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Posted inLocal News News Report Traffic Safety

Austin Reports 98 Traffic Fatalities in 2025, Down From 103 in 2024

Posted by Aiden V. Crossfield January 3, 2026
At a Glance 98 traffic fatalities reported in Austin as of Dec. 28, 2025 2024 saw 103 deaths, a slight increase from 94 in 2023 Record-high 122...
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Posted inCrime News Local News

Austin Homicides Reach 55 in 2025, Down from 72 in 2024

Posted by Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026
At a Glance 55 homicides reported in Austin in 2025 as of Dec. 28. 72 homicides in 2024, down from 75 in 2023 but up from 71 in 2022. Record 90...
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Nikki and Michael celebrate together with a glowing NYE countdown clock and falling confetti against neon-lit Phoenix skyline
Posted inEntertainment News Local News

Gila River Resorts Unveils NYE Countdown Show on KXAN

Posted by Morgan J. Carter January 3, 2026
At a Glance NYE Countdown airs on KXAN and streams on KXAN+ from 11:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Celebration takes place at Gila River Resorts & Casinos...
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Posted inLocal News Weather

Central Texas Weather 2025: 138 Flood Deaths, Record Cold, and More

Posted by Aiden V. Crossfield January 3, 2026
At a Glance 138 people lost their lives in July flash floods. January 2025 was the coldest in 40 years with an average of 46.9°F. Central Texas...
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Boat floats alone in murky waters with abandoned dock and dim dusk sky
Posted inBreaking News Political News World News

CIA Drone Strike Marks First US Operation on Venezuelan Soil Since September

Posted by Brianna Q. Lockwood January 3, 2026
At a Glance CIA carried out a drone strike last week at a Venezuelan docking area used by drug cartels. First direct US operation on Venezuelan soil...
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Posted inLegal News Local News

Appeals Court Acquits Former Austin Officer Over 2019 Shooting

Posted by Morgan J. Carter January 3, 2026
At a Glance 7th Court of Appeals overturns conviction of Officer Christopher Taylor for a 2019 shooting that killed Mauris DeSilva. Taylor was...
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Charred plane lies on its side with twisted wings and flames on engine near a farmhouse and emergency vehicles.
Posted inBreaking News Local News

Plane Crash Near Fredericksburg Claims One Life

Posted by Julia N. Fairmont January 3, 2026
At a Glance One person died in a plane crash near Fredericksburg, Texas. The aircraft was fully engulfed in flames when responders arrived. The...
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Zohran Mamdani stands in subway station with mayor swearing midnight oath to flag and street art glowing in golden light
Posted inLocal News Political News

New York’s First Muslim Mayor Sworn in Amid Historic Subway Ceremony

Posted by Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026
At a Glance New York's first Muslim mayor, Zohran Mamdani, is sworn in at a historic subway station and City Hall. The ceremonies include a midnight...
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Daycare center in disarray displays scattered toys and paperwork with the Minnesota state capitol at sunset
Posted inLocal News Political News

Trump Administration Freezes Minnesota Child-Care Funds Amid Fraud Probe

Posted by Aiden V. Crossfield January 3, 2026
At a Glance Trump administration freezes $185 million Minnesota child-care funding. Demands audit of Somali-run day-cares after $100 million fraud...
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Flyers players high‑fiving after a win with sticks showing goal numbers and a cheering crowd in golden arena lights.
Posted inLocal News Sports News

Flyers Beat Canucks 6-3 in Tocchet’s Return

Posted by Morgan J. Carter January 3, 2026
At a Glance Flyers win 6-3 over Canucks in Rick Tocchet's first game back. Grundstrom scores the go-ahead goal early in the second period. Six...
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