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• 27th Livestrong Challenge held in Austin Sunday

  10-09-2023 22:28 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Almost 2,000 cancer survivors, patients and cancer advocates nationwide participated in the 27th Livestrong Challenge in downtown Austin Sunday.Participants walk, run and ride in the event in support of cancer survivors and their families, per an event release. It's held by The Livestrong Foundation, an Austin-based nonprofit whose goal for the event is to connect "a community dedicated to surmounting the everyday challenges by those affected by cancer.""Today’s race
  
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• Texas Longhorns jump 7 spots in AP Top 25 following road win over Alabama Crimson Tide

  10-09-2023 22:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns barrelled into the Associated Press' top five college football rankings with their 34-24 road win over Alabama on Saturday.The Longhorns jumped seven spots from No. 11 to No. 4 in the AP Top 25 released Sunday by the news organization. Texas also received two first-place votes in the balloting and made the biggest move in this week's rankings of any team.MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the
  
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• Quinn Ewers named Walter Camp Offensive Player of the Week following Alabama win

  10-09-2023 21:54 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers earned national recognition after helping lead the Longhorns to a 34-24 win over Alabama on Saturday.Ewers was named the Walter Camp Foundation Offensive Player of the Week, the organization announced Sunday. He's the ninth Texas player to be honored with the weekly award since 2004. Instant Analysis: Texas picks up historic victory in the Steve Sarkisian eraEwers completed 24 of 38 passes for 349 yards and three touchdowns, two of which came i
  
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• GoGo YumYum delivers new ice cream truck business model in Central Texas

  10-09-2023 20:20 via kxan.com
  
  ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) -- There's a new kind of ice cream truck rolling around Central Texas.Tanya Rosenzweig is the owner of the GoGo YumYum, a Round Rock-based ice cream truck that launched in June and has revamped the ice cream truck model to focus on requested stops and truck rentals for events. Rosenzweig, a graphic designer by trade, said she wanted to preserve the nostalgia of the ice cream truck experience while revitalizing its operations."The world today is different. People don't re
  
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• Semiconductor manufacturer discusses plans to expand Austin operations

  10-09-2023 19:40 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The City of Austin Economic Development Department said it was discussing plans with a Netherlands semiconductor manufacturer to improve and expand its semiconductor chip manufacturing operations in Austin.The manufacturer is NXP Semiconductors N.V., and it currently has two Austin-based chip manufacturing facilities.“NXP's investment has the potential to generate an estimated annual economic impact of $560 million,” the city said in a statement.The city said it
  
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• Is pumpkin spice an addiction? Maybe not, but it's not the opposite either

  10-09-2023 19:16 via kxan.com
  
  (WHTM) — Americans are drinking and eating a lot of pumpkin-spice everything this time of year, so could it actually be an addiction?Not exactly, according to one WellSpan Psychiatrist. But, he says, marketers are taking advantage of a strong link we develop in our brains between our senses, like taste, and the experiences we have at the same time."It is how our minds work," Dr. J.P. Shand, a psychiatrist at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, said. "This is the w
  
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• Here's how to enjoy tea, scones with kittens in Austin

  10-09-2023 17:30 via kxan.com
  
  WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- What's a dreamier start to a Sunday than enjoying tea and treats with some furry friends?The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter will host its Tea With Kittens fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Rose Haven Bakery & Event Venue, located at 12013 U.S. Hwy. 290 in Austin.Attendees will be able to enjoy some tea and treats while snuggling up with kittens. Proceeds from the event will go to the WCRAS.While the general event is free to the public -
  
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• Map: How long until fall colors peak in Texas?

  10-09-2023 16:38 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — It’s clear that fall is nearly upon us. Labor Day has passed, pumpkin spice everything is back, and we’re losing daylight. The only shoe left to drop are the leaves. For some, the leaves may have already started changing color. For others, it won’t be long until the trees combust into reds, yellows, oranges, and browns. In just a few weeks, some parts of the country will be seeing peak fall colors, according to a new prediction map. SmokyMountai
  
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• 1 injured after collision in south Austin

  10-09-2023 15:39 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — First responders arrived in south Austin at 8:10 a.m. Sunday after a report of a collision involving a vehicle and bike.Austin-Travis County EMS said the collision occurred at the intersection of 1st Street and Slaughter Lane.According to ATCEMS, two patients were involved, and an adult patient was unconscious. Both patients were being evaluated, and the unconscious patient was being treated and taken to the hospital with potentially serious injuries.ATCEMS said to avoid th
  
