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• Williamson County breaks ground on Juvenile Justice Center expansion

  01-02-2025 23:45 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Williamson County broke ground on its Juvenile Justice Center expansion project Friday.The county said the project would include 48 new beds, a new regional courtroom to focus on family services, learning and exercise areas, counseling and administrative areas, and a larger intake and release area.The existing space will also be reorganized to create room for additional visitation."In the field of juvenile justice, our agency has a history of leading new initiatives focused on i
  
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• Trump imposes tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, raising prospect of higher costs for US consumers

  01-02-2025 23:36 via kxan.com
  
  PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Saturday signed an order to impose stiff tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China, fulfilling a campaign promise but raising the prospect of increased prices for American consumers.
  Trump is declaring an economic emergency to put duties of 10% on all imports from China and 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada — America’s largest trading partners — except for a 10% rate on Canadian oil.The White House said Trump&rs
  
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• Arch Manning inks NIL deal with major energy drink company

  01-02-2025 22:49 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning told ESPN's Marty Smith that he got "undeserved attention" while being the backup to Quinn Ewers his first two years in Austin, mostly because of his last name."I don't think I've done enough yet to be taking pictures at restaurants and signing autographs," he said, "but maybe that will come eventually." Instant Analysis: Manning has ups and down in 1st start, Ewers comes through with assistNow that he's officially the Longhorns' sta
  
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• 'A lot of fear going on': Texas immigrant community on edge during Trump’s first weeks

  01-02-2025 22:22 via kxan.com
  
  EL PASO (THE TEXAS TRIBUNE) — On a recent windy, cold afternoon in this border city, dozens of people gathered at a park for an immigrant rights demonstration to denounce the Trump administration’s immigration policies. Some held signs reading: “Immigrants Make America Great.”Alan, a local police officer, and his wife came and held a Mexican flag. He said he joined the demonstration because he worries about his father, an undocumented immigrant who works at a farm in sou
  
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• Kyle PD creates new mental health position using grant money

  01-02-2025 19:59 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Kyle Police Department announced it was recently awarded a mental health grant totaling $188,280.KPD said the funding would help create a full-time mental health clinician position, including all necessary training and equipment. A step the department said was aligned with its efforts to address mental health challenges and provide critical resources to those in need.The clinician will help provide crisis intervention, conduct assessments, offer counseling and ensure on
  
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• 2 wanted in convenience store robbery in east Austin

  01-02-2025 19:44 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department said it needed help identifying two suspects involved in an aggravated robbery in east Austin.APD said the robbery occurred at Shoppers Mart, 1901 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., on Dec. 28 between 6:30 and 7 a.m.Austin Police said the suspects “aggressively entered the store, threatened the employees with handguns, and took an undisclosed amount of cash before they left the area.”Police described the first suspect as a 5’11&r
  
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• Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could mean higher inflation and economic disruption

  01-02-2025 18:55 via kxan.com
  
  PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — New trade penalties against Canada, Mexico and China that President Donald Trump plans to impose Saturday represent an aggressive early move against America’s three largest trading partners, but at the risk of higher inflation and possible disruptions to the global economy.
  In Trump’s view, the 25% tariffs against the two North American allies and a 10% tax on imports from Washington's chief economic rival are a way for the United States to throw around
  
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• January sees cold, dry spell

  01-02-2025 18:47 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) -- January in Austin is typically the coldest month of the year with an average temperature of 52.2°. It is also the 4th driest month (or, if you prefer) the 9th wettest month), with an average rainfall of 2.64.Based on the final numbers for January, the month was colder and drier. Let's get into the numbers.
  There were 21 days when the day's high temperature was below normal. The coldest day was Monday, Jan. 20 with a high of 33° at Camp Mabry.That day featured the most hi
  
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• What is the most-visited state park in Texas? Here’s the top 10 countdown for 2024

