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'A Pandora's box of problems' | Parents raise red flags about textbooks in the works for public schools across Texas
AUSTIN, Texas — Education leaders are sharing more about new curriculum that could come to public schools in Texas next year. Critics of the revised plan say it leans too heavily on Christianity. Bluebonnet Learning is state-developed material that provides resources like daily lesson plans. Todd Davis, the associate...
Round Rock Republican's newest campaign ad features kids who aren't hers
AUSTIN, Texas — A new political ad about protecting kids and improving school lunches features a Texas Republican lawmaker, her husband, and four children. However, the kids are apparently "constituents." According to the Texas Tribune, State Rep. Caroline Harris Davila, a Round Rock native, released the ad stating that...
Tarrant County Election Administrator says viral claims of votes being 'flipped' are overblown -- and being addressed
WHITE SETTLEMENT, Texas — A woman campaigning outside a Tarrant County early voting site this week says she never expected some videos she filmed earlier this week to get this much attention. Jess Glover says she just thought that what she was being told was worth documenting. So she...
The city of Austin is one step closer to signing its police contract
AUSTIN, Texas — After more than a year and a half, the Austin police union may finally get a contract with the city. But before they sign off, council members heard from Austinities during a work session on Tuesday. Austinites who signed up to speak before council addressed their...
APD: Driver on the run after hitting pedestrians, crashing into food truck in southeast Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — A driver is on the run after hitting several pedestrians and a food truck in southeast Austin. Police said they received a call from a woman around 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday about a disturbance on Elmont Drive near South Pleasant Valley Road. The woman told police...
Police searching for suspect in northeast Austin hit-and-run that killed pedestrian
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a suspect in connection with a crash that killed a pedestrian last month. Police said the crash happened on Sept. 17 at approximately 6:24 a.m. in the 7400 block of Ed Bluestein...
East Austin YMCA applies for $20M grant to expand, create 'climate resilience hub'
AUSTIN, Texas — The Greater Austin YMCA is partnering with St. Edward’s University on a $20 million grant application to expand the YMCA on Ed Bluestein Boulevard. The groups are asking the Environmental Protection Agency for funding to add a 30,000-square-foot climate resilience hub. The energy-efficient space would...
Austin ISD superintendent responds to criticism over Proposition A
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin ISD Superintendent Matias Segura revealed what percent of the district's staff will get a pay raise if voters approve Proposition A. Under the ballot measure, property taxes would rise $34 a month for the typical Austin ISD homeowner who has an estimated home value of $553,493. The tax increase would not affect homeowners with an over-65 exemption.
Man arrested after homicide in Caldwell County last month
DALE, Texas — A man has been arrested in connection with a homicide in Caldwell County last month. According to the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a residence in the 400 block of Mustang Meadow Run in Dale around 1 a.m. on Sept. 25. After arriving on...
APD searching for driver involved in deadly East Austin hit-and-run
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a driver involved in a hit-and-run in East Austin in March. APD said the incident happened in the 5000 block of N. Interstate 35 northbound, near 51st Street, around 5 a.m. on March 23.
Trump coming to Austin to tape interview with Joe Rogan for popular podcast
AUSTIN, Texas — Former President Donald Trump is expected in Austin on Friday to record an interview with Joe Rogan. Multiple sources confirmed to ABC News that the interview will take place at Rogan's studio in Austin, where the UFC commentator and comedian hosts one of the most popular podcasts in the world.
Business associate of Brad Simpson faces charge of tampering with evidence
OLMOS PARK, Texas — A business associate of Brad Simpson, whose wife, Suzanne Simpson, has been missing for more than two weeks, has been arrested on a charge of tampering with evidence. DPS said Tuesday the Texas Rangers and Olmos Park police arrested James Vallee Cotter at his home...
Lithium source in Arkansas could meet world demand 'nine times over', study says
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A new study conducted by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment (ADEE) discovered a method to "quantify the amount of lithium present in brines located in a geological unit known as the Smackover Formation." The study, which...
Travis, Williamson counties report record number of early voters compared to previous years
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — With just over two weeks until the November general election, many Americans are already heading to the polls. Monday marked the start of early voting in Texas, with record turnout reported in Travis County. According to the Travis County Clerk's Office, the county saw higher...
Akins High School students return to class after gas leak evacuation
AUSTIN, Texas — Students have returned to class after the Austin Fire Department (AFD) confirmed crews responded to a gas leak on Tuesday morning at Akins High School. AFD said it had crews on the scene just before 8 a.m. for an odor investigation. Two units responded and confirmed there was an active gas leak.
18-year-old charged with murder following deadly shooting on Wells Branch Parkway
AUSTIN, Texas — Two people are in custody following a deadly shooting at an apartment complex on Wells Branch Parkway. The Travis County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) said it was called out to reports of a shooting Oct. 17, where responders found a man in his 20s in a breezeway.
Missing Kyle mother, son located safe
KYLE, Texas — A missing mother and son from Kyle have been found safe after going missing. According to a Facebook post from the Kyle Police Department, 21-year-old Chloe Necole Allaway and 11-month-old Osiris went missing at 11 a.m. Monday from their home on Inks Lane. In an update on Tuesday evening, police said they have been found safe.
The Peppa Pig theme park in North Texas now has an official opening date
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — The Peppa Pig theme park originally scheduled to open later this year in North Richland Hills has a new official opening date. According to a spokesperson for the park, Peppa Pig Theme Park Dallas-Fort Worth will now open on March 1, 2025. It was originally slated to open in late 2024.
3 injured in crash involving 18-wheelers near Pflugerville
PFLUGERVILLE, Texas — Three people were injured late Monday night into early Tuesday morning in a crash on Interstate 35 at Grand Avenue Parkway, according to first responders. The Travis County Sheriff's Office said the collision involved several 18-wheelers near the Pflugerville area, just south of the 45 Toll...
Several train cars derailed in East Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — Several train cars derailed early Tuesday morning in East Austin. A train hit an Austin Energy utility pole around 3:45 a.m. by East Sixth Street and Robert T. Martinez Jr. Street, according to the Austin Fire Department (AFD). Crews said seven train cars turned over, and...
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