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School enrollment in Central Texas: How have the numbers changed in recent years?
SUMMARY: Over 430,000 students are enrolled in school districts and open charters in the KXAN viewing area, with traditional school district enrollment increasing by 34,482 and charter school enrollment increasing by 42,785 over the past decade. The largest district in the area is Austin ISD, which saw a 14.7% decrease in enrollment. Some districts, like Jarrell ISD, Liberty Hill ISD, and Coupland ISD, more than doubled or tripled their student populations. Meanwhile, districts such as Austin ISD, Del Valle ISD, Eanes ISD, and Round Rock ISD saw a decrease in enrollment figures. Overall, several districts experienced significant growth, especially in suburban areas surrounding Austin.
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Southwest Houston taco truck shooting leaves neighbors concerned
SUMMARY: A shocking murder outside a busy taco truck in southwest Houston has unsettled the local community. A 31-year-old man was shot and killed at about 1:30 a.m. Wednesday near Richmond and Dunvale, according to Houston Police. The suspect, described only as an unknown Black male, was seen in surveillance footage driving a white car before the shooting. The motive remains unknown, with residents expressing growing concerns about neighborhood safety. Crime reports from the past six months show one other homicide in January. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers of Houston or HPD's Homicide Division.
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Biden Says He’s in the Race Through Election Day
SUMMARY: President Joe Biden affirmed his commitment to the presidential race during a meeting with campaign staff, despite discussions about his debate performance against former President Donald Trump, which was attributed to illness and travel fatigue. Some Democrats are considering urging Biden to withdraw, citing internal dissatisfaction. The Boston Globe and New York Times have called for Biden to step aside in favor of other candidates, while The Washington Post reported Trump's campaign hopes Biden remains, believing Trump can defeat him. Biden maintains support from key Democrats, though concerns persist as the November election approaches.
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Texas emergency agencies to prepare for Hurricane Beryl response, recovery efforts
SUMMARY: Texas Governor Greg Abbott has instructed 39 Texas Emergency Management Council agencies to start preparing for Hurricane Beryl's response and recovery operations, according to a recent announcement. Governor Abbott urged the development of 24/7 staffing plans for the State Emergency Operations Center. As of Wednesday, Hurricane Beryl had downgraded to Category 4 and is predicted to weaken before hitting the Gulf of Mexico. Abbott emphasized readiness and safety precautions for residents and visitors as the holiday weekend approaches. Key participating agencies include Texas A&M, Texas National Guard, Texas Department of Public Safety, and numerous others. More information is available on various Texas emergency management websites.
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