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AUSTIN
Politicians, citizens react to Rep. Joe Straus' plans for speakership
Texas citizens and folks from both sides of the aisle react to the rise in support behind Rep. Joe Straus, R-San Antonio, for replacing current Texas Speaker of the House Tom Craddick.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 1:13 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
Politicians, citizens react to Rep. Joe Straus' plans for speakership
AUSTIN
TxDOT reduces Trans-Texas Corridor to bits and pieces
The Texas Department of Transportation says it plans to eliminate the proposed Trans-Texas Corridor network, in favor of smaller versions of the original plan.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 10:35 AM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
Austin association reports 3-percent drop in home prices
AUSTIN
Austin association reports 3-percent drop in home prices
The Home Builders Association of Austin said that while the city is still doing better than other parts of the country, we're not out of the woods yet.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/6/2009 9:03 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
WILLIAMSON COUNTY
Wilco Democrats win a House seat and open doors
When the Texas Legislature convenes next week, Williamson County will have a new advocate. That advocate is helping keep Wilco's Democratic doors open.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 2:48 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
Wilco Democrats win a House seat and open doors
HAYS COUNTY
H-E-B helps expand economic growth in Hays County
A major expansion at H-E-B's distribution center in San Marcos could create more than 300 new jobs.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/6/2009 7:50 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
AUSTIN
Perry awards medals to some Texas troops in Iraq
Gov. Rick Perry is in Iraq for a U.S. Defense Department trip, and Tuesday he honored several Texas soldiers.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 7:59 PM
SAN MARCOS
San Marcos breaks ground on new fire station
The station will be located on the northeast side of town and is expected to be completed early next year.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 8:09 PM
AUSTIN
Austin Symphony Orchestra receives million-dollar boost
Local arts patron James Armstrong has pledged $1 million to the furthering of Austin Symphony Orchestra's education programs.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 5:25 PM
AUSTIN
Souper Bowl of Caring food drive kicks off
The Super Bowl is just around the corner and local food banks are hoping to score big this year with the the Souper Bowl of Caring. It's the largest food and fund drive in Central Texas.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 1:16 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
SAN MARCOS
Man gets 40 years for sexual assault of 2 children
San Marcos resident Gregory Anthony Rodriguez was convicted in November of aggravated sexual assault of two minor children.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 4:50 PM

Texas, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas Roundup, Dallas County, Harris County, El Paso County, El Paso, Webb County, Laredo
Ex-Teacher charged with improper relationship
Red Cross needs shelter for fire victims
El Paso wants feds to consider legalizing drugs

International, US, Beyond Texas
Report: Al-Qaida No. 2 blames Obama for Gaza
Feinstein says Senate should seat Burris
Brain pacemaker helps Parkinson's, but with risks

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AUSTIN
'Horns win another one for the ages
Texas quarterback Colt McCoy put together a miracle drive in the final seconds. Watch post-game highlights and coach and player reactions to the game.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 8:11 AM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
'Horns win another one for the ages
Straus presumptive House speaker; Smithee, Gattis withdraw
AUSTIN
Straus presumptive House speaker; Smithee, Gattis withdraw
San Antonio Rep. Joe Straus announced he has the support of more than 100 Texas House members. Meanwhile, State Reps. John Smithee and Dan Gattis pull out of the race.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/6/2009 9:11 AM
AUSTIN
APD reacts to DOJ report on minority complaints
The Austin Police Department responded to the recommendations made in a Department of Justice probe Monday.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/5/2009 8:09 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
APD reacts to DOJ report on minority complaints
HARKER HEIGHTS
Harker Heights business development continues in 2009
The Chamber of Commerce, businesses and Bell County residents have a lot to say about the new businesses coming to their area.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 7:33 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
AUSTIN
Austin teacher named national award finalist
Candy Ellard teaches at Pillow Elementary School and she's up for a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 9:15 PM
AUSTIN
Firefighters battle 2 overnight residential fires
Firefighters worked to put out two separate residential fires early Tuesday morning. The first fire happened in Manor, and the second occurred in Webberville.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 10:34 AM
AUSTIN
Burnt orange-clad fans celebrate monumental win
UT fans are likely still celebrating Monday night's Fiesta Bowl victory. Many are already drawing comparisons of McCoy's game-winning drive to Vince Young's 2005 Rose Bowl performance.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/6/2009 8:52 AM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
CALDWELL COUNTY
Caldwell County burn ban lifted
Officials said drought conditions still remain and the risk of fire is still high across Central Texas, although Caldwell County's burn ban has been lifted.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 1:43 PM
WACO
Windows shot out of about 75 vehicles in Waco area
Waco police say they believe someone may be trying out a gun, resulting in dozens of vehicles having their windows shot out.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 9:19 PM
AUSTIN
Texas infrastructure report card not improving
According to a recent report released by the Texas Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers, the state received an overall grade of C- in the areas of roads, highways, bridges and dams.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 4:01 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...



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