In historic first, Texas House approves private school voucher program
The Texas House gave final approval Thursday to a bill that would create a $1 billion private school voucher program, crossing a historic milestone and bringing Gov. Greg Abbott’s top …
Fire Marshal determines cause of house explosion in Northwest Austin
Travis County Fire Marshal Gary Howell's office said it determined that the April 13 explosion that destroyed a home in Northwest Austin and damaged numerous others was caused by a "substantial …
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GEORGETOWN, Texas — The Cedar Park girls soccer team snapped defending champion Frisco Wakeland's 54-game winning streak with a 3-1 victory to win the Timberwolves' first girls state …
Back from the brink: A one-room Texas schoolhouse lives again
On Saturday, April 12, a 95-year-old woman walked back into her childhood schoolhouse—now fully restored after decades of neglect. Her name is Margie Carlton Simons, and in 1943, she studied …
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Over 26,000 jobs added as Texas labor market continues growth streak
Texas' economy continued its strong performance in March, with the labor market achieving record highs in both total jobs and the size of the civilian labor force. Texas added 26,500 positions …
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WilCo EMS holds annual recognition ceremony
Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (WCEMS) celebrated its annual Recognition Ceremony on April …
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Glenn HS Drumline earns 3rd consecutive state championship
The Glenn HS Indoor Drumline once again emerged as state champions as part of the Texas Color Guard …
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Sales Tax Holiday for emergency supplies this weekend
As severe weather season approaches, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar's office reminded residents that they …
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More than 250 international students’ immigration statuses revoked across Texas universities
At least 252 international students at Texas universities have had their legal status changed in a wave …
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WilCo hosts topping out ceremony for new administration building
Williamson County officials celebrated a key stage in the construction of its new administration …
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Texas plans to spend $51 billion on property tax cuts. It may not be sustainable.
Property tax cuts aren’t free. In fact, they’re costing Texas a fortune. The Texas House …
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Six injured, numerous homes damaged in residential explosion Sunday
A two-story home exploded in Northwest Austin on Sunday morning, injuring six and damaging numerous …
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TCSO Victim Services Unit seeks volunteers
The Travis County Sheriff’s Office Victim Services Unit is seeking persons of excellent moral …
Westwood High School honors longtime dance educator Marla Valk
The Round Rock ISD community, Westwood High School and Round Rock ISD’s Fine Arts Department honored one of their own over the weekend: Marla Valk, a longtime educator, mentor, and champion of …
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House committee considering a cap on school voucher spending, increases to public school funding
The Texas House Public Education Committee could propose a $1 billion spending cap for the first two …
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Round Rock ISD celebrates Women's History Month
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Round Rock ISD Department of Access and Opportunity spoke with …
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England Elementary hosts annual career day
Elsa England Elementary welcomed professionals from more than 40 fields earlier this month for its annual …
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Two Leander ISD Students Selected for Texas Art Education Association Youth Art Month Exhibition
Two Leander ISD students — Vanessa Bonilla Garcia of Rouse High School and Kambry Jackson of …
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Round Rock ISD honors 2025 teachers and paraprofessionals of the year
Round Rock ISD is recognizing its Teachers of the Year (ToY) and Paraprofessionals of the Year …
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Michelle Dean named Joe Lee Johnson Elementary Principal
Michelle Dean is the new principal of Joe Lee Johnson Elementary School. Dean brings 34 years …
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Verde & Black continue hot streak with 4-1 win over LA Galaxy
After a dismal start to the 2024 campaign, no Major League Soccer team is hotter right now than Austin FC. The Verde & Black have led the league …
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Commentary: Texas Legislators attacking public transparency yet again
To anyone who says, “Newspapers are dead,” I say, “Sit at my desk the Monday after the post office sends a bundle of newspapers to Fort …
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Commentary: Take Pride in who we are as a community
The hard work of seeing beyond our past and embracing a diverse, inclusive future is never done. Whether it's two steps forward and one …
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Commentary: Fond memories of our Fourth of July gatherings
I miss watching the spectacular fireworks display at Eddie G’s house every Fourth of July. Eddie G. was my grandmother’s longtime companion. …
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Commentary: Let the 4th Inspire You
Happy 4th of July to my fellow Texans! This week, as we light up our barbecue pits to grill, and the sky with our fireworks to celebrate, it is …
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Commentary: This is the stuff some want to whitewash
If you’re bored by the pablum that passes for conversation on sports broadcasts – if, like me, you’re long past fed up with all the …
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Commentary: It's time to put Americans' health decisions back in our own hands
We all deserve the right to make informed decisions about our own health. That right has been in danger for years — and since the Supreme …
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