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Top Austin news: Resolution opposes pipeline; car theft, burglaries reported in South Austin; more

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Published on June 20, 2019
Top Austin news: Resolution opposes pipeline; car theft, burglaries reported in South Austin; morePhoto: Carlos Delgado/Unpslash

Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Austin.

Austin City Council passes resolution opposing pipeline through Hill Country

The 430-mile pipeline would run from West Texas to Katy near Houston, crossing over the Trinity and Edwards aquifers.

Read the full story on KVUE.

Most road rage incidents in Austin this year have involved guns, police say

In these cases, suspects are charged with aggravated assault – a felony that can carry up to 20 years in prison – instead of reckless driving.

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Austin motorcycle officers are required to interact with at least 12 people every day

The new standard came after officials found that while some motorcycle officers were actively patrolling, others were scarcely pulling people over.

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South Austin residents report car theft, burglaries

One resident said 12 cars were broken into in a neighborhood up the street on Convict Hill Road.

Read the full story on KVUE.


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