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Texas National Guard troops now protecting federal property in Chicago area, official says
Editor's Note: The video above is from KXAN's newscast on Oct. 7, 2025. CHICAGO (AP) — An ‘element’ of 200 Texas National Guard troops has started protecting federal property...
Central Texas cities ranked high in 'best small cities' in America, study shows
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- While Texas is known for its city skylines, its diverse landscapes ranging from the Hill Country to the Panhandle compliment the small town charm sprinkled across...
Will OU QB Mateer play against Texas?
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Red River Rivalry has a way of bringing out dramatic storylines. Ahead of the 2025 edition of Texas and Oklahoma football doing battle in Dallas,...
Will deployment of the Texas National Guard affect border wall operations?
Editor's Note: The video above is from KXAN's newscast on Oct. 7, 2025. AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Days after Gov. Greg Abbott announced he authorized troops of the Texas National...
Israel, Hamas agree to 'first phase' of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President...
No neighborhood cafe? Austin City Council to weigh on easing path to open one
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin City Council will look at improving access to caffeine across the city on Thursday. While grabbing a cup of coffee is easy in hospitality...
Manor ISD adds weapons detection system
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Manor Independent School District started the school year with a few new safety devices aimed at stopping violence inside the high schools. The new technology works...
The end for rainbow crosswalks? Abbott orders Texas cities to remove 'political ideologies' from streets
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- On Wednesday, Gov. Greg Abbott ordered the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDOT) to tighten roadway safety guidelines and enforce cities and counties to “remove any...
Trump scoffs at Austin resolution to waive fees for 'No Kings' protest, item previously removed from agenda
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- During an antifa roundtable with President Donald Trump on Wednesday, a reporter asked the president about an item that was previously removed from the Austin City...
Austin's arts and culture department highlighting art access through October
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin's newly formed Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (AACME) department is marking its first official month in operation by joining national and citywide celebrations of National...
