Yesenia Esquivel Santiago is currently facing a daunting challenge as she fights for her husband’s release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody while preparing to give birth to their second child. Her ordeal began on September 21, when she received an alarming text from her husband, Lucas, requesting her to retrieve his van after…
AUSTIN, Texas – A man who was shot by an ICE agent in North Austin has recently undergone surgery nearly two weeks following the incident. Wilber Perez is currently recovering in the hospital after surgeons successfully removed a bullet from his back. The shooting occurred during a high-risk traffic stop on September 20, when Perez…
A coordinated operation by the Austin Police Department (APD) in the Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool areas has resulted in the arrest of four individuals on various drug and weapon charges. In response to a rise in criminal activity, citizen complaints, and frequent calls for service in the area surrounding Barton Springs Pool, the…
The Austin City Limits Music Festival kicked off its first weekend on a drizzly and muddy note as attendees made their way into Zilker Park on Friday. The weather necessitated the use of one essential item: a poncho. Despite the rainy conditions, festival organizers managed to avoid significant delays or cancellations as of Friday afternoon….
AUSTIN, Texas – As the 2026 Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival approaches this weekend, festival attendees are grappling with the implications of heavy rainfall forecasted across Central Texas. Many are considering their safety, travel logistics, and ticket investments as they decide whether to venture out or remain at home. The festival is set to…
The city of Austin has announced that it will assume full management of the Zilker Botanical Garden starting October 1. Previously, the city’s role was limited to maintaining the grounds, while various garden clubs contributed to the care of the plants, trees, and ponds within the garden. A statement from the Austin Parks and Recreation…
AUSTIN, Texas – Texas Comptroller Don Huffines has announced an expected continuous increase in property values over the next few years, as indicated by preliminary figures released on Wednesday. According to the data, the statewide taxable property value is projected to rise to $4.33 trillion by 2026, marking a 5.07% increase from 2025. This growth…
The skyline of Austin has undergone significant transformation since the inception of the Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL Fest) 25 years ago. Among those who have witnessed this evolution is Jay Trachtenberg, a program manager and midday host at KUTX, who has attended every festival since its debut. Reflecting on his favorite ACL experience,…
AUSTIN, Texas – Wilber Garces Perez, the individual shot by an ICE agent in North Austin on September 20, made an appearance in federal court on September 30. The 28-year-old is facing charges including assaulting, resisting, and interfering with a federal officer. During the hearing, Perez’s bond was denied, resulting in his transfer to federal…
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has confirmed the arrest of a suspect linked to a credible threat against the Texas Capitol, scheduled for Thursday. The threat is believed to have been orchestrated by Benny Caldera Jr., 40, along with several co-conspirators. DPS officials revealed that they collaborated with the FBI and local law…
