Texas-Florida rivalry reaches Governor’s Mansion ahead of kickoff
A day before the Longhorns take on Florida, Governor Greg Abbott hosted Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at the Governor’s Mansion for a tailgate...
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Need Extra Cash? This App Finds You a Shift in Ten Minutes
The gig economy promised freedom. For a long time, it delivered frustration and inconsistent results.Think about the last time you needed extra money. Christmas...
In Brief: UT-Led Fusion Research Team Wins Google.org AI Award
The post In Brief: UT-Led Fusion Research Team Wins Google.org AI Award appeared first on UT News .
Hays County deputies searching for reported runaway last seen in Buda
The Hays County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help locating Blakely Pierce, who was reported as a runaway Wednesday morning.
Texas Hill Country Winery Blends Tradition With High-Tech Winemaking
Texas wine country has a reputation for tradition. But now out in the Hill Country, a new ingredient is working its way into the bottle: technology.At Invention...
Hinojosa brings podiums to Governor's Mansion to challenge Abbott to debate
Democratic nominee for governor Gina Hinojosa challenged Gov. Greg Abbott to debate outside the Texas Governor's Mansion on Thursday morning as new polling show...
The Brain’s Tug-of-War Between Impulse and Self-Control
A new study could help scientists better understand why people with addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder struggle to resist urges. The post The Brain’s Tug-of-War Between Impulse and Self-Control appeared first on UT News ....
Man shot by ICE speaks out, says bullet is still in him - ABC News
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Helping Others Linked to Slower Cognitive Decline Among People at Higher Genetic Risk for Alzheimer’s
Researchers found that even modest time spent helping others was associated with cognitive benefits. The post Helping Others Linked to Slower Cognitive Decline Among People at Higher Genetic Risk for Alzheimer’s appeared first on UT News ....
Central Texas water towers compete for national Tank of the Year title
Water towers in four Central Texas communities are in the running for national recognition, and residents have until Friday to help one of them win.Tanks in Man...
Bastrop County residents urge transparency on proposed data center, gas plant project
Residents in Cedar Creek are urging Bastrop County leaders to take action they say would bring more transparency to a proposed data center and natural gas power...
In Brief: National Deaf Center Awarded $24 Million in Federal Funding
The post In Brief: National Deaf Center Awarded $24 Million in Federal Funding appeared first on UT News .
Sheriff's Office seeking witnesses, guests involved in violence at Trump-Paxton rally
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying people who may have been involved in or witnessed incidents inside the venue during a recent political rally.In a press release, the sheriff’s...
Now 50 Years Old, One of the World’s Most Diverse Collection of Organisms Lives On at UT
David Nobles Jr., curator of the UTEX Culture Collection of Algae, looks back and explains why algae matter in research. The post Now 50 Years Old, One of the World’s Most Diverse Collection of Organisms Lives On at UT appeared first on UT News ....
Spurs unveil throwback ABA uniforms for select 2026-27 games, debut Nov. 4
The San Antonio Spurs are turning back the clock this season to mark a milestone in franchise history.In a press release dated Oct. 12, 2026, the Spurs unveiled their Nike Classic Edition uniforms, presented by Ledger,...
San Antonio Spurs lose second preseason matchup to Phoenix Suns despite late rally
Phoenix held off San Antonio 102-98 after building a 10-point lead in the first quarter.The Suns outscored the Spurs 35-25 in the opening period, then San Antonio won the second quarter 26-23 to pull closer by halftime....
'It still haunts me to death,' death row exoneree shares emotional story at Texas Capitol
People from across Texas are calling on the state government to abolish the death penalty...
Man hospitalized after being hit by vehicle operated by ICE in Houston
A man was injured and taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle driven by Immigration and Customs Enforcement authorities in west Houston, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said....
Texas’ Unbeaten Start Ends in Red River Rivalry Loss to Oklahoma
The No. 1 Texas Longhorns face the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday, Oct. 10, in the annual Red River Rivalry at the Cotton Bowl, with conference ambitions and brag...
