Texas DPS assist with immigration arrests at Austin construction site
The arrests occurred on Thursday morning after DPS stopped a van carrying immigrant men in front of a construction site in central Austin.
Greg Abbott Issues Update on Texas Raising Property Taxes
A new maximum property tax tariff for the next fiscal year was set by Austin City Council on Thursday.
Austin Aquarium receives warning from USDA regarding animal handling ‘violation’
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a warning notice to the Austin Aquarium on July 3 related to violations for its handling of animals.
Austin Police investigate homicide near police headquarters
Austin police are investigating a homicide that happened near police headquarters early Saturday morning.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs asks for release on $50 million bond ahead of October sentencing
SFA to appeal after judge orders temporary re-instatement of SFA women’s sports. In a temporary injunction, a judge ordered the re-instatement of several women’s sports at Stephen F. Austin University Friday. However, on Friday evening, SFA released a statement saying they respect the court’s decision, but they will...
Flood survivors accuse Travis County of failing them during deadly storm
Flood survivors told Texas lawmakers that Travis County's slow response left them stranded, forcing volunteers to lead rescue, aid and recovery after deadly flooding.
ICE agents not at local hospitals, but facilities have plans in place
Local hospitals, clinics have procedures in place to comply legally with federal agents while trying to make care available for all.
Ingram Lake resident: 6 feet of rubble has become a graveyard, finding fingers, limbs
(The Center Square) – At a legislative hearing on the July 4 flood, lawmakers heard from residents who said they are finding hip bones, fingers, limbs and body parts of people who died from the July 4 flash flood and authorities are largely absent in their communities. Sandy Creek residents gave examples of Travis...
Homicide in downtown Austin leaves man dead, one in custody
One man is dead and one person is in custody after a homicide in downtown Austin Saturday morning, according to the Austin Police Department.
These 3 Texas cities are among US News’ top 10 best places to live....
In addition to best overall cities, U.S. News also ranked cities in separate categories according to population. A total of 25 Texas cities were recognized.
