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• Report: Homeownership is now unaffordable in Travis, Williamson County

  17-04-2022 23:46 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Over the past few years, many people around the country have watched home prices in their humble hometowns quickly grow out-of-reach.
  A report by MoneyGeek identified 26 U.S. counties that have made that shift since 2019. To compile its list, MoneyGeek said it looked at counties with more than 250,000 people that are seeing population growth. From there, analysts looked at how much home prices have gone up since 2019 and compared the cost of owning a home to the area's median i
  
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• Austin metro reaches lowest pandemic-era unemployment rate

  17-04-2022 21:48 via kxan.com
  
  CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) — The Austin metro area's unemployment rate fell to 2.7% in March, the lowest levels since the start of the pandemic, Workforce Solutions Capital Area reported Friday.The latest figures are below the unemployment rates for both Texas and the U.S., at 3.9% and 3.8% respectively. March figures account for more than 36,600 unemployed residents in the metro area, which includes Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis and Williamson counties. POPULAR NOW: Severe t-storm watch issue
  
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• ATCEMS: Rescue search canceled after person, dog found on trail

  17-04-2022 21:40 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin-Travis County EMS has called off its rescue search following initial reports of a person and a puppy "washed away" in southeast Austin Sunday afternoon. Witnesses on scene said they saw someone exit the river with a dog on the trail, with ATCEMS adding "it is believed no one [is] in danger in the river."Crews had responded to Roy Guerrero Metro Park around 2:20 p.m. Sunday for the water rescue, ATCEMS said on Twitter.The Austin Fire Department had a boat in the water
  
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• ATCEMS: Person, puppy possibly 'washed away' in southeast Austin

  17-04-2022 21:40 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin-Travis County EMS is responding to a report that a person and a puppy were "washed away" in southeast Austin Sunday afternoon.Medics and STAR Flight are responding to Roy Guerrero Metro Park around 2:20 p.m. Sunday for the potential water rescue, ATCEMS said on Twitter.This is a developing situation. KXAN will update this story as more information becomes available.
  
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• Former Pres. Donald Trump bringing 'American Freedom Tour' to downtown Austin

  17-04-2022 17:33 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Former President Donald Trump will visit downtown Austin in May alongside several other conservative politicians and public figures as part of the American Freedom Tour. The full-day event will be held on May 14 at the Austin Convention Center, located at 500 E. Cesar Chavez St. in downtown Austin.Guest speakers and panelists include Donald Trump Jr., former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and musician Ted Nugent, among others. Satellite and general admission tickets cost $9
  
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• Timing and impacts of severe storm threat this afternoon

  17-04-2022 16:08 via kxan.com
  
  CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) — A cold front combined with daytime heating will trigger a few thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Some of these storms could be on the strong to severe side.
  In fact, the Storm Prediction Center has increased the threat for our area now into the slight — 2 out of 5 — category. Primary threats with these storms include the potential of large hail, up to a quarter size and damaging winds nearing 60 mph.Severe storm threat for the afternoonStorm timing
  
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• Severe t-storm watch: Timing & impacts

  17-04-2022 16:08 via kxan.com
  
  CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) — A cold front combined with daytime heating will trigger a few thunderstorms later this afternoon and into the evening. Some of these storms could be on the strong to severe side.
  A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for most of Central Texas until 8pm. Our main concern is for large damaging hail with the potential for gusty winds.Severe thunderstorm watch until 8pmIn fact, the Storm Prediction Center has increased the threat for our area now into the slight &m
  
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• Severe t-storm watch issued for most of Central Texas

  17-04-2022 16:08 via kxan.com
  
  CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) — A cold front combined with daytime heating will trigger a few thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Some of these storms could be on the strong to severe side.
  A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for most of Central Texas until 8pm. Our main concern is for large damaging hail with the potential for gusty winds.Severe thunderstorm watch until 8pmIn fact, the Storm Prediction Center has increased the threat for our area now into the slight — 2 out of
  
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• Severe t-storm watch in Central Texas canceled

  17-04-2022 16:08 via kxan.com
  
  CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) — The Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for most of Central Texas has been canceled.Two severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for Gillespie County earlier in the afternoon, but those storms have since moved out of the area and additional development is unlikely.Still, a low rain/storm chance is possible through about 8 p.m., but most of us don't get any needed rainfall.
  
