Texans can help choose the next horned lizard license plate design. How to vote
Texans can vote on three potential designs to update the horned lizard plate, which was the first conservation-themed plate.
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Austin drag artists use their spotlight to fight anti-LGBTQ+ laws
Austin's drag artists shine bright this Pride month, using their art to advocate for rights amidst Texas's tough legislative landscape.
Texas law on leaving children home alone: No set age, but neglect and abandonment laws apply
Texas law does not specify a minimum age for leaving a child home alone, but parents must consider factors like maturity and safety to avoid neglect or abandonment charges.
Texas parents charged with murder 1 year after baby was found dead in a motel drawer
The parents of a 4-month-old baby have been charged with murder one year after the child was found in a Houston motel and pronounced deceased.
Teen Indicted for Murder in Frisco Track Meet Stabbing
Karmelo Anthony, the teen accused of fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf at a Frisco high school track meet, has been indicted for murder, officials said.
Sweltering Texas summers are here: 10 things you should never leave in a hot car or truck
Texas is heating up as summer is officially underway. And there are certain things you shouldn't leave in the car during scorching temperatures.
Fourth of July Weather Forecast: What to Expect in Texas
With over a week to go, Fourth of July forecasts are starting to take shape — but how much can you trust them this far out?
Is it illegal to hang things from your rearview mirror in Texas? See what the law says
If a law enforcement officer perceives your hanging item as blocking your view, they can pull you over and issue a citation. Here's what to know.
KAZI 88.7 FM Moves to ACC Highland, Expands Programming
Austin's only Black community radio station KAZI 88.7 FM recently moved locations to the Austin Community College Highland campus, marking a new chapter in its 43-year history with expanded facilities and fresh programming.
Austin LGBTQ+ Bookstore BookWoman Vandalized in Suspected Hate Crime
BookWoman, an LGBTQ+ feminist bookstore in Austin, was vandalized during Pride Month in a suspected hate crime, owners say.
Trial Begins Over 2021 Austin Police Shooting, Alleging Officer Misconduct and Botched Probe
A civil trial begins in Austin over a 2021 police shooting, with plaintiffs alleging officer Gabriel Gutierrez misled investigators and the Austin Police Department botched the probe into Alex Gonzales Jr.'s death.
Can you fly with 200 H-E-B tortillas in your carry-on bag? Here's what TSA says
A traveler recently packed 200 H-E-B tortillas for a flight in Texas, sparking curiosity and conversations online.
Central Texas STAAR results fall along economic lines
STAAR performance in Central Texas school districts varies by the proportion of economically disadvantaged students served.
Texas History Highlights: Faith, Juneteenth, Springs, Mansfield & Battleship
This week's Think Texas newsletter covers faith in the American West, Juneteenth history, restored mineral springs, Jayne Mansfield's Texas roots, and the Battleship Texas tour.
Lawmakers urge Tesla to delay Austin robotaxi launch over compliance concerns
Members of the Austin delegation asked the automaker to delay the long-touted rollout to ensure compliance with new state law.
KAZI 88.7 FM Moves to New Location, Expands Offerings
Austin's only Black community radio station KAZI 88.7 FM recently moved locations to the Austin Community College Highland campus, marking a new chapter in its 43-year history.
SpaceX Starship Explodes During Texas Test, Raising Questions About Future
SpaceX's massive Starship exploded in a spectacular fiery blaze during a routine engine test in Texas.
Police are at my door. Do I need to answer? What to know if law enforcement knocks in Texas
Law enforcement knocking on your door can be intimidating and people's first inclination may be to answer the door. Here are 5 things you should know.
What's the best temperature to set your thermostat during Texas summers? What experts say
What’s the ideal temperature to set the thermostat? In a Texas summer, that discussion can get heated — fast.
Austinites remember history, celebrate Black 'joy' on Juneteenth
A triple-digit heat index didn't keep residents away from the city's main celebration.