https://westlakenews.org/ https://westlakenews.org/og-image.png Westlake News https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-robbery-3-suspects-accused-of-injuring-7-eleven-employee-stealing-alcohol https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/robbery.jpg Austin robbery: 3 suspects accused of injuring 7-Eleven employee, stealing alcohol The Austin Police Department is asking for help identifying three robbery suspects. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-delays-most-school-boundary-changes-amid-focus-on-budget-academics https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/813/986/0x63/90/b9dc20ca-53fd-48e6-ac56-322de45e348e-Screenshot20260629180825.png Austin ISD delays most school boundary changes amid focus on budget, academics Austin ISD is delaying its plans to update school boundaries after thousands weighed in, shifting its focus instead to budgeting, academics and enrollment.In a https://westlakenews.org/news/supreme-court-ruling-on-mail-in-ballot-timing-highlights-fight-over-texas-mail-i https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/10/67035e5c1a6157.12436372.jpeg?w=900 Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballot timing highlights fight over Texas mail-in law The U.S. Supreme Court upheld Mississippi's mail-ballot grace period Monday, preserving similar election laws in states including Texas. The ruling comes months after Texas lawmakers debated eliminati https://westlakenews.org/news/how-austin-isds-bus-service-changes-could-affect-your-student https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1171/986/5x0/90/595d6bc3-b653-41c6-ae52-e5e870ce2cd4-AISDbus.JPG How Austin ISD's bus service changes could affect your student Austin ISD (AISD) has announced major changes to its school bus services for the 2026-2027 school year. https://westlakenews.org/news/waymo-driverless-cars-are-hunting-for-potholes-in-austin https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/0x324/90/a5701484-90d7-4dcb-b9b4-134cc3e7b445-potholes3.jpg Waymo driverless cars are hunting for potholes in Austin Austin's potholes are more than just a nuisance. They can damage cars and cost taxpayers an average of $1,300 to permanently repair. But now Waymo's self-drivin https://westlakenews.org/news/gillespie-county-deputies-investigate-possible-murder-suicide-after-two-found-de https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/986/986/0x1/90/a8594f12-44fc-465b-a6f9-45caa356efdf-POLICELIGHTS3.png Gillespie County deputies investigate possible murder-suicide after two found dead The Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two people were found dead Monday in what authorities believe may be a murder-suicide.According to https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-adds-humble-atascocitas-jason-johnson-to-2027-recruiting-class https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/GettyImages-2235846020.jpg?w=900 Texas adds Humble Atascocita's Jason Johnson to 2027 recruiting class Jason Johnson, a 3-star recruit from Humble Atascocita, chose the Longhorns over Cal, Louisiana State and Vanderbilt. https://westlakenews.org/news/arkansas-to-move-forward-with-snap-candy-soda-ban-despite-court-order-governor-s https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/arkansas-gettyimages-2246730128.jpg Arkansas to move forward with SNAP candy, soda ban despite court order, governor says Arkansas' ban on using SNAP benefits for some sugary items will go forward this week, despite federal judge's ruling against five other states' similar programs, governor says. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-police-search-for-suspects-in-7-eleven-robbery https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/7-Eleven-robbery-suspects.png?w=900 Austin Police search for suspects in 7-Eleven robbery The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking the community for help in locating three people involved in a May 31 robbery at a 7-Eleven on 411 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. https://westlakenews.org/news/more-than-72m-in-meth-seized-by-cbp-officers-in-south-texas https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/boxes-containing-7047.73-pounds-of-methamphetamine-seized-by-cbp-officers-at-laredo-port-of-entry.jpg More than $72M in meth seized by CBP officers in South Texas U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in South Texas made a massive bust on June 19, seizing more than $72.3 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside two separate cargo shipments. https://westlakenews.org/news/waymo-helps-city-of-austin-detect-potholes https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/waymo-sensors-help-detect-austin-potholes.jpg Waymo helps City of Austin detect potholes Autonomous vehicles are helping City of Austin crews identify road problems. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-dps-deploys-explosive-detection-k-9-teams-to-houston-for-fifa-world-cup-se https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1536/986/0x562/90/991970ba-59b9-4005-a8d1-012c5650299e-HMARyBUWMAAoVEE.jpg Texas DPS deploys explosive detection K-9 teams to Houston for FIFA World Cup security Texas Department of Public Safety explosive detection K-9 teams and their handlers have deployed from Austin to Houston to support security efforts during the F https://westlakenews.org/news/police-seek-suspects-in-central-austin-7-eleven-robbery-that-injured-store-clerk https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/65766364-5880-4bd2-bb23-ba06cfa6ac2b-Untitleddesign22.png Police seek suspects in Central Austin 7-Eleven robbery that injured store clerk Police are asking for the public's help identifying three suspects who robbed a Central Austin 7-Eleven and tackled a store clerk in the early morning hours of https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-announces-34m-astrazeneca-settlement-over-medicaid-scheme https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2267045829.jpg Texas announces $34M AstraZeneca settlement over Medicaid scheme Texas is recovering nearly $34 million from AstraZeneca to settle allegations that the pharmaceutical giant used an illegal kickback scheme to improperly influence Medicaid prescriptions. https://westlakenews.org/news/gracie-the-giraffe-is-back-home-at-her-texas-ranch https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gracie-home.jpg Gracie the giraffe is back home at her Texas ranch A giraffe that escaped from a Hill Country ranch earlier this month is back home. https://westlakenews.org/news/hyundai-recalls-96k-tucson-suvs-as-dashboards-may-go-blank https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/hyundai-tucson-gettyimages-2255830417.jpg Hyundai recalls 96K Tucson SUVs as dashboards may go blank Hyundai recalled nearly 100,000 SUVs over concerns that the instrument panel could reboot while the vehicle was being driven. https://westlakenews.org/news/williamson-county-deadly-crash-driver-of-semi-truck-killed https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/5958869d-video.jpg Williamson County deadly crash: Driver of semi-truck killed Authorities say they're investigating a deadly crash involving a semi-truck that went over the side of an overpass and onto SH 130. https://westlakenews.org/news/ai-is-helping-gas-stations-collude-to-raise-california-fuel-prices-lawsuit-says https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/california-gas-prices.jpg AI is helping gas stations collude to raise California fuel prices, lawsuit says A lawsuit accuses California gas station operators of using artificial intelligence software to illegally coordinate and drive up prices at the pump. https://westlakenews.org/news/central-texas-leaders-warn-ai-driven-layoffs-could-signal-broader-job-losses https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_1226-e1782768294338.jpeg?w=900 Central Texas leaders warn AI-driven layoffs could signal broader job losses After thousands of layoffs tied in part to artificial intelligence, Central Texas leaders are raising concerns about what it could mean for the future of jobs in Austin's booming tech sector. https://westlakenews.org/news/great-horned-owl-rescued-from-south-austin-pool https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1152/986/0x130/90/d13a0fb7-4e21-4b5e-9792-6c8ac8a9939c-731423416_2336032280255737_3032828465884230975_n.jpg Great Horned Owl rescued from South Austin pool Austin park rangers rescued a Great Horned Owl found trapped in a balance tank at Garrison Pool in South Austin, the City of Austin Park Rangers said.The ranger https://westlakenews.org/news/chase-on-i-45-ends-with-officer-involved-shooting https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2021/03/DPS_extra_patrol_0_2461187_ver1.0_640_360.jpg Chase on I-45 ends with officer-involved shooting A chase through several Texas counties Monday ended with an officer-involved shooting. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-parks-and-wildlife-issues-extreme-heat-guide-for-summer-visitors-pets https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2022/06/GettyImages-1328237455.jpg Texas Parks and Wildlife issues extreme heat guide for summer visitors, pets As temperatures and heat indexes soar past 100 degrees this holiday weekend, Texas Parks and Wildlife is urging state park visitors to protect themselves and their pets with these essential heat safet https://westlakenews.org/news/watch-butterflies-swarm-texas-coast-during-mass-migration https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2026/06/butterflies.gif WATCH: Butterflies swarm Texas coast during mass migration A video shows a swarm of butterflies surrounding vehicles crossing Corpus Christi Bay earlier this month. https://westlakenews.org/news/california-man-dosed-sons-daily-with-hallucinogens-ran-psilocybin-operation-pros https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP18337760540761-e1782738548380.jpg?w=900 California man dosed sons daily with hallucinogens, ran psilocybin operation: prosecutors A 43-year-old California man pleaded guilty last week to trafficking psilocybin mushrooms and using his two young sons in the operation after repeatedly dosing them with the hallucinogenic drug, feder https://westlakenews.org/news/california-children-airlifted-to-burn-center-after-roasting-marshmallows-goes-wr https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/isopropyl-alcohol-photo.jpg?w=489 California children airlifted to burn center after roasting marshmallows goes wrong Two children were airlifted to a burn center, and an adult was hospitalized after a backyard gathering in Oceanside went wrong when a small outdoor tabletop fireplace that was being used to roast mars https://westlakenews.org/news/jetblue-flight-reports-striking-drone-while-landing-at-jfk https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/jetblue_dca_110725gn01_w.jpg?w=900 JetBlue flight reports striking drone while landing at JFK A JetBlue Airways pilot reported striking a drone while approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on Monday morning, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). https://westlakenews.org/news/2026-patriot-games-dates-revealed-applications-opened-for-national-high-school-c https://static.fox5dc.com/www.fox5dc.com/content/uploads/2026/05/gettyimages-2217838849.jpg 2026 Patriot Games: Dates revealed, applications opened for national high school competition The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August. https://westlakenews.org/news/guy-fieri-becomes-co-owner-of-nascar-racing-team https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP189058429576-e1703078867768.jpg?w=900 Guy Fieri becomes co-owner of NASCAR racing team A North Carolina racing team is rolling out a new member of its ownership group. https://westlakenews.org/news/body-recovered-from-lake-travis-after-swimmer-goes-missing-friday https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2048/986/0x192/90/742c36b0-3de3-46c4-a77c-5b6f2e818855-Gv_zNSMXoAA4cme.jpg Body recovered from Lake Travis after swimmer goes missing Friday The body of a man was recovered from Lake Travis on Saturday after he went underwater and did not resurface, the Travis County Sheriff's Office said.Deputies wi https://westlakenews.org/news/new-ranking-reveals-americas-most-and-least-educated-cities https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-1241147150-scaled.jpg New ranking reveals America’s most and least educated cities America’s most educated workers aren’t spread evenly across the nation, they cluster in places that offer better job markets, higher wages and better lifestyle rewards for their degrees. https://westlakenews.org/news/former-pac-12-player-of-the-year-joins-texas-softball-coaching-staff https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/02/GettyImages-2206157218.jpg?w=900 Former Pac-12 Player of the Year joins Texas softball coaching staff Freeman joins Southeastern Louisiana's Rick Fremin as an addition to the staff following the departures of Kristen Zaleski and Ehren Earleywin. Zaleski was named the head coach at Utah State, and Earl https://westlakenews.org/news/celebrate-americas-250th-birthday-at-texas-state-parks https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/55298060515_db2bb9d4f0_c.jpg Celebrate America's 250th birthday at Texas State Parks Texas State Parks roll out specialized historic, pioneer, and patriotic programming across the state for the nation's Semiquincentennial celebration. https://westlakenews.org/news/1-dead-after-semi-truck-falls-off-overpass-shuts-down-sh-130 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_2451.jpg?w=900 1 dead after semi-truck falls off overpass, shuts down SH 130 The driver of a semi-truck is dead after the vehicle fell off an overpass onto State Highway 130 in Williamson County on Monday, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. https://westlakenews.org/news/driver-dead-after-crash-sends-semi-truck-off-overpass-onto-sh-130 https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/4000/986/0x1/90/ce68c453-23c7-4c7f-a0b7-80a89c96082f-1000038788.jpg Driver dead after crash sends semi-truck off overpass onto SH 130 One person is dead and three others were hospitalized after an Audi SUV struck an 18-wheeler, sending the semi-truck off an overpass onto State Highway 130 in W https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-is-using-waymo-av-data-to-target-pothole-repairs https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/waymo-pothole-2.png?w=900 Austin is using Waymo AV data to target pothole repairs Waymo is using its autonomous vehicles to feed real-time data back to the City of Austin to address street conditions and fix problem areas. https://westlakenews.org/news/july-4th-capmetro-to-waive-evening-fares https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2023/06/06-09-23_austin-stockphotos_Julius-Shieh_IMG_5868.jpeg July 4th: CapMetro to waive evening fares CapMetro will be suspending evening fares on July 4th to help Central Texans celebrate Independence Day. https://westlakenews.org/news/person-drowns-at-lake-travis-game-wardens https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/IMG_9611.jpg?w=900 Person drowns at Lake Travis: Game wardens Wardens responded to at least six "water-related fatalities and emergencies" in Texas on June 27. https://westlakenews.org/news/american-pride-reaches-lowest-level-in-quarter-century-poll-finds https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/american-pride-getty-scaled.jpg American pride reaches lowest level in quarter century, poll finds As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-slows-boundary-plan-pushes-some-changes-to-2027-28-school-year https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AISD.jpg?w=900 Austin ISD slows boundary plan, pushes some changes to 2027-28 school year Austin ISD delayed a plan to redraw most of the district's zones, which impacts which schools students feed into, by a year. But some changes are still happening in fall 2027. https://westlakenews.org/news/gracie-the-giraffe-safely-returned-to-cedar-hollow-ranch