Tag: Austin
Ceiling Collapse at University of Texas Campus Building: Causes and Safety Measures
The University of Texas at Austin campus experienced a frightening incident on Sunday when part of the ceiling in the Norman Hackerman Building collapsed....
Bullet Train Proposal for High-Speed Rail Linking North Texas, Austin, and San Antonio
State Rep. John Bucy, a Democrat from Austin and Williamson County, is proposing a new high-speed rail line that would connect North Texas to...
Fran Harris Advocates for Austin WNBA Expansion Team: Is It Time?
The WNBA has seen significant growth in viewership, attendance, and media attention in the most recent season, thanks to new stars like Angel Reese...
Travis County DA’s Security Concerns: Revealing Threats and Reasons
The Travis County District Attorney's Office has revealed details about threats made against District Attorney Jose Garza and the reasons why the Travis County...
Carmen Llanes Pulido Seeks Recount in Austin Mayoral Election
Carmen Llanes Pulido, the candidate who came in second place in the Austin mayoral race, has officially filed a petition for a recount in...
WNBA Expansion Sparks Hopes for Austin Franchise
Welcome to Texas Standard for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Tune in to your Texas public radio station or use your smart speaker to listen...
Rising Trend of Youth Arrests for Violent Offenses in Travis County
A shocking trend has been observed in Travis County this year, with an increase in the number of youth arrests for violent offenses. The...
Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Intoxication Manslaughter in Fatal Crash
A man named John Crayton, Jr., from Taylor, was recently convicted of intoxication manslaughter in connection with a fatal crash that occurred in September...
Texas Legislature’s Potential Impact on Dementia Research Hub
Texas is looking to become a leader in dementia research with the introduction of a new state-funded initiative called the Dementia Prevention Research Institute...
Arrests Made in South Austin Creek Case: 15 Dead Dogs Found
Austin police have made significant progress in the case of the 15 dead dogs found in South Boggy Creek. Two individuals, Fred John Riess...