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• Austin ISD talks position cuts as they face budget deficit

  05-04-2024 22:26 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Facing a $60 million dollar deficit, Austin Independent School District administrators and trustees met Thursday night to discuss the preliminary budget for the 2024 to 2025 school year.AISD’s Chief Financial Officer Ed Ramos discussed cutting expenditures by $30 million.“Our goal is to achieve $30 million in budget cuts and that gets us to an estimated $30 million dollar proposed deficit budget,” Ramos said. “So even though as a district we are look
  
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• Wall Street Journal: Samsung to increase semiconductor investment in Taylor to $44B

  05-04-2024 22:21 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Samsung Electronics said it planned to increase its investment in its latest Texas semiconductor creation to approximately $44 billion., according to The Wall Street Journal.KXAN reached out and a Samsung spokesperson said they will not be able to comment. PAST COVERAGE: Construction on Samsung semiconductor plant in Taylor still on time, sources sayIn Taylor, where the new semiconductor hub is being built, the funding is expected to go toward building the new chip-making f
  
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• Austin is Texas' only city without a Poet Laureate, but local effort wants that to change

  05-04-2024 22:03 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The U.S., as well as some of its states and cities, have poet laureates -- government employees who write commemorative works about important locations and events, as well as advocate for the professional literary community.Texas has appointed a laureate yearly since 2003. The current Texas poet laureate is Amanda Johnston, of Round Rock. Ada Limón named the 24th U.S. poet laureateMost of the state's major cities have their own, with one exception -- Austin.KB Brooki
  
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• Easter Sunday heist in Southern California nets thieves $30M: report

  05-04-2024 21:52 via kxan.com
  
  (KTLA) – An Easter Sunday burglary at a San Fernando Valley money storage facility netted thieves as much as $30 million in cash in an operation that has, at least for now, left authorities baffled, the Los Angeles Times reported.  The March 31 heist, which is among the biggest in L.A.’s history, occurred at an undisclosed Sylmar facility that handles cash from businesses across Southern California, L.A. police shared with The Times.  While it’s unclear how thiev
  
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• As Florida bans legal abortion, where will 84,000 women go?

  05-04-2024 21:52 via kxan.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The potential fallout from Florida's looming six-week abortion ban is likely to reverberate across the entire country, and abortion access groups are preparing for an imminent crisis. The state Supreme Court's ruling Monday to uphold the current 15-week ban and allow a six-week ban to take effect May 1 will effectively shut off abortion access in the South, where neighboring states already enforce near-total abortion bans or severe restrictions.  There were 84,000 ab
  
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• 'Extremely active' 2024 hurricane season ahead, researchers predict

  05-04-2024 21:51 via kxan.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- It could be an "extremely active" 2024 hurricane season, according to a long-range forecast from researchers at Colorado State University.CSU released its projections 58 days out from the first day of the season. Changing climate patterns are expected to usher in a more favorable environment for tropical activity than in 2023.
  Using models based on decades of climate trends, CSU researchers predict the Atlantic basin will see 23 named storms, 11 of those being hurricanes. F
  
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• Kansas officials discover pink-tinted fentanyl powder

  05-04-2024 21:46 via kxan.com
  
  HARVEY COUNTY, Kan. (KSNW) — The sheriff's office in Harvey County, Kansas, is warning residents and all about the latest trends it's seeing in the distribution and use of fentanyl.The office says it's even recently seen some more unusual versions of the extremely dangerous and deadly drug."We most typically find fentanyl in 'Dirty 30s' in our area — usually round, pale blue counterfeit Oxycodone pills that contain fentanyl," said the HCSO. "More recently, we've had two cases where w
  
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• Target's car seat trade-in event returns for 2024: What to know

  05-04-2024 21:43 via kxan.com
  
  (WJW) – Target has announced the dates of its 2024 Car Seat Trade-In Event, giving shoppers the opportunity to trade in their old car seats for a 20% discount on future qualifying purchases.This year's event begins Sunday, April 14, and runs through Saturday, April 27, the retailer confirmed.During that time, Target shoppers wishing to redeem the offer are instructed to leave their old car seats — even damaged or expired seats — in a drop-box located the customer service desk.
  
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• South Dakota zoo euthanizes beloved giraffe after foot injury

  05-04-2024 21:40 via kxan.com
  
  SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A beloved giraffe at a zoo in South Dakota has died.On Thursday, the Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium in Sioux Falls announced the death of Chioke, an 18-year-old reticulated giraffe. He died March 28.“Following a severe fracture in his front left foot, Animal Care and Veterinary leaders made the difficult, but responsible, decision to humanely euthanize him,” the zoo said in a news release.Chioke, born in Busch Gardens in Tampa, Flor
  
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• 99 Cents Only to close down all stores

  05-04-2024 21:33 via kxan.com
  
  (KTLA) - 99 Cents Only will be closing all of its stores after the company announced plans to wind down its business operations.The company, which was founded in 1982, operates 371 stores across California, Texas, Arizona and Nevada. On Thursday, the company officially announced plans to close down, citing financial difficulties stemming from the pandemic, changing consumer demand and rising inflation."This was an extremely difficult decision and is not the outcome we expected or hoped to a
  
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• Texas Restaurant Association creating child care pilot program for hospitality employees

  05-04-2024 21:24 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) --- Many families struggle to find reliable and affordable childcare. For those in the food service industry, there's an added barrier: working non-traditional hours. RELATED COVERAGE: Food service industry now largest private sector employer in Texas"We know that traditional hospitality employees do not work a standard 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.," said Executive Director for the Central South Region of the Texas Restaurant Association, Madison Gessner.It's a problem the Austin chapter of th
  
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• 10 products to help you get the pearl skin trend that’s all over TikTok

  05-04-2024 21:15 via kxan.com
  
  BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Pearl skin is glass skin’s shyer younger sisterTake a quick gander through TikTok’s trending beauty videos, and you’ll quickly discover people creating a pearl skin beauty look. The trend, which can be achieved through skin care or makeup or both, is perfectly dewy and luminous for spring and summer months. If you’re interested in recreating this glowy beauty&n
  
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• Power lines keep causing wildfires in the Texas Panhandle, but safety and maintenance is a 'no man's land'

  05-04-2024 21:11 via kxan.com
  
  PAMPA, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) - In February and March 2024, the Texas Panhandle and High Plains region saw the outbreak of numerous wildfires that resulted in the deaths of at least two people, thousands of cattle and more than 1.2 million acres of rangeland.
  During hearings held by the Panhandle Wildfires Investigative Committee in the first week of April, officials with Xcel Energy and the Texas A&M Forest Service noted that at least four of the fires were ignited by utility poles and electrica
  
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• Who spent the most in the primaries?

  05-04-2024 21:07 via kxan.com
  
  Austin (Nexstar) — Over $55.2 million was spent on this year’s primary election in Texas, up nearly $30 million from 2020. Races for the Texas House of Representatives took up 57% of all non-presidential primary spending with $31.7 million, according to a report from Ad Impact.Brian Smith, Professor of Political Science at St. Edward’s University, says the presidential election, run-off potential and inflation are all factors contributing to the massive spending.“Her
  
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• Report: nearly $32M spent on Texas House primary races

  05-04-2024 21:07 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Nexstar) — More than $55.2 million was spent on this year’s primary election in Texas, up nearly $30 million from 2020. Races for the Texas House of Representatives took up 57% of all non-presidential primary spending with $31.7 million, according to a new report from Ad Impact, which tracks campaign finance. Brian Smith — professor of political science at St. Edward’s University — said the presidential election, runoff potential and inflation are
  
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• DOJ: Austin man sentenced in fatal smuggling attempt

  05-04-2024 20:49 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) said an Austin man was sentenced to serve 16 years in prison in connection with a fatal smuggling attempt.The DOJ said 27-year-old Joseph Alex Hernandez was charged with one count of conspiracy to transport aliens resulting in death and one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm. The sentences for the charges are expected to run concurrently.Hernandez pleaded guilty to the charges Oct. 23, 2023, and was later sentenced in a Sa
  
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• Can you watch the eclipse with a welding helmet?