Post tropical Isaias moving through the Southeast
Isaias made landfall Friday Evening near Destin, Florida as a category 2 hurricane with peak landfall winds at 105 mph.
The Vest That Gives Texas Football an Edge
Look closely at any Texas practice and you'll spot it. A black harness on every athlete, with a little bump on the back. It looks like a sports bra with a pouch...
Fort Hood shooting survivor wants to face Hasan at execution, warns against "spectacle"
Alonzo Lunsford says he has forgiven the man who tried to kill him at Fort Hood in 2009. But when Nidal Hasan faces a firing squad, Lunsford wants to be there f...
Moonshot Funding for Dementia
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In Brief: Research Award Advances AI Project Exploring Human Movement as Language
The post In Brief: Research Award Advances AI Project Exploring Human Movement as Language appeared first on UT News .
UT Celebrates Life of Joe R. Long, Distinguished Alumnus and Transformative Philanthropist
Long, who died Oct. 7 at 96, made a huge impact on multiple colleges at Texas. The post UT Celebrates Life of Joe R. Long, Distinguished Alumnus and Transformative Philanthropist appeared first on UT News ....
Global Growth: Longhorn Parent Reflections
Texas Global’s Take the World by the Horns offers incoming freshmen the opportunity to study abroad during their first semester as Longhorns. The post Global Growth: Longhorn Parent Reflections appeared first on UT News ....
Trump rallies in San Antonio for Senate candidate Ken Paxton in tight Texas race
President Donald Trump returned to Texas for a rally in San Antonio backing U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton, as Republicans work to hold on to a Senate seat in...
Kerrville flood survivors to meet with lawmakers to demand answers, discuss safety changes
KERRVILLE, Texas - Survivors of last summer's catastrophic Kerrville floods are coming together for a community roundtable with local lawmakers.The event, held at 11 a.m. at the Kerrville Community Center, brings togethe...
POLL: Who wins the Red River Rivalry?
Texas and Oklahoma meet Saturday in Dallas for the 122nd edition of the Red River Rivalry, one of college football's oldest and most heated matchups.Kickoff is...
How Long Have Texas and Oklahoma Been Playing Football?
Team names, Oklahoma statehood, control of malaria, mandatory helmets, the forward pass, four downs — all these came AFTER the first Texas-OU game. The post How Long Have Texas and Oklahoma Been Playing Football? appeared first on UT News ....
How Smokey the Cannon became a Texas Longhorns game-day tradition ahead of OU showdown
The boom that punctuates Texas Longhorns touchdowns and quarter changes is headed back to where it all began.Smokey the Cannon, a longtime Texas football tradit...
Rep. Castro, Texas veterans call on Paxton to urge Trump to end Iran war
SAN ANTONIO - U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro joined Texas veterans in San Antonio to call on Attorney General Ken Paxton to use his appearance with President Donald Trump to push for an end to the war in Iran.State Rep. Josey...
Claudia Lucchinetti Named Executive Vice President
The post Claudia Lucchinetti Named Executive Vice President appeared first on UT News .
Tropical Storm Isaias forms in the southwestern Gulf, forecast to become a hurricane
Intensification looks likely, and Isaias is forecast to become the first hurricane of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season by Thursday.
Cisco's Jeetu Patel: AI Agents Are Coming, and Data Centers Are a National Security Issue
Jeetu Patel is bullish on AI, especially AI agents. He also thinks the technology brings real national security stakes.Patel is Cisco's president and chief prod...
Williamson County lifts burn ban
Williamson County has lifted its burn ban for unincorporated areas of the county, effective Tuesday morning.County Judge Steve Snell ended the ban at 10:37 a.m....
Longhorn Hellraisers will continue decades-long tradition at Red River Rivalry in Dallas
At any given UT athletics event, there are likely some Longhorn Hellraisers in attendance, unmistakable in their orange and white paint."The Longhorn Hellraiser...
