Texas students, analysts have conflicting opinions on proposal to replace STAAR test

Texas lawmakers are trying to replace one big STAAR test in public schools with three shorter tests. House Bill 8 is set for a floor debate on Tuesday, August 26.

Greg Casar announces reelection campaign, continues fight against new congressional maps

U.S. Representative Greg Casar, of Austin, has announced his reelection campaign. He also continues to pushback on the new congressional maps that were passed by the Texas Legislature.

Taylor community center fire ruled undetermined

An investigation into a fire at a Taylor community center is now closed, the city said.

Ex-MD Anderson scientist accused of stealing trade secrets for China

A former researcher at MD Anderson Cancer Center is accused of trying to steal proprietary cancer-related research and take it to China.

Leander ISD bus crash: DPS says driver won't face criminal charges

The Leander Independent School District releases video from the August 13 rollover bus crash as DPS says the driver will not face criminal charges.

Benefit concert for Texas Hill Country flood victims
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A benefit concert at the legendary Poodie's Roadhouse in Spicewood brought the community together to raise money for victims of the recent Texas Hill Country floods.

Poodie's Roadhouse hosts benefit concert for Texas Hill Country flood victims

A benefit concert at the legendary Poodie's Roadhouse in Spicewood brought the community together to raise money for victims of the recent Texas Hill Country floods.

New Texas congressional map faces court challenge over gerrymandering claims

A legal challenge has been filed against Texas's newly enacted congressional map, which plaintiffs claim is an unconstitutional racial gerrymander that dilutes the voting power of communities of color.

Texas dove population up, promising good season for hunters

Texas dove hunters can expect a strong season when it opens on Sept. 1, with mourning dove populations trending near historic highs.

Delta adds three new nonstop routes from Austin

Delta Air Lines is expanding its service at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport with three new nonstop routes and increased flights on two existing ones, the airline announced Thursday.

SpaceX scrubs launch for Starship's 10th test flight

SpaceX is preparing for the tenth flight test of its Starship spacecraft from its Texas facility, with a launch window opening as early as Sunday evening.

Texas Senate sends redrawn congressional maps to Gov. Abbott's desk

The Texas Senate approved a new congressional map early Saturday morning after an attempt to filibuster the bill by Democrats was countered by Republicans.

Texas special session: Filibuster threat, tense committee hearings cap off big week

The Texas special session continues with the Senate taking up congressional redistricting and the House discussed ivermectin, abortion pills and bathroom access.

Texas bathroom bill sparks heated testimony in House committee

Tensions ran high at a Texas House committee hearing over a bill that would bar transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.

Austin Police Department adds 2 electric patrol cars to fleet

Austin police now have two electric patrol vehicles in their fleet. It's part of a pilot program, which will last six to 12 months. The city says it will be more environmentally friendly and cost-efficient.