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• Authorities search for man suspected of killing 4 people in Georgia

  15-07-2023 23:49 via kxan.com
  
  HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) — Authorities in Georgia hunted Saturday for a man who remained at large hours after he was suspected of gunning down three men and a woman in a suburban neighborhood south of Atlanta.Andre Longmore, 40, is believed to be armed and dangerous, Hampton Police Chief James Turner said during a news conference. The shootings happened late Saturday morning in a subdivision in Hampton, a city of roughly 8,500 people.Officials released few details about the killings. Turner said
  
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• Barton Springs Road safety project construction begins, plan updated based on community feedback

  15-07-2023 23:04 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's Note: This story has been updated to reflect the adjustments to the Barton Springs Road Safety Improvements Pilot following public comment, which is separate from the Barton Springs Road Bridge Project. AUSTIN (KXAN) — This week marks the start of construction ahead of a year-long pilot project on Barton Springs Road that will reduce traffic to one lane in each direction in an effort to improve safety there.The part of the road that will change is between
  
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• Austinites share opinions, concerns about new Barton Springs Bridge

  15-07-2023 23:04 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – The City of Austin is one step closer to making major improvements to the Barton Springs Bridge. The bridge has been standing over Barton Creek for nearly 100 years, and though it is still safe, it ranked on a list of the top five bridges in Austin in most need of repair or replacement in 2018. The city also recognizes mobility concerns for vehicles, bikers and pedestrians with the current structure. In November 2020, voters approved over $100 million dollars for
  
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• APD searching for suspect in north Austin aggravated assault

  15-07-2023 23:02 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Austin Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect involved in an aggravated assault in north Austin, police said in a news release Friday.At approximately 8 a.m., May 5, officers responded to the 9300 block of Northgate Boulevard for the assault, the release said.
  According to police, the male victim, who was not identified by police Friday, was standing in a parking lot waiting for a ride to work, when another man approached him. Then, poli
  
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• Video: Frontier plane forced to divert to Denver after 2 women fight, disrupt flight

  15-07-2023 21:39 via kxan.com
  
  LAS VEGAS (KLAS) —  A planeful of Las Vegas-bound passengers ended up being diverted to Denver International Airport Tuesday night after an apparent fight broke out involving some passengers.Frontier Airlines flight 2143 left Philadephia around 10:30 p.m. ET Tuesday and was scheduled to arrive in Las Vegas around 8:40 p.m. PT.
  The flight ended up being about an hour late because the plane had to reroute to Denver where two passengers traveling together were deplaned and met at the gat
  
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• Mrs. Texas is on a mission to end human trafficking as she competes for the national title

  15-07-2023 21:37 via kxan.com
  
  HOUSTON (KIAH) — She is a wife, mother and volunteer on a mission to save those caught up in human and sex trafficking. And she's doing all of this and more, with a new crown on her head.Lynne Dowell is the new Mrs. Texas 2023.This Houston-area woman entered Texas America's Most Beautiful Pageant, and she won.Now, she's using this platform to let people know that when you get married, life is just getting started, and that includes in pageantry too.She also wanted to be an example for
  
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• People donate fans in Kaxan's honor during Family Eldercare’s 2023 Summer Fan Drive

  15-07-2023 21:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — During the 33rd Family Eldercare’s Summer Fan Drive on Friday, several donations were made in honor of Kaxan, KXAN’s beloved mascot who died after a battle with brain cancer in March.Over the past decade, Kaxan served as the handsome ball of fluff that appeared alongside KXAN Senior Forecaster Jim Spencer.Family Eldercare shared someone donated money in Kaxan's honor with the message: Your legacy continues, sweet pup. Rest in power!During the fan drive
  
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• Man convicted in death of Austin ice cream man sentenced to 25 years in prison

  15-07-2023 20:48 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A man convicted of killing a north Austin ice cream man in 2020 was sentenced to serve 25 years in state prison on May 25, according to Travis County court documents.Court records showed 23-year-old Jermaine Jones originally pleaded guilty to capital murder by terror threat/other felony. RELATED: APD searching for getaway driver, identifies 3 arrested on murder charges in death of Austin ice cream manJones has a jail credit of 1,026 days that would go toward his sentence, a
  
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• 1 dead following motorcycle collision in west Austin

  15-07-2023 20:28 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A person died Saturday afternoon after a collision between a vehicle and motorcycle in west Austin, according to Austin-Travis County EMS.Officials said the adult patient was pronounced dead after “resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful.”ATCEMS said the crash occurred at 12:15 p.m. in the 4900 block of Farm-to-Market Road 2222.Drivers should expect delays in the area, according to officials.
  
