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• Austin realtors share how market could change after national realtor settlement

  18-03-2024 23:22 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — After changes to Realtor commission policies were announced last week, Austin realtors said local effects might not be as sweeping as in other parts of the country.
  The National Association of Realtors said Friday that it would prohibit offers of broker compensation on the Multiple Listing Service, or MLS, and also require MLS participants to enter written agreements with buyers. A $418 million settlement will also end lawsuits over broker commissions.RELATED: Realtor settl
  
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• Burnet County school 'delayed' investigation, report after video shows employee push student

  18-03-2024 23:16 via kxan.com
  
  BERTRAM, Texas (KXAN) — A grand jury indicted an elementary school aide in Burnet County on a felony charge of injury to a child after a hallway surveillance video appeared to show her pushing an elementary school student.  District emails obtained by KXAN show the district's investigation into the matter was delayed. The district made its state-mandated reports to Child Protective Services and the Texas Education Agency more than a month after the incident happened. Caren Hasty,
  
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• Georgetown's East View High School first in Texas to perform Harry Potter play

  18-03-2024 23:01 via kxan.com
  
  GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) - East View High School in the Georgetown Independent School District is one of only 29 schools across the nation to get the rights to perform Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, outside of Broadway. The district announced Monday the school will put the play on this fall.The school won the licensing rights after winning the "Wands at the Ready" contest. It asked schools across the country to make the case why their school is the most "magical" place to perform the play. G
  
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• Georgetown high school first in Texas to perform Harry Potter play

  18-03-2024 23:01 via kxan.com
  
  GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) - A Georgetown Independent School District high school is one of only 29 schools across the nation to get the rights to perform Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, outside of Broadway. The district announced Monday it would put the play on this fall at East View High School.The school won the licensing rights after winning the "Wands at the Ready" contest. It asked schools across the country to make the case why their school is the most "magical" place to perform the play
  
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• US Supreme Court extends delay on Texas immigration law taking effect

  18-03-2024 22:42 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A controversial Texas immigration law will not take effect today. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito extended an administrative stay that prevents Senate Bill 4 from taking effect, according to NBC News.The law would allow Texas peace officers to arrest and deport people suspect of crossing the border illegally. The law creates a new state crime for crossing into Texas outside of a port entry, which is punishable as a Class B misdemeanor. Furthermore, repeat offenders could face
  
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• Abbott wants lawmakers to rein in investors behind large-scale home purchases

  18-03-2024 22:04 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: The above video shows KXAN News' top morning headlines from Monday, March 18, 2024.(Texas Tribune) — Gov. Greg Abbott called on state lawmakers Friday to try to limit Wall Street’s presence in the Texas housing market.As the nation’s housing affordability crisis continues unabated, lawmakers and housing advocates have increasingly concentrated scrutiny on so-called institutional homebuyers, meaning investors big and small as well as corporations who buy single-fa
  
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• Study: MoPac South travel times could jump 42% by 2045

  18-03-2024 22:01 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: The above video shows KXAN News' top morning headlines from Monday, March 18, 2024.AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority continues to eye possible improvements to MoPac Expressway South amid longer travel times projected along the corridor in the coming years.CTRMA released its MoPac South 2045 traffic forecast update, with estimates suggesting peak travel times could increase between 30% and 42% come 2045. The updated traffic forecast noted living, workin
  
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• LIVE: Horns Report live stream: A look at how March Madness begins for UT men's, women's hoops

  18-03-2024 20:51 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns men's and women's basketball teams are in March Madness, and that gives Roger Wallace and Billy Gates something to talk about in this week's Horns Report.On the men's side, Texas is the No. 7 seed in the Midwest Region, and they're in a unique position because they don't know who they're playing in the first round yet. Virginia and Colorado State play Tuesday in the region's First Four game to decide which No. 10 seed takes on Texas on Thursday in Charlo
  
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• Horns Report live stream: A look at how March Madness begins for UT men's, women's hoops

  18-03-2024 20:51 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns men's and women's basketball teams are in March Madness, and that gives Roger Wallace and Billy Gates something to talk about in this week's Horns Report.On the men's side, Texas is the No. 7 seed in the Midwest Region, and they're in a unique position because they don't know who they're playing in the first round yet. Virginia and Colorado State play Tuesday in the region's First Four game to decide which No. 10 seed takes on Texas on Thursday in Charlo
  
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• Horns Report: A look at how March Madness begins for UT men's, women's hoops

  18-03-2024 20:51 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns men's and women's basketball teams are in March Madness, and that gives Roger Wallace and Billy Gates something to talk about in this week's Horns Report.On the men's side, Texas is the No. 7 seed in the Midwest Region, and they're in a unique position because they don't know who they're playing in the first round yet. Virginia and Colorado State play Tuesday in the region's First Four game to decide which No. 10 seed takes on Texas on Thursday in Charlo
  
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• Man accused of throwing steel pipe at truck on highway near Austin

  18-03-2024 20:30 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: The above video shows KXAN News' top morning headlines from Monday, March 18, 2024.MANOR, Texas (KXAN) -- A man was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after being accused of throwing things at drivers on U.S. Highway 290, including a six-foot solid steel pipe.
  According to an arrest affidavit, police officers responded to the intersection of Old Kimbro Road and East Highway 290 shortly after 10:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16 after multiple people called
  
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• Colorado's first Buc-ee's is officially open

  18-03-2024 20:06 via kxan.com
  
  DENVER — The wait is finally over, Colorado is now home to a Buc-ee's travel center and gas station.The Colorado location opened at 6 a.m. on Monday, and there was no shortage of excitement.FOX31 was there when the doors opened, and there were lines of people ready to enter the store before the sun even rose. Droves of fans were dressed in their Buc-ee's gear, ready for the chance to see the Colorado location first.The massive Johnstown location occupies 74,000 square feet and has 116 fuel
  
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• Austin eyes 107-acre affordable housing investment near future light rail line

  18-03-2024 19:53 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: The above video shows KXAN News' top morning headlines from Monday, March 18, 2024.AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin leaders are considering a 107-acre investment to help bolster affordable housing resources near Project Connect's planned light rail system.Austin City Council will vote on the purchase during Thursday's meeting, Mayor Kirk Watson confirmed in his weekly newsletter. The available acreage is located along Riverside Drive near the future Phase 1 light rail investment.
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• Multiple lanes of I-35 closed after north Austin crash

  18-03-2024 19:23 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: The above video shows KXAN News' top morning headlines from Monday, March 18, 2024.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Multiple lanes are closed on Interstate 35 in north Austin after a crash Monday afternoon, the Austin Police Department said on social media.APD said drivers should expect delays in the southbound lanes of I-35 around Parmer Lane and Yager Lane.As of 1 p.m. Monday, Austin Police are at the scene of the crash. Drivers are encouraged to find an alternate route.
  
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• Several people facing charges, accused of illegally hunting at Austin park

  18-03-2024 19:08 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: This story has been updated with additional information from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to clarify that five people were charged in the incident.
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Several people were charged in connection to an alleged illegal hunting incident at an east Austin park last month, according to a court document obtained by KXAN.
  KXAN reported on the issue last month after people in the nearby school community expressed frustration from hearing repeated sounds of guns
  
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• Person faces charges, accused of illegally hunting at Austin park

  18-03-2024 19:08 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: The above video shows KXAN News' top morning headlines from Monday, March 18, 2024.AUSTIN (KXAN) — A person was charged in connection with an alleged illegal hunting incident at an east Austin park last month, according to a court document obtained by KXAN.
  KXAN reported on the issue last month after people in the nearby school community expressed frustration from hearing repeated sounds of gunshots in the John Treviño Jr. Metropolitan Park off Farm to Market Road 969
  
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• Where to road trip for the best Texas bluebonnet fields

  18-03-2024 18:28 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Spring is in the air in Central Texas and with it comes bluebonnet season. For those looking to bask in the beauty of Texas' state flower, experts at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center divulged where the best places are statewide to catch some spectacular blooms.Northeast TexasUp in Texarkana, the Caddo Lake bayous and the east Texas piney woods are noted for their magnificent wildflower displays. Wildflower center experts said the 40-mile region linking Linden, Avinger and
  
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• Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: Is Texas 'due' for a win?

  18-03-2024 17:45 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — After a winner-less weekend, the Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots have surged yet again. Combined, they're worth an estimated $1.52 billion.
  The current Powerball jackpot sits at an estimated $645 million while the Mega Millions jackpot is at an estimated $875 million — the sixth-largest in game history.Your odds at winning either are overwhelmingly slim: about 1 in 292.2 million at the Powerball jackpot, and roughly 1 in 302.6 million for the Mega Millions grand priz
  
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• Biden administration bans ongoing uses of asbestos

  18-03-2024 17:39 via kxan.com
  
  (The Hill) - The Biden administration will ban or phase out ongoing uses of asbestos, the agency said Monday. The Environmental Protection Agency issued a rule that set deadlines for industry to transition away from using the substance, which causes lung cancer.Historically, asbestos was used in roofing and cement — and may still be found in old buildings. Once its health effects became known, the use of asbestos declined, but it is still used to disinfect drinking water and wast
  
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• How Texas may craft policy for artificial intelligence usage

  18-03-2024 17:38 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The hottest topic discussed at this year's South by Southwest had to be the growing implications and potential uses of artificial intelligence. This comes at a time when Texas leaders will meet to potentially craft policy suggestions about how the state can utilize AI and create safeguards ahead of next year's regular legislative session.
  House Bill 2060, which the governor signed into law last year, created the Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council for the state. The le
  
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• When, how to plant bluebonnets in your Texas yard

  18-03-2024 17:19 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- It's the thick of bluebonnets season in Central Texas, with residents and visitors alike basking in the fields full of the state's beloved wildflower. But if you have the desire for it and a bit of patience, you can grow your own patch of bluebonnets on your yard or property.When should you plant bluebonnet seeds?The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center recommends planting bluebonnet seeds in October and November, stressing early October is the optimal time to sow them. As annual
  
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• 'He was going places': Austin chef killed in downtown hit-and-run crash

  18-03-2024 17:10 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — A man who was hit and killed by a car in downtown Austin last week was a passionate chef, according to his family.
  The Austin Police Department identified the victim as Cody Shelton, 26. The crash occurred in the early morning hours on March 12 at Seventh and Red River streets, APD said, and a second pedestrian was also injured and taken to the hospital.
  "He had a lot of life to live. He had goals. He had dreams. He was going places," said Shelton's aunt Angel Scallion.
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• 'COTA has everything.' What NASCAR drivers are saying ahead of Sunday's Austin race

  18-03-2024 16:51 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- NASCAR drivers are in for a different test this week as they head to Austin.Coming in at a lengthy 3.41 miles, the Circuit of the Americas track is NASCAR's longest of the season, and arguably most technical.The 68 laps at COTA Sunday will test drivers' all-round skill, adding in nine right-hand turns in addition to 11 going left, and with 133 feet of elevation change sprinkled in. NASCAR is coming to Austin. Are drivers prepared to turn right at COTA?William Byron (24) steers t
  
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• P. Terry's adds chicken bites to the menu for limited time

  18-03-2024 16:27 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Popular Texas fast-food chain P. Terry's Burger Stand is throwing its hat in the chicken nugget ring.
  The burger-based chain announced Monday that it will offer chicken bites for a limited time only at all 32 of its locations. It's the first time in the chain's 19-year history it'll offer a non-burger entree, according to the announcement, though the restaurant does offer chicken burgers on a regular basis.What’s the secret sauce behind P. Terry’s Texas growth?The ch
  
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• Astronomical spring begins late Tuesday night

  18-03-2024 16:01 via kxan.com
  
  By definition, astronomical spring and meteorological spring happen at different times. Meteorological spring starts March 1st and ends May 31st every year. It is based on the annual temperature cycle. It starts about 20 days before astronomical spring. The more definitive timeline of meteorological spring also helps with record keeping as data and statistics can be collected more easily.Astronomical spring is based on the where the Earth is relative to the Sun. The start date is dependent on wh
  
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• Top-level domain '.austin' launches for city at South by Southwest

  18-03-2024 15:09 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A new web domain has launched for people in the City of Austin to utilize.
  The Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce, or GAACC, in partnership with Unstoppable Domains, announced the launch of top-level domain .austin last week at South By Southwest, according to a press release.
  A top-level domain, or TLD, is the last part of the text in a domain name like .com, .net or .org, according to Forbes. Every website address has a top-level domain. The release said the launch
  
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• Warming trend, higher storm chances as spring begins

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Astronomical spring begins at 10:06 p.m. tonight, making Wednesday the first full day of the spring season.
  Temperatures remained cooler than normal Tuesday with clouds and a few light rain showers moving into the area. A warming trend will get underway tomorrow, as highs return to the upper 60s and 70s.The upper-level low, stalled over Arizona since Thursday, will finally get a kick out of the desert southwest and head east. As it gets closer to our area it will cause a few mor
  
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• Vivid lightning show comes to an end as storms exit

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for parts of Gillespie and Blanco counties Thursday evening, with nickel size hail reported west of Johnson City.
  These clusters of storms weakened as they moved into Travis, Williamson and Hays counties, but a fully formed line of storms with frequent lightning and brief heavy downpours developed and held together as it progressed through eastern counties after 10 p.m.
  While pretty lightning streaked across the sky, the storms remained b
  
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• Strong to severe storms moving toward Austin metro

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A Severe Thunderstorm Warning expired at 7:30 p.m. for Gillespie and Blanco counties, but additional strong storms were developing in the Hill Country and tracking toward the Austin metro area. Radar indicated hail up to the size of quarters or larger in the storm west of Johnson City.These clusters of storms could be scattered or even numerous as they move into the Austin metro counties between 8-10 PM tonight.NEW: The Storm Prediction Center has lowered the severe weather risk
  
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• Showers and storms today with a low severe risk

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- At least scattered coverage in showers will continue this morning with a slow up-tick in thunderstorms too. Our best chance for morning thunderstorms will be east of I-35 with a marginal severe storm could develop this morning.Generally you should plan on a damp day with periods of showers and thunderstorms along with occasional breaks from the rain. About 70% of Central Texas should end up with at least some measurable rain today, but most amounts should be well under a quarter
  
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• Showers and storms in Austin metro area, headed east

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A Severe Thunderstorm Warning expired at 7:30 p.m. for Gillespie and Blanco counties, but additional strong storms were developing in the Hill Country and tracking toward the Austin metro area. Radar indicated hail up to the size of quarters or larger in the storm west of Johnson City.These clusters of storms weakened as they moved into Travis and Williamson counties, but heavier thunderstorms were moving across Hays County. This activity will continue to spread quickly east and
  
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• Scattered storms, some severe, possible Thursday

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Rain chances return to the forecast tonight with a more active day of storms on tap tomorrow.Today will look and feel similar to yesterday - more clouds than sun, mainly dry and cooler than normal with afternoon highs limited to the 60s in most areas. A few spot showers and isolated storms are possible later this evening, especially east of I-35.It is more likely that storms develop in waves on Thursday with a low severe weather threat in place. Concerns center around large hail
  
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• Scattered showers, strong storms continue tonight

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Most of Central Texas saw a leastlittle rain Thursday afternoon, with additional showers and thunderstorms forecast to continue well into the evening.Several clusters of thunderstorms were moving east-northeast across the Hill Country late in the afternoon, and were expected to continue developing Thursday evening. These storms could be scattered or even numerous as they move into the Austin metro counties between 8-10 PM tonight.NEW: The Storm Prediction Center has lowered the
  
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• Same storm system, one last round of rain

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The winter season comes to an end tonight but it'll take us a couple days to shake the cooler temperatures.Mid- to high level clouds will keep out some of the sunshine today, expected to keep temperatures down to the mid-60s in most areas. Dry skies are anticipated areawide with northeasterly winds gradually turning more southerly by this afternoon.The storm system responsible for the intermittent wet weather we've seen over the last several days will deliver one more round of s
  
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• Rain headed this way, strong storms possible Thursday

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Showers were increasing in West Texas and tracking toward the Hill Country late Wednesday afternoon, and are expected to spread across Central Texas during the evening. The rain will not be heavy, but light showers will be a good bet for many.It is more likely that storms develop in waves on Thursday with a severe weather threat in place. Concerns center around large hail, with damaging winds a secondary threat. NEW: The severe weather risk has increased to a 2 out of 5 for most
  
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• Low severe weather risk returns mid-week

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Plan on a mix of sun and clouds the rest of the day. It'll be a cool final full day of winter with highs in the mid 60s, but a stiff breeze making it feel cooler than that.Astronomical spring begins Tuesday night at 11:06 p.m.Late winter chillWind gusts will range from 20-25 mph at times this afternoon.Wind gusts increase this afternoon making it feel coolerThe next time rain will grace us will be very late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. There will be a 40% chance of
  
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• Drizzle, showers and storms today with a low severe risk

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Generally you should plan on a damp day with periods of drizzle, showers and thunderstorms along with occasional breaks from the rain. About 70% of Central Texas should end up with at least some measurable rain today, but most amounts should be well under a quarter of an inch.It appears a break from more widespread rain will develop during the middle of the afternoon helping to separate us from our morning rain and a potential evening rain of storms.We're still watching the poss
  
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• Cool today, but severe weather possible on Thursday

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Rain chances return to the forecast tonight with a more active day of storms on tap tomorrow.Today will be cloudier than yesterday, mainly dry and cooler than normal with afternoon highs limited to the 60s in most areas. A few sprinkles or spotty showers are possible this evening, but better chances for wet weather come long after midnight.It is more likely that storms develop in waves on Thursday with a low severe weather threat in place. Concerns center around large hail and d
  
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• Cool start to spring then storm chances returns

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Plan on a mix of sun and clouds the rest of the day. It'll be a cool final full day of winter with highs in the mid 60s, but a stiff breeze making it feel cooler than that.Astronomical spring begins Tuesday night at 11:06 p.m.Chilly start to the first day of springWind gusts will range from 20-25 mph at times this afternoon.Wind gusts increase this afternoon making it feel coolerThe next time rain will grace us will be very late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. There wi
  
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• Cool start to spring then storm chances return

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- It has been a cool final full day of winter with highs in the mid 60s and a stiff northeasterly breeze making it feel cooler than that.Astronomical spring begins Tuesday night at 11:06 p.m.A few light rain showers were indicated on radar during the afternoon and into the evening, but with a dry lower atmosphere, most areas were just seeing sprinkles.Chilly start to the first day of springThe next time rain will grace us will be very late Wednesday night into the day Thursday. Th
  
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• A cool last few days of winter

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- It's back to school and back to work following spring break. The area will be dry today with a definite chill in the air. The morning will be mostly cloudy but clearing will take place later this morning to a partly cloudy sky this afternoon.Northeast winds will keep the air cool. Wind gusts will be increasing up to 20 to 25 mph during the afternoon.Wind gusts increase this afternoon making it feel coolerToday's normal high is 74°. Highs this afternoon won't get out of the 6
  
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• A cool dry end to winter

  18-03-2024 12:20 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Astronomical spring begins at 10:06 p.m. making tomorrow the first full day of the spring season.
  Early afternoon sunshine was noted in our northern viewing area. A veil of clouds off the southwest wind flow aloft led to a mostly cloudy to overcast sky in many areas south of Austin.The normal high today is 74° but most of our afternoon maximums will peak in the middle to upper 60. Some highs will be cooler where more clouds fill the sky while fewer clouds could result in hig
  
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• Texas hunting accidents hit all-time record low

  18-03-2024 12:09 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN, Texas (KETK) - The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced that Texas hit an all-time record low for hunting accidents last year.The record low of only 10 non-fatal hunting accidents was reported by the 2023 Texas Hunting Accident Report. Texas' highest ever year was reportedly in 1972 when 30 people were killed in hunting-related accidents. Texas Parks and Wildlife wants public input on hunting regulation changes“The continued decline in hunting-related accidents and fatalit
  
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• Registration opens soon for Georgetown summer camps

  18-03-2024 11:27 via kxan.com
  
  GEORGETOWN (KXAN) — Registration for Georgetown Parks and Recreation summer camps opens soon. The camps will be offered the week of June 3.
  Georgetown residents can start registration at 8 a.m. Monday morning. Non-resident registration will begin at 8 a.m. Tuesday morning.There are different age requirements, costs and schedules for each program.
  You can see a full list of options and register online.
  
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• Spurs top Nets 122-115 in OT to win I-35 Series finale in Austin

  18-03-2024 03:31 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Victor Wembanyama had 33 points and 16 rebounds as the San Antonio Spurs overcame 31 points by Brooklyn's Cam Thomas and beat the Nets 122-115 in overtime Sunday night to snap a three-game skid.Wembanyama added seven assists and seven blocks while collecting his 36th double-double in 60 games. The 7-foot-4 rookie center has five games of at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, five blocks and five assists. I-35 SERIES: Nuggets overwhelm Spurs in I-35 Series opener at Moody Ce
  
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• No. 23 Texas salvages series against Washington with 4-3 win Sunday

  18-03-2024 03:25 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — No. 23 Texas edged Washington 4-3 on Sunday to avoid being swept at UFCU Disch-Falk Field.The start of the game was delayed about 90 minutes due to rain and there was a 4:45 p.m. travel curfew so Washington could get back home, so the game was officially 7 1/2 innings. PREVIOUS GAME: Washington claims series over No. 23 Texas with 5-3 winThe Huskies made it interesting in the eighth with a 2-run home run by AJ Guerrero to cut Texas' lead to one run, but Andre Duplantier ent
  
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• South Carolina, Iowa, USC and Texas are the top seeds in the women's NCAA Tournament

  18-03-2024 02:37 via kxan.com
  
  Dawn Staley and South Carolina could see some familiar faces on their path to trying to finish off an undefeated season.
  The Gamecocks, who are the No. 1 overall seed in the women's NCAA Tournament, are looking to become the 10th women’s basketball team to go unbeaten for an entire season.They had a chance last season before falling just short against Caitlin Clark and Iowa in the Final Four. The Hawkeyes received the other No. 1 seed in the Albany Regional. The two teams wouldn't potentia
  
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• "Hope he gets the care he needs," machete attack victim on suspect's mental incompetency finding

  18-03-2024 02:36 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- For 19-year-old Seth Gott, the hardest thing about his recovery from a machete attack at Auditorium Shores was not being able to play music for a month.
  Seth Gott, 19, seriously injured in January machete attack. (KXAN photo/Brianna Hollis)
  "I could not hold a guitar pick, I could not hold a drumstick," he said.
  In January, the Austin Police Department says a man randomly attacked Gott on the trail, with a machete."Rolling around on the ground, trying not to get hit the best I c
  
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• Texas women's hoops get No. 1 seed in NCAA tournament, host 1st and 2nd round at Moody Center

  18-03-2024 01:37 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The women's March Madness tournament is coming to Austin.The Texas Longhorns earned a No. 1 seed in Regional 4 and will host first and second round games March 22-25 at Moody Center. Texas will take on No. 16 Drexel in the first round with No. 8 seed Alabama and No. 9 seed Florida State as the opposing matchup.
  Texas, moving to the Southeastern Conference next season, won the Big 12 Conference tournament championship with a 70-53 win over Iowa State. The Longhorns finished
  
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