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AUSTIN
TxDOT reduces Trans Texas Corridor to bits and pieces
The Texas Department of Transporation says it plans to eliminate the proposed Trans Texas Corridor network, in favor of smaller versions of the original plan.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 10:35 AM
AUSTIN
Austin association reports 3-percent drop in home prices
The Home Builders Association of Austin said that while the city is still doing better than other parts of the country, we're not out of the woods yet.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 3:54 PM
WILLIAMSON COUNTY
Wilco Democrats win a House seat and open doors
When the Texas Legislature convenes next week, Williamson County will have a new advocate. That advocate is helping keep Wilco's Democratic doors open.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 2:48 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
Wilco Democrats win a House seat and open doors
'Horns win another one for the ages
AUSTIN
'Horns win another one for the ages
Texas quarterback Colt McCoy put together a miracle drive in the final seconds. Watch post-game highlights and coach and player reactions to the game.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 8:11 AM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
AUSTIN
Straus presumptive House speaker; Smithee, Gattis withdraw
San Antonio Rep. Joe Straus announced he has the support of more than 100 Texas House members. Meanwhile, State Reps. John Smithee and Dan Gattis pull out of the race.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/6/2009 9:11 AM
Straus presumptive House speaker; Smithee, Gattis withdraw
AUSTIN
Souper Bowl of Caring food drive kicks off
The Super Bowl is just around the corner and local food banks are hoping to score big this year with the the Souper Bowl of Caring. It's the largest food and fund drive in Central Texas.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 1:16 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
AUSTIN
APD reacts to DOJ report on minority complaints
The Austin Police Department responded to the recommendations made in a Department of Justice probe Monday.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/5/2009 8:09 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
HARKER HEIGHTS
Harker Heights business development continues in 2009
The Chamber of Commerce, businesses and Bell County residents have a lot to say about the new businesses coming to their area.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 7:33 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
AUSTIN
Austin teacher named national award finalist
Candy Ellard teaches at Pillow Elementary School and she's up for a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 9:15 PM
AUSTIN
Firefighters battle 2 overnight residential fires
Firefighters worked to put out two separate residential fires early Tuesday morning. The first fire happened in Manor, and the second occurred in Webberville.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 10:34 AM

Texas, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas Roundup, Dallas County, Harris County, El Paso County, El Paso, Webb County, Laredo
Skilling convictions upheld; will get resentenced
Airlines fly into new year with wave of fare sales
2 contractors pled guilty in corruption case

International, US, Beyond Texas
Israeli strike near UN school kills at least 30
Pakistani president calls for foreign support, not troops
Obama bans earmarks from big economic package

Travis County, Williamson County, Hays County, Bastrop County, Caldwell County, Austin, Pflugerville, Lake Travis, Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, Taylor, San Marcos, Central Texas News, Central Texas, Bastrop, Elgin, Smithville, Lockhart, Luling, Martindale, Buda, Dripping Springs, Kyle, Wimberley, Bee Cave, Del Valle, Lago Vista, Lakeway, Manor, Hutto, Liberty Hill, Thrall, Bell County, Belton, Fort Hood, Harker Heights, Killeen, Temple, Blanco County, Blanco, Johnson City, Burnet County, Bertram, Burnet, Spicewood, Comal County, New Braunfels, Gillespie County, Fredericksburg, Stonewall, Llano County, Buchanan Dam, Llano, McLennan County, Waco, Milam County, Rockdale, Thorndale
AUSTIN
Burnt orange-clad fans celebrate monumental win
UT fans are likely still celebrating Monday night's Fiesta Bowl victory. Many are already drawing comparisons of McCoy's game-winning drive to Vince Young's 2005 Rose Bowl performance.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/6/2009 8:52 AM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
Burnt orange-clad fans celebrate monumental win
CALDWELL COUNTY
Caldwell County burn ban lifted
Officials said drought conditions still remain and the risk of fire is still high across Central Texas, although Caldwell County's burn ban has been lifted.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 1:43 PM
WACO
Windows shot out of about 75 vehicles in Waco area
Waco police say they believe someone may be trying out a gun, resulting in dozens of vehicles having their windows shot out.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 9:19 PM
Texas infrastructure report card not improving
AUSTIN
Texas infrastructure report card not improving
According to a recent report released by the Texas Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers, the state received an overall grade of C- in the areas of roads, highways, bridges and dams.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 4:01 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
CEDAR PARK
Woman robs Cedar Park bank
Police say shortly after 2 p.m. Monday, a woman robbed the Community State Bank and left in a red Pontiac. They are asking your help in identifying the woman.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 7:37 PM
Woman robs Cedar Park bank
KYLE
Police need help identifying bank robber
Kyle police have released a surveillance image of a woman who robbed the bank inside H-E-B Plus in Kyle Saturday.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 5:49 PM
AUSTIN
Can I change my name without a lawyer?
Is it possible to change your name without the assistance of a lawyer? News 8's Luke Ellis says yes, it is and he maps out guidelines on how to change your name.
FULL STORY >> 1/6/2009 2:16 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
AUSTIN
Portions of Zilker Park closed for renovations
ACL Festival organizers C3 Presents are paying $2.5 million to improve the park over the next few months. It always takes a beating during ACL with all the foot traffic, but you can expect to see a more lush, green park by spring.
FULL STORY >> 1/4/2009 6:11 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
AUSTIN
Boy Scouts reach pinnacle ranks as Eagle Scout
Local Boy Scouts are receiving top honors as Eagle Scouts. News 8's Karina Kling talks to one of the young future leaders about his accomplishment.
FULL STORY >> 1/5/2009 2:00 PM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...
AUSTIN
Craddick drops bid for speaker race
Texas House Speaker Tom Craddick throws in the towel, leaving the hotly contested race for speaker between Rep. Joe Straus (R) San Antonio and new opponent Rep. John Smithee (R) Amarillo.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 1/5/2009 7:53 AM Watch Video...Add to Video Cart...



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