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Measles Vaccination Rates Are Plummeting Across the U.S.
Childhood vaccination rates against measles, mumps, and rubella have been declining in much of the U.S. since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new study has found.The study,...
Following federal announcement, Gary Job Corps to close after 60 years
SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) – A large no-cost education and career technical training program in San Marcos will close after 60 years. Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra posted to...
Texas Education Agency extends Houston school district takeover through 2027
(The Texas Tribune) — The state takeover of the Houston Independent School District will continue for two more years, the Texas Education Agency announced Monday. Education Commissioner Mike Morath...
Recap Texas' 89th Legislative Session with KXAN
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — After 140 days, Texas' 89th Legislative Session closed Monday with state lawmakers passing over 1,000 bills. Senators and representatives filed 8,719 bills and 2,765 resolutions this...
These 5 KXAN investigations sparked bills landing on the Texas governor’s desk
AUSTIN (KXAN) – This session, Texas lawmakers filed around 50 bills sparked by or following KXAN investigations on a wide range of important topics from schools and health care...
Family Beef: Black’s and Terry Black’s barbecue feud still burning
In Texas’ state-designated BBQ capital, two legendary Lockhart families run the town’s most iconic barbecue joints as a rising star joins the scene — and all vie for coveted...
How to keep your dogs safe during summer heat
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- As we enter the summer season, it's important to be mindful of your furry friends. Meteorologist Tommy House sat down with Dr. Rena Carlson, who is...
Roof contractor urges homeowners to have roofs assessed for damage after Wednesday's hailstorm
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Local Austin roof repair business Quality Exteriors said that even if homeowners are not seeing leaks after the Wednesday hailstorm, their roofs may still be damaged. ...
Wimberley, Thrall advance to UIL baseball state title games at Dell Diamond
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Wimberley baseball advanced to its first state championship game in program history with a 2-0 sweep of Bridge City in the Class 4A Division II semifinals...
Medical cannabis expansion bill adds chronic pain patients, advances to Governor
AUSTIN (Nexstar) - With time running out in the legislative session, lawmakers reached a deal to expand the state's medical marijuana program. Sunday evening, both the House and Senate...
