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• Wordle bought by The New York Times Company for 'low-seven figures'

  31-01-2022 23:45 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - Wordle, a simple game that has gone viral in recent weeks, has been acquired for "an undisclosed price in the low-seven figures" by The New York Times Company, according to a Monday announcement.
  If you used to watch Lingo on the Game Show Network, then Wordle will seem largely familiar. Created by Josh Wardle, a Brooklyn software engineer, Wordle is a free online game that challenges players each day to identify a five-letter word in six tries or less.
  In early November, around 90 p
  
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• Record rainfall today; winter storm setting up Thursday

  31-01-2022 23:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Widespread showers and some thunderstorms continue from Austin eastward this evening, but will wrap up before midnight tonight.
  A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Bastrop County through 10 p.m., and a Flood Watch continues for the potential of additional flooding from Austin eastward.
  Austin-Bergstrom has broken its daily rainfall record of 1.61" (set in 1953) with 4.13" and counting. Camp Mabry has also broken its daily rainfall record of 1.19" (set in 1934) with 1.78"
  
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• Record rainfall at Camp Mabry and Austin-Bergstrom; winter storm approaches

  31-01-2022 23:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Widespread showers and some thunderstorms continue from Austin eastward this evening, but will wrap up before midnight tonight.
  A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Bastrop County through 8:30 p.m., and a Flood Watch continues for the potential of flooding from Austin eastward through 9 p.m.
  Austin-Bergstrom has broken its daily rainfall record of 1.61" (set in 1953) with 3.81" and counting. Camp Mabry has also broken its daily rainfall record of 1.19" (set in 1934) with
  
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• Record rain today; winter storm setting up Thursday

  31-01-2022 23:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Widespread showers and some thunderstorms continue from Austin eastward this evening, but will wrap up before midnight tonight.
  A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Bastrop County through 10 p.m., and a Flood Watch continues for the potential of additional flooding from Austin eastward.
  Austin-Bergstrom has broken its daily rainfall record of 1.61" (set in 1953) with 4.13" and counting. Camp Mabry has also broken its daily rainfall record of 1.19" (set in 1934) with 1.78"
  
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• Following record rain, winter storm approaches

  31-01-2022 23:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Widespread showers and some thunderstorms continue from Austin eastward this evening, but will wrap up before midnight tonight. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Bastrop County through 10 p.m.Austin-Bergstrom has broken its daily rainfall record of 1.61" (set in 1953) with 4.13" and counting. Camp Mabry has also broken its daily rainfall record of 1.19" (set in 1934) with 1.78" and counting. Interactive radar Live updated rainfall totalsTuesday: Between stormsWidesprea
  
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• Flash Flood Warning in effect for Bastrop County

  31-01-2022 23:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Widespread showers and some thunderstorms continue from Austin eastward this evening, where flooding concerns are greatest.
  Rainfall totals are exceeding 3 inches in parts of Bastrop County, creating runoff especially in the Rolling Pines Fire burn scar area. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Bastrop County through 8:30 p.m., and a Flood Watch continues from Austin eastward through 9 p.m. Interactive radar Live updated rainfall totalsFlood WatchTuesday: Between stormsW
  
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• Gas leak sends Presidential Meadows Elementary students home early

  31-01-2022 23:27 via kxan.com
  
  MANOR, Texas (KXAN) — Students at Presidential Meadows Elementary in Manor were dismissed early on Monday due to a gas leak. The district ensured parents that students and staff are safe.
  An alert on the school's web page said Manor Independent School District officials were alerted to the gas leak at 12:40 p.m. UT Austin, Texas State University students prepare for return to in-person classesAlert to parents on Manor ISD's website about a gas leak at Presidential Meadows Elementary on Jan
  
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• Here's what to expect for the final month of winter in Central Texas

  31-01-2022 22:17 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) --After issuing a preliminary February outlook on Jan. 20, the Climate Prediction Center has issued its final monthly forecast for February.February is the final month of meteorological winter which runs from Dec. 1 through Feb. 28. So far our winter has been dominated by a La Niña weather pattern that has kept us warmer and drier than normal.Central Texas February ForecastThe newest forecast from the Climate Prediction Center leans slightly towards warmer than normal temper
  
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• 4 arrested after illegal guns found, including AK-47, near downtown Austin

