Austin mosques vandalized: CAIR officials to address 'hateful actions'
The Austin chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Austin), along with representatives of the three vandalized mosques, held a news conference on May 27, condemning the hateful actions against the houses of worship, CAIR officials say.
The Austin chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Austin), along with representatives of the three vandalized mosques, held a news conference on May 27, condemning the hateful actions against the houses of worship, CAIR officials say.
Texas voters to decide on constitutional amendment clarifying that only U.S. citizens can vote
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed new legislation on Monday that he says makes it “crystal clear" that only U.S. citizens are allowed to vote in Texas. Texas voters will decide on the issue in November.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed new legislation on Monday that he says makes it “crystal clear" that only U.S. citizens are allowed to vote in Texas. Texas voters will decide on the issue in November.
California dad dies after car plunges off cliff during driving lesson with teen daughter
James Politoski's daughter, who had a driver's permit, was behind the wheel and sustained significant injuries, police said.
James Politoski's daughter, who had a driver's permit, was behind the wheel and sustained significant injuries, police said.
WWII memorabilia stolen from Oakland man whose family served in military for generations
An Oakland homeowner is trying to recover priceless World War II memorabilia belonging to his family, marking generations of military service to this country, which were stolen over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
An Oakland homeowner is trying to recover priceless World War II memorabilia belonging to his family, marking generations of military service to this country, which were stolen over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Texas House approves $1.5 billion plan to attract movie and TV production
Texas wants Hollywood back... Lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion film incentive plan to boost the media production business in Texas.
Texas wants Hollywood back... Lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion film incentive plan to boost the media production business in Texas.
Giant manta ray dives under Florida paddleboarder: 'Unbelievable'
A paddleboarder near Honeymoon Island, Florida, had a rare and thrilling encounter with a giant manta ray.
A paddleboarder near Honeymoon Island, Florida, had a rare and thrilling encounter with a giant manta ray.
Texas House passes bill to legalize short-barrel firearms
"Sawed-off" shotguns may soon be legal in Texas after the House passed a bill that expands the types of firearms legally allowed in the state.
"Sawed-off" shotguns may soon be legal in Texas after the House passed a bill that expands the types of firearms legally allowed in the state.
Memorial Day: Central Texas events honor fallen service members
Communities across Central Texas honored fallen service members, including some from the Revolutionary War buried here, at various Memorial Day events.
Communities across Central Texas honored fallen service members, including some from the Revolutionary War buried here, at various Memorial Day events.
Texas Legislature latest: Countdown until end of session is on
Monday marked the beginning of the last week of the Texas Legislature's regular session.
Monday marked the beginning of the last week of the Texas Legislature's regular session.
Austin weather: Tornado watch extended until midnight
The Tornado Watch that covers much of Central Texas has been extended through midnight.
The Tornado Watch that covers much of Central Texas has been extended through midnight.
Memorial Day storms: Photos, videos of severe weather impacting Central Texas
Viewers from across Central Texas have sent in videos and photos of their view of the Memorial Day storms.
Viewers from across Central Texas have sent in videos and photos of their view of the Memorial Day storms.
North Texas inventor unveils "smart mailbox" to combat porch pirates
A North Texas inventor has patented the world's first smart mailbox to combat package theft and is now seeking investors to bring his prototype to market.
A North Texas inventor has patented the world's first smart mailbox to combat package theft and is now seeking investors to bring his prototype to market.
South Carolina shooting leaves at least 10 injured, police say
Authorities say 10 people were shot during a fight that started on a private boat holding a holiday weekend party on the South Carolina coast.
Authorities say 10 people were shot during a fight that started on a private boat holding a holiday weekend party on the South Carolina coast.
'Audrii's Law' signed into effect by Governor Abbott
House Bill 2000, also known as Audrii's Law, was signed by Governor Greg Abbott on Saturday and will go into effect in September.
House Bill 2000, also known as Audrii's Law, was signed by Governor Greg Abbott on Saturday and will go into effect in September.
Florida fishing captain sentenced to 30 days, fined $51K for poisoning, shooting dolphins
Zackery Barfield, a fishing captain from Panama City, Florida, was sentenced to 30 days in jail and fined $51,000 for poisoning and shooting dolphins.
Zackery Barfield, a fishing captain from Panama City, Florida, was sentenced to 30 days in jail and fined $51,000 for poisoning and shooting dolphins.
Jet ski hit-and-run kills 18-year-old kayaker on Grapevine Lake
An 18-year-old woman died after being struck by a jet ski while kayaking on Grapevine Lake on Sunday. Police need the public's help finding the jet ski driver who fled the scene.
An 18-year-old woman died after being struck by a jet ski while kayaking on Grapevine Lake on Sunday. Police need the public's help finding the jet ski driver who fled the scene.
Manhunt underway after disgraced former police chief convicted of murder, rape escapes Arkansas prison
Arkansas authorities warn public as convicted killer Grant Hardin remains at large after Sunday prison break
Arkansas authorities warn public as convicted killer Grant Hardin remains at large after Sunday prison break
5 arrested for allegedly aiding escaped inmates in New Orleans
Police made five more arrests in New Orleans prison break case, bringing the total to 12. Authorities continue to search for multiple fugitives, including Lenton Vanburen.
Police made five more arrests in New Orleans prison break case, bringing the total to 12. Authorities continue to search for multiple fugitives, including Lenton Vanburen.
Charlie Rangel, former US congressman from Harlem, dies at 94
Former U.S. Congressman from Harlem, Charlie Rangel, has died at the age of 94.
Former U.S. Congressman from Harlem, Charlie Rangel, has died at the age of 94.
SWAT situation in North Austin; suspect barricaded in home
The Austin Police Department responded to a SWAT situation near East Rundberg Lane.
The Austin Police Department responded to a SWAT situation near East Rundberg Lane.