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Barack Obama and John Mccain square off in their final Presidential debate tonight. Obama comes in with a sizable lead over Mccain, and tonight is the Arizona Senator's best chance to turn that around!

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Election day is fast approaching, and in this pivotal election year record voter turnout is expected. The US Election Sssistance Commission (EAC) is encouraging voters to empower themselves with information and make sure their vote is counted. EAC commissioner Gracia Hillman tells you want you need to know.

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In a country where drug violence is epidemic, Ciudad Juarez is Mexico's murder capital.

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Austin police say they're cracking down on drivers who race on area roads and highways.

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About half of the people who live in Austin can't take part in the city's new "single stream recycling" program because they live in apartments or condos. "My apartment doesn't even have a recycling program. We have a dumpster," one resident said.

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Senator John McCain may be sliding in recent national polls, but his Texas lead is holding steady. An average of three polls of Texas voters shows McCain has a 12 point edge in Texas over Democrat Barack Obama.

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Some Austin City Council members want the city to buy the Lions Municipal Golf Course from the University of Texas.

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Austin police Tuesday released a composite sketch of the man who may have tried to sexually assault a woman in her home last Saturday.

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Some families are struggling to make ends meet in these hard economic times. Each day in Texas, about 2.3 million children receive a free or low-cost lunch, and in this economy, that number may rise.

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A slight drop on Wall Street Tuesday after historic gains the day before. Stocks reacted to the Bush administration's plan to pump $250 billion of government money into the private banking system. KVUE's Mike Goldfein reports.

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It's estimated up to 12 million Americans have food allergies and that number increases every year. Do food allergies affect you or your child? And what's the best treatment?

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In an effort to expand our political coverage and as part of a project through KVUE's parent company Belo, are offering one minute of unedited airtime to qualified congressional candidates. It's called "It's your time" and it's a way to help candidates share their views on several important issues. Today we hear from incumbent Republican Congressman John Carter in District 31. We asked him where does the government draw the line when it comes to bailing out large corporations. Can other major industries suc

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A special hazardous operations drill Tuesday morning simulated a chlorine leak inside one of the buildings at the Walnut Creek water treatment plant and two people pretended to be overcome by dangerous fumes.

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Here in Austin real estate experts are concerned that potential home buyers are misinformed about the local impact of the credit crunch. They want to dispel myths about the kinds of loans that are available.

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"Greenspace is important to the city, parks are important to the city, golf courses are not precisely parks, but they provide the same function, they provide a little bit of relief in the urban landscape," said Austin city councilman Lee Leffingwell, one of three council members supporting the proposed city buyout of the course.

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The Austin Film Festival kicks off on Thursday but before you start watching movies the Film and Food Charity Party will tempt your tastebuds. The event benefits the Austin Film Festival's Young Filmmakers Program.

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Congress has questions today about what went wrong on Wall Street and how it's hurting the rest of the country. And some experts say we're only beginning to see the damage starting with the auto industry.

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City leaders are asking voters to support the purchase of the Lion's Club Municipal Golf Course. KVUE's Quita Culpepper has more on this story.

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Saturday's impressive Texas win over Oklahoma has vaulted the Longhorns into the number one spot in both the coaches and AP polls. The question now is has Texas Quarterback Colt McCoy vaulted to the head of the Heisman class with his performance on Saturday?

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Austin is one of six cities testing a new mileage-based road user fee system that would charge drivers by the mile rather than by the gallon. If the system is implemented, it would replace the gas tax in collecting funds for roads and bridges.

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In November, STARRY will begin a new program called S.A.F.E., Shelter Alternatives and Family Empowerment. The program will allow STARRY to open up beds in its three cottages to homeless or runaway teens.

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Wall Street stormed back from last week's devastating losses Monday, sending the Dow Jones industrials soaring a nearly inconceivable 936 points after major governments' plans to support the global banking system reassured distraught investors. All the major indexes rose more than 11 percent.

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Employees at the Blockbuster on William Cannon called 911 with a license plate number when they saw Michael Bradford Roberts, who they say appeared intoxicated, drive away with two young boys in his car.

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Austinite Pat McNeal explains the migration of the Monarch butterflies from North America to Mexico.

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Keeping a business eco-friendly can be a full time job. That's why some companies are creating positions like "sustainability officer."

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The season premiere of the ABC show Eli Stone is Tuesday night. In the episode, he's been vision free for six months after a dangerous surgery, but there is a twist. Loretta Devine, who plays Patti in the series, spoke on KVUE News Midday.

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"Raise Me Up" is sponsored by the Casey Foundation and involves television, newspaper, radio and billboard ads that shed light on the challenges foster children face and what people can do to help.

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There may be three weeks until election day, but already a lot of people are voting. See more on the 40 million people who vote before election day.

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Expect to pay more to ride a capital metro bus. KVUE's Quita Culpepper reports from North Austin with more on the bus company's rate hike.

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A woman was assaulted in south Austin, and the attacker is still on the loose tonight. KVUE's Mari Alvarez is on Alta Vista Avenue.

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A massive explosion in north Texas, after a semi flips on a dangerous stretch road.

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If you've ever wondered about solar energy to your home, there is a lot of information for you at Zilker Park this weekend. October 12th and 13th, the City Tour for Solar is stopping in Austin.

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An army of Austin musicians is joining forces this weekend to help provide counseling for veterans. Willie and Cody Braun of Reckless Kelly are among the performers who will be part of the Music March for Heroes Concert, starting Sunday at six this evening.

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After a big win over Oklahoma, Texas football is number one in both major polls released today. KVUE's Bryan Mays joins us with more on what it means for the Horns.

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Austin police are searching for the man who attacked a woman setting up for an open house. KVUE's Mari Alvarez is near the scene of that assault in south Austin.

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#5 Texas vs #1 Oklahoma in the Red River Rivalry and the Longhorns pull the upset. KVUE's Mike Barnes has the story from Dallas.

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For kids who play sports, heart problems can be dangerous, even deadly. That's why today Dell Children's Medical Center offered free heart screenings for student athletes. K-VUE's Quita Culpepper has the story.

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Police say the gunman in a deadly shooting is still on the loose tonight. K-VUE's Mari Alvarez is near Runberg Lane and Cameron Road in Northeast Austin.

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The Texas Longhorns upset top-ranked Oklahoma! K-VUE Sports Director Mike Barnes was in Dallas for the big win. He has the highlights from a classic Red River Rivalry.