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TONIGHT AT 10: 7-year-old boy raising money for the border wall. Hear from his family only on CBS Austin

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HAPPENING NOW: TCSO confirms multiple boats are in distress and sinking on Lake Travis for the "Trump Boat Parade" At this time, there is not a confirmed amount of boats that are experiencing issues on the lake.

Multiple boats sink during Trump Boat Parade on Lake Travis

A parade for President Donald Trump gets dicey when multiple boats sink on Lake Travis. According to first responders, nobody was injured. At around 2:50 p. m. the TCSO confirmed via tweet that they...

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These are 17 of the 19 children identified by loved ones from Tuesday's tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Officials now say all of the victims were in the same fourth-grade classroom at Robb Elementary School. INFO:

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HEARTBREAKING: This is 68-year-old Adeliado Berna Beurias. Police say he was selling ice cream in North Austin when he was shot by three men trying to rob him. He died from his injuries yesterday.

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Sen. Ted Cruz is leading the charge in the Senate, which would limit members in the House to three two-year terms and the Senate to two six-year terms. Cruz says "rise of political careerism in today's Congress” isn’t what the nation’s founders intended.

Republicans introduce amendment to set term limits on Congress

WASHINGTON (SBG) — A group of Republican lawmakers introduced an amendment Monday that would set term limits on members of Congress. The amendment is being led in the House by South Carolina Rep....

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"My mother told me to dress for the job that you want to have, and that's why I'm here today - because I would like to be the CEO of Austin Energy." Public comments at the Austin City Council meeting start with criticism of storm response. MORE INFO:

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WATCH: Water is pouring into the halls at the Texas State Capitol, as heavy rain prompts flash flood warnings across Central Texas. Video courtesy: Sloan Byerly

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Richard Overton is an American treasure. Happy 112th Birthday!

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A group of Republican senators, led by Ted Cruz, is planning to object to the certification of election results unless there is an emergency 10-day audit.

GOP senators to seek emergency audit of election results

WASHINGTON (SBG) — A group of Republican senators is planning to object to the certification of election results unless there is an emergency 10-day audit. The effort is being led by Texas Sen. Ted...

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Trans women will be barred from participating in college athletics based on their gender identity after Governor Greg Abbott signed into law a measure requiring college athletes to participate in sports based on the gender on their birth certificate.

Abbott signs 'Save Women's Sports' bill into law, as LGBTQ advocates criticize legislative session

Trans women will be barred from participating in college athletics based on their gender identity, after Governor Greg Abbott signed into law a measure requirin

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Would you vote for Beto?

Beto O'Rourke considering run for Texas governor

Former El Paso congressman Beto O’Rourke is considering running for Texas governor in 2022. O’Rourke was a guest on the KLAQ Buzz Adam Morning Show on Thursday when he said he was thinking about the...

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Russian President Vladimir Putin fell down the stairs and soiled himself at his official residence, a report claims

Putin soiled himself after falling down stairs, report claims

Russian President Vladimir Putin fell down the stairs and soiled himself, a report claims.

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BREAKING NEWS: Democrat @BetoORourke announces he's running for Texas governor, challenging current Republican Gov. @GregAbbott_TX in a clash of two of Texas' biggest politicians.

Beto O'Rourke says he's running for Texas governor

"Beto O’Rourke says he’s running for Texas governor" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public...

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UPDATE: Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation Thursday granting a full pardon to U.S. Army Sergeant Daniel Perry, who was convicted of murdering a Black Lives Matter protester in 2020.

Gov. Abbott pardons Daniel Perry following Texas Parole Board recommendation

Gov. Abbott pardoned Army Sgt. Daniel Perry, convicted of killing a BLM protester in 2020, after the TX parole board unanimously recommended it.

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NEW TONIGHT: In a historic move, the Austin Independent School District voted unanimously Thursday night to give teachers and staff a significant pay raise.

Austin ISD approves 'historic' pay raise for all teachers and staff

In a historic move, the Austin Independent School District votes Thursday night to give all employees a significant pay raise.

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H-E-B announced today that masks will be required at all of their locations, even cities or counties where masks are not currently required

H-E-B will require masks at all locations, even locations in cities where not required

SAN ANTONIO - H-E-B announce Tuesday that masks will be required at all of their locations, even cities or counties where masks are not currently required. H-E-B released this statement: "Over 85% of...

