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Study validates Travis County drivers' frustration

Austin

The Texas Department of Transportation ranked the top 100 congested roads in Texas, with the stretch of Interstate-35 in Austin making the top five.

Study validates Travis County drivers' frustration

Updated 8:10 AM

Redistricting tools to help improve transparency

Austin

A fair and transparent approach to redistricting is what state lawmakers hope will happen with a few new advancements in technology.

Redistricting tools to help improve transparency

09/01/2010 05:50 PM

1st Calvary Division, 1st to deploy in 'Operation New Dawn'

Bell County

One day after President Barack Obama addressed the nation and declared it "time to turn the page" in Iraq, the 1st Cavalry Division's 4th Brigade Combat Team cased its colors, in the last formal ceremony before the troops arrive in Iraq as the first advise and assist brigade to deploy in support of "Operation New Dawn."

1st Calvary Division, 1st to deploy in 'Operation New Dawn'

Updated 8:29 AM

Race promoters reveal 1st details of Austin track

Austin

Race promoter Tavo Hellmund told The Associated Press the track, designed by German firm Tilke, will include grandstands near the start and finish line for up to 20,000 spectators with room for 50,000 or more around the rest of the track.

Updated 09/01/2010 08:08 AM

Predator drones begin monitoring US-Mexico border

Austin

Gov. Rick Perry said the use of Predator drones may not be enough. He said he’s not sure if the surveillance aircraft drones will work and he isn't getting any information from the government.

Predator drones begin monitoring US-Mexico border

09/01/2010 08:38 PM

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month stresses research

Austin

Cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children. It affects kids like Sara Pacheco, who went through six months of chemo when she was only 3 years old.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month stresses research

09/01/2010 04:42 PM

Waco passes spay-neuter ordinance

Waco

A new ordinance will go into effect next year in Waco, but there are still some logistics that need to be worked out.

09/01/2010 07:31 PM

Robert Duvall's Hill Country golf film wraps in Utopia

Central Texas

Wilde About Texas: Texas-set golf drama "Seven Days in Utopia" draws stars from the screen and the sport.

Robert Duvall's Hill Country golf film wraps in Utopia

09/01/2010 05:28 PM

Smoking prohibited on MetroRail platforms

Austin

Starting Wednesday, MetroRail riders are not allowed to smoke or use tobacco products on the rail platforms.

Smoking prohibited on MetroRail platforms

09/01/2010 09:39 AM

Gridiron Preview: Vista Ridge High School

The Rangers, already with a win under their belt, look to improve on last season's 1-9 record.

09/01/2010 11:02 PM

Longhorn soccer team riding high

Coming off of a down season, the Horns have started the year 2-0-1 and are ranked in the Top 25.

09/01/2010 10:08 PM

Arts Minute: Austin, a festival city

In this week's Arts Minute, street magicians unite for a free festival and a comedy showcase that’s "Out of Bounds."

<span style="color:#990000"><em>Arts Minute: </em></span> Austin, a festival city

Samsung donates $1 million to United Way program

Wednesday, officials with Samsung donated $1 million to United Way Capital Area’s Success By 6 program. The program works to identify barriers to learning in children and break them down by the time they’re ready to enter kindergarten.

Fashionably 8: 3 manly must-haves for your wardrobes

Keepers spokesperson Chuck Haidet offered News 8 Austin’s Life and Style Specialist Erin Driscoll the must-haves when it comes to a man’s wardrobe in this week’s Fashionably 8.

<span style="color:#990000"><em>Fashionably 8: </em></span>3 manly must-haves for your wardrobes

Austin city leaders outline plan to become zero waste city

Austin wants to become a zero waste city, but it can only happen with your help.

PUC may crack down on deadbeat customers

This month, the Texas Public Utility Commission is scheduled to consider preventing some nonpaying customers from switching providers until they pay their previous utility debt.

Health Beat: Tummy tuck helps cancer patients

Doctors perform tummy tucks to help breast cancer patients feel whole again.

<span style="color:#990000"><em>Health Beat: </em></span>Tummy tuck helps cancer patients

EPA rejects TCEQ’s regulations on new industrial plants

Austin

EPA authorities say the TCEQ is not meeting the federal requirements laid out in the Clean Air Act when issuing these permits. According to the EPA, TCEQ’s New Source Review program does not do an adequate job reviewing how the plants will impact air pollution levels.

EPA rejects TCEQ’s regulations on new industrial plants

09/01/2010 11:01 AM

Victim recants part of attempted kidnapping statement

Austin

Officials with APD said they’re no longer seeking public assistance in locating four suspects from an incident last Monday. The victim of an attempted kidnapping/sexual assault recanted portions of her story.