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Texas Governor Greg Abbott still leads Beto O’Rourke in gubernatorial race, poll shows
AUSTIN — Texas Governor Greg Abbott still leads Democrat Beto O'Rourke by 7 percentage points, 46-39, in this year's race, according to a Dallas Morning News- A poll from the University of Texas at Tyler released on Sunday.That's…
Things to do in Austin this weekend: Leander Pride, Paddle for Puppies and more
Here's a look at some of the events happening in the Austin area this weekend.
AUSTIN, Texas - The weekend is here and, as always, there's a ton going on in the Austin area! From an inaugural Pride event to a Whiskey…
Texas police are still seeking answers to the 1996 murder of Kristen Lea Wilson
article Photo courtesy of the Texas Department of Public Safety of Kristen Lea Wilson. She was found dead in her apartment on November 28, 1996. AUSTIN, TX - The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is asking the public for help…
Arch Manning compares Austin, Texas to his hometown
The entire college football world is watching the recruiting of 2023 quarterback Arch Manning. And on Monday, the No. 1 prospect for next year's class spoke to On3 about his recruitment.Manning told On3 that Texas, Alabama and Georgia,…
Wow! Goodwill found in Texas turns out to be an ancient Roman bust
Wow! Goodwill found in Texas turns out to be an ancient Roman bust
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Austin launches first phase of anti-displacement project
AUSTIN, Texas — Hundreds of thousands of families are displaced or at risk of being displaced in Austin as the city works to improve its public transportation.
What do you want to know
The City of Austin has partnered with Cap Metro to…
iHaulJunk, Inc. Announces Ambitious Community Goal to Raise $100,000 to Benefit Stop Abuse For…
"I believe we have a corporate responsibility to give back to the community itself, which allows us to run a successful business," said matt fitch, Founder and CEO of iHaulJunk. "I chose SAFE because their work aims to help some of the…
Calvin Kattar vs. Josh Emmett to headline June 18 event
A key featherweight matchup will headline the upcoming UFC Fight Night card taking place in Austin, Texas.
The top contenders at 145 pounds will meet as Josh Emmett (17-2 MMA, 8-2 UFC) takes on Calvin Kattar (23-5 MMA, 7-3 UFC) in a top ten…
The Verde Report: Austin FC Leads Texas Soccer Renaissance: Austin FC, FC Dallas & Houston…
Austin FC's Diego Fagúndez takes on…
Women’s basketball signs Taylor Jones transfer to Oregon State
AUSTIN, TX —Texas Women's Basketball Head Coach Vic Schäfer announced Monday the addition of transfer forward Taylor Jones from Oregon State.
A three-year starter and All-PAC 12 conference winner, Jones joins the Longhorns with…
Battle to be Longhorns QB the talk of Texas this spring
AUSTIN, Texas — The biggest positional battle in the Big 12 is at quarterback Texas.
No position raises more expectations in the pursuit of the once-proud Longhorns' return to the top of the league. And neither will be a bigger target of…
Austin-Travis County EMS uses new software to tackle drug overdoses
Austin-Travis County EMS uses new software to tackle drug overdoses The software helps doctors track patient outcomes and create a heat map of drug overdoses in the area. AUSTIN, TX - Austin-Travis County Chief Medical Officer Dr.…
Austin residents celebrate 4/20 by gathering outside the Governor’s Mansion
Austin residents celebrate 4/20 by gathering outside the Governor's Mansion A group of Austin residents gathered outside the Governor's mansion to celebrate 4/20 and protest the legalization of marijuana. AUSTIN, TX - Some Texans…
From April 18 to April 22, 2022
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April showers may be on our radar, but with so many FREE indoor and outdoor events to choose from, here are our top FREE Austin events happening this week.
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Texas cities lead return to offices, still well below pre-pandemic levels – The Hill
The story at a glance
Out of 10 of the nation's largest cities, three cities in Texas are leading the way back to offices.
