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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) will deploy poll watchers to “major counties” across the state on Election Day.

https://www.kxan.com/news/texas-politics/texas-ag-deploying-rapid-response-legal-team-to-polling-places-on-election-day/

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WSPA) - Krispy Kreme is sweetening Election Day by offering all guests a free original glazed doughnut at participating stores. According to its website, Krispy Kreme's 'Doughmoc...

https://www.kxan.com/news/krispy-kreme-to-sweeten-election-day-with-doughmocracy-celebration/

There are five people on your ballot to become Austin's next mayor, including incumbent Mayor Kirk Watson.

https://www.kxan.com/news/your-local-election-hq/whos-running-for-austin-mayor/

Texas voters could decide control of the United States Senate this year. Democratic Congressman Colin Allred is challenging incumbent Republican Sen. Ted Cruz for Senate in a race that has attrac...

https://www.kxan.com/news/your-local-election-hq/ted-cruz-colin-allred-vie-for-texas-seat-in-us-senate/

Although the No. 5 Longhorns have looked capable of an SEC championship and a College Football Playoff run, Sarkisian and the team understand that there is more to be improved. 

https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/longhorns-seek-to-regain-offensive-mojo-in-sec-play/

Republican Daniel W. Betts is challenging incumbent Democrat José Garza for Travis County district attorney. Garza defeated a challenger during the primary election in March with nearly 67% of t...

https://www.kxan.com/news/your-local-election-hq/incumbent-jose-garza-faces-daniel-betts-in-travis-county-da-race/

Central Texas voters will choose whether or not to decriminalize marijuana in their cities this Election Day. 

https://www.kxan.com/news/your-local-election-hq/bastrop-lockhart-to-vote-on-marijuana-decriminalization/

Williamson County voters will have to choose between an incumbent constable, Matthew Lindemann, and their current Sheriff, Mike Gleason in the November 5 election.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/williamson-county/heres-whats-on-the-ballot-for-williamson-county/

Congressional districts are adjusted based on population changes tracked by the U.S. Census, but did you know wealth could also play a part in how the areas are divided?

https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/where-are-texas-wealthiest-congressional-districts/

Here’s a breakdown of the candidates running for election in Districts 2, 4, 6, 7, and 10.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/5-austin-city-council-seats-up-for-grabs-what-to-know-about-the-candidates/

HAYS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- From a $400 million transportation bond to the sheriff's race, here's what to know about the items on the ballot in Hays County. Transportation bond Hays County will ...

https://www.kxan.com/news/your-local-election-hq/heres-whats-on-the-ballot-for-hays-county/

This live blog will be updated with new Election Day information. Stick with KXAN for the latest election updates.

https://www.kxan.com/news/your-local-election-hq/live-blog-texas-general-election-2024/

The Buda Police Department warned Buda and Hays County residents to be aware of a phone scam asking victims to pay the caller "significant" amounts of money through bitcoin, crypto-currency, or a...

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/buda-police-warn-of-phone-scam-impacting-buda-hays-county-residents/

The move comes after Secretary of State Jane Nelson said state law bars federal monitors from being inside polling locations. Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office also wants to block monitors f...

https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/texas-sues-to-block-u-s-justice-department-from-monitoring-states-elections/

Sunshine will make a quick comeback midweek ahead of a turn to wetter weather on Thursday. -Kristen Currie

https://www.kxan.com/weather/forecast/todays-forecast/

Freshman Tre Johnson led all scorers with 29 points and five rebounds for the Longhorns, and Arthur Kaluma and Kadin Shedrick each had 10. The rest of the Longhorns shot a combined 7 of 29 (24.1%...

https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/ohio-state-starts-hot-texas-doesnt-in-80-72-buckeyes-victory-in-las-vegas/

On Monday, the Texas Supreme Court rejected an emergency motion from the Travis County Republican Party (TCRP) that aimed to force the Travis County Clerk to replace election officials at polling...

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/travis-county/texas-supreme-court-rejects-travis-county-gop-appeal-to-replace-poll-workers/

The results of a clinical trial published this week found that the active ingredient in the diabetes and weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy was linked with a near halving of reported pain...

https://www.kxan.com/news/ozempic-reduces-knee-osteoarthritis-pain-by-almost-half-study/

But make sure to have a box of tissues nearby when you watch, because the entire season is an emotional journey for everyone involved in the race.

https://www.kxan.com/news/national-news/reality-tv-show-connects-adopted-louisiana-woman-to-her-biological-family/

Judge Angelo Foglietta refused to block the giveaways in a one-page order with no explanation. He said he would detail his reasoning in writing separately.

https://www.kxan.com/news/pennsylvania-judge-refuses-to-block-musks-1m-giveaways/

A 41-year-old man died Monday morning after being buried under hot asphalt while trying to repair his dump truck in Mississippi, authorities said.

https://www.kxan.com/news/man-dies-after-being-buried-under-hot-asphalt-in-mississippi/

"It's not going to happen. It's going to be an empty campaign promise" Terrell County Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland, a vocal Trump ally, said.

https://www.kxan.com/news/texas-politics/texas-senators-law-enforcement-downplay-trumps-promise-of-mass-deportation/

One person is dead after a motorcycle crash that happened over the weekend in north Austin, the Austin Police Department said in a news release Monday.

