Should Texas ban cell phones from public schools A bill filed in the Texas House would ban cell phones in public schools. FOX 4’s Steven Dial talked to the bill’s author, State Rep. Caroline Fairly, about the bill and how the Legislature can help schools. Then, Senator Ted Cruz talks about Ukraine, border security and…
Austin’s annual South by Southwest Conference and Festival delves beyond movie premieres: It creates an opportunity for personal interactions with actors and directors. Red carpet interviews can reveal the a director’s drive for their latest storytelling adventures and an actor’s passion for a particular role. So, what have celebrities said on SXSW 2025’s red carpet…
article NEW YORK, UNITED STATES – January 28: A view of the New York Stock Exchange building in New York City, New York, U.S. on January 28, 2025. (Photo by Mostafa Bassim/Anadolu via Getty Images) DALLAS – The New York Stock Exchange, part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), announced on Wednesday plans to launch…
A Houston man died Thursday in a fatal car crash in Nolan County, according to a Texas Department of Public Safety media release. Cesar Josevan Espinosa Manso, 25, was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash, and next of kin was notified Thursday afternoon. According to the DPS preliminary investigation, the crash occurred around…
Austin has rapidly emerged as one of the fastest-growing cities in America, attracting a dynamic mix of entrepreneurs, CEOs, tech employees, and innovators who are reshaping the city’s identity. Understandably, Austin is also becoming a hub for biohacking and cutting-edge health solutions as new and old residents alike look to optimize their daily performance and…
Austin-based dating app Bumble announced the resignation of its chief financial officer and the creation of a new chief business officer role amid ongoing growth challenges. CFO Anu Subramanian said last week that she would be resigning to pursue unspecified opportunities outside of the company, according to securities filings this week. Subramanian has been with…
What is U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz most thankful for? What is the recipe for U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul’s wife Linda’s Thanksgiving jambalaya? Which congressman brought $73 million in federal money back to his district? This Thanksgiving, the American-Statesman asked members of Congress who represent Austin-area residents about their favorite dishes and what they’re grateful for,…
A caretaker has been arrested and charged with murder in the death of his elderly client, the Travis County sheriff’s office said. The arrest came on Friday after deputies responded to a request for a welfare check at a home in the 16300 block of East Lake Shore Drive in Spicewood, the office said. When…
Khalid is speaking out about his sexuality — even if it’s “not any of your business.” The 26-year-old “Young Dumb & Broke” singer – who released his third studio album, “Sincere,” in August – took to social media to confirm he’s part of the LGBTQ+ community. “🏳️🌈!!! there yall go. next topic please lol,” he…
An Abilene man died early Monday morning after being critically injured in a collision involving a motorcycle, according to a police media release. Police responded to the accident that occurred in the 4400 block of Buffalo Gap Road, south of the Mall of Abilene, on Sunday around 2 p.m. The crash occurred when a 71-year-old…