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• No. 24 Texas needs a win at No. 13 Kansas State to keep Big 12 title hopes alive

  05-11-2022 23:19 via kxan.com
  
  MANHATTAN, Kan. (KXAN) — In terms of achieving their main goal of playing for a conference championship, Saturday's game against the Kansas State Wildcats is essentially a must-win for the Texas Longhorns.The No. 24 Longhorns have to avoid the dreaded third conference loss if they want a realistic shot at playing for the Big 12 Conference title on Dec. 3, but it's certainly not going to be easy going up against one of the most complete teams in the country in No. 13 Kansas State.MORE THAN
  
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• No. 24 Texas hangs on to drop No. 13 Kansas State 34-27

  05-11-2022 23:19 via kxan.com
  
  MANHATTAN, Kan. (KXAN) — The Longhorns hung on for dear life. It got tight late, but they finally found a way to hold a lead in the second half.Keondre Coburn forced a fumble and Jaylan Ford recovered it with 0:24 left in the game to preserve a 34-27 win over No. 13 Kansas State on Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the Score sports newsletter at kxan.com/newslettersTexas running back Bijan
  
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• Live updates: No. 24 Texas rolls up 31-10 lead over No. 13 Kansas State at halftime

  05-11-2022 23:19 via kxan.com
  
  MANHATTAN, Kan. (KXAN) — So far, so good for the Texas Longhorns against Kansas State on the road.Texas scored 10 points in the final 1:35 of the second quarter to take a 31-10 lead over the Wildcats at halftime. However, Texas hasn't been good at holding big leads — at all — so the second half could get interesting.MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the Score sports newsletter at kxan.com/newslettersTexas running ba
  
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• Live updates: No. 24 Texas needs a win at No. 13 Kansas State to keep Big 12 title hopes alive

  05-11-2022 23:19 via kxan.com
  
  MANHATTAN, Kan. (KXAN) — In terms of achieving their main goal of playing for a conference championship, Saturday's game against the Kansas State Wildcats is essentially a must-win for the Texas Longhorns.The No. 24 Longhorns have to avoid the dreaded third conference loss if they want a realistic shot at playing for the Big 12 Conference title on Dec. 3, but it's certainly not going to be easy going up against one of the most complete teams in the country in No. 13 Kansas State.MORE THAN
  
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• 'Putt Fore Autism' drives up funds and awareness

  05-11-2022 23:07 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Throughout the iconic Peter Pan miniature golf course, you’ll find massive technicolor statues, including ones of dinosaurs, rabbits, clown heads and of course, Peter Pan.But today, putters also found signs displaying facts about autism spectrum disorder.That is because Spark Learning – a local clinic that provides therapy to children on the autism spectrum – hosted their annual event “Putt Fore Autism” at the miniature golf course. The event i
  
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• Singer Aaron Carter dies at 34: outlets

  05-11-2022 21:36 via kxan.com
  
  LOS ANGELES COUNTY (KTLA/NEXSTAR) — Pop star Aaron Carter has died at 34 at his California home, TMZ reports. His death was also confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter.TMZ said that Carter was found dead at his home in Lancaster, reportedly after drowning in his bathtub.Officials responded to a drowning just before 11 a.m. in the 42000 block of Valley Vista Drive, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The Los Angeles Police Department did not identify the victim, but confirmed
  
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• Singer Aaron Carter dies at 34

  05-11-2022 21:36 via kxan.com
  
  LANCASTER, Calif. (KTLA/NEXSTAR) — Pop star Aaron Carter has died at 34 at his California home, according to Associated Press and other outlets. As originally reported by TMZ, Carter was found dead at his home in Lancaster, reportedly after drowning in his bathtub.Deputies responded around 11 a.m. following reports of a medical emergency at the home in Lancaster, said Deputy Alejandra Parra with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Not sure how to play Powerball? Here’s what
  
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• Funeral homes could be required to start posting prices online

