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North Texas boss who adopted four-day workweek has challenge for other employers
The businessman says it’s time for other employers to consider changes to the ways they have…
Texas lawmakers want to make cutting off ankle monitors a crime in response to deadly shooting at Methodist Hospital
Nestor Hernandez, a felon on parole on an ankle monitor allegedly killed two hospital workers, but…
City of Austin now has an ice storm debris zone lookup map
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The City of Austin now has an ice storm debris zone lookup map…
Soup cans can waive some UT parking fines
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Racking up parking citations on the University of Texas at Austin campus? A…
‘It’s a grind and a dogfight’: Austin FC plays in first-ever CONCACAF Champions League match Tuesday
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin FC is set to play its first-ever CONCACAF Champions League game Tuesday…
Spring forecast: Will our wet season fix the drought?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Meteorological spring began March 1 and continues through the end of May. Of…
Arrest warrants issued for 3 linked to Austin street takeovers
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 6, 2023 AUSTIN…
‘Over and over again’: Gravel train derailment in Manor raises safety concerns
MANOR, Texas (KXAN)— If it’s not the sound of bull dozers scooping up gravel, it’s this:…
City of Austin plans search for new city manager
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin city council will meet Tuesday to discuss the plan for finding a…
Bluebonnets are blooming earlier in Central Texas this year — here’s why
AUSTIN (KXAN) — While it isn’t technically springtime yet, plenty of sunshine and warmer temperatures have…
Governor Abbott Increases Readiness Level Of State Operations Center Ahead Of Severe Weather
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to increase the readiness…
Governor Abbott Touts Rural Support For Education Freedom In Amarillo
Governor Greg Abbott last night touted support among rural Texans for education freedom and school choice…
Operation Lone Star Fortifies Border Barriers Ahead Of Spring Influx
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…
Governor Abbott Spotlights Efforts To Maintain Texas’ Economic Success
Governor Greg Abbott today discussed Texas' economic successes and current legislative efforts to ensure Texans thrive…
Governor Abbott Honors First Responders At Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo
Governor Greg Abbott today honored first responders who have gone above and beyond to protect their…
TEXIT: State representative introduces Texas Independence Referendum Act in state legislature
A conservative state representative introduced a bill in the Texas state legislature on Monday. If passed,…
Texas Proposal Could Become A National Model For Reining In Regulatory Costs
Legislation introduced by Texas Representative Dustin Burrows (R) would reduce administrative costs for employers by eliminating…
Texas state representative introduces bill to vote on secession
The bill allows Texas to explore the possibility of secession and present plans to the state…
TEXIT: State representative introduces Texas Independence Referendum Act in state legislature
A conservative state representative introduced a bill in the Texas state legislature on Monday. If passed,…
North Texas Lawmakers File ‘Swipe Fee Fairness’ Bills to Help Small Businesses
While the Texas legislative session is picking up steam, several new bills have been filed including…
As Texas school districts scramble to hire teachers, this 2021 law is in the way
Districts who hire retired teachers to get back in classrooms must pay up to $10,000 a… …
As Texas school districts scramble to hire teachers, this 2021 law is in the way
Districts who hire retired teachers to get back in classrooms must pay up to $10,000 a… …
Texas Secessionists Push for Referendum on State Becoming Independent
A Republican lawmaker has introduced a bill that would give Texans a vote on whether to…
Swim, hike and tube at Texas state park just 45 minutes from downtown San Antonio
Guadalupe River State Park is one of the closest state parks to San Antonio — just…
Want to start composting? Start with these dos and don’ts
Composting is a great way to keep your food scraps from ending up in a landfill…
SAFD crews extinguish house fire in Helotes
HELOTES, Texas – Firefighters responded to a house fire in Helotes Monday afternoon and were able…
Yes, a person can be charged for not locking up a firearm; here’s why it’s hard to prosecute
SAN ANTONIO – In the past three days, there have been two incidents of a child…
SAPD asking for help locating 19-year-old capital murder suspect
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police are asking the public for help locating a teenager wanted…
Facing staffing shortages, is APD ready for SXSW?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Every city department is gearing up for a busy spring festival season with…
Did you know Texas has an official state mushroom that hisses?