https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1170/986/0x212/90/e5937eaa-9f7f-4983-95d0-36605a48d749-Gracie.jpeg Gracie the giraffe safely returned to Cedar Hollow Ranch Escape giraffe Gracie is back at Cedar Hollow Ranch in Leakey, Texas. The ranch says she was safely recovered after “excellent preparation” and a “flawless” recovery plan, thanking the public for pray https://westlakenews.org/news/flesh-eating-screwworm-outbreak-escalates-in-west-texas-strict-transport-ban-iss https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2282764490.jpg Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergenc https://westlakenews.org/news/deep-eddy-pool-reopens-monday-after-week-long-closure-for-repairs https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/864/986/0x45/90/dde5c6ad-38c0-482c-831c-4399a68daa15-41eaaa7003d09beb93b4aba52f3eab02.jpg Deep Eddy Pool reopens Monday after week-long closure for repairs Deep Eddy Pool reopened Monday morning after a week-long closure for repairs, the city's Parks and Recreation Department announced.The pool, located at 401 Deep https://westlakenews.org/news/free-rides-on-capmetro-for-austins-independence-day-event https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/01/IMG_4832.jpg?w=900 Free rides on CapMetro for Austin's Independence Day event CapMetro announced it will suspend fares starting at 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, ahead of the annual Austin Symphony Orchestra concert and fireworks show downtown. https://westlakenews.org/news/ratings-show-austin-loves-watching-the-2026-fifa-world-cup https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26170765282572.jpg?w=900 Ratings show Austin loves watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup Austin is the No. 3 local market for the tournament in terms of rating, registering a 3.04 since the games began June 11. That means that 3.04% of all the households with TVs in the Austin DMA tuned i https://westlakenews.org/news/jetblue-flight-reports-striking-drone-on-approach-to-jfk-airport-faa https://static.fox5ny.com/www.fox5ny.com/content/uploads/2026/06/23f5c84b-video.jpg JetBlue flight reports striking drone on approach to JFK Airport: FAA A JetBlue Airways flight reported a midair collision with a drone while making its final approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport early Monday morning. https://westlakenews.org/news/screwworm-cases-climb-to-27-with-two-new-cases-in-texas https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1280/986/center/90/cc4d2560-4259-49e8-92d4-504b07291dee-sw3.jpg Screwworm cases climb to 27 with two new cases in Texas Confirmed cases of New World screwworm in the United States rose to 27 as of Sunday, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, with the latest detections https://westlakenews.org/news/budweiser-giving-fans-6-to-buy-their-own-beer-for-americas-250th-how-to-get-one https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/budweiser-neon-sign-GettyImages-2272639030-e1782746527681.jpg?w=900 Budweiser giving fans $6 to buy their own beer for America’s 250th: How to get one Budweiser is giving eligible Americans the chance to earn a $6 gift card they can spend on a beer (if they like) as a “thank you” for generations of patronage. https://westlakenews.org/news/comcast-to-split-into-two-companies-spinning-off-nbcuniversal-and-sky https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/comcast-logo-on-truck-AP26180370623034.jpg?w=900 Comcast to split into two companies, spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky As part of the plan, Comcast will be its own company focusing on broadband, wireless and entertainment. https://westlakenews.org/news/nasa-rescue-mission-to-prevent-swift-telescope-from-falling-back-to-earth https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/NASA-Satellite-Rescue-Mission-e1782750346540.jpg?w=900 NASA rescue mission to prevent Swift telescope from falling back to Earth NASA is racing to save an aging telescope from falling back to Earth with a daring rescue mission. https://westlakenews.org/news/ai-may-spot-deadly-heart-risk-in-a-routine-ecg https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2249507851-scaled.jpg AI may spot deadly heart risk in a routine ECG UC Berkeley researchers say a new AI model found a hidden ECG signal that could help doctors identify more people at risk before sudden cardiac death. https://westlakenews.org/news/virginia-nonprofit-mercy-chefs-aids-venezuela-quake-survivors https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26180068827161.jpg?w=900 Virginia nonprofit Mercy Chefs aids Venezuela quake survivors A Virginia-based nonprofit that helped feed families during last summer's deadly floods in Kerrville, Texas, is now expanding its efforts internationally. https://westlakenews.org/news/ut-austin-researchers-develop-jacket-that-pulls-drinking-water-from-the-air https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/2026-ME-Jacket-1022.mp4.00_00_05_07.Still001.jpg?w=900 UT Austin researchers develop jacket that pulls drinking water from the air Researchers at UT Austin have developed a wearable textile that pulls moisture from the atmosphere and converts it into drinking water, potentially helping hikers, farmers and emergency responders sta https://westlakenews.org/news/supreme-court-rules-states-can-accept-mail-ballots-after-election-day https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/scotus_062526gn06_w_ba9d65.jpg?w=900 Supreme Court rules states can accept mail ballots after Election Day The Supreme Court on Monday ruled 5-4 that states can accept mail ballots after polls close in federal races, rejecting the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) push to defeat the practice. More than https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-drivers-are-paying-less-at-the-pump-but-tensions-with-iran-could-change-th https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/1e2e8157-d872-4245-951f-b5df76dc9dc2-dd41ba94f54c467f93768a164ee47d6a.png Texas drivers are paying less at the pump, but tensions with Iran could change that Texas drivers are seeing some relief at the gas pump, but growing tensions between the United States and Iran could quickly put that trend at risk.According to https://westlakenews.org/news/central-texas-organizations-mobilize-to-help-venezuela-as-earthquake-death-toll- https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/6000/986/0x313/90/88b6125d-6a53-4da6-9b09-12955b742980-GettyImages2282726950.jpg Central Texas organizations mobilize to help Venezuela as earthquake death toll rises As Venezuela reels from two devastating earthquakes, organizations across Central Texas are stepping up to help survivors thousands of miles away.The Austin Ven https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-board-approves-bible-texts-in-public-school-standards-allows-opt-outs https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1371/986/290x1/90/9a4ee386-9110-436e-b875-c1b42cc344b8-25ee11ad3407461b982418414ac21a9d.png Texas board approves Bible texts in public school standards, allows opt-outs Texas public school students could soon be required to read Bible passages in class under new curriculum standards approved Friday by the State Board of Educati https://westlakenews.org/news/shell-never-be-alone-a-texas-mothers-promise-after-the-2025-july-4-hill-country- https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/700/986/94x51/90/69a31ec9-6b80-47bc-973b-64a72db02c15-IMG_1740.JPG She'll Never Be Alone: A Texas Mother's Promise After the 2025 July 4 Hill Country Floods The Guadalupe River is quiet now. It flows gently through the Texas Hill Country, past a place where a family cabin once stood. Nearly a year after the devast https://westlakenews.org/news/map-how-much-money-central-texas-school-district-superintendents-make https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1464393255.jpg?w=900 MAP: How much money Central Texas school district superintendents make KXAN is keeping track of starting superintendent salaries at school districts across Central Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/kerr-county-warns-125-million-siren-grant-is-likely-insufficient https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Kerr-County-siren.jpg?w=900 Kerr County warns $1.25 million siren grant is likely 'insufficient' Kerr County received an initial grant award on Dec. 16 for $1 million to help fund the sirens, according to public records obtained by KXAN Investigates. https://westlakenews.org/news/still-surreal-looking-at-hunt-store-damage-one-year-later-manager-says https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Community-members-say-there-is-no-set-timeline-for-the-rebuild-of-the-Hunt-Store.jpg?w=867 'Still surreal' looking at Hunt Store damage one year later, manager says On a May afternoon, a month or so shy of the one-year mark of the deadly central Texas July 4 floods, Courtney Garrison sat on a picnic table in the parking lot of the Hunt Store. https://westlakenews.org/news/kxans-lady-bird-lake-drowning-investigation-leads-to-surveillance-camera-upgrade https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/New-Rainey-Street-surveillance-camera.jpeg?w=900 KXAN’s Lady Bird Lake drowning investigation leads to surveillance camera upgrade, other safety talks After investigating 30 drowning deaths in Lady Bird Lake over a decade, KXAN found no evidence of a serial killer and discovered a common link among the victims: intoxication and proximity to a popula https://westlakenews.org/news/hazy-evening-hot-rain-chances-return-mid-week https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/1_062a62.jpg?w=848 Hazy evening, hot, rain chances return mid-week High pressure ridging keeps high temperatures near-above normal in the 90s, with heat indices above the triple-digit mark. — Meteorologist Tommy House https://westlakenews.org/news/lake-travis-advances-to-texas-7-on-7-semifinals https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2020/11/Image-from-iOS-64.jpg?w=900 Lake Travis advances to Texas 7-on-7 semifinals The Cavaliers finished second to Cedar Hill in pool play, and then went on a run in the championship bracket with three consecutive wins before their semifinal loss. Lake Travis edged Liberty Christia https://westlakenews.org/news/casey-borba-to-return-for-senior-season-with-texas-longhorns https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/GettyImages-2274371426.jpg?w=900 Casey Borba to return for senior season with Texas Longhorns Texas infielder Casey Borba announced that he'll return for his senior season, posting a graphic on social media that read "unfinished business." https://westlakenews.org/news/p-terrys-capital-plaza-location-closing-as-i-35-expansion-moves-forward https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/P-Terrys-Capital-Plaza-Location-Closing-Sign.png?w=900 P. Terry's Capital Plaza location closing as I-35 expansion moves forward Founder Patrick Terry described it as a “flagship” store, in part because of its unique design due to the triangular plot it sat on and visibility along one of Austin’s busiest highways. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-hosting-three-matchups-in-round-of-32-during-fifa-world-cup https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26178147282916.jpg?w=900 Texas hosting three matchups in Round of 32 during FIFA World Cup The tournament's expansion from 32 to 48 teams created an extra knockout round in hopes of giving countries moments like this. With 15 matches left in the round, Texas plays host to three of them, so https://westlakenews.org/news/13-year-old-boy-who-drowned-at-boerne-lake-identified-by-family https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1672/986/0x1/90/1f6e4511-29d5-48f7-8867-d6357e10566b-ChatGPTImageJun29202608_00_43AM.png 13-year-old boy who drowned at Boerne Lake identified by family The body of a 13-year-old boy was recovered after he drowned at Boerne Lake. Fire officials say two children struggled while swimming, but only one made it to shore. https://westlakenews.org/news/bill-maher-awarded-mark-twain-prize-during-kennedy-center-ceremony https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/bm-headshot-kevin-kwan-june-28-2026-at-19.25.jpg Bill Maher awarded Mark Twain Prize during Kennedy Center ceremony Those who were looking forward to witnessing one of comedy’s biggest nights of the year on Sunday will get their chance late next month as the presentation of the 2026 Mark Twain Prize for American Hu https://westlakenews.org/news/missing-man-found-dead-in-travis-county-after-extensive-search-sheriffs-office-s https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/John-Stockwell-Missing-1280-Photo.jpg?w=900 Missing man found dead in Travis County after 'extensive search,' sheriff's office says A missing man, previously the subject of a Silver Alert, has been found dead after an "extensive search," according to the Travis County Sheriff's Office. https://westlakenews.org/news/big-changes-to-the-drought-in-recent-weeks https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_3770.jpg?w=900 Big changes to the drought in recent weeks An active pattern has brought significant improvements to our ongoing drought in Central Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-firefighters-honored-for-response-to-w-6th-st-mass-shooting-in-march https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/586/1320/0x131/90/58a3d816-3090-485e-9ff0-14bc712566dd-734664514_1043501914858051_3691235041184071056_n.jfif Austin firefighters honored for response to W 6th St. mass shooting in March Austin firefighters were recently honored by Mayor Kirk Watson and the City of Austin for their courageous actions during the mass shooting on West 6th Street a https://westlakenews.org/news/individual-dies-in-apparent-jump-from-overpass-forcing-lane-closures-in-round-ro https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/11/round-rock-police.jpg Individual dies in apparent jump from overpass, forcing lane closures in Round Rock Southbound lanes of Interstate 35 and connecting flyovers were partially shut down after an individual died in an apparent jump from an overpass, police said. https://westlakenews.org/news/temperatures-rain-totals-severe-storms-explore-austins-2026-weather-data https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/01/20260124-Hank-Martin-Austin-Sleet.jpg?w=900 Temperatures, rain totals, severe storms: Explore Austin's 2026 weather data KXAN has created charts and graphics to help you keep track of whatever weather 2026 brings. https://westlakenews.org/news/del-valle-isd-police-officer-indicted https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2022/08/classroom_1542034403442_61914801_ver1.0.jpg?w=900 Del Valle ISD police officer indicted On Wednesday, the Travis County District Attorney's Office announced a Travis County grand jury indicted Del Valle ISD Police Officer Ruben Gonzales. https://westlakenews.org/news/spare-hands-students-brings-flexible-jobs-to-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_5423.jpg?w=900 Spare Hands Students brings flexible jobs to Austin A new platform is helping Austin students earn cash on their own schedule here’s what to know. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-sized-celebrations-biggest-4th-of-july-shows-in-the-lone-star-state https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/gettyimages-544949778.jpg?w=900 Texas-sized celebrations: Biggest 4th of July shows in the Lone Star State Saturday, July 4, 2026, marks a special celebration of 250 years of independence for United States of America. From firework shows to live music and hot dogs, there is something for everyone to enjoy. https://westlakenews.org/news/usda-opens-facility-producing-millions-of-sterile-flies-following-rise-in-screww https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2048/1320/0x107/90/cc68f39d-a0fb-46b4-afe4-2caa54df6121-HL28b77WIAA15JS.jfif USDA opens facility producing millions of sterile flies following rise in screwworm cases The US Department of Agriculture announced Saturday thatToday marks a major milestone in the fight against New World screwworm.As part of our 5-point action pl https://westlakenews.org/news/yelp-names-austins-most-saved-ice-cream-shop-of-2026 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2019/02/amys20ice20creams_1527816007150.jpg_44089477_ver1.0.jpg?w=900 Yelp names Austin’s most saved ice cream shop of 2026 Austin’s love of ice cream is anything but vanilla. On Wednesday, Yelp revealed that an Austin ice cream spot made its list for the 50 most saved ice cream shops in the United States. https://westlakenews.org/news/montgomery-county-deputy-killed-while-responding-to-crash-on-i-45-near-houston https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/21c6c413-0a88-4398-a4fa-6745d5f0f601-MontgomeryCountySheriffsOffice.jpg Montgomery County deputy killed while responding to crash on I-45 near Houston THE WOODLANDS, Texas — A Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy was killed early Sunday morning after being struck by a commercial truck while responding to https://westlakenews.org/news/usda-opens-facility-producing-millions-of-sterile-flies-as-screwworm-cases-rise https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2283202525.jpg?w=900 USDA opens facility producing millions of sterile flies as screwworm cases rise New $21 million facility aims to produce millions of sterile flies to stop the spread of flesh-eating livestock parasite. https://westlakenews.org/news/after-the-flood-one-year-anniversary-of-the-july-2025-central-texas-floods https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AFTER-THE-FLOOD-ONE-YEAR-LATER-16X9-FS-MONITOR.png?w=900 After the Flood: One-year anniversary of the July 2025 Central Texas floods One year after devastating flash flooding killed more than 130 people in Central Texas, we're taking a look at the lasting impact of July 2025. https://westlakenews.org/news/how-to-still-help-hill-country-flooding-victims-one-year-later https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/07/GettyImages-2223093995.jpg?w=900 How to still help Hill Country flooding victims, one year later Survivors and victims' loved ones still need the community's help. Here's how you can help. https://westlakenews.org/news/one-year-later-what-triggered-the-july-2025-floods-in-central-texas https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/FM-1431-Bridge-Destroyed-at-Cow-Creek-Crossing.png?w=900 One year later: What triggered the July 2025 floods in Central Texas? It's been one year since once of the deadliest flash flood events in our nation's history — the Independence Day floods of 2025. https://westlakenews.org/news/lawsuit-filed-after-falling-tree-kills-man-at-austin-bbq-restaurant https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/treen-green-mesquite-4.jpg Lawsuit filed after falling tree kills man at Austin BBQ restaurant The family of a man killed by a falling pecan tree at an Austin restaurant has filed a $1 million gross negligence lawsuit against the business and adjacent property owners for allegedly ignoring the https://westlakenews.org/news/marble-falls-vfd-dedicates-new-fire-station-to-chief-michael-phillips-after-floo https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/720/986/0x44/90/14986c7a-bb7e-44b7-85c3-e06b01ce7c5c-Screenshot20260627195109.png Marble Falls VFD dedicates new fire station to Chief Michael Phillips after flood death A new fire station in Marble Falls is now a permanent tribute to a chief the community lost in last summer’s deadly floods.The Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-game-wardens-warn-of-dangers-as-they-respond-to-emergencies-across-texas https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media/607f265c-bfa3-45cb-9e43-994c4fa29d37-large16x9_LakeTravis11.jpg Texas Game Wardens warn of dangers as they respond to emergencies across Texas Texas Game Wardens stated Saturday evening that they have responded to multiple water-related fatalities and emergencies across the state.These incidents inclu https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-ex-jahdae-barron-empowers-austin-youth-at-first-annual-football-camp https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/10/AP24294142399999.jpg?w=900 Texas Ex Jahdae Barron empowers Austin youth at first annual football camp AUSTIN (KXAN) – Texas Ex and Denver Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron gave back to his hometown Saturday hosting the first Jahdae Barron Youth Camp. The free event staged at Del Valle High School was o https://westlakenews.org/news/cedar-park-hosts-water-safety-event-for-children-with-autism https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2017/08/C2D981BBF3E045EAB6C8EE4BC12C3AEC_35353638_ver1.0.jpg?w=900 Cedar Park hosts water safety event for children with autism A Cedar Park event offered swim lessons, life jacket fittings and water safety education for children with autism, aiming to reduce drowning risks and build confidence. https://westlakenews.org/news/marble-falls-area-fire-department-dedicates-new-station-to-late-chief https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/887/986/0x3/90/05296b10-aca8-4e92-8600-c4671e9b26cb-Screenshot20260627154803.png Marble Falls Area Fire Department dedicates new station to late chief An open house and official dedication of the Michael E. Phillips Fire Station (Station #2) was held Saturday morning by the Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Dep https://westlakenews.org/news/marble-falls-area-vfd-dedicates-fire-station-to-chief-who-went-missing-during-fl https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Marble-Falls-VFD.jpg?w=900 Marble Falls Area VFD dedicates fire station to chief who went missing during floods The Marble Falls Area VFD officially opened and dedicated the Michael E. Phillips Fire Station, honoring the fire chief who went missing while responding to the devastating July 2025 floods. https://westlakenews.org/news/proud-manning-family-on-arch-handling-expectations https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2271679309_90e296.jpg?w=900 'Proud' Manning family on Arch handling expectations AUSTIN (KXAN) - It's hard for any event involving Arch Manning to not become about Arch Manning. It's not Arch's fault at all. The star quarterback is one of the most talked about athletes in college https://westlakenews.org/news/kyle-bans-fireworks-within-city-limits-ahead-of-fourth-of-july https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/12/fireworks-e1720030088332.jpg?w=900 Kyle bans fireworks within city limits ahead of Fourth of July Kyle police remind residents fireworks are illegal in city limits as the Fourth of July nears, urging safer celebrations at the city’s official display. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-and-san-antonio-celebrations-for-america-250 https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/685146127_122288832110243514_3319914275529761344_n.jpg Austin and San Antonio celebrations for America 250 Texas communities are preparing to mark America’s semiquincentennial with massive, daylong Independence Day celebrations across the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas on Saturday, July 4. https://westlakenews.org/news/unloaded-gun-found-in-pflugerville-childs-backpack-at-preschool https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/871/986/2x0/90/3c710650-e891-428b-b7a4-73887baa4eb4-PFLUGERVILLEPD.JPG Unloaded gun found in Pflugerville child's backpack at preschool An unloaded gun was found in a child's backpack at earlier this month.On June 12, Pflugerville Police responded to the Pflugerville Community Church Preschool https://westlakenews.org/news/1-dead-after-overnight-shooting-in-austins-colony https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Matthew-Crawford-Mugshot.jpg?w=900 1 dead after overnight shooting in Austin’s Colony The Travis County Sheriff’s Office said it was investigating a homicide early Saturday morning in Austin’s Colony. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-fatally-shot-inside-austins-colony-home-suspect-in-custody https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/crawford.jpg Man fatally shot inside Austin's Colony home; suspect in custody A 47-year-old Austin man has been arrested and charged with murder after a fatal shooting early Saturday morning in the Austin’s Colony neighborhood, authorities said. https://westlakenews.org/news/one-dead-suspect-arrested-following-homicide-in-austins-colony https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/480/986/0x104/90/e26b7e2d-80f1-4e59-a57a-5828214f6889-CRAWFORD.jpg One dead, suspect arrested following homicide in Austin's Colony A man in his 40s is dead and a suspect was detained following a shooting in Austin's Colony near Hornsby Bend.According to the Travis County Sheriff's Office, https://westlakenews.org/news/man-killed-in-san-marcos-officer-involved-shooting-police-say https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/730749820_2080739579989560_1086319156744097379_n.jpg?w=720 Man killed in San Marcos officer-involved shooting, police say Police say a man was killed in an officer-involved shooting at a San Marcos apartment complex. The Texas Rangers are assisting with the investigation. https://westlakenews.org/news/san-marcos-police-investigating-officer-involved-shooting-that-left-suspect-dead https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/794/986/56x0/90/8a0f1590-1fca-4505-a149-ec3655c4a6f5-Screenshot20260627113503.png San Marcos police investigating officer-involved shooting that left suspect dead San Marcos police are investigating an officer-involved shooting Friday night that left a male suspect dead, according to authorities.The shooting happened just https://westlakenews.org/news/family-sues-over-fatal-tree-collapse-at-austin-barbecue-restaurant https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/IMG_1420.jpg?w=900 Family sues over fatal tree collapse at Austin barbecue restaurant The family of a man killed by a falling tree at an Austin restaurant filed a lawsuit, alleging negligence and seeking damages over the deadly incident. https://westlakenews.org/news/williamson-county-deadly-crash-driver-of-18-wheeler-killed https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/5958869d-video.jpg Williamson County deadly crash: Driver of 18-wheeler killed Authorities say they're investigating a deadly crash involving a semi-truck that went over the side of an overpass and onto SH 130. https://westlakenews.org/news/san-marcos-police-shooting-leaves-1-dead-after-suspect-lunges-with-knife-texas-r https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/08/san-marcos-police-1.jpg San Marcos police shooting leaves 1 dead after suspect lunges with knife, Texas Rangers investigating The Texas Rangers are investigating after a San Marcos officer-involved shooting left a man dead Friday night when police say he lunged at them with a knife. https://westlakenews.org/news/3-firefighters-die-fighting-snyder-fire-near-colorado-utah-border https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/california-wildfire-gettyimages-2280061555.jpg 3 firefighters die fighting Snyder Fire near Colorado-Utah border The fast-moving flames of a wildfire burning near the Colorado-Utah border claimed the lives of three firefighters and injured two others who had huddled inside emergency shelters to escape the blaze. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-education-board-approves-new-standards-adds-bible-passages-to-required-rea https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/3000/986/0x178/90/e41dd5e0-be3b-4ead-8767-4762867adcd7-AP26173603064127.jpg Texas education board approves new standards, adds Bible passages to required reading list The Texas State Board of Education approved sweeping changes Friday to what more than 5 million Texas public school students will learn, adopting redesigned soc https://westlakenews.org/news/gun-found-in-childs-backpack-at-pflugerville-church-day-camp https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/The-exterior-of-Pflugerville-Community-Church.jpg?w=756 Gun found in child's backpack at Pflugerville church day camp Earlier this month, police responded to Pflugerville Community Church Preschool when a teacher found a gun in a student's backpack, the police department said in an email. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-travis-county-wildfire-coalition-seeks-public-input https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2982/986/0x161/90/5c7f787d-807b-4463-ad90-e1571ca4d6cb-pilotknobfire4.jpg Austin-Travis County Wildfire Coalition seeks public input The Austin-Travis County Wildfire Coalition is seeking public input for updates to the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) now through July 6. https://westlakenews.org/news/question-of-who-pays-as-texas-school-board-approves-bible-passages-in-k-12-curri https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/3024/986/0x1569/90/3e8433c6-3f88-4083-82f7-cc6eff39cf93-IMG_2963.jpeg Question of who pays as Texas school board approves Bible passages in K-12 curriculum As Texas moves to add more biblical content to public school reading lists and reshape social studies standards, a key question is emerging: Who will pay for th https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-sex-offender-fugitive-captured-in-marble-falls-after-tip https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/23bf1b8c-335f-4f1f-8ba7-f44418432e8d-Untitleddesign21.png Texas sex offender fugitive captured in Marble Falls after tip A man who was on the Texas Department of Public Safety's list of the 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders was arrested in Marble Falls on Sunday, officials said.Victor https://westlakenews.org/news/survey-austin-ranks-2nd-most-likely-city-to-catfish-scam-people-on-dating-sites https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-544566771.jpg?w=900 Survey: Austin ranks 2nd most likely city to catfish scam people on dating sites The survey asked 2,000 people across the United States about their experiences with catfishing on dating sites. https://westlakenews.org/news/how-to-stay-cool-and-save-on-energy-as-heat-dome-brings-triple-digit-temperature https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2227770947.jpg How to stay cool and save on energy as heat dome brings triple-digit temperatures to millions Temperatures in the 90s are spreading across the Midwest and will reach the East Coast by midweek, when it will feel like 100 to 110 degrees for tens of millions of people ahead of the 4th of July wee https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-mother-of-five-killed-in-broad-daylight-stabbing-three-women-charged-with- https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/del-rio-murder-arrests.png Texas mother of five killed in broad-daylight stabbing; three women charged with murder Three women have been charged with murder after a 32-year-old mother of five died following a stabbing in the border city of Del Rio, authorities said. https://westlakenews.org/news/how-to-celebrate-americas-250-with-willie-nelsons-fourth-of-july-picnic https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-809164582.jpg?w=900 How to celebrate America's 250 with Willie Nelson's Fourth of July Picnic Next Saturday, Willie Nelson is hosting his annual Fourth of July Picnic at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater for the second year in a row. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-weather-rainy-wet-june-creates-ideal-conditions-for-pests https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/wet-weather-could-make-pests-worse.jpg Texas weather: Rainy, wet June creates ideal conditions for pests It has been one of the wettest months Central Texas has seen in years, and all that rain is creating ideal conditions for pests. https://westlakenews.org/news/teenager-drowns-in-lake-jacksonville-while-attempting-to-rescue-5-year-old-child https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/lake-jacksonville-tx.png Teenager drowns in Lake Jacksonville while attempting to rescue 5-year-old child A 15-year-old boy drowned Saturday afternoon in Lake Jacksonville after trying to rescue a 5-year-old child who had drifted into deep water, police said. https://westlakenews.org/news/multi-agency-investigation-underway-after-4-shot-in-east-texas-whataburger-parki https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/screenshot-2026-06-27-131123.png Multi-agency investigation underway after 4 shot in East Texas Whataburger parking lot Two people were killed and two others were injured during an early morning shooting in an East Texas Whataburger parking lot, police said Saturday. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-supreme-court-tosses-uvalde-survivors-lawsuit-leaving-next-steps-unclear https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/612/986/0x32/90/98bc9503-8a89-429c-9a39-7bb376fa66b3-gettyimages2254827860612x612.jpg Texas Supreme Court tosses Uvalde survivors’ lawsuit, leaving next steps unclear Texas Supreme Court rejects Uvalde survivors’ negligence appeal, letting stand a ruling that DPS and Uvalde County are immune under the Texas Tort Claims Act despite allegations of delayed rescue and https://westlakenews.org/news/dense-saharan-dust-expected-in-central-texas-next-week-bringing-hazy-skies-and-h https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/968/986/0x1/90/338d18db-0b5e-4b18-98fd-f6be866e132a-732464106_2493552664478190_2159395164826777137_n.jpg Dense Saharan dust expected in Central Texas next week, bringing hazy skies and heat The dog days of summer are here. That means lots of sunshine and hot temps - pool weather! This new weather pattern may be a little bit of a shellshock for some https://westlakenews.org/news/judge-lets-dan-sullivan-run-in-alaska-primary-against-dan-sullivan https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/dan-sullivan-gettyimages-2273913289.jpg Judge lets Dan Sullivan run in Alaska primary - against Dan Sullivan The political battle between two men named Dan Sullivan is back on after a judge reversed the decision by a state official to throw one of them off the ballot. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-agricultural-officials-issue-emergency-quarantines-across-21-counties-for- https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2280736052.jpg Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orde https://westlakenews.org/news/supreme-court-strengthens-trumps-firing-power-at-independent-agencies https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/scotus_062926gn12_w_eb2b02.jpg?w=900 Supreme Court strengthens Trump’s firing power at independent agencies The Supreme Court strengthened President Trump’s control over independent agencies in a 6-3 decision along ideological lines, overruling 91 years of precedent that allowed Congress to insulate certain https://westlakenews.org/news/williamson-county-urges-vigilance-as-screwworm-cases-reported-in-texas https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/6853328aaf5707.45850547-e1760465475404.jpeg?w=900 Williamson County urges vigilance as screwworm cases reported in Texas Williamson County officials urge residents to watch for screwworm signs in pets and livestock, as cases emerge elsewhere in Texas though none are reported locally. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-cancer-survivor-surprised-with-historic-world-cup-tickets-to-see-dr-congo https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/9p-292-tz-wc-dr-congo-trip_00.00.05.40.jpg Texas cancer survivor surprised with historic World Cup tickets to see DR Congo A cancer survivor’s unforgettable World Cup surprise proves some of life’s biggest wins happen far beyond the scoreboard. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-confirms-contagious-equine-virus-case-in-parker-county-donkey https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/tahc.jpg Texas confirms contagious equine virus case in Parker County donkey Texas animal health officials have confirmed a case of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County rescue donkey, prompting an ongoing investigation and warnings for horse owners to monito https://westlakenews.org/news/utah-wildfire-grows-rapidly-forcing-more-evacuations https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/screenshot-2026-06-27-114147.png Utah wildfire grows rapidly, forcing more evacuations A fast-moving wildfire in southern Utah grew rapidly overnight, fueled by intense heat, strong winds, and extremely dry conditions, prompting additional evacuation orders. https://westlakenews.org/news/ex-youth-pastor-arrested-in-20-year-old-death-of-wife-at-zion-national-park https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2266754962.jpg Ex-youth pastor arrested in 20-year-old death of wife at Zion National Park Former youth pastor David Vander Meer has been arrested and charged with murder and insurance fraud in connection with the 2006 death of his wife, Bernadette Vander Meer, at Utah's Zion National Park. https://westlakenews.org/news/dead-pregnant-endangered-fin-whale-found-on-bow-of-alaska-cruise-ship https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/whale-1-scaled.jpg Dead, pregnant endangered fin whale found on bow of Alaska cruise ship Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike. https://westlakenews.org/news/owner-says-viral-boeing-777-flyby-at-texas-airstrip-was-for-marketing-video-as-f https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AdobeStock_417464570_Editorial_Use_Only.jpeg?w=900 Owner says viral Boeing 777 flyby at Texas airstrip was for marketing video as FAA investigates A viral video showing a Boeing 777 cargo jet flying low over a Horseshoe Bay runway has triggered an FAA investigation. The aircraft's owner told KXAN the flyby was part of a marketing video but said https://westlakenews.org/news/police-identify-man-found-stabbed-to-death-in-se-austin-home-suspect-still-at-la https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/4032/986/0x378/90/de48e03c-312c-4170-b0c3-9d7677a5211a-IMG_2953.jpeg Police identify man found stabbed to death in SE Austin home, suspect still at large Police have identified the victim in a Southeast Austin stabbing death and are searching for a suspect who fled the scene, the department said Friday.Michael Sh https://westlakenews.org/news/map-where-have-austins-homicides-occurred-in-2026 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/01/AUSTIN-WEST-ADERSON-LANE-HOMICIDE-NY-2026-5.jpg?w=900 MAP: Where have Austin's homicides occurred in 2026? KXAN is keeping track of the number of homicides in the City of Austin in 2026. An interactive map shows where those homicides have occurred. https://westlakenews.org/news/family-of-yogurt-shop-exoneree-breaks-silence-on-35m-settlement-in-new-48-hours- https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1175/986/1x0/90/38f17b70-34e8-46f0-8421-330c9902019f-Screenshot20260626153947.png Family of Yogurt Shop exoneree breaks silence on $35M settlement in new '48 Hours' podcast The widow and daughter of Maurice Pierce, one of four men exonerated in the 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders, are calling the family's $10 million share of a $35 https://westlakenews.org/news/18-wheeler-goes-over-side-of-highway-overpass-in-round-rock https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2021/06/865e7884-sher6.jpg 18-wheeler goes over side of highway overpass in Round Rock The Round Rock Police Department says there has been a major crash at SH 130 and University Boulevard. https://westlakenews.org/news/celebrity-deaths-of-2026-the-entertainers-and-artists-we-lost-this-year https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/03/chuck-norris-catherine-o-hara.jpg Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026. https://westlakenews.org/news/ariana-grande-spotlights-several-austin-nonprofits-during-3-moody-center-shows https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/03/AP25061802602396.jpg?w=900 Ariana Grande spotlights several Austin nonprofits during 3 Moody Center shows The popstar posted on social media that while on her Eternal Sunshine Tour, The Brighter Days Ahead Foundation will be "shining a spotlight on local organizations we believe in." https://westlakenews.org/news/4th-of-july-events-happening-in-central-texas https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/07/20240704-Anna-Culina-Austin-July-4th-COURTESY-APEX-PHOTO-VIDEO.jpg?w=900 4th of July events happening in Central Texas We're one week away from America's 250th birthday celebration across the United States of America. https://westlakenews.org/news/nearly-1-million-bottles-of-heart-and-kidney-medication-recalled-over-foreign-su https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/fda-hq.jpeg Nearly 1 million bottles of heart and kidney medication recalled over foreign substance Nearly one million bottles of heart and kidney medication have been recalled nationwide over the possibility of a "foreign substance," according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. https://westlakenews.org/news/27-ways-in-27-days-kerr-county-flooding-victims-legacies-live-on-1-year-later https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/kerr-flooding-victims.png 27 Ways in 27 Days: Kerr County flooding victims’ legacies live on 1 year later It’s been nearly a year since a devastating flood along the Guadalupe River killed more than 100 people in Kerr County. Over the next 27 days, FOX 4 will share 27 updates on the children who who died https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-board-approves-bible-stories-as-required-reading-in-public-schools https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/3000/986/0x189/90/af492e1a-fc9b-4dcb-815c-3966da27faa1-AP26173697966043.jpg Texas board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools The Texas education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible passages, widening conse https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-top-10-most-wanted-sex-offender-arrested-in-marble-falls-after-tip https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/police-lights-crime-criminal-generic-2-1-1-1-e1743012814538_9ed1ee_b49d23.jpg?w=800 Texas Top 10 Most Wanted sex offender arrested in Marble Falls after tip A Texas Most Wanted sex offender was arrested in Marble Falls after a tip led police to his location, officials said. https://westlakenews.org/news/catastrophic-how-the-july-2025-flash-flood-disaster-unfolded https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/07/AP25196678459516_0c67d8.jpg?w=900 'Catastrophic': How the July 2025 flash flood disaster unfolded July 4, 2025, Independence Day, fell on a Friday. https://westlakenews.org/news/elderly-man-stabbed-to-death-in-southeast-austin-home-apd https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/austin-police.jpg Elderly man stabbed to death in Southeast Austin home: APD The Austin Police Department is investigating after an elderly man was stabbed to death inside a Southeast Austin home. https://westlakenews.org/news/johns-hopkins-university-lays-off-110-workers-after-losing-some-federal-funding https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-1152502392-scaled-e1782506579375.jpg Johns Hopkins University lays off 110 workers after losing some federal funding Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-leaders-approve-bible-stories-as-required-reading-in-schools https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/v-sboe-bible-curriculum-vote-today-4a_00.00.14.06.jpg Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages. https://westlakenews.org/news/apa-and-central-texas-food-bank-give-food-away-to-hundreds-of-people-and-pets-ev https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/APA-6.jpg?w=900 APA! and Central Texas Food Bank give food away to hundreds of people and pets every few months Austin Pets Alive! and the Central Texas Food Bank team up every few months to distribute free food to people and their pets in the community. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-soccer-coach-accused-of-inappropriately-touching-child-on-team https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1134449151.jpg?w=900 Austin soccer coach accused of inappropriately touching child on team A soccer coach of an Austin youth league was charged Thursday with indecency with a child by sexual contact—a second-degree felony. https://westlakenews.org/news/jobs-in-texas-continue-to-hit-new-highs https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/10/6602e960adf4a2.63835522.jpeg?w=900 Jobs in Texas continue to hit new highs In May, the state reached a new high at a total of 14,419,200 non-farm jobs, adding 17,800 new positions throughout the month, according to the Texas Workforce Commission. https://westlakenews.org/news/centcom-us-conducts-additional-strikes-on-iran https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26167496323276-e1782401062288_f34882-e1782604904585.jpg?w=900 Centcom: US conducts additional strikes on Iran The incident comes amid a renewed flare-up in the Gulf that has seen the U.S. and Iran exchange fire in recent days. https://westlakenews.org/news/ballet-austins-summer-intensive-draws-dancers-worldwide https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/11/ballet-austin.png?w=706 Ballet Austin's summer intensive draws dancers worldwide More than 200 aspiring ballet dancers from across the United States and around the world are spending their summer in Austin, training up to 30 hours a week at Ballet Austin's Senior Summer Intensive https://westlakenews.org/news/caldwell-county-constables-office-files-multiple-felony-charges-in-illegal-dumpi https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1179/986/0x224/90/3250e60e-1af7-4d50-a66f-b639b3f763a2-731059205_122189341136752489_3160243420393632487_n.jpg Caldwell County Constable's Office files multiple felony charges in illegal dumping case A report of illegally dumped roofing shingles along a rural Caldwell County road has grown into an environmental crimes investigation, with multiple felony char https://westlakenews.org/news/how-this-overlooked-ceiling-fan-function-keeps-you-cooler-in-summer-heat https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2203471939_f77f59.jpg?w=900 How this overlooked ceiling fan function keeps you cooler in summer heat An often overlooked switch on ceiling fans could be the key to staying a bit cooler this summer, especially in states that will see two heat domes converge, sending temperatures soaring across much of https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-lake-infested-with-invasive-species-officials-say https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/zebra-mussels-tpwd.jpg Texas lake 'infested' with invasive species, officials say An invasive species of shellfish has “infested" a lake near Amarillo, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. https://westlakenews.org/news/delta-to-launch-seasonal-service-from-austin-to-fort-myers-in-november https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2255970302.jpg?w=900 Delta to launch seasonal service from Austin to Fort Myers in November Delta Air Lines has announced plans to launch a new seasonal nonstop route between Austin and Fort Myers, Florida, beginning in November. https://westlakenews.org/news/people-are-still-scared-whats-going-on-with-travis-countys-flood-siren-efforts https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/01/travco-flood.png?w=900 'People are still scared': What's going on with Travis County's flood siren efforts? One year after catastrophic floods claimed the lives of more than 130 people across Central Texas, much focus has been put on early warnings systems, and more specifically sirens. https://westlakenews.org/news/supreme-court-wont-hear-trumps-bid-to-overturn-carroll-sexual-abuse-verdict https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Trump-Carroll_090825_AP.png?w=900 Supreme Court won't hear Trump's bid to overturn Carroll sexual abuse verdict The Supreme Court refused President Trump's request on Monday to overturn a jury’s verdict finding him liable for sexually abusing writer E. Jean Carroll in the mid-1990s and defaming her. It leaves i https://westlakenews.org/news/ascension-seton-cuts-ribbon-on-new-state-of-the-art-womens-hospital