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Title: KXAN News at 4 | July 28, 2026
Runtime: 40:38
Date posted: 2 hours ago
Description: KXAN News at 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2026

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SAFE Alliance receives $1 million federal grant for housing community serving domestic violence surv

Title: SAFE Alliance receives $1 million federal grant for housing community serving domestic violence surv
Runtime: 4:07
Date posted: 2 hours ago
Description: SAFE Alliance has received one million dollars in federal funding to help build a new housing community for survivors of domestic violence, a project leaders say will provide stability, healing and hope for families escaping abuse. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/safe-alliance-receives-1-million-federal-grant-for-housing-community-serving-domestic-violence-survivors/

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Austin whiskey distillery paying homage to city’s creativity, music roots with new venue opening thi

Title: Austin whiskey distillery paying homage to city’s creativity, music roots with new venue opening thi
Runtime: 6:41
Date posted: 3 hours ago
Description: Still Austin may be known for its whiskey, but the distillery is about to make known the narrative of one of its greatest muses through a soon-to-open venue in south Austin.

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Motorcyclist killed in crash on I-35 flyover to Ben White Boulevard, ATCEMS says

Title: Motorcyclist killed in crash on I-35 flyover to Ben White Boulevard, ATCEMS says
Runtime: 0:28
Date posted: 3 hours ago
Description: A motorcyclist was killed Wednesday in a crash just off Interstate 35 in south Austin, according to Austin-Travis County EMS. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/motorcyclist-killed-in-crash-on-i-35-flyover-to-ben-white-boulevard-atcems-says/

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Evacuations underway after gas leak discovered in Cedar Park

Title: Evacuations underway after gas leak discovered in Cedar Park
Runtime: 2:57
Date posted: 3 hours ago
Description: The Cedar Park Police Department said it assisted with evacuations after a gas leak was discovered Wednesday morning. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/cedar-park/evacuations-underway-after-gas-leak-discovered-in-cedar-park/

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Two people charged in 1998 murder, the one who pulled the trigger got a shorter sentence, what now?

Title: Two people charged in 1998 murder, the one who pulled the trigger got a shorter sentence, what now?
Runtime: 1:47
Date posted: 4 hours ago
Description: In 2000, Michael Highfill was convicted of capital murder in connection with the 1998 death of Luis Flores. According to court records, a woman named Rebecca Walton admitted to shooting and killing Flores and said Highfill was not involved in the actual killing act.

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ABoR shares new report on housing unaffordability

Title: ABoR shares new report on housing unaffordability
Runtime: 4:45
Date posted: 4 hours ago
Description: KXAN's Will DuPree sits down with Taylor Smith, deputy director of government affairs for the Austin Board of Realtors. He speaks on the new report about unaffordability housing and how its putting pressure on Central Texas homeowners.

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As wildfires blaze across the globe, humidity in Texas keeps fire risk at bay

Title: As wildfires blaze across the globe, humidity in Texas keeps fire risk at bay
Runtime: 1:17
Date posted: 4 hours ago
Description: Heat and humidity show no signs of easing much in Central Texas for the foreseeable future. While humidity can make temps feel higher and hair frizzier, mugginess also has some benefits. One of the best side effects of humidity is that it can help ease wildfire risks.

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KXAN News at 4 p.m. Montgomery County measles outbreak

Title: KXAN News at 4 p.m. Montgomery County measles outbreak
Runtime: 5:06
Date posted: 4 hours ago
Description: KXAN News at 4 p.m. Montgomery County measles outbreak

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Easing into triple digits with a weekend storm chance | KXAN Forecast (July 29)

Title: Easing into triple digits with a weekend storm chance | KXAN Forecast (July 29)
Runtime: 5:24
Date posted: 4 hours ago
Description: KXAN Chief Meteorologist Nick Bannin tracks a lull in the tropics and a slim rain or storm chance in Central Texas.

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Title: Two people charged in 1998 murder, the one who pulled the trigger got a shorter sentence, what now?
Runtime: 1:47
Date posted: 7 hours ago
Description: In 2000, Michael Highfill was convicted of capital murder in connection with the 1998 death of Luis Flores. According to court records, a woman named Rebecca Walton admitted to shooting and killing Flores and said Highfill was not involved in the actual killing act.

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Title: Coffee and heart health
Runtime: 6:17
Date posted: 8 hours ago
Description: The American Heart Association released a study suggesting that for most adults, up to 400 milligrams of caffeine a day - roughly 3 to 5 cups of regular coffee - is generally safe. KXAN's Will DuPree and Erica Brennes spoke with Dr. Vipul Madhwani, a cardiologist with Baylor Scott & White to learn more.

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Fall elm season is starting in Central Texas | KXAN QNA

Title: Fall elm season is starting in Central Texas | KXAN QNA
Runtime: 2:12
Date posted: 8 hours ago
Description: Meteorologist Tommy House sat down with an expert to learn more.

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Texas Firefighter Turns Family BBQ Sauce Recipe Into a Statewide Success

Title: Texas Firefighter Turns Family BBQ Sauce Recipe Into a Statewide Success
Runtime: 1:02
Date posted: 9 hours ago
Description: David McCulley, owner of Torcatha BBQ Sauce, shares how his father's 40-year-old family recipe grew from firehouse cookouts to Central Market shelves across Texas. Hear the story behind the brand, its unique Scottish-inspired sauce names, and how Torcatha is bringing Texas BBQ flavor to everything from wings and sliders to brisket and sausage.

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July is coming to an end, but the heat is not | KXAN weather update July 29

Title: July is coming to an end, but the heat is not | KXAN weather update July 29
Runtime: 3:33
Date posted: 9 hours ago
Description: The heat just won’t quit as triple-digits are here to stay, but a small chance of rain may help out this weekend. - Freddy Vela

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Title: Evacuations underway after gas leak discovered in Cedar Park
Runtime: 0:17
Date posted: 9 hours ago
Description: The fire department said six condominium units were evacuated, and power was shut off to approximately 20 units and a nearby retail building.

Kristen's Classroom: Field trip to the Austin Zoo

Title: Kristen's Classroom: Field trip to the Austin Zoo
Runtime: 19:28
Date posted: 10 hours ago
Description: Meteorologist Kristen Currie wandered through the exhibits at the Austin Zoo to find out how each animal made their way to Austin.

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Near or above 100-degrees to finish July | July 29 forecast

Title: Near or above 100-degrees to finish July | July 29 forecast
Runtime: 2:42
Date posted: 16 hours ago
Description: Afternoon highs will run up near 100-degrees today through the weekend with minimal rain chances. -Meteorologist Kristen Currie

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Austin ISD superintendent shares details on 'disruptive' Paredes Middle School closure

Title: Austin ISD superintendent shares details on 'disruptive' Paredes Middle School closure
Runtime: 2:56
Date posted: 22 hours ago
Description: On a board agenda for Tuesday, the district shared a 13-page turnaround plan modification for Paredes Middle School.

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City of Austin asking for feedback on potential César Chávez Street name change

Title: City of Austin asking for feedback on potential César Chávez Street name change
Runtime: 0:46
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: The City of Austin is asking the community for their thoughts on a potential renaming of César Chavez Street.

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Title: Two people charged in 1998 murder, the one who pulled the trigger got a shorter sentence, what now?
Runtime: 2:58
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: Since the fall, attorneys with the Texas Defender Service (TDS) - a nonprofit legal organization - as well as state prosecutors, have participated in hearings reviewing evidence related to this case. The TDS filed a motion to execute these hearings with the goal of getting Highfill out of custody, claiming his constitutional rights were violated during his initial prosecution.

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Roughly one degree hotter each day until Saturday | KXAN Forecast (July 28)

Title: Roughly one degree hotter each day until Saturday | KXAN Forecast (July 28)
Runtime: 2:53
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: KXAN Chief Meteorologist Nick Bannin tracks the slowly increasing heat and the lack of meaningful rain chances.

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Students, educators say SB 37 hinders Texas education

Title: Students, educators say SB 37 hinders Texas education
Runtime: 3:06
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: A group of Texas college students and a former Texas Tech University educator criticized Senate Bill 37 at the Capitol Tuesday, arguing the new higher education law has created a climate of censorship on college campuses, just hours before lawmakers were scheduled to examine its implementation during a public hearing. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/texas-politics/students-educators-say-sb-37-hinders-texas-education/

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Community members rally after fatal APD shooting of 17-year-old

Title: Community members rally after fatal APD shooting of 17-year-old
Runtime: 2:40
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Family members, friends and community advocates gathered in downtown Austin Tuesday afternoon, calling for greater transparency and accountability following the fatal officer-involved shooting of 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II.

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Protesters rally and demand justice for teen killed in APD shooting

Title: Protesters rally and demand justice for teen killed in APD shooting
Runtime: 0:21
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: The family of the 17-year-old shot and killed by Austin police Friday has identified him as Anthoneil Williams II.

APD investigation uncovers 'organized' mail theft ring

Title: APD investigation uncovers 'organized' mail theft ring
Runtime: 4:09
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Austin Police said Tuesday that its months-long investigation into an “organized criminal enterprise” in Central Texas resulted in eight arrests and the seizure of counterfeit postal keys, stolen mail, narcotics, firearms, and evidence of identity theft and fraud. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/months-long-austin-police-investigation-leads-to-arrests-seizures-of-mail-keys-drugs-firearms/

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Hill Country Alliance grapples with back-to-back major floods

Title: Hill Country Alliance grapples with back-to-back major floods
Runtime: 5:50
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: After a second year of devastating, major flooding, the Hill Country Alliance continues to work with the community to rebuild homes and restore rivers.

