The Texas Department of State Health Services reported 22 new measles cases in connection with a West Texas measles outbreak Tuesday.
Due to the Trump administration’s push to cut federal spending, some Texas health clinics are canceling vaccine programs.
With federal funding set to end in October, refugees in Austin will be left to navigate on their own. (KUT 90.5)
The individual killed in a crash early Monday morning was an Anderson High School student.
The principal of Ann Richards School for Young Women has abruptly resigned, leaving students, parents and faculty stunned and seeking answers. (Fox7 Austin)
A man who served more than 10 years in prison for an aggravated assault conviction before being released on bond in 2022 has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Austin and two police employees. (CBS Austin)
The Austin Police Association is suing the Austin police chief. They claim she’s violating police officers’ rights.
First responders rescued a person stuck in a boom lift yesterday in northwest Austin.
A hiker in distress was rescued around midday Tuesday from a trail west of the city.
A new urban trail is coming to southeast Austin after the city council approved a $1.3 million land purchase.
Despite the city having nearly 400 parks, data shows that burglars are only targeting a handful of Austin locations. (KVUE-TV)
An Austin woman was arrested and charged with capital murder in connection with the death of her mother in Rockdale on Monday evening.
Two local law enforcement agencies had some April Fool’s Day fun yesterday.
Texas residents must register to vote by Thursday to participate in the May 3 local elections. These elections, which include Austin-area city council and school board races, as well as bond measures for roads and other projects, determine local government decisions. KUT 90.5)
A Houston-based company plans a $60 million expansion at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport due to an increase in demand for private flights and jetway parking. (Austin Business Journal)
CapMetro has launched its new fare payment system.
WEATHER
5-DAY FORECAST / AUSTIN, TEXAS
Up to four months worth of rain may fall in less than a week across part of the central United States, threatening major flooding and endangering lives and property. (AccuWeather)
According to recommended amendments, a Texas House committee proposes revising the Senate’s school voucher bill to prioritize students in special education and from low-income backgrounds. (Austin American-Statesman)
The Texas House of Representatives passed its first bills of this session on Tuesday, including bills aimed at improving the state’s wildfire response and prohibiting taxes on financial trades. (KVUE-TV)
The Texas Lottery Commission has fined its largest private vendor $180,000 for violating a contract clause that prohibits political donations. The vendor’s contributions to several Texas Legislature caucuses triggered the fine. (Austin American-Statesman)
A Texas Tribune investigation reveals how third-party lottery courier services operate in the state and the impact of online sales on the lottery’s games. (Texas Tribune)
According to Forbes’ World’s Billionaires List, 30 Texans ranked among the world’s top 750 wealthiest individuals. (Austin American-Statesman)
Trump Media & Technology Group, the company behind President Donald Trump’s social media company Truth Social, became the first listing on the newly launched NYSE Texas Monday. (Texas Public Radio)
In San Antonio yesterday, a dispute in a phone repair store left two people dead.
The Texas Department of Safety is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of a fugitive from justice.
SPORTS
COLLEGE BASEBALL: No. 5 Texas came up short against Texas State, falling to the Bobcats, 5-3, on Tuesday evening at UFCU Disch-Falk Field. (Texas Longhorns)
Up next…
MLB: Nathan Eovaldi pitched a four-hitter for the majors’ first complete game of the season, and the Texas Rangers beat the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 on Tuesday night. (Yahoo! Sports)
Logan Webb pitched seven strong innings, Willy Adames hit a two-run double and the San Francisco Giants beat the Houston Astros 3-1 on Tuesday night. (Yahoo! Sports)
The Rangers and Astros are back in action today.
COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Texas A&M head coach Buzz Williams is headed to Maryland.
NBA: Paolo Banchero had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Franz Wagner added 24 points and the Orlando Magic rallied to beat the San Antonio Spurs 116-105 on Tuesday night. (Yahoo! Sports)
The Spurs are off tonight while Dallas and Houston return to the court.
Cross football with bowling and what do you get?
Let’s visit Plano and find out…
