Autumn Jones
KWBU ReporterA Texas native, Autumn Jones is a 2x Emmy-winning journalist with a passion for storytelling. Jones reports on a diverse range of topics, from exploring the wonders of outer space to investigating public health. Her goal is to empower individuals with accessible, easy-to-follow knowledge to build healthy, sustainable lifestyles and become responsible stewards of the Earth. By sharing stories of our world, she works to create a lasting impact for future generations. Jones graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelors of Journalism degree with a Science Communication Minor. She joined KWBU August 1, 2023.
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The Disc Golf Pro Tour event in Waco has been a staple in the world of disc golf for the last eight years.
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Biden and Trump take Texas, Parnell McNamara wins third term as sheriff and Senator Ted Cruz to face off against U.S. Representative Colin Allred.
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Nearly two months after dogs were found dead and malnourished at the Marlin Animal Shelter, residents are still demanding answers from public officials.
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KWBU spoke with NPR's Education Desk to learn more about what students can expect during this years Student Podcast Challenge.
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The exhibit, which features historical Black figures from Waco, will run through the end of February.
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Here is a comprehensive guide to voting in McLennan County and the 2024 Texas Primary.
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Scientists have created a device that can turn information into sound. Many blind or visually impaired individuals will use the LightSound device to hear the total solar eclipse in April.
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On Tuesday, Feb. 6, the Waco Police Department reported a decrease in both violent and nonviolent crimes between 2018 and 2023. Violent crimes decreased from 2,650 to 2,283. Non-violent crimes decreased from 18,080 to 16,239.
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The Eclipse Over Texas event in Waco, featuring renowned Lowell Observatory astronomers and the Discovery Channel, expects to draw more than 100,000 visitors for a once-in-a-lifetime celestial experience.
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Patricia Miller was the the first woman and the first Black woman elected to the McLennan County Commissioners Court.