Several Teams Earn Statement Conference Series Wins: Around the SEC
A look at the action across the SEC in week seven of conference play.
Austin man sentenced to nearly 20 years in prison for drug trafficking, firearms charges
AUSTIN, Texas — An Austin man has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearm offenses, federal officials announced on Monday. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas, 32-year-old Blane Spear, also known as Jonathan Garza, was sentenced to 235 months in prison for methamphetamine trafficking. He also received a concurrent 180...
Central Texas lake levels today: Where water levels stand after much-needed rain
One town reached its lake level goal sooner than expected.
First Alert Weather Day: A few strong storms possible this afternoon, evening
Early morning forecast model data is trending toward a stormy late-afternoon and evening across parts of Central Texas ahead of a cold front pushing through tomorrow. Although severe weather isn’t guaranteed, there’s enough of a risk for severe storms to make today a First Alert Weather Day. Two...
Kyle police seek suspect in alleged GoFundMe fraud scheme
Kyle police are asking for the public’s help to locate a suspect accused of creating a fraudulent GoFundMe campaign by falsely claiming a child died after a car crash.
One Texas City’s Home Prices Among Those Dropping Faster Than Anywhere Else
It was one of the hottest housing markets in the country, now it’s cooling quite a bit. A Zillow report reveals what happened.
Cedar Park Cuts Ribbon on New Public Safety Training Facility
The City of Cedar Park has opened a new Public Safety Joint Training Facility, a $30 million project approved by voters as part of the city’s 2022 bond program. City leaders marked the opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 24. The facility is designed to bring police, fire, and emergency management personnel together in one location for joint training exercises.
Austin students show off culinary chops, win dish on Kerbey Lane menu
A salmon scampi created by three Austin High School culinary students is headed to the summer seasonal menu at Kerbey Lane Cafe, with part of the proceeds helping Austin ISD cover student meal debt. Austin High students Zach Borja, Josiah Peterson-Bull, and Judah Scaletta won the April 24 culinary competition...
TxDOT to break ground on Loop 360 project at RM 2222
TxDOT is breaking ground on a $68.4 million Loop 360 project at Courtyard Drive and RM 2222, adding an underpass, new interchange and bike and pedestrian improvements.
13 Texas Restaurants Serving Brisket So Tender It Practically Melts Before You Sit Down
Texas barbecue is serious business, and brisket is the undisputed king of the pit. From small-town smokehouses to big-city joints, pitmasters across the Lone Star State have turned slow-smoked beef into an art form that draws hungry crowds from all over the world. Whether you’re a lifelong Texan or just...
