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Abortion, private school vouchers and legislative control are the key issues in Texas’ 2024 election
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Texan voters will have significant influence in November, both within and outside the state. They will be electing a U.S. senator, 38 U.S. House members, 150 state House members, as well as various judges and local elected officials. Additionally, they will have influence over important questions.
How a school voucher supporter won in a Texas House district with almost no private schools
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Gov. Greg Abbott said the primary showed Texans want vouchers. In House District 18, an ad blitz and immigration fears may have played a larger role.
The largest carbon capture project in the U.S. could be in West Texas. Do residents want it?
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If approved, the Oxy carbon capture plant will be the largest in Texas. Critics worry the technology is not enough to beat back climate change.
Colin Allred narrows gap in Texas Senate race, but can he win?
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The Democratic congressman is polling closer to Sen. Ted Cruz in his challenge this year, and independent race rankers are noticing.
Ken Paxton sues TikTok for violating new Texas social media law
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The attorney general argues that the popular short form video app has not complied with a new state law that seeks to protect children who are active online.
Doctors are boycotting Texas conferences over abortion restrictions
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A breast cancer surgeon has created a California alternative to a major Texas event, while other medical conferences have left Louisiana and Arizona.
Animal welfare advocates will plead with Texas lawmakers to help cities control stray pet population
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One group estimated more than 568,000 cats and dogs entered shelters in 2023. About 82,000 cats and dogs were euthanized.
Former U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger to lead group of Republicans for Colin Allred
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The former congressman’s snub of fellow GOP member U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is the latest high-profile crossover for the Dallas Democrat.
In South Texas congressional race, Monica De La Cruz and Michelle Vallejo spar over health care
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The topic is playing a major role in one of Texas’ only competitive congressional races this year as the competitors debate Medicare, abortion and expanding coverage.
Bernie Sanders tells Texas progressives to back Harris, says Allred win would “make all the difference”
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Joining Sanders as he campaigns up and down the I-35 corridor are Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rep. Greg Casar, and former El Paso congressman Beto O’Rourke.
Texas prison system’s staffing crisis and outdated technology endanger guards and inmates
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A new state report says the prison population will outgrow capacity by the end of next year.
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Amarillo - TX - News

Local Red Cross calling for volunteers to aid in hurricane relief
Local
As victims in six states face the tragic aftermath of Hurricane Helene, relief efforts have begun flowing into impacted areas.Executive Director for the panhand
City of Canyon helping bridge the gap on affordable housing
Local
Since 2019 the City of Canyon has been trying to address the lack of affordable homes by building subdivisions with various lot sizes, house types and single-fa
Ports to Plains project advances with new feasibility study between Amarillo and Dumas
Local
The Ports to Plains Transportation Corridor headed up by more than 200 community partners across nine states is making moving along. The CEO and President of th
Trailer split in two after crash at railroad crossing where driver was killed 6 months ago
Local
A trailer was split in two after a train crash at a railroad crossing in Dallam County where a driver was killed six months ago.The crash happened around 2pm ne
Mystery solved: High flying balloon catches attention of people around Texas panhandle
Local
A high flying balloon caught the attention of people around the Texas panhandle.Several viewers contacted ABC 7 News after seeing the balloon over Amarillo and
Amarillo man indicted for child sex crimes discovered during murder investigation
Local
An Amarillo man was indicted for child sex crimes discovered during a murder investigation.Leontre Hayes, 21, was indicted by a Potter County Grand Jury on five
2nd person arrested after police find 16,000 fentanyl pills, meth, marijuana, guns
Local
A second person was indicted after police found 16,000 fentanyl pills, meth, marijuana, and guns.Alexis Ann Naomi Erickson was indicted by a federal grand jury
Girl claims she was raped after 'passing out from alcohol,' suspect arrested
Local
A girl claimed she was raped after "passing out from alcohol."According to court records, the victim said she got drunk on July 14 and needed a ride home.She s

