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The Trevor Project says Trump ending LGBTQ+ option from suicide lifeline will hurt Texas kids
Content Warning: This article discusses suicide. Please return to the homepage if you are not comfortable with the topic. If you are in distress and need someone to talk...
'Jaws' 50th anniversary celebrated with special screenings on Lake Travis
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, a dine-in theater company, is launching its event of the summer called Great Bites. Fans can experience their beloved films in ways they...
In 'historic' move, Austin to host LGBTQI+ criminal justice conference
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- In August, Austin will be the first U.S. host of an international LGBTQI+ event. It's the "World LGBTQI+ World Conference for Criminal Justice Professionals," and Sgt....
US traffic safety agency says Tesla responded to letter concerning its robotaxis
AUSTIN (KXAN) --- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it received a response from Tesla regarding a letter it sent the company in May. The NHTSA asked the...
San Marcos allows residents' return to neighborhood after gas leak
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Residents of a neighborhood were cleared to return to their homes after the gas was turned off following a leak, according to the city of San...
Almost 300K TxDOT crash reports downloaded in data breach
AUSTIN (KXAN) — More than 2,000 people have reached out to a call center since the Texas Department of Transportation notified Texans two weeks ago that someone had downloaded...
Leander man faces murder charge in Austin fentanyl-related death
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A Leander man was recently charged with murder in connection with a northwest Austin fentanyl-related death that occurred in August 2024. The Austin Police Department’s Narcotics...
Texas city dealing with rapid rise of robocalls in 2025
(NEXSTAR) – Your phone ringing a little extra lately? You're not alone. Americans got nearly 5 billion robocalls last month according to tracking by YouMail, a call screening and...
Austin restaurant owner, nonprofit leader helping businesses respond to deportation impacts
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Adam Orman has been in the food and beverage industry for around 30 years. For the last six of those, he's worked with a local nonprofit...
License plate reader company used by APD 'setting the record straight' amid privacy concerns
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Flock Safety, a company Austin police use to run its automatic license plate reader program, has put out a lengthy statement "setting the record straight" amid...
Make Music Day returns to Wimberley for free, family-friendly performances
AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Saturday, the city of Wimberley said it would join more than 2,000 cities worldwide to celebrate Make Music Day. The free, all-day music festival is...
Inside the Investigation: Tip from 'friend' revealed threat to harm lawmakers, according to affidavit
AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Hours before demonstrators were set to protest President Donald Trump and his administration at the Texas State Capitol, law enforcement evacuated the building and its surrounding...