https://www.kxan.com/news/apd-1-dead-after-north-austin-motorcycle-crash/

The Texas Department of Public Safety confirmed that someone died during a Friday night officer-involved shooting near a Round Rock McDonald’s.

https://www.kxan.com/news/crime/dps-one-dead-in-friday-night-officer-involved-shooting-at-round-rock-mcdonalds/

Fire misses family's home in Bastrop County, after burned down twice before.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/bastrop-county/fire-misses-familys-home-in-bastrop-county-after-burned-down-twice-before/

A wildfire in Bastrop County that started over the weekend is now prompting Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) to seek people to help foster more than 100 dogs, the nonprofit organization said in an email...

https://www.kxan.com/news/austin-pets-alive-seeking-emergency-fosters-due-to-bastrop-county-wildfire/

It's been nearly 24 years since Texas saw no deaths reported on state roadways, with the last deathless day recorded on Nov. 7, 2000.

https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/texas-campaign-to-target-24-year-streak-of-daily-deaths-on-state-roads/

As Austin city and transportation officials work to deliver the city's inaugural light rail line, area chamber leaders are throwing their support behind concerted efforts to extend that line to t...

https://www.kxan.com/traffic/traffic-projects/austin-chambers-advocate-for-light-rail-to-airport-extension/

Looking to get rid of your extra Halloween candy? A few local and national groups are collecting candy to send to troops overseas.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/where-can-you-donate-extra-halloween-candy-in-central-texas/

Popovich, 75, has coached the Spurs since 1996 and is considered to be one of the greatest basketball coaches of all time.

https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/basketball-hall-of-famer-gregg-popovich-suffers-health-issue-to-be-sidelined-indefinitely/

Police said that by registering, camera owners can "help reduce the need for door-to-door canvassing currently conducted by patrol officers and detectives."

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/kyle/kyle-pd-launches-real-time-crime-center-says-people-businesses-can-register-cameras-for-police-access/

Despite the roller coaster the Florida Gators have been on this season, Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian isn't about to take the team he calls "arguably the best-looking team in the SEC" lightly.

https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/no-5-longhorns-to-host-arguably-the-best-looking-team-in-the-sec-saturday/

Each year, the Atlantic Hurricane Season officially runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. Follow along as we track each storm throughout the season.

https://www.kxan.com/weather/2024-tropical-timeline-tracker/

We're keeping track of all the numbers in what is set to be another busy year at AUS. Follow along with our interactive charts.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-airport/2024-aus-passenger-stats/

The time change could have a negative impact on your health, especially your heart.

https://www.kxan.com/news/simplehealth/local-cardiologist-warns-time-change-associated-with-daylight-saving-ups-heart-risks/

KXAN is keeping track of how many Texans have voted in the Nov. 5 general election.

https://www.kxan.com/news/your-local-election-hq/november-2024-turnout-tracker/

Police identified Tyler Cochran, 30, as the victim.

https://www.kxan.com/news/1-arrested-in-connection-to-deadly-austin-nightclub-shooting/

Follow along as we track the Longhorns' performance throughout the 2024 season.

https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/longhorn-football-stats-2024/

KXAN is keeping track of the number of homicides in the City of Austin in 2024. An interactive map shows where those homicides have occurred.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-homicide-map-2024/

KXAN is keeping track of wildfires this year. Our interactive map and database will be kept updated as new information becomes available.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/2024-central-texas-wildfire-map/

KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2024 brings.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/austin-2024-weather-data/

Donald Trump delivered a profane and conspiracy-laden speech two days before Tuesday's presidential election, talking about reporters being shot and suggesting he “shouldn't have left” the ...

https://www.kxan.com/news/trump-talks-about-reporters-being-shot-says-he-shouldnt-have-left-white-house-after-2020-loss/

Need a little help understanding the Gen Alpha kids? You're not alone, according to a new ranking of the most Googled slang words of 2024.

https://www.kxan.com/news/see-the-10-most-searched-for-slang-words-of-2024/

A new technology known by doctors as "heart in a box" is being used at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego and it is helping save the lives of those who need a heart transplant.

https://www.kxan.com/news/new-heart-in-a-box-technology-expands-reach-of-donor-hearts/

Austin, Texas, is the most debt-ridden city among the 50 largest metros, according to a LendingTree analysis.

https://www.kxan.com/news/austin-is-no-1-debt-ridden-city-in-the-us-analysis/

The No. 9 Texas volleyball team lost its third consecutive five-set match Sunday to rival Oklahoma at Gregory Gym.

https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/horns-report/longhorns-volleyball-fall-to-rival-sooners-lose-3rd-consecutive-5-set-match/

This November, millions of Americans will head to polling stations across the country to cast their votes — for a slate of electors.

https://www.kxan.com/news/political-news/why-doesnt-the-popular-vote-determine-the-president/

Normally, taking a photo is simple: Click a button on your phone and look at it instantly. But now it's a walk down memory lane as a nostalgic device makes a comeback.

https://www.kxan.com/news/heres-why-these-nostalgic-cameras-are-making-a-comeback/

"There's reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."

https://www.kxan.com/news/james-van-der-beek-of-dawsons-creek-shares-cancer-diagnosis/

A wildfire in Bastrop County is causing evacuations, according to county officials.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/bastrop-county/bastrop-county-wildfire-causing-some-evacuations-sunday/