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Top Austin news: FBI hunts for armed robber; 5 officers injured; more

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Published on September 18, 2019
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Missed the the most recent top news in Austin? Read on for everything you need to know.

As Texas cracks down on abortion, Austin votes to help women defray costs

The Austin City Council is defying Texas state legislators, setting aside $150,000 in city funds to help local women who seek abortions pay for attendant costs, such as transportation or child care.

Read the full story on NPR.

Jimmy Fallon will host 'The Tonight Show' at UT Austin

The show is coming to UT Austin on Nov. 7, in partnership with Samsung Mobile and the Galaxy Note 10.

Read the full story on KHOU 11 News.

FBI in search of armed robbery suspect who may be in Austin

Crime Stoppers of Houston is offering up to $5,000 for information on an armed robbery suspect. Officials believe he could be in San Antonio or Austin.

Read the full story on KVUE.

5 Austin police officers injured in pursuit of homeless vandalism suspect

According to the president of the Austin Police Association, the man was vandalizing cars in Downtown Austin when he was approached by police.

Read the full story on KVUE.

New state report triggers debate about cause of Austin home explosion

A new state report unveils the Texas Railroad Commission's completed investigation on the Bendridge Avenue explosion last October that killed Nicole Burton and severely injured her boyfriend, David Passman.   

Read the full story on KVUE.


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