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• Why your tamales might be more expensive this holiday season

  13-12-2021 23:43 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — For Max Varela, CEO of Alicia's Tacoriendo in Austin, the practice of making tamales during the holidays is a celebration and recognition of one's ancestors, he said. Families gather around kitchen tables, preparing tamales and recalling memories of their loved ones and personal traditions.For many Central Texas families, tamales are a cornerstone of the holiday season. This year though, an increased cost for ingredients has led to some shops increasing their tamale prices,
  
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• 1 year after disappearance, phone data, privacy concerns at center of Jason Landry case

  13-12-2021 23:19 via kxan.com
  
  CALDWELL COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — It's been one year since the disappearance of Jason Landry, a 21-year-old Texas State University student heading home for the holidays when his car was found crashed on a rural road near Luling.In the year since, family members, loved ones and investigators still seek answers to what factors may have led up to Landry's disappearance — and cell phone data lies at the root of a professional disagreement between investigators working on the case. RELATED:
  
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• Woman stabbed in Travis County home identified, person of interest left US

  13-12-2021 22:51 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — The Travis County Sheriff's Office on Monday identified the woman found dead inside a home in the Manchaca area last week. Deputies are looking for a person of interest who may have left the U.S.
  TCSO said the victim was Catherine Lyamvi Ngongoseke, 60, of California. She was found with "multiple stab wounds" inside a home on Buffalo Ridge Drive Thursday morning, according to the agency.2 unrelated homicides in 2 days: Travis County Sheriff’s Office inve
  
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• Rick Perry (not that one) is running for Texas governor

  13-12-2021 22:41 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — He's not the former governor, but Rick Perry is running for Texas governor.
  Rick Lynn Perry, a computer engineer from Springtown, filed for a spot on the Republican primary ballot Monday, according to the Republican Party of Texas.State of Texas: Federal lawsuit over redistricting might delay Texas primary electionPerry's filing was first reported by our partners at the Texas Tribune.It was not immediately clear whether Perry has any political experience. KXAN reached out t
  
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• Coca-Cola, Sprite, Minute Maid recalled over potential presence of metal pieces

  13-12-2021 22:34 via kxan.com
  
  (WXIN) – Have Coke, Sprite or Minute Maid in your refrigerator? You may want to check the labels after a pair of recalls from Coca-Cola.The products were the subject of a voluntary recall because they could contain foreign objects such as metal bolts or washers, according to Food Safety News.The Minute Maid drinks were available in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New York, North Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, Maine and New Jersey, according to the Food and Drug Administration.The Minute Maid rec
  
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• Construction starts on $3B mixed-use redevelopment near Domain

  13-12-2021 22:28 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Austin Business Journal) — A Philadelphia-based company says it has officially started construction on a 66-acre, $3 billion community just east of the Domain in north Austin.
  Brandywine Realty Trust's project, located at 11501 Burnet Road, will feature 7 million square feet of office, residential, retail and hospitality spaces. The Austin Business Journal calls it "one of the biggest redevelopment projects in Austin's history."Brandywine is promising to extend the borders of Austi
  
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• Another warming trend carries us to record heat this week

  13-12-2021 22:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Southerly winds have started our warming trend that will bring more clouds, humidity and warm temperatures in the days to come.Afternoon highs will be quick to warm with temps in the 60s today, 70s Tuesday and 80s Wednesday. Temperatures will near records both Wednesday and Thursday with highs climbing towards 80 degrees. Each day will also favor muggy to humid conditions with more clouds than sun.We can't rule out a mix of drizzle, mist, and fog each morning through Friday
  
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• Texas auto dealer exec Erik Charles Maund indicted in murder-for-hire of Nashville couple

  13-12-2021 21:28 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A partner in the well-known Maund Automotive Group is accused of paying to have a Nashville woman and her boyfriend kidnapped and killed.Austin resident Erik Charles Maund, 46, was charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping, kidnapping resulting in death, and carrying, brandishing and discharging a firearm in relation to a crime of violence.Two other Austinites, Gilad Peled, 47, and Bryon Brockway, 46, also received the same charges.According to the U.S. Department of Jus
  
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• APD identifies worker hit, killed by SUV on I-35 frontage road Friday

  13-12-2021 20:53 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department has identified one of two workers killed Friday in a crash on the Interstate 35 frontage road in east Austin.APD said Jeremy Singleton, 30, was hit a black 2015 Porsche SUV that veered off the road going northbound down the service road near Teri Road around 9:30 a.m. The Porsche went on to the grassy median where workers were installing road signs where it hit two of them. The other worker killed in the crash hasn't been identified by APD yet.
  
