Families of Robb shooting victims fighting for Uvalde City Council to officially oppose city-funded report met with more obstacles

City Council was set to vote on potentially rejecting the controversial report. Now it’s unknown when that vote might happen after the mayor’s resignation. UVALDE, Texas — Loved ones of those who died at Robb Elementary in 2022 were hoping to convince Uvalde City Council to formally reject a city-commissioned report on the shooting, the … Read more

Austin is one of the most expensive places for child care. Here’s what’s being done about it

Austin Council Member Vanessa Fuentes helped lead zoning changes to make it easier for child care facilities to open and operate. AUSTIN, Texas — According to studies done in the past year, Travis County is the most expensive spots for child care in the state. New tax breaks from both the city of Austin and … Read more

‘They’re angry’: Lawyer for Dallas couple injured in crash linked to NFL receiver Rashee Rice says they want accountability

The rental company’s attorney said Rice was in touch with them after the accident, admitted there had been a wreck, and acknowledged the need to pay for damages. DALLAS — An attorney representing a luxury car rental company in Dallas told WFAA Kansas City Chief wide receiver Rashee Rice had leased the Lamborghini involved in … Read more

‘His teammates come out to mob him!’ | Listen to the Astros radio call of Ronel Blanco’s no-hitter against the Blue Jays

Ronel Blanco struck out seven and walked two in the Astros’ 10-0 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday night. HOUSTON — What a way for the Houston Astros to pick up their first win of the season after Ronel Blanco threw his first career no-hitter Monday night. The Astros defeated the Toronto Blue … Read more

Texas emergency director calls for firefighting air force after historic Panhandle fires

A special legislative committee is investigating what caused the Smokehouse Creek fire, the largest in state history. PAMPA, Texas — This story was first published in the Texas Tribune and can be viewed here. Texas’ top emergency manager told a panel of lawmakers Tuesday that the state should establish its own firefighting aircraft division after … Read more