ACC board challenges end of law offering in-state tuition for undocumented students
The Austin Community College District Board of Trustees said it will join a lawsuit challenging the end of a Texas law that allowed certain undocumented students to get in-state tuition rates at public colleges and universities. The 2001 law is known as the Texas Dream Act. “As the publicly elected...
More Videos Of The Austin, Texas Robot Has Appeared On Social Media
Recently, a robot was seen in the city of Austin, Texas. A lot of questions were raised about who was behind the robot and what exactly it was doing in the state. Now, more videos have appeared of the robot, and wouldn't you know it, it does more than just walk.
Texas Steakhouse Just Named One of the Best in the World
(KNUE-FM) Whenever someone claims to have the best steak or any food for that matter in Texas, I always get a little nervous for them. That is a very bold statement especially when we are talking about the importance of a steakhouse in Texas. There are many to choose from:...
More than a thrift store: $3 Austin clothing shop is on a mission to...
Austin has long been a thrifter’s paradise in Texas. But even with the over 100 thrift and vintage stores around, one stands out. Heartening has been operating with a zero-waste goal since founder Kelley Rytlewski created an online directory of local charity donation needs during the pandemic. After she...
‘No more passing the trash’: Governor signs sweeping bill addressing misconduct in schools
Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 571 into law on Sunday night, which aims to close every loophole that bad actors might use to gain access to public and private schools. The legislation also expands the state’s authority to investigate allegations of misconduct against contractors and volunteers who work on school...
This Wild Texas Sanctuary Lets You Get Eye-To-Eye With Giant Crocodiles And Curious Capybaras
Ever locked eyes with a 15-foot crocodile from just a few feet away? At Crocodile Encounter in Angleton, Texas, you’ll do just that—and then some. This one-of-a-kind wildlife park is part zoo, part sanctuary, and all-out adventure. It’s the kind of place that surprises you: tucked away on a quiet country road but packed with the kind of up-close animal interactions that feel straight out of the Amazon.
This Giant Korean-Inspired Spa In Texas Has Rooftop Pools, Himalayan Salt Rooms, And Swim-Up...
If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into a world where relaxation reigns and stress melts away like butter on hot stone, Spa Castle in Carrollton, Texas, is your golden ticket. Think of it as a luxury vacation—without the airfare—where bubbling hot tubs, steamy saunas, and rooftop pools await at every turn.
Governor Abbott strikes down THC Ban Bill minutes before deadline
Minutes before the looming deadline that would pass any undecided bills into law, Governor Greg Abbott vetoed SB 3, the THC Ban Bill. This was one of Lieutenant Governor, Dan Patrick''s, priority bills this session. The bill would ban any THC product from being used, sold, or possessed in Texas.
Hypothermic Hiker Rescued In Dangerous Conditions On Mount Washington
Winds exceeded 120 mph and temperatures were in the 20s on Mount Washington Friday. A hypothermic hiker who became unable to move or communicate was rescued on Mount Washington Friday. According to New Hampshire Fish and Game officials, rescue personnel responded to a report of a hiker suffering from hypothermia...
Austin Police identify 72-year-old pedestrian killed on Hancock Dr.
AUSTIN - Investigators with the Austin Police Department have identified a pedestrian who was killed after being hit by a vehicle early Friday morning. According to police, the collision happened at 7:45 a.m. in the 2800 block of Hancock Dr., which is in the Allandale area of Austin. The pedestrian,...