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EXCLUSIVE: Collin Thomas opens up about living with the Austin bomber

Six months after police tracked down Mark Conditt, one of his roommates sat down with KXAN to provide insight on what life was like living with the Austin bomber.
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Get cell phone alerts for natural disasters and event disruptions 10 hours ago

Carter says if you want the alerts you have to register a cell phone number with Warn Central Texas.
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Crime
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Austin Justice Coalition co-founder arrested for assault, police say 7 hours ago

Thirty-year-old Chas Moore was arrested Tuesday after an altercation with his former manager at Recess Arcade Bar on Sixth Street, police say.
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Updated Vandal targeting Muslim-owned business strikes again 49 mins ago

An emergency safety meeting has been scheduled for Friday evening after multiple incidents of vandalism.
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Updated Drake fan: New heart 'feels different, but in a good way' 35 mins ago

The suburban Chicago girl who received a heart transplant after dancing her way into a meeting with Drake says she's feeling great.
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National News
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California makes people ask for straws with their sodas and kid meals 2 hours ago

If you want a straw with your drink or a soda with a kids' meal at a California restaurant, you'll need to ask for them starting next year.
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How Texas towns use social media to make budgets understandable 3 hours ago

Budgets and property taxes can be complicated and confusing, but some Texas cities say snapping, tweeting or posting key details can help get the point across.
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Crime
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3 suspects sought in San Marcos apartment shooting 4 hours ago

Officers were called to the Lodge Apartments at 1975 Aquarena Springs Dr. at 12:22 a.m. Thursday for a report of shots fired.
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Austin
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Lamar Boulevard under railroad bridge brightens up with new artwork 4 hours ago

Things are changing under the Lamar Boulevard railroad bridge underpass. The art installation along it is getting a makeover, but it is only temporary.
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National News

Student pilot attempts to steal jet in Florida 6 hours ago

Florida authorities say a 22-year-old student pilot has been charged with criminal attempt to steal an American Airlines jet during an incident that shut down Orlando Melbourne Regional Airport for...
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National News

Trespasser attacked by lion at California zoo 7 hours ago

Officials say trespasser climbed several fences he was attacked by a lion at California's Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
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National News

WATCH: Gas pump erupts into flames after driver backs into it 7 hours ago

Mobile Police say a man intentionally rammed his car into a gas pump, starting a fire at the station.
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Austin

UT researchers find health company data can help predict flu risk 5 hours ago

Researchers say more data from companies can help predict how long flu season will run and how severe it will be.
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