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Eric Henrikson
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Emmy-winning science journalist @kxan_news reporting in Central Texas. Have a story idea? Send me a tip!
Got to meet with two moms looking forward to a new baby this October and see some cool technology at work; basically a great way to end my week!
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June 27, 2025 at 6:06 PM
A giant project, decades in the making, is one step closer to reality
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Texas universities help build ‘giant’ telescope as it enters final design phase
The Giant Magellan Telescope, one of the largest telescopes ever built, is entering the final design phase and is expected to be completed by the 2030s.
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June 23, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Today is the day! You can watch our first feature length documentary "Family Beef" on KXAN+ and on our site: kxan.com/family-beef/
June 5, 2025 at 3:23 PM
The barbecue feud that started it all...

Watch the full documentary, 'Family Beef', this Thursday on KXAN.com
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June 3, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Just days away from the premiere of Family Beef! Today, we're taking a closer look at one of the feuds - Black's and Terry Black's
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June 2, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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May 27, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Our first feature film is just days away from launching!!!! Family Beef is the story of BBQ rivalries in the Texas barbecue capital and the new restaurant that aims to take the crown.

Check out our website now and watch the film June 5 on KXAN+ and KXAN's website
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Family Beef
In Texas’ state-designated BBQ capital, two legendary Lockhart families run the town’s most iconic barbecue joints. Decades of interfamily feuds split them apart, with tensions still smoldering, an…
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May 26, 2025 at 1:18 PM
So proud of the AMAZING Abigail Jones on her first Investigation!!! Check it out here:
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May 8, 2025 at 12:20 PM
New technology could be the key to less deaths and more rescues during a fire
Firefighters may no longer have to ‘feel around in the dark’ during rescues with new tech
Qwake Technologies has developed the C-Thru, a device that allows firefighters to see inside burning buildings using infrared cameras, and is working with the Department of Homeland Security to tes…
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April 4, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Cool mission happening this week!
Astronauts visit North and South Poles for first time aboard historic space flight
This is the first human-crewed mission that will pass over both the North and South Poles during its orbit.
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April 1, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Reposted by Eric Henrikson
The latest @kxan.com investigation from @ericmhenrikson.bsky.social in our Texas Energy Crossroads project - a partnership with the @pulitzercenter.bsky.social, @thehill.com and Texas @nexstarmediagroup.bsky.social stations - is published. Check it out: bit.ly/422L8Gn #KXANinvestigates
Federal cuts impact plans to grow Texas grid; advanced energy options face delays
A push towards a “Golden Era of American Energy Dominance” could be delayed due to budget cuts and defunding efforts in the federal government, potentially causing delays in the develop…
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March 20, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Advancing the Texas energy grid may see another setback - no money
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March 20, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Despite pushback, the rock crusher near a children's camp and several state parks is one step closer to being a reality
Controversial rock crusher moves forward following TCEQ permit approval
Asphalt Inc LLC has been approved by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for an air quality permit to build a rock crushing plant near multiple state parks and a children’s camp, de…
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February 19, 2025 at 2:58 PM
The devices can produce up to 250 gallons of water per day
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February 17, 2025 at 7:28 PM
This is one of those where I could only tell a fraction of the story. This rock crusher is going up in geologically sensitive area just a short distance from several state parks. Expect us to continue to follow this story.
Longhorn rancher, camp director worried proposed rock crusher could pollute water supply
A proposed rock crusher in Burnet County, Texas, is causing concerns among thousands of landowners due to the potential impact on water quality and air quality.
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February 3, 2025 at 8:39 PM