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Another nice morning then hot afternoon Wednesday, followed by more storms Thursday.

‘For lease’ sign at Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ is new …

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Read more https://www.kxan.com/news/for-lease-sign-at-valentinas-tex-mex-bbq-is-new-twist-in-saga/ The 6,000-square-foot site of the embattled Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ in Buda is on the market.

Three arrested in connection with north Austin homicide

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Read more https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/three-arrested-in-connection-with-north-austin-homicide/ Three people were arrested in connection with a shooting that happened last month in north Austin, according to the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force.

Austin City Council to vote on HOME part 2, land …

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Read more https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-city-council-to-vote-on-home-part-2-land-use-rules-for-project-connect/ Austin City Council worked through amendments Tuesday to several major Land Development Code (LDC) changes the body will vote on later this week.

Ex-Indeed employee talks about the challenges of …

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AUSTIN (KXAN) — Hundreds of Indeed employees are now without a job. Some of them are right here in Austin. The employment company announced mass layoffs on Monday.

RFK Jr. claims enough signatures for ballot in Texas

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Read more: https://www.kxan.com/news/national-news/rfk-jr-claims-enough-signatures-for-ballot-in-texas/

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday said he has enough signatures to qualify for the ballot in Texas, fulfilling one of his campaign’s main targets ahead of November.

Student makes accusation against UT professor during …

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A hearing Tuesday at the Texas Capitol focused on recent protests at university campuses, the law enforcement response to those and allegations of Jewish students now feeling unsafe. Read more: https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/student-makes-accusation-against-ut-professor-during-senate-antisemitism-hearing/

Austin ranks among most expensive cities to see a …

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When you add up the costs of concert tickets, Ubers, drinks and flights —traveling to see your favorite artist isn’t cheap, especially in the Live Music Capital of the World.

A study from Austin-based travel company Upgraded Points calculated the most and least expensive cities for a weekend trip to see a concert. The study, released Tuesday, measured concert costs in the 50 largest US cities.

READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/entertainment-news/austin-ranks-among-most-expensive-cities-to-see-a-concert-study/

Bullock Museum celebrates lowriding culture in Texas …

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Carros y Cultura: Lowriding Legacies in Texas will open at the Bullock Texas State History Museum on Saturday, May 11. The bilingual exhibition highlights the rich culture of Texas lowriding communities through artifacts, interactive experiences, and lowrider cars and bicycles from San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Laredo, Pecos and more.

Report: Congress must take immediate action to defend …

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A group of researchers and former lawmakers urged Congress to update the government’s strategy against deadly outbreaks and biological attacks.

The Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense released its report, The National Blueprint for Biodefense, outlining 36 recommendations and 185 action items to defend against biological threats.

“We’ve got to be prepared, no matter who’s the president, no matter who the administration is, or the Congress,” former congressman Fred Upton said. “We have to be prepared, ready for the next case.”

Managing mental health

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Mike and Jenn sit down with an expert to discuss how to recognize when you may need a therapist and how to find the best fit.

Lago Vista council members vote to censure mayor

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Lago Vista City Council members voted Monday night to issue a formal disapproval of Mayor Kevin Sullivan after a complaint was filed against him a few weeks ago.

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