As of the week of April 6, offices in Austin, Texas have been at 63% of their pre-pandemic occupancy…
Softball Preview No. 18: No. 1 Oklahoma
No. 18 Texas (30-10-1, 6-0 Big 12) hosts No. 1 Oklahoma (36-0, 6-0 Big 12) | April 14-16 | Red & Charline McCombs Field, Austin, TX
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Thursday April 14
6 p.m. #1 Oklahoma vs. #18 TEXAS – NHL
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Italian Bastianini falls behind to claim MotoGP victory for Texas
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Beast is on top in MotoGP, with a win and the championship lead for the season.
Italy's Enea Bastianini, nicknamed 'La Bestia', passed Australian Jack Miller for the lead with five laps to go and rode away to win…
Austin Moto2: Lap record sees Beaubier take first pole ahead of Vietti | MotoGP
A near-perfect lap from Cameron Beaubier saw the Californian top the timesheets in a fast and furious end to Moto2 qualifying for the Grand Prix of the Americas, round four of the championship.The American Racing driver put himself on the…
Musk promises a “dedicated robotaxis” with the futuristic look of Tesla
SAN FRANCISCO, April 7 (Reuters) - Electric car maker Tesla (TSLA.O) will make a "dedicated" self-driving taxi that "will look futuristic", chief executive Elon Musk said on Thursday, without giving a timeframe.The 50-year-old billionaire,…
Football prepares to host UANL Femenil & Houston Tigers
AUSTIN, Texas – It's time to begin Texas Soccer's spring 2022 home schedule as the Longhorns prepare to host Tigres UANL Femenil (Thursday, 7 p.m. CT) and Houston (Saturday, 7 p.m. CT) at Mike A Stadium. Myers.
Admission to all…
Troy Aikman’s EIGHT Elite Light Lager Makes Waves With Texas Retail Launch
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EIGHT Brewing Company has announced that EIGHT Elite Light Lager is now available at retail stores across Texas. EIGHT launched in bars, restaurants and other on-premises accounts in February and…
Texas order on trans children is handled differently
AUSTIN, Texas — When Texas Governor Greg Abbott launched investigations into abuse against parents of some transgender children, child protection supervisor Randa Mulanax said what happened then strayed from normal protocols.
There was…
Large patches of bluebonnets emerge in central Texas
The annual bluebonnet season is officially launched The blooming of the Texas state flower provides a springtime boom to several communities in central Texas. AUSTIN, TX - Large patches of bluebonnets started to emerge about a week…
350 Square Foot 3D Printed Luxury Tiny Home in Austin
The popularity of tiny living has skyrocketed in recent years, leaving tiny home builders with long waiting lists and…
OSU Outdoor Track & Field opens the season at the Texas Relays
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AUSTIN, Texas – Oklahoma State Outdoor Track & Field opened its 2022 roster…
Spieth scores first match in Match Play – KXAN Austin
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The latest on Dell Match Play (all local times):
2 p.m.
Jordan Spieth birdied just one to win a hole. He missed the green twice with a wedge. He never led until the 16th hole. All that mattered was that he…
Multiple tornadoes confirmed in central Texas. Here is a preview of the photos and video
We are starting to see some of the consequences of the inclement weather in the Austin area.
AUSTIN, Texas – Multiple tornadoes were confirmed in central Texas as extreme weather conditions passed through the region…
TechCrunch Live is coming to Austin and here is the list of speakers! – Tech Crunch
On April 6, TechCrunch is hosting a special episode of TechCrunch Live centered around Austin, Texas. We hope you can join us. The episode, like all episodes of TechCrunch Live, airs live and is programmed to help founders build…
Rallies in Austin planned on directive for gender-affirming care
Both rallies take place March 13 at 2 p.m., one outside the governor's mansion and the other at the Texas Capitol.
AUSTIN, Texas — Dueling rallies are planned in downtown Austin on Sunday over Texas Governor Greg…
Texas Transgender Family Court Case: Judge Considers Blocking
Gov. Greg Abbott last month tasked DFPS with investigating parents who help their transgender children receive gender-affirming care.
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — On Friday, a Travis County judge will consider whether Texas…
Texas reported 27,000 mail-in ballots for primary rejection
This puts the rate of rejected mail-in ballots in Texas on track to significantly exceed previous elections.
