‘Has not been done before’ | Austin to launch pilot program to address severe mental health crises

The city of Austin is taking steps to better handle 911 calls related to mental health issues. AUSTIN, Texas — The city of Austin is taking steps to better handle 911 calls related to mental health issues, with a new partnership set to launch in October. For calls that involve a severe mental health crisis, … Read more

‘Raising the Steaks’ | FFA students in southeast Texas prepare for major livestock auction

Southeast Texas FFA students urge community support for their auction, spotlighting its importance for funding college and rewarding hard work. KOUNTZE, Texas — Southeast Texas members of the Future Farmers of America are preparing for upcoming livestock auctions and calling on the community to step in as buyers. The sales, part of the Hardin County … Read more

Austin residents voice concerns over new proposed navigation center

Austin residents pressed city leaders for clarity on a proposed homeless navigation center in southeast Austin, citing concerns about safety and community impact. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin city leaders are facing growing pressure from neighbors over a new proposed navigation center in southeast Austin.  The new center would be located at 2401 S. Interstate 35 … Read more

Austin residents voice concerns over new proposed homeless navigation center

Austin residents pressed city leaders for clarity on a proposed homeless navigation center in southeast Austin, citing concerns about safety and community impact. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin city leaders are facing growing pressure from neighbors over a new proposed homeless navigation center in southeast Austin.  The new center would be located at 2401 S. Interstate … Read more

AMBER Alert: Texas authorities search for 13-year-old girl abducted from Grapevine

An AMBER Alert was issued Tuesday night for 13-year-old Kaylin Rickards, who authorities said was abducted by someone driving a white Ford F-150. GRAPEVINE, Texas — An AMBER Alert was issued late Tuesday night after authorities say a child was abducted from Grapevine. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), 13-year-old Kaylin Richards … Read more

Grapevine police discontinue AMBER Alert after child is found safe

An AMBER Alert was issued Tuesday night for a child who authorities initially said was abducted. GRAPEVINE, Texas — An AMBER Alert was discontinued Wednesday morning after it was issued late Tuesday night, Grapevine police said.  The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) initially said a 13-year-old went missing after they were abducted.  In a … Read more