Trump heads to San Antonio to rally support for Ken Paxton in high-stakes Senate race
President Donald Trump is coming to San Antonio this week to rally support for Ken Paxton in what is shaping up as one of the state’s most important political b...
Texas Engineer Joins Effort to Land New Space Academy
The post Texas Engineer Joins Effort to Land New Space Academy appeared first on UT News .
Powering the Next Breakthrough
Dell Med fuels research, technology and discoveries that are redefining the future of cancer treatment. The post Powering the Next Breakthrough appeared first on UT News ....
Judge halts border barrier construction in Big Bend
A judge on Friday blocked further border barrier construction in the Big Bend region, approving an environmental group’s motion for a preliminary injunction....
Heavy rain brings flooding to Marble Falls, LCRA opens dam floodgates
Heavy rainfall across the Hill Country is causing flooding in parts of Marble Falls as the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) opens floodgates to move floodw...
Castro hosts San Antonio hearing on mass deportations, proposed ICE warehouse
SAN ANTONIO — Congressman Joaquin Castro will host a field hearing Friday examining the impact of mass deportations and a proposed ICE warehouse on San Antonio's East Side.The hearing begins at 10 a.m. at the San Antonio...
LCRA opens floodgates at Starcke and Wirtz dams after heavy rainfall
The Lower Colorado River Authority opened a floodgate at Starcke Damand Wirtz Dam early Friday to pass floodwater from the Llano River downstream.Flows below t...
Officials watching Llano River for potential flooding overnight
The Llano River is projected to reach flood stage, and up to around 16 feet, in the early morning hours Friday, Oct. 2.
Jia Leo Li Selected as a 2026 Moore Foundation Experimental Physics Investigator
Selected among only 21 scientists nationwide, Li will be exploring quantum phenomena in atomically thin materials. The post Jia Leo Li Selected as a 2026 Moore Foundation Experimental Physics Investigator appeared first on UT News ....
Man who allegedly threatened to "shoot up" Texas Capitol now faces federal gun charges
The U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas announced Thursday that a Bexar County man accused of making threats to the Texas State Capitol is now facin...
POLL: Are you seeing rain this morning?
Rain is moving into Central Texas on Thursday morning, with a Flood Watch in effect for most of the region through Friday night.The biggest flood threat is expe...
Man shot by ICE officer to remain in custody, judge says criminal prosecution can continue
During the hearing, the Venezuelan man appeared in a wheelchair with his left arm in a sling, as his attorneys confirmed a bullet remains in his back.
September on the Forty Acres
As September winds down, the Forty Acres has plenty to celebrate. The post September on the Forty Acres appeared first on UT News .
Heaviest rain, biggest flood threat expected Thursday night in Central Texas
THIS FORECAST IS FROM THURSDAY, SEPT. 30. CHECK OUT THE LATEST FORECAST HERE.A Flood Watch is in effect for most of Central Texas through Friday night, with the...
Central Texas animal shelters seek temporary fosters ahead of heavy rain
Two Central Texas animal shelters are asking the community to take dogs home temporarily as heavy rain and possible flooding approach the region this week.Austi...
Affidavit: Man charged in Wells Branch killings said women pulled guns on him
A Mississippi man charged with capital murder in the shooting deaths of two women at a Wells Branch-area apartment told detectives the women pointed guns at him...
Flooding, massive hole close busy San Antonio intersection
SAN ANTONIO - The intersection of Wurzbach and Blanco is shut down right now because of this.Jacque Pena shared this video with us of water flooding the intersection around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday.This is what it looks like n...
U.S. 290 could see major expansion as Central Texas continues to grow
If you drive U.S. 290, you know how quickly traffic can back up, especially during peak travel times. A proposed expansion could change the way drivers move thr...
