Austin ISD police chief released from hospital 4 weeks after motorcycle crash
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Wayne Sneed, the police chief for the Austin Independent School District, is out of the hospital, according to the district. The chief received treatment and physical rehabilitation at the Dell Seton Medical Center after his motorcycle crash on June 3. The crash happened around 8:20 p.m. at U.S. 290 wes
10 Reasons Texas Is a Dream State for Large Dog Lovers
Picture this: you’re standing in your spacious Texas backyard at sunset, watching your Great Dane or German Shepherd romp freely while the warm breeze carries the scent of wildflowers. Your ... Read more The post 10 Reasons Texas Is a Dream State for Large Dog Lovers appeared first on Doggodigest .
Fire ants wreaked havoc when they invaded Austin decades ago. A team of scientists...
On her last day of sleepaway camp in 2024, 8-year-old Lucy crept barefoot in a field of tall grass, plotting her next move in a game of capture the counselor, when she felt a stinging sensation on both of her feet. “I tried to keep calm,” Lucy, now 10, said....
Mission Revival Meets Spanish Style in This Historic Austin Estate
In my mind, I’ve already purchased this home and am sending you this post from the patio of this incredible blended Spanish and Mission Revival-style home in Austin. Located just moments from downtown, this home is set on more than half an acre in Travis Heights, one of Austin’s most established and sought-after neighb
Three Central Texas lakes remain full after recent, heavy rains
One small town was marked safe from running out of water.
UT taps Oklahoma secretary of education as new College of Education dean
Daniel Hamlin will lead UT's College of Education following a search that drew faculty scrutiny.
Austin ‘fine-casual’ restaurant marks 5 years with all-star chef dinner
The lauded Austin restaurant and wine bar Birdie's is celebrating five years soon and some of the city's best chefs are joining the party. The collaborative dinner on July 18 is open to all on a first come, first served basis. Three Austin friends will pitch in: pitmaster Aaron Franklin...
UT Austin researchers develop jacket that pulls drinking water from the air
Researchers at UT Austin have developed a wearable textile that pulls moisture from the atmosphere and converts it into drinking water, potentially helping hikers, farmers and emergency responders stay hydrated.
Great Horned Owl rescued from South Austin pool
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin park rangers rescued a Great Horned Owl found trapped in a balance tank at Garrison Pool in South Austin, the City of Austin Park Rangers said. The rangers posted about the incident on Facebook on Saturday. Rangers responded to a call about the owl and...
Police seek suspects in Central Austin 7-Eleven robbery that injured store clerk
AUSTIN, Texas — Police are asking for the public's help identifying three suspects who robbed a Central Austin 7-Eleven and tackled a store clerk in the early morning hours of May 31, according to the Austin Police Department. The robbery occurred around 2:50 a.m. at the 7-Eleven located at...