  05-11-2022 21:00 via kxan.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - Funerals can be pricey, but a new federal rule could make it easier for people to manage those costs. The Federal Trade Commission is considering changes to the so-called 'Funeral Rule', which controls where and how prices are listed. Saying goodbye to a loved one comes with a cost. The average funeral is over $7,00 according to the Funeral Consumer Alliance. Stephen Brobeck with the Consumer Federation of America says in part the high prices are driven
  
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• Obama's chili, JFK's waffles or Trump's mom's meatloaf: election night recipe ideas

  05-11-2022 20:51 via kxan.com
  
  SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — It’s election season and the country is predictably divided over political issues again—so why not stop arguing over politics and close out election night by bickering over which of our most recent U.S. presidents had the best culinary taste?
  Sink your teeth into John F. Kennedy's waffles, Jimmy Carter's peanut butter pie and Barack Obama's chili, then visit the other side of the political buffet to serve yourself a few conservatively-sized sc
  
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• 1 dead after police shooting in Hays County

  05-11-2022 18:49 via kxan.com
  
  HAYS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) – A man has died after a police shooting incident in Dripping Springs, according to Hays County officials.Early Saturday, deputies with the Hays County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 1300 block of Trinity Hills in Dripping Springs for a disturbance call. A short time later, deputies responded to the 100 block of Victoria Court for a follow-up investigation related to the disturbance.Image of John File (HCSO photo)“Upon the deputies’ arrival at
  
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• 1 dead, 1 injured after police shooting in Hays County

  05-11-2022 18:49 via kxan.com
  
  HAYS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) – A man has died after a police shooting incident in Dripping Springs, according to Hays County officials.Early Saturday, deputies with the Hays County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 1300 block of Trinity Hills in Dripping Springs for a disturbance call. A short time later, deputies responded to the 100 block of Victoria Court for a follow-up investigation related to the disturbance.Image of John File (HCSO photo)“Upon the deputies’ arrival at
  
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• Multiple tornadoes reported Friday in northeast Texas

  05-11-2022 17:58 via kxan.com
  
  TEXAS (KXAN) — Strong thunderstorms affected Central Texas Friday night with the approach of a Pacific cold front. But as of 10 a.m. Saturday, there were no reports of any storm damage based on the Storm Prediction Center's summary from Friday night to early Saturday morning. The storms did cause a ground stop for a brief time at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.It was a different story for northeast Texas, where a Level 4 out of 5 meant a moderate risk for severe weather.
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• Yelp: The Skylark Lounge in east Austin named best dive bar in Texas

  05-11-2022 17:34 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The top dive bar in Texas can be found in east Austin, according to Yelp.The Skylark Lounge, which calls itself Austin's best blues and soul live music venue, took the top spot for the Lone Star State.According to its Facebook page, The Skylark Lounge is part Austin dive bar and part live music venue with various live music performances and shows available. READ MORE: The best dive bar in every state, according to YelpAnalysts at Yelp examined their databases to determine the to
  
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• 'Becoming Kaxan': New children's book now available

  05-11-2022 16:37 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – “Becoming Kaxan,” a new children’s book about a stray dog turned celebrity, is now available.“The book is based on the true story of an unwanted dog discovered in an alley behind Austin television station KXAN and his remarkable transformation to an important member of the local animal therapy and rescue community,” a release for the book said.Kaxan soon became a local TV star, which enabled him to expand his advocacy for animal welfare causes
  
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• What should you do with your leftover pumpkins?

  05-11-2022 14:37 via kxan.com
  
  SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — It may seem easiest to throw away your jack o' lantern as soon as Halloween has passed but did you know there are other options? Here are a few things you can do with your leftover pumpkins, be they gutted or intact.
  A quick note: these mostly apply to pumpkins that are not painted. If you painted your pumpkin, be careful to not consume any paint or feed it to any animals. When in doubt, throw it out.
  Leave the pumpkins out for the crittersThis is the easiest thing t
  
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• Warm sunshine into your Sunday

  05-11-2022 13:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Today is the last day of Daylight Saving Time for 2022. Set your clocks BACK one hour to gain an extra hour of however you choose to use it.This first weekend of November will be sunny. Highs Saturday will be in the 70s. Highs Sunday will warm to the 80s.Seasonably mild today but noticeably warmer tomorrowShowers and thunderstorms did move across the area Friday night with a few severe thunderstorm warnings mixed in. There was no measured rain in much of the Hill County. It appe
  
