Central Texas top stories for June 12, 2025. A Flood Watch is in effect for much of Central Texas until 7 p.m. Austin’s Mayor Kirk Watson says he was notified that the Texas National Guard will be ready to respond to protests this weekend. A report says the TCEQ permitted three new natural gas power plant projects in violation of the Clean Air Act. A judge has ruled a redevelopment of the former Statesman offices can go forward after a challenge from Save Our Springs Alliance.
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KUT Morning Newscast for May 30, 2025: Austin has paid out $27 million to people injured by police during 2020 racial justice protests.
Central Texas top stories for May 30, 2025. After Wednesday’s storms and floodings, officials are asking residents not to drive through low water crossings. Wednesday’s storms brought rain, hail and wind speeds up to 85 mph, but only to some parts of town, here’s why. Power outages continue in Austin after storms. Five years after protests following George Floyd’s murder, Austin has finally settled nearly 30 lawsuits over police conduct.
KUT Morning Newscast for May 28, 2025: A bill targeting cities over their homelessness policies failed this week in the Texas House.
Central Texas top stories for May 28, 2025. We had a rainy morning, and severe storms are also a possibility for the Austin area this afternoon. A bill targeting cities over their homelessness policies failed this week in the Texas House. The Austin Independent School District plans to create a school mental health center at Martin Middle School.
KUT Morning Newscast for May 6, 2025: Austin firefighters are struggling to meet their goal for response times.
Central Texas top stories for May 6, 2025. Travis County us suing Nate Paul, an Austin developer tied to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, for over millions of dollars. Austin firefighters are struggling to meet their goal for response times. May tends to be the rainiest month of the year in the Austin area, but we still need more rain to recover from the drought.
Central Texas top stories for February 4, 2025: Texas Senate to begin debate on school vouchers.
Central Texas top stories for February 4, 2025. The Texas Senate is set to begin the debate on school vouchers today. Texas Governor Greg Abbott is calling for a “Texas-sized investment” to secure the state’s water supply. Here’s how tariffs could impact your economy. We hit record high temperatures yesterday.
KUT Morning Newscast for October 16, 2024
Central Texas top stories for October 16, 2024. Republican U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and his Democratic challenger, Congressman Colin Allred, squared off in a debate last night, listen to the details. Travis County is asking voters to approve a tax rate hike this November to expand access to childcare for low- and middle-income families. The median sales price of homes in the Austin area fell last month, but that was not the case inside the city limits. Austin had the highest temperature ever recorded in October.
KUT Morning Newscast for July 10, 2024
Central Texas top stories for July 10, 2024. Officials are advising people and pets to avoid all contact with algae in the Highland Lakes. How come hurricanes rarely make it to Central Texas? The LCRA is expanding its rebate program for water conservation projects.
KUT Afternoon Newscast for January 22, 2024
Central Texas top stories for January 22, 2024. Flood advisories possible with this week’s rain. How the rain will impact drought conditions. The City of Austin will issue an apology to sexual assault victims. Reactions to the City of Austin hiring former APD chief Art Acevedo. The City of Kyle is now “storm ready.” Leander water restrictions during pipeline repairs. Austin ISD might vote on their next permanent superintendent this week.
KUT Morning Newscast for August 21 2023
Central Texas top stories for August 21 2023. Austin Police Chief retires. Death Star bill. Hays CISD Dismissals. National Weather Service. Pet Fire Safety. Austin FC.
KUT Morning Newscast for August 1, 2022
Central Texas top stories for August 1, 2022. Last month was the hottest July on record in Austin. Austin Community College employees await detasils on pay raises. Central Health’s Community Health Champions program has new members joining. Remembering Austin radio icon John Aielli.
Texas Standard: February 1, 2022
This year’s first test of the state’s power grid; what to do to prepare for wintry weather on the way. Also, the Texas politician who apparently has his eyes on a 2024 presidential bid…if Donald Trump isn’t running, that is. Plus, what to look for in the upcoming primaries. These stories and more, today on the Texas Standard: