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Victim Dies From Injuries Suffered In Mass Shooting On Austin’s 6th Street

Nathan Bernier, KUT

Posted on June 14, 2021 · Douglas John Kantor was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries following the shooting early Saturday. Austin Police said the 25-year-old died Sunday afternoon.

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Artemis 1 launch delayed, and Houston as a technology hub (Aug. 29, 2022)

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Posted on August 29, 2022 · On Monday’s show: We learn what caused the delay in launching NASA's Artemis 1 mission. And should Houston be the real technology capital of Texas instead of Austin? Plus we discuss what water scarcity in the Rio Grande region means for the rest of Texas. And we preview the Texans season.

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Uvalde parents and advocates will rally in Austin to up the age for AR-15 purchases

Dustin Jones, NPR

Posted on August 26, 2022 · Gun safety advocates in Texas are demanding that Gov. Greg Abbott raise the age for purchasing AR-15-style rifles from 18 to 21. Abbott could put the issue to a vote by calling a special session.

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Why are Texans’ electricity bills so high right now?

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