Today on Texas Standard: State ratings put Austin schools at risk of Texas takeover
Texas has released its latest A-through-F accountability ratings, with most public schools holding steady or improving. But two Austin middle schools received failing grades for a fifth consecutive year, putting Austin ISD at risk of districtwide state intervention. Here’s what’s coming up on Texas Standard for Monday,
Inmate escapes law enforcement custody at St. David’s North Austin Medical Center
A person detained by law enforcement escaped custody at St. David's North Austin Medical Center Monday morning, according to Austin Police.
Austin women’s sports bar sets closing date to make way for light rail
Women's sports aren't over in Austin, but locals' dedicated spot for watching them is. Women's sports bar 1972 Pub announced on social media that August 30 will be its final day of business. Pub owners Debra Hallum and Marlene du Plessis and the community knew this day would come, and...
Austin Welcomes New Chick-fil-A Restaurant
AUSTIN, Texas (May 26, 2026) – A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving the Austin community at its newest location on May 28, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. in the drive-thru, with the dining room opening at 6:30 a.m. Chick-fil-A, Inc. selected Talton Cooper III as the local Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Easton Park.
Crime victim sets up hidden camera to catch thieves in the act
A citizen who was the victim of a car break-in at trails in Austin set up a hidden camera to catch the thieves in the act.
Cedar Park officials respond to structure fire
CEDAR PARK, Texas — The Cedar Park Police Department is assisting the Cedar Park Fire Department with a structure fire Sunday evening. The police department stated at 5 p.m. that the fire occurred in the area of 1600 Toro Grande Blvd. ALSO: Mobile home damaged after San Marcos fire.
Texas cities eye property tax hikes, spending cuts amid yawning budget gaps
DALLAS — Texas cities have floated unusual proposals to slash their spending as they face yawning budget gaps, from laying off employees and charging non-residents higher zoo ticket prices, to asking voters to reconsider public funding to a new arena for the San Antonio Spurs. These desperate maneuvers —...
THIS WEEK IN AUSTIN: Here We Go Again: The Great Texas THC Debate
AUSTIN – Just when you thought you knew the ins and outs of the Great Texas THC Debate, here we go again. Someone give these guys a gummy. Seriously, there are bigger fights to fight in this great state. Recently three members of the Texas hemp industry took their...
15 Texas Lakeside Restaurants Perfect For Date Night
Date night called, and the lake already saved you a table. Texas does romance especially well when dinner comes with open water in the background. One evening might mean a marina view, another a quiet cove, and the next a patio where sunset does half the decorating. The mood can...
CapMetro service changes take effect Aug. 16
As Austin prepares to head back to school, CapMetro said it implemented some service changes guided by the Transit Plan 2035 and community feedback.
