Central Texas
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What to know about Texas’ affordability crisis and how candidates want to fix it
From groceries to childcare, Texans are spending more to live here. Here’s how much costs have risen, why it’s happening and what candidates are proposing to fix it.
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A Kyle teen documented 9/11’s impact on NYC students. Now his tapes are being preserved by the Library of Congress
Joseph Fenity of Kyle organized a trip to Manhattan to speak with students from Stuyvesant High School about their experiences and the impacts of 9/11.
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How to have a weekend jam-packed with adventure in Central Texas
From ziplining to kayaking to descending into a canyon, there’s no shortage of adventure in Central Texas. Our guide is highlighting some of the best.
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Bipartisan Mystic Alerts Act heads to House floor for full vote
The Mystic Alerts Act is heading to the full US House for approval. Here’s everything you need to know about the bipartisan bill.
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‘After the Flood’ explores stories of survival, loss, and recovery
A new podcast about last year’s harrowing July 4 floods will be released soon by PBS and The Texas Newsroom. Here’s what to know.
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After 79 years on the dial, KRUN-AM goes silent
KRUN-AM, AKA “Where Country Lives & Legends Last,” is officially off the air. Here’s everything you need to know.
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A tiny Texas town spent months battling an AI surveillance giant and won
They were relentless in their opposition to being watched.
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They left Texas to survive. Now Seattle is scrambling to keep up
Seattle may declare a civil emergency is response to the influx of LGBTQIA+ people moving to the city from Texas and other red states.
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Deep FEMA cuts leave Texas exposed as another hurricane season nears
With hurricane season nearing, FEMA cutbacks threaten Texas disaster response
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A new era begins for Amarillo’s most cherished amusement park
Wonderland Amusement Park is under new ownership for the first time in its 75-year history. Here’s what you need to know.
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Meet the Texas teams playing in March Madness
Texas has plenty of schools representing the state in the NCAA Tournament. Learn about the participants—and which teams to pick for your March Madness bracket.
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Kacey Musgraves returns to her Texas roots on ‘Middle of Nowhere’
Texas native Kacey Musgraves recently announced her latest album, “Middle of Nowhere.” Here’s what you need to know.
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Report: Texans lose billions to online scammers
Texas is one of the worst states in the nation for consumer fraud, according to a report from the Consumer Federation of America.
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Texas oil companies stand to profit from Iran war disruptions while consumers face higher gas prices
Texas’ status as the nation’s largest oil producer will partially insulate its residents from some gas price hikes, but it’s not immune to disruptions, experts say.
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Texas is again where the buffalo roam
Today, bison (commonly called “buffalo”) are once again thriving and providing for Indigenous people.
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Uber puts safety first with nationwide Women Preferences rollout
Uber recently launched a nationwide “Women’s Preferences” feature for riders and drivers to increase safety. Here’s what you need to know.
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Texas hemp businesses fear an uptick in police raids after more than 15 in the last two years
Attorneys for hemp businesses say the raids have hurt their revenue and reputation, while police said they’re necessary to root out products with illegal levels of THC.
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Do primary results signal a change in Texas politics?
Texas Republicans will return to the polls in May to select their candidate to run for the U.S. Senate.
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Your baby’s milestones deserve to be celebrated. Apparently, Whataburger and Buc-ee’s agree
Buc-ee’s and Whataburger both sell ABCs baby books, among other themed gifts. Which will you take home to show your brand loyalty?
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TXST’s Wittliff Collections celebrates its legacy with ’40 Objects’ exhibit
The “Spirit of the Wittliff in 40 Objects” exhibit includes items from Cormac McCarthy and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Here are all the details.
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7 Texas organizations to support during National Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month
National Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month seeks to bring awareness to a very real problem. Here’s how Texans can make a difference.
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Texas Tech researchers to develop statewide flood warning system
Texas Tech professors are developing a unique flood forecasting system for the state – and specifically for the Texas Hill Country.