https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1322/986/5x0/90/fec68524-a664-49cf-af00-9b06dadd989d-Screenshot20260626110027.png Ascension Seton cuts ribbon on new state-of-the-art Women's Hospital Central Texas has a new state-of-the-art women's hospital.On Thursday, Ascension Seton held the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new Women's https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-pets-alive-central-texas-food-bank-distribute-food-for-people-and-pets https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/4032/1320/0x30/90/e1b45c7f-ea0f-4c7a-b2c3-94051c1f8c07-Image20260626T104519.068.jfif Austin Pets Alive!, Central Texas Food Bank distribute food for people and pets Hundreds of Austin-area residents drove up Friday morning to receive food for both their families and their pets, as Austin Pets Alive! and the Central Texas Fo https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-space-company-beats-spacex-to-moon-firefly-aerospace https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1066/986/12x0/90/0ed8d689-0f9a-4854-972c-b233f0796437-Screenshot20260626114416.png Texas Space Company Beats SpaceX to Moon: Firefly Aerospace When most people think of the modern space race, one name dominates the conversation: SpaceX.But just outside Austin, a Cedar Park-based company is quietly maki https://westlakenews.org/news/usda-new-world-screwworm-cases-rise-to-25-in-texas https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/1b2e449d-0689-428a-8d78-b1416f42ba83-vlcsnap00003.jpg USDA: New World screwworm cases rise to 25 in Texas Confirmed cases of New World screwworm rose overnight in Texas, marking one of the biggest jumps so far as state and federal officials ramp up efforts to contai https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-democrats-exude-confidence-as-convention-wraps-the-culture-wars-are-tired https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_4270.png?w=900 Texas Democrats exude confidence as convention wraps: 'The culture wars are tired' After decades of Republican dominance in Texas, Democrat Nathan Johnson is confident that he can break the cycle of defeat and win the Attorney General race in November, with the help of a focus on "k https://westlakenews.org/news/gracie-the-giraffe-has-been-found https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/gracie-the-giraffe-WR.jpg?w=900 Gracie the Giraffe has been found Gracie the Giraffe was found Friday morning after being missing for several days in the Hill Country. https://westlakenews.org/news/gracie-the-giraffe-found-fat-and-happy-real-county-sheriff-johnson-says https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/887/986/275x1239/90/77f21812-6afe-452f-89c6-3d1572ed7b32-Nophotodescriptionavailable_.png Gracie the giraffe found 'fat and happy,' Real County Sheriff Johnson says Gracie the giraffe has been found after days missing in the Hill Country, the Real County Sheriff’s Office said. She was located around 6:45 a.m. on a property near Regan Wells with help from aviation https://westlakenews.org/news/individual-dies-in-apparent-jump-from-overpass-forcing-lane-closures-at-i-35-and https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/11/round-rock-police.jpg Individual dies in apparent jump from overpass, forcing lane closures at I-35 and I-45 interchange Southbound lanes of Interstate 35 and connecting flyovers were partially shut down Sunday afternoon after an individual died in an apparent jump from an overpass, police said. https://westlakenews.org/news/apd-asks-for-help-finding-suspect-in-walgreens-robbery-in-central-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/0626-Walgreens-Robbery-Suspect-Photos.jpg?w=900 APD asks for help finding suspect in Walgreens robbery in central Austin Austin Police (APD) asked for help in locating a suspect connected to an aggravated robbery at a Walgreens on June 20. https://westlakenews.org/news/federal-immigration-activity-happening-in-uhland-police-confirm https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1024/986/0x1/90/3f2ba9ff-64e7-40d6-aea2-f549c05ac09d-AP26133517070433.jpg Federal immigration activity happening in Uhland, police confirm Federal immigration enforcement activity is happening in Uhland, the city's police department confirmed on social media.The police department says that they are https://westlakenews.org/news/paramount-postpones-showings-after-flooding-at-state-theatre https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/The-Paramount-Theatre-ahead-of-its-closure-for-renovations.-.png?w=900 Paramount postpones showings after flooding at State Theatre Paramount Theatre said the State Theatre auditorium was temporarily closed and shows were postponed after a damaged water main resulted in minor flooding. https://westlakenews.org/news/massachusetts-house-passes-bill-protecting-libraries-from-book-bans https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-1232461514-scaled.jpg Massachusetts House passes bill protecting libraries from book bans Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-confirms-major-changes-to-bus-routes-see-how-your-student-is-impacted https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/08/IMG_3832.jpg?w=900 Austin ISD confirms major changes to bus routes: See how your student is impacted Austin ISD is rolling out major transportation changes beginning in August as part of the district’s newly approved 2026–27 budget. https://westlakenews.org/news/air-quality-in-west-lake-hills-iqair https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/J6_coFbogxhRI9iM864NL_liGXvsQp2AupsKei7z0cNNfDvGUmWUy20nuUhkREQyrpY4bEeIBuc=s0-w300 Air quality in West Lake Hills - IQAir <a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMib0FVX3lxTE5lNTZ2TmIzblI0NjFPdEN4TzdERnpQSW9NR2hQR3hhOTlaOXh0Q3FSRDZJeXNNb3R5VzNYU0ZVVEZHZThpVHlUcGlWNllTZ240VExLRjUzdEtES05TOWJfb1FjNURxRGpTMVNVMXJhTQ https://westlakenews.org/news/frustration-grows-in-venezuela-as-earthquake-death-toll-reaches-1430 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a40971757c049.78987759.jpeg?w=900 Frustration grows in Venezuela as earthquake death toll reaches 1,430 LA GUAIRA, Venezuela (AP) — Tensions flared Saturday as desperation grew in Venezuela's state of La Guaira as rescuers and civilians searched for earthquake survivors and the death toll rose sharply t https://westlakenews.org/news/state-of-texas-opposition-to-ai-data-centers-grows-in-texas-poll-shows https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/Data-Centers-getting-pushback-in-Caldwell-County.jpg?w=550 State of Texas: Opposition to AI data centers grows in Texas, poll shows Texans are voicing growing concern about the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centers, putting new pressure on state leaders to balance economic development, national security and local https://westlakenews.org/news/check-out-fourth-of-july-events-in-lakeway-west-lake-hills-and-bee-cave-communit https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/J6_coFbogxhRI9iM864NL_liGXvsQp2AupsKei7z0cNNfDvGUmWUy20nuUhkREQyrpY4bEeIBuc=s0-w300 Check out Fourth of July events in Lakeway, West Lake Hills and Bee Cave - Community Impact | News <a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi3wFBVV95cUxPV1JuRW1SV0tKRlNtZXo5eVhjY24yTGNEM2pRN0hJc1Z0SlRGb2RzZ25meHJOZTBXY0lxLUpEVFFzcDQ0V0QwSE5PdUcwcURrT1kwMHk4MXh4MXVSZmY4bUp4Nl9LQURJY0RzZTJ2VW https://westlakenews.org/news/saharan-dust-arriving-near-triple-digit-heat https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Saharan-Dust-Forecast.jpg?w=773 Saharan dust arriving, near triple digit heat It's hot and windy on Sunday before Saharan dust moves into the area at the beginning of the work week. - Meteorologist Tommy House https://westlakenews.org/news/active-endangered-missing-alert-issued-for-15-year-old-boy-from-missouri-city https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/108/986/0x24/90/23bdab8d-3d1e-45ba-b2a6-52b1860d60bf-3648.jpg Active Endangered Missing Alert issued for 15-year-old boy from Missouri City Officials are looking for a 15-year-old boy with intellectual disabilities last seen on Thursday in Missouri City, a city southwest of Houston.Jase Newman was l https://westlakenews.org/news/weekend-guide-5-family-friendly-things-to-do-around-austin https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/6000/986/0x313/90/5ddaafd1-0bb4-41f9-9c8f-261a722c8db2-GiantLemur_WildflowerCenter_IceAge.jpg Weekend Guide: 5 Family-Friendly Things to Do Around Austin Still looking for weekend plans? From bull riding and live theater to Ice Age creatures and free museum admission, there are plenty of ways to get out and explo https://westlakenews.org/news/ut-protests-sparked-a-church-kitchen-that-now-feeds-austin-through-community-car https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/5712/986/0x295/90/ab4f3daa-4669-4a05-a991-956ed6f8b82b-IMG_9812.jpeg UT protests sparked a church kitchen that now feeds Austin through community care In the kitchen at University Baptist Church, the work begins before anyone reaches the table.There are trays to fill, vegetables to chop, meals to pack and volu https://westlakenews.org/news/watch-bear-sitting-in-front-seat-of-truck-surprises-man-in-colorado https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/vlcsnap-2026-06-26-19h23m21s021-e1782525223603.png?w=852 WATCH: Bear sitting in front seat of truck surprises man in Colorado It's certainly more than an unexpected guest, but it's quite the unwelcome one, as one man in Steamboat Springs found a wild bear relaxing in the front seat of his truck. https://westlakenews.org/news/what-is-the-viral-natural-ozempic-drink https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1338311933-e1782591607572.jpg?w=900 What is the viral 'natural Ozempic' drink? The budget-friendly alternative involves mixing gelatin and warm water and drinking it 15 to 30 minutes before a meal. https://westlakenews.org/news/oklahoma-teen-dies-after-viral-benadryl-challenge https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/benadryl2_4a5a18_0347c7.jpg?w=900 Oklahoma teen dies after viral 'Benadryl Challenge' "I just want everybody to be aware to where they can educate their kids." https://westlakenews.org/news/rollingwood-debates-installing-city-surveillance-cameras https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/02/IMG_2104.jpg?w=900 Rollingwood debates installing city surveillance cameras The city of Rollingwood is considering installing surveillance cameras on its streets. The city council is wary and citizens are split. https://westlakenews.org/news/states-seek-to-lower-drug-prices-by-targeting-the-companies-that-manage-them-for https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a403ba15ee5b6.62914832.jpeg?w=900 States seek to lower drug prices by targeting the companies that manage them for health plans TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — As consumers worry about medication costs, states are trying to lower drug prices by reining in big companies that oversee prescription coverage for health insurers. Some of those https://westlakenews.org/news/sark-longhorns-add-quarterback-recruit https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/11/AP25319824254606.jpg?w=900 Sark, Longhorns add quarterback recruit Since 2021, Texas football has had a major quarterback recruit every year. From Maalik Murphy to Arch Manning and Dia Bell, the Longhorns have added some big names. https://westlakenews.org/news/marble-falls-area-vfd-dedicates-fire-station-to-chief-who-went-missing-during-fl https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Marble-Falls-VFD.jpg?w=900 Marble Falls Area VFD dedicates fire station to chief who went missing during floods The Marble Falls Area VFD officially opened and dedicated the Michael E. Phillips Fire Station, honoring the fire chief who went missing while responding to the devastating July 2025 floods. https://westlakenews.org/news/nancy-guthrie-tmz-receives-new-email-claiming-to-have-video-evidence-of-suspect https://static.fox10phoenix.com/www.fox10phoenix.com/content/uploads/2026/02/ksaz-nancy-guthrie-and-missing-person-billboard-022426.jpg Nancy Guthrie: TMZ receives new email claiming to have video evidence of suspect A person claiming to know the identity of Nancy Guthrie's abductors has contacted TMZ again. The message claims a secured phone holds videos, photos, names, and ages of the suspects. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-fugitive-arrested-in-oregon-wilderness-after-multi-state-manhunt https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/police-lights-crime-criminal-generic-2-1-1-1-e1743012814538_9ed1ee_b49d23.jpg?w=800 Texas fugitive arrested in Oregon wilderness after multi-state manhunt A Georgetown man wanted on child sexual assault charges was captured in Oregon after a multi-state search, authorities said. https://westlakenews.org/news/bible-stories-are-approved-as-required-reading-in-texas-public-schools https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/06/667ddb6a37c8c8.84332369.jpeg?w=900 Bible stories are approved as required reading in Texas public schools DALLAS (AP) — Texas' education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible stories, widening conservative efforts to bring Chris https://westlakenews.org/news/autonomous-drone-delivery-company-expanding-into-austin-how-drone-operations-are https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Precision-Zip-Delivering-3QTR_screenshot.png?w=900 Autonomous drone delivery company expanding into Austin: How drone operations are regulated Autonomous drone delivery company Zipline is preparing to expand its operations into Austin later this year. https://westlakenews.org/news/when-and-where-can-i-pop-fireworks-in-texas https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/12/fireworks-e1720030088332.jpg?w=900 When and where can I pop fireworks in Texas? Before you stop at your local fireworks stand, you should be familiar with the laws surrounding fireworks. https://westlakenews.org/news/100-dead-dogs-found-at-california-rescue-amid-animal-cruelty-investigation https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Mirandas-Rescue-Edited.jpg?w=789 100+ dead dogs found at California rescue amid animal cruelty investigation After months of investigation into a Northern California animal rescue, Humboldt County deputies uncovered a "horrific scene" this week while excavating the site. https://westlakenews.org/news/travis-county-judge-reflects-on-anniversary-of-deadly-flooding-countys-response https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2856/986/0x268/90/1168371c-de00-4e7e-9525-1ef912fcf476-bodyrecoveredinSandyCreek.jpg Travis County Judge reflects on anniversary of deadly flooding, county's response Travis County Judge Andy Brown said the road to recovery continues, now nearly one year after the deadly floods that tore through Central Texas and the Hill Cou https://westlakenews.org/news/more-supplements-sold-on-amazon-walmart-tiktok-shop-target-sites-recalled https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/more-moringa-recalls.jpg More supplements sold on Amazon, Walmart, TikTok Shop, Target sites recalled More TNVitamins products are being pulled from shelves over Salmonella fears. https://westlakenews.org/news/michigan-parents-charged-with-murder-after-7-year-old-dies-at-255-pounds https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1056779176-e1741801036684.jpg?w=900 Michigan parents charged with murder after 7-year-old dies at 255 pounds Two parents have reportedly been charged with second-degree murder for the death of their extremely overweight 7-year-old son. https://westlakenews.org/news/police-seek-suspect-in-machete-point-robbery-at-central-austin-walgreens https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/9795c070-c56e-4938-b1a5-d8937a96b7a3-centralaustinaggrobbery1.png Police seek suspect in machete-point robbery at Central Austin Walgreens Austin police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of robbing a Walgreens at machete-point in Central Austin last weekend. https://westlakenews.org/news/after-nearly-three-decades-fun-spot-america-closing-georgia-park