Shoal Creek Trail

KUT Afternoon Newscast for November 4, 2025: It’s Election Day. Here’s what you need to know.

Central Texas top stories for November 4, 2025. Austin voters are weighing in on a proposed property tax increase. What to know before heading to the polls. Travis County Commissioners Court voted today to spend $500,000 dollars on food for people in need. A section of the Shoal Creek Trail that runs along North Lamar Boulevard is about to get an upgrade.

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KUT Morning Newscast for May 31, 2024

Central Texas top stories for May 31, 2024. The city of Austin is looking to make flood insurance more affordable. The City of Austin is conducting a national search for its next Police Chief and wants to know resident’s opinions. A recent UT graduate is helping make a park in Round Rock more accessible for children of all abilities. Austin city leaders approved funding to enhance and expand the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. Austin Police are trying to put a dent in the number of Hyundai and Kia thefts. San Marcos storm cleanup. Chris Riley Bend. Texas Softball opens Women’s College World Series tournament with a win.

KUT Afternoon Newscast for October 2, 2023

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.