PETA calls on Texas, Georgia to end live mascot use after Sugar Bowl incident

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) called on the University of Texas and the University of Georgia to end the use of live mascots after an incident before their Sugar Bowl matchup on Tuesday.

Austin photojournalist hit by horn as Bevo make a break for it at Sugar Bowl

The Longhorns made their first charge at the Bulldogs before Tuesday night's Sugar Bowl game even started. About an hour before kickoff, Bevo, UT Longhorns mascot, broke out of his barricade and, rushed in the direction of University of Georgia’s bulldog mascot, Uga.

Longhorn fans feeling renewed hope after Sugar Bowl victory

It's been a long journey for not only the Longhorns, but also the fans who stuck by their side through the tough seasons. “I didn't expect them to make it this far,” said Dustin Kanae, Longhorn fan.

Sugar Bowl 2019: Texas vs. Georgia

Two of the most ravenous fan bases in the nation will watch their teams go head-to-head on New Year's Day at the 2019 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans.

UT announces deal to build new basketball arena on campus

Thursday, the University of Texas at Austin finalized a deal to build a new $338 million basketball arena on campus. In a slam dunk move for Longhorns and the City of Austin, none of that money will be put up by the university or the public. 

Longhorns head off to compete in Big 12 Championship game

They've battled before for the golden hat, in the Red River Rivalry, but, this weekend the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners will be fighting for the Big 12 Championship bragging rights. 

Bill would require Texas, Texas A&M to play football game annually

A bill filed Tuesday would require the University of Texas and Texas A&M to play a football game against each other annually.

Texas QB Ehlinger leaves game with injury

Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger left Saturday's game against Baylor early in the first quarter with an injury to his throwing shoulder.

UT/Oklahoma football fans ready for Red River Showdown

University of Texas and Oklahoma fans are gearing up for the biggest college football game of the season so far.

Bevo Blvd. - A new fan experience kicks off for UT football's first home game

Drew Martin with University of Texas athletics says he's ecstatic to debut Bevo Boulevard on Saturday. Bevo Boulevard is a new concept that will be executed every home game, named after UT’s iconic mascot, Bevo. Streets by the stadium will be closed off so Longhorn fans can enjoy food trucks and live performances. Admission is free, and the fun begins 5 hours before kickoff.

Longhorn Friday

Chuck Harris has more on the University of Texas wide effort to get Longhorns everywhere, current and former, to wear their burnt orange on Fridays.

Bevo Blvd, UT's new fan zone, kicks off at home opener

The kickoff for the Longhorns home opener is still a few weeks away but Wednesday morning at DKR, several people could be seen up along the northern ring watching for fireworks.  

Day 2 of preseason camp for UT football

Preseason camp for the University of Texas Longhorns football team continues and it won't be long before the first game of the 2018 season against Maryland.

Texas Baseball heading to Omaha for CWS

It's official, Texas Baseball is going to Omaha. They won their ticket to the College World Series, leaving fans overjoyed with excitement. 

TCU head coaches in Austin for alumni event

TCU head football coach Gary Patterson and head basketball coach Jamie Dixon were both in downtown Austin for an alumni event.