The Totally Awesome AusChron Newscast Drops Science

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The Totally Awesome AusChron Newscast Drops Science
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You can’t head into the weekend without the Totescast, and in this edition Jordan Smith sounds off on the difficulty science has gaining traction in Texas courtrooms, while Wells Dunbar watches council circle the block with their latest action on Downtown parking.

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