TEA moves forward with plan to allow textbooks with Bible stories in Texas classrooms

The State Board of Education is moving forward with a plan to allow the use of textbooks that include stories from the Bible. Critical votes are being made, with a final vote coming later this week.

Debate on bringing religion into Texas classrooms heads to state level

The debate over bringing religion into the classroom is happening at the state level. The Board of Education heard public testimony on textbooks proposed by the Texas Education Agency.

Texas shooting spree suspect may never face trial after found incompetent

A man accused of going on a shooting rampage, killing six people last year, has been found incompetent to stand trial. Shane James Jr. may never face trial for the crimes in Austin and San Antonio.

Alex Jones' Infowars bought by satirical news publication The Onion

Satirical news publication, The Onion, has purchased Alex Jones' Infowars with plans to use the platform to raise awareness about gun violence prevention.

Austin hires former Dallas coach Estevez to revive club after missing playoffs last two seasons

Austin FC has hired Nico Estévez, former FC Dallas head coach and United States national team assistant, as the Club's new head coach following Josh Wolff's firing earlier this month.

'Smishing' text message scam targeting TxTag toll customers

There’s a new scam going around, targeting people who drive on Texas toll roads. It involves fraudulent text messages that appear to be from TxTag or other toll agencies.

X to close California headquarters on Sept. 13, reports say

Elon Musk announced the relocation in July after California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law banning districts from requiring schools to report to parents if their children ask to use different pronouns.

Missing: Daughter of former MLB pitcher not seen since August 22

Brenna Swindell, an Austin single mother and daughter of former MLB pitcher Greg Swindell, has not been seen since August 22 but her vehicle tags were recently seen in Colorado.

Longtime Austin shelter dog to star in Legally Blonde the Musical

Tajin, an 8-year-old dog from the Austin Animal Center, will play a role in Zilker Theatre Productions' version of Legally Blonde the Musical.

Biden speaks at LBJ Presidential Library to commemorate Civil Rights Act

The president decried “extremism” that he said has undermined public confidence in the the U.S. Supreme Court during an address at the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin, Texas.

Shots fired on campus: UTPD asking public for help identifying suspect

The University of Texas at Austin Police Department is looking for a suspect who reportedly fired shots near the Moody Center on July 13.

Father disappears driving back to Austin after visiting children in North Texas

Perry McCauley Jr., 35, was last seen in Christmas 2023 in Southlake, Texas. The father of three was there to visit his children before heading back to Austin, where he lives.

Michelin Guide coming to 5 Texas cities

For the first time, Michelin, the most recognized rating system for restaurants in the world, will add Texas eateries to its guide. The focus won't just be on expensive restaurants that few people can afford.

President Biden postpones trip to Austin after attempted assassination on Trump

President Joe Biden has decided to reschedule his planned trip to the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.

Pitbull concert at UT Austin leaves 3 injured during SEC celebration

A big celebration at UT ended with several people going to the hospital. Police said there was a crowd crush during the Pitbull concert.