Austin - TX - KXAN

APD asks for help in locating 8-year-old boy, last seen Thursday night
KXAN Austin
8-year-old, Aaron Camacho, is missing after last being seen leaving his north Austin home in the 400 block of E. Wonsley Drive at 11:50 p.m. Thursday night, according to the Austin Police Department.
Texas high school football scores for Thursday, Oct. 3
KXAN Austin
Anderson broke through in a big way for its first district victory 64-7 over Kyle Lehman on Thursday.
Texas State flexes muscles on defense, wins Sun Belt opener 38-17 over Troy
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The Bobcats (3-2, 1-0 SBC) defense swarmed the Trojans, sacking the quarterback six times and creating 10 tackles for loss for 53 yards. Texas State forced three fumbles with two recoveries, allowing Troy (1-5, 0-2 SBC) to gain just 1.9 yards per rush. The Trojans rushed for 63 yards on 33 attempts.
Concordia University opens center focused on diversity, equity and inclusion
KXAN Austin
Concordia University welcomed a new space on campus that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion. It's called the Center for Belonging and Faith.
Ponderosa Pet Resort fire victims settle for $75K
KXAN Austin
Thirteen Georgetown families who lost their pets in the Ponderosa Pet Resort fire just over three years ago have settled their claims after suing the company who ran the kennel and its owner.
Man facing additional arson charge in connection with September 2023 homicide
KXAN Austin
A man already charged with murder related to a September 2023 homicide investigation has now been connected to arson related to the case, an arrest warrant affidavit said.
KBVO Game of the Week: No. 12 Westlake cruises to 70-0 win over Akins
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The Chaparrals had a bye last week after finishing 3-1 in their non-district schedule. Akins dropped its first district game to Dripping Springs 63-0 last week, but they've started the season 3-2 overall after going a combined 0-20 the past two seasons.
Historic Muny celebrates 100 years, hoping for 100 more
KXAN Austin
Lions municipal golf course has a long history in Austin and Thursday the course celebrated 100 years with a big celebration.
August 2024: Which local restaurants received a perfect health inspection score?
KXAN Austin
Slow summer months for Austin Public Health's inspections of restaurants, medical facilities, schools and grocery stores are on the way out, with the city agency giving scores to 553 locations.
Panic at the Costco! People stocking up on water, toilet paper amid port strike
KXAN Austin
If the packed parking lot outside the Costco in Cedar Park on Thursday morning is any indication, people in Central Texas are not taking any chances with the latest port strike.
Tropical tracker: Timeline of storms in the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season
KXAN Austin
Each year, the Atlantic Hurricane Season officially runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. Follow along as we track each storm throughout the season.
Day 2 of deliberations in APD officer’s deadly conduct trial
KXAN Austin
With both the State and Defense resting Tuesday in the trial for Officer Christopher Taylor, attorneys are set to present their closing arguments to the jury Wednesday morning. 

World News from Wall Street Journal

Iran Exposed to Israeli Counterattack After Blows Against Its Allies
Tehran has no good options as Israel defangs Iran’s proxies Hezbollah and Hamas.
Heavy Israeli Airstrikes Target Likely Successor to Hezbollah Leader in Beirut
Israel aimed at Hashim Safieddine, a cousin of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, as the war in Lebanon expands.
Biden Sidelined as Israel Reshapes Middle East
White House officials say they are closely coordinating on possible Iranian targets but have been blindsided repeatedly by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Nightmares of a Chinese Invasion Inspire Taboo-Breaking Entertainment in Taiwan
Through TV, books and a board game, the island’s entertainment industry is embracing a topic it avoided for decades.
Israel Warns Some Southern Lebanon Communities to Evacuate as It Battles Hezbollah
The Israeli military urged civilians in more than 20 towns and villages across southern Lebanon to leave their homes, expanding its evacuation warnings as it works to push Hezbollah back from the border.
Key U.S. Military Base Secured as U.K. Returns Disputed Islands to Mauritius
The British government struck a deal with Mauritius to hand over the cluster of 58 tiny islands in the Indian Ocean known as the Chagos archipelago.
Israel's Invasion Gamble Risks a Quagmire in Lebanon
Hezbollah is reeling, but Israel’s strategy for restoring its own security remains murky.
China's Patriotic Rhetoric Takes a Violent Turn
Three stabbing attacks in four months that targeted Japanese and Americans have exposed a dark side of the Communist Party’s nationalist campaign.
Israel Reports First Deaths in Lebanon and Bolsters Forces Fighting Hezbollah
Eight soldiers were killed in the first casualties of Israel’s ground campaign in Lebanon, the Israeli military said.
Israeli Review Shows Minor Damage From Iran's Missile Barrage
The Israeli military said it intercepted most of the missiles, but a number of projectiles successfully penetrated the country’s aerial defenses.

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