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• Dallas Cowboys: 3 keys to the Eagles game

  08-01-2022 23:56 via kxan.com
  
  FRISCO, Texas (Silver Star Nation) - The Dallas Cowboys finish the regular season on Saturday night against the Philadelphia Eagles. Dallas will definitely be shorthanded with multiple players on the injury report and the COVID-19 reserve list heading into the regular season finale.It's unclear how many starters will play for the Cowboys given the NFC East division crown has already been clinched. Dallas can finish no lower than the No. 4 seed.The game is an opportunity for the Cowboys to have a
  
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• ABJ: Facebook's parent company leases up office space in Austin's tallest tower

  08-01-2022 23:29 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Austin Business Journal) — Months of speculation have come to an end as California-based Meta Platforms Inc. — the parent company of Facebook — recently leased the entire commercial half of Sixth and Guadalupe, the 66-story high-rise under construction that will be Austin's tallest building when finished.Meta confirmed to Austin Business Journal that it leased 589,000 square feet of office space across 33 floors at Sixth and Guadalupe, located downtown at 400 W. Sixth S
  
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• Meet the candidates for Texas governor in 2022

  08-01-2022 23:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Gov. Greg Abbott officially announced Saturday during the Hispanic Leadership Summit that he will run to keep his job as governor of Texas. Several vocal Republicans have already stepped up to challenge him, so has Democrat Beto O'Rourke.Brian Smith, a professor of political science at St. Edward's University, expects Abbott and former El Paso Congressman O’Rourke will end up on top of their respective parties, which could make Texas the center of national political a
  
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• Meet the candidates for Texas governor 2022

  08-01-2022 23:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Gov. Greg Abbott officially announced Saturday during the Hispanic Leadership Summit that he will run to keep his job as governor of Texas. Several vocal Republicans have already stepped up to challenge him, so has Democrat Beto O'Rourke.Brian Smith, a professor of political science at St. Edward's University, expects Abbott and former El Paso Congressman O’Rourke will end up on top of their respective parties, which could make Texas the center of national political a
  
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• WATCH: Westlake's Cade Klubnik wins All-American Bowl award

  08-01-2022 22:23 via kxan.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO (KXAN) -- Westlake High School's Cade Klubnik was named the All American Bowl Player of the Year at Saturday's high school showcase game.The Chaparrals' state-championship winning quarterback is the consensus No. 1 quarterback prospect in the 2022 class. Bowl game officials surprised Klubnik, unveiling the award live on NBC during the fourth quarter. Former Texas QB Casey Thompson transferring to NebraskaKlubnik showed off his high-quality talent during the week-long event. On Saturd
  
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• LIVE: Gov. Abbott to make announcement at Hispanic Leadership Summit in McAllen

  08-01-2022 21:23 via kxan.com
  
  MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Governor Greg Abbott is set to make an announcement during his visit to the Rio Grande Valley Saturday afternoon. STATE NEWS: Beto O’Rourke outlines objectives for his Governor runSpeaking at the Hispanic Leadership Summit in McAllen, Abbott is believed to be preparing to "rev up his reelection campaign," according to the Texas Tribune.Abbott is expected to discuss his agenda for another four years and his goal to win the Hispanic vote in November.On
  
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• Governor Greg Abbott announces re-election in McAllen

  08-01-2022 21:23 via kxan.com
  
  MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Governor Greg Abbott visited the Rio Grande Valley this weekend, kicking off his re-election campaign.Speaking at the Hispanic Leadership Summit in McAllen, Abbott discussed his agenda of "securing the future of Texas" including the future of its economy, educational system, and residents. STATE NEWS: Beto O’Rourke outlines objectives for his Governor runGovernor Abbott highlighted the work he has done for the Rio Grande Valley, providing jobs, better
  
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• Gov. Abbott to make announcement at Hispanic Leadership Summit in McAllen

  08-01-2022 21:23 via kxan.com
  
  MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Governor Greg Abbott is set to make an announcement during his visit to the Rio Grande Valley Saturday afternoon.STATE NEWS: Beto O’Rourke outlines objectives for his Governor run
  Speaking at the Hispanic Leadership Summit in McAllen, Abbott is believed to be preparing to "rev up his reelection campaign," according to the Texas Tribune.Abbott is expected to discuss his agenda for another four years and his goal to win the Hispanic vote in November.On
  
