Following the arrest of an individual who allegedly made a “credible threat” against legislators at the “No Kings” rally on Saturday, Texas House Democrats are formally questioning state leadership about the security measures in place to protect elected officials.
In a letter addressed to Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Freeman Martin, over 40 Democratic lawmakers have demanded a clear outline of the state’s plan to ensure their safety. The letter comes in the wake of a tense weekend at the Texas Capitol, where the “No Kings” rally was held to protest what organizers termed “authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of our democracy.”
“Politically motivated extremists have proven they are willing to murder to achieve political aims, and in light of the threat on those attending the protest, we have every reason to believe Texas officials could be targeted next.” — Texas House Democrats
Saturday’s rally, one of many held nationwide, drew a significant law enforcement presence. The “credible threat” led to a temporary evacuation of the Capitol grounds on Saturday. Authorities later confirmed the arrest of a suspect in La Grange, about 65 miles southeast of Austin, in connection with the threats.
Two law enforcement sources confirm to KXAN-TV the man arrested Saturday in connection to threats made against Texas state lawmakers is Robert Leroy Bowers, 45, of Katy.
Protesters will hold a “noise demonstration” in downtown Austin this evening at 7 p.m. to demand an end to deportations and the closure of local ICE detention facilities.
Pop-up storms Sunday in Central Texas caused 13,000 Austin Energy customers to lose power, but all customers now have their lights back on.
In San Antonio, first responders rescued a driver from a drainage culvert with fast-moving water Sunday.
More on yesterday’s rain, the 5-day forecast and more can be found further down this page in WEATHER.
On Sunday, the Bexar County medical examiner identified more of the thirteen people who died in severe flash flooding early Thursday. (My San Antonio)
3 to 8 inches of rain fell across Medina, Bexar, Comal, Hays, and Guadalupe counties. Six inches of rain fell at San Antonio International Airport, marking the biggest single rain event in more than a decade.
Thursday’s storms produced the heaviest single rainfall event in Bexar County in 12 years.
One person died after an altercation resulting in a fatal shooting Saturday night at the Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area in Bell County. (CBS Austin)
Officials are still searching for an inmate who walked out of the Bell County jail.
Police are still looking for a missing woman who was last seen in Seguin on Thursday. (CBS Austin)
The Stassney Lane Bridge in Austin reopened this morning after a weekend closure for construction, part of the I-35 Capital Express South project which includes adding HOV lanes, reconstructing bridges and relocating exit ramps.
Today is the final day for Bastrop and Travis County residents to weigh in on the future of FM 969.
An online survey aims to gather feedback on possible improvements along FM 969 between SH 130 and SH 71. The study covers potential upgrades in safety, mobility and traffic flow across both counties. (Community Impact)
CapMetro’s new Transit Police Department, which swore in its first class of officers last week, begins patrols today.
The department’s first class of officers consists of nine officers, two sergeants and one captain. CapMetro said more officers would join as they work to complete mandatory training. (KXAN-TV)
Elon Musk’s neighbors in West Lake Hills will have to wait another month to air their grievances about the billionaire’s $6.2 million home.
The West Lake Hills City Council has delayed discussion on the matter until July 9, after the applicant of the complaint requested postponement.
OPINION: Tesla’s Bad Behavior Shouldn’t Be Taxpayer-Funded
Travis County should reduce or withhold Tesla’s tax rebate for 2024 to restore accountability. (Austin Chronicle)
Seven people who were struck by a drunken driver on Interstate 35 in Hays County in 2023 — one of whom was left in a coma and another partially paralyzed — are suing H-E-B, claiming the driver had been drinking while working at the grocer’s San Marcos distribution center. (San Antonio Express-News)
Meanwhile, the son of a San Antonio man has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against an H-E-B pharmacy, claiming his father died of a heart attack due to “medical negligence” from the company. (KENS-TV)
Jacob’s Well remains closed as crews clear and repair trails from flood damage that occurred Thursday.
Swimming has not been allowed at Jacob’s Well since 2022, when the water dropped below average. The swimming hole hasn’t had consistent water flow since June of that year and even stopped flowing that October. (KUT 90.5)
WEATHER
KXAN Meteorologist Rich Segal breaks down viewer questions on topics related to dew point, relative humidity, Sahara dust, and more.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott will travel to Denton today to sign several bills into law.
Since El Paso joined Operation Lone Star in 2022, migrant remains discovered in the desert west of the city have increased every year, even as they have declined in every other border sector. (Texas Tribune)
A former Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice will chair a task force to “guide the safe, ethical, and effective use of artificial intelligence in the criminal justice system,” according to a press release.
Here are some of the Texas Democrats eyeing statewide runs in 2026. (Texas Tribune)
The Texas Lottery Commission’s restructuring aims to prevent bulk buying of tickets using QR codes and courier services, limiting purchases to 100 tickets per $100 in brick-and-mortar locations.
From Waco to Belton, residents of multiple Central Texas cities gathered to protest Trump administration policies, while counter-protesters also took to the streets.
SPORTS
COLLEGE FOOTBALL: The SEC has assigned broadcast windows to six Texas Longhorns football games.
Texas’ game against the Wildcats on Oct. 18 will be a night game, kicking off sometime between 5-7 p.m. CDT, and the Vanderbilt game Nov. 1 will start at 11 a.m. That’s the third and final 11 a.m. kick for the Longhorns in 2025. (KXAN-TV)
MLB: For Texas dads who love baseball, it was a good Father’s Day.
Rookie right-hander Kumar Rocker pitched five scoreless innings and Ezequiel Duran put Texas in front for good with an RBI double and the Rangers finished a sweep of the Chicago White Sox with a 2-1 victory on Sunday. (Yahoo! Sports)
The Rangers have the day off today.
Meanwhile, in Houston, Victor Caratini tied it with a sacrifice fly in the ninth and Mauricio Dubón hit a walk-off single in the 10th on Sunday to help the Astros beat the Minnesota Twins 2-1 to sweep the three-game series. (Yahoo! Sports)
The Astros travel to Sacramento to begin a series against the Athletics tonight.
The Daytripper is heading deep into the heart of Texas to Bracken Cave, where one of the largest bat colonies in the world calls home. It’s that magical time of year when millions of Mexican free-tailed bats return, and the sky comes alive at sunset.