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• Austin ISD outlines proposed changes to 2022-23 school year, including class schedules, pay raise for teachers

  13-12-2021 20:27 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Independent School District discussed several proposed changes to the next school year during a press conference on Monday, including changes to class schedules and a possible pay raise for teachers.
  The district had previously proposed several changes to the class schedule, including the creation of a master schedule on the secondary level. This would outline seven classes per day, six of which would be led by a teacher. This proposal was different from the current
  
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• Omicron vs. delta: Can you tell which variant of COVID you have?

  13-12-2021 19:46 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – With the highly transmissible omicron variant spreading across the globe, people who test positive for COVID-19 may be wondering which mutation of the virus they have.The delta variant has been dominant ever since it was discovered in December of 2020, accounting for more than 99% of new COVID cases in the U.S. as of November, according to Yale Medicine, and causing a devastating spike in hospitalizations and deaths.Scientists are now closely monitoring the spread of omicron, h
  
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• Omicron variant cases in Travis County found at UT Austin

  13-12-2021 19:37 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The possible first cases of the omicron COVID-19 variant in Travis County have been found in three people at the University of Texas at Austin.On Monday, Austin Public Health learned of the positive cases from University of Texas Austin Health Services and UT says the individuals did not travel internationally — strongly indicating community transmission in Austin-Travis County. Additionally, the three cases are not linked to each other. Omicron vs. delta: Can you tel
  
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• LIVE: Updates after omicron variant cases in Travis County found at UT Austin

  13-12-2021 19:37 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The possible first cases of the omicron COVID-19 variant in Travis County have been found in three people at the University of Texas at Austin.On Monday, Austin Public Health learned of the positive cases from the University of Texas Austin Health Services and UT says the individuals did not travel internationally — strongly indicating community transmission in Austin-Travis County. Additionally, the three cases are not linked to each other.The three individuals were
  
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• Gloomy, warm and humid week ahead

  13-12-2021 19:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Temperatures were about 10 to 15 degrees warmer Monday morning compared to the hard freeze many woke up to Sunday morning.Southerly winds have started our warming trend that will bring more clouds, humidity and warm temperatures in the days to come.Afternoon highs will be quick to warm with temps in the 60s today, 70s Tuesday and 80s Wednesday. Temperatures will near records both Wednesday and Thursday with highs climbing towards 80 degrees. Each day will also favor muggy t
  
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• What's the average price for a 2-bedroom apartment in Austin?

  13-12-2021 18:37 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — As more and more people call the Capital City their home, rent prices are skyrocketing. It's happening in Central Texas and across the country.
  Senior Managing Editor with Rent.com and Apartment Guide, Brian Carberry, says prices are reflecting that."You're seeing prices in the Austin market on the rise for things like 1-2 bedroom apartments. We really dive into two-bedroom apartments, it is the inventory type we have the most availability in. In terms of the number of unit
  
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• Shelter in place issued after gas leak in San Marcos

  13-12-2021 18:08 via kxan.com
  
  SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) — Neighbors are asked to shelter in their homes after a gas leak happened on the southwest side of San Marcos.
  City leaders posted on social media that the shelter-in-place order is in effect for those living on Belvin Street from Bishop to Dixon Streets as well as Clara Street.
  The city reports that crews are now working to repair the leak, and it should take at least four hours to fix.🚨 Crews are working to repair a gas leak reported on Belvin from Bishop
  
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• Why the southern US is prone to December tornadoes

  13-12-2021 16:52 via kxan.com
  
  On the night of Dec. 10-11, 2021, an outbreak of powerful tornadoes tore through parts of Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee and Illinois, killing dozens of people and leaving wreckage over hundreds of miles. Hazard climatologists Alisa Hass and Kelsey Ellis explain the conditions that generated this event – including what may be the first “quad-state tornado” in the U.S. – and why the Southeast is vulnerable to these disast
  
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• New TSA checkpoint opening at Austin airport as travel rebounds

  13-12-2021 16:36 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — As Austin continues to grow, so does the airport.Officials at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport tweeted a video of its new general security screening checkpoint area that opens this week. Formula 1 race weekend causes flight delays, record-setting day at Austin’s airportTravelers have been returning to the airport in record numbers recently as big events in Austin are ramping back up. Formula 1's United States Grand Prix brought a worldwide audience to town and a
  
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• Elon Musk is Time's Person of the Year