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Man accused of fatally stabbing another man claims he was ‘attacked

Title: Man accused of fatally stabbing another man claims he was ‘attacked
Runtime: 0:51
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: An unhoused Austin man accused of killing another man allegedly told police officers that he feared for his life prior to the stabbing. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/crime/affidavit-man-accused-of-fatally-stabbing-another-man-claims-he-was-attacked/

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UnidosUS president discusses Latino voter engagement, economy and immigration ahead of Austin confer

Title: UnidosUS president discusses Latino voter engagement, economy and immigration ahead of Austin confer
Runtime: 7:02
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía joined the organization's annual conference happening in Austin, which is bringing together more than 1,000 Latino advocates, policymakers and community leaders. Murguía highlighted concerns about the economy, housing affordability and immigration, while emphasizing the importance of Latino voter engagement ahead of the November midterm elections.

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How a community summer music series is helping two dozen Austin nonprofits

Title: How a community summer music series is helping two dozen Austin nonprofits
Runtime: 1:33
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: A newly formed organization called Interplanetary Help Desk is thinking outside the box when it comes to raising money for nonprofits. Interplanetary is a nonprofit that started this year with the mission of fundraising for other Austin-area nonprofits through one of the city's greatest resources: music.

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Title: Sean Miller on early expectations
Runtime: 1:02
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Some very early rankings has Texas in the top 10. Sean Miller responds

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Very slowly building heat this week | KXAN Forecast (July 28)

Title: Very slowly building heat this week | KXAN Forecast (July 28)
Runtime: 5:52
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: KXAN Chief Meteorologist Nick Bannin tracks the return of triple digit heat to Central Texas later this week.

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2 people attempt to escape Texas Rangers SWAT

Title: 2 people attempt to escape Texas Rangers SWAT
Runtime: 1:04
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Both were later arrested.

Helping kids left behind over the summer

Title: Helping kids left behind over the summer
Runtime: 6:22
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Over the summer, many kids could lose access to trusted adults and important school systems.

KXAN's Will Dupree sits down with Senior Recruitment Specialist Wendy Morse with CASA of Travis County to learn more about how they are helping to close the gap in the summer.

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Helping veterans navigate their healthcare

Title: Helping veterans navigate their healthcare
Runtime: 4:59
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: As the number of veterans in central Texas continues to grow, a new VA Outpatient Clinic is under construction in Round Rock. But some veterans might need help navigating the VA health care system, and the Texas Veterans Commission is ready to help.
KXAN's Will Dupree speaks with Dr Horacio Maldonado, the Director of Healthcare Advocacy for the Texas Veterans Commission, and Southwest District Supervisor James Juarez to learn more.

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Hedge fund manager sentenced to 37 months in prison

Title: Hedge fund manager sentenced to 37 months in prison
Runtime: 6:24
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: A former Austin resident and hedge fund manager has been sentenced to 37 months in prison after pleading guilty to tax evasion. KXAN's Will DuPree and Tom Miller spoke with assistant special agent in charge Troy Caldron, with the Texas Field Office for IRS Criminal Investigation to learn more.

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IRS agent talks prosecution of hedge fund manager who committed tax evasion

Title: IRS agent talks prosecution of hedge fund manager who committed tax evasion
Runtime: 6:24
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: A hedge fund manager who once lived in Austin pleaded guilty to evading more than $1.5 million in federal taxes after concealing millions of dollars in income and foreign bank accounts and was sentenced on Monday.

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Tracking gut health from your bathroom throne

Title: Tracking gut health from your bathroom throne
Runtime: 16:32
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Simple Health: Tracking gut health from your bathroom throne

KXAN’s Simple Health initiative was formed in partnership with the American Heart Association to bring Central Texans compelling stories and relevant resources focused on health and wellness. We believe that finding information to live a healthier life should be easy and that Simple Health can be your resource for easy ways to eat smart, add color, move more and be well.
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Title: The Space Space
Runtime: 30:32
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: KXAN's Eric Henrikson shares about a recent SpaceX Starship test flight, NASA's Psyche spacecraft, and a robotic satellite repair mission.

KXAN+ Host Esmeralda Zamora and Reporter Eric Henrickson explore the mysteries of the universe and how the search for answers beyond Earth impact us all.
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Heat Advisory in effect for counties east of I-35 | July 28 forecast

Title: Heat Advisory in effect for counties east of I-35 | July 28 forecast
Runtime: 3:40
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: A Heat Advisory is in effect until this evening for counties east of I-35, where feels-like temperatures could reach up to 111 degrees. More triple-digit heat is on the way this week, and high temperatures will reach 100 by Thursday. Small humidity dips, wind direction changes, and rain chances come with a frontal boundary this weekend.