  31-01-2022 22:12 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Four people were arrested near downtown Austin over the weekend and found to be in possession of illegal guns, including an AK-47, the police department said.
  The Austin Police Department said it responded to a disturbance call just before 3 a.m. on Sunday at a Gulf gas station at 717 E. 7th St. Multiple suspects were seen on HALO cameras pulling out guns in the parking lot and getting into a black car leaving the scene, APD said.APD: Son killed father via ‘blunt forc
  
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• Man charged with murder after shooting in Austin Walmart parking lot

  31-01-2022 22:09 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged with murder in connection with a deadly shooting in north Austin around the Thanksgiving holiday. APD releases photos of suspects connected with north Austin homicideThe Austin Police Department said Jose Juan Vasquez, 28, was shot and killed in the parking lot of a Walmart located at 1030 Norwood Park Boulevard on Nov. 24.Ronald Leon Bryant, 42
  Photo: Austin Police DepartmentRonald Leon Bryant, 42, was taken into custody after he
  
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• Austin-based P. Terry's opens first location in Round Rock

  31-01-2022 22:02 via kxan.com
  
  ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — An Austin-based fast food restaurant opened its first location in Round Rock off Interstate 35 Monday.
  This marks the 23rd P. Terry's Burger Stand location in Central Texas, according to the company, and it can be found at 2001 N. I-35.Austin-based restaurants expanding to Kyle with nudge from incentive program"We're thrilled to serve the Round Rock community as we expand our presence in Central Texas," said Todd Coerver, CEO of P. Terry's Burger Stand, in a pres
  
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• AP POLL: Texas returns to poll ahead of Texas Tech showdown

  31-01-2022 21:55 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas is back in the Associated Press top 25 poll after a one-week drop. The Longhorns are ranked No. 23 this week ahead of a showdown in Lubbock against No. 14 Texas Tech.Texas finished off a 2-0 week with a SEC/Big 12 Challenge win at home against No. 18 Tennessee in Rick Barnes' return. Texas Tech dropped one spot in the poll after a win over Mississippi State and an overtime loss at No. 10 Kansas. $20 million donation set to boost Texas Longhorns practice facilitiesBayl
  
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• How is UT tracking COVID-19 cases on campus this semester?

  31-01-2022 21:52 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — As students return to in-person classes Monday after a two-week virtual period, University of Texas at Austin health leaders are working to combat increases in COVID-19 positivity rates among students, faculty and staff. RELATED: UT Austin asks faculty to teach remotely for first 2 weeks of spring semesterData from University Health Services and UT Health Austin reports a combined student, faculty and staff positivity rate of 42.86% as of late last week. That positivity rat
  
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• Rodney Reed’s attorneys reject ‘rubberstamped’ judge’s order, call for Court of Criminal Appeals to vacate conviction

  31-01-2022 21:05 via kxan.com
  
  BASTROP, Texas (KXAN) — Rodney Reed has asked the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals to disregard a Bastrop judge’s recommendation that his conviction stand, saying the judge who oversaw a two-week summer hearing failed to properly consider new evidence and “rubberstamped” state prosecutors’ arguments, according to a new filing in the state’s highest criminal court.A Bastrop jury convicted Reed in 1998 and sentenced him to death for the rape and murder of 19-year
  
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• $20 million donation set to boost Texas Longhorns practice facilities

  31-01-2022 21:01 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The University of Texas is getting a boost to its athletic facilities through a donation by Love, Tito’s, the philanthropic arm of Austin-based Tito’s Handmade Vodka.NEXT: How many Texas Longhorns are playing in Super Bowl 56?The $20 million donation will assist in the construction of new facilities near the Moody Center for men's and women's basketball, rowing and football, UT Athletics announced Monday. The facilities are expected to be completed by summer 202
  
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• Trump says he wanted Pence to overturn election, eyes effort to reform law

  31-01-2022 20:53 via kxan.com
  
  (The Hill) – Former President Trump said late Sunday that he wanted former Vice President Mike Pence to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election while highlighting congressional efforts to reform the Electoral Count Act.Trump, in a statement dispatched by his Save America PAC, pointed to the bipartisan effort to reform the Electoral College Act as proof that Pence did have the ability to overturn the 2020 election.“If the Vice President (Mi
  
