Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
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A small plane experiencing mechanical issues made an emergency landing on Highway 71 in Fayette County Thursday afternoon, according to the sheriff's office.The
Athletes, like Amanda Montminy, are up on a rope and tethered to it for safety. They will try to perform tricks while maintaining balance.
Some Texas Republicans are calling on the state to deny birth certificates to babies when their parents are not citizens of the United States following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that affirmed automatic citizenship for most people born in the United States.
A federal appeals court has upheld a New Braunfels ordinance regulating short-term rentals within its residential areas.
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The City of Buda on Thursday announced it was awarded $10.48 million in federal transportation funding to work on reconstructing East Main Street between Interstate Highway 35 and Firecracker Drive.
Austin police say Sierra Rodriguez was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of 74-year-old Michael Shelton, who was found dead in his east Austin home on June 24.
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
A woman has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the death of a man found inside a Southeast Austin home last week, police said.Sierra Rodri
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued an Amber Alert for an 11-month-old boy who is believed to be with a 20-year-old woman. The two were last seen on the 7000 block of West Westmoor Road in Odessa, Texas, on June 30 at 10 a.m.
Infielder Casey Borba became the fifth Longhorn to earn the invitation to the 2026 USA Collegiate National Team Training Camp. He joins Sam Cozart, Luke Harrison, Anthony Pack Jr. and Dylan Volantis who were named to the roster earlier.
The city of Austin has picked the group that will analyze Austin's operations and spending, looking for ways to save taxpayer money.
Authorities in West Texas have issued an Amber Alert for an 11-month-old boy who was reported missing Tuesday morning.
AMBER Alert issued in Odessa: 11-month-old Maverick Young reported missing. Authorities suspect 20-year-old Tinley Young took him. Both described as white. Call Ector County Sheriff 432-335-3050 or 911.
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Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 31, prompting Texas authorities to maintain strict emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's ongoing expansion in West Texas.
A University of Tennessee professor will receive $1.9 million to settle a lawsuit after being disciplined over social media posts criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott appointed Don Huffines as the new Comptroller, effective August 1, after Kelly Hancock resigned, and Huffines will face State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt in the November election to determine who will control the state's finances for the next four years.
Austin police are searching for a suspect who stabbed two people at Butler Metro Park in south Austin early Wednesday morning.Police initially responded to Firs
Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday appointed Don Huffines, a former Republican state senator, to be comptroller of public accounts for the rest of the year, after the
A Florida man was shot and killed by a woman after a verbal argument over a parking spot at Walmart led to a deadly shooting.
If you are planning on using a jet ski on Lake Austin this holiday weekend, think again.The Austin Police Department says their Lake Patrol Unit will be enforci
Travis County officials are urging residents to celebrate the Fourth of July responsibly this weekend, citing dangers from fireworks and extreme heat.Travis Cou
The search for missing 4-year-old Javeayah Harris has intensified after the FBI joined state and local law enforcement agencies in Aiken County, South Carolina.
The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
CBS Austin will air a special newscast Friday night examining where flood recovery efforts stand across Texas and what lies ahead, followed by a town hall strea
A member of an organization that smuggled unaccompanied children into the United States from Mexico, sometimes using THC-laced candy, has been sentenced to federal prison.
The woman, who was not named, was attempting to enter the United States from Mexico at the Paso del Norte point of entry when her vehicle was selected for a second inspection.
Temperatures will gradually rise closer to triple digits with highs in the upper 90s on the way into this weekend and next week. -Meteorologist Nick Bannin
IKEA's store at The Domain will close at the end of August.
San Antonio police are investigating after a break-in left CFS Tattoo Company near Huebner and Vane Jackson trashed. From the front door to walls and every artist’s stall, equipment and furniture were destroyed.
The Texas Rangers and Budweiser are building a 12-foot tall, 600-gallon stein at Globe Life Field to break the Guinness World Record for the largest glass of beer this Saturday.
As airport officials gear up for one of the busiest travel days of the summer, they urge flyers to be prepared for longer security wait times, crowds, and full parking lots.
California has become the first state to standardize food date labels, banning terms like "sell by" on most consumer-facing food packaging in an effort to reduce food waste.
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