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• Texas A&M Forest Service responds to 250-acre fire in Burnet County

  13-02-2022 23:45 via kxan.com
  
  BURNET COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Texas A&M Forest Service crews responded to an estimated 250-acre fire in Burnet County Sunday afternoon. No one in the area is evacuating and there aren't any roads closed.A forest service spokeswoman said forward progress on the fire had been stopped at last check.READ MORE: Fire near Jonestown prompts multi-agency response
  Also on Sunday, almost 100 firefighters responded to a house fire near Jonestown.
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• 225-acre fire in Burnet County now 90% contained

  13-02-2022 23:45 via kxan.com
  
  BURNET COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Texas A&M Forest Service crews responded to an estimated 225-acre fire in Burnet County Sunday afternoon. No one in the area is evacuating and there aren't any roads closed.A forest service spokeswoman said forward progress on the fire had been stopped and at last check, it was 90% contained.At one point, the forest service fire tracker said the fire was an estimated 250 acres, but later updated that it was 225.READ MORE: Fire near Jonestown prompts multi-
  
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• 225-acre fire in Burnet County now 50% contained

  13-02-2022 23:45 via kxan.com
  
  BURNET COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Texas A&M Forest Service crews responded to an estimated 225-acre fire in Burnet County Sunday afternoon. No one in the area is evacuating and there aren't any roads closed.A forest service spokeswoman said forward progress on the fire had been stopped and at last check, it was 50% contained.At one point, the forest service fire tracker said the fire was an estimated 250 acres, but later updated that it was 225.READ MORE: Fire near Jonestown prompts multi-
  
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• Two-alarm fire in west Travis County leaves 2 structures, 2 vehicles destroyed

  13-02-2022 20:24 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- A two-alarm fire that sparked up northwest of Austin near Jonestown Sunday afternoon left two structures and two vehicles destroyed.
  A Travis County Emergency Services District 1 Facebook post said almost 100 firefighters and over 25 fire units responded to the scene that grew to a brush fire.
  "Wind, dry conditions and topography created a volatile situation where several homes were threatened," said the post.
  ESD No. 1 Chief Donnie Norman confirmed to KXAN his tea
  
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• Travis County ESD 1: At least 1 house, 1 vehicle on fire in west Travis County

  13-02-2022 20:24 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- Travis County ESD No. 1 crews are responding to at least one house and one vehicle caught on fire northwest of Austin near Jonestown, along with a brush fire.ESD No. 1 Chief Donnie Norman confirmed to KXAN his team was responding to the fire, which broke out just before 12:30 Sunday afternoon. The call came in from 19421 Tyler Trail, located just northwest of Lake Travis.Travis County ESD No. 1 crews are responding to at least one house and one vehicle on fire near
  
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• LIVE: 5 years after 'Dr. Death,' doctors still come to Texas to leave pasts behind

  13-02-2022 18:43 via kxan.com
  
  Investigative Summary:
  Next week marks the five-year anniversary of Texas neurosurgeon Christopher Duntsch being sentenced to life in prison. Dubbed "Dr. Death," the case gained national attention, revealing how easy it can be for dangerous doctors to transfer between hospitals. A KXAN investigation found Texas patients aren't getting all the information they need about some doctors' histories. Our team searched through thousands of disciplinary records, spanning more than a dozen states, to di
  
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• 'Dr. Death' could 'absolutely' happen again, KXAN investigation reveals

  13-02-2022 18:43 via kxan.com
  
  Investigative Summary:
  Next week marks the five-year anniversary of Texas neurosurgeon Christopher Duntsch being sentenced to life in prison. Dubbed "Dr. Death," the case gained national attention, revealing how easy it can be for dangerous doctors to transfer between hospitals. A KXAN investigation found Texas patients aren't getting all the information they need about some doctors' histories. Our team searched through thousands of disciplinary records, spanning more than a dozen states, to di
  
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• 5 years after 'Dr. Death,' doctors still come to Texas to leave pasts behind

  13-02-2022 18:43 via kxan.com
  
  Investigative Summary:
  Next week marks the five-year anniversary of Texas neurosurgeon Christopher Duntsch being sentenced to life in prison. Dubbed "Dr. Death," the case gained national attention, revealing how easy it can be for dangerous doctors to transfer between hospitals. A KXAN investigation found Texas patients aren't getting all the information they need about some doctors' histories. Our team searched through thousands of disciplinary records, spanning more than a dozen states, to di
  
