A miniature horse breeder in the Houston area is appealing for help in locating his cherished horse, Peanut, who was stolen from his property on July 23. The incident, captured by a neighbor’s surveillance camera, showed a white truck allegedly enticing the rare horse through an unlocked gate. Terry Jordan, the owner, shared that Peanut…
The recent fatal shooting of 17-year-old Anthoneil Williams II has intensified discussions around police interactions in Austin, prompting the Austin Police Oversight (APO) to underscore the significance of understanding one’s rights. In response to this tragic event, the APO has launched an updated initiative aimed at equipping residents with essential knowledge for navigating encounters with…
Starting today, July 31, Texas enforces a ban on certain THC products, a decision influenced heavily by the alcohol industry. This legislative move has raised eyebrows, particularly considering the substantial financial backing that Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has received from alcohol interests. Patrick asserts that the ban is a measure to safeguard children from the…
A Southlake man has been sentenced to nearly a decade in federal prison for his involvement in a wire fraud scheme that targeted small businesses seeking loans. William Thomas Engle, 68, received a nine-year sentence on July 30 after pleading guilty to one count of wire fraud, as announced by the U.S. Department of Justice….
In the heart of Austin, Itzayana Mondragón grew up in a neighborhood where everyone resembled her and shared a common language—Spanish. However, following Donald Trump’s election victory in 2016, she noticed that some friends began to vanish from school. These absences later revealed troubling truths: many were undocumented immigrants who, driven by fear or compelled…
An Atascocita man is facing serious allegations of multiple sexual assaults in the Houston area, with incidents reported over a nearly two-decade span. Law enforcement is urging any additional potential victims to come forward. Overview of Allegations Sixty-two-year-old Phillip Cerf has been charged with four counts of aggravated sexual assault, according to police records. Details…
A new condominium community in East Austin, named the Ivory, has taken an innovative approach to urban living by eliminating traditional parking facilities. Situated at the intersection of Chicon and East 14th Streets, this carless residential building opened its doors in June and has become Austin’s first condominium complex without onsite parking, aside from one…
A former special education teacher at Forney Independent School District (ISD) has been arrested following allegations of child injury, revealing a troubling past under a different name. Jonathan Michael, previously known as Michael Roell, is facing multiple charges after reportedly engaging in violent behavior toward students earlier this year. Details from an arrest affidavit indicate…
Attorney General Ken Paxton has unveiled a series of tax deductions that he claims will serve as the cornerstone of his economic strategy for his U.S. Senate campaign. This announcement comes as affordability and rising everyday expenses remain pressing issues in the current midterm elections. Paxton, the Republican nominee, emphasized that his proposal is designed…
The Austin Independent School District (AISD) board of trustees has made the decision to close Paredes Middle School just weeks prior to the commencement of the new academic year. This closure will take effect immediately, ahead of the 2026-27 school year. Facing a fourth consecutive ‘F’ rating in preliminary accountability assessments, the closure was proposed…