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• Snowboarding star Shaun White recovering from COVID as Beijing looms

  08-01-2022 21:05 via kxan.com
  
  MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. (AP) — Snowboarding star Shaun White has another obstacle to deal with as he eyes a bid for a fourth Olympic gold medal on the halfpipe: COVID-19.White told Olympics.com on Thursday that he tested positive last month after competing in an event in Colorado. The 35-year-old was symptomatic but has been cleared to compete in a qualifying event this weekend at Mammoth Mountain, the last qualifying event for the U.S. Olympic Team."I’m just thankful that like I
  
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• Austin ISD kids, adults line up for vaccine clinic Saturday

  08-01-2022 21:03 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A line of Austin Independent School District community members and their families could be seen snaking outside a free COVID-19 vaccine/booster pop-up clinic on Saturday.The event, held at the Austin ISD Performing Arts Center, offered first and second doses of the Pfizer vaccine to guests ages 5 and older. Booster shots were available for guests ages 12 and older. Masking urged regardless of vaccine status, COVID historyAs of 11:30 a.m., 190 people 12 and older had receive
  
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• Pizza protest: Via 313 workers say Austin eatery endangering health

  08-01-2022 19:45 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Several employees of the Austin-based Via 313 pizza company say four staff members were suspended after 46 workers signed a petition requesting increased COVID-19 safety and paid sick time.The employees say they'll protest what they see as unfair treatment and unsafe working conditions on Saturday.In a statement on Friday, the group wrote in part:
  "This follows a history of COVID-19 mismanagement by the Via 313 company, most recently during the omicron surge. At least 15 Vi
  
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• Body found in water in east Austin on Saturday

  08-01-2022 18:22 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin-Travis County EMS and Austin Fire Department crews responded to the scene of a body found in east Austin.According to ATCEMS, a dead body was found in water in the 5900 block of Loyola Lane, near cross-streets Crystalbrook Drive and Johnny Morris.ATCEMS says no further information is available at this time.
  
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• Dinosaurs, dragons invade Austin Convention Center: Here's why

  08-01-2022 16:31 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — This weekend, you can help the Central Texas Food Bank keep its shelves stocked — in a prettyfun way.Dino & Dragon Stroll, a national touring event, is stopping by the Austin Convention Center to help collect food as a part of the "Stomp Out Hunger" initiative.
  The stroll features massive animatronic dinosaurs and dragons, some as tall as 28 feet. Tickets are $17.99 for non-military and non-veteran guests over the age of 2.
  Patrons are asked to bring canned goods
  
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• Fog, clouds, and drizzle today - sunnier and warmer tomorrow

  08-01-2022 13:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After a very cold Friday, signs of a warmup came overnight with increasing moisture and stagnant temperatures. Fog/mist/drizzle were the result, and these conditions will last for most of your Saturday.
  Even with the damp and cloudy conditions today, temperatures will be able to warm compared to Friday. Highs will be around 60 degrees. BLOG: What is frostweed? Unique ice formations seen in Central Texas Friday morningMixed in with the fog and drizzle today will be a few lig
  
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• Drizzle slowly dries ahead of an improved Sunday that also brings a cold front

  08-01-2022 13:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Temperatures climbed into the 60s Saturday making for a marked improvement over the 40s of Friday. Still, the drizzle of the day will linger into at least part of the evening. BLOG: What is frostweed? Unique ice formations seen in Central Texas Friday morningSlowly the drizzle will taper off tonight, but fog and low clouds will be with us through the night. It'll be a relatively mild night as temperatures won't drop out of the 50s.Tonight's forecastThe sun will gradually co
  
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• Damp and mild Saturday, sunnier and warmer tomorrow

  08-01-2022 13:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After a very cold Friday, signs of a warmup came overnight with increasing moisture and stagnant temperatures. Fog/mist/drizzle were the result, and these conditions will last for most of your Saturday.
  Even with the damp and cloudy conditions today, temperatures will be able to warm compared to Friday. Highs will be around 60 degrees. BLOG: What is frostweed? Unique ice formations seen in Central Texas Friday morningMixed in with the fog and drizzle today will be a few lig
  
