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Top Austin news: Energy bills could increase in November; shooting wounds 1, suspects sought; more

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Published on August 28, 2019
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Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Austin.

Downtown Austin grocery store considering closing doors earlier, due to homeless issues

The Royal Blue Grocery on Congress Avenue is considering the idea of closing at 6 p.m. instead of midnight, because of increased theft.

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Austin Energy customers could see bill increase starting in November

City Council will consider the proposed change at their meeting on Wednesday.

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Police seeking suspects after apartment shooting sends 1 to hospital

A witness said she saw people running away after she heard the gunshots.

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Austin city staff recommend 'Chief Climate Resilience Officer' position

The Chief Climate Resilience Officer would be an executive-level position with an estimated six-figure salary.

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UT Austin staff receives nearly $5M dedicated to cancer prevention and research

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas awarded UT professors nearly $5 million for research.

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