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When the Texas A&M football team takes the field at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium today, a rivalry will officially be renewed. Here's a brief look at the history between the two teams.
131 years of ‘Longhorns v. Farmers’: New exhibit shows off history of the Lone Star Showdown
The Texas A&M and University of Texas football teams renewed their rivalry in Austin for the first time since 2010, with a free open-to-the-public exhibit at the H.J. Lutcher Stark Center docu…
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November 28, 2025 at 7:15 PM
When the Texas A&M football team takes the field at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium today, a rivalry will officially be renewed. Here's a brief look at the history between the two teams.
In August, the Longhorns announced a new partnership with Humann, a supplement company born out the University of Texas. Why? Beets.
Beets are king at UT Austin: Why athletes are turning to the root plant for a better game
The University of Texas at Austin has partnered with Humann, a supplement company, to provide beetroot chews to athletes to increase endurance, decrease muscular fatigue, and increase muscular powe…
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November 28, 2025 at 5:15 PM
In August, the Longhorns announced a new partnership with Humann, a supplement company born out the University of Texas. Why? Beets.
In which quarter do the Longhorns score the most points? How many penalty flags have been thrown? What's the 3rd down conversion rate? We have you covered! https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/longhorn-football-stats-2025/
November 28, 2025 at 4:45 PM
In which quarter do the Longhorns score the most points? How many penalty flags have been thrown? What's the 3rd down conversion rate? We have you covered! https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/longhorn-football-stats-2025/
"I’m excited for him because I think this is an awesome opportunity for him to really show his growth and how far he’s come this season," Coach Sark said. https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/sark-am-game-is-an-awesome-opportunity-for-arch-manning-to-show-growth-this-season/
November 28, 2025 at 2:45 PM
"I’m excited for him because I think this is an awesome opportunity for him to really show his growth and how far he’s come this season," Coach Sark said. https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/sark-am-game-is-an-awesome-opportunity-for-arch-manning-to-show-growth-this-season/
The DOJ alleged that the Austin Emergency Center charged the Federal Employees Health Benefit Program more than it charged cash-paying patients for certain COVID-19 tests in 2020 and 2021.
Austin Emergency Center pays 429k to settle Civil False Claims Act allegations
The Austin Emergency Center agreed to pay the United States a total of $429,231 over allegations regarding overbilling under the False Claims Act.
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November 28, 2025 at 3:45 AM
The DOJ alleged that the Austin Emergency Center charged the Federal Employees Health Benefit Program more than it charged cash-paying patients for certain COVID-19 tests in 2020 and 2021.
“When people experience ticket scalping, it's really a cascade of negative effects,” a Paramount Theatre rep said “It's not only taking money from the patron, but it's also taking money, and from our case, a nonprofit and also the artist.”
‘With AI, the technology advancements, they’re only getting smarter,’ Austin arts organizations battle evolving scalpers
Austin arts non-profits say scalpers are revolutionizing the way they steal from artists, venues and organizations.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:15 AM
“When people experience ticket scalping, it's really a cascade of negative effects,” a Paramount Theatre rep said “It's not only taking money from the patron, but it's also taking money, and from our case, a nonprofit and also the artist.”
Do you know a woman who's a leader in Central Texas and inspires others? Nominate her for our 2026 Remarkable Women contest using this form.
Texas’ Remarkable Women for 2026
KXAN wants to recognize the great contributions women have made to our nation and local communities. Remarkable Women is part of a nationwide Nexstar Media initiative to honor the influence that wo…
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November 28, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Do you know a woman who's a leader in Central Texas and inspires others? Nominate her for our 2026 Remarkable Women contest using this form.
For more than 80 years, Tarrytown Pharmacy has been serving the city of Austin.
Tarrytown Pharmacy celebrates 84 years in Austin
The pharmacy opened on Dec. 6, 1941, just one day before Pearl Harbor was attacked.
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November 27, 2025 at 9:15 PM
For more than 80 years, Tarrytown Pharmacy has been serving the city of Austin.
When someone buys a homemade candle from McCallum HS junior Ruby Chalupka's business, they receive a note: “Every candle purchased provides one free school lunch for a kid in need.“ https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-isd-teen-uses-candle-business-to-pay-off-middle-schools-lunch-debt/
November 27, 2025 at 7:45 PM
When someone buys a homemade candle from McCallum HS junior Ruby Chalupka's business, they receive a note: “Every candle purchased provides one free school lunch for a kid in need.“ https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-isd-teen-uses-candle-business-to-pay-off-middle-schools-lunch-debt/
Statewide honey production improved this year thanks to some much-needed rain, but beekeepers are concerned about the high rate of colony loss.