AUSTIN, Texas – More than 27,000 absentee ballots in Texas have been flagged for rejection in the first test…
RRC implements plan to reduce earthquake activity in West Texas
This new plan places injection limits on shallow and deep disposal wells in the Northern Culberson-Reeves Seismic Response Zone.
AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas Railroad Commission has begun implementing its plan to hopefully…
Ebo and Harmon lead No. 9 Texas past Oklahoma State 65-50
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Senior Lauren Ebo scored a career-high 17 points and Rori Harmon added 13 and four…
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Senior Lauren Ebo scored a career-high…
Texas appeals shutdown of investigation into parents of trans teenager
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas is appealing a judge's ruling that bars the state from investigating the parents of a transgender teen about the gender-confirmation care she received.Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton on Wednesday appealed…
Austin ISD School Board to discuss mask guidance after CDC update
The CDC said people in areas with declining COVID-19 rates can stop wearing masks.
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin ISD School Board is set to meet in a special meeting Wednesday to discuss masking guidance on school…
Our guide to Austin’s best pizza
Abby Jane Bakery
To showcase the best of Texas-grown grains, pastry chef Abby Love works like a flour-obsessed mad scientist, combining nutty Yecora Rojo and other flours from neighboring Barton Springs Mill on an array of…
Texas women’s basketball beats TCU 77-42
Saturday night's win was the team's sixth in a row.
AUSTIN, Texas — DeYona Gaston went 8 of 8 from the field and scored 16 points, Joanne Allen-Taylor added 12 points to help No. 11 Texas beat TCU 77-42 on Saturday…
Joyce Faye Prock Obituary – Austin American-Statesman
Joyce Faye ProckJoyce Faye Prock, 81, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2022 surrounded by her family at Sundance Memory Care in Cedar Park, Texas.She was born in Three Rivers, Texas to James Benjamin Williams (Benny) and Bernice Wright…
It is the county in the Austin-Round Rock, TX metropolitan area with the fewest COVID-19 cases
2022-02-23 Since the first case of the omicron variant was detected in the United States, daily new cases of COVID-19 have reached new highs. To date, 77,521,589 Americans have been infected with the virus — and more than 900,000 have died…
Study: Grade 3 class rank dictates first job earnings
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Having a high ranking as early as third grade has an impact on the earnings of Texans early in their careers, according to a new study from the University of Texas.
The study followed 3 million college students…
If beating Chris Beard’s Longhorns in Austin was just a deal, Texas Tech fans took it personal
Texas Tech fans — and there were many at the Erwin Center — had a chance to celebrate another game-changing win over former coach Chris Beard.For current technical coach Mark Adams, Saturday's 61-55 win over Texas and its former boss in…
Beard ready for second round against Texas Tech
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas head coach knew he would be the center of attention when Texas took on Texas Tech this season. On Feb. 1, Beard and the Longhorns were beaten soundly in Lubbock, trailing 14 at halftime before losing 77-64.…
The Backstory: Remembering the only Texas governor to face impeachment
The governor billed the Texas treasury for 8.5 gallons of chicken salad, which led to his downfall.
AUSTIN, Texas — They called him “Farmer Jim,” even though he wasn't really a farmer. James Ferguson was a Temple…
Kevin Hart’s ‘Reality Check’ Tour Comes to Austin at Moody Center
The comedy icon is scheduled to perform at the Moody Center on Sunday, August 7.
AUSTIN, Texas — Comedy icon Kevin Hart is back to his jokes on the road after announcing his first major tour in nearly four years.…
Austin Indie Filmmakers Call for Local Support
The indie sci-fi movie "Evinced" was filmed here and is due out in a few days.
AUSTIN, Texas — An indie film shot in Austin is set to be released in days, and the makers are looking for support.…
ATCEMS responds to 2 accidents involving motorcycles in one hour
Two people died in two of the crashes, which happened less than an hour apart.
