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Austin City Council approves phase one of HOME initiative | FOX 7 Austin
SUMMARY: The council voted on phase one of the home initiative, which aims to create more affordable housing in Austin. Over 11 hours, hundreds of Austenites spoke at a special council meeting, with over half expressing opposition. Despite this, the vote was 9 to 2 in favor of phase one, allowing up to three homes to be built on a single family lot in many areas of the city. The initiative will take effect on December 18th and construction will begin in February 2024. The decision was ultimately up to the council, and while some members opposed it, the majority voted in favor.
The Austin City Council has approved phase one of the controversial HOME initiative. The decision came after 13 hours of public comment and discussion. Soon, three homes will be allowed on a single lot, with the goal of creating more housing in Austin.
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July 4th celebration and fireworks show in Austin 7/24 | FOX 7 Austin
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A look at a fireworks show and July 4th celebration at Auditorium Shores in Austin, Texas.
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Tracking the tropics: Latest on Tropical Storm Beryl
SUMMARY: Currently, we’re monitoring Tropical Storm Barrel in the Gulf. The latest update at 1:00 PM shows it remains a tropical system, but it’s projected to intensify into a Category 1 hurricane near the Texas coast, particularly around Corpus Christi and Victoria. A storm surge of 3 to 5 feet is expected along the coast, and a hurricane watch is in effect with potential winds of 75 to 120 mph. Heavy rainfall, flash floods, and thunderstorms are anticipated from Sunday into Monday with variable rain amounts across regions. We’ll continue to provide updates with the next one at 4:00 PM, and potential weather changes are expected next week.
Stay informed with the latest updates on Tropical Storm Beryl as Meteorologist Brittany Begley provides crucial information and forecasts. Learn how the storm is progressing and what to expect in the coming days.
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Preparing for Beryl: Live from Corpus Christi with KPRC 2’s Gage Goulding
SUMMARY: Good morning from North Padre Island in Corpus Christi, Texas, where families are extending their July 4th celebrations on the beach despite Hurricane Barrel churning in the Gulf. Although Corpus Christi remains in the cone of concern as of 10:00 AM, the storm’s track is shifting eastward, closer to Houston, making locals here a bit happier. The sunny weather sees people grilling and enjoying their time. There is still uncertainty regarding Barrel’s intensity and exact path, but updates will continue as the situation develops, potentially moving focus to the Matagorda Bay Area. Stay tuned for live updates.
KPRC 2’s Gage Goulding is live in Corpus Christi, Texas, as the community braces for Tropical Storm Beryl.
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