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Offer Vince Shlomi said the assassination of Charlie Kirk inspired him to run for office.
‘ShamWow’ guy running for Texas House seat
Offer Vince Shlomi, commonly known as the “ShamWow guy” after his series of towel informercials, is running for a House seat in Texas with a pitch to “soak up the swamp,” according to primary…
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November 24, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Offer Vince Shlomi said the assassination of Charlie Kirk inspired him to run for office.
LAST CHANCE | Help the Central Texas Food Bank fight food insecurity by donating in the Friendsgiving Challenge.
Learn how it works: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
Learn how it works: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
November 24, 2025 at 9:15 PM
LAST CHANCE | Help the Central Texas Food Bank fight food insecurity by donating in the Friendsgiving Challenge.
Learn how it works: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
Learn how it works: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
Do not handle any animal displaying rabies symptoms; if bitten, seek medical attention immediately.
Wimberley foxes test positive for rabies
The Hays County Sheriff’s Office said in a Monday morning social media post that two foxes tested positive for rabies.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Do not handle any animal displaying rabies symptoms; if bitten, seek medical attention immediately.
Austin Public Health is rolling out a fun new way to get people moving.https://www.kxan.com/news/simplehealth/austin-public-health-launches-citywide-move-your-way-fitness-challenge-for-all-levels/
Austin Public Health launches citywide ‘Move Your Way’ fitness challenge for all levels
Austin Public Health is rolling out a fun new way to get people moving with its Move Your Way Challenge.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Austin Public Health is rolling out a fun new way to get people moving.https://www.kxan.com/news/simplehealth/austin-public-health-launches-citywide-move-your-way-fitness-challenge-for-all-levels/
70% of respondents said they oppose military action in Venezuela. Trump has already authorized CIA operations inside the country.
Most Americans oppose military action in Venezuela: Poll
The U.S. military has recently bolstered its presence near Venezuela, with the USS Gerald R. Ford making its way to the Caribbean and President Trump allowing the CIA to go ahead with covert operat…
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November 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM
70% of respondents said they oppose military action in Venezuela. Trump has already authorized CIA operations inside the country.
Since records began in the 1890s, Austin has had more freezes than triple-digit days, but that gap is closing. www.kxan.com/weather/aust...
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November 24, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Since records began in the 1890s, Austin has had more freezes than triple-digit days, but that gap is closing. www.kxan.com/weather/aust...
Texas has received more than $6.4 billion from its requests for federal dollars, according to official documents.
Texas is getting far less in federal money for broadband expansion than expected
When the state announced that it’s set to receive $1.3 billion of federal funds to improve broadband access, rural Texans who have been waiting years for the money were disappointed.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Texas has received more than $6.4 billion from its requests for federal dollars, according to official documents.
As of September, about $195 billion had been collected from tariffs imposed by Trump.
$2K tariff rebates: How much could Trump’s proposal cost?
Trump said Monday that dividends could come next year.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:15 AM
As of September, about $195 billion had been collected from tariffs imposed by Trump.
It’s not clear if the feline slipped from the eagle’s talons or was discarded simply because the big bird didn’t have a taste for it.
Driver in North Carolina to 911: ‘I just had a bald eagle drop a cat through my windshield’
A motorist in western North Carolina escaped injury when the carcass of a cat crashed into the passenger side of her front windshield along a highway near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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November 23, 2025 at 11:15 PM
It’s not clear if the feline slipped from the eagle’s talons or was discarded simply because the big bird didn’t have a taste for it.
LAST WEEK FOR THE FRIENDSGIVING CHALLENGE | Learn how you can donate and help the Central Texas Food Bank here: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
November 23, 2025 at 10:45 PM
LAST WEEK FOR THE FRIENDSGIVING CHALLENGE | Learn how you can donate and help the Central Texas Food Bank here: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
As millions hit the road, Austin police share practical tips to prevent theft and protect property during the holiday season. “Lights, neighbors, and awareness go a long way.”
https://www.kxan.com/news/apd-holiday-home-safety-tips-lights-neighbors-awareness/
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APD Holiday Home Safety Tips: Lights, Neighbors, Awareness
As millions hit the road, Austin police share practical tips to prevent theft and protect property during the holiday season. “Lights, neighbors, and awareness go a long way.”
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November 23, 2025 at 9:45 PM
As millions hit the road, Austin police share practical tips to prevent theft and protect property during the holiday season. “Lights, neighbors, and awareness go a long way.”
https://www.kxan.com/news/apd-holiday-home-safety-tips-lights-neighbors-awareness/
https://www.kxan.com/news/apd-holiday-home-safety-tips-lights-neighbors-awareness/
The man was arrested Nov. 16 and released from jail Nov. 17 on a $15,000 bond.
Local teacher arrested, charged with improper relationship with student
A teacher at Elgin ISD was arrested and charged with an improper relationship between an educator and a student, a second-degree felony.
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November 23, 2025 at 9:15 PM
The man was arrested Nov. 16 and released from jail Nov. 17 on a $15,000 bond.
Even in a so-called buyer’s market, prices are still prohibitively expensive for many people, especially first-time shoppers.
Home buyers are now favored in 3 major Texas markets, Zillow says
Fall brought a glimmer of hope for home shoppers this year, as the number of buyer’s markets in major U.S. cities continues to grow as mortgage rates retreat slightly, according to Zillow.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Even in a so-called buyer’s market, prices are still prohibitively expensive for many people, especially first-time shoppers.
Do you know a woman in Central Texas who deserves recognition for all the work she does in her community? Nominate her for our Remarkable Women contest: https://www.kxan.com/remarkable-women-contest/#//
Texas’ Remarkable Women for 2026
KXAN wants to recognize the great contributions women have made to our nation and local communities. Remarkable Women is part of a nationwide Nexstar Media initiative to honor the influence that wo…
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November 23, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Do you know a woman in Central Texas who deserves recognition for all the work she does in her community? Nominate her for our Remarkable Women contest: https://www.kxan.com/remarkable-women-contest/#//
Payments would require action from Congress.