Abbott warns Central Texans of possible heavy rain, flooding ahead of ACL's first weekend
State leaders are urging Central Texans to prepare for the possibility of significant flooding later this week as a weather system approaches the region just da...
Helping Communities Weather the Storm
Through innovation, UT researchers are transforming hurricane forecasting into life-saving action. The post Helping Communities Weather the Storm appeared first on UT News ....
New coalition to release records, seek pause on Texas data center water deals
A new statewide coalition is set to launch at the Texas Capitol this morning, saying it plans to release public records it believes raise questions about how wa...
No. 1 Texas wins first Road Test of Season against Tennessee
No. 1 Texas heads into its first road test of the season Saturday as the Longhorns travel to Tennessee for their first trip to Neyland Stadium in Knoxville.Texa...
Hays County declares Sept. 25, 2026 'Dolly Parton Day’ in nod to '9 to 5’
Hays County is working "9 to 5" a little differently Friday, officially declaring Sept. 25, 2026 — or 9/25 — as Dolly Parton Day.
A Texas girl’s Disney dream brings hope amid cancer fight
A 7-year-old Texas girl battling rare bone cancer is waiting on a Disney cruise wish, giving her something joyful to look forward to beyond treatment.
Talarico offers Paxton a ‘home-turf’ debate on Fox News
Talarico challenged Paxton to a Fox News debate, saying he is willing to face his Republican opponent on “his home turf.”
2 UT Faculty Selected for Inaugural Cohort of Navy Research Fellows
Two researchers from UT were recently selected for a new initiative connecting top academic researchers with the Navy and Marine Corps’ most pressing science and technology challenges. The post 2 UT Faculty Selected for Inaugural Cohort of Navy Research Fellows appeared first on ...
Nursing home worker indicted, accused of stealing $16,000 from resident
A woman accused of stealing more than $16,000 from a resident at the nursing home where she worked was indicted.A Randall County grand jury indictedNaomi Robyn...
Appeals court rejects finding that Texas death row inmate Melissa Lucio is innocent
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals on Thursday rejected a lower court’s finding that death row inmate Melissa Lucio is innocent of the 2008 death of her 2-year...
Pflugerville lifts water conservation request after overnight plant repairs
Pflugerville water customers can resume normal water use after crews finished "urgent repairs" at the city's water treatment plant Thursday morning, city offici...
Athena’s rescued baby owl released back into the wild at LBJ Wildflower Center
It’s the moment many of us have been waiting months to see.The surviving owlet of Athena, the well-known great horned owl at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Ce...
Elizabeth Holmes scheduled to move to halfway house in August 2027 - ABC News
Elizabeth Holmes scheduled to move to halfway house in August 2027 ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
'He needs surgery’: Rep. Greg Casar visits Venezuelan man shot by ICE at detention center
U.S. Rep. Greg Casar visited Wilber Rafael Garces Perez at an ICE detention center in Pearsall on Wednesday for a congressional welfare check, three days after...
Federal immigration agents have shot at least 21 people during Trump's 2nd term - ABC News
Federal immigration agents have shot at least 21 people during Trump's 2nd term ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Hondo man sentenced after armed trip toward Washington was stopped
SAN ANTONIO — A Hondo man who set out for Washington, D.C., with guns, ammunition and plans to violently overthrow the government has been sentenced to more than two years in federal prison.Jay Anthony Villarreal, 25, wa...
What to know about a Venezuelan man shot by an ICE officer in Texas - Oregon Public Broadcasting
What to know about a Venezuelan man shot by an ICE officer in Texas Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB
The Tower Restoration: Facts and Figures
Take a look at the current progress of the UT Tower restoration. The post The Tower Restoration: Facts and Figures appeared first on UT News .
Alumni Exhibit Marks 60 Years of UT’s Photography Program
What Russell Lee began in 1966 has blossomed into a multimedia powerhouse in visual art. The post Alumni Exhibit Marks 60 Years of UT’s Photography Program appeared first on UT News ....