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Senator Ted Cruz introduces term limit constitutional amendment

U. S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) is leading a new push to impose term limits on Capitol Hill. He's working with U. S. Representative Francis Rooney (R-Florida) on the proposed constitutional amendm...

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Fauci said the Biden administration “will cease the drawdown of U.S. staff seconded to the WHO” and resume “regular engagement” with WHO. “The United States also intends to fulfil its financial obligations to the organization,” he added.

Fauci lays out Biden's support for WHO after Trump criticism

GENEVA (AP) — President Joe Biden’s top medical adviser on COVID-19, Dr. Anthony Fauci, on Thursday announced renewed U. S. support for the World Health Organization after it faced blistering...

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A high school volleyball player who suffered severe head and neck injuries resulting in long-term concussion symptoms after a transgender girl spiked a ball in her face is now speaking out publicly for the first time.

Injured volleyball player speaks out after alleged transgender opponent spiked ball at her

Payton McNabb indicated that to this day she is still recovering from her injuries and continues to face other health struggles as a result of the incident.

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In Pflugerville, Texas House Representative Sheryl Cole tweeted the Biden bus was supposed to make a stop there with the Austin Young Democrats but she wrote they, too, had to cancel due to security reasons

Biden campaign cancels Austin rally; Trump supporters reportedly harass bus on I-35

AUSTIN, Texas (KEYE) — The Biden-Harris Bus made a brief appearance in Downtown Austin at 11th and Lavaca on Friday. Texas Democrats were hoping to host speakers like Congressman Lloyd Doggett, Wendy...

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UPDATE: The Travis County Sheriff’s Office confirms several boats along the 'Trump Boat Parade' sank on Lake Travis

Multiple boats sink during Trump Boat Parade on Lake Travis

A parade for President Donald Trump gets dicey when multiple boats sink on Lake Travis. According to first responders, nobody was injured. At around 2:50 p. m. the TCSO confirmed via tweet that they...

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JUST IN: Gov. Greg Abbott gives an update on the school shooting in Uvalde. INFO:

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The Travis County Clerk’s Office announced Wednesday that it will hold free wedding ceremonies on June 26 to celebrate Pride month and the eighth anniversary of Marriage Equality.

Travis County Clerk's Office offering free wedding ceremonies June 26 to celebrate Pride

The Travis County Clerk’s Office announced Wednesday that it will hold free wedding ceremonies on June 26 to celebrate Pride month and the eighth anniversary of

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JUST IN: Rest in peace, Mr. Overton. Thank you for your service.

Richard Overton, America's oldest WWII veteran, dies at 112

Richard Overton, once the nation's oldest living World War II veteran, has died. He was 112. Earlier this month, he was hospitalized with pneumonia. His family says he died from complications from...

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DON'T EAT IT: People who took food from dumpsters at an H-E-B in Southeast Austin are being warned not to eat it. INFO:

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BREAKING: After Walmart sells out of their current handgun inventory, they won't sell anymore. They'll also ask customers not to open carry firearms, even in states like Texas, where it's legal.

Walmart to stop selling handgun ammunition

NEW YORK (AP) -- Walmart says it will discontinue the sale of handgun ammunition and also publicly request that customers refrain from openly carrying firearms in stores even where state laws allow...

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BREAKING: Proposition A, the $7 billion project to expand bus and rail lines across Austin, has been approved by voters

Austin voters approve $7 billion Prop A transit project

Proposition A, the $7 billion project to expand bus and rail lines across Austin, has been approved by voters. The massive undertaking, Project Connect, promises to beef up mass transit and cut down...

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Truck driver Danny Guerrero has traveled 4 million miles for H-E-B with no crashes or traffic violations

H-E-B truck driver honored for driving 4 million miles without any accidents or tickets

H-E-B is honoring one of its drivers who's put in a lot of miles for the company over the years with no accidents. Truck driver Danny Guerrero has traveled 4 million miles for H-E-B with no crashes...

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A panel featuring Meghan the Duchess of Sussex came together on International Women's Day to discuss how women and mothers are portrayed in traditional media and across social media, among other issues.

