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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Austin, Texas, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 2,996 stories have been published about Austin, Texas which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Austin, Texas, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 2,996 stories have been published about Austin, Texas which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.
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Austin, Texas · AustinSenate Bill 12 would impose a $10,000 fine on business owners who host drag shows in front of children. The bill defines a sexually oriented performance as one in which someone is naked or in drag. Supporters say the legislation is needed to protect children from sexually explicit materials.
Performers, business owners and parents voice opposition to drag show restrictions at Texas Senate committee hearing
Coverage: 2 sources
Austin, Texas · AustinFormer President Donald Trump will hold his first campaign rally ahead of the 2024 election in Waco Saturday. Trump is expected to speak around 5 p.m. Saturday. A Manhattan grand jury is deciding whether to indict Trump over the alleged payment of hush money to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Trump remains ‘well liked’ by Texas Republicans, Texas Politics Project poll says
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Sex Life · AustinSenate Bill 8 would ban lessons about sexual orientation and gender identity in public schools up to 12th grade. Opponents say the legislation would violate constitutional free speech protections. Supporters say the bill is needed to expand the rights of parents. The bill is part of the GOP's broader push to expand parental rights this legislative session.
LGBTQ groups criticize Texas bill’s broad restrictions on school lessons and activities about sexuality and gender identity
Coverage: 2 sources
Austin, Texas · AustinThe Texas Longhorns are riding an 11-game winning streak into the Big 12 Conference opening series against Texas Tech. The Red Raiders are 18-4 on the season and ranked No. 14 in the D1Baseball.com national poll. First pitch is set for 6:30 p.m. Friday at UFCU Disch-Falk Field.
Longhorns baseball on 11-game tear going into Big 12 opening series vs. Texas Tech
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Austin, Texas · AustinThe Austin Parks and Recreation Department will soon add new automated parking pay stations to Zilker Park. Parking lots near Stratford Road and the South Barton Springs Pool lot near Azie Morton Road will now have pay stations like the rest of the park. The automated parking stalls for these areas will be activated on May 1, 2023.
Zilker Park adding new pay stations, increasing prices for parking
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Austin, Texas · AustinSharon Fonvielle-Baughman, the director of special investigations, resigned abruptly. She said the Department of Family and Protective Services has become untenable. DFPS had a turnover rate of 24.0% in fiscal year 2021, one of the highest among state agencies.
In abrupt retirement letter, an investigations director decries Texas’ “untenable” child welfare agency
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Austin, Texas · AustinThe popular farm-fresh Chinese restaurant announced it is opening a second location on North Lamar Boulevard — not far from Uchiko.
Wu Chow is opening a second location in Austin
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Austin, Texas · AustinAustin City Council voted to adopt the Austin Public Library's strategic plan Thursday. The plan includes proposals to both expand existing library branches while building four new locations. The APL Comprehensive Library Strategic and Facilities Plan cited Austin's rapid population growth as cause behind calls for increased library spaces.
Austin Public Library eyes new branches as part of expansion plan
100% Center coverage: 2 sources
