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Deputies investigating attempted abduction of teen girl in North Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man allegedly tried to abduct a 16-year-old girl at a bus stop in North Austin on Wednesday morning. The incident happened around 6 a.m. in the 16000 block of FM 1325 on Aug. 21. The teenager...
Former Austin City Council member again sues city over funding for abortion access
A conservative former Austin City Council member is once again taking the city of Austin to court over its use of public funds to aid Austinites seeking abortions, which are banned in Texas except in cases of life-threatening emergencies. In the city's most recent budget, which the Austin City Council approved last...
East Austin church rezoning reveals cracks in DB90
Plans to expand an East Austin church are moving forward, but not before they sparked criticism of the city’s new density bonus program, DB90, at the Planning Commission last week. Christ Church of Central Austin, which is located at San Marcos and Medina streets in the Cesar Chavez neighborhood,...
The oil industry is booming. This West Texas small business worries it’s been left behind.
"The oil industry is booming. This West Texas small business worries it’s been left behind." was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Illinois quick hits: K-9, suspect killed in Alton; Texas delegate robbed in Chicago
K-9, suspect killed in shootout in Alton One suspect and a K-9 police dog were killed following an apparent shootout Thursday in Alton. Illinois State Police reports officers from the Alton Police Department engaged in gunfire with a suspect. The suspect was shot and taken to a hospital with injuries, where he was later pronounced dead. ...
Drought conditions continue to worsen across the Big Country
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — The dangerous heat and lack of rain in the Big Country have worsened this week’s drought monitor. Last week, most counties were under a Dry (1/5) Risk. This week, all of our counties are now experiencing at least a Moderate (2/5) Risk. This is due to the fact that the […]
Highest Priced Texas High Schools Cost Way More Than Colleges
The cost of a college education has been going up significantly Texas and across the country while many are starting to argue the value of the degree has been going down. Now, imagine attending a high school that costs more in a single year than dozens of colleges and universities in the Lone Star State cost in 4, 5, or maybe as many as 20 years for those really super duper seniors that are stuck being a cross between being Peter Pan and Van Wilder.
Dead Fish Are Washing Up In Texas And The Heat Is To Blame
It's so hot in Texas! How hot is it? It's killing fish! No need to get your fishing rods and bait ready, because these fish are already belly up!. Over at Calaveras Lake in San Antonio, Texas, dead fish are washing up on the edges of the lake and experts are saying it's definitely the high temperatures!
Everything Costs: Would Texans Tolerate Bag Or To-Go Container Fees?
A TikTok video recently went viral of a woman complaining about a 10-cent bag fee on her Chic-fil-A order. She was outraged and threatened Chic-fil-a: "Count your days." However, it wasn't Chic-fil-a's fault she got the bag upcharge, it's local law in her town. It went into effect this past January but I suppose this is the first time she noticed.
Nearly every drought category worsens across Texas
AUSTIN, Texas — A new drought monitor has been released and as expected, the week-to-week change does not look pretty. Nearly every drought category worsened statewide, despite there not being any changes in Central Texas. For example, areas in the "abnormally dry" category increased by 5%, while areas not in a drought decreased by that same metric.
Texas Lotto changes rules after a Houston Chronicle investigation
Last month, a Houston Chronicle investigation revealed how wealthy investors were gaming the Texas Lottery, buying up millions of tickets to ensure a winning number. That story caught the attention of lawmakers who have scrutinized the Texas Lottery Commission over allowing the practice. The commission has since said it will be implementing changes to prevent mass ticket buys in the future.
Brace Yourself, Texas: Highly Active Hurricane Season Continues, Say Experts
After Hurricane Beryl battered south Texas, many residents who live along the gulf are contemplating if there will be another devastating tropical storm. Experts warn that it very well may be possible. One thing to keep in mind is that parts of the Texas gulf are actually more vulnerable to...
Texas Roads Buckle from Intense Heat
If you’ve been driving around Houston lately, you might have noticed the roads seem a little… wavy. No, you’re not imagining things—Houston’s infamous summer heat is taking its toll on the city's infrastructure, and the roads are buckling under the pressure. Downright Destructive. As temperatures...
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