AUSTIN, Texas – Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) responded to three separate motorcycle collisions within two hours Thursday evening.…
i-payout is a gold level sponsor for direct selling
Austin, Texas, Feb. 09 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- i-payout is pleased to announce its Gold level sponsorship of the 2022 Direct Selling Legal and Compliance Summit in Austin, TX. The Direct Selling Legal and Compliance Summit will be held…
🌱 Sr. Community Hero Awarded + School Staff Crisis Continues
Good Tuesday, North Austin-Pflugerville! Here's what's happening in town today. First, today's weather forecast: A lot of sun. High: 64 Low: 38. Here are today's top stories in North Austin-Pflugerville: Elijah Oakmon, a Pflugerville High…
Each coming off big wins, No. 10 Kansas meets No. 23 Texas next
February 5, 2022; Austin, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Andrew Jones (1) catches a pass as he is defended by Iowa State Cyclones guard Caleb Grill (2) during the second half at the Frank C. Erwin Jr. Center . Mandatory Credit: Scott…
Allegiant Air begins flights to Austin, SD from SAN this spring – NBC 7 San Diego
This spring, San Diego International Airport will have a new year-round route to Austin, Texas and a seasonal summer route to Sioux Falls, South Dakota via Allegiant Air, it was announced Thursday.
Allegiant will launch the…
Close to 70 on Tuesday; The arctic front arrives on Wednesday evening
Now that Monday's rain is over, we turn our attention to a second system around the middle of the week that could bring a chance for winter precipitation.
AUSTIN, Texas – Once the rain ends Monday evening, widespread…
Residents Express Concerns About Austin Airport Fuel Farm Project
Neighbors said they were unaware of the proposed site, while others are concerned about the proximity of homes.
AUSTIN, Texas – On Saturday, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport held a series of meetings in English…
Rick Barnes’ return to Austin recalls Texas stagnation since leaving
Rick Barnes has already taken a trip to Austin in the last 12 months.His appearance on Saturday seems to be much more emotional. The Tennessee men's basketball coach is bringing his team to Austin to take on Texas in the Big 12/SEC…
Sarah Landes Obituary (1929 – 2022) – Austin, TX
We celebrate the victory that Sarah Jeannine Landes is home with the Lord after 92 years of serving Him faithfully. On January 23, 2022, she joined her husband, Robert "Bob" Paul Landes, her mother, Thelma "Granny" Early, her father,…
The Texas Icehouse is resurrected at Saddle Up
As a third-generation Austinian, pitmaster Tom Micklethwait has deep roots in the capital. For example, his maternal great-grandfather was Cater Joseph, the business owner of Joseph's Man's Shop on Congress Avenue, which outfitted…
No. 1 men’s swimming and diving take 12 wins on day one of TCU duel
AUSTIN, Texas – Texas' No. 1 men's swimming and diving picked up 12 wins over TCU on Friday afternoon on senior day at the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center to take a 189-100 lead on day one of the doubleheader meet. two…
Austin-area schools consider closures and monitor winter weather
Some school districts in central Texas posted on social media late Wednesday that they were monitoring the weather in case schedule changes were needed.
AUSTIN, Texas – Most of the KVUE viewing area is subject to a…
Governor Abbott Announces $1 Million in Texas Talent Connection Grants | Oficina del Gobernador de…
January 18, 2022 | Austin, TX | Press release
Governor Greg Abbott today announced $1 million in Texas Talent Connection grants supporting a two-year pilot program connecting young adoptees and…
Gators Down No. 3 Texas in Austin
AUSTIN, TX -- Much like Friday's game, it all came down to the final singles competition of the day as the Florida Gators men's tennis team edged the No. 3 Texas Longhorns, 4-3, in a an exciting Sunday afternoon match at the Texas…
Austin PD, SWAT respond to stabbing in Pflugerville
The APD said the caller said he was stabbed by his housemate and managed to escape. The suspect was later arrested and charged with aggravated assault.
PFLUGERVILLE, Texas – The Austin Police Department (APD) responded…
Five things to do at PrintAustin this year: Printmakers showcase their work across town – Arts
The order of entropy by Anna Trojanowska
The PrintAustin collective was co-founded in 2013 by local…
Workforce Expert Shares Three Top Reasons Central Texas Is Facing Staff Shortage
One of the main reasons for the current staff shortages, according to executives at Workforce Solutions Capital Area, is skills shortages.