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Austin's Most Customized Facial? Inside Potion TX's Personalized Skincare Experience

Title: Austin's Most Customized Facial? Inside Potion TX's Personalized Skincare Experience
Runtime: 0:23
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Looking for a facial that's designed specifically for your skin? Austin-based Potion TX offers personalized skincare treatments that focus on your individual needs rather than a standard facial menu.
Located in South Austin's 78704 neighborhood, Potion TX provides customized facials featuring treatments such as microcurrent lifting, red and infrared light therapy, gua sha, facial massage, customized peels and more. The wellness studio also offers massage therapy, brow and lash services, microblading, cosmetic tattooing, waxing, tooth gems and spiritual readings.
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Shipwreck'd Bar Takes Over Austin with Pirate Cocktails and Costume Contest

Title: Shipwreck'd Bar Takes Over Austin with Pirate Cocktails and Costume Contest
Runtime: 1:03
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Justin Lavenue, owner of The Eleanor and The Roosevelt Room, joins Studio 512 to share details about Austin's immersive Shipwreck'd Bar pop-up. Learn about the pirate-themed experience, the One-Eyed Willy signature cocktail, costume contests, and how guests can save 10% by dressing in full pirate gear. Shipwreck'd runs through August 30 at The Eleanor.

For more information, visit ShipwreckdBar.com.

Paddle for Puppies Returns to Austin August 9 | Save Puppies with Austin Pets Alive!

Title: Paddle for Puppies Returns to Austin August 9 | Save Puppies with Austin Pets Alive!
Runtime: 1:37
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Austin Subaru and Austin Pets Alive! are bringing back the 15th Annual Paddle for Puppies on August 9 at Rowing Dock. Participants can kayak, canoe, or paddleboard on Lady Bird Lake while raising money for APA!'s Puppy Parvo ICU, helping save the lives of puppies in need.

Learn more and register at paddleforpuppies.com.

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Title: Flooring Trends For 2026
Runtime: 0:26
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: From warm wood tones to textured carpets and natural flooring materials, homeowners are rethinking what goes beneath their feet. Stephanie Landers, owner of Landers Premier Flooring, says flooring trends are shifting away from the cool gray palettes that dominated the past decade and embracing warmer, more inviting designs.
As Austin homeowners tackle renovations and refresh their living spaces, Landers is helping clients navigate the latest flooring options through her family's locally owned business.
A Local Flooring Resource for More Than 20 Years
Landers Premier Flooring has served the Austin area for more than two decades. The family-owned company is known for its knowledgeable staff, personalized service and hands-on showroom experience.
Stephanie explains that one of the company's greatest strengths is the expertise of its employees, who help homeowners select flooring solutions that fit their style, lifestyle and budget.
The Austin showroom gives c...

Could a CapMetro driver strike happen? Workers reject latest offer from Keolis

Title: Could a CapMetro driver strike happen? Workers reject latest offer from Keolis
Runtime: 2:18
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: CapMetro bus operators said Monday they're at a breaking point in their push for increased wages, more training and better safety standards on the job.

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KXAN First Warning Weather Forecast for July 28, 2026

Title: KXAN First Warning Weather Forecast for July 28, 2026
Runtime: 0:48
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: https://www.kxan.com/weather/forecast/hot-humid-sunny-through-midweek/

Fatal crash on State Highway 130 & FM 969

Title: Fatal crash on State Highway 130 & FM 969
Runtime: 1:35
Date posted: 2 days ago
Description: The Texas Department of Public Safety and the Travis County Sheriff's Office responded to a deadly collision on the morning of July 28, 2026.

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Hot, humid & sunny through midweek | July 28 forecast

Title: Hot, humid & sunny through midweek | July 28 forecast
Runtime: 2:42
Date posted: 2 days ago
Description: To no one's surprise, today will be another hot, humid and sunny day. -Meteorologist Kristen Currie

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Hays CISD students face new athletic fees for 2026-27 school year

Title: Hays CISD students face new athletic fees for 2026-27 school year
Runtime: 2:29
Date posted: 2 days ago
Description: Hays CISD is implementing new student athletic participation fees beginning with the 2026-27 school year.

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Report: Violent crime down in Austin neighborhoods with violence intervention programs

Title: Report: Violent crime down in Austin neighborhoods with violence intervention programs
Runtime: 2:40
Date posted: 2 days ago
Description: According to a report released by national research group Scaling Safety, aggravated assaults dropped, on average, 27% across Austin from 2021 to 2025, and homicides dropped 12%.

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