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October 2, 2023

KUT Afternoon Newscast for October 2, 2023

By: Trey Shaar

Central Texas top stories for October 2, 2023. Rain, cooler-than-normal weather expected later this week. Century-old diseased tree at Barton Springs Pool to be removed this week. Special session focused on “education” expected this month. Austin looking to close gaps in Shoal Creek Trail. Gas prices getting lower. Texas faces OU this weekend in Dallas.


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April 7, 2025

KUT Afternoon Newscast for April 7, 2025: Federal funding cuts could impact Austin’s flood risk mitigation plans.

Central Texas top stories for April 7, 2025. Austin Energy is warning about fraudulent phone calls. The Trump administration is clawing back millions in federal dollars that would have helped to address flood risks in Austin. We started this week with temperatures dipping into the 30s in Austin.

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April 7, 2025

KUT Morning Newscast for April 7, 2025: A second child in Texas died from measles.  

Central Texas top stories for April 7, 2025. A bill that could shut down Austin’s Equity Office is one step closer to the Texas governor’s desk. The Trump administration’s cuts to funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture are affecting food banks across the country, including here in Austin. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. […]

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April 4, 2025

KUT Afternoon Newscast for April 4, 2025: Austin ISD could close Dobie Middle School to avoid a state takeover of the entire district.

Central Texas top stories for April 4, 2025. Authorities say dozens of people arrested in Hays County this week are connected to a Venezuelan gang. Austin ISD is considering closing Dobie Middle School because it has received too many failing grades from the state. The Texas women’s basketball team will play defending national champion South […]

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April 4, 2025

KUT Morning Newscast for April 4, 2025: Austin Public Health lost funding due to federal budget cuts.

Central Texas top stories for April 4, 2025. Austin Public Health leadership says the agency has lost funding due to recent budget cuts at federal health agencies. Construction of an extension of the 183A toll road in Leander is nearing completion. Drivers trying to get an emissions inspection right now may experience delays. Texas women’s […]

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April 3, 2025

KUT Afternoon Newscast for April 3, 2025: Austin-area businesses are bracing for the effects of tariffs.

Central Texas top stories for April 3, 2025. Businesses big and small here in the Austin area are bracing for the effects of the tariffs. Today is the last day to register to vote in the May 3rd local elections. A formerly indicted Austin police officer will serve on the state police oversight board. The […]

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April 3, 2025

KUT Morning Newscast for April 3, 2025: Today is the last day to register to vote in the May local election. 

Central Texas top stories for April 3, 2025. Local elections are happening on May 3, here’s what you need to know. More than 40 people, including minors, were arrested in Hays County earlier this week; officials believe they were part of Tren de Aragua. Local animal shelters and rescue organizations are getting ready for an […]

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April 2, 2025

KUT Afternoon Newscast for April 2, 2025: Austin-area teens are teaching their peers how to get involved in the political process.

Central Texas top stories for April 2, 2025. Homelessness is on the rise among people under the age of 25. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is close to deciding whether to challenge Senator John Cornyn in next year’s primary election. Save Our Springs is suing in state court over the plan to expand MoPac through […]

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April 2, 2025

KUT Morning Newscast for April 2, 2025: The City of Austin is working with a non-profit to help improve access to housing.

Central Texas top stories for April 2, 2025. A new nonprofit is using City of Austin money to help house people experiencing homelessness. The Texas Senate passed a bill that would require people to provide proof of citizenship to register to vote in state elections. The deadline to vote in May’s local elections is tomorrow. […]

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