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A Texan had abortions before and after the 'Roe' decision. She worries for...

Before the Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion, Maggie had one that put her life at risk. She fears people will once again seek unsafe, illegal abortions if the case is overturned.

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'Dead suspect loophole' invoked to keep Uvalde shooting records secret

There are many questions about law enforcement's actions during the shooting last month in Uvalde. But because the suspect was killed, not all of the information may come to light.

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Here's where to celebrate Juneteenth in Central Texas this year

Almost 200 years later, Juneteenth is celebrated as the end of slavery in Texas

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Here’s what you need to know about the heat wave gripping Texas

Will we be getting a break from the heat anytime soon? That depends on how you define “soon.”

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Texas melons will be extra sweet this season, despite lower yields overall

Melon growers in the Rio Grande Valley were impacted by a hailstorm last month, while other growers have dealt with hot and windy weather.

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Counties that provided 'sanctuary' to undocumented immigrants saw falling...

The research showed that both property and violent crime decreased more in counties that adopted these polices than in nonsanctuary counties.

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Governor's race between Abbott and O’Rourke tightens, according to first poll...

A new Quinnipiac University poll shows that Gov. Greg Abbott’s 15% lead has shrunk to 5% over Beto O’Rourke as more Texas voters now say gun policies are a top priority.

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Streak of 100-degree days in Austin ends, but no immediate relief from the...

The Texas grid was built to withstand the heat, but residents who were here for the blackout last year are understandably concerned about the potential for power outages.

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Los “condados santuario" para indocumentados tuvieron un descenso en los...

Además de un descenso de la delincuencia en los condados santuario en comparación con los que no tienen estas políticas, la investigación también encontró una correlación entre los delitos contra la...

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Is there treasure buried at Walnut Creek Park?

There are multiple tales behind a cave known as Stark’s mine in the area. It was said to be dug over 100 years ago in an attempt to find buried treasure.

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Council to vote on replacing destroyed pedestrian bridge in Roy G. Guerrero Park

Seven years after floods destroyed a vital pedestrian link through the East Austin park, Austin's City Council is set to vote today on a $25 million project to replace the bridge and stabilize the...

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Austin set to slash speed limits along nearly 50 busy streets

The changes are a relatively low-cost tactic aimed at the most aggressive speeders.

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Gun safety, personal networking may get Texas’ AAPI communities to the polls

A new progressive group is hoping to politically activate Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

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Not just nostalgia: An argument for reconsidering the mall

In a new book, one of the country’s most influential architectural critics takes us on a stroll through one of America’s most iconic institutions.

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Uvalde commissioners OK purchase of facility for community support services...

The building's cost, estimated at $700,000, will be covered by grant money from the governor's office.

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Small plane crashes into Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin

The single occupant of the plane, a Texas Parks and Wildlife game warden, was taken to the hospital with potentially serious injuries.

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Amid affordability crisis, Austin could hike hourly minimum wage for city...

The City Council unanimously voted for the increase — but it's not guaranteed. The city directed the city manager to look into including the boost in the next budget.

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Listen to Black Austinites' reflections on the holiday marking the end of...

June 19 marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston to demand emancipation for people enslaved in Texas. In this hourlong special from KUT, we hear what the day means to Black...

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Juneteenth organizers 'carry a broken heart' planning events after mass...

Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas found out they were free — 2 1/2 after Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. The federal Juneteenth holiday will be...

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Austin moves to seize the South Terminal in bitter eminent domain battle at ABIA

The city wants to demolish the terminal where ultra-low-cost airlines Allegiant and Frontier operate to make room for a new concourse.

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