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Lone figure standing near the entrance of Suite B148 with neon strip mall and police cars reflecting off wet pavement
Posted inBreaking News Local News

Austin Police Investigate First 2026 Homicide After New Year’s Eve Party

Posted by Aiden V. Crossfield January 2, 2026
At a Glance Austin police are probing a possible first 2026 homicide after a victim with chest trauma was found near a New Year's Eve party. The...
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Child holding a thermometer with vaccine syringes and medical tools nearby illustrating measles vaccination urgency.
Posted inBreaking News Health News

U.S. Measles Cases Spike to 2,065, First 2000-plus Count in 30 Years

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 2, 2026
At a Glance U.S. measles cases hit 2,065 in 2025, the first time over 2,000 in 30 years. 93% of cases were unvaccinated or had unknown vaccination...
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Chatbot refusing violent content with supportive help offer.
Posted inBreaking News Conflict World News

Gaza Boy Drowns in Floods as Winter Storms Intensify

Posted by Fiona Z. Merriweather January 2, 2026
At a Glance 7-year-old Ata Mai drowned in Gaza tent camp flooding. Another 9-year-old boy, Youssef Shandaghi, killed near the Yellow Line. Israeli...
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Tatiana Schlossberg sitting in a botanical garden with soft filtered light and a rose near a vintage bench and eyes down
Posted inBreaking News Feature Story Health News

JFK Granddaughter Tatiana Schlossberg, Journalist, Dies at 35

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 1, 2026
At a Glance Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, died after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. She was a granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy and an...
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Weary group huddles around fire with rain pouring outside and city skyline reflected in windows
Posted inBreaking News Local News

Austin Opens Cold Shelters, Revamps Sixth Street, Investigates Homicide

Posted by Hannah E. Clearwater January 1, 2026
> At a Glance > - Austin opens temporary cold shelters for the night. > - City unveils a preliminary plan to revamp Sixth Street. > - Police...
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Shark glides beneath water with fins slicing calm waves and a fiery sunset over Monterey Bay
Posted inBreaking News Local News

Northern California Swimmer Dead After Shark Attack

Posted by Morgan J. Carter January 1, 2026
> At a Glance > - A 55-year-old swimmer was found dead after a shark attack off Northern California's coast. > - Her body was recovered days after...
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Gina Hinojosa standing with a large “I Voted” sign and city map in a bustling Austin street
Posted inBreaking News Local News Political News

Hinojosa Leads Texas Democratic Primary With 41% Support

Posted by Julia N. Fairmont January 1, 2026
At a Glance Gina Hinojosa leads the Democratic primary with 41% support 42% of likely voters are still undecided Primary election set for...
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Hands cradle a potted plant with a hand‑woven scarf and natural light and a blurred cityscape hinting environmental activism
Posted inBreaking News Feature Story Health News

Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, Dies After Battle With Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Posted by Gavin U. Stonebridge December 31, 2025
At a Glance Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, has died. She battled acute myeloid leukemia and terminal cancer. She was the granddaughter of former President...
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Fernando Mendoza steps toward Crimson Tide huddle with sunset light casting shadows across the Rose Bowl football field
Posted inBreaking News College Football Sports

Alabama Faces Unbeaten Indiana in Rose Bowl Upset Showdown

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell December 31, 2025
At a Glance Alabama returns to the Rose Bowl as underdogs against undefeated Indiana. Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza leads the Hoosiers. The 2021...
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An anxious adult checking a phone with a flu mask in hand in a crowded waiting room
Posted inBreaking News Health News

U.S. Flu Cases Surge to 7.5 Million as New Variant Spreads

Posted by Gavin U. Stonebridge December 31, 2025
At a Glance Flu cases climbing to 7.5 million in the U.S. this season. New variant subclade K spurring outbreaks overseas and in U.S. states. Only...
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