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• Warm sunshine for your Sunday

  05-11-2022 13:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Today is the last day of Daylight Saving Time for 2022. Set your clocks BACK one hour tonight to gain that extra hour of sleep.Daylight Saving Time ends tonightTonight will be clear, cool and calm with lows falling down into the low 50s. A beautiful Sunday is expected with a mainly sunny sky and unseasonably warm temperatures.Unseasonably warm SundayClouds will increase from the coast late Sunday afternoon. The onshore flow will lead to a chance of widely scattered showers after
  
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• A bright weekend

  05-11-2022 13:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Today is the last day of Daylight Saving Time for 2022. Set your clocks BACK one hour to gain an extra hour of however you choose to use it.This first weekend of November will be sunny. Highs Saturday will be in the 70s. Highs Sunday will warm to the 80s.Seasonably mild today but noticeably warmer tomorrowShowers and thunderstorms did move across the area Friday night with a few severe thunderstorm warnings mixed in. There was no measured rain in much of the Hill County. It appe
  
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• Texas high school football scores for Friday, Nov. 4

  05-11-2022 06:45 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A lot of games in Central Texas were delayed by storms that brought heavy rain and lightning to the area, but most of them started around 9 p.m. and schools got the regular season finales in the book Friday.Georgetown picked up a 40-14 win over Cedar Park, Cedar Ridge needed overtime to top McNeil 34-28 and Dripping Springs shut out Anderson 49-0.Check out the rest of the scores from around Texas below:Scores from around Central TexasA&M Consolidated 19, Glenn 17Austin
  
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• Tickets for new Georgetown music festival go fast, some fans disappointed

  05-11-2022 04:43 via kxan.com
  
  GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) -- Music fans took to social media Friday to share disappointment about access to next year’s first-ever Two Step Inn. The two-day country music festival set to feature acts like Shenandoah, Tyler Childers, Wynona Judd, and T-Pain. In the comments under posts by the event page, fans said the ticket tier system was “unfair” and claimed bots swooped in, leaving more expensive tickets for them. Leslie Carmell, from Katy, purchased four tickets Fr
  
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• 'Mattress Mack' to throw out 1st pitch at Game 6 of World Series in Houston

  05-11-2022 04:09 via kxan.com
  
  HOUSTON (KXAN) — The Houston Astros have a chance Saturday to win the franchise's second World Series, and one of the city's most influential businessmen will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.Gallery Furniture founder Jim McIngvale, known affectionately as "Mattress Mack," is an icon in the Houston community and it was confirmed Friday night that he would indeed throw out the first pitch before Game 6 of the World Series between the Astros and Philadelphia Phillies.MORE THAN THE SCORE:
  
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• Peppermint Parkway: Circuit of The Americas transforms into holiday wonderland

  05-11-2022 03:22 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Circuit of The Americas, a premier sports and entertainment destination, is gearing up to host The Peppermint Parkway, a drive-thru holiday spectacular.
  Tickets are now on sale for the mile-long lights display, which will be at COTA from Nov. 25 through Dec. 30.
  Peppermint Parkway is returning to Circuit of the Americas for the 2022 holiday season. (Courtesy: Circuit of The Americas)The holiday tradition, created in 2020, was designed to provide a COVID-friendly experience
  
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• Circuit of the Americas transforms into holiday wonderland

  05-11-2022 03:22 via kxan.com
  
  KXAN (AUSTIN) - Circuit of the Americas, a premier sports and entertainment destination, is gearing up to host The Peppermint Parkway, a drive-thru holiday spectacular.
  Tickets are now on sale for the mile-long lights display, which will be at COTA from Nov. 25 through Dec. 30.
  Peppermint Parkway is returning to Circuit of the Americas for the 2022 holiday season. (Courtesy: Circuit of The Americas)The holiday tradition, created in 2020, was designed to provide a COVID-friendly experience and is
  
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• Texas Monthly BBQ Fest in Lockhart this weekend