  13-12-2021 16:25 via kxan.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Elon Musk has been named Time magazine's 2021 Person of the Year.According to Time, the Tesla and SpaceX mogul was chosen for his "dreams of Mars as he bestrides Earth, square-jawed and indomitable."Musk is the richest person on the planet, according to Forbes, with an estimated net worth of $265.4 billion. Rumor: Elon Musk lives in a $50,000 tiny home"The richest man in the world does not own a house and has recently been selling off his fortune," Time wrote. "He to
  
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• 82-year-old former Austin High School coach finds loves again, marries in gym named after him

  13-12-2021 13:26 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN) — Austin High holds a special place in the heart of Roosevelt Nivens."Hey, Hey Austin High," said Nivens as he walked through the gym at the high school.Monday marks one year since Jason Landry’s disappearance"I am here at Austin High all the time. I go to all their basketball games, all their football games. I bleed maroon."For 19 years, he was a coach at AHS, and even after retiring, he continues to substitute teach.He's had scholarships named after him, he was
  
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• 82-year-old former Austin High School coach finds love again, marries in gym named after him

  13-12-2021 13:26 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN) — Austin High holds a special place in the heart of Roosevelt Nivens."Hey, Hey Austin High," said Nivens as he walked through the gym at the high school.Monday marks one year since Jason Landry’s disappearance"I am here at Austin High all the time. I go to all their basketball games, all their football games. I bleed maroon."For 19 years, he was a coach at AHS, and even after retiring, he continues to substitute teach.He's had scholarships named after him, he was
  
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• Monday marks one year since Jason Landry's disappearance

  13-12-2021 12:46 via kxan.com
  
  CALDWELL COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Monday marks one year since Texas State University student Jason Landry's car was found crashed on a rural road near Luling, and Landry was reported missing.Tens of thousands of acres have been searched in the area since, but where Landry went that night remains a mystery.Here's a timeline of the case:
  Dec. 13, 2020: Landry goes missingJason Landry was headed home to Missouri City for Christmas break when law enforcement say they found his car totaled on Sal
  
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• Quick warm up with periods of drizzle

  13-12-2021 12:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After a widespread freeze and chilly afternoon temps this past weekend, we're back to what seems to be our new status quo of near-record warmth this week.Southerly winds ushering in plenty of Gulf moisture will warm temps and cloud up our skies through the day today. A few pockets of light rain and drizzle will be possible along and east of I-35, however, rainfall accumulation looks to be minimal (only a few hundredths of an inch).Afternoon highs will be quick to warm with
  
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• This Texas city ranked one of America's best for a weekend getaway

  13-12-2021 05:15 via kxan.com
  
  HOUSTON (KXAN) — A new survey published by Hotwire found plenty to rave about Houston, ranking it one of the nation's best for a quick weekend trip.Houston ranked the eighth best metropolitan region nationally for sightseers to visit on a "quickie" trip, defined as a two- to three-day stay. Other top ranks included New York, Philadelphia and Las Vegas."Our 2020 index was focused on travelers' specific preferences caused by the pandemic, with an extra focus on smaller, less crowded destinat
  
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• 3 adults, 1 minor hospitalized following south Austin crash

  13-12-2021 03:49 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Four people have been transported to area hospitals following a crash Sunday evening.Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services responded to the call just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday at 10601 Old Manchaca Road. In an update, officials said four patients were hospitalized with potentially serious injuries.
  Multiple assets on scene 10601 Old Manchaca Rd (19:21): 2 vehicle collision, 4 patients, 3 trauma alerts. 3 #ATCEMS ambulances & 2 Commanders assigned. Expect #atxtra
  
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• 3 adults, 1 child hospitalized following south Austin crash

  13-12-2021 03:49 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Four people have been transported to area hospitals following a crash Sunday evening.Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services responded to the call just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday at 10601 Old Manchaca Road. In an update, officials said four patients were hospitalized with potentially serious injuries.
  Multiple assets on scene 10601 Old Manchaca Rd (19:21): 2 vehicle collision, 4 patients, 3 trauma alerts. 3 #ATCEMS ambulances & 2 Commanders assigned. Expect #atxtra
  
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• Top-ranked quarterback Quinn Ewers to transfer to Texas

