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Spaceballs 2: Mel Brooks, Keke Palmer and More Castings Revealed
Mel Brooks is heading back to the galaxy far, far away. The actor is set to reprise his role in a new Spaceballs movie, Amazon MGM Studios announced June 12. The film will be released in theatres in 2027, just in time for the original 1987 Star Wars parody film’s 40th anniversary. Mel teased his…
Read MoreSelena Gomez Shares Sister Gracie Elliot Teefey’s Nickname for Taylor Swift
Gracie Elliot Teefey calls Taylor Swift what she wants. Selena Gomez revealed her little sister’s adorable nickname for the “Cruel Summer” singer while paying tribute to the pre-teen for her 12th birthday. In a video shared to her Instagram Story June 12, Selena sat on a bed across from Gracie, who is holding a bowl…
Read MoreIsrael attacks Iran's capital with explosions booming across Tehran
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel attacked Iran’s capital early Friday, with explosions booming across Tehran as Israel said it targeted nuclear and military sites. The attack comes as tensions have reached new heights over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program. The Board of Governors at the International Atomic Energy Agency for the first time in 20 years…
Read MoreSafety concerns emerge as Tesla robotaxis prepare for launch
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — On a quiet street in the Mueller neighborhood of Austin Thursday, Tesla’s full self driving mode was put to the test — would it stop for the stop signs on a school bus and avoid hitting children crossing the road? Though the test was completed with child-sized manikins as opposed to real…
Read MoreNWS: Two separate EF-0 tornadoes in Hays County
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The National Weather Service has released the details for the Hays County tornadoes, their survey team confirming that the damage sustained south of Wimberley was the result of not one, but two EF-0 tornadoes. Hays County Tornadoes The tornadoes touched down very close to each other, the first being at 1:02 a.m.…
Read MoreHow Larsa Pippen’s Kids Convinced Her to End “Embarrassing” Marcus Jordan Relationship
Larsa Pippen is reflecting on her breakup with Marcus Jordan. During the season seven premiere of The Real Housewives of Miami, the 50-year-old shared how she was coping with her July 2024 split from Marcus, 34. “I’m kind of used to being alone now,” she told her mom Samira in the June 11 episode. “Especially…
Read MoreDad, pregnant mom & six kids huddle as tornado tears through neighborhood
HAYS COUNTY (KXAN) — Thursday, May 12 was supposed to be a day of celebration for Aaron Snow’s family. It’s his wife’s due date for their seventh child to be born. Then a tornado tore through their yard. Shortly after 1 a.m., weather radar showed rotation just west of San Marcos and the Summer Mountain…
Read MoreCharges dropped already for at least one person arrested at Monday's protest
Editor’s note: The above video is from our Tuesday night coverage. It includes video from a local independent livestreamer, who has since had his charges dropped. AUSTIN (KXAN) — As KXAN sought further context on the 13 people arrested during Monday’s ICE-related protests downtown, we learned the charges against a local independent livestreamer were dropped,…
Read MoreThis is why your water might taste like chlorine in Williamson County
AUSTIN (KXAN) — If your water tastes a little off, or it gives off a “chlorine-like” scent, have no fear. Three different towns in Williamson County are conducting “temporary disinfectant conversion,” including Round Rock, Georgetown and Liberty Hill, according to a spokesperson with the city of Round Rock. For Round Rock, Georgetown and Liberty Hill,…
Read MoreJacob's Well closed due to flooding after seeing 'the most rain in years'
WIMBERLEY, Texas (KXAN) – Jacob’s Well Natural Area closed to the public Thursday after minor flooding. The popular swimming hole has already been closed for the past three summers due to low flow. Before this week’s weather, the spring had zero flow. David Baker, executive director of the Watershed Association, arrived around 3 a.m. to…
Read MoreAir India Shares Details on Sole Survivor of Plane Crash
Air India has confirmed some tragic news. The airline, whose London-bound flight AI171 carrying 242 people crashed in the Indian city of Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff on June 12, confirmed that only one passenger on board survived the accident. “We regret to inform that, of the 242 aboard, there are 241 confirmed fatalities,” the company…
Read MoreAnnual economic development report highlights job creation and small business programs
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The city of Austin’s Economic Development Department (EDD) said it supported more than 27,000 jobs through its programs and services in 2024. The department said it organized its work last year around three pillars: Create and retain jobs Amplify creative industries Build equitable, accessible and affordable communities When it comes to creating…
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