Duchess of Sussex, others on SXSW panel discuss issues affecting women and mothers

A panel featuring Meghan the Duchess of Sussex came together on International Women's Day to discuss how women and mothers are portrayed in traditional media an

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As November draws closer campaign season is heating up. Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke took the stage at a rally in Pflugerville Thursday night, one of two rallies the same day.

Beto O'Rourke campaigns in Pflugerville, Lampasas

As November draws closer campaign season is heating up. Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke took the stage at a rally in Pflugerville Thursda

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President Trump quoted Debbie Dingell as saying, “Thank you so much. John would be so thrilled. He's looking down.” Then he added: "I said, 'That's OK. Don't worry about it.' Maybe he's looking up. I don't know."

Trump takes swipe at late Michigan lawmaker, upsetting widow

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (AP) — President Donald Trump took a swipe at the late Rep. John Dingell during his raucous impeachment-day rally on Wednesday, drawing a quick rebuke from the longtime Michigan...

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NEW: We obtained a photo of the alleged Uvalde Elementary School shooter, 18-year-old Salvador Ramos. According to Gov. Abbott, he was killed by law enforcement at the scene. INFO:

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Although Gov. Abbott is ending the statewide mask mandate, @heb isn’t changing theirs

H-E-B will continue enforcing mask mandates for employees, vendors

SAN ANTONIO – Although the governor is ending the statewide mask mandate, H-E-B isn’t changing much. We asked the Texas-based grocer if it would follow Gov. Greg Abbott’s order starting next Wednes...

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JUST IN: Gov. Abbott has banned vaccine passports in Texas.

Gov. Abbott issues executive order banning 'vaccine passports'

AUSTIN (WOAI/KABB) — Texas is following Florida's lead in banning "vaccine passports. " Gov. Greg Abbott announced Tuesday that he's issued an Executive Orderbanning state agencies or political...

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JUST IN: Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Twitter Saturday that he is working to pardon Daniel Perry, who was found guilty of murdering a Black Lives Matter protestor in 2020.

Gov. Abbott working to pardon man convicted in fatal shooting at 2020 protest

Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Twitter Saturday that he is working to pardon Daniel Perry, who was found guilty of murdering a Black Lives Matter protestor in 20

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YIKES! No, this isn't a scene from season 3 of "Stranger Things," it's lighting from last night's storms captured by Keeton Field!

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Texas senator Ted Cruz introduced new legislation to improve kindergarten through twelfth grade learning loss from the pandemic.

Ted Cruz introduces new legislation to combat COVID-19 learning loss

Texas senator Ted Cruz introduced new legislation to improve kindergarten through twelfth grade learning loss from the pandemic.

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The bill would make it illegal to display "a firearm while attending or within 500 feet of a public demonstration." Would you like to see this passed?

Proposed Texas bill would make it illegal to display guns at public demonstrations

A new bill proposed in the Texas Legislature would make the display of a firearm at a public demonstration illegal. Texas Sen. Sarah Eckhardt made the proposal in Senate Bill 311. That bill would...

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Texas Democrats were hoping to host speakers like Congressman Lloyd Doggett, Wendy Davis and Austin Mayor Steve Adler but said they canceled the event so not to take away attention from vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris.

Biden campaign cancels Austin rally; Trump supporters reportedly harass bus on I-35

AUSTIN, Texas (KEYE) — The Biden-Harris Bus made a brief appearance in Downtown Austin at 11th and Lavaca on Friday. Texas Democrats were hoping to host speakers like Congressman Lloyd Doggett, Wendy...

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BREAKING: A federal judge ruled Wednesday that Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order prohibiting mask mandates in schools violates the Americans with Disabilities Act — freeing local officials to again create their own rules. (Via @TexasTribune )

TX schools can again set face mask rules after federal judge overrules Gov. Abbott's ban

*Editor's Note* This story's headline has been edited for length"Texas schools can again set their own face mask rules after federal judge overrules Gov. Greg Abbott's ban" was first published by The...

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BREAKING: Dallas ISD says it will require students and staff to wear masks when on district property despite Gov. Abbott's ban.

Dallas ISD to mandate masks effective August 10

The Dallas Independent School District announced it will temporarily require all staffstudents and visitors to wear masks when on district property effective Tuesday, August 10. School officials said...

