Rescue teams recovered the body of a man in his 20s from Lake Travis on Sunday morning, nearly 18 hours after he was reported missing while swimming. The incident occurred near Lago Vista, with authorities confirming the victim was found at a depth of 17 feet, across from Pace Bend Park. The Travis County Sheriff’s…
Car thefts in San Marcos have seen a significant increase, particularly during the summer months, a trend confirmed by local police. This year has followed suit, with authorities highlighting the rising number of auto thefts. From May through July, San Marcos police recorded 49 incidents of vehicle theft, representing an uptick compared to the same…
A Texas appeals court has upheld a ruling that holds Alex Jones and his Infowars company liable to the parents of a child who lost their life in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. However, the court has significantly reduced the amount of punitive damages initially awarded to the parents. In a ruling delivered by…
Austin recently marked a significant moment for its LGBTQ+ community with the unveiling of a new historical marker on Friday morning, drawing over 100 attendees to Fourth and Colorado streets. Garry Brown, a member of the LGBTQ+ Quality of Life Advisory Commission, expressed his pride in the project, which he conceptualized during his tenure on…
FM 481 Bridge Reopens in Uvalde County After Flood Repairs The FM 481 bridge in Uvalde County is set to reopen on Sunday, August 23, following extensive repairs after it suffered significant damage due to severe flooding on July 17. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has completed emergency repairs costing over $3 million, finishing…
AUSTIN, Texas – New indictments have been filed against the former Texas Lottery Commission and its previous executive director, as announced by the Travis County District Attorney’s Office. The charges pertain to the abuse of official capacity. The indictments, which were issued by a grand jury in April, target the former government body along with…
Austin City Council Member Paige Ellis has officially submitted a petition to pursue a third term for her District 8 seat. If her petition is approved, she will join the race as the third candidate vying for the position. While it is not common for council members to seek a third term, the city’s regulations…
A heat advisory has been issued for much of Central Texas as temperatures are expected to exceed the triple-digit mark this weekend. Local authorities are urging residents to take precautions to ensure their safety during this intense heat wave. The National Weather Service has projected temperatures could reach as high as 104 degrees, with heat…
The Lake Travis High School varsity football team has announced the cancellation of its season opener following the tragic death of senior player Odin Hensley. The team was scheduled to compete against Dripping Springs, but the head coach, Hank Carter, prioritized the emotional and mental well-being of his players and staff in the wake of…
Demonstrators assembled outside the annual meeting of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, voicing their opposition to the proposed construction of a border wall across more than 48 miles of state park land, including the Big Bend Ranch State Park. This protest coincides with a temporary halt of construction activities in the nearby Big Bend…
