Dolly Parton recently gifted Brigitte Bandit, an Austin drag queen, a custom rhinestoned guitar in recognition of her advocacy against drag bans at the Texas Capitol in 2023. As 2023 drew to a close, Bandit had been tirelessly fighting proposed legislation aimed at restricting certain drag performances and story hours, even joining a lawsuit to…
AUSTIN, Texas – A tragic incident has led to the complete closure of all northbound lanes on MoPac at 45th Street following a fatal collision involving a pedestrian riding an e-scooter. Traffic is currently being diverted off the highway at 45th Street, with the northbound section closed through the 4700 block. Authorities are advising drivers…
Austin has recently unveiled the most popular baby names, offering insight into the trends shaping the city’s demographic landscape. The list, compiled from the names of babies born in Austin between 2017 and 2024, reveals fascinating patterns in naming choices among new parents. Common experiences often include meeting someone with the same name, sparking memories…
SEC Implements Ban on Former Professional Athletes Joining Conference Rosters The Southeastern Conference (SEC) has instituted a new policy that prohibits its member schools from including athletes who previously declared for a major professional draft—such as the NFL, NBA, or WNBA—unless they have signed a professional contract or appeared on a professional roster. This decision…
Austin City Council Member Paige Ellis will not be pursuing a third term in office after her petition for candidacy was rejected by the city’s clerk. Ellis, who represents District 8, encompassing areas of South and Southwest Austin, had submitted a petition containing over 3,400 signatures in her attempt to run again. According to the…
Austin Animal Services is urgently seeking assistance from the community to foster or adopt animals after the shelter experienced a significant setback, going without air conditioning for a prolonged period of ten days. The shelter reported that while temporary repairs have been implemented, the need for community support remains critical. Approximately 80 dogs were affected…
The Austin Animal Center is currently grappling with significant challenges following a failure of the air conditioning system in two of its buildings, which accommodate approximately 80 dogs. This situation has resulted in temperatures soaring into the low 90s within the kennels. In response to the crisis, the city has implemented a temporary solution; however,…
AUSTIN, Texas – In a solemn ceremony held at the Texas Capitol, Governor Greg Abbott awarded the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to Army Sergeant Rickey Wittner and posthumously to Navy SEAL Nathan Gage Ingram. This prestigious honor, the highest military decoration for members of the Texas military forces, recognizes extraordinary acts of bravery and…
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence data centers, which demand substantial water and energy resources, has prompted lawmakers nationwide to seek solutions to safeguard local supplies. Austin is now joining this effort as the city grapples with the implications of this burgeoning industry. As the adoption of AI technology has surged, so too has the…
A significant fire at the Austin Country Flea Mart on East U.S. Highway 290 has been contained to the building where it originated. Firefighters successfully managed to prevent the flames from spreading, despite the fire igniting nearby brush and a tire pile. Two individuals, who were not part of the firefighting team, received treatment for…