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• Museum of Ice Cream to pass out free scoops for National Ice Cream Day

  15-07-2023 20:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – If you’re looking for a sweet deal on National Ice Cream Day, the Museum of Ice Cream has got you covered. President Ronald Reagan designated July National Ice Cream Month in 1984 and the third Sunday of the month National Ice Cream Day, according to the International Dairy Foods Association. “I call upon the people of the United States to observe these events with appropriate ceremonies and activities,” Reagan said in his proclamation on the mat
  
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• Museum of Ice Cream passes free scoops for National Ice Cream Day

  15-07-2023 20:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – If you’re looking for a sweet deal on National Ice Cream Day, the Museum of Ice Cream has got you covered. The Museum of Ice Cream is celebrating with appropriate ceremonies at its four locations in Austin, Chicago, New York and Singapore.On Saturday and Sunday in Austin, the museum will be passing out free ice cream to Austinites from a truck at 901 S Congress Ave from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. “Ice cream has a magical quality that can transport us back
  
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• 12 photos that only make sense if you grew up in Texas

  15-07-2023 19:56 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — What reminds you of your childhood in Texas?We combed through Texas Reddit to find some common memories Texans seem to share. While this list is not exhaustive, we hope the following photos bring back fond memories. Austin’s ‘I love you so much’ mural gets ‘Barbie’ makeoverThe Texas sandwich stapleYour grandma's pantry was never without a loaf of Mrs. Baird's bread. The "Born in Texas, Baked in Texas" brand has that iconic squiggly-striped packagin
  
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• 1 dead in Round Rock after vehicle hit person

  15-07-2023 17:46 via kxan.com
  
  ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — One person is dead after a vehicle hit them on Interstate 35 in Round Rock late Friday, according to police.
  Round Rock Police Department said officers responded to a "welfare concern" call just before 10 p.m. Friday. Officers found a body on the shoulder of the road on I-35 near Old Settlers Boulevard.
  Police identified the person as 31-year-old Jennifer Wingard of Round Rock. RRPD said Wingard had injuries "consistent with being struck by a vehicle."Police said
  
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• Police identify man shot, killed in west Austin parking lot

  15-07-2023 15:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Police identified the man killed Saturday morning in the parking lot of a west Austin apartment complex, and they're now offering a reward to anyone who can help catch the shooter.
  The Austin Police Department shared Monday the victim's name is Jarod Mason, 45. Investigators said he died at the scene from multiple gunshot wounds. They added they now believe "multiple suspects left the scene in a vehicle" after the shooting, according to a news release.MAP: Where have Austin
  
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• APD: No suspect in custody after west Austin homicide

  15-07-2023 15:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Saturday, the Austin Police Department said it was investigating a homicide in west Austin.A public information officer held a briefing Saturday morning and said officers responded at 6:40 a.m. after a 911 caller reported hearing several gunshots at an apartment complex in the 3500 block of North Capital of Texas Highway.When officers arrived, a man in his 40s was found lying next to a vehicle with trauma to his body, according to APD. Life-saving measures were performed
  
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• APD investigating homicide in west Austin 

  15-07-2023 15:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Saturday, the Austin Police Department said it was investigating a homicide in west Austin.APD said officers were at an apartment complex in the 3500 block of North Capital of Texas Highway southbound.A public information officer is expected to hold a briefing later Saturday morning, according to APD.This is a developing story. Check back with KXAN for more information.
  
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• 1 man dead in west Austin homicide; no suspect in custody

  15-07-2023 15:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Saturday, the Austin Police Department said it was investigating a homicide in west Austin.A public information officer held a briefing Saturday morning and said officers responded at 6:40 a.m. after a 911 caller reported hearing several gunshots at an apartment complex in the 3500 block of North Capital of Texas Highway.When officers arrived, a man in his 40s was found lying next to a vehicle with trauma to his body, according to APD. Life-saving measures were performed
  
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• Heat records will be set or tied in the next several days

  15-07-2023 14:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Clouds increased during the overnight hours but will gradually clear out during the morning. Look for a mostly sunny sky late this morning into the afternoon. South winds will increase to 10 to 15 mph this afternoon.Most highs today will peak at between 103° and 107°. Camp Mabry reached 107° Friday afternoon, 11° above normal and within 1° of tying a record. Today's record high is, again, 108° set in 1925.Heat alerts remain until at least 9:00 tonight. Mu
  
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• 'Barbie World': All things Barbie happening around Austin ahead of movie release

  15-07-2023 14:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin may not have a ginormous Barbie Dreamhouse Airbnb to celebrate the upcoming release of the "Barbie" movie, but it does have plenty of pink-themed parties and plans ahead of the premier.
  The highly-anticipated film follows Barbie and Ken leaving Barbieland to traverse into the "real world," but the closer the premier draws to theaters, the more the "Barbie World" bleeds into ours.
  It started with the famous "I love you so much" mural on South Congress Avenue being "dedicat
  
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• The show must go on! Matilda shines even in the heat

  15-07-2023 06:37 via kxan.com
  Temperatures are heating up in Central Texas and they aren't going away anytime soon."It said it was 110, when I was driving in," said a man working on the stage at Zilker Hillside Theatre.With afternoon temperatures being so high the lows aren't dropping as much as many of us would like.  "Temperatures haven't been falling below 100 degrees in Austin this week until 8 or 8:30 p.m. which is pretty extraordinary," said KXAN Meteorologist David Yeomans. "Typically, this time of year our high
  
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• Record warm Gulf of Mexico partially responsible for Texas heat wave

  15-07-2023 03:41 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Central Texas is baking in its second-hottest July on record, due in part to persistent southeast winds blowing over record warm Gulf of Mexico waters.Overnight low temperatures in Austin have been record warm four out of the last five mornings as of Friday, and we are expecting another record warm morning on Saturday. Southeast winds originating over the 86°+ Gulf of Mexico strip heat and moisture from the water and bring more humidity into the area, keeping overnight lows
  
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• TxDOT accepting public comment on transportation upgrades

  15-07-2023 01:46 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KTAL/KMSS) – The State of Texas is ranked number 1 in numeric population growth in the nation, and with such a massive population boom comes the need for a long-term plan that will address citizens’ transportation needs for the next decade and beyond.  TxDOT Director Marc Williams said it’s important to hear from the public to guide transportation improvements. Such improvement will address congestion and safety, connect communities, and preserve roadways already i
  
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• City responds to Austin Animal Center concerns

  15-07-2023 00:39 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — In a memo sent Friday, Interim City Manager Jesus Garza addressed concerns about Austin Animal Center.AAC, the designated municipal shelter for the City of Austin and unincorporated Travis County, provides shelter to thousands of animals annually, as well as provides animal protection and pet resource services, according to the memo. RELATED: Almost a year later, Austin Animal Center still not doing non-emergency intake“Over the last few years, AAC has seen a record n
  
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• Water restrictions prohibited in Central Texas

  15-07-2023 00:17 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Various cities and water suppliers implemented water restrictions, which would prohibit either indoor or outdoor water usage, depending on the city.City of GeorgetownOn Friday, the City of Georgetown temporarily enacted and enforced Stage 3 of the Drought Contingency Plan, due to sustained high water use nearing system treatment capacity, the city said in a news release. The restriction is effective immediately from July 14 through July 17, according to the city. City of Georget
  
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• Central Texas cities issue water restrictions

  15-07-2023 00:17 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Various cities and water suppliers implemented water restrictions, which would prohibit either indoor or outdoor water usage, depending on the city.City of GeorgetownOn Friday, the City of Georgetown temporarily enacted and enforced Stage 3 of the Drought Contingency Plan, due to sustained high water use nearing system treatment capacity, the city said in a news release. The restriction is effective immediately from July 14 through July 17, according to the city. City of Georget
  
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