Man shot by ICE officer is in custody at Pearsall facility, law enforcement source says
The man was taken to a local trauma center in serious but stable condition.
Arch Manning, teammates visit cancer patients at Texas Children's
Texas quarterback and Heisman Trophy frontrunner Arch Manning and teammates will visit pediatric cancer patients at Texas Children's Sunday morning.This visit...
POLL: Which team do you think will win tonight? Longhorns or Roadrunners?
It's officially game night. The UT Longhorns will play the UTSA Roadrunners tonight at DKR at 7 p.m.We want to hear from you: Which team do you think will win...
Hays County officials, APD bomb squad respond after suspected explosive materials found
Several agencies responded Thursday after finding suspected explosive material on a property in between Fischer and Wimberley.At approximately 8:30 a.m., the H...
Caldwell County deputies investigate skeletal remains found outside Luling
The Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office says skeletal remains were recently found outside Luling, renewing attention on the nearly six-year disappearance of Texas...
POLL: When do you think we'll see our last triple-digit day?
Central Texas is enduring one of its hottest Septembers on record. Despite a brief break from triple digits Thursday, meteorologists say the heat is far from ov...
Texas freezes installation of Flock cameras along state roads
At Gov. Greg Abbott’s direction, the Texas Department of Transportation has stopped issuing permits allowing Flock cameras and other automated license plate rea...
VIDEO: Garrison Hall’s Centennial
The home of UT's History Department is 100 years old. Preservationist Kim Barker explains one of the Forty Acres' most iconic buildings. The post VIDEO: Garrison Hall’s Centennial appeared first on UT News ....
Record-breaking heat wave slams the South: Latest forecast - ABC News
Record-breaking heat wave slams the South: Latest forecast ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
POLL: Are you concerned about the Texas power grid?
As temperatures in Central Texas remain high, the reliability of the state's power grid remains a concern.The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), has...
Family of Tierra Walker sues Texas AG, doctors over abortion denial and death
Nearly two years after Tierra Walker died of complications from her pregnancy, her relatives have filed a lawsuit against the Texas attorney general, medical re...
Lawsuit accuses former Burnet County jail officer of sexually assaulting detainee
A woman formerly held at the Burnet County Jail has filed a federal lawsuit accusing a detention officer of sexually assaulting her while she was in custody and...
Man charged with murder in May CaJJun Eats shooting that left 1 dead, 4 injured
A man has been charged with murder in connection with a May shooting at Down South CaJJun Eats that left one person dead and four others injured, according to c...
Where is fall? September heat wave continues
We are a few weeks into meteorological fall, and decorations are already going up, with some even thinking about Christmas decorations already. Somebody needs t...
2026 Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Symposium Brings Together University and Industry Leaders
This year’s event invited University leadership, alumni and industry partners to discuss the future of energy globally. The post 2026 Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Symposium Brings Together University and Industry Leaders appeared first on UT News ....
Arch Manning apologizes for response to fake AI-generated video depicting Holly Rowe being slapped - ABC News
Arch Manning apologizes for response to fake AI-generated video depicting Holly Rowe being slapped ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Second mosquito sample in Buda tests positive for West Nile virus
A second mosquito trap sample collected in Buda has tested positive for West Nile virus, Hays County Development Services said.The county's Mosquito Surveillanc...
As ‘2nd Quantum Revolution’ Arrives, University of Texas Researchers Stand Ready
From solving specialized problems in quantum computing and developing sensors to training the next generation of quantum researchers, UT experts are meeting the moment. The post As ‘2nd Quantum Revolution’ Arrives, University of Texas Researchers Stand Ready appeared first on UT ...
Kerr County flood survivors press Cruz for FEMA Individual Assistance
Kerr County flood survivors plan to take their push for federal help to Sen. Ted Cruz’s San Antonio office at 11 a.m. this morning, saying families affected by...
