New Faculty Join the Longhorn Family
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New Faculty Join the Longhorn Family
Nearly 150 new faculty members began their time at UT at this year's New Faculty Launch. The post New Faculty Join the Longhorn Family appeared first on UT Austin News .
ICE identifies father detained in Austin with 5-year-old son, details immigration history
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has identified the father of a 5-year-old boy whose detention in Austin drew criticism from U.S. Rep. Greg Casar, tell
Historical marker placed at 'the beating heart' of Austin's LGBTQ community
Ahead of Austin Pride 2026, members of Austin's LGBTQ+ community and city officials gathered at 4th and Colorado to, "honor the history, resilience and contributions of the Austin's LGBTQIA community."
UT Adds New Undergraduate Majors and Minors for 2026-2028 Catalog
The University of Texas is expanding its curriculum with six new bachelor's degrees and 13 minors. The post UT Adds New Undergraduate Majors and Minors for 2026-2028 Catalog appeared first on UT Austin News .
Man caught on camera stealing merchandise from two smoke shops in Leander
Leander police are searching for a suspect who stole merchandise from two different smoke shops.Police say a man was caught on camera taking merchandise from 51
Five-year-old picked up by ICE in Austin, sent to Dilley detention center alongside dad
A five-year-old boy and his father were detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Austin on Sunday, Aug. 16, according to a GoFundMe post from the family.
Temperatures, rain totals, severe storms: Explore Austin's 2026 weather data
KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings.
UT Mooov-In expected to bring thousands of students
Classes at the University of Texas at Austin next week, and thousands of students are expected to 'moov-in' on campus starting on Friday.
UT Austin’s newest Longhorns 'Mooov-In'
Thousands of new and returning University of Texas at Austin students are moving into campus residence halls this weekend as they prepare for the start of the f
Person dies after being hit by vehicle while crossing Highway 183
A person has died after being hit by a vehicle while they were crossing the highway in North Austin.
Austin Weekend: Gambler Days, Pride Parade, ColossalCon
Several local events are scheduled for the weekend of August 21-23, including the opening of the musical Come from Away, PBR Gambler Days, Rock the Block, ColossalCon Texas, Summer Sundays Mini Market, and the Austin Pride Festival and Parade.
One dead after pedestrian hit by vehicle in SE Austin Thursday night
One person is dead after a crash involving a pedestrian in southeast Austin on Thursday night.Austin-Travis County EMS says that the crash happened on the ramp
Austin leaders push for displacement funding amid record eviction filings
Nonprofits say they're struggling to handle a rise in evictions without extra support from the City of Austin.
Austin races to regulate AI data centers before they strain city’s water and power
Construction of the CyrusOne DFW-10 data center in Whitney, Texas on May 25, 2026. JUSTIN HAMEL/ WACO BRIDGE " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/260525_JH_Whitney-Data-Center_03-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> The recent surge in water- and energy-...
Abbott orders investigation into Texas school district finances
Governor Greg Abbott has requested an investigation into how Texas public school districts are spending their money.
Casar draws parallels in arrest of 5-year-old Austin boy sent to Dilley detention center
An Austin-area lawmaker is drawing national attention to the arrest and detention of a 5-year-old boy in Austin, saying the child was taken into custody on the
Study maps out Austin-to-San Antonio rail line
Study maps out Austin-to-San Antonio rail line KVUE
Here’s Where You Can Still Find Austin City Limits Tickets
Here’s Where You Can Still Find Austin City Limits Tickets Rolling Stone
Austin ISD superintendent answers questions on state intervention, school closures
Austin ISD is starting a new school year after one of the most consequential years the district has faced.School consolidations, a $200-million-dollar budget sh
Detroit Chevy ad depicting Austin skyline not a mistake, company says
Detroit Chevy ad depicting Austin skyline not a mistake, company says Detroit Free Press
Austin weather: Heat advisory in effect for most of Central Texas; residents urged to stay safe
A heat advisory covers most of Central Texas as temperatures soar past the triple-digit mark. Residents are being asked to stay safe this weekend.
Austin heat wave gets stronger this weekend
Austin heat wave gets stronger this weekend FOX 7 Austin
Studies say Austin-San Antonio passenger rail requires $13 billion or a route Union Pacific resists
Studies say Austin-San Antonio passenger rail requires $13 billion or a route Union Pacific resists KUT
Colin Simmons on the Will Muschamp effect at Texas
Colin Simmons on the Will Muschamp effect at Texas KXAN Austin
Austin police: Panhandling is legal, but threats and violence can make it a crime
Austin police: Panhandling is legal, but threats and violence can make it a crime KVUE
New Elks Lodge to serve North Austin area
New Elks Lodge to serve North Austin area Community Impact
Blast from the past, Tex-Mex expansion: Check out these 6 Austin metro dining updates | San Marcos - Buda - Kyle
Blast from the past, Tex-Mex expansion: Check out these 6 Austin metro dining updates | San Marcos - Buda - Kyle Community Impact
Meet the new Longhorn at the UT football complex. It's a bronze statue
Meet the new Longhorn at the UT football complex. It's a bronze statue Houston Chronicle
How often does Austin hit 100°? Here's a breakdown by date, month, year and decade
Complete temperature records for Camp Mabry, Austin's official reporting site, date back to 1898. Since then, Austin has reached 100° more than 2,000 times.
Paige Ellis seeks a third term on Austin City Council. It’s rare, but not unprecedented
Austin City Council Member Paige Ellis submitted a petition to seek a third term on the council. If approved, she will be the third and final candidate in the District 8 race. MANOO SIRIVELU FOR KUT NEWS " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/austincurrent.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/download-34...
West Nile in Texas: Travis County sees first human case of 2026
Austin Public Health says Travis County now has its first West Nile virus case of 2026.
Lake Austin to drawdown for maintenance and repairs
Lake Austin to drawdown for maintenance and repairs KVUE
EXCLUSIVE: How a Texas student blew the whistle on a rogue AI hacking attempt
EXCLUSIVE: How a Texas student blew the whistle on a rogue AI hacking attempt Reuters
Traffic blocked on SH 71 west of Austin following collision
Traffic blocked on SH 71 west of Austin following collision KVUE
Rider's ed? Aceable offers free e-bike, e-scooter safety course for kids
As more children climb onto e-bikes and e-scooters, an Austin-based education platform is rolling out new traffic training to help keep them safe on the roads.
City of Austin Celebrates 36th Annual Austin Pride Parade
City of Austin Celebrates 36th Annual Austin Pride Parade City of Austin (.gov)
News | Pair of deals bolsters occupancy at one of Austin's tallest office towers
News | Pair of deals bolsters occupancy at one of Austin's tallest office towers CoStar
Band’s car broken into in Oakland before Bay Area tour stop
Band’s car broken into in Oakland before Bay Area tour stop KRON4
Texas Bans Delta-8 & Delta-10 THC Products
Texas Bans Delta-8 & Delta-10 THC Products KXAN Austin
Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas presents Night Under the Stars
Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas presents Night Under the Stars CultureMap Austin