  05-04-2024 20:25 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – Astronomers, optometrists and even the U.S. government have been warning us for months to get a pair of ISO-certified eclipse glasses to watch the total solar eclipse on April 8. But if you procrastinated and can’t find any, maybe your nearest welder can help you out.Experts say welding helmets — specifically those which contain welding glass of a high shade number — are safe to view the eclipse through.“The only ones that are safe for direct viewing of
  
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• Con Mi MADRE to honor Councilmember Fuentes, other leaders at 16th Corazón Awards

  05-04-2024 20:16 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Local nonprofit Con Mi MADRE (CMM) will hold its 16th Corazón Awards on April 12 at the Junior League of Austin, celebrating its mission: Preparing young Latinas to enter college as first-generation students and preparing their mothers to support their college journeys.This year's honorees include St. Edward's University President Dr. Montserrat Fuentes, nonprofit CEO Sergio Rodriguez, and City of Austin Councilmember Vanessa Fuentes.The honorees of Con Mi MADRE's 16
  
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• Austin Pets Alive! announces eclipse adoption special

  05-04-2024 20:15 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — In celebration of the total solar eclipse, Austin Pets Alive! announced it would host a “Pawth of Totality" adoption special, where it would discount all adoption fees by 50%, from Friday, April 5 through Monday, April 8.APA! said the discount was available at each of its two shelter locations, as well as in foster homes.The promotion aims to encourage more people to provide a second chance to as many animals as possible, according to the shelter.“Adopters of do
  
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• Allergy season is getting longer, worse – especially in 1 Texas city

  05-04-2024 19:32 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – If you’re suffering from allergies right now, we’ve got some bad news for you. Chances are you live in a city where the allergy season is growing longer and worse.That’s because as the climate has warmed, there are fewer days with hard freezes. That gives pollen producers, grasses and weeds a longer period of time to thrive (and make your eyes water). The 2024 season has kicked off especially early, experts say.It’s not just that alle
  
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• Lockhart barbecue spot nominated for ‘best new restaurant’ in the country

  05-04-2024 19:14 via kxan.com
  
  LOCKHART, Texas (KXAN) — A barbecue location in Lockhart was nominated for the James Beard Foundation’s 2024 Best New Restaurant award.Barbs-B-Q, located at 102 East Market Street, was the only Texas location among the list of other nominees in the category. 2 Texas restaurants nominated for most ‘outstanding’ in the countryThe restaurant, which is open on weekends from 11 a.m. until sold out, offers brisket, beef ribs, Molotov pork ribs, turkey and more, as well as priva
  
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• City signs $750K contract to provide STD home tests

  05-04-2024 19:13 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The City of Austin said it would put money toward at-home STD testing. On Thursday, the city council signed a $750,000 contract with the National Coalition of STD Directors to provide at-home tests to Austin residents.According to the city, the contract was meant to help get tests to the people who needed them. Rosalinda Castaneda, the interim communicable diseases unit and division manager, said there is a lot that could stop people from getting tested. &ldq
  
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• An earthquake centered near New York City rattles, and unnerves, much of the Northeast

  05-04-2024 18:41 via kxan.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — An earthquake shook the densely populated New York City metropolitan area Friday morning, with residents across the Northeast reporting rumbling in a region unaccustomed to it.
  The U.S. Geological Survey reported a quake at 10:23 a.m. with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8, centered near Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, or about 45 miles west of New York City and 50 miles north of Philadelphia. The agency's figures indicated that the quake might have been felt by more than 42 m
  
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• Eclipse is Monday, but the CMT Awards and Cap10k are in Austin this weekend too

  05-04-2024 17:59 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- It's going to be a busy few days in Austin.When it comes to the eclipse alone, city officials say crowds would be equivalent to an F1 weekend.Before they can think about Monday, members of the Austin Police Department's (APD) Special Events Unit have to coordinate public safety measures for a local 5K in east Austin and an Austin FC match at Q2 Saturday, and the Statesman Cap10K downtown and CMT Music Awards at the Moody Center Sunday. Will Austin’s bats freak out during t
  
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• An earthquake centered near New York City rattles much of the Northeast

  05-04-2024 17:47 via kxan.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — An earthquake shook the densely populated New York City metropolitan area Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said, with residents across the Northeast reporting rumbling in a region where people are unaccustomed to feeling the ground move.
  The agency reported a quake at 10:23 a.m. with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8, centered near Lebanon, New Jersey, or about 45 miles west of New York City and 50 miles north of Philadelphia. U.S.G.S. figures indicated that the quak
  