Meet the Longhorn Who Kicked His Way to $1.2 Million at College GameDay
Freshman Connor Kacena-Merrell took home the cash prize from Pat McAfee’s “College GameDay” kicking contest. The post Meet the Longhorn Who Kicked His Way to $1.2 Million at College GameDay appeared first on UT News ....
Arch Manning issues apology following "insensitive" response to AI video
Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning issued an apology Tuesday following backlash for laughing at an AI-generated video depicting head coach Steve Sarkisian...
Ryan Day calls Ohio State’s Texas collapse ‘maddening’ as sixth-ranked Buckeyes seek quick fixes - KWKT
Ryan Day calls Ohio State’s Texas collapse ‘maddening’ as sixth-ranked Buckeyes seek quick fixes KWKT - FOX 44
Texas is no. 1 in the AP poll; longtime fans have 'high hopes' for season success
Texas is atop the AP rankings after comeback win over previous AP No. 1 Ohio State Saturday night.
Cary Granat Appointed Dean of Moody College of Communication
The post Cary Granat Appointed Dean of Moody College of Communication appeared first on UT News .
Big Bend landowners sue to halt border construction plans
A coalition of Big Bend landowners filed a federal lawsuit Monday seeking to stop planned border construction in the region.
Leander teen awarded $50,000 scholarship for supermassive black hole research
LEANDER, Texas — A 17-year-old from Leander has received a $50,000 Davidson Fellows Scholarship for developing a new way to study the growth of supermassive bla...
New Low-Waste Chemistry Method Breaks Down Tough-to-Recycle Plastics
The method could help create plastic products with the best of both worlds by combining durability with an eco-friendly life cycle. The post New Low-Waste Chemistry Method Breaks Down Tough-to-Recycle Plastics appeared first on UT News ....
The hidden workforce behind Texas' data center boom
Before artificial intelligence can answer questions or power applications, someone has to build, wire and power the infrastructure that makes it possible.“There...
Longhorn fans brave heat to tailgate ahead of Texas-Ohio State game at DKR Stadium
Longhorn fans packed the Forty Acres hours before Texas’ Saturday night game against Ohio State, braving a hot, sunny day to tailgate outside Darrell K Royal-Te...
Texas flips the script on Ohio State with fourth-quarter rally
Before a sold-out crowd and under triple-digit heat, Texas outscored Ohio State 21-0 in the fourth quarter Saturday night to win 24-23 at Darrell K Royal-Texas...
Texas Republicans claim credit for tax cuts, blame Democrats for high prices
**Headline shortened due to character limitsDALLAS — Onstage at the GOP midterm convention, Texas Republicans’ message on the economy was split between two trac...
Up From the Ashes
With the Oplontis Project, art history professor John R. Clarke and alumnus Michael L. Thomas teamed up to bring another victim of Vesuvius back to life. The post Up From the Ashes appeared first on UT News ....
POLL: Which team do you think will win tomorrow? Longhorns or Buckeyes?
It's officially game week. No. 4 Texas hosts No. 1 Ohio State Saturday night at DKR in one of the biggest matchups of the season.We want to hear from you: Which...
Texas judge: Alaskan surrogate does not have custody over child she birthed in Dallas
A Texas judge has ruled against an Alaskan surrogate in her bid to obtain custody over a medically fragile baby she birthed in Dallas.
Tackling the Tower
Hats off to Texas Cowboy Corbin Robertson for his efforts to raise funds for our Tower. The post Tackling the Tower appeared first on UT News .
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Water main break in Hutto causes discolored water
Public Works crews are working to repair a water main break in Hutto that is causing discolored water in the area, city officials said Wednesday evening....
SeatGeek listing tops $42,000 as Texas-Ohio State tickets soar ahead of Saturday
Tickets for a coveted seat in DKR this Saturday won't come cheap as Texas prepares to host Ohio State.As of today, Wednesday, Sept. 9, ticket prices on SeatGeek...
Fans call for more heat resources at Texas Football games
Fans braved triple-digit heat to watch Texas Football's home opener against Texas State last Saturday, but conditions became dangerous for some.