  01-02-2025 15:00 via kxan.com
  
  This story is part of the KXAN Data Hub, where numbers help tell the whole story.
  We've created several data-driven stories and databases on topics including weather and climate, politics, education, sports and growth in Texas. Each story in the KXAN Data Hub is updated as new data becomes available.AUSTIN (KXAN) — From mountains and canyons to forests and swamps, the vast scale of Texas provides so many natural wonders.Across the Lone Star State, there are 85 state parks, natural areas a
  
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• Photo of the Month results: This is the best viewer photo of January 2025, as voted by you

  01-02-2025 14:29 via kxan.com
  
  This story is part of the KXAN Data Hub, where numbers help tell the whole story.
  We've created several data-driven stories and databases on topics including weather and climate, politics, education, sports and growth in Texas. Each story in the KXAN Data Hub is updated as new data becomes available.Editor’s Note: The video above shows the latest forecast from the KXAN First Warning Weather team.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Here at KXAN, we get hundreds of photos sent to us each month
  
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• Photo of the Month poll: Help us choose the best viewer photo of January 2025

  01-02-2025 14:29 via kxan.com
  
  This story is part of the KXAN Data Hub, where numbers help tell the whole story.
  We've created several data-driven stories and databases on topics including weather and climate, politics, education, sports and growth in Texas. Each story in the KXAN Data Hub is updated as new data becomes available.Editor’s Note: The video above shows the latest forecast from the KXAN First Warning Weather team.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Here at KXAN, we get hundreds of photos sent to us each month
  
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• Austin FC notebook: Biro extension, new jersey sleeve sponsor, why 'preseason is a liar'

  01-02-2025 04:51 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin FC heads into its second preseason training camp trip with renewed hopes as a record-breaking offseason has them set up for vast improvement over the past two seasons.Verde and Black continues its preseason slate Saturday at home against Louisville City FC before heading to the Coachella Valley in California for the last road trip before the games begin to count. First-year head coach Nico Estevez said Thursday he wants to find out what makes his players tick and tha
  
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• Trouble sleeping? Austin sleep apnea trial could help transform lives and treatment options

  01-02-2025 02:57 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – For years, Michelle Strickland had trouble sleeping – she woke up several times at night - and it left her with daytime sleepiness and her body craving lots of naps. Strickland recently went to the doctor after her father was diagnosed with sleep apnea. Sleep apnea happens when a person’s airway collapses, partially or completely, several times throughout the night, according to the American Medical Association.“I would stop breathing about nine to 15 time
  
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• LIVE: Trouble sleeping? Austin sleep apnea trial could help transform lives and treatment options

  01-02-2025 02:57 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (KXAN) – For years, Michelle Strickland had trouble sleeping – she woke up several times at night, 9 to 15 times an hour - and it left her with daytime sleepiness and her body craving lots of naps. Strickland recently went to the doctor after her father was diagnosed with sleep apnea. Sleep apnea happens when a person’s airway collapses, partially or completely, several times throughout the night, according to the American Medical Association.“I would stop breathin
  
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• TxDOT defends TxTag-HCTRA transition, lawmakers mull action

  01-02-2025 02:32 via kxan.com
  
  Investigative Summary:This story is part of KXAN’s “TxTag Troubles” investigative project launched May 7, 2023. Following related reports in recent years, our team rededicated its resources to this major consumer issue, after hundreds of viewers complained to usabout resurfaced billing and customer service problems with the state’s tollway operator and its contracted vendors. During our reporting, the Texas Department of Transportation began reaching out to viewers who h
  
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• Medical plane carrying pediatric patient crashes in Philadelphia, sets homes ablaze

  01-02-2025 01:41 via kxan.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA (NEXSTAR) — A medical transport jet headed for Missouri and carrying a child patient and five others crashed in Northeast Philadelphia Friday night, Pennsylvania’s governor and the company that owns the plane confirmed.The plane’s owner, Jet Rescue, provides global air ambulance services, confirmed Friday night that six people were on board, including four crew and a pediatric patient and their escort.
  "At this time, we cannot confirm any survivors," Jet Rescue sai
  