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BOOKING PHOTO: Ryan Faircloth, 30, has been arrested and charged for the arson incident at the Travis County Democratic Party office in East Austin

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Four arrests have been made in the case where a dead longhorn was placed outside of an OSU fraternity in December. The cow was found on the eve of the Big 12 Championship game, in which OSU was playing against the Texas Longhorns.

Four Oklahoma State fraternity members arrested for longhorn carcass prank in Stillwater

Four arrests have been made in the case where a dead longhorn was placed outside of an OSU fraternity in December.

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Troops with the Texas National Guard have been deployed to El Paso to help with the morgue crisis, according to the Texas Division of Emergency Management.

Texas National Guard troops deployed to El Paso to help with morgue crisis

Troops with the Texas National Guard have been deployed to El Paso to help with the morgue crisis, according to the Texas Division of Emergency Management. “After completing an assessment of the...

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PHOTOS: The group put up billboards for the following lawmakers: Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX), Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO), Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Rep. Mo Brooks (R-AL), Rep. Madison Cawthorn (R-NC) and Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH).

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After a cold front sent temps plummeting in Central Texas, a line of vehicles waits for air pressure checks at Discount Tire off Burnet and Braker🚗🛞🌡️

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The Texas House of Representatives has approved a bill banning transgender children from playing school sports of the gender with which they identify on Thursday.

Battle over transgender youth sports ban finally takes place on Texas House floor

AUSTIN, Texas (KEYE) — The Texas House of Representatives has approved a bill banning transgender children from playing school sports of the gender with which they identify on Thursday. State...

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AUSTIN MAYOR APOLOGIZES: Over 100,000 Austin Energy customers are still without electricity. "As mayor I accept responsibility on behalf of the city. And I apologize that we let people down in Austin.," Mayor Kirk Watson said. MORE:

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Sen. Ted Cruz says he has asked the FTC to begin investigating crowdfunding platform GoFundMe, after it shut down a fundraiser for a convoy of Canadian truckers protesting vaccine mandates

Ted Cruz requests investigation into GoFundMe after fundraiser shutdown

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, says he has asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to begin investigating crowdfunding platform GoFundMe, after it shut down a fundraiser for a convoy of Canadian truckers...

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The TCSO says calls were made about boats along the entire route of the parade, some of the locations include: Paradise Cove, Emerald Point and West Beach.

Multiple boats sink during Trump Boat Parade on Lake Travis

A parade for President Donald Trump gets dicey when multiple boats sink on Lake Travis. According to first responders, nobody was injured. At around 2:50 p. m. the TCSO confirmed via tweet that they...

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Across Texas, students walked out of class in an act of protest. They're demanding action when it comes to stopping gun violence.

Round Rock ISD students join statewide walkout demanding action to end gun violence

Across Texas, students walked out of class in an act of protest. They're demanding action when it comesto stopping gun violence.CBS Austin heard from students

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Edgar Valdez Villarreal, the former Texas high school football player known as "La Barbie" was arrested in Mexico in 2010

Alleged top Mexican drug cartel leader to be sentenced

ATLANTA (AP) A former Texas high school football player who authorities say rose to the top ranks of a Mexican drug cartel is set to be sentenced on drug and money laundering charges.Edgar Valdez...

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JUST IN: Austin Police will no longer arrest/ticket individuals for marijuana possession

Austin Police will no longer arrest/ticket individuals for marijuana possession

(KEYE) – City officials say Austin Police officers will no longer arrest or issue tickets to people for marijuana possession. According to a city memo, “APD will no longer cite or arrest individuals...

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Texas League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is demanding resignation or removal of Senator Ted Cruz for inciting acts of sedition.

Texas LULAC demands resignation/removal of Senator Ted Cruz for inciting acts of sedition

Texas League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is demanding resignation or removal of Senator Ted Cruz for inciting acts of sedition. Rodolfo Rosales Jr. , Director of the largest delegation...

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NEW: Austin Police say the suspect in a shooting that left 3 people dead is Stephen Nicholas Broderick, and he's still on the run

VIDEO: Ex-deputy accused of killing 3 in Austin taken into custody in Manor

Three people were killed in a shooting in Northwest Austin on Sunday morning. And, after hours on the run, the suspect--who is former law enforcement--was taken into custody on Monday morning. The...

