AUSTIN, Texas – The City of Austin has approved a $150,000 incentive to support the production of the upcoming Apple TV series ‘Brothers,’ featuring acclaimed actors Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson. This financial backing is aimed at launching the 10-episode series, which will be filmed in the vibrant city of Austin. The approval marks a…
On a recent evening spent among friends at a neighborhood park, I found myself grappling with a heavy thought that I couldn’t shake off. When asked how I was feeling, I unexpectedly shared the news that echoed in my mind: “Joe Ely has died.” At 78 years old, Ely was not just an iconic figure…
A man featured on the Hays County Crime Stoppers Most Wanted list has been apprehended in Buda, Texas, in relation to a shooting incident that occurred in San Marcos. Authorities were actively pursuing Nicholas Andrew Knudsen, 29, following a shooting that took place on December 12 at the Redwood Apartments. Reports indicate that a shotgun…
Austin is gearing up to minimize potential power outages in the event of a winter storm. While the National Weather Service is predicting warmer and drier-than-usual conditions for the region this winter, meteorologist Jason Runyan cautions that significant storms remain a possibility. Historically, these winter events have been most common in January and February. “Stay…
A seasonal contractor employee associated with Austin’s Trail of Lights has been terminated after a video surfaced, capturing what many are deeming to be racist remarks. This incident unfolded on Friday, December 12, along the event’s pathway. A woman, while purchasing a hot dog from a vendor, began recording as a male employee in a…
Texas Rangers are currently conducting an investigation into an officer-involved shooting that followed a vehicle pursuit, which originated in Williamson County and concluded in Bell County. The incident took place late Sunday night, resulting in the closure of several roadways as part of the standard protocol for such situations. The vehicle chase was initiated by…
The state of Texas is compiling a list of transgender residents, utilizing the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) as part of this effort. Over the past year, the Texas Department of Public Safety has gathered information on individuals seeking to change the gender marker on their driver’s licenses, resulting in a list of more than…
A significant milestone has been reached in Texas as a prominent medical marijuana company unveils a new facility in Bastrop, just southeast of Austin. This impressive 65,000-square-foot establishment marks a substantial expansion, nearly ten times larger than the company’s previous headquarters. The Texas Original facility, situated at 176 FM 969 in Bastrop, is designed to…
The City of Austin has initiated its Cold Weather Shelter program in response to a significant drop in overnight temperatures, which are expected to reach the mid-30s. This decision comes as part of efforts to provide safe and warm accommodations for those in need during the colder months. Registration for the shelter will be held…
The family of a Georgetown murder victim continues to seek clarity as the investigation into his death extends beyond its initial week. Kenneth Clanton, aged 33, and 76-year-old James Yost were discovered fatally stabbed in their Sun City residence on December 5. A person of interest in the case, 28-year-old Justice Washington, had been living…