AUSTIN, Texas - Due to Austin's low unemployment rate, today's job…
Meta rents 33 floors in Austin’s future tallest skyscraper
Facebook's parent company, Meta, will lease 589,000 square feet of office space in Austin, Texas.
Austin Business Journal has indicated that the leased space…
Austin COVID test behind the scenes
Ashanti Pellham said that while this current wave can be overwhelming, it is gratifying to be able to help other people during the pandemic.
AUSTIN, Texas - COVID-19 testing sites in central Texas continue to…
Tellus Equipment Solutions Expands Operations in Austin, Texas
Posted by Brooke JustTellus Equipment Solutions, LLC ("Tellus Equipment"), an authorized John Deere equipment dealer for central and south Texas, has announced the opening of a new store in Austin, Texas, as part of its continuous…
# 14 Texas Hoops Ready For Another Kansas State Test Drive
AUSTIN (KXAN) - The No.14 Texas has already hit their goal of 1-0 (at least in conference), and now the Longhorns' mission is added to that by beating a strong Kansas State team.
Kansas State gave Oklahoma all it could handle…
Austin City Council District 4 Candidate Forum to be held on January 6
AUSTIN, Texas - Seven candidates for the Austin City Council District 4 open seat will have the opportunity to share their positions with residents this week. The City of Austin Ethics Review Board and the Region of the League of Women…
Why is New Year’s Day celebrated on January 1?
AUSTIN (KXAN) - It happens every year like clockwork, literally: New Years Day. Every culture on Earth celebrates the New Year at some point. In the United States, we celebrate January 1st. But why this day when there are so many…
Bee Cave Wines, Bee Cave Dines, Bee Cave are now showing all the signs of… becoming a worthy…
Okay, that's what the PR explosion shouted at us, "Bee Cave rivals Napa Valley with a diverse lineup of breweries, wineries and distilleries, complemented by a burgeoning food and dining scene." . "…
Austin’s I-35 Has Worst Trucker Traffic Again In Texas
Interstate 35 in downtown Austin is Lone Star state's most congested highway for truck drivers, according to an annual report from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI).
It was the second year in a row that the…
Healthcare workers face burnout as omicron cases rise
Neurosurgery assistant Ashley Silva said the burnout that plagues many healthcare professionals ultimately impacts the quality of care patients receive.
AUSTIN, Texas - Just when many thought things were…
Texas Politics 2021: Pictures of Washington, Austin and the 2022 Campaigns
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Texas politics were very much in the national spotlight in 2021, and national politics played a huge role…
Austin stars are from Greenville SC
A friend in college told Bruce Stephenson to never say no to an opportunity because he wouldn't know where it would take him.The last chance for the 23-year-old from Greenville has won him over 40,000 social media followers as the star of…
Austin COVID test: How to get tested before the holidays
Austin Public Health offers two free testing centers that allow walk-in visits.
AUSTIN, Texas - As more people prepare for vacations or to reunite with their families, the need for COVID-19 testing increases.…
Crowning Ceremony Across America Draws Many to Texas State Cemetery Despite Rain
Austin Cemetery was one of 3,100 places across the country that participated in the laying of wreaths to honor the memory of those who served.
AUSTIN, Texas - A crowd of community members and volunteers filled…
How to Celebrate the Holidays at Austin’s Commodore Perry Estate
ohOne of my favorite things about living in Dallas is how easy it is to get away from it all in Austin. As a native Nashvillian, our state capital is a perfect blend of the best of Texas and the funky vibe of my hometown - a hybrid of…
Austin and Travis County host planning exercise to prepare for the next winter storm
A range of areas were covered, including planning, essential transportation, infrastructure systems, logistics and supply chain management, and public health.
AUSTIN, Texas - The city of Austin and Travis…
Longhorns continue scorching race to clinch four-star OL Neto Umeozulu
Kyle Flood continues to roll on the recruiting trail.
