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Austin library shooting suspect arrested
The Austin Police Department apprehended a 55-year-old man after a shooting inside the downtown Austin Central Library hospitalized one person. The suspect faces charges including aggravated assault and deadly conduct, and the library reopened after a temporary closure. -
Cold front drops temperatures across South Texas
After an unusually warm October, a strong cold front will sweep through San Antonio and the Hill Country this week, bringing overnight lows into the 40s and highs dipping into the 60s. Meteorologists say the chill is brief, with warmer temperatures expected to return by the weekend. -
Federal workers in Texas feel economic strain from shutdown
Thousands of Texas-based federal employees are experiencing financial hardship as the government shutdown continues, with some relying on savings or part-time work to cover basic expenses. State and local social service agencies are preparing for increased demand as the situation persists. -
Jewelry brand James Avery to open first store in Edinburg
Texas-based jeweler James Avery announced its first location in the Rio Grande Valley, taking over retail space in the Shoppes at Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg. Construction is expected to begin in December and the store will offer local jobs and support to the region’s growing consumer market.
