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Lance Blanks, part of the famed Longhorns ‘BMW’ guard trio from 1988-90, dies at 56 years old
AUSTIN (KXAN) — One of the players that helped make the Texas Longhorns basketball program nationally…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Coons To Correctional Managed Health Care Committee
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Kris Coons to the Correctional Managed Health Care Committee for a…
18 year old arrested, charged with murder in fentanyl-related death of Lehman High student
HAYS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN)—Deputies announced the arrest Wednesday of an 18-year-old suspect on a murder charge…
Motion denied for new Daniel Perry trial, sentencing starts May 9
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Attorneys for former Army Sergeant Daniel Perry — who was convicted last month…
Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Upper Guadalupe River Authority
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed William R. "Bill" Rector, M.D. and Margaret B. "Maggie" Snow and…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Board Of Chiropractic Examiners
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Matthew Mix, D.C. and reappointed Josh Hollub and Mindy Neal, D.C.…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Board Of Chiropractic Examiners
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Matthew Mix, D.C. and reappointed Josh Hollub and Mindy Neal, D.C.…
Governor Abbott Appoints Rothfelder To Veterans’ Land Board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed James Rothfelder to the Veterans' Land Board for a term set…
Joe Biden Confirms He’s Going to Destroy the Economy Over the Debt Ceiling
On Monday, a brief glimmer of hope emerged that Joe Biden might set his arrogance and…
‘I Stand by My Testimony’–Merrick Garland Denies He Lied to Congress
Attorney General Merrick Garland responded Tuesday to an IRS whistleblower’s claims that a senior Biden Administration…
Watch: Josh Hawley Gets Deb Haaland to Admit ‘Quiet Part out Loud’ During Energy Committee Hearing
With both Sens. Ted Cruz (Texas) and John Kennedy (La.) doing their respective parts to expose…
Jennifer Granholm’s Pledge to Convert Defense Vehicles to Electric Is a Clear and Present Danger to National Security
In a hearing before the Senate Armed Service Committee last Wednesday, Biden’s Energy Secretary, Jennifer Granholm,…
Should water cremations be legal in Texas?
SAN ANTONIO – Sandi Joralemon recently lost her husband, and during the most difficult time for…
Freedom From Religion Foundation plans to file lawsuit if Ten Commandments bill passes
Texas Senate Bill 1515 is headed to the state House for consideration. The bill proposed by…
Governor Abbott Appoints Seven To Brazos River Authority Board Of Directors
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Mike Khan and Cat Parks and reappointed Jennifer "Jen" Henderson, P.E.,…
Missouri to restrict gender-affirming care for trans adults this week
If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis…
Poll: Two-thirds oppose banning medication abortion
Strong majorities of Americans oppose laws banning medication abortion, disagree with judges overturning Food and Drug…
State of Texas: Uvalde families wait hours to speak on bill to raise age for buying semi-automatic guns
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — In an overnight hearing, families of victims of the Uvalde school shooting gave…
Execution date withdrawn for Texas death row inmate Ivan Cantu
COLLIN COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — A judge in Collin County ordered that the execution date for…
APD, ATCEMS respond to tactical situation in Travis County
ELGIN, Texas (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department and Austin-Travis County EMS were called to assist…
Turning Anti-Asian Hate into Law
My dad, an immigrant from Iran, bought our childhood home before he was a citizen of…
16 people rescued from flash floods, fire chief explains what to do
AUSTIN (KXAN) – During Thursday night’s severe weather, the Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2…
Abbott Aims to Pardon Racist Murderer Who Sent Explicit Texts to Apparent Minor
After an Austin jury unanimously convicted Sergeant Daniel Perry of murder, it took Governor Greg Abbott…
BLOG: Recap, aftermath of Thursday storms in Central Texas
(KXAN) — Severe weather and hail hit Central Texas Thursday afternoon and evening. According to the…
Man arrested in connection with threats against Lago Vista ISD, teachers
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Lago Vista police were dispatched to the 3200 block of Burnside Circle Monday…
Sales tax holiday this weekend for emergency preparation supplies
AUSTIN (KXAN) — If you need to purchase supplies for emergency preparation, this weekend is a…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Bugg To State Preservation Board
Governor Abbott Reappoints Bugg To State Preservation BoardGovernor Abbott has reappointed Alethea Swann Bugg to the…
Is Clarence Thomas fit to serve with ties to a GOP donor? A law professor weighs in
SCOTT DETROW, HOST: We are continuing to follow new revelations about Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’…
Which parts of Texas are growing fastest, and how could that impact election results?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — More than 30 million people now call Texas home, according to the U.S.…
Texas quarterbacks Ewers, Murphy shine in Orange and White scrimmage
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns ended its spring practice session in style, giving fans a…
A Texas plant is threatened under the Endangered Species Act
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Parts of Central Texas are home to the Bracted Twistflower. It is found…
Texas requires vehicle inspections — How many other states do it?
TEXAS (KXAN) — With many new residents moving to the Lone Star State, vehicle registrations and…
6 people injured in 3-vehicle crash in south Travis County
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — A total of six people were injured, including two with serious…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Pate To Texas Racing Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Robert C. Pate to the Texas Racing Commission for a term…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Betancourt To Texas Facilities Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Eddy Betancourt to the Texas Facilities Commission for a term set…
Oklahoma and Texas seek solution to Red River water dispute
A mapping mistake and the rise of an invasive species in Lake Texoma has elevated a…
Drought grips 7.75 million Texans in latest report, impacts felt statewide
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for April 14, 2023. LUBBOCK,…
‘Hell of a scare’: Matthew McConaughey opens up about Lufthansa flight on Kelly Ripa podcast
Editor’s note: The above video is from when the flight happened in March. AUSTIN (KXAN) —…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Cummings To Cancer Prevention And Research Institute Of Texas Oversight Committee
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed David Cummings, M.D. to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of…
Tallahassee My Texas
It’s become an inside joke among Capitol insiders that the best way to figure out what…
TxDOT unveils new design proposals for I-35 expansion
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of Transportation is giving new insight into some design options…
Llano County library will stay open, commissioners decide
LLANO COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Llano County will keep its library after Llano County commissioners voted…
Sinkhole along MoPac prompts concern for drivers
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Along the northbound service road of MoPac, between Loop 360 and Spyglass Drive,…
Parking at bars, AFD response times: This week’s City Council items that impact you
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin City Council has nearly 80 items on its agenda Thursday. Here’s some…
TIMELINE: The latest with the Daniel Perry case
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for April 12, 2023. AUSTIN…
Gregg Popovich calls out politicians for ‘cowardice and selfishness’ regarding gun control laws, names Texas lawmaker
DALLAS (KXAN) — San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has used his platform to talk…
‘Hunger is a bipartisan issue’: New law would make it easier for incarcerated people to access SNAP benefits
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Two bills have been filed in the Texas House and Senate that would…
Emergency Care Attendant classes offer first step into EMS world
Like many states, Texas still faces a shortage of people in emergency medical services. As a…
Local beekeeper weighs in on Texas HB 590, which will put restrictions on labeling honey
A new piece of proposed legislation could have a big impact on beekeepers in our area.…
‘We Are in a Crisis’: Texas Public Schools on the Edge
In early March, the old sewage pipes of a Houston public middle school broke. By noon,…
Dragging Democracy into the Future
This is part of our coverage of South by South West (SXSW) 2023. South By Southwest…
Governor Abbott Appoints 10 To Texas Crime Victims’ Institute Advisory Council
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed David Schwartz and reappointed Hector Villarreal to the Texas Crime Victims'…
Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Texas State Board Of Public Accountancy
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Kimberly Crawford, Sherri Merket, Thomas Neuhoff, and Susan Warren to the…
All eyes on education in crucial day at Texas legislature
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — In a split-screen legislative affair expected to last late into Thursday night, Texas…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Real Estate Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Stuart Bernstein, Chance Brown, and Renee Harvey Lowe to the Texas…
Governor Abbott Appoints Eichelberger, Castro To Texas Appraiser Licensing And Certification Board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed John H. Eichelberger, III and reappointed Rolando Castro to the Texas…
New fire safety requirements for animal care facilities in Round Rock
ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — Round Rock city council approved changes to the fire safety requirements…
Bluebonnets, ice storm could mean more snake sightings
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Warmer weather is here and with it, familiar creatures: snakes. Before you take…
Family of man found dead in Lady Bird Lake in 2018 responds to recent deaths
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Less than two months after 30-year-old Jason John’s body was found in Lady…
Central Health plans $90.5M medical complex for low-income, homeless healthcare services
Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for April 3, 2023. AUSTIN…
APD: No evidence of foul play in Lady Bird Lake death, man identified
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department identified a man who was pulled from Lady Bird…
Nutria spotted in Lady Bird Lake — what is it?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — What started as a mysterious animal swimming in Lady Bird Lake has been…
Biden and Congress clash over water protection rule
The Senate on Wednesday, March 29 approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration’s expanded protections…
Biden and Congress clash over water protection rule
The Senate on Wednesday, March 29 approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration’s expanded protections…
Celia Israel’s Got ‘Both Feet on the Ground’
Celia Israel was front and center during Bidi Bidi Banda’s live music set at Future Front…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Rodr?guez To State Board For Educator Certification
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Alma D. Rodr?guez Ed.D. to the State Board for Educator Certification…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To Commission On Jail Standards
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Duane Lock, Ben Perry, and Esmaeil Porsa M.D. to the Commission…
Report: Qualified lifeguards could have been turned away
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Every Summer the City of Austin relies on hundreds of lifeguards to watch…
1 person injured in crash between pickup, semi-truck; Traffic blocked on I-35 service road at Riverside
AUSTIN (KXAN) — One person was sent to a hospital after a crash between a semi-truck…
New population estimates show which areas of Texas grew the most in 2022
The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 30, 2023. AUSTIN (KXAN) —…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas State University System Board Of Regents
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Russell Gordy and Tom Long and reappointed Earl C. "Duke" Austin…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Dominguez, Jack To Governing Board Of The Texas Civil Commitment Office
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Robert Dominguez and Christy Jack to the Governing Board of the…
Trump speaks at his first major rally of the presidential election in Waco
WACO (Nexstar) — Months after announcing his third bid for the White House, former President Donald…
Will ‘educational freedom’ handcuff Texas’ public schools?
SB 8 would provide thousands of taxpayer dollars for families to change schools. Critics wonder where…
Operation Lone Star Turns Back Over 30,000 Illegal Immigrants
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…
“A Vigilante Death Squad Policy”: Texas GOP Wants Citizens to Stop Migrants
Dade Phelan, the Republican speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, sounded mostly triumphant delivering speech…
Governor Abbott Appoints Six To Texas School Safety Center Board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Melissa Dunbar and reappointed Edwin Flores, Ph. D., James Mosley, Noe…
Governor Abbott Statement On Newsmax, DIRECTV Agreement
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the announcement of a multi-year distribution agreement between…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Bell, Scott To Parks And Wildlife Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Oliver Bell and Dick Scott to the Parks and Wildlife Commission…
1 year later: March tornado outbreak in Central Texas
AUSTIN (KXAN) — One year ago, six separate tornadoes (including one in Milam County) moved through…
Louisville blows out Texas at home 73-51 to move on to women’s Sweet 16
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns suffered their worst home loss of the season Monday, falling…
‘Y’all means all!’ Advocates, celebrities rally for LGBTQ rights at Texas Capitol
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Chants of “y’all means all” came from the hundreds of people who gathered…
Texas lawmakers debate bills to ban transgender medical treatments for minors
AUSTIN — In marathon hearing that lasted late into the evening, a Texas Senate committee on…
Former Air Force officer gets prison term for Jan. 6 Capitol attack
WASHINGTON — A retired Air Force officer who stormed the U.S. Capitol dressed in combat gear…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To University Of Texas System Board of Regents
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Robert Gauntt and reappointed Janiece Longoria and Rad Weaver to The…
Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority Board Of Directors
Governor Greg Abbott reappointed Emaunuel Valdez and appointed Robert Blaschke and John Cyrier to the Guadalupe-Blanco…
Governor Abbott Denounces ESG Standards Harmful To U.S. Energy Sector
Governor Greg Abbott today defended the nation's energy industry in a letter to President Joe Biden…
Texas panel debates transgender health care ban for minors