https://static.fox5atlanta.com/www.fox5atlanta.com/content/uploads/2026/06/fun-spot.jpg After nearly three decades, Fun Spot America closing Georgia park Fun Spot America announced Thursday that its Georgia theme park will permanently shut down later this summer. https://westlakenews.org/news/new-atlantic-tropical-development-area-to-watch https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Tropical-Development-Chances-3.jpg?w=776 New Atlantic tropical development area to watch The National Hurricane Center is giving an area off of the US southeast coast a low chance for tropical development over the next 7 days. https://westlakenews.org/news/texans-dont-like-tyrants-talarico-rallies-democrats-ahead-of-paxton-showdown https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/03/AP26049617658385-1-e1772622603905.jpg?w=900 ‘Texans don’t like tyrants’: Talarico rallies Democrats ahead of Paxton showdown Friday night, Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico took the stage at the Texas Democratic convention in Corpus Christi, continuing in the fight to turn Texas blue ahead of the November election. T https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-on-track-to-be-hit-by-big-batch-of-saharan-dust https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/dust-plume1.jpg Texas on track to be hit by big batch of Saharan dust A massive plume of dust from the Sahara Desert in Africa is bound for Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/pasta-salad-recalled-because-it-may-actually-be-chicken-salad https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/pasta-salad.jpg Pasta salad recalled because it may actually be chicken salad Thousands of pounds of what was labeled pasta salad were recalled over fears that what was sold was actually chicken salad. Any of the containers that turned out to be chicken salad would have two und https://westlakenews.org/news/hot-sunday-saharan-dust-arrives-monday-into-tuesday https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/saharan-dust-1.jpg?w=780 Hot Sunday, Saharan dust arrives Monday into Tuesday The second half of the weekend will be hot and humid, with a thick plume of Saharan dust arriving Monday into Tuesday. — Meteorologist Tommy House https://westlakenews.org/news/hinojosa-targets-abbott-lays-out-economic-agenda https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/12/69361b49eff859.39068304.jpeg?w=900 Hinojosa targets Abbott, lays out economic agenda Democratic gubernatorial nominee Gina Hinojosa used her keynote address at the Texas Democratic Convention on Friday to frame the 2026 election as a battle over affordability, public education and wha https://westlakenews.org/news/another-one-texas-claims-5th-directors-cup-in-last-6-years https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2279146496.jpg?w=900 Another one: Texas claims 5th Directors' Cup in last 6 years The Longhorns won the Learfield Directors' Cup, a recognition of the athletic department's overall dominance compared to other Division I schools. The National Association of Collegiate Directors of A https://westlakenews.org/news/fema-official-who-teleported-to-waffle-house-steps-down https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2258015298.jpg?w=900 FEMA official who 'teleported to Waffle House' steps down Gregg Phillips, a top FEMA official who made headlines for claiming he teleported to a Waffle House in Georgia, is leaving his post for "personal reasons," a FEMA spokesperson confirmed to KXAN. https://westlakenews.org/news/a-bit-more-heat-and-humidity-until-saharan-dust-arrives https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/weekend_4bb4db.jpg?w=746 A bit more heat and humidity until Saharan dust arrives Saharan dust is almost here, with a concentrated plume of dust expected to arrive by Monday. -- Nick Bannin https://westlakenews.org/news/us-supreme-court-sides-with-trump-in-removing-protections-for-haitian-and-syrian https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/6a0f2d524c92e3.48487163.jpeg?w=900 US Supreme Court sides with Trump in removing protections for Haitian and Syrian refugees TPS was enacted in 1990 to allow individuals from foreign countries to temporarily live and work legally in the U.S. due to their countries experiencing extraordinary conditions. https://westlakenews.org/news/ready-aim-spit-watermelon-thump-returns-to-luling https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_4280.jpg?w=405 Ready, aim, spit: Watermelon Thump returns to Luling Since 1954, it's been a way to celebrate the area's agricultural roots and community spirit. https://westlakenews.org/news/ut-robotics-team-heads-to-korea-for-soccer-tournament https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_6960.jpg?w=900 UT Robotics team heads to Korea for soccer tournament Robots standing less than 4 feet tall will be playing 3-on-3 soccer on their own. From running, kicking, falling and getting back up, there will be no human intervention. https://westlakenews.org/news/digital-avatars-ref-cams-and-ai-world-cup-tech-takes-center-stage https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1336/986/3x0/90/fa5cdd72-8cb6-46f8-9fd4-5ee999491463-Screenshot20260625171401.png Digital Avatars, Ref Cams and AI: World Cup Tech Takes Center Stage The 2026 FIFA World Cup is not just a global sports spectacle — it is also a massive showcase of cutting-edge technology. https://westlakenews.org/news/one-year-after-the-floods-inside-austins-agenda-explores-the-aftermath-in-travis https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/sherry-necklace.png?w=900 One year after the floods: Inside Austin's Agenda explores the aftermath in Travis County On Thursday's episode of Inside Austin's Agenda, host Grace Reader explores the aftermath of devastating flash floods that claimed the lives of more than 130 people across Central Texas nearly one yea https://westlakenews.org/news/police-seek-man-accused-of-robbing-punching-victim-unconscious-on-6th-street https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/429edc34-a6a2-49e7-b854-8be15cb483da-Untitleddesign20.png Police seek man accused of robbing, punching victim unconscious on 6th Street Austin police are asking for the public's help identifying a suspect who robbed and assaulted a person outside a downtown bar last month, leaving the victim unc https://westlakenews.org/news/safety-remains-top-priority-at-lost-pines-scout-reservation https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/new-speaker-system-.jpg?w=639 Safety remains top priority at Lost Pines Scout Reservation Following last year's deadly July 4th weekend flooding, Texas lawmakers put a focus on improving camp safety across the state. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-screwworm-cases-rise-to-20-as-officials-expand-infested-zone-to-3-counties https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/3024/986/0x1166/90/b6259481-5420-42e0-954e-f4086ee10b3a-1000005079.jpg Texas screwworm cases rise to 20 as officials expand infested zone to 3 counties Officials say their best defense continues to be releasing millions of sterile male flies. https://westlakenews.org/news/the-calls-from-the-independence-day-floods-what-911-calls-reveal-nearly-a-year-l https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/ITI-Ep66-Thumbnail.jpg?w=900 The calls from the Independence Day Floods: What 911 calls reveal nearly a year later This week on Inside the Investigation, Investigative Reporter Grace Reader explains what she heard on the 911 call recordings obtained by KXAN, including the very first of the nearly 200 calls receive https://westlakenews.org/news/how-many-professional-sports-teams-are-in-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/GettyImages-2274356355.jpg?w=900 How many professional sports teams are in Austin? With all the buzz around bringing more professional sports teams to the metro area, it's worth considering how many are already here. https://westlakenews.org/news/apd-asks-for-help-finding-man-connected-to-robbery-outside-east-6th-night-club https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2022/10/austin-police-patch-graphic-GFX-4.jpg?w=900 APD asks for help finding man connected to robbery outside East 6th night club Austin Police on Thursday asked for the community's help in locating a suspect connected to a robbery that occurred outside of Mala Fama on May 26. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-lands-california-offensive-lineman-for-2027-recruiting-class https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/09/AP24246546150664.jpg?w=900 Texas lands California offensive lineman for 2027 recruiting class Lucas Rhoa, a 3-star left tackle from Orange Lutheran in Orange, California, gave a verbal commitment to the Longhorns following his June 19 official visit to campus. Rhoa chose Texas over Penn State, https://westlakenews.org/news/buda-to-break-ground-on-139m-garison-park-with-creek-access https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2020/02/City-of-Buda.jpg?w=578 Buda to break ground on $13.9M Garison Park with creek access Buda will begin construction this summer on Garison Memorial Park, a $13.9M project featuring trails, a swimming hole and access to Onion Creek. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-weekend-annie-bach-fest-watermelon-thump-more https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/08/AdobeStock_256306410.jpeg?w=900 Austin Weekend: Annie, Bach Fest, Watermelon Thump & More This weekend in Austin brings a variety of events including Annie at Zach Theatre, Texas Bach Fest, Watermelon Thump, Pease Park Pride Picnic, and concerts by Ariana Grande and Hilary Duff. https://westlakenews.org/news/st-davids-south-reports-pest-activity https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2018/09/hospital20room204_1529352251649-1.jpg_45899401_ver1.0-1.jpg?w=694 St. David’s South reports ‘pest activity’ St. David's South Austin Medical Center closed "certain areas of the hospital, including the kitchen" because of pests, the hospital told KXAN in a statement. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-sentenced-to-20-years-in-federal-prison-for-fentanyl-death https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/01/Fentanyl_oxy_30mg_bulk-pill-spill_2-e1727300419415_28022c.jpg?w=800 Man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for fentanyl death An Austin man was sentenced on June 24 in connection with fentanyl distribution that resulted in the death of a 24-year-old. https://westlakenews.org/news/us-marshals-arrest-wanted-georgetown-man-after-manhunt-leads-officials-to-oregon https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/351/986/0x102/90/a04fff32-4da6-4a9e-b301-d936de0ebaaf-LeatherwoodCaptured.jpg U.S. Marshals arrest wanted Georgetown man after manhunt leads officials to Oregon U.S. Marshalls arrested a Georgetown man after a manhunt led officials to Oregon.Kenneth Wayne Leatherwood, 41, was wanted for failing to appear on an indictmen https://westlakenews.org/news/see-exclusive-view-atop-the-future-i-35-elevated-lanes-in-south-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/wide-overlook.jpg?w=900 See exclusive view atop the future I-35 elevated lanes in south Austin Starting Friday, June 26, the Texas Department of Transportation will close the main lanes of northbound Interstate 35 in south Austin at 11 p.m. until Saturday, June 27, at 9 a.m. in preparation for https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-education-board-to-vote-on-social-studies-standards-rewrite https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2121/986/0x111/90/e8a63e24-a577-45ef-89a4-b5e9fb6742dd-GettyImages1415770528.jpg Texas education board to vote on social studies standards rewrite Texas education leaders are nearing a final decision that could reshape what students across the state learn in social studies.The Texas State Board of Educatio https://westlakenews.org/news/cbs-telemundo-austin-to-host-13th-annual-backpack-giveaway-at-circuit-of-the-ame https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/22208dc9-3bf4-4104-af7b-f89d2bdeab3d-ENG16x9GraphicR1.png CBS-Telemundo Austin to host 13th annual backpack giveaway at Circuit of the Americas CBS Austin and Telemundo Austin will host its 13th annual Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, July 25, distributing free backpacks and school supplies to students an https://westlakenews.org/news/kyle-man-sentenced-to-24-years-in-prison-for-2025-armed-robberies-in-austin https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/3504/986/0x183/90/c6cd6f36-0804-4f2f-b411-79249114b07e-GettyImages157289117.jpg Kyle man sentenced to 24 years in prison for 2025 armed robberies in Austin A man from Kyle was sentenced in an Austin federal court to 24 years in prison for a series of armed robberies he committed in 2025.Court documents reveal that https://westlakenews.org/news/axiom-space-establishes-texas-as-legal-headquarters-gov-abbott-announces https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1024/986/0x42/90/6104f077-96df-461a-ae3a-4507dc8e43b3-download_original.png Axiom Space establishes Texas as legal headquarters, Gov. Abbott announces Axiom Space has redomiciled the company's legal headquarter's in Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Tuesday. https://westlakenews.org/news/gracie-the-giraffe-still-missing-as-texas-hill-country-search-intensifies https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1672/986/0x1/90/6255d4f0-c4d7-441b-93b6-71ee8eef5eec-ChatGPTImageJun23202611_14_48AM.png Gracie the giraffe still missing as Texas Hill Country search intensifies Texas Hill Country officials are still searching for Gracie, a 3 1/2 to 4-year-old reticulated giraffe missing near Leakey. Last seen on a game camera in dense brush, with an unconfirmed sighting and https://westlakenews.org/news/lbj-library-displays-rare-national-archive-documents-for-americas-250th-annivers https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/46773033659.jpg LBJ Library displays rare National Archive documents for America's 250th anniversary The LBJ Presidential Library is commemorating America's 250th anniversary with a traveling exhibit featuring rare documents from the National Archive vault. https://westlakenews.org/news/mortgage-rates-edge-higher-amid-iran-tensions-inflation-uncertainty https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2231576428.jpg Mortgage rates edge higher amid Iran tensions, inflation uncertainty Mortgage rates edged slightly higher this week, with the average 30-year fixed loan rising to 6.49%, according to Freddie Mac, while remaining relatively stable over the past six weeks. https://westlakenews.org/news/colorado-mom-allegedly-bought-alcohol-daily-for-16-year-old-daughter-found-dead- https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gretchen-leanne-ryan-scaled.jpg Colorado mom allegedly bought alcohol daily for 16-year-old daughter found dead with 173 empty bottles A Colorado mother has been charged in connection with the death of her 16-year-old daughter, who prosecutors say drank herself to death and had 173 empty alcohol bottles hidden in her bedroom. https://westlakenews.org/news/stolen-vehicle-recovered-within-minutes-of-report-police https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/untitled-april-15-2026-at-10.22.25-6.jpeg Stolen vehicle recovered within minutes of report: police The Round Rock Police Department says it recovered a stolen vehicle within minutes of receiving the report with the help of license plate readers. https://westlakenews.org/news/mistrial-declared-after-jury-deadlocks-in-palisades-fire-trial https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/jonathan-doj-scaled.jpg Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in Palisades Fire trial A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-comptroller-candidate-sarah-eckhardt-pledges-sweeping-review-of-state-prog https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Eckhardt.png?w=900 Texas Comptroller candidate Sarah Eckhardt pledges sweeping review of state programs State Senator and Democratic Texas Comptroller candidate Sarah Eckhardt says her priorities include reviewing Texas' spending to better serve Texans-- including school vouchers. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-democratic-candidates-look-to-rally-base-in-corpus-christi https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_4266.jpeg?w=900 Texas Democratic candidates look to rally base in Corpus Christi A lot of eyes will be on State Rep. James Talarico, D - Austin, who is looking to become the first Texas Democrat to win a statewide seat in more than three decades. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-serial-killer-raul-meza-facing-new-charge-after-csam-found-on-his-phone https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/09/raul-meza2.jpg Austin serial killer Raul Meza facing new charge after CSAM found on his phone Austin serial killer Raul Meza is facing a new felony charge after child sexual abuse material, or CSAM, was found on his phone. https://westlakenews.org/news/waxing-kit-recall-expanded-due-to-overheating-concerns https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/lomi1.jpeg Waxing kit recall expanded due to overheating concerns The recall for a popular waxing kit has been expanded due to possible fire and risks after some have reported overheating. https://westlakenews.org/news/giraffe-that-escaped-texas-ranch-spotted-by-helicopter-manager-says https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gracie-helicopter.jpg Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch. https://westlakenews.org/news/gun-found-in-childs-backpack-at-pflugerville-church-day-camp https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/The-exterior-of-Pflugerville-Community-Church.jpg?w=756 Gun found in child's backpack at Pflugerville church day camp Earlier this month, police responded to Pflugerville Community Church Preschool when a teacher found a gun in a student's backpack, the police department said in an email. https://westlakenews.org/news/thinking-of-taking-a-road-trip-you-may-want-to-avoid-these-states-new-research-s https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26020138899413-e1782245097660.jpg?w=900 Thinking of taking a road trip? You may want to avoid these states, new research shows Going on a summer road trip is always a “fun” time – but new research suggests that some places may be better than others when it comes to packing up the car and hitting the road. https://westlakenews.org/news/more-buc-ees-locations-announced-in-national-expansion https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2157293915-scaled.jpg More Buc-ee's locations announced in national expansion Popular mega-gas station chain Buc-ee’s opened up their first location in Arizona this week, bringing their nationwide total to 56 locations across 13 states. https://westlakenews.org/news/police-texas-woman-shot-stabbed-and-dismembered-partner-before-dumping-remains https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/audrey-troncoso.jpg Police: Texas woman shot, stabbed, and dismembered partner before dumping remains A 31-year-old woman has confessed to violently killing and dismembering a man with whom she lived, following an anonymous tip that led detectives to a Texas landfill, police said Thursday. https://westlakenews.org/news/fentanyl-death-austin-man-sentenced-to-20-years-in-prison https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2021/10/gavelnew.jpg Fentanyl death: Austin man sentenced to 20 years in prison An Austin man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for distribution of fentanyl resulting in death. https://westlakenews.org/news/dont-get-fired-over-a-new-york-knicks-trash-bin-heres-how-to-get-one-for-free https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/dsny-knicks-trash-bin-e1782496953155.jpg?w=900 Don't get fired over a New York Knicks trash bin. Here's how to get one for free This New York Knicks trash bin won't cost you your job. https://westlakenews.org/news/uss-fertility-rate-has-declined-since-2007-its-even-worse-in-these-states https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1981334529-e1768592227478.jpg?w=800 US's fertility rate has declined since 2007. It's even worse in these states The nation's fertility rate has dropped by more than 20% since 2007. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-fugitive-captured-in-remote-oregon-wilderness https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/my-project-2023-08-15t22-23-38-9.jpeg Texas fugitive captured in remote Oregon wilderness A Georgetown man wanted in Bastrop for continuous sexual assault of two children has been captured in Oregon. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-serial-killer-serving-life-sentence-charged-with-child-porn-possession https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/08/Mezas-defense-attorneys-put-a-plea-offer-on-the-record-Tuesday-which-the-judge-said-she-would-not-accept-because-it-includes-the-potantial-of-parole.-.jpg?w=660 Austin ‘serial killer’ serving life sentence charged with child porn possession A 65-year-old man convicted of three central Texas murders from 1982, 2019 and 2023, now faces child pornography charges, according to court documents obtained by KXAN. https://westlakenews.org/news/mustang-ridge-pd-looking-for-suspect-accused-of-stealing-utv-from-construction-s https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1059/986/0x430/90/fa06c5f5-f2b1-4636-a941-eb7edc19fbdb-729375673_1019472193812560_2781424762616297401_n.jpg Mustang Ridge PD looking for suspect accused of stealing UTV from construction site Police in Mustang Ridge are looking for a suspect accused of stealing a utility task vehicle (UTV) from a construction site.Officials say they have had three ca https://westlakenews.org/news/family-of-man-killed-by-falling-tree-at-green-mesquite-bbq-sues-alleging-gross-n https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/3024/986/0x175/90/076e97fd-9ae4-4d94-a8e1-f2e2e5dd20a3-IMG_0637.jpeg Family of man killed by falling tree at Green Mesquite BBQ sues, alleging gross negligence The family of a man killed by a falling tree at an Austin barbecue restaurant has filed a lawsuit against the restaurant and the property owners, alleging the t https://westlakenews.org/news/two-killed-in-wrong-way-rollover-crash-at-i-35-and-i-37-interchange https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/333/986/708x390/90/f362e011-7a9f-4efc-aaef-a05716023a0c-ChatGPTImageJun25202605_44_05AM.png Two killed in wrong-way rollover crash at I-35 and I-37 interchange SAN ANTONIO - Two people are dead after a rollover crash downtown. The crash happened around 2:30 a.m. Thursday at the Interstate 35 a https://westlakenews.org/news/historic-texas-tall-ship-sails-to-new-york-to-celebrate-americas-250th-birthday https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/5272/986/0x492/90/f848a693-beed-4922-b3d6-2a3b3f80b820-1877ELISSA3CreditGreenwaltProductions_GalvestonHistorical.jpg Historic Texas Tall Ship sails to New York to celebrate America's 250th Birthday A piece of Texas history is on the move.The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA, the Official Tall Ship of Texas, is currently making its way along the East Coast as part of https://westlakenews.org/news/a-warm-winter-shrunk-fredericksburgs-peach-crop-heres-the-good-news https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1024/1320/0x2/90/0d45519e-ee76-41e8-b242-ec7f220c4a40-Image.jfif A Warm Winter Shrunk Fredericksburg's Peach Crop. Here's the Good News. Peach season has arrived in the Texas Hill Country, and while growers say this year's crop is smaller than average, they remain optimistic about the season and https://westlakenews.org/news/hundreds-gather-to-remember-pease-park-troll-as-austin-fire-investigation-contin https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1101/986/0x2/90/17f43877-d17a-483c-a0b5-cb21c0ecd2b0-Screenshot20260625092919.png Hundreds gather to remember Pease Park troll as Austin fire investigation continues Hundreds of Austinites gathered at Pease Park this evening to remember Malin, the beloved Pease Park troll sculpture that burned down last month, as investigato https://westlakenews.org/news/cedar-park-police-to-host-career-open-house-july-1-at-new-training-center https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1013/986/0x96/90/89b644b0-3a06-4622-8c66-41db8dc68f69-Screenshot20260624142429.png Cedar Park police to host career open house July 1 at new training center Cedar Park recently unveiled a new Public Safety Training Center, where they will host a career open house. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-found-dead-in-se-austin-home-police-investigating-death-as-homicide https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/4032/986/0x378/90/fbf72b77-3628-4d8c-999f-ee3c93b55dad-IMG_2956.jpeg Man found dead in SE Austin home, police investigating death as homicide A man was found dead inside a Southeast Austin home Wednesday after a friend who had not heard from him in about a week made entry and discovered his body, poli https://westlakenews.org/news/del-valle-isd-police-officer-indicted-on-six-counts-of-tampering-with-government https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/3342/986/1492x1575/90/a7a6bb19-79c8-4b23-b1dd-634db9f55864-IMG_4148.JPG Del Valle ISD police officer indicted on six counts of tampering with government record The Travis County District Attorney's Office announced the indictment of a Del Valle ISD police officer. https://westlakenews.org/news/hays-county-approves-resolution-to-fight-rabies-outbreak https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/4498/986/0x235/90/8b39e36a-c318-4670-a49a-60316b24b90e-GettyImages2204162690.jpg Hays County approves resolution to fight rabies outbreak The Hays County Commissioners Court has officially approved a resolution to address the rabies outbreak affecting pets and wildlife in the area. https://westlakenews.org/news/snap-junk-food-purchase-restrictions-take-effect-july-1-in-arkansas-see-what-oth https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2025/11/gettyimages-2246730128-copy-scaled.jpg SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too. https://westlakenews.org/news/heat-dome-to-bring-parts-of-texas-first-100-degree-day-of-the-year https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/heat-dome.jpg Heat dome to bring parts of Texas first 100-degree day of the year A heat dome that is building across the southern U.S. this weekend will push temperatures into the triple digits for much of Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/central-texas-families-invited-to-free-30minute-swim-safety-lesson https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2019/09/IMG_2139.jpg?w=900 Central Texas families invited to free 30‑minute swim safety lesson Grab your sunscreen and swimsuits, the "World's Largest Swimming Lesson" kicks off Thursday across Central Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/kyle-man-sentenced-following-series-of-armed-robberies-in-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2023/09/GettyImages-1056779176-1.jpg?w=900 Kyle man sentenced following series of armed robberies in Austin A Kyle man was sentenced to serve 24 years in prison on three charges related to multiple armed robberies committed in 2025. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-armed-robberies-24-year-jail-sentence-for-kyle-man https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/yealwilliams.jpg Austin armed robberies: 24 year jail sentence for Kyle man A Kyle man has been sentenced to 24 years in jail for three charges related to multiple armed robberies in Austin in 2025. https://westlakenews.org/news/grand-ole-opry-and-ryman-auditorium-up-for-sale-in-nashville https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2020/03/e4692841d673425b8b34861807dfb089.jpg?w=891 Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium up for sale in Nashville Ryman Hospitality Properties is selling a 70% stake in a portfolio that includes the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium. https://westlakenews.org/news/new-local-restaurant-on-south-congress-to-preserve-longstanding-home https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/1403scongress004.jpg?w=900 New local restaurant on South Congress to preserve longstanding home The Bergen-Todd House, built in 1877 and located on South Congress Avenue, is being preserved and turned into a restaurant by Matthew Moreno and Dustin Minium, co-founders of Connie's bar and café. https://westlakenews.org/news/owner-says-viral-boeing-777-flyby-at-texas-airstrip-was-for-marketing-video-as-f https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AdobeStock_383302341_Editorial_Use_Only.jpeg?w=900 Owner says viral Boeing 777 flyby at Texas airstrip was for marketing video as FAA investigates A viral video showing a Boeing 777 cargo jet flying low over a Horseshoe Bay runway has triggered an FAA investigation. The aircraft's owner told KXAN the flyby was part of a marketing video but said https://westlakenews.org/news/us-new-world-screwworm-cases-rise-to-20-as-texas-outbreak-expands https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2282764485.jpg U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands Federal and state officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 20, with all but one located in Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/student-news-now-trees-replanted-after-flooding-schools-consider-bible-excerpts- https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/07/AP25196678459516_0c67d8.jpg?w=900 Student News Now: Trees replanted after flooding; Schools consider Bible excerpts; Millions of bees escape in Texas In this week's episode of Student News Now on KXAN+, groups are planting trees and other plants along rivers and creeks that saw major flooding last July. https://westlakenews.org/news/social-security-july-payment-schedule-heres-when-recipients-get-their-checks https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2025/07/social-security-getty.jpg Social Security July payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks Social Security July payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks. https://westlakenews.org/news/amy-adams-helped-save-stabbing-victim-using-skills-from-medical-show-she-says https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2280043402-e1782412071635.jpg?w=900 Amy Adams helped save stabbing victim using skills from medical show, she says “The more you struggle, the faster you’re going to bleed. Just lay down," she remembered telling the victim. https://westlakenews.org/news/brothers-accused-of-mishandling-dozens-of-decomposing-bodies-at-colorado-funeral https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/03/casket-getty-scaled.jpg Brothers accused of mishandling dozens of decomposing bodies at Colorado funeral home Former Pueblo County Coroner Brian Lee Cotter and his brother, Christopher Aaron Cotter, were arrested in Colorado and face 125 counts of abuse of a corpse, with a judge setting their bond at $1 milli https://westlakenews.org/news/welfare-check-leads-to-5th-homicide-in-two-weeks-after-70-year-old-found-dead https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_8478.jpeg?w=900 Welfare check leads to 5th homicide in two weeks after 70-year-old found dead Austin police tell KXAN a friend of the victim hadn't heard from him in a week, came over, went inside, and found the white man in his 70s dead. https://westlakenews.org/news/thick-layer-of-saharan-dust-just-days-away https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Saharan-dust-Monday-1.jpg?w=781 Thick layer of Saharan dust just days away The effects of the incoming Saharan dust have already reached Austin, with more to come. https://westlakenews.org/news/a-new-bill-calls-for-25-minimum-wage-heres-where-that-isnt-sufficient https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP24115825435343-e1782419722100.jpg?w=900 A new bill calls for $25 minimum wage. Here's where that isn't 'sufficient' While it's way more than the current federal minimum wage, data shows it may not be enough for