An accomplished astrophysicist who spent decades studying the structure of the galaxy and distant planets has been shot dead at his home in rural southern California.Carl Grillmair, 67, was ...

90% of homes that catch on fire during a wildfire event are from wind-blown embers, which can travel more than a mile.

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Texas Parks & Wildlife's Outdoor Magazine has unveiled the first city in its "top ten best" countdown of the state's best outdoor towns that are perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway. Llano, ...

Of the 60 wildfires reported statewide over the past week, several remain active and crews are continuing to battle them.

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Thursday, a Llano County man was arrested after barricading himself inside a home following a family violence incident, according to a social media post by authorities. The Llano ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Roy Inks Bridge in Llano, Texas. Texas Parks &Wildlife Magazine named Llano, the Deer Capital of Texas, as one of its 10 best ...

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Nearly a decade after Hurricane Harvey rewrote Houston's relationship with severe weather, new draft flood maps offer the most detailed look at who may face higher or lower flood risks in the years ...

Find polling places, wait times and what to bring to vote in Austin-area counties on Election Day.

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A water rescue boat from the Crosby Volunteer Fire Department delivers people to high ground after flooding from heavy rain on ...