Homicide investigation underway after person found dead in Williamson County neighborhood
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas— The Williamson County Sheriff's Office Deputies are investigating after finding a person dead in a Williamson County neighborhood Frid...
Arch Manning throws four TD passes and No. 5 Texas eases past Texas State in season opener 59-7 - ABC News
Arch Manning throws four TD passes and No. 5 Texas eases past Texas State in season opener 59-7 ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Longhorns, Bobcats Kick Off First Matchup Since 1930
The long-awaited rematch between teams that first went head-to-head 96 years ago kicks off today.Texas hosts the Bobcats at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadi...
DPS pauses new Flock camera installations after Abbott funding clarification
Texas Department of Public Safety officials say they have paused the installation of additional Flock license-plate reader cameras statewide after Governor Greg...
UT unveils new football training complex ahead of season opener vs. Texas State
The University of Texas unveiled its new football training complex Friday, a facility that officials and coaches said will help elevate a program already among...
Dozens of animals rescued from flooded East Texas shelter now need foster homes
Rescuers rushed to save dozens of animals after flooding from Tropical Storm Edouard severely damaged a small shelter in Livingston, Texas...
Feds launch probe into Tesla's deployment of Cybercab vehicles with no brakes and steering wheels - ABC News
Feds launch probe into Tesla's deployment of Cybercab vehicles with no brakes and steering wheels ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Longhorns take on Texas State on Saturday in their first home game of the season
A central Texas college football showdown nearly a century in the making is coming to DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday when the Longhorns take on Texas St...
The Tower – A Labor Day Special
This Labor Day, we celebrate the people who toiled low and high — very high — to build the University’s iconic landmark. The post The Tower – A Labor Day Special appeared first on UT News ....
After Abbott’s order limiting Flock cameras, DPS to continue using surveillance network
*Editor's Note: This story's headline has been shortened for length purposes.Gov. Greg Abbott has blocked state agencies from spending money on Flock cameras, b...
Bat Fest, Free Sundays at the Bullock, and more to do this Labor Day Weekend
Before you hear, "Mom, what are we doing this weekend?" we've got you covered. Here's a few things you can do with the family, including lots of free fun, in th...
State Department targets 'birth tourism’ as questions remain over scope, visa revocations
The U.S. Department of State has launched a task force to investigate “birth tourism,” as officials argue some people are committing visa fraud by traveling to...
Finding Purpose Through Service
A recent graduate of the College of Liberal Arts spent a year abroad supporting local revitalization efforts – and then created a similar program on the Forty Acres. The post Finding Purpose Through Service appeared first on UT News ....
Landspout or Dust Devil in Georgetown? Breaking Down the Science
If you were driving around Round Rock and Georgetown Wednesday, you may have had some crazy sights to see. A large swirling vortex was spotted picking up dust a...
Why Is Burnt Orange Our Color?
The journey to the well-known burnt orange and white has a long and winding history. The post Why Is Burnt Orange Our Color? appeared first on UT News ....
Federal Disaster Declaration approved for recent Texas flooding
President Trump has approved federal disaster assistance for the recent flooding in Texas, Governor Abbott announced on Thursday.The assistance is part of a Ma...
In a rare move, Gov. Greg Abbott defends Medicaid funding for Texas
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is doubling down on the state’s fight to recover nearly $10 billion in Medicaid funding that the Trump administration is withholding from...
Fall has arrived, any heat relief in sight?
Well, we’ve finally made it! Fall has arrived! That means everyone else who lives to the north of Dallas will start to see the beautiful colors of the leaves fa...
Technology could cut water usage by data centers. Will it be required by Texas law?
Some Texas lawmakers have suggested plans to move toward new regulations aimed at reducing how much water data centers use as the industry rapidly expands acros...