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• Fireworks banned in Travis County after two homes catch fire

  10-09-2023 15:17 via kxan.com
  
  TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Even though it is not the Fourth of July or New Year's, Travis County leaders said people were still using fireworks, and it was putting people and firefighters at risk.On Friday, County Judge Andy Brown told KXAN he was temporarily banning the use of fireworks.Brown said two homes in the county caught fire last week because of teenagers using fireworks.“Fireworks in particular can be really dangerous, especially the kind that fly because they can land a
  
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• Kyle Police locate missing teen

  10-09-2023 15:00 via kxan.com
  
  KYLE, Texas (KXAN) — On Sunday, the Kyle Police Department said it found a 14-year-old boy who was reported missing.KPD said the teenager was found and is safe.
  
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• Customers complain of suspected inaccuracies with Austin Water's new smart meters

  10-09-2023 14:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – It just kills Lori Latimer to let her plants die. “These are some Mother’s Day gifts,” she said. “I used to have beautiful pink and white flowers all over this one and now it’s just a weed almost.”Still, there’s no way she’s watering now. “With the water situation as it is,” she said. “I had to stop.”That situation is her new Austin Water smart meter.In 2020, Austin Water began an ambitious, five-y
  
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• ATCEMS: 1 dead in auto-motorcycle crash on Mopac service road

  10-09-2023 13:17 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — One person is dead after an auto-motorcycle crash on the Mopac service road in north Austin, according to Austin-Travis County EMS.
  The crash happened around 9:45 p.m. Saturday on the Mopac Expressway southbound service road near the Capitol of Texas Highway intersection.
  One adult was pronounced dead at the scene, ATCEMS said.
  No other crash information was available at the time.
  
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• UTSA's defense stands up in 2nd half, Roadrunners top Texas State Bobcats 20-13

  10-09-2023 07:05 via kxan.com
  
  SAN ANTOINIO (AP) — Kevorian Barnes ran for 103 yards, Frank Harris bounced back from an early injury to throw the winning touchdown pass and UTSA defeated Texas State 20-13 on Saturday.The Battle of I-35 drew 49,342 fans, the second-largest crowd to watch the Roadrunners in the Alamodome. The schools are just 50 miles apart. 5 sacks, nearly 350 yards from Quinn Ewers lead Longhorns to 34-24 win over No. 3 AlabamaHarris, shaken up in the first half, returned after halftime and fo
  
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• Miami Hurricanes shrug off slow start, thump Texas A&M Aggies 48-33

  10-09-2023 07:01 via kxan.com
  
  MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — This season for the Miami Hurricanes was about re-instituting a winning culture led by the players and shown through energetic plays on the field.The Hurricanes are already getting what they worked for. 5 sacks, nearly 350 yards from Quinn Ewers lead Longhorns to 34-24 win over No. 3 AlabamaTyler Van Dyke threw a career-high five touchdown passes Saturday, Brashard Smith returned a kickoff 98 yards for a score and Miami overcame a slow start to defeat N
  
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• Instant Analysis: Texas picks up historic victory in the Steve Sarkisian era

  10-09-2023 06:49 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns stormed into SEC country and took a giant swing at mighty Alabama on their home turf — and they landed a knockout blow.The No. 11 Longhorns topped the No. 3 Crimson Tide 34-24 behind five quarterback sacks by their defense and 349 passing yards from Quinn Ewers. The win snapped Alabama's 21-game home winning streak, and for the third time since 2007 when Nick Saban took over at Alabama, a former assistant beat the legendary coach. That former assis
  
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• Veterans spread suicide prevention awareness in Georgetown

  10-09-2023 04:18 via kxan.com
  
  If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. Crisis counselors are available 24/7.GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) — The first-ever Irreverent Warriors hike in Georgetown took place Saturday. More than 130 veterans walked to spread mental health awareness in the hope of keeping more veterans from dying by suicide.The hike started at the Georgetown VFW Post #8587, circled through San Gabriel Park, Blue Hole Park and the Geo
  
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• Triple digit days end as rain chances ramp up

  10-09-2023 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Monday looks mostly dry during the day aside for a slim chance for an early evening storm. Our best rain chances Monday come mid-evening and overnight with storms dropping into the Hill Country. Storms likely fade before reaching the Austin Metro, but Monday 7 p.m.-Tuesday 2 a.m. could bring some downpours and storms near and west of 281.Monday's highest rain chances will be in the Hill CountryTuesday's rain chances drop to just 10%, but we're still eying much wetter weather lat
  
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• Stretch of cooler, wetter weather ahead

  10-09-2023 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- After a hot and mainly dry day, we finished our Saturday with a cluster of storms bringing rain and cooler temperatures to parts of the Hill Country.Storms will continue to clear south out of the Hill Country through the overnight hours. Tomorrow will hold a lesser chance of rain (only 10%) with slightly cooler temperatures. As of now, Sunday is the only day forecast to be in the triple digits as relatively cooler weather takes over for the work week.Rain chances start low Monda
  
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• Storms possible Saturday evening, wetter week to follow

  10-09-2023 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- After a hot and mainly dry day, we'll finish off our Saturday watching for a handful of showers and storms.Strong storms moving north to south across the Hill Country Saturday eveningScattered storms are likely to move north to south across our area, potentially carrying gusty winds and small hail. There is a low risk of an isolated strong to severe storm in our area tonight.Tomorrow holds a lesser chance of rain (only 10%) with slightly cooler temperatures. As of now, Sunday is
  
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• Scattered storms this evening, wetter week to follow

  10-09-2023 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- After a hot and mainly dry day, we'll finish off our Saturday watching for a handful of showers and storms.Strong storms moving north to south across the Hill Country Saturday eveningScattered storms are likely to move north to south across our area, potentially carrying gusty winds and small hail. There is a low risk of an isolated strong to severe storm in our area tonight.Tomorrow holds a lesser chance of rain (only 10%) with slightly cooler temperatures. As of now, Sunday is
  
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• Daily rain chances as we say goodbye to 100º days

  10-09-2023 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- We're watching slim (10%) rain or storm chances, mainly for the Hill Country into this evening. Most areas stay dry again tonight with a partly cloudy sky. It'll be a cooler night with lows in the low 70s, which is normal for this time of year.Tonight's forecastMonday looks mostly dry during the day aside for a slim chance for an early evening storm. Our best rain chances Monday come mid-evening and overnight with storms dropping into the Hill Country. Storms likely fade before
  
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• Cooler, wetter weather ahead

  10-09-2023 01:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Sunday and Monday will be the hottest temperatures of the next 7 days. In fact, it is possible that today or tomorrow could feature our last triple digit temperatures of the season. So far we have had a total of 78 days of 100-degree or hotter weather.Rain chances start low Monday and Tuesday before gradually increasing mid- to late week. These storms and showers will be triggered by a few upper-level disturbances and the passing of a cold front. Rain chances will peak Thursday
  
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• State of Texas: Testimony and intense cross-examination set tone for Paxton trial

  10-09-2023 01:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Nexstar) — The impeachment trial for suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway at the Texas State Capitol, beginning Tuesday morning despite Paxton's requests to dismiss all articles of impeachment.
  As presiding officer of the trial, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick functioned as a judge by kicking off the trial with procedural moves taking up the majority of the morning. Proceedings began with Supreme Court of Texas Chief Justice Nathan L. Hecht administering oaths to Patrick and othe
  
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• No. 11 Texas takes on No. 3 Alabama in primetime Saturday matchup

  10-09-2023 00:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian has said all week long that Saturday's game against the No. 3 Alabama Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa is "a benchmark game."With all the preseason accolades the No. 11 Longhorns have received, there's no better way to find out if they are worthy of the lofty expectations than to play perhaps the most dominant programs in modern college football.Longhorns take on the TideNo. 11 Texas vs. No. 3 Alabama, 6 p.m., ESPN Horns Pregame Southeas
  
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• Longhorns defense holding up, Ewers connects with Worthy; Texas leads Alabama 13-6 at half

  10-09-2023 00:20 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: Scroll to the bottom of the post to find the live updatesAUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian has said all week long that Saturday's game against the No. 3 Alabama Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa is "a benchmark game."With all the preseason accolades the No. 11 Longhorns have received, there's no better way to find out if they are worthy of the lofty expectations than to play perhaps the most dominant programs in modern college football.Longhorns take on the
  
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• 5 sacks, nearly 350 yards from Quinn Ewers lead Longhorns to 34-24 win over No. 3 Alabama

  10-09-2023 00:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Alabama fans started filing out of Bryant-Denny Stadium with about 3:30 left in the game, knowing their Crimson Tide just lost at home for the seventh time in the past 16 seasons.Texas used an incredible performance by its defense and quarterback Quinn Ewers to power past No. 3 Alabama 34-24 on the road.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/newslettersEwers threw for 349 yards
  
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