The Texas offensive line continues to strengthen as the Longhorns added a commitment of Neto Umeozulu. Allen's four-star offensive lineman is one of the state's most…
How Texas’ current COVID-19 cases stack up against the nation
2021-12-12 Despite ongoing vaccination efforts, new daily cases of COVID-19 are on the rise across much of the United States. Since the first known case of COVID-19 was identified in the United States on January 21, 2020, there have been a…
As pandemic progresses, Austin mental health community says young people need more services
Much work needs to be done to meet the needs of young people facing mental health challenges during the pandemic, say members of the Austin mental health community. There are also not enough mental…
Matthew Dowd drops campaign for Texas lieutenant governor
In a statement, Dowd said he "doesn't want to be the one standing in the way of the most diversity we need in politics." He was running as a Democrat.
Currently the representative of the State…
Mother pays tribute to son killed in hit-and-run by clearing Austin trails
Mother pays tribute to son killed in hit-and-run by clearing Austin trails Anna Ramos, knowing how much her son Boanerge John Herrera loved the outdoors, started a project to clean the trails in Austin. AUSTIN, Texas - Boanerge John…
🌱 Man Killed in Northwest Austin + ATX Civil Rights Ordinance
Happy Saturday neighbors! Meagan Falcon here with a new North Austin-Pflugerville Daily.Let all of you catch up to start today on an informed note. First of all, the weather forecast for the day:Fog, then sun. High: 76 Low: 65.Weekend…
Internships and scholarships in psychology | VA Texas Health Care Center
After returning from combat, many veterans find it difficult to readjust to life at home. Our mental health care providers play a vital role in helping these Veterans reclaim their lives by providing state-of-the-art care. VA…
Austin RC plane club gives dads and sons a chance to connect
Hill Country AeroModelers meet every Saturday morning to teach new pilots how to fly model RC airplanes.
AUSTIN, Texas - Many parents are looking for a chance to bond. Some find it through sports and others…
Texas vs Sam Houston: live stream info, playing time, how to watch, odds, picks, predictions and…
The Texas Longhorns continue to let off steam during the first part of their non-conference program on Monday when they host Sam Houston State in Austin. The UT will play this game in the old Gregory Gym on campus, it is the first game…
Josh Thompson declares himself for NFL draft
AUSTIN, Texas - Texas Senior Defensive Back Josh thompson will forfeit his extra year of eligibility and compete in the 2022 NFL Draft, he said on Saturday.
Declaration of Josh thompson:
âFirst and foremost,…
Thanksgiving community dinners are slowly coming back to Austin
Austin's Principe de Paz Church hosted a hybrid event on Thursday where people could either grab a plate or stay and enjoy the meal with others.
AUSTIN, Texas - It's Thanksgiving!…
Busy travel day planned at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
AUSTIN, Texas - Today is set to be the second busiest travel day of the year at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. ABIA says it is already seeing up to 20,000 more people passing through its doors than last year. Officials say…
Steve Sarkisian provides updates on injured Texas quarterbacks
AUSTIN - The Texas quarterback's situation remains evolving as the team prepares for Friday's season finale against Kansas State at Royal-Memorial Stadium.Junior Casey Thompson and red-shirted rookie Hudson Card both left behind last…
Over 1,000 turkeys distributed in Austin despite high prices
Without the âHands for Hopeâ meal distribution, Dasawne Cavanaugh says she wouldn't have been able to afford her turkey this year.
AUSTIN, Texas - The current supply chain…
Governor Abbott Renames Gilmore and Hernandez to Texas Crime Stoppers Council | Oficina del…
November 19, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Appointment
Governor Greg Abbott reappointed Perry Gilmore, Ph.D. and Carlo Hernandez to the Texas Crime Stoppers Council for terms expiring September 1,…
🌱 Development of Pflugerville + masked singer coming to ATX
Happy thursday, North Austin-Pflugerville! Your host Meagan Falcon, here.Let's start today on an informed note, will you? These are the most important things happening in town today. First of all, the weather forecast for the day:The…
New Austin, Texas police policies cause concern
The fallout from a recently rejected voting initiative in Austin, Texas has raised concerns among local citizens and business people in the state capital of Texas.