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BREAKING: APD Interim Chief Joseph Chacon says the shooting suspect is tentatively identified as Stephen Nicholas Broderick. Police are putting out his name in hopes the public can help locate him. They are concerned he could potentially take a hostage while evading police.

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31-year-old Deonte Lee Rogers was wanted for shooting at officers while they attempted to serve a federal arrest warrant for a probation violation. The shooting happened on August 25th at an apartment complex along Manor Road in East Austin.

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WEDNESDAY: @BetoORourke to appear on @colbertlateshow

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“The governor goes back and forth based on whether he has to satisfy Trump or listen to the numbers," Popovich said. "No overall policy, no principle. It’s all about politics. It’s all about what’s good for them and ‘them’ mostly means Trump."

'They're all cowards,' Popovich takes aim at Gov. Abbott, state leaders

The State of Texas is going through its worst time dealing with the coronavirus pandemic as case numbers climb and San Antonio Spurs' Gregg Popovich isn't too pleased with state leadership. During...

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Austin again named number 1 place to live in the US

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The protesters, part of a Jewish group called Never Again Action, say an ICE guard ran them over with his truck and others pepper-sprayed them

2 hurt when pickup drives through immigration protest in Rhode Island

PROVIDENCE, R. I. (AP) -- Rhode Island's attorney general and state police launched investigations Thursday after a truck drove through a group protesting federal immigration policies at a detention...

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LIVE BREAKING NEWS: FBI on the scene of officer-involved shooting on I-35 in Round Rock.

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Texas Democrats have asked the Justice Department to investigate the actions that led to the violent attack on the U.S. Capitol, specifically Ted Cruz's "false narratives and violent speeches leading up to insurrectionist attack on Congress."

Texas Democrats also call on Sen. Ted Cruz to resign over 'inciting treason and sedition'

The Texas Democratic Party is calling upon Senator Ted Cruz to resign for "seeking to overturn the 2020 electoral vote," joining several other prominent Texas politicians and activist groups. Texas...

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Hero tackles fleeing drunk driver who killed Texas cop in crash. #hero #texas #dwi

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A group is out at the Far West Blvd/MoPac overpass to show opposition to the anti-Semitic banner that was put over the bridge earlier this week

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BREAKING: Missing Austin mother Heidi Broussard has been found dead in Houston, and her infant baby Margot was found alive, according to reports. A car at home where they were found registered to one of Heidi's best friends.

Friend of Austin mom found dead facing charges in connection to her disappearance

CBS Austin has confirmed with those close to the investigation police have a woman in custody related to the case surrounding missing Austin mom Heidi Broussard and her infant daughter, Margo Carey....

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“I just hope that, if Attorney General [Ken] Paxton comes to our game, probably not, but if he does, I hope he wears a mask. Because he’s going to be asked to leave and that would be interesting wouldn’t it?” Popovich said

Popovich says anyone not wearing masks, even Ken Paxton, will be escorted out of games

SAN ANTONIO – Fans are allowed back to the AT&T Center to see the Spurs in action, but they will be required to wear a mask. “It’s very, very significant for us to have them back,” Spurs coach Greg...

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Andrew Yang could be the underdog to watch in 2020

Democratic candidate Andrew Yang's supporters are unmistakable. They celebrate nerdiness, sport blue hats and signs with the acronym MATH, a reference to Yang's campaign slogan, "Make America Think...

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BREAKING: Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles unanimously recommends pardon for Daniel Perry, convicted of murdering BLM protester in 2020. Governor Abbott to make final decision.

Gov. Abbott pardons Daniel Perry following Texas Parole Board recommendation

Gov. Abbott pardoned Army Sgt. Daniel Perry, convicted of killing a BLM protester in 2020, after the TX parole board unanimously recommended it.

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WHAT DO YOU THINK? Would you like to see marijuana use legalized in Texas?

Officials and veterans look to 2021 as possible medical marijuana expansion in Texas

Compassionate use of marijuana is legal in Texas but it’s limited as to who exactly can use it. Advocates and one of your state senators are hoping they can help expand the program to allow more...

