‘I killed these people out of love’: Man murders 3 at Target in admittedly...
"I realized I was Jesus, and I had to grab my gun and shoot a couple of people to save us all," the man allegedly confessed. "I killed these people out of love, not out of hate." The post 'I killed these people out of love': Man murders 3 at Target in admittedly 'random' shooting because he wanted 'to set everyone...
Back-to-school Show! Girls Empowerment Network shares how to help kids feel confident
AUSTIN, Texas — As the school year approaches, many children experience a mix of excitement and anxiety. Angela Montijo, a licensed clinical social worker and the training and curriculum manager for the Girls Empowerment Network, shared some timely advice on how adults can support kids during this transition....
Tropical storm threat is decreasing for South Texas. Here’s what we know.
A Gulf disturbance now has a 0% chance of becoming a tropical storm, but it could still bring rain, high surf and deadly rip currents
Noted music composer and Mound native dies
Presbyterians and other lovers of sacred music are mourning this week after the death of Hal Hopson, a Presbyterian composer of church music who published more than 3,000 works. Hopson died Sunday at age 92. His funeral will be at 3 p.m. Aug. 16 at University Presbyterian Church in Austin.
Gusto Italian Kitchen set to reopen after suspected drunk driver crashes into building
AUSTIN, Texas — An Italian restaurant in central Austin will reopen Saturday after being closed for nearly two weeks when a suspected drunk driver crashed into the building and fled the scene. Gusto Italian Kitchen + Wine Bar at 4800 Burnet Road will resume dinner service Aug. 16, according...
Texas’ largest ever display of National AIDS Memorial Quilt goes up in Austin ahead...
A piece of the National AIDS Memorial Quilt is now on display in the Fourth Floor Gallery at the First Baptist Church of Austin.
Man accused of stabbing innocent CapMetro bus rider deemed incompetent for trial, docs say
Deepak Kandel, who police charged with the May 14 murder of health tech entrepreneur Akshay Gupta, has been deemed incompetent to stand trial and committed to an appropriate "mental health facility or residential care facility," according to Travis County court documents.
1,000+ students in Round Rock ISD considered homeless, numbers keep rising
The number of students experiencing homelessness across the state of Texas has continued to rise over the last few years.
Texas House reissues arrest warrants for absent lawmakers
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas House has voted to reissue civil arrest warrants for state representatives who continue to be absent without excuse. During Friday’s floor session, House Speaker Tom Burrows told members he expects quorum to be reestablished on Monday. He warned absent members that they will not be allowed...
Texas abruptly loses 5 grocery stores as economic downturn accelerates
Texas just can’t seem to catch a break. Fresh off losing several factories – and with retail spending cratering – now five grocery stores are closing. Under pressure It’s ugly…