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• Watch: Mark Adams press conference day before UT showdown

  31-01-2022 20:52 via kxan.com
  
  LUBBOCK, Texas – Texas Tech Men’s Basketball Head Coach Mark Adams holds his weekly media availability Monday at 2:00 p.m., one day before the Red Raiders play at home vs. UT.(Update: We were told the event will start about 10 minutes late.)
  The UT Longhorns bring with them former Texas Tech coach Chris Beard.TTU will come into the matchup No. 14 in the AP Top 25 poll, while UT will come in No. 23. Both come into the matchup 5 – 3 in the conference; 16 – 5 overall. There
  
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• Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez announces she's endorsing Greg Casar for Congress

  31-01-2022 20:52 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — One of the most well-known Democratic lawmakers is wading into Texas politics and making her preference known in the primary for the state's 35th Congressional District.
  Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, announced Monday that she's endorsing Greg Casar's campaign for Congress. In a statement, she explained why she's supporting the outgoing Austin City Council member.
  "Because of his roots as a labor organizer, I know Greg and I will work together to organize year-r
  
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• Flood Watch in effect through 9 p.m.; rain continues through the evening

  31-01-2022 20:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Round one of widespread rain and storms has moved through most of the area, but more rain is possible for some of us this afternoon and early evening.Storm No. 1: MondayAfter a little break, gradually scattered showers and some isolated thunderstorms should start to return to Central Texas this afternoon, although some parts of the Hill Country may avoid this second round.Afternoon forecastAn additional half inch to inch of rain is possible with our second round, but isolat
  
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• Single in Texas? You're in a pretty good spot, website says

  31-01-2022 20:27 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — If you're single, Texas is a pretty good place to be, according to the personal finance website WalletHub.The site ranks Texas as the fourth-best for singles in a ranking system that compared all 50 states in 30 "key indicators of dating-friendliness." Actor James Marsden purchases home in Austin areaWalletHub split the categories into three groups: dating opportunities, dating economics, along with romance and fun. Texas had below-average marks in the percentage of single
  
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• $6M in meth, cocaine seized at Texas border

  31-01-2022 19:13 via kxan.com
  
  EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry intercepted alleged narcotics in two separate enforcement actions that have a combined estimated street value of $6,127,806.Our officers’ vigilance and experience led to these significant drug seizures which kept these dangerous narcotics from reaching our communities.tater ortiz, port director brownsville port of entryThe first seizure took place on Sunday, Jan. 23, at the
  
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• Authorities ask for public's help in identifying remains found in western Llano County

  31-01-2022 18:50 via kxan.com
  
  LLANO COUNTY (KXAN) — Llano County authorities are asking for the public's help in identifying the remains of a man who was found on a ranch in 2018.
  The sheriff's office said the remains were found on April 1, 2018, on a ranch in western Llano County. The remains were given to the Texas State Forensic Anthropology Center (FACTS) for analysis.
  FACTS reported that the remains belonged to a man between the ages of 24 and 39 years old. The man's height was reported between 4'11" and 5'7".
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• APD seeks suspect who shot, killed man inside car

  31-01-2022 18:12 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Investigators with APD say a man was shot inside a car in a parking lot on the 2500 block of Elmont Drive in the middle of the day.
  This happened on Thursday, Jan. 27 around 12:30 p.m. Witnesses told police a man approached the victim in a parking lot, demanded money, shot the victim then ran away.The victim, identified by police as 20-year-old Jose Rangel Mata, was a passenger in the car. The driver took him to a nearby minor emergency clinic after the shooting. That's where AP
  
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• Online screening company sees 225% increase in concerning incidents with Texas students

  31-01-2022 18:05 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — In the wake of the pandemic, a company contracted by school districts to monitor students' online activity said it's seen the number of alarming incidents involving Texas students go up significantly.
  Gaggle, whose clients include Austin ISD, Round Rock ISD, and Eanes ISD, said it flagged and reported 43,000 incidents of bullying, self-harm, suicide ideations and school violence in Texas last school year, an increase of 225% over the previous school year.
  The examples provi
  
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• Moderna announces full US approval for its COVID-19 vaccine

