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The actor said in a video Sunday that “political leadership” is a “path that I’m choosing not to take at this moment.”
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Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty ImagesBooster shots have been authorized for all U.S. adults, and the government is urging people to get them. But what if you've already had COVID and the vaccine? -
Michael Minasi/KUTThe CDC distinguishes between who should and who can get a booster shot. The recommendation is stronger for people who are older and people who live in settings that put them at higher risk for infection.
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Creek Show attendees run in front of the "si-glo" art installation designed by dwg., a local architecture firm. The Creek Show at Waterloo Park is a 10-night display of illuminated art created by local artists, landscape architects and designers.
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"CREEKture" is an installation designed by GFF Austin. The Creek Show runs until Nov. 21.
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People walk under the "SWAY" installation designed by Ian Randall and Clayton Cain.
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"SWAY" was one of five glowing light installations designed for Creek Show this year.
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Designer Nicholas DeBruyne of Wevolve Labs speaks about his art installation, "BioNest," during a media preview on Nov. 11.
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A close-up of "BioNest."
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The "HIGH LIGHT" installation by Chioco Design and Drophouse Design sits at the top of Waterloo Greenway.
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Lights glow throughout Waterloo Greenway for the Creek Show.
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Stock markets around the world tumbled on concerns about the new variant. While it's too soon to tell exactly how the variant functions, virologists are rushing to learn more. -
Fairness to parties in drawing legislative districts may be an unworkable goal. However, reforming other rules that govern how districts are drawn and votes are counted could make more contests competitive and enhance legislators’ accountability to the public.
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The district is seeking feedback from the community about what to prioritize for next school year's budget.
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Early in the pandemic, the public celebrated grocery workers. They were hailed as "heroes" who were risking their lives for the benefit of their local communities. But that faded away.
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The Texas Medical Association is urging people to get flu shots due to concerns flu season could be worse this year with fewer people masking and crowds gathering again.
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