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Austin Animal Services Warns Pets About New Year’s Eve Fireworks

Aiden V. Crossfield December 30, 2025

At a Glance Austin Animal Services shares tips to keep pets calm during New Year's Eve fireworks. Secure homes, update ID, and create cozy spaces to...

Nathaniel Rateliff and Lamont Landers singing on stage with golden lights and a small crowd in a warm concert setting

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Austin’s Hi, How Are You Day Mixes Music, Mental Health, and Big Names

Hannah E. Clearwater December 30, 2025

At a Glance Hi, How Are You Day returns to Paramount Theatre with music and mental-wellness focus. Star-filled lineup features Nathaniel Rateliff...

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County Sheriff Arrests Man in Attempted Kidnapping at Local Park

Brianna Q. Lockwood December 30, 2025

At a Glance 28-year-old man arrested Dec. 27 for attempted kidnapping at Berry Springs Park. Sheriff praised citizens who intervened to protect a...

Woman lying on desert sand near an old truck with open hood showing documents and a streetlight casting long shadows.

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Arizona Arrest: Farmer’s Wife Killed, Divorce Sparks Investigation

Brianna Q. Lockwood December 30, 2025

At a Glance Michael Abatti, 63, arrested for the shooting death of his estranged wife in Arizona. Investigation points to a divorce dispute over...

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Austin Mayor Proposes New Policy to Clarify Council Office Spending

Aiden V. Crossfield December 30, 2025

At a Glance Mayor Kirk Watson proposes a new policy to clarify council office spending. Draft limits funds from donations, transfers, and sets clear...

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Rain Threatens 137th Rose Parade After 20 Years of Dry Weather

Hannah E. Clearwater December 30, 2025

At a Glance Rain could intrude on the 137th Rose Parade for the first time in 20 years. 90% chance of rain Thursday in Pasadena, per National...

Broken bicycle lies on deserted street with shattered wheel and twisted frame under overcast sky

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South Austin Crash Claims Bicyclist, 91st Fatal Accident of 2025

Hannah E. Clearwater December 30, 2025

At a Glance Bicyclist killed in a crash on Dec 22 in south Austin. Incident is Austin's 91st fatal crash of 2025, bringing the total deaths to...

Fireworks explode above the Fontainebleau hotel with neon lights and Bellagio fountains reflecting sunset glow

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Las Vegas Celebrates 20 Years of Grucci Fireworks, Adds Fontainebleau

Brianna Q. Lockwood December 30, 2025

At a Glance 20th year of Fireworks by Grucci on the Las Vegas Strip 10th hotel added: Fontainebleau Las Vegas Archive photos trace the Strip's...

Dead swans lie in a row along the lake shore with wet feathers and a sunset glow while swans stand vigil with trees behind.

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Dozens of Lake Eola Swans Die, Bird Flu Suspected

Brianna Q. Lockwood December 30, 2025

At a Glance 12 swans at Lake Eola have died Officials suspect bird flu Tests underway while carcasses are stored safely Why it matters: The deaths...

Lone figure stands at school window with handgun and shattered glass and broken branches below.

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17-Year-Old Charged With Handgun Incident at Texas Middle School

Morgan J. Carter December 30, 2025

At a Glance 17-year-old charged with showing a handgun at Dailey Middle School on Dec. 4. Affidavit filed on Dec. 10 by a DVISD detective; sheriff's...