Fort Worth man charged with threatening to kill U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico
A Fort Worth man is facing a criminal charge after investigators say he sent multiple violent threats to Texas state Rep. and Democratic U.S. Senate candidate J...
Most Children Rebounded After COVID-19 Disruptions, Study Finds
Long-term research finds most children recovered from the effects of the pandemic, with lasting challenges concentrated among those already facing hardships. The post Most Children Rebounded After COVID-19 Disruptions, Study Finds appeared first on UT News ....
Conversation continues around perception, desire for Flock Safety cameras
A growing backlash against license plate reader cameras in Central Texas reached a turning point in Bastrop, where city leaders moved to immediately cover its F...
Death penalty still undecided for mother accused of killing 2 children
SAN ANTONIO - Prosecutors have not yet decided whether they will seek the death penalty against a mother accused of killing her two young children and leaving their bodies inside a burning SUV.Marlene Vidal appeared befo...
Edouard continues to send heavy rain to eastern Texas as a Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm Edouard has weakened to a tropical depression after making landfall near Johnson Bayou, Louisiana on Tuesday, along the Texas-Louisiana border....
Lawmakers question lack of information about water usage by data centers
Texas state senators pushed for answers about the impacts of water usage by data centers across the state during a hearing on Tuesday. State agencies described...
UT, Then and Now
What was UT in the mid-1930s, when its iconic Tower was built, and what is it today? The post UT, Then and Now appeared first on UT News .
Abbott launches Project Watershed 250 to bolster Texas water systems against cyberattacks
Texas is launching a new effort aimed at protecting water and wastewater systems from cyberattacks, with state leaders warning that utilities face repeated thre...
Texas Senate committee to hear testimony on data centers’ water use, transparency
Texas lawmakers are set to take a closer look at how data centers could affect the water Texans use, and what they pay for it.The Senate Water, Agriculture and...
Tropical Storm Edouard heads toward Texas-Louisiana coast
The storm is expected to make landfall Tuesday.
Gubernatorial nominee Gina Hinojosa holds press conference on Texas data centers
Gina Hinojosa, Democratic candidate for Texas governor, held a Monday press conference spotlighting data centers, urging Gov. Greg Abbott to pause new projects until lawmakers set rules....
Tropical system is organizing in the Gulf, but the Texas impact zone is narrowing
A tropical depression or tropical storm could form before reaching the Upper Texas Coast.
Federal government allows return of U.S. citizen deported after stop in Fredericksburg
**Headline shortened due to character limitsA 25-year-old man from Central Texas who was deported to Mexico despite insisting he was an American citizen returne...
Plan to cut number of polling sites in a major Texas county draws protests as Senate race looms - ABC News
Plan to cut number of polling sites in a major Texas county draws protests as Senate race looms ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Attorney says inmate’s escape charge stems from Hays County Jail failures
The attorney for a man accused of escaping from the Hays County Jail last month says the charge is an attempt to divert attention from what he calls the jail’s...
Gov. Abbott blocks state agencies from spending money on Flock cameras
Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered all state agencies to pause funding for Flock cameras as scrutiny over the AI-powered surveillance devices has mounted.The order ca...
UT To Lead NSF Center That Will Study How Robots and People Learn To Live and Work Together
A 5-Year Collaboration Between 6 Universities and Industry Partners Will Place Assistive Robots in Everyday Human Environments. The post UT To Lead NSF Center That Will Study How Robots and People Learn To Live and Work Together appeared first on UT News ....
‘She wanted to be a big star’: Ray Benson reflects on friendship with Dolly Parton
The Asleep at the Wheel frontman shared how the two collaborated musically and even starred on the silver screen together.
Dolly Parton, one of country music's most singular performers, has died at age 80
The artist was a star performer in country music and went on to become one of the genre's most recognizable and universally adored ambassadors to broader popular culture....
Strengthening U.S. Industrial Independence
UT’s vibrant startup pipeline supports manufacturing at home. The post Strengthening U.S. Industrial Independence appeared first on UT News .