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• Ambulatory plane carrying pediatric patient crashes in Philadelphia, sets homes ablaze

  01-02-2025 01:41 via kxan.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA (NEXSTAR) — A medical transport jet headed for Missouri and carrying a child patient and five others crashed in Northeast Philadelphia Friday night, Pennsylvania’s governor and the company that owns the plane confirmed.The plane’s owner, Jet Rescue, provides global air ambulance services, confirmed Friday night that six people were on board, including four crew and a pediatric patient and their escort.
  "At this time, we cannot confirm any survivors," Jet Rescue sai
  
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• Dell CEO says company is 'retiring' remote work, calling workers back 5 days a week: report

  01-02-2025 01:08 via kxan.com
  
  (KRON) -- Dell has reportedly joined the growing list of companies putting an end to remote work policies and demanding that workers be in the office five days a week. On Friday, Dell CEO Michael Dell sent an email to employees stating that the company was "retiring hybrid policy," according to a report in Business Insider.According to BI, the company is calling all employees who live roughly within an hour of a Dell office to be at their desks five days a week. The directive is due to take effe
  
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• Dwyane Wade reveals cancer diagnosis, kidney surgery

  01-02-2025 00:57 via kxan.com
  
  CHICAGO (WGN) — Basketball Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade revealed Thursday that nearly half of one of his kidneys was removed in late 2023 after doctors found a tumor.The Chicago native shared the story of the "shocking" diagnosis and the emotional toll it took on him on the latest episode of his "The Why" podcast.Wade, who turned 43 earlier this month, said his father's journey with prostate cancer inspired him to see a doctor after experiencing stomach issues, cramps, and difficulty urinatin
  
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• It costs the most to rent an apartment in these US cities: report

  01-02-2025 00:56 via kxan.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - The price of renting an apartment is on the rise, particularly in some major U.S. cities.
  This is according to the latest rent report from Zumper, which has found that across the nation, the price for a one-bedroom apartment is up 2.5% since this time last year.On a city-by-city level, some areas have seen a drastic rise in apartment prices, with New Haven, Connecticut, seeing the largest rise by far with over a 33% rise in price for a one-bedroom apartment.Not far behind New Haven w
  
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• Illinois governor blocks pardoned Jan. 6 rioters from state jobs

  01-02-2025 00:56 via kxan.com
  
  Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) said he would block pardoned Capitol insurrectionists from serving in local government positions, citing a state law ordinance, according to a Thursday letter obtained by The Hill.“The State’s Personnel Code, administered by the Department of Central Management Services (CMS) and by you as its Director, requires the rejection of candidates for State employment who have engaged in infamous or disgraceful conduct (20 ILCS 415/8b.4),” Pritzker wrote t
  
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• Critics claim education savings accounts won't be enough to cover tuition costs

  01-02-2025 00:30 via kxan.com
  
  AUSTIN (Nexstar) -- Proponents of education savings accounts (ESA) will have a close eye on Gov. Greg Abbott's State of the State address Sunday evening, where he is likely to declare school choice an emergency item. If he does, it would allow the Texas Senate to pass its ESA legislation as early as next week.The bill carrying the ESA legislation, SB 2, cleared the Senate Education K-16 Committee this week with no amendments. It would provide $2,000 per student for home schooling, $10,000 for st
  
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• Hays CISD: Developer to build hundreds of homes for teachers

  01-02-2025 00:23 via kxan.com
  
  HAYS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) – Hays CISD will soon add affordable housing options for district teachers and staff.During a recent meeting, the Hays CISD board of trustees approved a master lease agreement with developer Upward Communities to build more than 300 homes."In this initial phase of this community we are looking at up to 300 homes for now," said Christina Courson, Chief Human Resources Officer with Hays CISD.Courson says as the district continues to see rapid growth, they have
  
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