  31-01-2022 17:44 via kxan.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Moderna announced Monday that U.S. health regulators granted full approval to its COVID-19 vaccine, a shot that's been given to tens of millions of Americans since its emergency authorization over a year ago.The action by the Food and Drug Administration means the agency has completed the same rigorous, time-consuming review of Moderna's shot as dozens of other long-established vaccines.The decision was bolstered by real-world evidence from the more than 200 million doses
  
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• APD: Son killed father via 'blunt force trauma' while both living out of pickup

  31-01-2022 17:17 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin police believe a son killed his father Jan. 23 in north Austin while both were experiencing homelessness.APD said Rico Manalang, 32, was arrested Jan. 26, and APD connected him to his father Joseph's death three days earlier from "evidence seized inside the truck." APD said both Rico and Joseph were living out of a 2002 red Dodge Dakota. Austin police looking for Cedar Park man who threatened to harm himselfAPD said the killing happened in the 7600 block of Blessing
  
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• Lakeway PD looking for suspect involved in burglary, stealing 2 cars

  31-01-2022 16:21 via kxan.com
  
  LAKEWAY, Texas (KXAN) — Police in Lakeway said Monday they are looking for a burglary suspect in relation to a Jan. 16 incident.LPD sent a bulletin Monday asking for help finding Tyler Lewis, a man that police believe is connected with burglary and stealing two cars while fleeing from police. After 2020 attempted robbery at I-35 gas station, 2 men sentenced to federal prisonThe other suspect believed to be involved in the incident is Tramaine Bradley, and he's in Hays County Jail on unrela
  
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• After 2020 attempted robbery at I-35 gas station, 2 men sentenced to federal prison

  31-01-2022 15:24 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After pleading guilty to charges stemming from a 2020 attempted robbery, two men were sentenced to federal prison Jan. 28, the U.S. Department of Justice said.Deon Ross, 37, and Lavante Carter, 19, pleaded guilty to violent crime charges in October 2021 after both tried to rob a gas station on Interstate 35 in Austin. Ross, who shot an employee after demanding money, was sentenced to 271 months, or about 22.5 years, in prison. Carter received a sentence of 135 months, a lit
  
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• FLOOD WATCH in effect thru to 9p; heavy rain with isolated flash flooding possible today

  31-01-2022 11:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Ahead of an active week of weather we enjoyed abundant sunshine and highs in the low 70s on Sunday. Rain chances begin climbing after midnight as the potent storm pulls in from West Texas.Storm No. 1: MondayThe first storm to impact Central Texas will start bringing rain early Monday morning. This system will bring widespread rain and thunderstorms for much of the day Monday. Rain gradually fades from west to east by late afternoon or early evening.Monday's forecastIt was a
  
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• FLOOD WATCH in effect through 9 p.m.; heavy rain with isolated flash flooding possible today

  31-01-2022 11:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Ahead of an active week of weather we enjoyed abundant sunshine and highs in the low 70s on Sunday. Rain chances begin climbing after midnight as the potent storm pulls in from West Texas.Storm No. 1: MondayThe first storm to impact Central Texas will start bringing rain early Monday morning. This system will bring widespread rain and thunderstorms for much of the day Monday. Rain gradually fades from west to east by late afternoon or early evening.Monday's forecastIt was a
  
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• FLOOD WATCH in effect through 9 p.m.; another round of showers for some of us later today

  31-01-2022 11:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Round one of widespread rain and storms has moved through most of the area, but more rain is possible for some of us this afternoon and early evening.Storm No. 1: MondayAfter a little break, gradually scattered showers and some isolated thunderstorms should start to return to Central Texas this afternoon, although some parts of the Hill Country may avoid this second round.Afternoon forecastAn additional half inch to inch of rain is possible with our second round, but isolat
  
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• CLEAR Alert canceled for Cedar Park man

  31-01-2022 10:25 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Police say a man who was reported missing from Cedar Park Sunday has been found.What is a CLEAR Alert, and when is it issued?The CLEAR Alert, issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety, has been canceled.If you or someone you know needs support or advice, you can go online to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to chat with a counselor, call 1-800-273-8255 or text 741741 to be connected to someone at the Crisis Text Line. These resources are available 24/7.
  
