Person of interest identified in UT student kidnapping
Police released two photos of a person of interest and the vehicle used in the kidnapping of a UT student.
UT Austin attempted kidnapping: DPS troopers asked to patrol West Campus following uptick in crime
FOX 7 was told the student was not severely injured when she escaped a few blocks away. The student had been grabbed and thrown into a car. Her screams were heard by nearby private security officers, according to Joell McNew with SafeHorns.
Attempted kidnapping of UT Austin student being investigated by police
Austin police and UT Austin police are investigating an attempted kidnapping of a UT Austin student.
UT Austin awarded $1M to establish Pandemic Decision Science center
The new UT Center for Pandemic Decision Science will bring together people from different disciplines and backgrounds to "tackle the grand challenge of preparing the world to combat future pandemic threats," says UT Austin.
UT Austin program helps people become teachers quicker
With the recent teacher shortage, UT Austin is offering those with STEM degrees the opportunity to become teachers in only seven months.
UT Austin alumni not happy with ticket options for sport games at Moody Center
One alum said it isn’t as easy to get a ticket at the Moody Center like it was at the Erwin, and it’s not as cheap either.
Suspect arrested after assaulting UT Austin student, UTPD says
UT police said the suspect is not related to any recent assaults on or near UT Campus.
UT Austin students join nationwide walkout for abortion, transgender rights
Students left class and gathered at the West Mall to rally for abortion and transgender rights.
UT Austin Tower to undergo first major renovation since its construction
The university’s Board of Regents announced plans to provide a $26 million lead investment that will go toward a major renovation of the building facade and surrounding grounds.
Former Texas standout and WNBA player Tiffany Jackson dies at 37
Former UT standout and Dallas Lincoln High School graduate Tiffany Jackson, who was the No. 5 overall pick in the 2007 WNBA draft, has died of cancer at age 37.
UT Austin research could result in EV batteries charging faster, lasting longer
At the federal level, the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act will provide thousands of dollars in incentives for Americans that buy EVs.
State-of-the-art gaming facility on University of Texas campus
The Alienware Longhorn Esports Lounge is a new amenity on the 40 Acres that's a gamer's dream.
Film critic Leonard Maltin meets furry namesake at Fantastic Fest 2022
Leonard Maltin meets....Leonard Maltin? The film critic met with his furry namesake while attending Fantastic Fest at the Alamo Drafthouse on South Lamar.
Missing UT Austin student: Family continues search for Brian Vargo who disappeared in 1976
UT Austin student Brian Vargo disappeared the second semester of his sophomore year in 1976.
UT police searching for burglary suspect
A burglary suspect is on the run after stealing property from a construction office trailer, UT police said.
Safety improvements made to West Campus as Austin Energy upgrades lights
The community-owned electric utility collaborated with SafeHorns and other organizations to address low lighting and lack of lighting in the area of West 29th Street, Guadalupe Street, North Lamar Boulevard, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard.
Reducing suicide rates among LGBTQ young people focus of new UT study
The Reach Out and Connect (ROC) Project is looking at early intervention in primary care settings—before depression, anxiety or trauma turn into a crisis.
Flo Rida performs at packed free concert after Texas-Alabama game
Rapper Flo Rida performed to a sea of burnt orange following a hard-fought game between the Texas Longhorns and the Alabama Crimson Tide Saturday.
Texas QB Ewers has sprained clavicle in Alabama loss
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said after the game that quarterback Quinn Ewers would get further tests to determine how serious the injury is.
Young, No. 1 Alabama escape Texas on late FG 20-19
Alabama avoided its first nonconference regular-season loss since 2007 against Louisiana-Monroe in Saban’s first season.