Texas beekeepers saw more honey this year, but colony losses remain concerningly high
Experts say more extreme and drier weather patterns are the driving factors, and despite better honey yields this summer, hive losses will still be high.
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November 27, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Statewide honey production improved this year thanks to some much-needed rain, but beekeepers are concerned about the high rate of colony loss.
Cold case detectives promised the family of 30-year-old George Michael Lopez that the investigation into his shooting death on Thanksgiving in 2021 is still active. This week on "Unsolved: Central Texas," those investigators tell Avery Travis what they know and what they need to move forward.
Cold case detective describes ‘active’ investigation into 2021 shooting of an Austin driver on Thanksgiving
After spending Thanksgiving with family in 2021, 30-year-old George Michael Lopez was shot and killed while driving. Four years later, the cold case detective working on the case promised his famil…
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November 27, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Cold case detectives promised the family of 30-year-old George Michael Lopez that the investigation into his shooting death on Thanksgiving in 2021 is still active. This week on "Unsolved: Central Texas," those investigators tell Avery Travis what they know and what they need to move forward.
Organizers said this year's Turkey Trot had more than 26,000 runners registered, which is the most the event has ever seen.
Austin’s 35th Turkey Trot sees record-breaking turnout
Thousands of people gathered in Austin for the 35th annual ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot, which benefits Caritas of Austin and has donated over $5.1 million to the organization over the last 35 yea…
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November 27, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Organizers said this year's Turkey Trot had more than 26,000 runners registered, which is the most the event has ever seen.
Although it may be common to slip pets a bite to eat under the table, experts warn pet owners that certain human leftovers can be harmful to their furry friends.
What can (and can’t) you feed your pets on Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is a delicious celebration for many, but some traditional favorites can pose a danger to pets.
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November 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Although it may be common to slip pets a bite to eat under the table, experts warn pet owners that certain human leftovers can be harmful to their furry friends.
The food may be warm, but it's a little chilly outside today! Here's a look at the coldest, hottest and wettest Thanksgivings in Austin history: https://www.kxan.com/weather/austin-weather-history-thanksgiving/
November 27, 2025 at 4:45 PM
The food may be warm, but it's a little chilly outside today! Here's a look at the coldest, hottest and wettest Thanksgivings in Austin history: https://www.kxan.com/weather/austin-weather-history-thanksgiving/
After six years without a home, Austin’s beloved graffiti park is finally reopening this week.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/only-park-of-its-kind-hope-outdoor-gallery-officially-reopening-friday/
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/only-park-of-its-kind-hope-outdoor-gallery-officially-reopening-friday/
November 27, 2025 at 12:15 AM
After six years without a home, Austin’s beloved graffiti park is finally reopening this week.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/only-park-of-its-kind-hope-outdoor-gallery-officially-reopening-friday/
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/only-park-of-its-kind-hope-outdoor-gallery-officially-reopening-friday/
Soundcheck Live is a gig organization platform created by a local musician and his software engineer friend.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-based-musician-creates-gig-management-website-after-12-years-of-frustration-in-live-event-industry/
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-based-musician-creates-gig-management-website-after-12-years-of-frustration-in-live-event-industry/
November 26, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Soundcheck Live is a gig organization platform created by a local musician and his software engineer friend.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-based-musician-creates-gig-management-website-after-12-years-of-frustration-in-live-event-industry/
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-based-musician-creates-gig-management-website-after-12-years-of-frustration-in-live-event-industry/
Every year, several giant balloons take to the sky over New York City during the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. Will the weather let these balloons take flight this year? https://www.kxan.com/top-stories/kristens-classroom-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade-weather/
Kristen’s Classroom: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade weather
Meteorologist Kristen Currie shares what weather would ground balloons during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade.