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• Austin Police looking for missing Cedar Park man

  31-01-2022 10:25 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) - Austin Police are looking for a man they say may try to die by suicide.
  Andrew Baughman, 32, was reported missing Sunday afternoon in Cedar Park. He drove away after a family argument and sent a text message saying he "planned to commit suicide" according to Austin Police.Andrew is white, 6'4", 255 pounds, brown hair and blue eyes.He was last seen driving a 2007 silver Honda Accord. The Texas license plate is NKX7240.
  If you see Andrew Baughman, call 911 right away.
  
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• Austin police looking for Cedar Park man who threatened to harm himself

  31-01-2022 10:25 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Police are looking for a man who "may be in danger of bodily harm or death."Andrew Baughman, 32, was reported missing Sunday afternoon in Cedar Park. He drove away after a family argument and sent a text message saying he planned to harm himself, according to Austin Police. What is a CLEAR Alert, and when is it issued?Texas DPS issued a CLEAR Alert for Baughman.Andrew is white, 6'4", 255 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a maroon T-shirt,
  
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• Austin Police looking for Cedar Park man who threatened to commit suicide

  31-01-2022 10:25 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Police are looking for a man who "may be in danger of bodily harm or death."Andrew Baughman, 32, was reported missing Sunday afternoon in Cedar Park. He drove away after a family argument and sent a text message saying he "planned to commit suicide," according to Austin Police. What is a CLEAR Alert, and when is it issued?Texas DPS issued a CLEAR Alert for Baughman.Andrew is white, 6'4", 255 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a maroon T-sh
  
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• $500M project planned near Tesla; plan includes 2,500 single-family homes

  31-01-2022 10:23 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A Houston-based real estate developer wants to bring thousands of homes near Tesla's gigafactory, saying it believes Austin is "growing into the tech epi-center of Texas."As first reported by KXAN's media partners at the Austin Business Journal, Hines announced Jan. 20 it has closed on 1,400 acres in the southeastern part of the city it intends to develop into a master-planned community called Mirador.Tesla Model Ys already being built at Austin factory, Cybertruck model st
  
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• $500M Hines project planned near Tesla; Plan includes 2,500 single-family homes

  31-01-2022 10:23 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN/ABJ) -- A Houston-based real estate developer announced Jan. 20 that it has closed on 1,400 acres southeast of Tesla Inc.'s gigafactory that it intends to develop into a master-planned community that includes 2,500 single-family lots and 75 acres of commercial space.Representatives from Hines, along with its partners, said that Mirador will also include 50 acres of multifamily homes and townhomes, as well as on-site amenities including a 60-acre lake, over 600 acres of greenbelt, tr
  
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• How many Texas Longhorns are playing in Super Bowl 56?

  31-01-2022 06:09 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — There are two Cincinnati Bengals carrying the banner for Texas Longhorns football in Super Bowl 56.The stage is set for the "Big Game" after the Bengals upset Kansas City in the AFC Championship and Los Angeles beat San Francisco in the NFC Championship game Sunday. The Rams will get to stay home for Super Bowl LVI. Super Bowl 56: LA Rams to host Bengals at home stadiumLos Angeles' home stadium, SoFi Stadium, will host the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 13. You can watch the Be
  
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• Omicron patients shed virus longer, Japan study suggests

  31-01-2022 05:40 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Tens of thousands of Central Texas college students will be back inside classrooms Monday.UT Austin, Texas State University and Austin Community College are all resuming in-person learning. Central Texas University students prepare for return to in-person classes after virtual start
  Each institution has outlined COVID-19 safety guidelines that include isolating at least five days if you test positive for the virus.But a study out of Japan this month indicates you might need more
  
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• Super Bowl 56: LA Rams to host Bengals at home stadium

  31-01-2022 04:17 via kxan.com
  
  (AP) -- Two years ago, the Cincinnati Bengals were the NFL's worst team. Now they're headed to the Super Bowl to play the Los Angeles Rams — in the Rams' home stadium. Bengals beat Mahomes, Chiefs for Super Bowl spotYou can watch the game Sunday, Feb. 13 on KXAN at 5:30 p.m. CT.Matching the biggest comeback in an AFC championship game, the Bengals rallied from an 18-point hole to stun Kansas City 27-24 in overtime Sunday for their first trip to the big game since the 1988 season. The team
  
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• LA Rams to host Bengals at home stadium for Super Bowl 56

  31-01-2022 04:17 via kxan.com
  
  (AP) -- Two years ago, the Cincinnati Bengals were the NFL's worst team. Now they're headed to the Super Bowl to play the Los Angeles Rams — in the Rams' home stadium. Bengals beat Mahomes, Chiefs for Super Bowl spotYou can watch the game Sunday, Feb. 13 on KXAN at 5:30 p.m. CT.Matching the biggest comeback in an AFC championship game, the Bengals rallied from an 18-point hole to stun Kansas City 27-24 in overtime Sunday for their first trip to the big game since the 1988 season. The team
  
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• Trump dangles prospect of pardons for Jan. 6 defendants during Texas rally

  31-01-2022 03:30 via kxan.com
  
  CONROE, Texas (AP) — Former President Donald Trump is dangling the prospect of pardons for supporters who participated in the deadly Jan. 6 storming of the U.S. Capitol if he returns to the White House.“If I run and if I win, we will treat those people from January 6th fairly," Trump said Saturday night during a rally in Conroe, Texas. "And if it requires pardons, we will give them pardons because they are being treated so unfairly.” Top Texas Republicans stump with T
  
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• UT Austin, Texas State University students prepare for return to in-person classes

  31-01-2022 02:04 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Some Austin-area college students are preparing to return to in-person classes on Monday.That includes students from the University of Texas at Austin and Texas State University."Multiple data points, including campus case counts and Proactive Community Testing (PCT) positivity rates, indicate the situation on and around our campus is improving," cited a letter from University of Texas President Jay Hartzell, referring to the COVID-19 pandemic. "This return does not mean th
  
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• Stormy Monday; winter storm possible Wednesday night

  31-01-2022 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Ahead of an active week of weather we enjoyed abundant sunshine and highs in the low 70s on Sunday. Rain chances begin climbing after midnight as the potent storm pulls in from West Texas.Tonight's forecastStorm No. 1: MondayThe first storm to impact Central Texas will start bringing rain early Monday morning. This system will bring widespread rain and thunderstorms for much of the day Monday. Rain gradually fades from west to east by late afternoon or early evening.Monday'
  
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• FLOOD WATCH begins at 6a; heavy rain with isolated flash flooding possible today

  31-01-2022 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Ahead of an active week of weather we enjoyed abundant sunshine and highs in the low 70s on Sunday. Rain chances begin climbing after midnight as the potent storm pulls in from West Texas.Storm No. 1: MondayThe first storm to impact Central Texas will start bringing rain early Monday morning. This system will bring widespread rain and thunderstorms for much of the day Monday. Rain gradually fades from west to east by late afternoon or early evening.Monday's forecastTemperat
  
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• Beneficial rain falls Monday; Thursday storm could bring an icy glaze

  31-01-2022 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Ahead of an active week of weather we enjoyed abundant sunshine and highs in the low 70s on Sunday.This evening, clouds will increase, but we stay dry through at least midnight until the first of two storms this week arrives into Central Texas. Rain chances begin climbing after midnight.Tonight's forecastStorm No. 1: MondayThe first storm to impact Central Texas will start bringing rain early Monday morning. This system will bring widespread rain and thunderstorms for much
  
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• Bengals beat Mahomes, Chiefs for Super Bowl spot

  31-01-2022 00:53 via kxan.com
  
  KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Evan McPherson kicked a 31-yard field goal with 9:22 left in overtime after Joe Burrow kept his cool while leading a furious second-half comeback to get the Cincinnati Bengals to the Super Bowl for the first time in 33 years with a 27-24 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC championship game Sunday.The Bengals erased an 18-point deficit — tying an AFC title game record — to take a late 24-21 lead. But Harrison Butker’s 44-yard field goal
  
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• Spotify announces change to podcasts after Joe Rogan controversy

  31-01-2022 00:05 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — Following recent controversy, music streaming platform Spotify announced it will now add a content advisory to podcast episodes that include discussion of COVID-19. This comes after multiple musicians called for their music to be removed from Spotify over vaccine misinformation.
  In a Sunday blog post, Spotify CEO Daniel Ek wrote, "There are plenty of individuals and views on Spotify that I disagree with strongly." He explained that while the platform has had rules in place for
  
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