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• Severe t-storm watch cancelled

  17-04-2022 16:08 via kxan.com
  
  CENTRAL TEXAS (KXAN) — The Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for most of Central Texas has been cancelled.Two severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for Gillespie County earlier in the afternoon, but those storms have since moved out of the area and additional development is unlikely.Still, a low rain/storm chance is possible through about 8pm, but most of us don't get any needed rainfall.
  
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• APD investigates suspicious death in south Austin Sunday

  17-04-2022 14:33 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department are on scene and investigating a suspicious death reported in south Austin Sunday morning, department officials said in a tweet. Police responded to the 200 block of East Milton Street, off South Congress Avenue.In a press conference Sunday morning, APD officials said the call came in around 4:30 a.m., with the caller reporting they had found a body in the road. Officials said the victim is a male and there was a gunshot wound to the upper part
  
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• State of Texas: Border order backlash brings new Abbott strategy to get truck traffic rolling

  17-04-2022 13:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Gov. Greg Abbott reached a deal with the governor from Tamaulipas on Friday, coming as the final agreement with neighboring Mexican governors to roll back Texas' inspections of commercial vehicles at the southern border, which clogged traffic for more than a week.
  “We are showing how border governors can lead the way on solving border problems,” Abbott said at a press conference in Weslaco.Abbott met with Tamaulipas Gov. Francisco Javier García Cabeza
  
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• Strong storms possible this afternoon

  17-04-2022 09:50 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Happy Easter everyone! We expect dry weather for much of the day including morning Easter egg hunts, but a higher (40%) chance of afternoon/evening thunderstorms. Especially south and west of Austin. If you are traveling today towards San Antonio to see family or friends expect the best chance of rain to occur there.Some of these storms may be on the strong to severe side with gusty winds and large hail, but rainfall coverage won't get everyone wet.Low end (1 out of 5) risk
  
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• Severe storms possible this afternoon

  17-04-2022 09:50 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Happy Easter everyone! We expect dry weather for much of the day including morning Easter egg hunts, but a higher (40%) chance of afternoon/evening thunderstorms. Especially south and west of Austin. If you are traveling today towards San Antonio today to see family or friends expect the best chance of rain to occur there.Not everyone is guaranteed rain today, much of us will miss out. But some of the storms that do form may be on the strong to severe side with damaging 60m
  
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• Less humid and a brief temperature drop ahead

  17-04-2022 09:50 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — We'll enjoy partial clearing tonight as a cold front drops through with temperatures heading into the upper 50s. BLOG: La Nina won't quit: How it impacts hurricane seasonTonight's forecastThis cold front will serve to take away the humid air we've been feeling all weekend.Muggy meter the next few daysMonday looks increasingly sunny, a little breezy, but comfortable.Monday's forecastTemperatures will stay near or below average through Tuesday. Heat and humidity start to buil
  
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• Daily chance of rain... but don't expect much

  17-04-2022 09:50 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 'rinse & repeat' type pattern this week as low rain chances return each afternoon.We start the work week with mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures (low 80s). A weak cold front will bring a brief drop in humidity... but don't get too comfortable. Increasing moisture brings up humidity levels by midweek. BLOG: La Nina won't quit: How it impacts hurricane seasonApril 12 tornadoesThe National Weather Service confirmed a violent high-end EF-3 tornado moved from William
  
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• Clearing tonight with lower humidity incoming

  17-04-2022 09:50 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Happy Easter everyone! Our severe weather threat is basically over after two severe storms moved through Gillespie County and then moved out of the KXAN viewing area.The Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been cancelled early for Central Texas.As a cold front slides through tonight our severe weather threat will end and most clouds will clear out as well.Tonight's forecastThis cold front will serve to take away the humid air we've been feeling all weekend.Muggy meter the next fe
  
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• A few severe storms possible into the evening

  17-04-2022 09:50 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Happy Easter everyone! We expect dry weather for much of the day, but a higher (40%) chance of afternoon/evening thunderstorms. Especially south and west of Austin.
  A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 8pm for most of Central Texas.Not everyone is guaranteed rain today, much of us will miss out. But some of the storms that do form may be on the strong to severe side with damaging 60mph winds and large hail. In fact, the Storm Prediction Center has increased the se
  
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• Austin FC mounts massive comeback in closing minutes for win

