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San Marcos officials say gated access pilot improved river safety, cleanliness, and reduced crowds
SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) — San Marcos city staff members said managed access points along the San Marcos River helped keep it cleaner, safer and less crowded during peak summer months. The river had its busiest year in 2024, and city staff said there were no signs of crowds slowing down, according to previous KXAN…
Read MoreFire contained at SOCO More Home Slice Pizza
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Firefighters were called to More Home Slice Pizza on South Congress Avenue Sunday evening after reports of smoke coming from the building. In a post on X, the Austin Fire Department said crews arrived at the restaurant, located at 1421 S Congress Ave., around 7:20 p.m. and found a fire near the…
Read MoreAbbott: 'Texas is targeting professors' over 'leftist ideologies'
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) said Sunday that his state is targeting professors pushing “leftist ideologies” as he shared news of the latest college educator allegedly fired over their beliefs. In a post on social media, Abbott shared an Axios article about a University of Texas professor, Art Markman, who said the school’s leadership dismissed…
Read MoreWhy Louis Tomlinson Says He Will “Never Really Accept” Liam Payne’s Death
“I am absolutely devastated about the passing of my amazing friend, Liam,” Niall wrote in a lengthy Instagram statement. “It just doesn’t feel real. Liam had an energy for life and a passion for work that was infectious. He was the brightest in every room and always made everyone feel happy and secure.” The “Slow…
Read MoreMiranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel’s Surprising Screen Time Rule for 4 Kids Revealed
Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel are keeping screens out of the picture. The model revealed that she and the Snapchat founder have very specific rules when it comes to screen time for their sons Hart, 7, Myles, 6, and Pierre, 19 months, as well as Miranda’s son Flynn, 14, whom she shares with ex-husband Orlando…
Read MoreWhy Jessica Simpson Is “Into Younger Men” After Eric Johnson Breakup
Jessica Simpson is sharing a little bit of what she’s looking for. After announcing her split from Eric Johnson earlier this year, the “With You” singer isn’t shying away from details about her dating life—and what she may find irresistible. “I think I’m into younger men at the moment,” Jessica told Extra Oct. 16. “When you’re…
Read MoreInside Khloe Kardashian’s Epic Pre-Halloween Party
Khloe Kardashian is showcasing her spook-tacular hosting skills. Ahead of Halloween, the 41-year-old held her “annual pumpkin-decorating party” at her Hidden Hills home. And in true Kardashian fashion, Khloe went all out for the occasion, which included having multiple decorating stations for kids to create slime, phone cases, picture frames, custom jewelry boxes and more. (They…
Read MoreFormula 1, COTA extend partnership through 2034
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The United States Grand Prix has extended its contract with Circuit of The Americas, according to COTA. An official social media page for COTA said the U.S. Grand Prix would remain on the calendar until 2034. RELATED | Travis County clears the way for F1 to stay in Austin until 2034 Bobby…
Read MoreTexas voters to decide on 17 amendments starting Monday
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Starting Monday, Texans can head to the polls to vote on 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution — decisions that could reshape tax policy, education funding, infrastructure investment, and more. Since Texas adopted its current constitution in 1876, it has been amended 530 times. Historically, three-fourths of proposed amendments have been…
Read MoreHow Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist’s Split Got So Thorny
Jenn Tran & Devin Strader Status: Split During the season 21 finale of The Bachelorette, it looked like The Bachelor alum Jenn Tran was finally getting her happy ending with her final pick Devin Strader. But Jenn revealed on After the Final Rose back in September 2024 that Devin gave her the cold shoulder as…
Read MoreLonghorns tally season low in rushing, passing yards against Kentucky
This story is part of the KXAN Data Hub, where numbers help tell the whole story.We’ve created several data-driven stories and databases on topics including weather and climate, politics, education, sports and growth in Texas. Each story in the KXAN Data Hub is updated as new data becomes available. .anchor_me { position: relative; } .anchor_me…
Read MoreShipley kicks 45-yard FG in OT to lift No. 21 Texas to 16-13 win at Kentucky
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Mason Shipley kicked a 45-yard field goal in overtime and No. 21 Texas beat Kentucky 16-13 on Saturday night. Shipley also kicked a 39-yard field goal with a minute remaining to give the Longhorns (5-2, 2-1 Southeastern Conference) a 13-10 lead. Kentucky (2-4, 0-4) tied the score at 13-all on Jacob…
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