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Some mushrooms are good on salads; others can make you feel funny and…
2023 WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play to be last in Austin
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 6, 2023 AUSTIN (KXAN) —…
The Shot Boosters
In the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccines have become more of a life-saving necessity—and yet more controversial. These…
Loon Star State: Nasty Eddie
Ben Sargent / Texas Observer To see more political cartoons from Ben Sargent, visit our Loon Star…
Texas teachers are stressed out. A four-day workweek might help — but it won’t cure everything
“I’m done. I’m exhausted,” said one teacher at a recent Little Elm ISD board meeting. DALLAS…
Trial to begin for Texas influencer Brittany Dawn over alleged scams
Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this…
Trial for North Texas fitness influencer who allegedly scammed customers set to begin Monday
The Texas Attorney General’s office alleged Brittany Dawn Davis never delivered customized fitness plans to thousands…
Cardiologist Reveals Top 10 Heart Symptoms You Should Never Ignore, But Many People Do
A leading cardiologist has revealed the top 10 heart symptoms you should never ignore—including nausea with…
Nature-Loving Grandma Stages One-Woman Protest to Protect Tree Due to Be Felled By Local Government
A disabled, nature-loving grandmother staged a one-woman protest to get a stay of execution for a…
Miracle Rescue as Missing Skier Buried by Avalanche with Only One Arm Showing Flags Down Helicopter (WATCH)
This is the incredible moment a missing backcountry skier buried under snow was able to wave…
First Flight of Regional Jet Powered by Hydrogen Fuel Cells–40-Seater is Largest Ever to Fly
A fledgling energy company looking to develop true zero-emissions aircraft just took a massive leap forward…
Supermassive Black Hole Lurking at Edge of the Universe is One of Biggest Ever Detected–and ‘Completely Unexpected’
A supermassive black hole discovered at the edge of the universe is one of the biggest…
Watch How Continents Moved Over 100 Million Years in Video – Mapped by Scientists as Never Before
The last 100 years of continental movement have recently been calculated by scientists and illustrated in…
Woman Spontaneously Offers Homeless Man a Job on Her Farm Proving the Power of Kindness
When a woman struck up a conversation with an Ontario homeless man, she didn’t imagine it…
San Antonio Brahmas fall to Houston Roughnecks 22-13 in first intra-state XFL matchup
HOUSTON – Before the XFL season began, San Antonio Brahmas head coach Hines Ward embraced the…
Firefighters battle shed fire behind home on city’s East Side
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio firefighters are trying to determine the cause of a shed fire…
Southwest Side home destroyed after late-night fire, SAFD says
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio firefighters are looking for answers after a Southwest Side home was…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To State Board For Educator Certification
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Bob Brescia, Ed.D., Courtney Boswell MacDonald, and Scott Muri, Ed.D. to…
Cluck and run! Chicken Salad Chick’s second SA restaurant giving away free food at grand opening
SAN ANTONIO – If you’re a chicken salad connoisseur, you’re going to want to flap your…
Man shot, killed after refusing to leave couple’s motel room on East Side, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A man who forced his way inside a couple’s motel room and refused…
Body found in Lady Bird Lake in Austin, first responders confirm
AUSTIN, Texas – An investigation is underway after a body was recovered from Lady Bird Lake…
Southtown’s newest brunch restaurant, ‘Blush,’ opens this week
SAN ANTONIO – Southtown’s newest eatery, “Blush,” will evoke tastes of different cultures with French, Mexican,…
Baptist Health System to host hiring event for former Texas Vista Medical Center employees
Baptist Health System will hold a hiring event to help provide job opportunities for Texas Vista…
Driver taken to hospital after crashing into utility pole on Southeast Side, SAPD says
SAN ANTONIO – A driver was traveling at a high rate of speed before they crashed…
Reports: 3 children dead, 2 wounded in attack at Texas home
News reports say three children have been killed and two other children wounded in an attack…
Reports: 3 children dead, 2 wounded in attack at Texas home
News reports say three children have been killed and two other children wounded in an… News reports…
Texas mom stabs her five children, killing three: cops
A Texas mother fatally stabbed three of her kids and wounded two others after a child…
Hamilton Pool Preserve reservations open for summer
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — The temperatures are rising, meaning Austin-area pools will open for the…
Spring is getting warmer, arriving earlier
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The official start of meteorological spring (March, April and May) has arrived. Not…
Austin ISD asks for community input on new superintendent hire
AUSTIN (KXAN) — With a goal to name the next Austin ISD superintendent by July 1,…
Travis County to hold Expunction Expo to help residents clear old criminal records
AUSTIN (KXAN) – On Friday, Travis County announced it would hold its fourth Expunction Expo to…
Urruti stuns CF Montreal with late goal, lifts Austin FC to 1-0 home win
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin FC substitute Maxi Urruti broke a scoreless tie with a nifty goal…
KXAN wins 3 Texas Broadcast News Awards, named finalist for Overall Excellence
AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Wednesday, the Texas Association of Broadcasters announced the 2023 Texas Broadcast News…
State of Texas: Top Republicans spar over plans for property tax relief
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Top Texas Republicans agree property tax relief is their top priority, but remain…
No. 9 Texas swarms No. 3 Kansas on defense in 75-59 win to end Big 12 regular season
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Nobody is safe in the Big 12 Conference this season. The No. 9…
Drought causes water cutoffs for some LCRA customers through next year
AUSTIN (KXAN) — March 1 was the Lower Colorado River Authority’s deadline to determine if water…
Texas State system chancellor requires removal of diversity statement in hiring process