  17-04-2022 06:29 via kxan.com
  
  WASHINGTON D.C. (KXAN) — Austin FC is coming home with three points and the top spot in the Western Conference standings after coming back from a 2-0 deficit in the final 10 minutes of Saturday's game at D.C. United.Ruben Gabrielsen scored the game-winning goal in the 90th minute, pushing his header just past D.C. United keeper Bill Hamid at the post. The ball slowly bounced over the line for a 3-2 Austin lead, setting off a massive celebration for every player in green.Austin held on duri
  
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• Attorney: Cowboys player Kelvin Joseph in SUV, but didn't shoot

  17-04-2022 05:01 via kxan.com
  
  DALLAS (AP) — Dallas Cowboys cornerback Kelvin Joseph was riding in a sport utility vehicle from which a man was fatally shot about two months ago, Joseph's attorney said Friday.Cameron Ray, 20, was shot about 2 a.m. March 18 outside a nightclub in the Lower Greenville entertainment district of Old East Dallas, according to a Dallas police statement.A newly released surveillance video showed two groups, one of which Ray was part of, engaged in a brief altercation outside the nightspot. The
  
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• It's peak snake season in Central Texas — have you seen one yet?

  17-04-2022 03:03 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Have you seen any snakes lately?According to experts, this is the time of year snakes are very active in Central Texas and people need to be aware. EMS: One person taken to hospital after snake bite in Reimers RanchTim Cole, the owner of Austin Reptile Service, says there is a better chance of having a run-in with a snake now that temperatures are a little warmer."The main reason is... it is not too hot out and they can't regulate their body temperature, so they have t
  
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• Body found near area of missing Travis County swimmers

  17-04-2022 02:15 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — The body of a man was found by the Travis County Sheriff's Office Sunday near the area where two missing swimmers were reportedly last seen Saturday evening, TCSO said on Twitter.TCSO says it will continue its search Monday morning.An official at the scene Saturday told KXAN that two people were missing after they jumped in the water near Little Webberville Park in eastern Travis County.An incident commander said the area has a very strong current, which has l
  
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• 2 swimmers missing in eastern Travis County

  17-04-2022 02:15 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Two swimmers are missing near Little Webberville Park in eastern Travis County Saturday evening, according to Austin-Travis County EMS.ATCEMS responded to the area between 931 and 1134 Water Street around 6:45 p.m. That area is near the Colorado River.In a follow-up tweet, ATCEMS said multiple boats and STAR Flight are also responding.This is a developing story. KXAN will update this story as more information becomes available.
  
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• 2 bodies found near area of missing Travis County swimmers

  17-04-2022 02:15 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Two bodies have been found near the area where two missing swimmers were reportedly last seen Saturday evening in eastern Travis County, according to Austin-Travis County EMS and the Travis County Sheriff's Office.An official at the scene Saturday told KXAN that two people were missing after they jumped in the water near Little Webberville Park.An incident commander said the area has a very strong current, which has led to rescues and recoveries in the area pr
  
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• Abbott sparks fresh White House speculation with border moves

  17-04-2022 01:29 via kxan.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) drew national attention this week by sending two buses full of Latin American asylum applicants from the southern border to Washington, D.C., the latest move to fuel speculation that he’s plotting a future campaign for the White House. Abbott largely received praise from fellow Republicans for his headline-grabbing move, and the arrival of dozens of migrants in Washington was played on conservative news networks. Abbott also spar
  
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• What's open, closed on Easter Sunday 2022

  17-04-2022 00:49 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – While it's not a federal holiday, last-minute errands on Easter Sunday 2022 may get tricky if you don't do your homework.For some big-name businesses, Sunday will mean normal operating hours, while others will modify their schedules or close completely.Full Pink Moon to dazzle the night sky ahead of Easter
  Because the holiday falls on a Sunday, most banks, government buildings and schools will be closed as usual. The United States Postal Service doesn't observe Easter as a holi
  
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• Country's oldest park ranger retires at 100

  17-04-2022 00:34 via kxan.com
  
  (AP) — The US' oldest active park ranger is hanging up her Smokey hat at the age of 100.The National Park Service has said that Betty Reid Soskin retired last month after she led tours for more than 15 years at the Rosie the Riveter/World War Two Home Front National Historical Park in Richmond in the state of California.At an event on Thursday, Soskin spoke about her experience as a Black woman working on the home front during the war."Because when I was 20 years old, I'm working for the g
  
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