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Landowner faulting Travis County over environmental concerns in closed landfill
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The landowner of a closed landfill off U.S. Highway 290 is aiming to take legal action against Travis County over its “substantial endangerment to the environment and the public” of the management of the property according to a notice of intent (NOI) to Travis County. Travis County operated this landfill from 1968…
Read MoreLalo Schifrin, composer of the 'Mission: Impossible' theme, dies at 93
(AP) – Lalo Schifrin, the composer who wrote the endlessly catchy theme for “Mission: Impossible” and more than 100 other arrangements for film and television, died Thursday. He was 93. Schifrin’s son Ryan confirmed that Schifrin died due to complications from pneumonia. He died peacefully in his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family. The Argentine won…
Read MoreDolly Parton's first Nashville hotel set to open in 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — She’s a country music icon, philanthropist and now the host of your next stay in Nashville. Visitors to Music City soon will be able to check in and experience southern hospitality the “Dolly way.” Dolly Parton’s first Nashville venue, named the SongTeller Hotel, is set to open in spring 2026. General…
Read MoreAPD searching for possible suspects after victim allegedly assaulted at south Austin homeless encampment
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department is searching for any possible suspects who may be known to frequent a homeless encampment in south Austin after a report of an aggravated assault that happened earlier this month. The alleged assault happened on June 3 the homeless encampment, located in the 1000 block of West Ben…
Read MoreGov. Greg Abbott sets Nov. 4 special election for open state Senate seat
(The Texas Tribune) — Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday set a special election for Nov. 4 to fill the Texas Senate seat vacated by Republican Kelly Hancock, who resigned from the Legislature earlier this month to become the acting state comptroller. The contest coincides with the state’s November uniform election, when voters across Texas will…
Read MoreMillie Bobby Brown shows off her toned, tan body in tiny string bikini during beach photo shoot
Millie Bobby Brown is having some fun in the sun. The “Stranger Things” star sizzled in her latest Instagram post as she showed off her tanned and toned body in a string bikini Friday. In a small carousel of photos, Brown struck a pose in a blue and green paisley-patterned bikini featuring white ruffled trim.…
Read MoreKylie Jenner Reveals a Screenshot From Her Love Island Group Chat With Hailey Bieber
Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner & More Arrive for Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sanchez’s Wedding Kylie Jenner got a text! After all, she’s trying to keep up with the Love Island USA bombshells. The Kardashians star revealed she’s been following all the action on the Peacock dating series as she shared a screenshot from a group…
Read MoreHiking Influencer Hannah Moody’s Cause of Death Revealed
Hannah Moody‘s cause of death has been revealed one month after her passing. The hiking influencer—who was found dead along a trail in Scottsdale, Ariz., last month—died on May 22 of “environmental heat exposure,” according to a report on the Maricopa County Medical Examiner’s Office’s website that was viewed by E! News. Her manner of…
Read MoreCapitol Context: Federal court upholds law cited in Gov. Abbott's THC ban
With the elections behind us, we’re shifting from providing you context from the campaign trail to context from the Texas State Capitol as the Texas legislature gets to work. Keep up with Capitol Context this legislative session as we examine bills being debated, the messages we’re hearing from elected leaders and how their votes impact…
Read MoreLauren Sánchez Details Small Diet Changes to Lose Weight Before Jeff Bezos Wedding
Lauren Sánchez is sharing how she prepared for her wedding to Jeff Bezos. The 55-year-old, who exchanged vows with the Amazon founder June 27 in Venice, Italy, revealed her secret to shedding three and a half pounds from her 5-foot-4 frame before her walk down the aisle: sticking to her regular fitness regime. “Some people…
Read MoreMarion Cotillard and Guillaume Canet Break Up After 18 Years
Marion Cotillard and Guillaume Canet are going their separate ways. The Oscar-winning actress and French actor-director, who starred together in the 2003 movie Love Me If You Dare, have broken up after nearly two decades together, according to their reps. “After 18 years together, Marion Cotillard and Guillaume Canet have decided to separate by mutual…
Read MoreHear North West Rap in Song With Diddy’s Son King Combs and Kanye “Ye” West
North West is following in her dad’s footsteps. The 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye “Ye” West made a rare appearance in her dad’s music by rapping on the bridge of “Lonely Roads,” his collaboration with Christian “King” Combs collaboration that was released June 27. In the song—which is an updated version of a…
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