  05-11-2022 03:06 via kxan.com
  
  LOCKHART, Texas (KXAN) — For the first time since its creation, Texas Monthly will bring its annual BBQ fest to the barbecue capital of the state — Lockhart.We caught up with Texas Monthly barbecue editor Daniel Vaughn and Owner of Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ Miguel Vidal. Both will be on hand this weekend.They talked about the importance of bringing this more than-a-decade-old event from Austin to a place people specifically visit to sample true, Texas barbecue."That's something that is
  
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• Strong to severe storms moving out of Central Texas

  05-11-2022 02:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The risk of severe weather decreased in the Austin area Friday, but severe weather still remains possible in the eastern counties.
  The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for Milam County Friday afternoon.FIRST WARNING WEATHER: Stay up to date with your Central Texas forecast, sign up for our weather newsletter at kxan.com/newsletters
  Storms appear unlikely altogether in the Hill Country, and may not even develop in the Austin area. The KXAN First Warning Weathe
  
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• LIVE BLOG: Strong to severe storms in Central Texas, Tornado Watch for Milam County

  05-11-2022 02:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The risk of severe weather decreased in the Austin area Friday, but severe weather still remains possible in the eastern counties.
  The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for Milam County Friday afternoon.FIRST WARNING WEATHER: Stay up to date with your Central Texas forecast, sign up for our weather newsletter at kxan.com/newsletters
  Storms appear unlikely altogether in the Hill Country, and may not even develop in the Austin area. The KXAN First Warning Weathe
  
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• LIVE BLOG: Strong to severe storms in Central Texas

  05-11-2022 02:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The risk of severe weather decreased in the Austin area Friday, but severe weather still remains possible in the eastern counties.
  The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for Milam County Friday afternoon.FIRST WARNING WEATHER: Stay up to date with your Central Texas forecast, sign up for our weather newsletter at kxan.com/newsletters
  Storms appear unlikely altogether in the Hill Country, and may not even develop in the Austin area. The KXAN First Warning Weathe
  
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• LIVE BLOG: Severe storms in Central Texas, Tornado Watch for Milam County

  05-11-2022 02:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The risk of severe weather decreased in the Austin area Friday, but severe weather still remains possible in the eastern counties.
  The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for Milam County Friday afternoon.FIRST WARNING WEATHER: Stay up to date with your Central Texas forecast, sign up for our weather newsletter at kxan.com/newsletters
  Storms appear unlikely altogether in the Hill Country, and may not even develop in the Austin area. The KXAN First Warning Weathe
  
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• State Rep. Tony Tinderholt, one of the most far-right members of the House, announces he’s running for speaker

  05-11-2022 02:08 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (The Texas Tribune) -- State Rep. Tony Tinderholt, R-Arlington, announced Friday he is running for speaker, challenging fellow Republican Dade Phelan.Tinderholt is one of the furthest-right Republicans in the chamber, and in a statement, he made clear he would be running on his opposition to Democratic committee chairs.“Will the priority legislation of the Republican Party of Texas receive a vote on the Texas House floor?” Tinderholt said in a statement. “The t
  
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• Updates: Storms around Austin put some Friday high school football games on hold

  05-11-2022 01:53 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Some schools pivoted quickly and moved Friday night football games to Thursday due to storms forecast throughout the Austin area, but some chose to keep the games on Friday and many are in lightning/weather delays.KXAN photographers are at Georgetown, Lake Travis and the Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex, and all the games there are on hold for lightning in the area. Typically, everyone has to clear the stadium at the first sign of lightning, and the game won't restart for at l
  
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• Updates: Lake Travis, Bowie call off final game of the season amid weather delay

  05-11-2022 01:53 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Some schools pivoted quickly and moved Friday night football games to Thursday due to storms forecast throughout the Austin area, but some chose to keep the games on Friday and many are in lightning/weather delays.Some schools decided to start games late, most around 9 p.m., but with essentially nothing on the line in regards to the playoff picture, Lake Travis and Bowie decided to scrub their game and get some extra time off before the playoffs. Lake Travis will be the No.
  