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• The congressman, the engineer, and the newcomer: Democratic battle for Austin's new Dist. 37

  13-02-2022 18:42 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — With early voting set to get underway in the March primary election on Monday, candidates in one local race are pushing to make sure voters are fully aware that Austin has a new congressional district, thanks to the census count.District 37 was carefully crafted by Republican state legislators during last fall's third special session.
  Comprised of nearly all of Austin west of I-35, the deep blue district swallows up the majority of local Democratic voters, strengthening the
  
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• 'Top Dogs' embody KXAN in Puppy Bowl, Super Bowl spot

  13-02-2022 14:23 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — KXAN viewers have seen Kaxan on their screens for years. He's the station's official mascot found wandering behind the studio in 2012 and adopted by Jim Spencer. But this Puppy Bowl (and Super Bowl), KXAN set out to find some other dogs that also embody the spirit of the station.KXAN's marketing team tapped Edward Flores of Mud Puppies, a local pet groomer, to help. Laugh at these Super Bowl ads before they air"Basically, they felt that you have to stand out on Super Bowl S
  
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• Cold start but sunny and very pleasant day ahead

  13-02-2022 13:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A much more pleasant and calm day is in store for your Sunday after yesterday's cold front that brought anything from rain, sleet, snow and even graupel.
  After a cold start, temperatures will warm into the 60s, which is right near our seasonal averages for the middle of February. BLOG: Graupel fell on parts of Central Texas on Saturday; What is it?Skies will be sunny, winds will be calm, humidity will be low - all ingredients for a fantastic Super Bowl Sunday. BLOG: When wi
  
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• State of Texas: 'The grid is not fixed' - Beto O'Rourke touts energy reform in campaign tour

  13-02-2022 13:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Nexstar) - Beto O'Rourke, a Democratic candidate for Texas governor, continues his "Keeping the Lights On" tour of Texas on Thursday in San Antonio, where he unveiled his five-pronged policy proposal for fixing the state's electric grid.His proposals include the following, according to his campaign:Require gas companies to weatherize their infrastructure "with a clear, enforceable standard"Lower Texans’ utility bills through direct assistance and energy efficiency programsConnect T
  
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• A year later: Looking back at Texas' February 2021 winter storm

  13-02-2022 13:00 via kxan.com
  
  CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) — One year after an unprecedented multiday winter storm left millions without power, heat and running water in Texas, KXAN takes a look back at the events that transpired and the legacy this storm leaves behind.Here is the major news broken down by day from KXAN's live blogs during the storm.
  THURSDAY, FEB. 11, 2021Roads get messy
  Austin-Travis County EMS crews responded to a 26-car pileup on the overpass on eastbound North State Highway 45 near Farm to Market 620. Off
  
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• Bobsled starts its Olympic run — what to watch Sunday at the Winter Games

  13-02-2022 07:27 via kxan.com
  
  (KXAN) -- Bobsled events take the stage Sunday at the Winter Olympics. The women's monobob final will be held -- the first medal event of the bobsled's 2022 Games.The U.S. men's and women's curling teams continue play in the round robin portion of the schedule while U.S. men's hockey faces Germany at 7 a.m. Sunday
  Nearly 3,000 athletes, plus coaches and team officials, are in Beijing for the Games.In total, 109 sets of medals will be awarded across 15 sports. Bobsleigh, short track, freestyle sk
  
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• Texas Tech blows away TCU with 2nd half clinic

  13-02-2022 04:50 via kxan.com
  
  LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Texas Tech guard Terrence Shannon’s season started late to make sure he was eligible, and has been interrupted a few times because of back issues.The Red Raiders hope their junior guard can stay around for good down the stretch.Shannon scored 20 points on 7-of-9 shooting and ninth-ranked Texas Tech beat TCU 82-69 after overcoming a 13-point deficit Saturday to remain undefeated at home.The Red Raiders (19-6, 8-4) ended the first half with a 15-5 run, then went a
  
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• Silver Alert issued for Austin 76-year-old with cognitive impairment

  13-02-2022 04:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department is searching for a 76-year-old man with a cognitive impairment Saturday night. Officers are concerned for his safety.Maurice Diggs was last seen on Feb. 9 at 1:45 p.m. in the 12800 block of Lamar Boulevard just north of Parmer Lane, according to a Texas Department of Public Safety press release.
  Diggs is described as being 5'10" tall, 190 pounds and possibly wearing a t-shirt with khaki pants.
  Anyone with information about where he might be is a
  
