enjoy warm, humid weather with plenty of afternoon sun. While the forecast on Sunday
  
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• Spotty showers into early this evening ahead of record October heat

  23-10-2021 14:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A few showers or storms will be possible this afternoon and early evening, mainly east of I-35. These showers and storms are moving from south to north and shouldn't last too long. The greatest chances for storms comes between now and 7pm and favors our eastern counties. Still, a spotty shower is still possible at Circuit of the Americas for US Grand Prix Qualifying along with several other events.Sunday's rain chances have dropped to less than 10% as morning clouds give wa
  
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• Record heat possible ahead of a strong mid-week cold front

  23-10-2021 14:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A few showers or storms will be possible early Saturday evening, mainly well east of Interstate 35.
  These showers and storms are moving from south to north and shouldn't last too long.
  Sunday's rain chances have dropped to less than 10% as morning clouds give way to increasing sunshine into the afternoon. It should be hotter on Sunday as high temperatures inch close to 90 degrees. With dew points in the upper 60s, it will feel rather humid especially for October standards.T
  
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• World Series bound! Houston Astros head to Fall Classic for 3rd time in 5 years

  23-10-2021 06:05 via kxan.com
  
  HOUSTON (AP) — Rookie Luis García showed the poise of an October ace, Yordan Alvarez stayed hot at the plate and the Houston Astros earned yet another trip to the World Series, beating the Boston Red Sox 5-0 Friday night in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series.The Astros advanced to the World Series for the fourth time overall and the second time in three seasons. They won the championship in 2017, a crown tainted by the team’s sign-stealing scandal, before losing to the Washi
  
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• Texas high school football: Week 9 scores

  23-10-2021 05:47 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN/AP) — It's gut check time in Texas high school football as teams fight for the playoffs and a district championship.After Friday's games, only two weeks remain in the regular season. The UIL state playoffs start the week of Nov. 12. In District 26-6A, Westlake and Lake Travis remain undefeated in district play, and set for a Nov. 5 collision course at Chaparral Stadium. MORE Texas high school footballThe Chaps and Cavaliers will likely be playing for the district title on the
  
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• Less than 6% of registered Travis County voters have cast their ballots in the November election

  23-10-2021 05:27 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After eight days of early voting in the Nov. 2 election, less than 6 percent of registered Travis County voters have cast their ballot.Daily figures released by the Travis County Clerk show 49,165 ballots have been cast so far, out of 849,679 registered voters. That's a turnout of just 5.79 percent. GUIDE: What you need to know for the November 2 electionTurnout in off-year elections is typically lower. In 2019, 15 percent of registered Travis County voters actually voted,
  
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• Less than 4% of registered Travis County voters have cast their ballots so far in the November election

  23-10-2021 05:27 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After five days of early voting in the Nov. 2 election, less than 4 percent of registered Travis County voters have cast their ballot.Daily figures released by the Travis County Clerk show 33,011 ballots have been cast so far, out of 849,679 registered voters. That's a turnout of just 3.89 percent. GUIDE: What you need to know for the November 2 electionTurnout in off-year elections is typically lower. In 2019, 15 percent of registered Travis County voters actually voted, c
  
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• Early voter turnout: How many people have voted in Travis, Williamson and Hays Counties?

  23-10-2021 05:27 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After the completion of 12 days of early voting in the Nov. 2 election, less than 12 percent of registered Travis County voters have cast their ballot.Daily figures released by the Travis County Clerk show 100,632 ballots were cast early, out of 849,679 registered voters. That's a turnout of 11.84 percent. GUIDE: What you need to know for the November 2 electionTurnout in off-year elections is typically lower. In 2019, 15 percent of registered Travis County voters actually
  
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• Austin film professionals talk safety guidelines after deadly shooting on Alec Baldwin movie set

  23-10-2021 04:55 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — As stars, writers and fans gathered in downtown Austin under the lights of the Paramount Theater for the annual Film Festival, this year’s event held some shock and sadness, in addition to the usual excitement.
  The day the event kicked off, news broke about a deadly accidental shooting on the set of an Alec Baldwin movie just one state away. Warrant: Assistant director unknowingly handed Alec Baldwin loaded gunAccording to officials in New Mexico, the actor discharged
  
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• Formula 1 Austin: What to know about COVID-19 protocols at US Grand Prix

  23-10-2021 04:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Public Health says it will monitor and track COVID-19 cases following the Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix race weekend at Circuit of the Americas.Austin health officials did the same after the two weekends of the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Earlier this week, APH said a total of 36 COVID-19 cases so far were linked to ACL. Formula 1 Austin: What to know before you go to the US Grand PrixWith over 360,000 people expected to be at COTA over the three-d
  
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• ALERRT active shooter training center receives nearly $10 million grant from Dept. of Justice

  23-10-2021 04:02 via kxan.com
  
  SAN MARCOS (KXAN) — The Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center at Texas State has received a nearly $10 million grant from the Department of Justice.
  The ALERRT Center received the $9.8 million Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant from the Department of Justice's Preparing for Active Shooter Situations (PASS) program.Previous coverage: ALERRT program trains officers, including APD, for mass shooting events"ALERRT has saved many lives through its valua
  
