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Austin Police Seek Public Help to Identify Suspect in November Shooting

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 28, 2025

A shooting that occurred on November 19 in southeast Austin has left a victim wounded and a suspect still at large. Incident Details At...

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Florida Tow Truck Driver Charged After 4-Year-Old Falls Out of Vehicle During Towing

Hannah E. Clearwater December 28, 2025

On Dec. 14, a Florida tow truck driver faced a felony child‑neglect charge after he towed a car while a 4‑year‑old girl remained inside. The...

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Red Sky in Nigerian Village Signals U.S. Strike on Alleged ISIS Camp

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 28, 2025

In the quiet village of Jabo, a 40‑year‑old farmer named Sanusi Madabo was preparing for bed when a sudden, bright red glow filled the sky. The light...

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Austin City Council 2025 Attendance Tracker: Who Missed Meetings and Why

Aiden V. Crossfield December 28, 2025

Austin City Council has finished its 2025 meeting year, and KXAN has just released the first attendance report from its new tracker. Tracking...

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APh Supports Over 101,800 Austin Residents with Food and Health Services in 2025

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 28, 2025

Over 101,800 Austin residents received food aid and health services from APH in 2025 amid rising food insecurity. The city’s response included 4,700...

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Curry’s Clutch 3-Pointer Propels Warriors Past Mavericks in 126-116 Thriller

Brianna Q. Lockwood December 28, 2025

Stephen Curry's late 3-pointer with 3:45 left on the clock sealed a 126-116 win for the Golden State Warriors over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday....

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California Storms Leave Wrightwood Sheltered, But Floods and Avalanches Loom

Brianna Q. Lockwood December 28, 2025

A fierce storm system that battered California with wind, rain and snow has finally begun to ebb, yet the coast, Los Angeles and the Sierra Nevada...

Austin Reaves sits on the Lakers bench with a bandaged calf while teammates watch in a dim locker room with LA skyline

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Lakers Guard Austin Reaves Faces At Least a Month Out After Calf Strain

Aiden V. Crossfield December 28, 2025

Austin Reaves may be sidelined for at least a month after the Los Angeles Lakers announced a grade‑2 left gastrocnemius strain. Injury...

Anthony Davis slumps on basketball court bench with bent leg and jersey 23 while coaches rush to help after a game injury.

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Anthony Davis Exits Christmas Day Game with Groin Injury, Ending Season

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 28, 2025

Anthony Davis left the Dallas Mavericks’ Christmas Day matchup against the Golden State Warriors early in the second quarter after a groin injury,...

Spotlight shines on a wrapped brisket near a stack of 20 on wooden pallets with warm evening glow

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Buda Police Charge 51-Year-Old Man with $1,700 Brisket Theft During Budafest

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 28, 2025

On Dec. 6, 2025, a 51‑year‑old man was charged by Buda police for stealing more than $1,700 worth of brisket from several grocery stores during the...