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Austin police say Derek Gillespie, 49, was arrested this week and charged with possessing prohibited explosive devices.
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Government sources say that for the last six weeks, they’ve been ordered not to release undocumented children in federal custody to their parents and relatives. -
The Sing Me a Song Foundation gives children in need a chance to write stories that are turned into music. In "Simon Sings," an Austin boy's friends help him try to figure out who’s slowly stealing his skills. -
The city and the Austin Firefighters Association agreed to a tentative deal back in October, before firefighters backed out of the agreement. Now, they've passed a contract with a new schedule that aims to boost recruitment. -
Samuel Grey Horse lost his home to a fire at the start of the year. Then, in November, one of his horses died. Despite his personal challenges, Grey Horse is still dressing up like Santa and spreading joy this Christmas season. -
The closure of Faubion Elementary is expected to take place before the 2026-27 school year. The school was projected to fall to 26% capacity next school year. -
From Trudy's last remaining location to Jim-Jim's Water-Ice, here are 10 places that called it quits this year. Some cited rising costs and tariffs as reasons for their closure, while others noted competition from national retailers and businesses with more capital flooding the market made it hard to continue operating. -
Texas Majority PAC and the Texas Democratic Party recruited 104 candidates to fill uncontested races. Gov. Greg Abbott’s strategist said it amounts to a gimmick “if they don’t back it up with serious resources.” -
The annual event welcomes birders of all skill levels and helps regions track how growth is impacting bird populations.
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