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Record-breaking travel numbers expected in Texas this 4th of July weekend

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www.kxan.com – – 2023-06-26 12:13:35

SUMMARY: Over 3.8 million Texans are expected to travel more than 50 miles from home during the 4th of July holiday weekend, setting a new record. Nationwide, over 50.7 million Americans are expected to travel, surpassing the previous record set in 2019. In Texas, most people will be driving to their destinations, while a smaller number will be flying, taking buses, trains, or cruises. AAA advises travelers to ensure their cars are ready for the extreme heat and suggests the best and worst times to travel by car throughout the holiday weekend.

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How to look up crime statistics in Austin, new dashboards in APD data portal

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www.kxan.com – Brianna Hollis – 2024-07-01 21:41:30

SUMMARY: New crime statistics are now available through interactive dashboards on the Austin Police Department's data portal. At a Public Safety Commission meeting, an APD data team member demonstrated the various dashboards. Five of the 16 planned dashboards are live, detailing cadets in training, retirements, calls for service, and response times. KXAN had previously reported on the initial dashboard covering high-level crimes. These new dashboards stem from a 2023 city council resolution. A snapshot of calls for service from 2019 to present is also provided, but there's no timeline for the completion of the remaining dashboards.

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40 people injured after Air Europa flight experiences heavy turbulence, diverted to Brazil: Airport

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abc13.com – ABCNews – 2024-07-01 20:34:08

SUMMARY: Forty people were injured when an Air Europa flight from Spain to Uruguay encountered strong turbulence and was diverted to Natal International Airport in Brazil. The incident occurred early Monday morning, and the plane landed safely after requesting an emergency landing. Thirty passengers received medical care at the airport, while ten were hospitalized for further exams. Seven people suffered more serious injuries, and an undetermined number had minor contusions. The flight, which departed from Madrid, was redirected for passenger safety. showed cabin damage and passengers injured. The airline arranged for another plane to continue the journey to Montevideo.

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

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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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