Proposal A, which was rejected from 68% to 32% in the November 2…
The fate of the sinking tectonic plates revealed
AUSTIN, Texas - The surface of our world is a jumble of tectonic plates jostling each other, new ones emerge as others are dragged along. The current cycle keeps our continents in motion and animates life on Earth. But…
Governor Abbott Promotes Limited Government, Individual Liberty and Free Enterprise at the Goodman…
November 9, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press release
Governor Greg Abbott delivered remarks today extolling limited government, individual liberty and free enterprise in the state of Texas at the…
Homicide at 8220 W. SH 71 in the city of Austin
November 5, 2021 Case: 21-3081077 Dated: Thursday, November 4, 2021Time: 5:58 p.m.Site: 8220 W. SH 71Deceased: Brian Ocampo, Hispanic man, born June 18, 2002The Austin Police Department (APD) identified Brian Ocampo as the deceased in the…
MaxPreps Top 25 High School Football Scores: No.3 Austin Westlake defeats Lake Travis 63-21
The biggest high school football game of the week was a one-sided affair as No.3 Westlake (Austin, TX) claimed a 63-21 victory over rival Lake Travis (Austin). Five-star Chaparrals quarterback Cade Klubnik…
State Representative Eddie Rodriguez shows up for Congress
AUSTIN, Texas - Democratic State Representative Eddie Rodriguez has previously indicated he is interested in running for Congress in Texas'35e District and Federal Election Commission documents filed Thursday formalized it.
The longtime…
Austin votes against more cops in prop A: election results
The city of Austin voted against the city's proposed amendment to establish a minimum police force and require there to be at least two police officers per 1,000 residents, according to unofficial 2021 election results.Proposal A took…
TxDOT completes RM 2222 project in Northwest Austin
AUSTIN, TX - The Texas Department of Transportation held a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday to celebrate the completion of the RM 2222 expansion project in northwest Austin.The RM 2222 widening project included the addition of an…
Damage and management changes to the East Austin apartment
AUSTIN, Texas - Tenants face more damage and disputes with the management of an apartment complex in East Austin.
Families in the village of Mount Carmel went without gas for months, then were displaced for another three months during…
Lynd Living acquires value-added apartment community in Austin, Texas for $ 46.6 million
Lynd Living has closed its 222 Legends Lakeline units, a Class A garden-style apartment community in North Austin for $ 46.6 million Lynd Living, a Texas-based multi-family investor, developer and operator, has acquired his fourth…
Austin Chamber of Commerce – Blog: Job Growth and Unemployment
Non-agricultural salaried jobs Austin's total non-farm jobs in September were 1,159,100 according to Friday's releases of monthly labor market data by the Texas Workforce Commission and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. In February…
2 dead after fiery crash closed lanes on I-35 near 51st Street
AUSTIN (KXAN) - Two people died after a fiery crash Monday night on Interstate 35 near 51st Street, the Austin-Travis County EMS reported.
ATCEMS paramedics responded to the 5300 block of the N. I-35 southbound just after 8:30…
City leaders condemn anti-Semitic, racist and homophobic messages seen in Austin
The Austin Police Chief responded to reports of a banner posted on MoPac, as many city leaders spoke out against inappropriate graffiti at Anderson High.
AUSTIN, Texas - City leaders are speaking out,…
Austin Airport expects record-breaking 2021 Formula 1 weekend trip
Passengers on Sunday October 24 and Monday October 25 are requested to arrive early.
AUSTIN, TX - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is warning travelers to arrive early Sunday, October 24 and Monday,…
Governor’s Committee on Persons with Disabilities Announces 2021 Lex Frieden Job Award Winners…
October 22, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press release
The Office of the Governor's Committee on Disabled Persons (GCPD) today announced the recipients of the 2021 Lex Frieden Employment Awards. Named…
Abbott claims Biden “abandoned Texas”
FOX 7 talk: Abbott claims Biden 'abandoned Texas' Jamarr Brown, the co-executive director of the Texas Democratic Party, and James Dickey, former president of the Texas GOP, join Mike Warren to talk about what Abbott said on FOX News.…