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Texas women's basketball lands commitment from Aaliyah Crump, No. 3 prospect in 2025 class
Since Vic Schaefer took over as the head coach of the Texas women's basketball team ahead of the 2020-21 season, the Longhorns have signed high school prospects out of seven states: California, Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, Mississippi, South Dakota and, of course, Texas. Minnesota can now be added to the Longhorns' national recruiting map. ...
Body found at Lady Bird Johnson Flower Center identified as missing Austin man: APD
AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department identified a body found at the Lady Bird Johnson Flower Center. Police said the body was confirmed to be a missing Austin man. Austin-Travis County EMS said on June 20, around 3:34 p.m., a 911 caller reported seeing a person along the fence line near the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.
UT-Austin offers pro-Palestinian protesters probation instead of suspensions
AUSTIN, Texas — This article originally appeared in the Texas Tribune. The University of Texas at Austin has begun disciplining students who were arrested in pro-Palestinian demonstrations in April, scolding them for their actions but offering them a path to avoid suspension. In letters sent out to students this...
Arch Manning explains his somewhat shocking decision to strong-arm transfer portal
Despite being the best high school recruit in his class, Arch Manning has rarely seen the field for Texas. He made his Longhorns debut in the regular-season finale vs. in-state rival Texas Tech before playing again sparingly vs. Oklahoma State in the Big 12 Championship Game. With Quinn Ewers returning to Austin for his senior season, maybe people wondered why Manning did not transfer.
Ongoing feud may have led to shooting at southeast Austin market | Second shooter still at large
AUSTIN, Texas — As the search for a second suspect continues, court documents detail what led up to a shooting at a southeast Austin market. Three people were hurt in the shooting on June 30 at the 812 Outdoor Market along FM 812. Deputies with the Travis County Sheriff's...
Quinn Ewers, Kelvin Banks and Jahdae Barron to represent Texas at 2024 SEC Media Days
Quinn Ewers will help introduce the Texas football team to the Southeastern Conference. On Monday, it was revealed that Ewers will be one of UT’s representatives at next week’s SEC Media Days in Dallas. The Texas quarterback is set to be joined by head coach Steve Sarkisian, offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr., and...
Star Chef Mashama Bailey Is Closing Her Two Austin Restaurants
One of the most powerful chefs in the culinary world is getting out of the Lone Star State.Inside Kappo Sono, a New 12-Seat Kaiseki Counter in N.Y.C. The James Beard Award winner Mashama Bailey will close her two Austin, Texas, restaurants on Sunday, Eater Austin reported on Monday. Bailey and her business partner Johno Morisano opened the casual café the Grey Market and the Southern restaurant Diner Bar in 2022, both at the Thompson Austin hotel. “The Thompson Hotel’s ownership is continuing to internalize all [food & beverage] operations,” Bobby Hernandez, the general manager of both spots, told Eater in an email....
2 men charged with murder in connection with early June shooting at northeast Austin Waffle House
AUSTIN, Texas — Two men have been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at a northeast Austin Waffle House in early June. On June 8, Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to a shooting call at the Waffle House located at 12304 Dessau Road just after 6 a.m. When officers arrived, they found a woman – later identified as 25-year-old Tykeisha Lewis – who appeared to have been shot.
Hear Local Author Phương Liên Palafox On New Book, “BUOY”
In the heart of Phương Liên Palafox’s childhood lies a remarkable journey—one that began with her father at the helm of a boat carrying 56 Vietnamese refugees. Their destination: Hong Kong. But amidst the tumultuous sea, a new life emerged. Phương, the eldest, was born immediately upon their arrival. At just six years old, she assumed the role of family interpreter, caring for her siblings while her parents worked tirelessly.
Ground Floor Theatre Announces Queer Camp For Youth
Ground Floor Theatre (GFT) is thrilled to announce Queer Camp, a tuition-free summer program designed for LGBTQ+ youth ages 14-17. This two-week intensive theatre arts camp focuses on building connections, skills training, and using the arts as social justice advocacy. Registration is now open at groundfloortheatre.org/camp. Creating a Safe Space...
Is The Austin Rain Dome Real?
We all know the name that folks have dubbed the invisible shield around our city: the Austin rain dome. And we’ve all witnessed it: Thunderstorms moving east out of the Hill Country often weaken, fall apart, or split once they reach the city limits of Austin. But is the...
City of Austin to continue clay treatment to reduce toxic algae in Lady Bird Lake
AUSTIN, Texas — The city of Austin is gearing up for its second clay treatment of Lady Bird Lake to reduce algae growth. This is the fourth year of the city's five-year pilot program to reduce toxic algae growth on the lake. So far, officials believe the treatments are working.
Art21’s “Extended Play”: Michael Ray Charles
As part of Glasstire’s yearlong partnership with Art21, the organization known for producing award-winning documentary films about the lives and work of some of the world’s best-known contemporary artists, we’ll be co-publishing a small selection of films highlighting artists who are either based in Texas or have a significant connection to the state.
Austin Residents and Businesses Brace for Potential Water Bill Increase of Up to 9.5%
Brace your wallets, Austinites. If you thought your water bill was drying up your funds before, get ready for a potential surge. Austin Water is pushing for a rate increase that could spike the average residential water and wastewater bill by 9.5 percent—taking it from about $85 to $93.12 a month, based on average consumption numbers. This jump is riding the wave of an increase just last year when bills went up by 3.3 percent. The reason, as reported by The Austin Monitor, is a mix of escalating costs for necessary water treatment chemicals, staff payrolls, and the repair of aging infrastructure.
HAAM Music Monday Powered by FVF Law: Catch Daniel Fears at the Austin Chamber Music Fest
It is HAAM Music Monday powered by FVF Law and today we're excited to highlight a friend of the show and incredible local musician,Daniel Fears.Daniel defies any singular genre but leans on his ties to gospel and Christian music, classical, hip hop, and R&B to reach his unique sound. You...
Pedernales Electric Cooperative shares tips to stay comfortable and keep bills manageable
We’re in the hottest part of the year and here in central Texas and that means we can expect to be sweating for the next few months. Those higher temperatures can also mean higher electric bills, especially when we’re not watching our energy use. But there are some tips you can follow to stay comfortable and keep your bills manageable. Kendra Acosta with Pedernales Electric Cooperative dropped by to share some small and not-so-small ways you can watch your energy useand save big this summer.
Family Owned Texas Ranch Near Austin On Sale For $11.9 Million
A Huge Ranch Near Austin That's Been Owned By One Family For Over A Century Is On The Market. Texas has LOTS of land for sale as you probably know but its rare that you see something like this: A family owned property with its own lake and so much more!
Austin Humane Society evacuates animals in the path of Beryl
AUSTIN, Texas — As Beryl continues to impact the Texas coast, it's not just people who need to take cover, but animals too. On July 6, the Austin Humane Society (AHS) activated its Emergency Pet Shelter in preparation for the storm system, which officially made landfall in Texas Monday morning, not far from Houston.
Marble Falls graduate embraces Native American heritage with handmade dresses
Kateri Angel Marie Henderson grew up in the Highland Lakes but has deep roots in the Native American tribes of the Southwest. A Marble Falls Mustang since kindergarten, her high school graduation in May 2024 became a powerful means of connecting with her rich family heritage. Together with her parents,...
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