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West Lake Hills Recovers Stolen Jaguar XKSS

News Summary The West Lake Hills Police department successfully recovered a stolen Steve McQueen Tribute Jaguar XKSS that was taken…

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Austin Man Arrested for Attempted Firearm Smuggling into Mexico

News Summary Victor Hugo Diego-Avellaneda, 39, was arrested at Eagle Pass Port of Entry for attempting to smuggle firearms into…

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Austin City Council Evaluates Wildfire Prevention Funding

News Summary The Austin City Council is debating two proposals aimed at enhancing wildfire prevention funding amid growing community concerns.…

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Austin Faces Delays in Electric Vehicle Charger Funding

News Summary Austin is experiencing delays in the disbursement of federal funds for electric vehicle chargers, which could hinder the…

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Austin Schools Show Recovery in National Student Scores

News Summary The latest results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) reveal a positive turnaround in student scores…

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Severe Thunderstorms Cause Power Outages in Austin

News Summary Austin experienced severe thunderstorms early Thursday morning, resulting in significant power outages affecting thousands of residents. At the…

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Austin Community Reacts to Federal Grant Freeze

News Summary The freeze on federal grants announced by President Trump has sent shockwaves through Austin. Local leaders and community…

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Austin’s Fourth Homicide of 2025: Two Arrested After Shooting

News Summary Austin has witnessed its fourth homicide of 2025 as 19-year-old Victor Ekozeme was fatally shot on January 24.…

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Settlement Reached in Labor Trafficking Case Against Austin Eco Bilingual School

News Summary The Austin Eco Bilingual School has reached a $250,000 settlement in a labor trafficking lawsuit. Allegations of mismanagement,…

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Austin Man Faces Serious Charges for Smuggling Firearms into Mexico

News Summary A 39-year-old Austin man, Victor Hugo Diego-Avellaneda, faces serious charges after attempting to smuggle 47 firearms into Mexico.…

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