AUSTIN (KXAN) — In line with other Texas universities, the Texas State University System chancellor said…
APD investigating theft from Girl Scouts at south Austin grocery store
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department received reports of theft from a local Girl Scout…
Here’s why your car looks disgusting today
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Severe thunderstorms on Thursday resulted in isolated wind damage, scattered power outages and…
KXAN is ending most of our COVID-19 data reporting. Here’s why
AUSTIN (KXAN) — For three years, KXAN has been keeping track of COVID-19 statistics across Texas.…
UT researchers investigate why asthmatic Black, Hispanic children are more likely to end up in ER
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Researchers have long known that Black and Hispanic children are much more likely…
Woman receives lesser charges after 2019 motorcyclist death
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Travis County court records showed a woman was convicted of two lesser charges…
‘It’s a happy day’: Officials announce $93 million in funding for Austin’s chronically unhoused
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Officials announced Friday that 300 more housing vouchers – including 100 for veterans…
What is turbulence?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Aviation is possible for humans through an understanding of physics and engineering, allowing…
PHOTOS: Police in San Marcos search for suspect in January hit-and-run
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The San Marcos Police Department said it was searching for a suspect involved…
‘4,000-foot drop’: Matthew, Camila McConaughey on flight with severe turbulence
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila were on a flight from Austin to…
Officials arrest teen in connection to Hays County fatal fentanyl overdose involving a minor
AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Monday, a teen was arrested by Kyle and San Marcos Police in…
A local nonprofit is creating connections, helping kids find their deaf or hard-of-hearing identity
SAN ANTONIO – You only want what’s best for your family, so when you learn that…
‘Ragtime’ closing out Wonder Theatre’s residency at historic Woodlawn Theatre
San Antonio – The Wonder Theatre, formerly known as the Woodlawn Theatre, is now putting on…
Three suspects arrested, six victims rescued in human smuggling bust, Bexar County sheriff says
SAN ANTONIO – Three men have been arrested in connection with a human smuggling case in…
City of Boerne set to re-enact 100-year-old photo dedication of veteran monument
SAN ANTONIO – It’s been 100 years since Cary Atkins’ grandparents stood at Veterans Plaza for…
Austin officials reinstate DWI Enforcement, ‘No Refusal’ Initiative ahead of Spring Break
AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Friday, the Austin Police Department said officers would be on patrol and…
Family files lawsuit against APD for 2021 killing of son during hostage situation
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The parents of Jordan Walton, a man killed by Austin Police officers during…
Woman receives lesser charges after 2019 motorcyclist death
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Travis County court records showed a woman was convicted of two lesser charges…
City of Austin announces pay package for police department
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The City of Austin announced details of its pay plan for the Austin…
What is the least-visited state park in Texas? Here’s the top 10 countdown
AUSTIN (KXAN) — From mountains and canyons to forests and swamps, the vast scale of Texas…
Displaced victims of apartment fire say false alarms are common at the complex
SAN ANTONIO – At least 72 residents were displaced after a fire at the Blanco Apartments.…
Today on Texas Standard: Inside a gorgeous garden refuge in McAllen
Cicero said, “If you have a library and a garden, you have all that you need.”…
‘Culture of impunity’: San Marcos police facing civil rights lawsuits for using Taser on 2 people, including man who is deaf
SAN MARCOS, Texas – A pair of lawsuits pending in federal court in Austin accuse San…
‘It’s been a nightmare’: Neighbor feels relief after dogs involved in fatal attack removed
San Antonio – A neighbor who witnessed terror before three dogs mauled an 81-year-old man said…
Small window for a strong storm arrives with Thursday’s cold front
Another stretch of spring-like temperatures rounded out the month of February, but changes are set to…
I Love Bringing the Music
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San Antonio foster nonprofit was closed for being ‘immediate risk’ to child safety
The state paid $2 million a year to Texas Foster Care and Adoption Services (TFCAS) for…
Second arrest made in deadly dog attack on West Side, officials say
SAN ANTONIO – A woman believed to be the co-owner of the dogs involved in a…
Hunger strike in Texas prisons ends after seven weeks, for now
For the first time in seven weeks, no men in Texas’ solitary confinement program known as…
Morning news brief
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Texas considers extending Medicaid access after birth to make having a baby safer
Northern Public Radio Donate Available On Air Stations Texas abortion bans focused attention on the state’s…
NASA Updates Coverage for Agency’s SpaceX Crew-6 Launch
NASA and SpaceX are targeting no earlier than 12:34 a.m. EST Thursday, March 2, to launch…
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-6 Safely En Route to International Space Station
Crew members assigned to NASA’s SpaceX Crew-6 mission are in orbit following their successful launch to…
NASA Awards Systems Engineering Advanced Services II Contract
NASA has awarded the Systems Engineering Advanced Services (SEAS) II contract to McCallie Associates, Inc., of…
Venus, Jupiter, Moon Shine from Space Station
Former NASA astronaut Scott Kelly snapped this photo of the Earth's crescent, the Moon, Venus, and…
Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Declaration In March 2023
Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Declaration In March 2023TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To State Employee Charitable Campaign Policy Committee
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Brent Connett to the State Employee Charitable Campaign Policy Committee for…