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Senator Cornyn Calls for Policy Changes in Response to Border Crisis

By Austin News | Nov 29, 2023

On November 29, 2023, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) delivered remarks on the floor of the Senate, emphasizing the urgent need for substantive policy changes to address the ongoing crisis at the southern border. Senator Cornyn's comments came after a key international bridge in Eagle Pass was closed to allow Customs and Border Patrol officers to handle another influx of migrants.In his speech, Senator Cornyn highlighted the longstanding challenges posed by illegal immigration and drug smuggling along the 1,200-mile border with Mexico. He expressed frustration with the...

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Cornyn: Punishing Law-Abiding Citizens Won’t Reduce Violent Crime

By Austin News | Nov 28, 2023

Today in the Senate Judiciary Committee, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) criticized the efforts of Democrats to punish law-abiding gun owners under the guise of public health. Speaking as the Ranking Member, Cornyn emphasized the importance of effective criminal law enforcement in reducing firearm-related homicides and assaults."We have a trust issue and a constitutional issue when we use the public health approach to attempt to strip away core constitutional rights," Cornyn stated. He argued that empowering law enforcement to selectively investigate and prosecute repeat...

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Governor Abbott Appoints Salazar To Lone Star Workforce Of The Future Fund Advisory Board

By Austin News | Nov 28, 2023

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Manny Salazar to the Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund Advisory Board for a term set to expire on September 1, 2025. The Advisory Board was created by HB 1755 during the 88th Legislative Session to make recommendations to the Texas Workforce Commission on awarding grants from the Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund.Manny Salazar of Kingsville is president and CEO of the Kingsville Chamber of Commerce and Greater Kingsville Economic Development Council. He is a member of the USS Kingsville Commissioning Committee, Kleberg County...

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Governor Abbott Announces Hidalgo Music Friendly Texas Community Workshop

By Austin News | Nov 28, 2023

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Music Office (TMO), in collaboration with the City of Hidalgo and the Hidalgo Economic Development Corporation, will be hosting a virtual Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on December 5th. The workshop aims to promote the growth of the music industry in Hidalgo and provide local communities with the tools needed to succeed.In a statement, Governor Abbott highlighted the importance of music to the Texas brand and local economies. He expressed his gratitude to the Texas Music Office for their efforts in helping...

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Net Zero Heroes: Himadri Patel & Niki Mungcharoen

By Austin News Report | Nov 28, 2023

We’re helping to make Austin Net-Zero by riding the bus or walking instead of driving whenever possible.

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City Manager Announces Creation of Homeless Strategy Office

By Austin News Report | Nov 27, 2023

The Homeless Strategy Division, currently under Austin Public Health, will transition to a stand-alone office reporting directly to the City Manager’s Office.

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Cornyn Reiterates Call for Border Policy Changes in National Security Supplemental

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) has emphasized the need for significant border policy changes in any national security supplemental funding bill. Speaking on the Senate floor, Sen. Cornyn discussed the Senate's busy end-of-year agenda and stressed the importance of addressing the ongoing border crisis.One of the key items on the Senate's to-do list is the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act, a bill that has been approved for 62 consecutive years. Sen. Cornyn highlighted the urgency of getting this legislation passed.Additionally, Sen. Cornyn...

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Austin's Housing Landscape Undergoes Unprecedented Transformation

By Austin News Report | Nov 27, 2023

City of Austin Releases New Demographic Story Map Focusing on a Decade of Housing Changes.

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Governor Abbott Skydives With 106-Year-Old WWII Veteran

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

Governor Greg Abbott of Texas participated in a skydiving jump with 106-year-old World War II veteran Al Blaschke to pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of U.S. military veterans. The jump took place at Skydive Spaceland San Marcos, where the Governor and Mr. Blaschke were flown in a de Havilland DHC-6-200-Twin Otter aircraft and jumped from 8,500 feet. This marked Governor Abbott's first skydiving experience.In a press release, Governor Abbott expressed his gratitude towards the brave men and women who have served the nation, saying, "Texans and Americans owe so...

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Holly Springs High School standout Kadin Shedrick’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Sunday, November 26

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The game took place in Austin, Texas.

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On Sunday, November 26, former PSAT Academy standout Devon Pryor’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The Texas Longhorns won 86-63 in their NCAA D1 game against the Wyoming Cowboys on Sunday, November 26.

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Brock Cunningham and Preston Clark, former Westlake High School standouts, played on Sunday, November 26 in NCAA D1 game

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The Texas Longhorns won 86-63 in their NCAA D1 game against the Wyoming Cowboys on Sunday, November 26.

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John Jay High School standout Ze'Rik Onyema’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Sunday, November 26

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The Texas Longhorns won 86-63 in their NCAA D1 game against the Wyoming Cowboys on Sunday, November 26.

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Roselle Catholic High School standout Ithiel Horton’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Sunday, November 26

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The game took place in Austin, Texas.

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On Sunday, November 26, former Mansfield Timberview High School standout Chendall Weaver’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The Texas Longhorns won 86-63 in their NCAA D1 game against the Wyoming Cowboys on Sunday, November 26.

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Gavin Perryman and Max Abmas, former Jesuit College Prep School standouts, played on Sunday, November 26 in NCAA D1 game

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The Texas Longhorns won 86-63 in their NCAA D1 game against the Wyoming Cowboys on Sunday, November 26.

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On Sunday, November 26, former Mckinney High School standout Alex Anamekwe’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The game took place in Austin, Texas.

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On Sunday, November 26, Northfield Mount Hermon School standout Cole Bott competed in NCAA D1 game

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The Texas Longhorns won 86-63 in their NCAA D1 game against the Wyoming Cowboys on Sunday, November 26.

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Hendrickson High School standout Dylan Disu’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Sunday, November 26

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The game took place in Austin, Texas.

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On Sunday, November 26, Duncanville High School standout Jackson Prince competed in NCAA D1 game

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2023

The game took place in Austin, Texas.