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• Earthquake centered near New York City rattles much of the Northeast

  05-04-2024 17:16 via kxan.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — An earthquake shook the densely populated New York City metropolitan area Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said, with residents across the Northeast reporting rumbling in a region where people are unaccustomed to feeling the ground move.
  The agency reported a quake at 10:23 a.m. with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8, centered near Lebanon, New Jersey, or about 45 miles west of New York City and 50 miles north of Philadelphia. U.S.G.S. figures indicated that the quak
  
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• Earthquake centered near New York City rattles the Northeast

  05-04-2024 16:52 via kxan.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — An earthquake shook the densely populated New York City metropolitan area Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said, with residents reporting they felt rumbling across the Northeast.The agency reported a quake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.7, centered near Lebanon, New Jersey, or about 45 miles west of New York City and 50 miles north of Philadelphia. The Fire Department of New York said there were no initial reports of damage.In midtown Manhattan, the usual cacop
  
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• Prepare for total eclipse by watching this KXAN special on Friday

  05-04-2024 15:45 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Join KXAN as we go in-depth on eclipse details and facts to prepare you for Monday's big event.
  KXAN's "Total Eclipse" special airs on Friday at 4:30 p.m. and will cover everything from the path of totality to potential traffic impacts to the effects on nature and more.
  Resources are also available online now to help you plan for this rare phenomena. Use the links below to learn more.Latest weather forecast for the April 8 Total Solar EclipseSolar eclipse traffic: What to e
  
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• Prepare for the upcoming total solar eclipse by watching this KXAN special

  05-04-2024 15:45 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Join KXAN as we go in-depth on eclipse details and facts to prepare you for Monday's big event.
  KXAN's "Total Eclipse" special covered everything from the path of totality to potential traffic impacts to the effects on nature and more.
  Resources are also available online now to help you plan for this rare phenomena. Use the links below to learn more.Latest weather forecast for the April 8 Total Solar EclipseSolar eclipse traffic: What to expect in Austin, Central TexasCheck
  
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• LIVE: Kristen's Classroom: Eclipse glasses and crafts

  05-04-2024 15:43 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The highly-anticipated total solar eclipse will cross our Central Texas sky Monday afternoon. Ahead of the event, Meteorologist Kristen Currie highlights an eclipse-themed craft for the kids and a helpful addition to eclipse safety glasses.Eclipse glasses for kidsSupplies:
  Paper plateMarkersScissorsTapePair of ISO-certified eclipse safety glasses
  Directions:With a pencil, outline the glasses on the underside of the paper plate. Using a pair of scissors, cut a quarter-size h
  
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• Kristen's Classroom: Eclipse glasses and crafts

  05-04-2024 15:43 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The highly-anticipated total solar eclipse will cross our Central Texas sky Monday afternoon. Ahead of the event, Meteorologist Kristen Currie highlights an eclipse-themed craft for the kids and a helpful addition to eclipse safety glasses.Eclipse glasses for kidsSupplies:
  Paper plateMarkersScissorsTapePair of ISO-certified eclipse safety glasses
  Directions:With a pencil, outline the glasses on the underside of the paper plate. Using a pair of scissors, cut a quarter-size h
  
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• Still looking at cloud cover on Monday

  05-04-2024 14:35 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Clouds have returned to the area following four days of sunshine. FIRST WARNING: Solar Eclipse weather forecast for April 8Our first in a pair of Pacific storms jogs to our north, sending a cold front our way late Saturday into Sunday. A few spotty showers or storms are possible along this front Saturday night and early Sunday, but this does not look to be much of a rain-maker for us.Other than a lingering spot of rain early Sunday morning, drier skies and warmer temperatures ca
  
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• More sun Sunday, but wet pattern is almost here

  05-04-2024 14:35 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- We're enjoying late day sun increasing from west to east after a mostly cloudy and breezy day that also had some areas of drizzle.Tonight-SundayTonight will be partly cloudy early on, but an overnight arriving cold front will increase clouds again while bringing a low rain chance overnight into early Sunday morning. Rain chances are at just 10%, so don't get too excited. Overnight lows drop into the low 60s.Drier weather returns by mid-morning with increasing sun on Sunday as a
  
