Texas highway hits 85 mph making it fastest road in America
For those who crave a little excitement, Texas offers a highway experience that promises both speed and a sense of adventure.
Someone Needs to Hear This…
In a world where we often forget to appreciate ourselves, a social media post has been making rounds, reminding us all of our worth. The post reads, "You're doing an amazing job. And more importantly, you're awesome." This simple yet powerful message has resonated with many, sparking an interesting discussion among...
Can You Join the Waitlist for a UGS?
The question of whether one can get on the waitlist for an Undergraduate Studies (UGS) course has been a topic of discussion on social media platforms. A user recently asked if it's possible to join the waitlist for a UGS course as they only ever see the status as 'closed'. They also wondered if people drop these...
Austin Police Successfully Resolve Two Separate Standoffs with No Injuries; Suspects in Custody
Wednesday night in Austin's West Side ended with a man in police custody, following a standoff where a SWAT team responded to reports of a person with a gun, as the Chicago Sun-Times reported. The encounter began around 8:50 p.m. in the 5000 block of West Augusta Boulevard when police were called to the scene,...
Comfort apparel brand Bombas to open standalone store at The Domain
The retailer is known for its comfort apparel such as socks and slippers. (Courtesy Bombas) Apparel brand Bombas is set to open its first Austin-area standalone store at The Domain on Nov. 15. The details. Bombas is known for its "comfort apparel," selling items such as socks, undergarments and slippers...
Don’t Like These Summer Visitors? They Like You
Mosquitoes feed on a plethora of blood sources, such as farm animals, monkeys, and birds, which carry diseases that the insects spread directly into the bloodstream of humans. Austin’s warm weather, high human concentration, and frequent rain make the city a harbor for several types of mosquitoes, chiefly the...
APD’s deadly force policy is scrutinized during officer’s deadly conduct trial
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department's use-of-force policy was scrutinized on Wednesday in the deadly conduct trial of Officer Daniel Sanchez. He is facing the charge for the deadly 2022 shooting of tech entrepreneur Rajan Moonesinghe. Two shots fired by Moonesinghe outside his South Austin home were the...
After turning vacant lot into a food bank, one east Austin woman feeds hundreds...
Austin, TX — As families across Texas face empty pantries and tighter budgets, one Austin woman hasn’t stopped giving, not even with a broken ankle. Every Friday, Jeannette and her volunteers turn an empty lot in one East Austin neighborhood into a full-scale food bank, feeding hundreds of families. Her dedication...
Pedestrian Killed in Crash on East Riverside Drive; Austin Traffic Fatalities Rise in 2025
On November 12, 2025, Austin Police responded to a fatal collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian in the 2200 block of East Riverside Drive. The female pedestrian, who has not been identified, was taken to a hospital and later died from her injuries.
Austin police officer followed protocol in fatal shooting, APD witnesses say
Daniel Sanchez acted by the book when he opened fire on Rajan Moonesinghe in November 2022, APD trainers and officials testified.

