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• Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs on pace to break franchise interception record

  23-10-2021 03:21 via kxan.com
  
  FRISCO, Texas (Silver Star Nation) — In the 2020 season, the Dallas Cowboys' defense finished with 10 interceptions. So far this season, the defense has surpassed that with 11 interceptions after six games.Star cornerback Trevon Diggs accounts for seven of those 11 interceptions. Diggs is on pace to break the Cowboys' single-season franchise record of 11 set by Everson Walls in 1981 and also, threatening the NFL record set by Dick 'Night Train' Lane in 1952. Mickey Spagnola on Dallas' hard
  
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• Tempers flare in Austin between Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton during Friday practice session

  23-10-2021 02:44 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The red-hot rivalry between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton returned to the race track with a flip of the finger and an insult.It was only practice but the exchange Friday between the Formula One title contenders made for a spirited opening day of the U.S. Grand Prix and showed this championship duel between the Red Bull and Mercedes drivers is just hitting its peak heading into the final six races of the season. Formula 1 Austin: What to know before you go to the US
  
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• Warrant: Assistant director unknowingly handed Alec Baldwin loaded gun

  23-10-2021 01:47 via kxan.com
  
  SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Alec Baldwin was handed a loaded weapon by an assistant director who indicated it was safe to use in the moments before the actor fatally shot a cinematographer, court records released Friday show.The assistant director did not know the prop gun was loaded with live rounds, according to a search warrant filed in a Santa Fe court.Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was shot in the chest on the set of a Western starring Baldwin. Director Joel Souza was wounded. The records
  
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• Westlake stays undefeated with 55-6 win over Akins

  23-10-2021 00:54 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The countdown is on toward an undefeated Westlake regular season. The Chaparrals are hitting the home stretch with only three games remaining before postseason play.Westlake. the No. 1-ranked team in 6A, moved to 7-0 last week after a 77-0 win at Hays. This week, Westlake (7-0, 4-0) hosts Akins (4-3, 2-2) at Chaparral Stadium at 7:20 p.m. CT. You can watch the game live on KXAN.com. MORE Texas high school football coverageYou can watch every Westlake regular season football
  
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• Westlake football hosts Akins Friday night — watch live on KXAN.com

  23-10-2021 00:54 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The countdown is on toward an undefeated Westlake regular season. The Chaparrals are hitting the home stretch with only three games remaining before postseason play.Westlake. the No. 1-ranked team in 6A, moved to 7-0 last week after a 77-0 win at Hays. This week, Westlake (7-0, 4-0) hosts Akins (4-3, 2-2) at Chaparral Stadium at 7:20 p.m. CT. You can watch the game live on KXAN.com. MORE Texas high school football coverageYou can watch every Westlake regular season football
  
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• WATCH LIVE: Westlake football hosts Akins, aiming to stay undefeated for season

  23-10-2021 00:54 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The countdown is on toward an undefeated Westlake regular season. The Chaparrals are hitting the home stretch with only three games remaining before postseason play.Westlake. the No. 1-ranked team in 6A, moved to 7-0 last week after a 77-0 win at Hays. This week, Westlake (7-0, 4-0) hosts Akins (4-3, 2-2) at Chaparral Stadium at 7:20 p.m. CT. You can watch the game live on KXAN.com. MORE Texas high school football coverageYou can watch every Westlake regular season football
  
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• Brian Laundrie's remains given to anthropologist, lawyer says

  23-10-2021 00:42 via kxan.com
  
  (NewsNation Now) — The remains of Brian Laundrie were sent to an anthropologist because medical examiners could not determine his cause of death, according to his attorney, Steven Bertolino.Investigators have not said exactly what condition the remains were in when they found them on Wednesday. Sources have told NewsNation they were bones and a partial skull.Police sources told NewsNation's Brian Entin they are confident they will "eventually" determine a cause of death.A forensic anthropo
  
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• 'Rust' camera crew left set in protest hours before Alec Baldwin fatal shooting, report says

  23-10-2021 00:37 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Several members of the camera crew walked off the New Mexico set of "Rust" in protest hours before lead actor and producer Alec Baldwin fatally shot the cinematographer and wounded the movie's director with a prop gun, the Los Angeles Times reports.The half-dozen camera crew operators and their assistants left the set of the Western over a dispute about working conditions, including long hours and low pay, three people not authorized to speak publicly told the newspaper.An unna
  
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• Here's how to dispose of unwanted prescription meds in Travis County this weekend

  23-10-2021 00:27 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY (KXAN) — Travis County is participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 23.
  The county says that constables are teaming up with the Drug Enforcement Administration to allow the public to dispose of unused, expired or unwanted prescription drugs. The service is free.
  Residents can drop off their medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at Constable Precincts 2, 4 and 5.
  The public is asked to wear masks as they drive through the collection site.
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