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• Bon Jovi to perform at Austin's Moody Center in April

  08-01-2022 05:09 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Bon Jovi has been added to the list of high-profile artists set to perform at the Moody Center when it officially opens in April.
  The band announced the "Bon Jovi 2022 Tour" on social media Friday, complete with 15 tour dates including Austin. They're scheduled for the Moody Center on April 23 and will be the second artist ever to perform in the venue after John Mayer on April 20 and 21.
  The venue announced earlier this week it had already surpassed $15 million in ticket sa
  
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• Family: Hutto teen still on life support following shooting

  08-01-2022 04:25 via kxan.com
  
  HUTTO, Texas (KXAN) — On Dec. 12, 2021, Vanessa Monreal said she got a call from police that her 15-year-old daughter, Faith, had been shot in the head. Faith was at a friend's house.
  "And the last thing she said was 'bye Mom, bye Dad.' And we didn't hear from her until the police officers called us Sunday," Monreal said. Police investigating after 2 Hutto ISD students involved in ‘tragic incident’No arrests have been made. Police haven't released any details about what happene
  
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• Wet, cold weather lasts into part of the weekend

  08-01-2022 04:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Friday afternoon was the coldest day since February, 2021 with a high at Camp Mabry of only 42°. After a freezing cold morning Friday with lows in the 20s, a solid deck of clouds pulled in just after sunrise and locked the cold air in, preventing the sun from heating us up.As moisture in the atmosphere overruns the cold air at the surface, damp weather will be widespread overnight as temperatures hover in the lower 40s. BLOG: What is frostweed? Unique ice formations see
  
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• Manor ISD teacher on leave after reportedly seen viewing porn

  08-01-2022 02:53 via kxan.com
  
  MANOR, Texas (KXAN) — A Manor Independent School District teacher has been placed on leave after the district said the teacher was seen watching pornographic images on their phone.
  Manor ISD said the incident happened Friday at New Tech Middle School.Texas Education Agency releases new quarantine guidance for school staffThe teacher was removed from campus and placed on administrative leave. The incident is under police investigation, the district said.
  The district said the images were no
  
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• Mother charged after son found in trunk at Texas COVID test site

  08-01-2022 01:55 via kxan.com
  
  HOUSTON (AP) — A Houston mother was charged after authorities allege she placed her 13-year-old son in the trunk of her car to isolate him after he tested positive for COVID-19, then took him to a drive-thru testing site.
  The 41-year-old is charged with endangering a child after authorities allege her son was found on Monday in her car’s trunk at a testing site for the Cypress-Fairbanks school district in northwest Houston.UT omicron projections: COVID-19 cases will peak in the next
  
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• Former Texas QB Casey Thompson transferring to Nebraska

  08-01-2022 01:22 via kxan.com
  
  LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Former Texas quarterback Casey Thompson is transferring to Nebraska. Thompson started 10 games for the Longhorns in 2021 and passed for more than 2,100 yards and 24 touchdowns.
  He started the season as a backup but took over the offense after two games.PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Texas QB Casey Thompson enters transfer portalTexas finished 5-7.  Nebraska finished 3-9 in 2021 and quarterback Adrian Martinez transferred to Kansas State.
  Thompson’s six touchdowns passes
  
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• Drizzle/fog developing after coldest day in 11 months

  08-01-2022 00:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Friday afternoon was the coldest day since February, 2021 with a high at Camp Mabry of only 42°. After a freezing cold morning Friday with lows in the 20s, a solid deck of clouds pulled in just after sunrise and locked the cold air in, preventing the sun from heating us up.As moisture overruns the cold air at the surface overnight, cloud ceilings are lowering and drizzle/fog are developing. Damp weather is becoming widespread tonight, and continues through much of the d
  
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• Texas Education Agency releases new quarantine guidance for school staff

  08-01-2022 00:03 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Education Agency on Friday released new quarantine guidance for school staff who have COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who does.
  TEA officials said school employees may return when:If symptomatic, at least five days have passed since symptom onset and fever free, and other symptoms have improved.For those with no symptoms, at least five days after the day they tested positive."Fever free" means without a fever of 100 degrees or higher for at lea
  
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