AUSTIN — A committee of the Texas Senate on Thursday is debating a bill to ban…
Governor Abbott Appoints Fonseca To 476th District Court
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ysmael D. Fonseca, Jr. to the 476th Judicial District Court in…
Governor Abbott Appoints Four To One-Call Board Of Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Sandy Galvan, Joe Canales, and Roberto De Leon and appointed Derek…
Governor Abbott Announces Support For Texas CHIPS Act
Governor Greg Abbott today announced his support for the proposed Texas CHIPS Act legislation at a…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Tech University System Board Of Regents
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Clay C. Cash, Tim G. Culp, and Shelley Sweatt, Ed.D. to…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas A&M University System Board of Regents
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed David Baggett, John Bellinger, and Sam Torn to the Texas A&M…
Border Militia Bill Reveals Texas GOP’s Scheme to Expand State Enforcement Powers
With a rash of legislation unveiled at the bill filing deadline last Friday, Texas Republicans are…
Texas Senators tout property tax plan they say could save homeowners $750+
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Texas Senate Republicans unveiled their plan to lower property taxes Tuesday, touting a…
Bee Cave on Ice to return this winter after successful inaugural season
BEE CAVE, Texas (KXAN) — The city of Bee Cave has placed a down payment on…
Drunk driver hits ambulance, sends two ATCEMS medics to hospital
AUSTIN (KXAN) — An alleged drunk driver hit an ambulance responding to a medical call near…
Abortion Training in Texas Is Vanishing
The fetus Michelle was carrying was dead. At her 14-week checkup, the doctor had detected only…
Texas state park to reopen temporarily ahead of impending sale, permanent closure
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A popular Texas state park will temporarily reopen to visitors this week ahead…
Oscars 2023 live updates: Show highlights and winners
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Follow along for real-time updates on the 2023 Oscars from The Associated…
Texas man sues ex-wife’s friends for allegedly helping her get abortion pills
Updated March 11, 2023 at 3:13 PM ET A Texas man has filed a wrongful death…
Lawmakers ask for state park to temporarily reopen before permanent closure, sale to private developer
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Lawmakers have asked the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to consider temporarily reopening…
A ‘Dark Vision’ of Discipline: Zero Tolerance Makes a Comeback
Improving school safety is a top priority in Texas during this legislative session after last year’s…
Texas man sues ex-wife’s friends for allegedly helping her get abortion pills
A Texas man has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against three friends of his ex-wife for…
Texas man sues ex-wife’s friends for allegedly helping her get abortion pills
A Texas man has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against three friends of his ex-wife for…
‘We are a major player’: Sen. Kolkhorst updates bill banning Chinese land purchases in Texas
Sen. Lois W. Kolkhorst said while changes are made, the measure is needed to protect… A…
Texas bill requiring 10-year prison sentences for gun felonies faces opposition
Under Senate Bill 23, all felonies involving a gun would incur a mandatory 10-year prison sentence.…
In Texas, government transparency isn’t a partisan issue (Opinion)
Texas legislators from both political parties are carrying on our state’s legacy of… To witness bipartisanship…
‘It’s the wild west’: Texas legislature may decide future of kratom in state
AUSTIN (KXAN) – This session, the Texas legislature will look at two bills related to regulating…
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and senators unveil package of bills aimed at im…
The bills would allow the state to hire companies to build emergency gas-fueled power plants, among…
New bill filed to prevent state park from becoming multi-million dollar private community
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A new bill has been filed in the Texas Senate aiming to prevent…
SA leaders sound alarm over ‘potentially most damaging piece of legislation’ ever in Texas Lege
SB 1110 would prevent cities from transferring utilities revenues into their municipal… “This is the biggest,…
Local lawmakers celebrate achievements of women in government on International Women’s Day
Post Content Women in the Texas Legislature as well as the Austin City Council gathered to…
Bill would allow district clerks to carry handguns to work
It has bipartisan support in the Senate. AUSTIN, Texas — One gun-related bill that’s advancing through…
Mayor’s Message – Pleasanton
I hope everyone is having a great week. March 7, 2023, was Pleasanton Legislative Day at…
More gun reform legislation presented by state Sen. Gutierrez alongside Uvalde families
AUSTIN – Several families of the Uvalde victims were in Austin alongside state Sen. Roland Gutierrez…