Central Texas top stories for May 19, 2025. How the potential cuts to Medicaid spending could affect Texas. A new Artificial Intelligence data center is planned for the San Marcos area. Today is the last day for Travis County residents and park visitors to give feedback on the 2026 Travis County Parks Comprehensive Plan. Scottie Scheffler has solidified his position as the world’s top ranked golfer.
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Documentary tells story of landmark Texas archaeological site
As the clock ticks down on the legislative session, how close is Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to completing his wish list?
Weekend balloting across Texas brings some big local changes. We’ll hear from reporters statewide.
Texans dominate at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson golf tournament in McKinney.
The documentary “The Stones Are Speaking” tells the story of Michael Collins, the man who helped open the Gault site to researchers.
And: Who’ll be the next mayor of San Antonio? Voters have narrowed a field of 27 candidates down to two.
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All eyes are on Texan Scottie Scheffler at the Masters
More than 500 student visas are revoked, many in Texas. What’s happened, why and what could come next.
With Texas lawmakers considering bills affecting public schools, how some students are deciding to get involved themselves.
Tech companies are teaming up with video game makers to develop new standards for accessibility.
A golden age of Texas golf is shining bright in Augusta. Kevin Robbins talks about No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, the Texas showing at the Masters and his latest reporting for Texas Monthly.
Also: As we continue to celebrate the Texas Standard’s 10th birthday, we’re sharing our top 10 Typewriter Rodeo poems.
KUT Morning Newscast for August 5, 2024
Central Texas top stories for August 5, 2024. AISD’s Board of Trustees is considering calling a tax rate election to generate more revenue for the district. City officials and the Austin Police Department are working on finalizing a labor contract by the end of the summer. Election officials in Williamson County say they plan to purchase pre-numbered paper ballots ahead of the November election. Travis County has a new website that’s intended to provide easy access to resources for sexual assault survivors ATXBelieves.org. Barton Springs is temporarily closed after Sunday’s storms. Longhorns had a busy weekend at the Paris Olympics.
KUT Morning Newscast for April 15, 2024
Central Texas top stories for April 15, 2024. Property appraisals are down for the second year in a row. Homeless resource system. Polly the Pekin duck is getting a prosthetic beak. Former Texas Longhorn Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters.