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CapMetro swears in first transit police officers
AUSTIN (KXAN) — CapMetro held a swearing-in ceremony for its first class of transit police officers Friday morning, where 12 members of the new force received their badges. "This...
Texas lawmakers passed a few housing bills this session. How will they impact housing prices?
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas continues to grow, which means housing affordability continues to be a problem for the state. With the end of Texas' 89th Legislative Session, what did...
Firefighter suffers heat-related injury following response at recycling business
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A firefighter suffered from heat exhaustion and had to be transported to the hospital by EMS following a large fire response at Red Rock Recycling in...
LIST: Pride month 2025 celebrations in and around Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — June is recognized as LGBTQ+ Pride month, commemorating the historic Stonewall Riots in New York, which marked a pivotal moment in the gay rights movement in...
Several southbound US 183 lanes closed over the weekend, here's why
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The 183 North Mobility Project announced on Thursday it would be temporarily closing three of the four southbound U.S. 183 main lanes this weekend from Hunters...
Midsummer Festival in Austin celebrates Swedish-American heritage
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Old Bakery and Emporium will hold its fourth annual midsummer festival, celebrating Swedish-American culture in Austin on Saturday. The Swedish holiday is called Midsommar, and...
As Fluoride Bans Spread, Who Will Be Hit the Hardest?
Cavities and dental costs are at risk of skyrocketing as a growing number of states consider banning the use of fluoride in public water—and children from low-income households are...
The Worst Thing to Say to Someone Who’s Depressed
Researchers still don’t understand what, exactly, causes depression. But what is clear is this: It doesn’t have anything to do with waking up and simply choosing not to appreciate...
Hays Co. building evacuated due to suspicious package
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- On Friday afternoon, Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra said the public safety building on Stagecoach Road had been evacuated due to a suspicious package. A public...
'More than just a runway show'; Art Bra spotlights breast cancer survivors, education
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- This weekend, a runway show described as "a fusion of opulence and artistry" will spotlight more than just fashion. Art Bra Austin aims to pay tribute...
Kind Clinic celebrates 10th anniversary in Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) — This Pride month, local LGBTQ+ and HIV prevention nonprofit Texas Health Action celebrates a decade of service to the Austin community through its Kind Clinic. Kind...
Austin City Council decides on airport art plans
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Austin city council signed off on artwork plans for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport during a meeting Thursday. After public outcry that Austin artists were not involved...