Texas Supreme Court allows child abuse investigations into families of transgender teens to continue
The high court also raised questions about why the state opened these investigations in the first place, noting that the child welfare agency is not bound by directives from the governor.
The high court also raised questions about why the state opened these investigations in the first place, noting that the child welfare agency is not bound by directives from the governor.
1st-ever Barbie with behind-the-ear hearing aids unveiled as part of Mattel’s ‘most diverse’ doll line
The Fashionistas doll line aims to reflect people with disabilities such as hearing loss and teach children to expand how they play and see the world around them.
The Fashionistas doll line aims to reflect people with disabilities such as hearing loss and teach children to expand how they play and see the world around them.
Alabama law bans transgender treatment for kids, threatens doctors with felony
A new law in Alabama makes it a felony for doctors to treat transgender people under the age of 19 with puberty-blockers and hormones.
A new law in Alabama makes it a felony for doctors to treat transgender people under the age of 19 with puberty-blockers and hormones.
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Support Asian-owned local businesses
In the Austin area and around Central Texas there are numerous Asian-owned businesses that you can support in honor of AAPI Heritage Month.
In the Austin area and around Central Texas there are numerous Asian-owned businesses that you can support in honor of AAPI Heritage Month.
Sushi classes, DIY temaki, & omakase at Uroko in East Austin
The Japanese restaurant in East Austin offers the community an opportunity to learn more about the craft of its cuisine.
The Japanese restaurant in East Austin offers the community an opportunity to learn more about the craft of its cuisine.
GOP senators want TV rating warning for gay characters on children’s shows
The senators sent the letter after Disney said it will include more inclusivity in its programming.
The senators sent the letter after Disney said it will include more inclusivity in its programming.
EXPLAINER: Schools may be Texas' next immigration fight
The requirement that public schools teach all children was affirmed by a 1982 ruling in a case known as Plyler v. Doe. The 5-4 decision struck down a Texas law that sought to deny enrollment to any student not “legally admitted” into the country.
The requirement that public schools teach all children was affirmed by a 1982 ruling in a case known as Plyler v. Doe. The 5-4 decision struck down a Texas law that sought to deny enrollment to any student not “legally admitted” into the country.
Conservative states look to eliminate all exceptions for abortion, including rape, incest
Idaho and Utah have exceptions for rape or incest, but require the pregnant woman to first file a police report and then prove to the abortion provider the report was made.
Idaho and Utah have exceptions for rape or incest, but require the pregnant woman to first file a police report and then prove to the abortion provider the report was made.
Mercury unveil Brittney Griner decal as WNBA season gets set for tip-off
The Phoenix Mercury unveiled how their court and other WNBA arenas are going to look as they keep Brittney Griner in mind while the season starts.
The Phoenix Mercury unveiled how their court and other WNBA arenas are going to look as they keep Brittney Griner in mind while the season starts.
Happy Forced Mother's Day: Texas ad agency addresses Roe V. Wade controversy
The Forced Mother's Day campaign cards can be shared with federal and state elected officials either physically or virtually to urge them to protect abortion rights.
The Forced Mother's Day campaign cards can be shared with federal and state elected officials either physically or virtually to urge them to protect abortion rights.
Black business owner asks for better healthcare, resources on Mother's Day
Marsha Stephanson started Cater to Mom to make sure mothers have resources they need following the birth of their child.
Marsha Stephanson started Cater to Mom to make sure mothers have resources they need following the birth of their child.
Next battle over access to abortion will focus on pills amid Roe v. Wade leak
More than half of abortions in America are now done with pills, rather than surgery. The battle over access to medication abortions will only grow if the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade.
More than half of abortions in America are now done with pills, rather than surgery. The battle over access to medication abortions will only grow if the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade.
Video shows chaotic scene between Austin police, pro-choice protesters
Cell phone video captured a heated exchange between pro-choice protesters and the Austin Police Department. APD says two people were arrested during the protest for disrupting public duty.
Cell phone video captured a heated exchange between pro-choice protesters and the Austin Police Department. APD says two people were arrested during the protest for disrupting public duty.
Dream Come True Foundation hosting 'Heritage and Dreams' event
Heritage and Dreams and will highlight Dream Achievers and their success while honoring the vibrant Mexican culture in Austin.
Heritage and Dreams and will highlight Dream Achievers and their success while honoring the vibrant Mexican culture in Austin.
Translations now available on City of Kyle website
Translations are offered in a variety of languages including: Spanish, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Hindi, Italian, Korean, Russian, and Vietnamese.
Translations are offered in a variety of languages including: Spanish, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Hindi, Italian, Korean, Russian, and Vietnamese.
Lawmakers in 19 states follow California's lead seeking legal refuge for trans youth
Democratic lawmakers in more than a dozen states are following California’s lead in seeking to offer legal refuge to displaced transgender youth and their families.
Democratic lawmakers in more than a dozen states are following California’s lead in seeking to offer legal refuge to displaced transgender youth and their families.
Fort Worth ISD investigating racist comments during class presentation at Paschal High School
A cell phone recording shows a student making a class presentation that references slavery, and he uses a racial epithet and the N-word multiple times.
A cell phone recording shows a student making a class presentation that references slavery, and he uses a racial epithet and the N-word multiple times.
ACC, Texas State partner to launch new program for transfer students
ACC and Texas State are partnering for a new initative to develop and implement institution policies and practices that ensure equitable access, retention, and graduation outcomes.
ACC and Texas State are partnering for a new initative to develop and implement institution policies and practices that ensure equitable access, retention, and graduation outcomes.
Holocaust survivor Max Glauben, who helped establish Dallas' Holocaust museum, dies at 94
Max Glauben spent decades sharing his story at speaking engagements and advocating for a permanent memorial in Dallas.
Max Glauben spent decades sharing his story at speaking engagements and advocating for a permanent memorial in Dallas.
Texas School for the Deaf students to represent Team USA at Deaflympics in Brazil
The Deaflympics, the international summer games for deaf and hard-of-hearing elite athletes, is scheduled for May 1-15 in Caxias do Sul, marking the first time a city in Latin America will host the games.
The Deaflympics, the international summer games for deaf and hard-of-hearing elite athletes, is scheduled for May 1-15 in Caxias do Sul, marking the first time a city in Latin America will host the games.



