$2K tariff rebates: Trump outlines when proposed checks could be sent out
Trump previously said “a dividend of at least $2,000 a person” funded by U.S. tariff revenue would be sent out.
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November 23, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Payments would require action from Congress.
Help us reach our goal for the Central Texas Food Bank! Learn how you can donate: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
2025 Friendsgiving Challenge: Help fight food insecurity in Central Texas
The Friendsgiving Challenge is back for another year, and we need your help combatting food insecurity in Central Texas.
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November 23, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Help us reach our goal for the Central Texas Food Bank! Learn how you can donate: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
The lawsuit alleges that Sigma Chi hazed the pledge, which not only scarred him physically but also caused him severe psychological and emotional distress. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/ut-sigma-chi-fraternity-sued-over-death-of-18-year-old-due-to-hazing/
UT, Sigma Chi Fraternity sued over death of 18-year-old due to hazing
The parents of an 18-year-old freshman pledge are suing the University of Texas at Austin and the Alpha Nu Chapter of Sigma Chi Fraternity because of the role they played in their son committing su…
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November 23, 2025 at 12:15 AM
The lawsuit alleges that Sigma Chi hazed the pledge, which not only scarred him physically but also caused him severe psychological and emotional distress. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/ut-sigma-chi-fraternity-sued-over-death-of-18-year-old-due-to-hazing/
Despite the recall, Jeni’s said no reports of adverse reactions had been reported.
Jeni’s ice cream product recalled over potentially life-threatening allergen: What to know
A batch of Jeni’s ice cream bars may have been contaminated with wheat and soy ingredients from a separate product, according to the company.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Despite the recall, Jeni’s said no reports of adverse reactions had been reported.
The Northern Stitches will eventually be two decks on top of the highway between 41st Street and the Red Line rail crossing.
https://www.kxan.com/traffic/traffic-projects/i-35-expansion-project/were-really-energized-city-holds-open-house-on-i-35-northern-stitches-for-cap-and-stitch-project/
https://www.kxan.com/traffic/traffic-projects/i-35-expansion-project/were-really-energized-city-holds-open-house-on-i-35-northern-stitches-for-cap-and-stitch-project/
November 22, 2025 at 9:15 PM
The Northern Stitches will eventually be two decks on top of the highway between 41st Street and the Red Line rail crossing.
https://www.kxan.com/traffic/traffic-projects/i-35-expansion-project/were-really-energized-city-holds-open-house-on-i-35-northern-stitches-for-cap-and-stitch-project/
https://www.kxan.com/traffic/traffic-projects/i-35-expansion-project/were-really-energized-city-holds-open-house-on-i-35-northern-stitches-for-cap-and-stitch-project/
UT said it was aware of the lawsuit.
Former UTPD chief sues university, claims ‘purge of female employees’
The former chief of police at the University of Texas Police Department has filed a civil lawsuit against UT Austin and the university system for being “fired without cause.”
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November 22, 2025 at 6:15 PM
UT said it was aware of the lawsuit.
The proposal is expected to help connect almost 243,000 unserved and underserved homes, businesses and institutions across Texas.
$1.3B proposal approved to expand high-speed internet access in Texas
After federal government approval, a $1.3 billion proposal in Texas is set to help provide high-speed internet access statewide.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The proposal is expected to help connect almost 243,000 unserved and underserved homes, businesses and institutions across Texas.
Tell us about an inspiring, influential woman in your life. Does she make a positive impact on others and have a moving story?
Use this submission form to nominate her for our Central Texas Remarkable Women contest.
Use this submission form to nominate her for our Central Texas Remarkable Women contest.
Texas’ Remarkable Women for 2026
KXAN wants to recognize the great contributions women have made to our nation and local communities. Remarkable Women is part of a nationwide Nexstar Media initiative to honor the influence that wo…
www.kxan.com
November 22, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Tell us about an inspiring, influential woman in your life. Does she make a positive impact on others and have a moving story?
Use this submission form to nominate her for our Central Texas Remarkable Women contest.
Use this submission form to nominate her for our Central Texas Remarkable Women contest.
The U.S. Border Patrol is monitoring millions of American drivers nationwide in a secretive program to identify and detain people whose travel patterns it deems suspicious.
Secretive Border Patrol program is detaining US citizens for ‘suspicious’ travel
The U.S. Border Patrol is monitoring millions of American drivers nationwide in a secretive program to identify and detain people whose travel patterns it deems suspicious, The Associated Press has…
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November 22, 2025 at 12:15 PM
The U.S. Border Patrol is monitoring millions of American drivers nationwide in a secretive program to identify and detain people whose travel patterns it deems suspicious.
The area round wraps up with a handful of games Saturday, but the bulk of them were played Friday. Here are the scores:
Texas high school football playoffs: Scores for Friday, Nov. 21
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Lake Travis advanced in the Class 6A-Division I playoffs with a gritty 13-7 win over San Antonio Brennan in an area round playoff game Friday at Matador Stadium in Seguin. The Caval…
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November 22, 2025 at 5:12 AM
The area round wraps up with a handful of games Saturday, but the bulk of them were played Friday. Here are the scores:
Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 can cause neurological disease, respiratory disease and pregnant mares to abort their pregnancy, experts say. https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/texas-rodeo-industry-on-edge-after-horse-herpes-outbreak/
November 22, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 can cause neurological disease, respiratory disease and pregnant mares to abort their pregnancy, experts say. https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/texas-rodeo-industry-on-edge-after-horse-herpes-outbreak/