Austin police have released body camera video of an officer-involved shooting last week and there are two concurrent investigations into the incident.
Link to video and report materials from Austin Police.
One person is dead following a crash in northeast Austin.
Austin firefighters posted to social media details on two structure fires they responded to Saturday.
The first in South Austin…
The second call occurred north of the city…
Police in San Marcos arrested three juveniles last night on burglary and weapons charges.
Gillespie County authorities announced the conclusion of a major drug operation investigation.
Mustang Ridge police nabbed a wanted fugitive on the Terroristic Watch list during a routine traffic stop Saturday.
Police in Pflugerville are searching for a missing girl.
The Texas Legislature voted to make it illegal for citizens of China, North Korea, Iran and Russia to own Texas land if they’re not legally residing in the United States.
Yesterday, a protest of the measure was held at the State Capitol.
The University of Texas at Austin held its university-wide commencement ceremony for graduates in the Class of 2025 Saturday evening.
The full ceremony…
Via 313 workers held a one-day strike on Saturday, picketing their North Campus location on Guadalupe Street until 11 p.m. They allege unfair labor practices, including retaliation against employees who support unionization. Congressman Greg Casar and Austin City Council Members Mike Seigel and Zo Quadri joined workers on the picket line.
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) continued slashing of federal funding for critical services is coinciding with and compounding an already dire budget crunch for Austin, which will force the City Council to make tough decisions on where to tighten the purse strings. (Austin Monitor)
And an executive order from President Trump has put federal funding for PBS and NPR on the chopping block—and leaders at Austin PBS say it could jeopardize more than just television programming.
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5-DAY FORECAST / AUSTIN, TEXAS
Governor Abbott puts new pressure on lawmakers as he pushes plans to restrict bail for some people accused of crimes. The plan calls for amendments to the Texas constitution, which has Republicans looking to win over Democrats.
As politicians in D.C. and Texas squabble over solar and wind power, an underground resource is getting renewed attention.
A visit with Thomas McNutt about the history of Collin Street Bakery, the critical role of small businesses in our communities, and the importance of family traditions. And, of course, a talk about fruitcake.
The sedimentary rocks far underneath East Texas and Louisiana contain significant undiscovered energy resources, the U.S. Geological Survey reported this week. (Houston Chronicle)
The Texas housing market is undergoing a substantial correction, driven by a combination of oversupply, declining demand and persistent affordability issues. (Newsweek)
Costco will soon open its largest store in Texas. A 180,000-square-foot store in Midland will welcome customers this summer. (Austin American-Statesman)
Could the Texas Lottery drama inspire Netflix’s next documentary? (My San Antonio)
SPORTS
COLLEGE BASEBALL: No. 1 Texas erased an early two-run hole to notch a 5-2 victory over Florida in front of 7,073 fans Saturday afternoon at UFCU Disch-Falk Field. Texas closes out its regular-season home slate today at 1:00 p.m. (Texas Longhorns)
COLLEGE SOFTBALL: The Texas A&M softball team was named Co-SEC Tournament Champion.
MLB: Corey Seager had two solo home runs and an RBI double, Jacob deGrom struck out a season-high 10 in five-plus innings and the Texas Rangers beat Detroit 10-3 on Saturday night to end the Tigers’ winning streak at five. (Yahoo! Sports)
The Houston Astros were outslugged at home by the Cincinnati Reds last night. (Yahoo! Sports)
Both the Astros and Rangers conclude their repsective series today.
MLS: Austin FC fell 2-1 away against FC Cincinnati on Saturday night at TQL Stadium. Brandon Vazquez scored Austin’s goal, his third in two matches this week. (Austin FC)
Austin FC returns home Wednesday to face Atlanta.
NHL PLAYOFFS: The Dallas Stars host the Winnipeg Jets in Game 3 of the second round of the NHL Playoffs with the series tied 1-1. The teams meet Friday for the seventh time this season. The Jets won the previous meeting 4-0. Nikolaj Ehlers scored two goals in the victory. (Yahoo! Sports)
In the latest episode of Texas Country Reporter…
Meet Chef Hugo Ortega, who celebrates the culinary and indigenous richness of Oaxaca, Mexico with unique Oaxaca-inspired dishes. Then, in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley we meet two couples who are preserving the musical heritage of the RGV. Finally, we meet the committed staff in Uvalde who help children and families in the community cope with residual trauma and grief.
