Owner of loved bar, eatery in Austin addresses ’emotional’ closure after fire
Speaking of the damage, the owner told MySA, “It’s one thing to look at the pictures, but when you’re inside that building, it’s a lot worse.”
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Invasive tree-killing beetle spreads to three more Texas counties
The emerald ash borer, an invasive beetle that kills ash trees, has been detected in three additional Texas counties as officials work to slow its spread. COLLEGE STATION, Texas — An invasive insect responsible for killing hundreds of millions of trees across North America has been detected in three additional Texas counties. According to Texas … Read more
Zach Top bringing ‘Cold Beer & Country Music Tour’ to San Antonio
Grammy-winning country singer Zach Top has added a San Antonio stop to his “Cold Beer & Country Music Tour,” with a concert scheduled Sept. 26 at Frost Bank Center. SAN ANTONIO — Country music fans in San Antonio can get ready to crack open a cold one and sing along this fall. Grammy-winning artist Zach … Read more
Red, White & Blue Bell ice cream makes its return for America’s 250th anniversary
Blue Bell’s Red, White & Blue Bell ice cream makes a patriotic return for the U.S. 250th anniversary, featuring strawberry, vanilla and blueberry flavors. BRENHAM, Texas — A fan favorite is making a comeback just in time for America’s 250th anniversary! Red, White & Blue Bell ice cream is now back on store shelves, the … Read more
Texas Dream Act goes to court over fight to restore in-state tuition for undocumented students
The law allowed certain students who attended and graduated from high school in Texas to pay in-state tuition, even if they lacked legal immigration status.
Texas now requires cities to do an audit before raising property taxes. Some small towns can’t afford it.
More than 130 cities, most with fewer than 10,000 residents, were blocked from increasing their property tax revenue because they had broken the law.
Track meet stabbing trial day 3: Opening statements done, testimony begins in Karmelo Anthony case | Live updates
The trial of Anthony, accused of killing Austin Metcalf, is expected to last two weeks. He faces up to life in prison if convicted. He has pleaded not guilty. MCKINNEY, Texas — The trial of 18-year-old Karmelo Anthony continues today in Collin County, after last year’s fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a Frisco … Read more