Apple is going to assemble its new Mac Pro desktop computers in Austin. The tech giant confirmed Monday that production of the computers at its Austin facility will begin later this year. The announcement comes after the Trump administration granted tariff exemptions on Mac Pro components that are made in China. Apple CEO Tim Cook […]
Former Longhorns QB Snead dead at 32
September 23, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Austin police are investigating the death of former Texas quarterback Jevan Snead. Police don’t suspect foul play is involved after officers responded when the 32-year-old was found dead Saturday night. The former Longhorns quarterback transferred to Ole Miss after losing the starting job to Colt McCoy. Snead threw 46 touchdowns for the Rebels in two […]
Austin Police Shoot, Kill Man Suspected of Assaulting Woman
April 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Authorities say police in Austin fatally shot a man who threatened to shoot arresting officers after assaulting a woman. Police Chief Brian Manley says officers responding Sunday evening to reports of a fight between the man and woman found the man in woods near the Pennybacker Bridge. The man can be heard on body camera […]
Austin Catholic Priest Accused of Assaulting Woman During Last Rites
March 21, 2019 by Leave a Comment
A 75-year-old Catholic priest in Austin is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in hospice care, according to documents filed in court. Rev. Gerold Langsch faces a misdemeanor assault by contact charge in connection with an incident that allegedly took place in October 2018 at a woman’s home while she was in hospice care. The woman […]
Austin Boy Called ‘Little Hitler’ for selling Hot Chocolate to Raise Money for Border Wall
February 21, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Austin American-Statesman, TexasPOSTED ON 11:55 AM FEBRUARY 21, 2019. A 7-year-old boy from the Austin area has received insults from community members, including being called “little Hitler,” after starting a hot chocolate stand earlier this week to raise money for President Donald Trump’s proposed border wall. Benton Stevens wanted to contribute to the fund after […]
Constitutional Carry Bill Filed In State Legislature
November 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Austin, TX — A Bedford representative is filing a bill which would allow anyone who legally owns a gun to carry it without a permit. Republican Representative Jonathan Stickland tells the Fort Worth Star-Telegram constitutional carry is popular within his district and is a legislative priority for the GOP. Texans can openly carry long guns […]
Austin Man Offers 3D Gun Blueprints Despite Court Ruling
August 29, 2018 by Leave a Comment
(Austin, TX) — The American public can still buy blueprints for a 3D-printed gun despite a court ruling.
Dallas, Austin Said To Be Strong Contenders For Amazon HQ2
August 20, 2018 by Leave a Comment
(Dallas, TX) — CNBC says Dallas and Austin are both strong contenders in the race to land Amazon’s second headquarters.
Equity Office Chief: Austin Unlikely To Change Its Name
July 31, 2018 by Leave a Comment
(Austin, TX) — The city of Austin is not expected to get a new name.
Austin, TX, Told To Consider Name Change
July 30, 2018 by Leave a Comment
(Austin, TX) — Austin city officials are being told to consider changing the city’s name.
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