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These terrible, terrible billboards were spotted in Oklahoma City by our sister station @OKCFOX 😡

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UPDATE: The San Marcos City Council approved on Tuesday the construction of a 74,000-square-foot Buc-ee's travel center along Interstate 35, just south of Yarrington Road.

San Marcos Council approves new Buc-ee's development along I-35

San Marcos to vote on a new Buc-ee’s; $50M project with 175 jobs.

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BRIDGE COLLAPSE! The FM 2900 bridge over the Llano River in Kingsland has COLLAPSED in the river due to flooding

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Texas Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Beto O'Rourke is in Austin visiting polling places during early voting. MORE:

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Jester King Brewery announced on Monday that it will be hosting a booster shot event in partnership with Austin Public Health where free beer will be given in exchange.

Jester King Brewery to give away free beer for booster shots this Friday

Jester King Brewery announced on Monday that it will be hosting a booster shot event in partnership with Austin Public Health to help with the efforts to fight against the surge in new COVID-19...

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APD: Tyler, The Creator's mugshot photo. He is charged with inciting a riot at SXSW. Bond set at $25,000. http://t.co/R2qn1p1F5E

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JUST IN: Arrest made in Wednesday's arson incident at the Travis County Democratic Party office in East Austin. Press conference with more info planned at 4pm

Arrest made in arson incident at Travis County Democratic Party office

Law enforcement authorities say they have made an arrest in Wednesday's arson incident at theTravis County Democratic Party office in East Austin. A "Molotov cocktail" was thrown inside the office...

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H-E-B is joining other national retailers who have stopped selling products from MyPillow following the CEO's ongoing, baseless allegations of voter fraud.

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BREAKING: Dash cam video released of Leander ISD bus driving into a low water crossing last week

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U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has officially endorsed former Austin council member Greg Casar in his run for Congress for Texas' 35th Congressional District

AOC endorses Austin Council Member Greg Casar for Congress

U. S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has officially endorsed Austin Council Member Greg Casar in his run for Congress for Texas' 35th Congressional District. It was announced Monday afternoon via a...

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In Texas, we may not all have ice scrapers, but we sure have BBQ spatulas. Send your winter weather videos and photos here:

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BREAKING: Public colleges now added to locations under mandatory masking by Austin-Travis Co.

Austin-Travis Co. update masking order to include public colleges, effective immediately

The City of Austin and Travis County officials announced on Friday they have added public colleges to the list of locations under the mandatory masking orders. That list was released on Wednesday,...

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Starting September 1st, you'll need to be 21 to buy cigarettes, e-cigarettes and other tobacco products in Texas

Gov. Abbott signs bill raising smoking age in Texas to 21

On Friday, Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 21 into law, which prohibits the sale of cigarettes, e-cigarettes and other tobacco products to Texans younger than 21. The law, which will go into...

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"I'M SO F******* PROUD OF YOU GUYS!" An emotional @BetoORourke in his concession speech to @tedcruz drops an F-bomb on the El Paso crowd--to thunderous applause

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Texas senator Ted Cruz has an idea to fund President Trump's border wall. Just make Juaquín "El Chapo" Guzman pay for it.

Ted Cruz wants to pass 'El Chapo Act' to make notorious drug lord pay for border wall

Texas senator Ted Cruz has an idea to fund President Donald Trump's proposed border wall. Just makeJoaquín Guzmán Loera, also known as "El Chapo," pay for the wall. Cruz' Ensuring Lawful Collection...

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Kent Taylor will forgo his base salary, $525,000, and bonus through Jan. 7, 2021

Texas Roadhouse CEO gives up salary to pay front-line employees during COVID-19 outbreak

AUSTIN, Texas (CBS Austin) - The CEO of Texas Roadhouse restaurants is giving up his salary and bonus for the year in order to pay the chain's front line employees during the COVID-19 pandemic....

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A group of Texas doctors is calling on Governor Greg Abbott to rescind his executive order banning vaccine mandates.

Texas doctors ask governor to undo executive order banning vaccine mandates

A group of Texas doctors is calling on Governor Greg Abbott to rescind his executive order banning vaccine mandates. It was Monday that Abbott signed the order that prohibits even private businesses...