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• Clouds win out over the sun Monday

  05-04-2024 14:35 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Early risers Saturday morning found an overcast sky as a Pacific storm system moved into the Four Corners region. Most lows were in the low to mid 60s.Highs will peak in the upper half of the 70s this afternoon with a south wind 10 to 20 mph and gusty. A few low to mid 80s are forecast for the western Hill Country where a little more clearing is expected.Strong wind gusts, some in excess of 30 mph, forecast todayThe first of two storm systems is partially responsible for the clo
  
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• Consumer watchdogs say to look out for eclipse 'scams'

  05-04-2024 14:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Thousands of tourists will flock to Central Texas for Monday’s once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse for the region, but watchdogs said the stars are also aligning for scams that typically shadow massive events.Industry experts tell KXAN they are seeing the usual suspects – like fraudulent lodging and travel deals – mixed in with some relatively newer issues, such as false QR codes. And then there’s a particularly unique scheme that could hurt more than
  
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• Which airlines were most often delayed at Austin-Bergstrom airport in 2023?

  05-04-2024 14:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — More than one out of every five arriving flights at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport were delayed last year.The U.S. Department of Transportation's Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) publishes delay and cancellation data for airports across the country. How many passengers have flown through Austin-Bergstrom this year?BTS uses arriving flights when reporting delayed and canceled flights. A flight is considered delayed if it arrives at the gate 15 or more minute
  
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• Students in Eanes ISD prepare for solar eclipse

  05-04-2024 13:37 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- While most of Central Texas is treating the eclipse as a holiday, some schools will remain open, offering a perfect teaching moment for educators in all classrooms.
  The fourth grade students at Nicole Lencioni's classroom at Cedar Creek Elementary are preparing for the big day with a lesson on the eclipse. The assignment will teach students about why an eclipse is so rare.Eclipse timing: When to view April solar eclipse in your Central Texas city"I thought that this would be lik
  
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• Pflugerville ISD names lone finalist in superintendent search

  05-04-2024 13:20 via kxan.com
  
  PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (KXAN) -- The Pflugerville Independent School District Board of Trustees named a lone finalist for the role of superintendent during its Thursday night meeting.
  Dr. Quintin Shepherd was named as PfISD's superintendent finalist. He has served as the superintendent for Victoria ISD since 2018, with previous leadership roles in Iowa and Illinois, according to PfISD's announcement.Previous: Pflugerville ISD board to meet Tuesday on superintendent searchPer Texas law, Pflugerville
  
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• Cost of parking at Zilker Park changing in May

  05-04-2024 12:33 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Anyone going to Zilker Park this summer should expect to pay more for parking.Starting in late May, the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department will move away from the $7 flat rate on weekdays to a $3 hourly rate, according to the city.In March 2023, the city added automated parking pay stations to Zilker Park.Zilker Park adding new pay stations, increasing prices for parkingParking lots near Stratford Road and the South Barton Springs Pool lot near Azie Morton Road now h
  
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• Weekend forecast looking much better than next week

  05-04-2024 12:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Friday was another beautiful day, albeit warmer than normal, but our pattern turns more interesting (and really, more concerning) early next week. FIRST WARNING: Solar Eclipse weather forecast for April 8Our first in a pair of Pacific storms jogs to our north, sending a cold front our way late Saturday into Sunday. A few spotty showers or storms are possible along this front Saturday night and early Sunday, but this does not look to be much of a rain-maker for us.Storm #1 drags
  
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• Severe storms possible early next week

  05-04-2024 12:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Another quiet day of weather today but our pattern turns more interesting (and really, more concerning) early next week. FIRST WARNING: Solar Eclipse weather forecast for April 8Our first in a pair of Pacific storms jogs to our north, sending a cold front our way late Saturday into Sunday. A few spotty showers and storms are possible along this front Saturday night, but this does not look to be much of a rain-maker for us.Storm #1 drags a cold front through our area late Saturda
  
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• Will Austin's bats freak out during the eclipse?

