Man robs victim with knife near UT Campus: UTPD

The suspect was last seen traveling north on Guadalupe Street away from the UT main campus.

Children served floor sealant instead of milk at Alaska elementary school

A dozen young children and two adults were served floor sealant instead of milk at an Alaska elementary school's summer day care program due to an apparent container mix-up. Kids began complaining that the milk tasted bad and caused burning sensations in their mouths and throats.

GWU to discontinue use of Colonials moniker due to 'division,' slavery connotations

The George Washington University has announced they will discontinue the use of the Colonials moniker “given the division among the community” about it.

ACC to close campuses, hold events for Juneteenth

On Friday, June 17, all ACC campus sites will be closed in observance of Juneteenth, the first year the college will be formally observing the holiday by closing.

Austin ISD chooses interim superintendent to lead school district

The Austin Independent School District Board of Trustees has chosen Dr. Anthony Mays as interim superintendent to lead the school district.

Texas House speaker pitches spending more than $100 million for mental health, school safety programs

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick had asked House leaders to support his push for arming school police officers with bulletproof shields after the Uvalde shooting. House Speaker Dade Phelan is also asking for more money for mental health and school safety programs.

South Florida teen gets accepted by all 8 Ivy League schools

South Florida teen Ashley Adirika always dreamed of attending an Ivy League school, so she decided to apply to all eight – and became one of the very few to get accepted by them all. She'll be attending Harvard this fall on a full scholarship!

Texas rallies to edge East Carolina 9-8, forcing third game

The win by Texas (46-20) forces a Sunday showdown with East Carolina (46-20) with a berth in the College World Series on the line.

Uvalde teacher dedicated herself to family, students

An obituary for Eva Mireles said she “dedicated herself to her wonderful family and amazing students.” She enjoyed Crossfit, hiking and spending time with her dog, Kane.

Central Texas Transportation Consortium to host job fair at Del Valle HS

Del Valle ISD, CapMetro, Austin ISD, Austin Community College, Circuit of the Americas, and others will be participating in the event and conducting interviews.

Gov. Greg Abbott directs TEA to create new Chief of School Safety and Security position

The Chief of School Safety and Security will be a recognized expert on school security and public safety issues, an effective coordinator of multidisciplinary teams, a resource to school districts and the legislature and effective at implementing programs. 

Uvalde superintendent says district to hire more police

When Superintendent Hal Harrell was asked if he still trusts the school district’s police chief, Pete Arredondo, he said, “that’s personnel.”

Roswell preschool teachers charged with cruelty to children

Police say a Roswell parent noticed some "abusive behavior" when they tuned in to their preschool's live camera. Now two preschool teachers are under arrest for cruelty to children and more charges could be coming.

Del Valle ISD Book Bus brings free books to families this summer

The Del Valle ISD Book Bus will visit locations in the area on select Thursdays this summer and is free for all families to visit and receive books and more.

Video shows Minnesota teacher hitting 2nd grader with hockey stick

A Sherburne County teacher has resigned, after school surveillance footage appeared to show her hitting a 2nd grader with a hockey stick.

Del Valle ISD board calls for gun violence prevention legislation

The board recently approved a resolution to be sent to all elected officials representing the Del Valle ISD community calling for gun violence prevention legislation.