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Austin EMS responds to nearly 30 heat-related calls over 2-day period

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5 days ago

June 26, 2024

www.kxan.com – Abigail Jones – 2024-06-26 12:41:52

SUMMARY: Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) responded to 28 heat-related incidents since Monday amid ongoing high temperatures. ATCEMS highlighted the continued Heat Advisory through 7 p.m. Wednesday, warning that peak heat index temperatures could reach 105-110ºF, according to the KXAN First Warning Weather Team. They advised the community to stay hydrated, take breaks out of the sun, and check on relatives, co-workers, and neighbors.

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Texas Longhorns men’s hoops use last scholarship on transfer forward from Kansas State

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45 mins ago

July 1, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Billy Gates – 2024-07-01 19:20:08

SUMMARY: Texas head men’s basketball coach Rodney Terry signed former Kansas State forward Arthur Kaluma, averaging 14.4 points and seven rebounds per game last season. Kaluma had significant impact against Texas in the past, scoring 31 points and grabbing 15 rebounds in the Big 12 Conference tournament. Terry stated that Kaluma completes the roster as the team’s last scholarship player for the upcoming season. Texas has actively used the transfer portal, bringing in five players, including Malik Presley, Jordan Pope, Tramon Mark, Jayson Kent, and Julian Larry. Tyrese Hunter and Dillon Mitchell transferred out. Texas ended last season 21-13.

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Roman Shoffner charged with possession of child porn after using AI to alter 17-year-old girl’s photo: Montgomery County Pct. 3

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1 hour ago

July 1, 2024

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abc13.com – Mycah Hatfield – 2024-07-01 18:54:57

SUMMARY: In Montgomery County, Texas, a 30-year-old man, Roman Shoffner, was arrested for possessing child pornography. Authorities claim Shoffner used an AI program on his phone to alter a photo of a 17-year-old girl, making her appear nude from the neck down, while keeping her face intact. The investigation began in May after someone reported the altered image to the police. Shoffner’s relationship with the teen is unknown, but she was informed about the photo by law enforcement. Shoffner’s phone was seized and analyzed, leading to his arrest and booking into the Montgomery County Jail.

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Anderson Trojans primed for 5A run after runner-up 7-on-7 finish

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2 hours ago

July 1, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Billy Gates – 2024-07-01 18:00:03

SUMMARY: The Anderson Trojans are preparing to impress on the gridiron this fall as they move down to class 5A. During the Texas 7-on-7 championships, the team showcased its talent, reaching the Division I championship game but losing to DeSoto 38-20. Standouts include Max Gerlich, a UTSA commit, and Ed Small, the tournament’s offensive MVP who will play football for TCU. Small has shifted his focus from baseball to football, amassing 2,237 receiving yards and 34 touchdowns over the past two seasons. The Trojans aim for playoffs this year under head coach Donald Hatcher, with a strong returning lineup.

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