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Dallas Mavericks are reportedly eyeing a trade for Klay Thompson this offseason, as his scoring output dipped to a career-low 11.7 PPG and his FG% fell to 39.3% — though his 38.3% three-point shooting remains solid. With the team prioritizing a trade over a buyout, per Marc Stein, and in the midst of a rebuild led by new GM Masai Ujiri and coach Dusty May, Thompson’s role as a sixth man last seaso...

The Club World Cup left Seattle buzzing—but now the real test begins: can the city turn temporary glamour into lasting change? With downtown thriving during the event thanks to boosted security and cleanliness, business owners are demanding permanent solutions like housing and jobs to tackle homelessness, not just band-aid fixes. Advocates warn that while some areas got a makeover, others still su...

A Plano ISD teacher with 25 years of experience was arrested for allegedly sexually abusing multiple children, including an 8-year-old student at Brinker Elementary. The case was uncovered after parents contacted police over the July 4th weekend, leading to the identification of at least two victims. The school board swiftly terminated his employment, calling the behavior “reprehensible” and reaff...

San Antonio’s about to get a major caffeine and donut upgrade — Tim Hortons is rolling into town with a bold move: three locations before the first one even opens. The third spot, rumored to be at the former Starbucks on Blanco and Loop 1604, could be ready by mid-November. Local franchise group CO3 Brands is already teasing the nearly finished first cafe, building buzz as they race to plant roots...

Toby Neugebauer, former CEO and major shareholder of Fermi, has paused his push to seize board control—but not because he’s backing down, just because timing’s off. He wanted to install directors to push a sale of the company, believing it’s the best way to protect shareholder value. But with a judge recusing himself from his lawsuit and delays in appointing new directors, he’s temporarily shelved...

The Texas Rangers are surging to first place in their division thanks to an unexpected hero: pitcher Jacob Latz. Once slated as a non-starter, Latz has seized his opportunity in relief, becoming the team’s most reliable closer and earning his first All-Star nod. Opponents are hitting just 12.5% against him, he’s striking out more than he walks, and he’s even pitching multiple innings — rare for a...

Austin PD is urgently seeking witnesses after a fatal car crash on the westbound service road of US-290 near the 9200 block killed one man—marking Austin’s 44th traffic fatality in 2026. Authorities are still investigating and ask anyone with info, no matter how small, to come forward. Call APD Vehicular Homicide Unit at 512-974-8111 or Crime Stoppers at 512-472-8477 (online or anonymous). Your ti...

A stunning new deep-sea fish has been discovered in the Pacific, glowing with eerie blue bioluminescence at depths over 2,000 feet—its light likely a tool for navigation and hunting in the crushing dark. Found using cutting-edge submersibles, this species underscores how much of our oceans remain uncharted and teeming with life. Scientists are buzzing about its unique biology, which could unlock b...

A tragic shooting in Houston leaves Lorenzo Salgado Araujo dead at the hands of ICE agents — but new details reveal he wasn’t their target. Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia confronts the acting ICE Director, who admits agents had warrants for others and that Salgado Araujo and his brother were not the intended subjects. Compounding the mystery: no body or dashcam footage exists. Despite billions in ICE...

A heartbreaking lawsuit has been filed against Target after a ten-month-old girl, Esther Jo, died after swallowing a water bead from a toy sold at the store. Despite the product being recalled just two months after her death, parents allege Target ignored known dangers and failed to act sooner. The baby’s tragic passing, marked by rapid decline after ingesting the expanding bead, has left her fami...

Texas’s landmark Dream Act, which granted in-state tuition to undocumented students who graduated from Texas high schools, has been struck down by a federal appeals court — a major blow to thousands of students who relied on the policy to afford college. The Fifth Circuit ruled that federal law prohibits states from offering residency-based tuition breaks to undocumented students unless it’s avail...

A massive rescue is underway for 30 beluga whales stranded at Marineland in Niagara Falls since 2024, as the park struggled to fund their care and threatened to euthanize them without help. Now, with NOAA coordinating, 28 whales are being relocated to accredited U.S. aquariums—including SeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld San Diego, the Shedd in Chicago, and the Georgia Aquarium—while two will go to a...

New research challenges the long-held myth of drinking eight glasses a day—finding our bodies’ natural thirst signals are often more accurate than rigid rules. Scientists analyzed data from 5,000+ people and discovered hydration needs vary by activity, climate, and health, paving the way for personalized, intuitive hydration habits instead of one-size-fits-all advice. Listen in comfort: Get a disc...

Emmy-nominated SNL host Connor Storrie is making his mark on “Criminal Minds: Evolution,” starring as the emotionally driven, dangerously obsessive ex-boyfriend Lance Kingston — a suspect entangled in the BAU’s hunt for Sicarius. His four-episode arc kicks off July 11 in “The Witching Hour,” and his performance has already expanded his role thanks to his magnetic chemistry and depth. With Storrie’...

Word nerds, this one’s for you: Scientists cracked Wordle with 99% accuracy using Shannon entropy—turning guesswork into math. Feed it your clues, and it picks the move that eliminates the most possibilities. Born from a college assignment, this algorithm turned homework into published research—and proves math isn’t just theory, it’s your cheat code for smarter decisions, even in five-letter games...

Democratic Socialists of America are set to unveil a radical new push next week: abolishing the U.S. Senate entirely. Backed by AOC and Mayor Mamdani, the group is also advocating for sweeping changes like ending deportations, removing immigration controls, and letting non-citizens vote — all part of their vision for a “new democratic constitution.” While energizing for progressives, the plan has...

A 26-year-old woman, Sierra Rodriguez, has been arrested in connection with the brutal murder of 74-year-old Michael Shelton, found dead in his Austin home after a week-long disappearance. Blood evidence—including a handprint matching her ring finger, bloody knives, and contaminated linens—points to a violent struggle. Investigators uncovered surveillance cameras removed from the home, Shelton’s t...

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Texas Education Agency slams Houston ISD for violating special education rules, finding the district illegally moved students to schools without valid IEP justification and even retroactively altered IEPs to fit desired placements. Parents and federal investigators are already sounding alarms over potential segregation and systemic noncompliance, especially as the district pushes forward with a co...

Two young lives lost in a tragic early morning shooting outside a northeast Austin nightclub—Layla Williamson, 19, and VT Wood-Davion Olden Hornsby, 23—knew each other and were victims of an escalating altercation amid a crowd of hundreds. Hornsby died at the scene; Williamson succumbed to injuries at the hospital. Authorities confirm no public threat remains as they investigate what unfolded in t...

Javonte Williams exploded onto the scene in 2025, smashing 1,200 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns to revitalize the Cowboys’ offense — yet he didn’t make ESPN’s top 10 RB list in 2026. Instead of dwelling, he’s channeling that snub into fuel, proving his breakout was just the beginning. Signed as a gamble last offseason after injury woes, he delivered exactly what Dallas needed: a relentless workho...

Heatwaves are deadly—especially for seniors without air conditioning. A UT Austin study shows many single-family homes in Austin become life-threatening if the power goes out. That’s why Family Eldercare, with KXAN’s help, is running its annual Summer Fan Drive through September 15th. Drop off box fans or donations at KXAN HQ or Roger Beasley Mazda locations. If you need a fan, they’ve got distrib...

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