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• Silver Alert discontinued for Austin 76-year-old with cognitive impairment

  13-02-2022 04:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A Silver Alert for a 76-year-old man with a cognitive impairment Saturday night has been discontinued. Officers were concerned for his safety.He was last seen Feb. 9 at 1:45 p.m. in the 12800 block of Lamar Boulevard just north of Parmer Lane, according to a Texas Department of Public Safety press release.
  Though the alert was issued Saturday night, word of it being discontinued came within a half hour.
  
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• Caught on camera: Doorbell video shows armed theft just north of UT campus

  13-02-2022 04:05 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — University of Texas students in a north campus neighborhood are on high alert after doorbell-camera video showed suspected thieves holding guns while circling victims' cars.
  The neighborhood sits just north of campus near the Saint David's Medical Center. The time stamp on the ring video shows that the incident happened early Friday morning just before university students and children at a nearby elementary school started walking to class.
  "It's certainly a disruption for o
  
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• Caught on camera: Doorbell video shows armed theft in UT's north campus

  13-02-2022 04:05 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — University of Texas students in a north campus neighborhood are on high alert after doorbell-camera video showed suspected thieves holding guns while circling victims' cars.
  The neighborhood sits just north of campus near the Saint David's Medical Center. The time stamp on the ring video shows that the incident happened early Friday morning just before university students and children at a nearby elementary school started walking to class.
  "It's certainly a disruption for o
  
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• LIST: Here are the Texans playing in this year's Super Bowl

  13-02-2022 03:28 via kxan.com
  
  LOS ANGELES (KXAN) — For the fourth time in five years, one of the Super Bowl teams will feature a starting quarterback from the state of Texas. In total, 14 players are representing the Lone Star State when Super Bowl LVI kicks off on KXAN/NBC at 5:30 p.m. CT Sunday.Highland Park native Matthew Stafford is making his big game debut in his 13th NFL season when the Los Angeles Rams take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium. These Austin bars will be packed for Super B
  
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• Super Bowl Sunday: When is kickoff?

  13-02-2022 03:17 via kxan.com
  
  (WJW/KXAN) – The final game of the longest NFL season in history is fast approaching.Super Bowl LVI is Sunday, Feb. 13. It is the Cincinnati Bengals (13-7) versus the Los Angeles Rams (15-5).Kickoff is at 5:30 p.m. CT at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif.It is the 56th Super Bowl and is the latest in the year the game has ever been played.The game is the first time the Bengals and the Rams have ever met in a championship.The Bengals will be the official home team. As the official road team,
  
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• Graupel fell on parts of Central Texas Saturday; What is it?

  13-02-2022 01:24 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A mix of rain, sleet, hail, snow and graupel pushed through Central Texas from late Saturday morning through mid-afternoon. While temperatures were too warm for the wintry weather to cause any travel difficulties, the sheer variety of precipitation types was interesting.Rain, of course, is pure liquid. It either forms directly as rain from a cloud or when snow/sleet melts into a liquid form and continues to the ground.Hail fell in a few spots Saturday as convection develope
  
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• Austin cold weather shelters activated with widespread freeze expected Saturday night

  13-02-2022 00:59 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — City of Austin leaders activated cold weather shelters Saturday night as the Austin area is expected to experience a widespread freeze.SATURDAY FORECAST: Clearing skies and fading wind to bring a widespread freeze tonightAnyone who needs shelter is asked to show up at the One Texas Center at 505 Barton Springs Rd. between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday.RELATED: When, how does Austin trigger cold weather shelter operations?For more information, call the 24-7 hotline at 512-305-4
  
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• Decision on Russia's Kamila Valieva expected Monday

  13-02-2022 00:37 via kxan.com
  
  BEIJING (AP) -- The Court of Arbitration for Sport says it expects to announce Monday whether figure skater Kamila Valieva can compete in the women's individual event at the Beijing Olympics.CAS says a closed-door appeal hearing will start at 8:30 p.m. local time Sunday at a hotel in Beijing. Olympic favorite from Russia tests positive for banned heart medication, report saysA three-judge panel will aim to notify all the parties of its verdict Monday afternoon. That's less than 24 hour
  
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