Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed wins 2019 Nobel Peace Prize
In a move that caused surprise in the long-turbulent Horn of Africa region, he said Ethiopia would accept a peace agreement with Eritrea, ending one of Africa's longest-running conflicts.
City setbacks: Homeless Strategy Officer changes roles, Abbott sends new ultimatum
The city's Homeless Strategy Officer is transitioning to a consultant role due to "family obligations."
Governor Abbott pens second letter to Mayor Adler concerning homeless
In the letter, Governor Abbott states that the homeless crisis poses "substantial public health and safety problems that must be addressed by the City Council."
Governor Abbott hires new commissioner for Department of Family and Protective Services
Jaime Masters of Kansas City, Missouri will assume the role of Commissioner of DFPS starting on December 2, 2019.
Joe Biden says for first time that President Trump should face impeachment
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden said for the first time on Wednesday that President Donald Trump must be impeached.
Recuperating Bernie Sanders says he may slow down campaigning pace
Bernie Sanders began reintroducing himself to the 2020 campaign on Tuesday, venturing outside his Vermont home to say that he doesn't plan on leaving the presidential race following last week's heart attack - but that he may slow down a frenetic pace that might have contributed to his health problems.
White House says it will not comply with 'illegitimate' impeachment inquiry
The White House declared Tuesday in a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and top Democrats that the Trump administration will not cooperate in what the administration called an “illegitimate and unconstitutional” impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump.
House Dems push for release of Mueller grand jury testimony
Lawyers for House Democrats are urging a judge to release secret grand jury testimony from special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation as Congress conducts an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump.
Adler takes different tone in addressing Abbott letter
Austin Mayor Steve Adler spoke a little differently Saturday about the letter Governor Greg Abbott sent him earlier this week calling on the city to end its homeless crisis.
President Trump signs disaster declaration freeing up federal funds
The declaration means residents can apply for individual assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Trump seethes over impeachment inquiry, slams critics
President Donald Trump is seething over an impeachment inquiry into his conduct after Democrats subpoenaed the White House about contacts with Ukraine and he signaled his administration would not cooperate.
‘We’ve been blessed’: Retired Air Force veteran wins $4M from scratch-off lottery ticket
A retired Air Force veteran from Tennessee became a millionaire after winning a lottery game.
Sheriff Robert Chody tweets at Mayor Adler, Governor Abbott about homeless crisis
Sheriff Chody is alleging that the homeless ordinances in Austin are starting to affect the surrounding areas.
Council Member Casar responds to Governor Abbott's ultimatum
Council Member Casar, who spearheaded legalizing camping, sitting and lying, says it would be great to have the state's help.
Restored Vietnam-era military tank selling for $85K on Facebook
If you’re a fan of military vehicles, one Georgia collector is selling a restored Vietnam-era tank for $85,000 on Facebook.
Mayor Adler responds to Gov. Abbott's deadline to fix Austin's "homeless crisis"
Mayor Alder doesn’t see a letter from Governor Greg Abbot's office as a threat but instead welcomes the state assistance.
Sen. Kamala Harris urges Twitter to suspend Trump's account
U.S. Senator from California Kamala Harris has formally asked Twitter to suspend President Donald Trump's @realDonaldTrump account.
Governor Abbott pens open letter, demands Austin City Council address the homeless crisis
The governor is demanding the council address the growing homelessness crisis by November 1, 2019.
Bernie Sanders canceling events until 'further notice' due to heart blockage
The presidential hopeful experiences some chest discomfort during a campaign event on Tuesday, October 1, according to his Senior Advisor Jeff Weaver. After seeing a doctor he underwent surgery for an artery blockage.
Halloween heaven: Home gets covered in 3,000 hand-carved pumpkins every October
It’s officially Spooky Season and one home in West Virginia celebrates every year with 3,000 hand-carved pumpkins covering the property.