A dog is now under the protection of Austin Animal Services following the release of a viral video that depicted a man abusing the animal on a balcony. The incident involved a dog named Boone, who was seen being struck with a belt and cornered using chairs, as captured by a resident at the SEVEN…
A burn ban has been implemented for the unincorporated areas of Travis County, Texas, and will remain in effect for the next 30 days due to ongoing dry conditions. This precautionary measure is a response to the current state of dry vegetation, low humidity levels, and prevailing weather patterns that heighten the risk of wildfires….
Discovering the Charm of South Congress: A Culinary Journey Nestled just south of the Colorado River, South Congress Avenue, commonly referred to as SoCo, is a vibrant neighborhood in Austin, Texas, known for its eclectic mix of boutiques, art galleries, and live music venues. This area has gained a reputation beyond its quirky shops and…
A lecturer at Texas State University has ceased teaching following revelations of explicit messages exchanged online. Among these messages was a troubling comment expressing a desire for a woman to be deported. The individual in question has been identified as Bret Byron. Recently, he sent messages to Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa, a plastic surgeon with practices…
New Leadership in Southeast Travis County For the first time in over three decades, voters in Southeastern Travis County are set to elect a new commissioner for their precinct. The Travis County Precinct 4 Commissioner position has been held by Margaret Gómez since 1995, but she announced her retirement last year, paving the way for…
A captain with the Austin Fire Department has been dismissed following allegations of timekeeping fraud and other policy breaches. Chelsea Caloia, who held the position of the third-highest-ranking woman in the department, was the subject of an investigation that led to her termination. The investigation was initiated after an anonymous tip was received on July…
Hays County officials are raising alarms over what they describe as an escalating water emergency, exacerbated by a proposed data center in San Marcos. The Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District has indicated that an extraordinary 30 inches of rain would be required over the next six months to alleviate the ongoing drought, a scenario with…
In East Austin, a new housing initiative aims to tackle the persistent issue of housing instability among local musicians, who often face challenges in sustaining their careers due to rising rents and low earnings. The Austin Art Village, spearheaded by the Blackland Community Development Corporation (CDC), is a forthcoming community designed specifically for artists, featuring…
New insights have emerged regarding the arrest of Chad Michael Watts, a 45-year-old man from Kyle, in connection with a student protest against ICE operations in Buda, Texas. Watts was taken into custody on February 3, facing two counts of assault causing bodily harm, classified as a Class A misdemeanor. He was subsequently booked into…
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has initiated an investigation into ABC’s “The View” following an appearance by Texas state Representative James Talarico. This action, reported on Friday, comes after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr stated that late-night and daytime talk shows do not meet the criteria for “bona fide” news and must comply with equal time…