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Austin ISD said on Friday evening that parents WILL be informed of positive COVID-19 cases during the school year, despite the new guidance issued Thursday by the Texas Education Agency.

AISD says parents will be informed of positive COVID-19 cases, despite TEA guidelines

The Austin Independent School District said on Friday evening that parents will be informed of positive COVID-19 cases, despite the new guidance issued Thursday by the Texas Education Agency. TEA’s...

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UPDATE: According to Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, he asked Houston First to cancel the convention, who then sent a letter to the GOP saying they are canceling the event.

MAYOR: Houston GOP Convention has been canceled

HOUSTON - The Texas GOP Convention, originally set for next week, has been canceled. According to Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, he asked Houston First to cancel the convention, who then sent a...

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TEXAS STAYS RED: President Donald Trump has held on to win the Lone Star State #Election2020

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On Friday, Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into Dell Children’s Medical Center for allegedly performing illegal "gender-transitioning procedures" on minors.

AG Ken Paxton investigating Dell Children's for performing gender-transitioning procedures

On Friday, Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into Dell Children’s Medical Center for allegedly performing illegal "gender-transitioning pro

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The Portland City Council will consider an emergency resolution next week to consider a ban on goods and services from Texas, amid controversy over abortion rights.

Portland city council to consider ban on goods, services from Texas

The Portland City Council will consider an emergency resolution next week to consider a ban on goods and services from Texas, amid controversy over abortion rights. In a statement released on Friday,...

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Saturday morning he has approved the activation of 10 Texas A&M Task Force 1 personnel to assist with the recovery from storm damage in Kentucky

Abbott deploys Texas task force to help with recovery efforts in Kentucky

AUSTIN, Texas (WOAI/KABB) — Rescue teams from around the nation — including some from Texas — are joining together to help those affected by tornadoes that ran across several states Friday night,...

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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke rallied supporters in Downtown Austin Saturday night at Republic Square Park

'Texas is ready for a change': Beto O'Rourke makes campaign stop in Austin

AUSTIN, Texas - The race for Texas governor is on 11 months before Election Day 2022. Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke rallied supporters in Downtown Austin Saturday night at Republic...

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In a letter signed to Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency commissioner Mike Morath, 32 Texas House representatives are asking for them to reconsider and allow districts to offer fully-funded virtual learning and enforce masks in school.

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A new poll shows some Austin residents are opposed to a couple of big changes to Zilker Park. Over 80% of those polled say they do not want an amphitheater or parking garages within the park.

New poll shows 83% don't want an amphitheater or parking garages in Zilker Park

A new poll shows some Austin residents are opposed to a couple of big changes to Zilker Park. Over 80% of those polled say they do not want an amphitheater or p

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On Monday, P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced a new minimum wage of $15 per hour for all full-time employees.

P. Terry's Burger Stand announces $15 minimum wage

On Monday, P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced a new minimum wage of $15 per hour for all full-time employees. The wage increase went into effect at all 20 P. Terry’s Burger Stand locations, its...

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NEW VIDEO: As day breaks in Rockport, a look at the devastation from Hurricane Harvey

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“I cannot give up this platform to promote complacency and peace when there is a war on my body and a war on my rights. A war on the rights of your mothers, a war on the rights of your sisters, a war on the rights of your daughters. We cannot stay silent.”

Dallas valedictorian condemns state lawmakers for abortion ban during viral speech

DALLAS (AP) — A Dallas high school valedictorian scrapped a speech approved by her school administrators and delivered an abortion rights call in its place. Paxton Smith, the 2021 valedictorian at...

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Democrat Greg Casar becomes the first Latino representative ever sent from Austin to Congress after winning the election to the U.S. House of Texas' 35th Congressional District.

Democrat Greg Casar wins election to U.S. House in Texas' 35th Congressional District

Democrat Greg Casar won the election to U.S. House in Texas' 35th Congressional District.

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NEW: A majority of Texas voters support requiring masks at schools and indoor public places and allowing businesses to require their employees to be vaccinated, according to a new University of Texas/Texas Tribune poll. ( @TexasTribune )

Majority of Texans support COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandates, UT/TT poll says

"Majority of Texans support COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandates, UT/TT poll says" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and...

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