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November 26, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Every year, several giant balloons take to the sky over New York City during the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. Will the weather let these balloons take flight this year? https://www.kxan.com/top-stories/kristens-classroom-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade-weather/
Need family plans this week? There are a lot of local events going on, including the Bastrop tree lighting, Georgetown courthouse lighting, Johnson City lights and Zilker Holiday Tree lighting 🌲https://www.kxan.com/central-texas/central-texas-holiday-events-2025/
November 26, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Need family plans this week? There are a lot of local events going on, including the Bastrop tree lighting, Georgetown courthouse lighting, Johnson City lights and Zilker Holiday Tree lighting 🌲https://www.kxan.com/central-texas/central-texas-holiday-events-2025/
LAST DAY TO DONATE | The Friendsgiving Challenge supports the Central Texas Food Bank. Here's how you can help families in need this holiday season: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
November 26, 2025 at 1:45 PM
LAST DAY TO DONATE | The Friendsgiving Challenge supports the Central Texas Food Bank. Here's how you can help families in need this holiday season: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/2025-friendsgiving-challenge-help-fight-food-insecurity-in-central-texas/
FORECAST | Despite spending most of the month warmer than what’s typical for November, we’ll head into the holiday with temperatures running a bit cooler than average. https://www.kxan.com/weather/forecast/cool-sunshine-for-thanksgiving-day-turn-to-wetter-weather-follows/
November 26, 2025 at 1:15 PM
FORECAST | Despite spending most of the month warmer than what’s typical for November, we’ll head into the holiday with temperatures running a bit cooler than average. https://www.kxan.com/weather/forecast/cool-sunshine-for-thanksgiving-day-turn-to-wetter-weather-follows/
Throughout his decades-long career, Jimmy Cliff visited Austin several times, making an impact on the music scene and creating history along the way.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/remembering-jimmy-cliff-a-look-at-his-visits-to-austin-throughout-the-years/
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/remembering-jimmy-cliff-a-look-at-his-visits-to-austin-throughout-the-years/
November 26, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Throughout his decades-long career, Jimmy Cliff visited Austin several times, making an impact on the music scene and creating history along the way.
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/remembering-jimmy-cliff-a-look-at-his-visits-to-austin-throughout-the-years/
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/remembering-jimmy-cliff-a-look-at-his-visits-to-austin-throughout-the-years/
The current intake center is in east Austin on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., right off Ed Bluestein Blvd. The new location is at 811 E. 13th St., just off I-35.
Read more here 👉 https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-wildlife-rescue-relocating-intake-center-to-more-central-location/
Read more here 👉 https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-wildlife-rescue-relocating-intake-center-to-more-central-location/
November 26, 2025 at 12:15 AM
The current intake center is in east Austin on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., right off Ed Bluestein Blvd. The new location is at 811 E. 13th St., just off I-35.
Read more here 👉 https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-wildlife-rescue-relocating-intake-center-to-more-central-location/
Read more here 👉 https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-wildlife-rescue-relocating-intake-center-to-more-central-location/
As the year comes to a close and folks are spending money on holiday gifts or trying to decide where to invest their money in the new year, the SIMS Foundation is asking the Austin community to consider donating to its “Restore the Rhythm” campaign.
SIMS Foundation ‘better than last year,’ still pushing end-of-year fundraiser because there’s ‘more work to do’
On Tuesday, SIMS launched its end-of-year fundraising campaign, Restore the Rhythm. The goal is to raise $150,000 by Dec. 31.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:15 PM
As the year comes to a close and folks are spending money on holiday gifts or trying to decide where to invest their money in the new year, the SIMS Foundation is asking the Austin community to consider donating to its “Restore the Rhythm” campaign.
Do you know an influential, inspiring woman in Central Texas who gives back to her community? Tell us her story and nominate her for our 2026 contest using this submission form: https://www.kxan.com/remarkable-women-contest/#//
Texas’ Remarkable Women for 2026
KXAN wants to recognize the great contributions women have made to our nation and local communities. Remarkable Women is part of a nationwide Nexstar Media initiative to honor the influence that wo…
www.kxan.com
November 25, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Do you know an influential, inspiring woman in Central Texas who gives back to her community? Tell us her story and nominate her for our 2026 contest using this submission form: https://www.kxan.com/remarkable-women-contest/#//
The Austin Police Department shares safety tips for residents as the holiday shopping season begins. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-police-share-holiday-safety-tips-ahead-of-shopping-season/
Austin Police share holiday safety tips ahead of shopping season
The Austin Police Department is scheduled to hold a press conference on Tuesday, Nov. 25 to provide safety tips for residents as the holiday shopping season begins.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The Austin Police Department shares safety tips for residents as the holiday shopping season begins. https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-police-share-holiday-safety-tips-ahead-of-shopping-season/