The mother of a murder suspect in Williamson County is advocating for a more thorough investigation into her son’s case, asserting that he acted in self-defense during a deadly incident that took place over a year ago. Shaunathan Raby, who recently marked his 20th birthday behind bars, has been incarcerated for approximately 13 and a…
Austin’s sweltering summer heat presents a unique challenge for marathon runners, as they embark on their training journeys. Members of the Ship of Fools run club, including KUT’s own Luz Moreno-Lozano, gather early on Saturday mornings, defying the heat in pursuit of their marathon goals. These dedicated athletes rise before dawn, setting their alarms for…
The future of Flock surveillance cameras in Kyle, Texas, may soon rest in the hands of local voters. Recently, the Kyle City Council voted 6-1 against terminating its contracts with Flock, which amount to $420,000 annually for 47 cameras and two drones. Council member Claudia Zapata raised concerns about privacy, highlighting that external law enforcement…
Bo French, the Republican nominee for the Texas Railroad Commission, is currently facing significant criticism from within his own party following his contentious comments regarding a photo of University of Texas (UT) students celebrating a football victory. French’s remarks suggest that the image reflects a troubling trend of Americans being “displaced by foreigners.” This has…
The Texas Longhorns mounted an incredible comeback on Saturday night, overcoming a 20-point halftime deficit to defeat the top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes 24-23 at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. This victory marks Texas’ first win over Ohio State since 2009. After trailing 20-3 at halftime and 23-3 heading into the fourth quarter, the…
An AMBER Alert has been issued for a missing teenager from San Antonio, Texas. Authorities are seeking help in locating 17-year-old Darian Rangel, who was last spotted on September 7 in the 7200 Block of Marbach Road. Darian was last seen wearing a red hat from Bass Pro Shops, a black shirt, black jeans, and…
Austin firefighters commemorated the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with a solemn tower climb at the Pleasant Valley Drill Tower on Friday. The climbers ascended a total of 1,368 feet, equivalent to the height of the World Trade Center, to honor the brave firefighters who lost their lives on that tragic day in…
The race toward the November midterm elections has intensified, marked by a surge of financial backing and pointed rhetoric from both political parties. This escalation began in earnest on Friday, setting the stage for a competitive electoral season. In a poignant ceremony held in Austin, 44 first responders who have died or been severely injured…
The race for the Texas governorship is proving to be a fiercely contested battle, as a recent poll reveals a tie between incumbent Governor Greg Abbott and Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa. The N+ Univision poll, conducted from August 27 to September 4, shows both candidates garnering 47% support from registered voters, with 5% remaining undecided….
A man has been arrested in South Austin in connection with a series of shootings, including a murder that occurred over a week ago. The Austin Police Department (APD) has identified Santana Gonzales, 21, as a suspect linked to multiple violent incidents in the area. Authorities indicated that Gonzales has a history of legal troubles…
