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Austin Man Arrested for Attempted Firearm Smuggling into MexicoAustin Man Arrested for Attempted Firearm Smuggling into Mexico

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 FundingAustin City Council Evaluates Wildfire Prevention Funding

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 FundingAustin Faces Delays in Electric Vehicle Charger Funding

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 ScoresAustin Schools Show Recovery in National Student Scores

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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Austin Community Reacts to Federal Grant FreezeAustin Community Reacts to Federal Grant Freeze

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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Selena Gomez Responds to Trump’s Immigration PoliciesSelena Gomez Responds to Trump’s Immigration Policies

Selena Gomez Responds to Trump’s Immigration Policies

News Summary Following President Trump's immigration directive, Selena Gomez expressed her deep concern through an emotional video, which resonated with…

2 days ago
Austin Volunteers Tackle Homelessness with Heart and HustleAustin Volunteers Tackle Homelessness with Heart and Hustle

Austin Volunteers Tackle Homelessness with Heart and Hustle

News Summary Over 600 volunteers in Austin gathered early Sunday morning to conduct a biennial point-in-time count, addressing homelessness in…

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Confusion in Central Texas as Judge Blocks Grant FreezeConfusion in Central Texas as Judge Blocks Grant Freeze

Confusion in Central Texas as Judge Blocks Grant Freeze

News Summary A federal judge has intervened to block a federal grant freeze initiated by the Trump administration, providing temporary…

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Water Levels Drop at Lady Bird Lake Due to Dam MishapWater Levels Drop at Lady Bird Lake Due to Dam Mishap

Water Levels Drop at Lady Bird Lake Due to Dam Mishap

News Summary Austin faced unexpected water level declines at Lady Bird Lake after a malfunction at the Longhorn Dam. A…

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Austin Soprano Receives Grammy NominationsAustin Soprano Receives Grammy Nominations

Austin Soprano Receives Grammy Nominations

News Summary Sangeeta Kaur, a talented soprano from Austin, has garnered her second Grammy nomination for her album 'MYTHOLOGIES II'…

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