  13-12-2021 02:44 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Quinn Ewers is once again committed to Texas.The former Ohio State quarterback made the announcement on his twitter account Sunday night. Texas native Quinn Ewers to transfer from Ohio State
  Hey Alexa play “Take Me to Texas” by @GeorgeStrait #HookEm 🤘 pic.twitter.com/OX8B08XtV8— Quinn Ewers (@QuinnEwers) December 13, 2021
  Ewers, who was the top-ranked recruit in the class of 2022 out of Southlake Carroll in the DFW area, reclassified to the 2021 class a
  
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• Reports: Quinn Ewers to transfer to Texas

  13-12-2021 02:44 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Quinn Ewers is once again committed to Texas.Sunday evening, Yahoo Sports first reported that the former Ohio State quarterback will transfer to UT to play for Steve Sarkisian and the Longhorns. Texas native Quinn Ewers to transfer from Ohio StateEwers, who was the top-ranked recruit in the class of 2022, reclassified to the 2021 class and graduated early so he could enroll at Ohio State to take advantage of sponsorships because of new name, image and likeness legislation.He lef
  
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• Quinn Ewers to transfer to Texas

  13-12-2021 02:44 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Quinn Ewers is once again committed to Texas.The former Ohio State quarterback made the announcement on his twitter account Sunday night. Texas native Quinn Ewers to transfer from Ohio State
  Hey Alexa play “Take Me to Texas” by @GeorgeStrait #HookEm 🤘 pic.twitter.com/OX8B08XtV8— Quinn Ewers (@QuinnEwers) December 13, 2021
  Ewers, who was the top-ranked recruit in the class of 2022 out of Southlake Carroll in the DFW area, reclassified to the 2021 class a
  
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• Will new California law make bacon more expensive?

  13-12-2021 02:37 via kxan.com
  
  ELLIOTT, Iowa (AP) — A coalition of California restaurants and grocery stores has filed a lawsuit to block implementation of a new farm animal welfare law, adding to uncertainty about whether bacon and other fresh pork products will be much more expensive or in short supply in the state when the new rules take effect on New Year's Day.The lawsuit is the latest step in a tumultuous three-year process of enacting rules overwhelmingly approved by voters but that remain in question e
  
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• 'Baby boy, I love you. Come home': Family organizes search to bring missing Austin HS 16-year-old home

  13-12-2021 02:25 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 16-year-old Austin High School student is missing -- his family, friends and coaches are desperately trying to get him to come home safely.There was a massive search for him on Sunday organized near Zilker Park, The Austin Public Library on Caesar Chavez and near the University of Texas' McCombs School of Business."I'm worried about him emotionally, that he's alright -- and physically, that he's not running into trouble," Jaiden's father, Joel Warren said.Warren said the
  
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• 'Baby boy, I love you. Come home': Family organizes search to bring missing 16-year-old home

  13-12-2021 02:25 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN) — A 16-year-old Austin High School student is missing, and his family, friends and coaches are desperately trying to get him to come home safely.There was a massive search for him on Sunday near Zilker Park, the Austin Public Library on Ceasar Chavez and the McCombs School of Business on the University at Texas at Austin campus."I'm worried about him emotionally, that he's alright — and physically, that he's not running into trouble," Jaiden's father, Joel Warren
  
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• U.S. COVID-19 deaths reach 800,000

  13-12-2021 02:01 via kxan.com
  
  (The Hill) – The U.S. has reached the grim milestone of 800,000 deaths related to COVID-19, Reuters reports.Over 450,000 people in the United States have died after contracting COVID-19 so far in 2021, according to the news service, which added that the total accounts for 57 percent of all U.S. deaths from the illness since the pandemic started. The 2021 death toll in the U.S. had already surpassed the 2020 total in November. Data from the Cente
  
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• Android glitch could block 911 calls from going through. Here's how to fix it

  13-12-2021 00:15 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Google confirmed it's working on a fix for a scary glitch that might block some Android users from calling 911 in an emergency.
  The problem was first reported on Reddit by a Pixel user who was trying to get help for his grandmother who appeared to be suffering from a stroke.
  "My phone got stuck immediately after one ring and I was unable to do anything other than click through apps with an emergency phone call running in the background," the Redditor wrote. "This is all while t
  
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• How much did Austin temperatures stray from averages in 2021?

  13-12-2021 00:01 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) - As 2021 gradually comes to an end, we take a unique look back at how temperatures changed through the year, and just how much or how little we strayed from normal.Hover your mouse over the graphs below to see the high temperatures (1st graphic) or departures from normal (2nd graphic) at Austin's Camp Mabry in 2021.The warmThe majority of warmer than normal temperatures in Austin happened both early in the year and late in the year.
  A significant warm stretch arrived for the major
  
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