  05-04-2024 12:00 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- From taking flight to getting romantic, animals can go wild during an eclipse. While behavior hasn't been as documented as one would expect, recent research in animal behavior is shedding new light on how our wild friends experience the celestial event. This same research is also giving us clues to how Austin's bat population will act."I'm expecting that the bats are probably going to be a bit jittered," said Briana Sealey, a bat researcher and doctoral student at the University
  
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• Two of nation's best teams clash in Austin as Texas, Oklahoma face off in their final Big 12 softball series

  05-04-2024 05:34 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — McCombs Field will be at the center of the college softball universe beginning Friday.Top-ranked Oklahoma, the three-time defending national champions, come to Austin to take on No. 5 Texas in a series that will have both conference and national implications. Longhorns backfield, offensive line ready for another big season with new facesBoth squads have been among the nation's best all season on offense and in the pitching circle. Oklahoma leads the country with a .397 batt
  
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• NBC Dateline to showcase brand new evidence in murder of Moriah Wilson

  05-04-2024 05:11 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The murder of champion cyclist Moriah Wilson shocked Austin nearly two years ago. Her death would only start a bizarre hunt for Kaitlin Armstrong, taking law enforcement to Central America.Armstrong then spent weeks on the run, seemingly building a new life for herself in Costa Rica.On a two-hour special on NBC's Dateline Friday, it will showcase brand new evidence from court, as well as key witnesses, including the killer's plastic surgeon, who was unaware of the murderer's int
  
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• 'Expect a delay': Austin airport car rental concerns ahead of eclipse

  05-04-2024 03:27 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) --- The Austin airport is warning passengers to expect travel and rental car operation delays because of all the people coming for the total solar eclipse.The actual eclipse is just a few minutes, however AUS said impacts to its operations will last from Monday to Tuesday.
  "Tuesday will also be a big day for us, because that's when we expect the most amount of departing passengers," said AUS Public Information Specialist Lesly Ramirez.
  The airport is advising passengers to show up
  
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• Texas recruit Tre Johnson leads Link Academy to 2OT win over Prolific Prep at Chipotle Nationals

  05-04-2024 02:48 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Longhorns recruit Tre Johnson is busy this week.Coming off a 17-point performance in the McDonald's All-American Game on Tuesday in Houston, Johnson had to make a quick trip to suburban Indianapolis to help Link Academy defend its high school national title Thursday. 3 Texas Longhorns recruits playing in McDonald’s High School All-American games TuesdayLink, the No. 6 seed in the Chipotle Nationals tournament, topped No. 3 Prolific Prep 80-76 in double overtime
  
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• City takes steps to fight human trafficking

  05-04-2024 01:41 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- On Thursday, Austin City Council made steps to fight human trafficking in the city.Council member Mackenzie Kelly held a news conference to highlight those efforts and key initiatives.Members unanimously passed a resolution to create new public awareness campaigns, focus on preventative measures, secure more resources for law enforcement and specifically direct the city manager to fight human trafficking.It also enhances victim services and paves the way to establish safe havens
  
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• Longhorns backfield, offensive line ready for another big season with new faces

  05-04-2024 01:38 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas running back CJ Baxter is smart enough to know that he can't do it all in the backfield by himself, and he had an excellent teammate to learn from during his freshman year.Baxter rushed for 659 yards with five touchdowns in his first year with the Longhorns, and as Jonathon Brooks emerged as one of the country's premier running backs last season before his knee injury, Baxter's learning curve became easier to manage. Sarkisian mentions freshman standing out during Tex
  
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• APD searches for FM 1825 hit-and-run suspect

  05-04-2024 00:54 via kxan.com
  
  Editor's note: The above video shows KXAN News' top morning headlines from Wednesday, April 3, 2024.AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department said it was searching for a man in connection with a hit-and-run in north Austin.According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 6:32 p.m. Jan. 17 in the 15000 block of FM 1825 Road.APD said the driver left the scene of a crash and did not provide the required information.“Although no injuries were reported, the crash resulted wi
  
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• TxDOT releases fatal Hays CISD school bus crash report

  05-04-2024 00:47 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) released the crash report related to the fatal Hays CISD school bus crash.The report provided a breakdown of the events of the crash as well as information on all of the people involved.According to the report, a total of 59 people were involved in the incident, 56 of which were on the school bus.The report showed 40 people from the school bus were taken to the hospital and 14 were returned to Tom Green Elementary. One student
  
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