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A 24-year-old was arrested and charged with intoxication manslaughter after a Feb. 21 crash on U.S. 183 South killed his passenger. Authorities say his BAC measured 0.211.
A father says he wants answers after a repeat offender was charged with manslaughter in the crash that killed his daughter on West Parmer Lane. New court filings and a June hearing have intensified scrutiny.
Politics & Govt in ...
The White House is preparing an executive order to push federal research into ibogaine for PTSD. Early studies show promise, but safety and legal hurdles remain.
Food & Drinks in ...
Republic Boot Company is converting a Hill Country castle into Republic Wine Castle — a winery, tasting rooms and boot boutique with a May grand opening weekend.
APD released photos of three suspects wanted in a March 13 Macy's robbery at The Domain that left an employee injured. A reward is available and tips can be sent to APD or Crime Stoppers.
Federal authorities moved onto Fronton Island in the Rio Grande near Roma, escalating a long-running state‑federal fight. The action follows an Air Force NDA expansion and earlier Texas fortification.
Two people were hospitalized after a stabbing near ACC's Riverside Campus Friday; a suspect is in custody and police say there's no ongoing threat.
A SmartAsset study ranks Edinburg, Georgetown, Conroe and Grand Prairie among the U.S. leaders in property‑tax burden. New state exemptions help, but local burdens remain uneven.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
New express lanes and a MoPac connector are reshaping US 183 commutes; drivers weigh minutes saved against daily tolls.
Real Estate & Development in ...
NAR data show the typical first-time buyer is now 40, and Austin's pricey starter market is pushing younger locals to delay, co-buy, or look to the suburbs.
A longtime DEA informant was sentenced to time served in Austin after admitting he failed to report nearly $4 million in agency payments. The case raises fresh questions about oversight of paid sources.
Community & Society in ...
Austin Animal Services is asking for 70 foster homes by Sunday to ease overcrowding at the Austin Animal Center.
Retail & Industry in ...
A Houston Business Journal ranking shows 33 locally headquartered banks reported $44 billion in combined deposits as of Dec. 31, 2025, led by Stellar and Third Coast.
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