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• Storms around Austin put some Friday high school football games on hold

  05-11-2022 01:53 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Some schools pivoted quickly and moved Friday night football games to Thursday due to storms forecast throughout the Austin area, but some chose to keep the games on Friday and many are in lightning delays.KXAN photographers are at Georgetown, Lake Travis and the Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex, and all the games there are on hold for lightning in the area. Typically, everyone has to clear the stadium at the first sign of lightning, and the game won't restart for at least 30
  
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• Lake Travis, Bowie call off final game of the season amid weather delay

  05-11-2022 01:53 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Some schools pivoted quickly and moved Friday night football games to Thursday due to storms forecast throughout the Austin area, but some chose to keep the games on Friday and many are in lightning/weather delays.Some schools decided to start games late, most around 9 p.m., but with essentially nothing on the line in regards to the playoff picture, Lake Travis and Bowie decided to scrub their game and get some extra time off before the playoffs. Lake Travis will be the No.
  
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• Scattered thunderstorms moving through, some may turn severe

  05-11-2022 01:45 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A large storm system moving through the Plains is leading to a threat of severe thunderstorms this evening through 10 p.m. A Tornado Watch is in effect for Milam County, not the Austin area, through 8 p.m. for the potential of tornado development.Tornado Watch in effect for Milam county through 8 p.m.Read the full storm timeline and expectations below: DETAILS -- Severe storm, tornado threat mainly in eastern counties Friday eveningRisk of isolated severe storms remains for our
  
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• Rain and thunderstorms exit, leaving a cooler autumn weekend

  05-11-2022 01:45 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A powerful storm system moving through Texas Friday night led to several violent tornado touchdowns in northeast Texas, injuring at least two. Some of the damage in that area indicates that the tornadoes may have been very strong -- possibly EF-3 or EF-4 intensity. Live updated rain totalsLocally, much of the Austin area recorded over 1 inch of rain. While there were several Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in our eastern counties Friday night, we did not receive any ground confirma
  
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• Photos: Scenic storm clouds seen over Central Texas at sunset

  05-11-2022 01:37 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — As storms rolled into Central Texas Friday night, sunset colors could be seen bouncing off the clouds.
  Vibrant hues of peach could be seen highlighting the clouds as they moved over areas like Georgetown and Liberty Hill.How to take ReportIt weather photos like a pro — and get them on TVClouds in Liberty Hill on Nov. 4, 2022 (Courtesy: Brien R Aho)Clouds in Liberty Hill on Nov. 4, 2022 (Courtesy: Brien R Aho)Clouds in Liberty Hill on Nov. 4, 2022 (Courtesy: Brien R Ah
  
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• Gourdough's Public House to close location on South Lamar

  05-11-2022 01:04 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After being around for 10 years, Gourdough's Public House is closing its location on South Lamar Boulevard at the end of this week.
  Before the doors close officially, the restaurant, known for its unique donut dishes, will have a goodbye party on Sunday, according to a news release.
  The goodbye party will have all-day brunch, food and cocktail specials and $2 draft beers.Remember these old Austin spots? Nostalgic restaurants, businesses no longer aroundBusiness partners Pau
  
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• Texas increases multi-draw option with Powerball prize at $1.6 billion

  05-11-2022 00:56 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Lottery players can "stay in the game longer" with increased multi-draws, according to a lottery release.The Texas Lottery is increasing the multi-draw option for the Powerball and Lotto Texas from a maximum of ten drawings to now 15. The Powerball multi-draw allows players to play the same set of numbers for more than one drawing at a time for several consecutive drawings. This allows players more opportunities to win. $1M winning Powerball ticket sold in Round RockT
  
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• 1 dead after rollover crash on East Riverside Drive

  05-11-2022 00:19 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- First responders are on the scene of a fatal crash in south Austin Friday afternoon.
  It happened in the 800 block of E. Riverside Dr., which is just west of Interstate 35 and south of Lady Bird Lake.
  Austin-Travis County EMS tweeted about the crash at 5:35 p.m. and said it was a rollover crash that involved one vehicle and three people.
  A person was pronounced dead at the scene, one person was ejected from the vehicle and another was transported to a hospital with potentially se
  
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