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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By Austin News | May 12, 2024

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

Travis County home sales in week ending May 4

By Austin News | May 11, 2024

There were 60 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending May 4, according to BlockShopper.com.

Home sales during week ending May 4 in Williamson County

By Austin News | May 11, 2024

There were 76 reported residential sales in Williamson County in the week ending May 4, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Austin News area weekly mass times

By Austin News | May 11, 2024

The following parishes in the Austin News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Honoring the spirit of motherhood: The story of Jane Wilkinson Long

By Austin News | May 10, 2024

Mother’s Day serves as a tribute to the remarkable women who shape our lives with their love, guidance, and unwavering support. The invaluable role mothers play in society is immeasurable. They devote themselves wholeheartedly to their families’ well-being, often rising before dawn to prepare breakfast, juggling the demands of a career, and offering late-night words of encouragement. Like the sturdy oaks that grace Texas’ landscape, they weather the winds of change and provide strong roots to anchor their family.

Senate passes bill to award Congressional Gold Medal to 'Dustoff' crews

By Austin News | May 10, 2024

On May 10, 2024, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) announced that their legislation, cosponsored by 69 of their Senate colleagues, had passed the Senate. The bill aims to award a group of Vietnam War veterans known as “Dustoff Crews” with the Congressional Gold Medal.

Report: Jewish left-wing activist Soros funding tent city at University of Texas, Austin

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

Pro-Palestine protests at University of Texas, Austin is one of several demonstrations on college campuses across the country, with student groups organizing encampments, protests, and demonstrations at their schools in an attempt to force the universities and colleges to divulge and divest from any connections that benefit Israel.

Senate passes bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has expressed his approval for the Senate's passage of the bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at enhancing safety and convenience in travel for Texans and consumers nationwide.

Senator Cornyn supports FAA reauthorization bill: A major win for Texas

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

On May 9, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) expressed his support for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill on the Senate floor. The bill includes a variety of reforms aimed at enhancing public safety, efficiency, and consumer confidence. Additionally, it allows for a direct flight route from San Antonio, Texas to Washington, D.C.

Senate passes bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024: Ted Cruz

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has commended the Senate's passage of the bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, a comprehensive legislation aimed at enhancing safety and convenience in travel for Texans and consumers nationwide.

Senate passes bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has lauded the Senate's passage of the bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which includes key provisions aimed at enhancing safety and convenience for travelers nationwide.

Bill proposed to revoke aid for student protestors breaking law

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), both members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, along with several of their Republican colleagues, have introduced a bill named the No Higher education Assistance for Mobs of Antisemitic and terrorist sympathizing Students (No HAMAS) Act. This legislation is a direct response to the unlawful anti-Semitic, pro-Hamas encampments and riots that have been occurring on college campuses across the nation.

Texas Department of Public Safety

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) congratulated the winners of the 12th annual Top Trooper Competition held in April at DPS' Tactical Training Facility in Florence. The winners were Top male Trooper Trevor Topper from Archer City and Top female Trooper Melanie Moreno from Alice. This competition honors fallen Trooper Javier Arana, Jr., who participated in the inaugural event in 2012. The contest tested Troopers on driving and firearms skills, physical conditioning, endurance, and job knowledge over nine events. Director Steven McCraw stated, "The Texas Department of...

Senators urge USPS to pause planned changes pending regulatory study

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

On May 9, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and 26 of his bipartisan Senate colleagues sent a letter to Postmaster General DeJoy and the U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors. The correspondence urged them to halt the planned changes to the USPS processing and delivery network until potential impacts are studied by the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) and addressed by the Postal Service.

Senator Cornyn discusses Pharr International Bridge expansion with city officials

By Austin News | May 9, 2024

On May 9, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) convened a meeting with City of Pharr officials, including Commissioner Ricardo Medina, City Manager Jonathan Flores, and Assistant City Manager Cynthia Reyes. The focus of the discussion was the Pharr International Bridge expansion project and the significance of infrastructure enhancements for cross-border trade.

Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) Criticizes Biden Administration Over Immigration and DACA Reform

By Austin News | May 8, 2024

In the Senate Judiciary Committee today, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) criticized the Biden administration for mishandling immigration policies and reforms, particularly regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. According to Sen. Cornyn, the administration's failure to secure the border and enforce existing laws has exacerbated the situation. He expressed his concerns, stating: