Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in downtown Austin on Presidents’ Day to participate in the "No Kings on Presidents’ Day" protest, a nationwide demonstration against President Donald Trump’s policies.
Faced with a rising budget deficit, now projected at $110 million, the Austin Independent School District (AISD) is enacting a district-wide spending and hiring freeze starting Feb. 28. Officials attribute the shortfall to increased costs, unexpected funding gaps, and lower-than-projected property tax revenue.
Protests broke out at Tesla stores nationwide, including in Austin, as demonstrators voiced concerns over Elon Musk’s political affiliations and government influence. The movement, which saw gatherings from New York to California, raises questions about Tesla’s future amid growing opposition.
Austin’s Ben Duong is no stranger to breaking records—last year, he set the Guinness World Record for the fastest half marathon while dribbling a basketball. Now, he’s upping the ante at the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon, aiming to complete 26.2 miles while keeping the ball bouncing and chasing the current world record set in 2021.
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