some. https://westlakenews.org/news/flu-cases-at-texas-base-hit-275-as-services-again-require-recruits-to-get-shots https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26125439202437-e1777985245359.jpg?w=900 Flu cases at Texas base hit 275 as services again require recruits to get shots The number of flu cases at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas continues to rise in the wake of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s banishment of the influenza vaccine mandate for service members. https://westlakenews.org/news/elon-musk-ordered-to-give-deposition-in-alleged-vote-buying-election-scheme https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/69668bcde7f8a5.16591480-e1782470933280.jpeg?w=900 Elon Musk ordered to give deposition in alleged 'vote buying' election scheme A federal judge on Thursday ordered Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify under oath in two cases where he is accused of defrauding voters in swing states before the 2024 general election. https://westlakenews.org/news/palisades-fire-verdict-jury-deadlocked-florida-man-charged-with-starting-histori https://static.fox35orlando.com/www.fox35orlando.com/content/uploads/2026/06/jonathanrinderknecht-1.jpg Palisades Fire verdict: Jury deadlocked; Florida man charged with starting historic California fire A Los Angeles jury has announced it is deadlocked in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire. https://westlakenews.org/news/heres-how-often-ai-doctors-get-things-wrong-according-to-human-experts https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/ask-chatgpt-getty-scaled.jpg Here's how often AI ‘doctors’ get things wrong, according to human experts A new study reveals how AI is changing the game for online medical advice, but researchers urge caution before you self-diagnose. https://westlakenews.org/news/jane-doe-found-in-mississippi-river-identified-more-than-50-years-later https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/cheryledwards.jpg Jane Doe found in Mississippi River identified more than 50 years later Iowa authorities have identified a teenage girl whose body was found in the Mississippi River more than 50 years ago, solving the state's longest-unidentified "Jane Doe" case. https://westlakenews.org/news/tsa-finds-hidden-smoke-grenades-at-indianapolis-airport https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/hlqzw6iwcaa236g-1a.jpg TSA finds hidden smoke grenades at Indianapolis airport TSA officers at Indianapolis International Airport recently intercepted two live smoke grenades hidden inside a traveler's checked luggage. https://westlakenews.org/news/giraffe-loose-in-texas-5k-reward-offered-for-information-leading-to-capture-safe https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gracie-giraffe.jpg Giraffe loose in Texas: $5K reward offered for information leading to capture, safe return A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch. https://westlakenews.org/news/annelise-camp-update-texas-ag-says-louisiana-hospital-accepting-transfer-from-ho https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2026/06/vlcsnap-2026-06-24-22h55m01s723.png Annelise Camp update: Texas AG says Louisiana hospital accepting transfer from Houston According to a statement on Facebook by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a hospital in Louisiana has accepted her transfer to receive continued care and specialized treatment. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-saves-dog-from-burning-semi-after-enduring-violent-wreck-in-w-virginia https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Image-2-e1782407279965.jpg?w=839 Man saves dog from burning semi after enduring violent wreck in W. Virginia A man saved a dog from a burning tractor trailer after the semi veered into his vehicle and caused a devastating crash. https://westlakenews.org/news/after-withdrawing-from-nba-draft-as-a-texas-freshman-dillon-mitchell-finally-hea https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/01/AP24021422962553.jpg?w=900 After withdrawing from NBA Draft as a Texas freshman, Dillon Mitchell finally heard his name called Boston selected the former Texas Longhorn with the No. 40 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and the 5-star recruit who spent two seasons in burnt orange will get his shot in the league long after he https://westlakenews.org/news/waymo-says-self-driving-cars-show-fewer-crashes-than-humans https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/699dc1bb774e13.22610946_acd373-e1779452650596.jpeg?w=900 Waymo says self-driving cars show fewer crashes than humans Waymo says its self-driving vehicles show fewer serious crashes than human drivers, including improved safety outcomes in Austin after millions of miles on the road. https://westlakenews.org/news/hopdoddy-burger-bar-under-new-ownership https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/05/thumbnail_image006.png?w=618 Hopdoddy Burger Bar under new ownership Hopdoddy Burger Bar has been acquired by Founders Table Restaurant Group. https://westlakenews.org/news/athletes-in-ohio-challenge-new-age-based-eligibility-rules-set-by-ncaa https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/AP24144555257218-e1761494997489.jpg?w=800 Athletes in Ohio challenge new age-based eligibility rules set by NCAA The NCAA will now allow athletes five seasons of competition over a five-year period that begins with their full-time enrollment or the academic year following their 19th birthday, whichever occurs fi https://westlakenews.org/news/community-gathers-to-remember-malin-the-pease-park-troll https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/malin.png?w=900 Community gathers to remember Malin, the Pease Park troll Wednesday, people gathered at Pease Park to remember Malin, the beloved Pease Park troll, lost in a fire in May. https://westlakenews.org/news/david-clayton-thomas-lead-singer-of-blood-sweat-tears-dies https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/clayton-thomas-gfx-scaled.jpg David Clayton-Thomas, lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears who was known for hits including “Spinning Wheel" and “And When I Die," has died at 84. https://westlakenews.org/news/bankruptcy-declaration-leaves-lawsuits-against-camp-mystic-in-limbo https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/12/68d3441bf23de3.50041315-e1765133981432.jpeg?w=800 Bankruptcy declaration leaves lawsuits against Camp Mystic in limbo Camp Mystic and its related entities have filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy, which has put all five lawsuits against them on hold, but the families of the 25 campers and two counselors who died in last https://westlakenews.org/news/san-marcos-seniors-forced-to-relocate-after-facility-stops-accepting-medicaid-re https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Brookdale-San-Marcos.jpg?w=900 San Marcos seniors forced to relocate after facility stops accepting Medicaid residents With just days until several seniors must leave a San Marcos assisted living facility, advocates say the situation highlights a broader issue facing families across Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/neymar-makes-world-cup-debut-for-brazil-in-first-appearance-since-2023 https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/neymar-brazil-getty-scaled.jpg Neymar makes World Cup debut for Brazil in first appearance since 2023 Neymar has finally played in this World Cup for Brazil, back in time for the knockout rounds. https://westlakenews.org/news/usda-issues-health-alert-for-boneless-chicken-breast-product-sold-at-kroger-and- https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/dijon-boneless-chicken-breast.jpeg USDA issues health alert for boneless chicken breast product sold at Kroger and Fred Meyer stores The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for raw honey Dijon boneless chicken breast products due to misbranding and undecla https://westlakenews.org/news/new-world-screwworm-poses-threat-to-central-texas-shelter-pets-stray-animals https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/06/003.jpg?w=900 New World screwworm poses threat to Central Texas shelter pets, stray animals The threat of New World screwworm led local nonprofit Austin Pets Alive! to overhaul its intake, medical and transport systems, but as President and CEO Dr. Ellen Jefferson explained, costs of medicat https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-homicides-apd-investigating-5-cases-within-2-weeks https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/apd-investigating-5-homicides-in-2-weeks.jpg Austin homicides: APD investigating 5 cases within 2 weeks Austin police are investigating five homicides that have happened within the past two weeks. They say the recent string of killings are not connected. https://westlakenews.org/news/former-army-soldier-from-texas-pleads-guilty-to-child-exploitation-crimes https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2022/09/c48c63b7-gavelnew-1.jpg Former Army soldier from Texas pleads guilty to child exploitation crimes A former Army solider pleaded guilty last week to child exploitation crimes he committed while living in Alaska and Texas, the Department of Justice announced. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-nonprofit-tackles-foster-care-homelessness https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/LIFE-WORKS.jpg?w=364 Austin nonprofit tackles foster care, homelessness Testimony focused on federal Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) vouchers and increasing housing resources and for young Texans. https://westlakenews.org/news/ground-breaking-ceremony-held-for-lockhart-isd-affordable-housing-development https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_7876.jpg?w=900 Ground breaking ceremony held for Lockhart ISD affordable housing development Lockhart Independent School District leaders, construction workers, and community members broke ground Wednesday morning on an affordable housing development dedicated to district staff. https://westlakenews.org/news/travis-countys-public-defender-shortage-years-in-the-making https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2022/07/commissioners-courts-e1755105688190.jpg?w=418 Travis County's public defender shortage 'years in the making' The 20% of defendants who need a public defender must wait until one is available, potentially pausing proceedings for years. https://westlakenews.org/news/baseball-social-media-star-with-impressive-rise-to-triple-a-in-texas https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/John-Taylor0.jpg?w=900 Baseball social media star with impressive rise to Triple-A in Texas There will often be some veterans with big league experience, but most players are far from household names. John Taylor doesn't really fall into either category for the Round Rock Express. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-area-teens-develop-app-aimed-at-fighting-food-insecurity https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/App-Demo.mp4.00_00_00_00.Still001.jpg?w=900 Austin-area teens develop app aimed at fighting food insecurity As food insecurity rises during the summer months, four Central Texas teens are using technology to help families access food, identify allergens and make meals with ingredients they already have. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-forecast-to-be-hit-by-huge-plume-of-saharan-dust https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2026/06/584a0672-dust-plume.jpg Texas forecast to be hit by huge plume of Saharan dust A large plume of dust from the Sahara Desert is forecast to hit Texas last this weekend or early next week. https://westlakenews.org/news/harrison-makes-cut-for-usa-baseball-national-collegiate-team-training-camp https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/GettyImages-2271679404.jpg?w=900 Harrison makes cut for USA Baseball National Collegiate Team training camp Left-handed pitcher Luke Harrison is a late addition to the USA Baseball National Collegiate Team training camp roster, bringing the total Longhorns to four. Pitchers Dylan Volantis and Sam Cozart, al https://westlakenews.org/news/missouri-fugitive-arrested-after-11-hour-swat-standoff-in-del-valle https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/police-lights-e1775469919711.jpg?w=900 Missouri fugitive arrested after 11-hour SWAT standoff in Del Valle U.S. Marshals arrested a Missouri fugitive in Del Valle after an 11-hour standoff, with the suspect now awaiting extradition on felony sex offense charges. https://westlakenews.org/news/bee-cave-acupuncture-plans-third-austin-location-whatnow https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/J6_coFbogxhRI9iM864NL_liGXvsQp2AupsKei7z0cNNfDvGUmWUy20nuUhkREQyrpY4bEeIBuc=s0-w300 Bee Cave Acupuncture Plans Third Austin Location - WhatNow <a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiiwFBVV95cUxOWDBYWUgydjJVQUduZ3FkTlFic0ZQa1R2WTY5cWRZbG4xbjk3eUFwZUdvc0kxSGJHWENwZFFnUng1aVFMMWZ0bC1WT3hpTVhZbVUteVd4N0cyQ1dJX3RfNnM5SFFDRVItby1sTFpxVj https://westlakenews.org/news/four-longhorns-named-to-d1baseballcom-all-american-team https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26165198910356.jpg?w=900 Four Longhorns named to D1Baseball.com All-American team Dylan Volantis, Sam Cozart, Carson Tinney and Aiden Robbins became the latest Longhorns to earn All-American honors from D1Baseball.com. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-police-seek-publics-help-in-south-austin-homicide-investigation https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_4351.jpeg?w=540 Austin police seek public's help in South Austin homicide investigation Austin police are asking for the public's help as detectives continue searching for answers in the killing of a woman found at a South Austin apartment complex. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-police-investigate-another-homicide-in-southeast-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_8478.jpeg?w=900 Austin Police investigate another homicide in southeast Austin It happened in the 1200 block of Lambs Lane in Austin. https://westlakenews.org/news/new-braunfels-city-manager-to-retire-after-18-years-leading-city https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2023/11/GettyImages-1459860743.jpg?w=900 New Braunfels city manager to retire after 18 years leading city New Braunfels City Manager Robert Camareno plans to retire in May 2027 after 18 years. https://westlakenews.org/news/police-call-suspect-a-monster-in-killing-of-woman-found-at-se-austin-apartments https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/91417de5-8381-4839-8b42-7b67a96f4d3b-Untitleddesign19.png Police call suspect 'a monster' in killing of woman found at SE Austin apartments Homicide Detective Israel Pina outlined details of the case Wednesday at a news conference at Austin Public Safety Headquarters. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-fire-department-announces-death-of-retired-arson-k-9-smokey https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/695/986/0x39/90/66b734f4-3d1f-47c7-bdca-67eb1b5e5057-730126844_18606512044040544_4964437003313903825_n.jpg Austin Fire Department announces death of retired arson K-9, Smokey The Austin Fire Department is mourning the death of Smokey, a retired arson detection K-9 who died June 16 at the age of 14.ALSO | Round Rock police arrest man https://westlakenews.org/news/round-rock-police-arrest-man-six-minutes-after-stolen-vehicle-report https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2565/986/0x882/90/a128d0e5-4711-4949-a5cd-6f38ebab0b6d-CopyofCopyofThisisJehari.2.jpeg Round Rock police arrest man six minutes after stolen vehicle report A 22-year-old man was arrested June 15 just six minutes after Round Rock police received a stolen vehicle report.Officers responded to a report of a vehicle sto https://westlakenews.org/news/manor-responds-to-lawsuit-brought-by-local-game-room-vendor https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2022/12/IMG_9195.jpg?w=900 Manor responds to lawsuit brought by local game room vendor The lawsuit was brought by Amigos Vending and argues that a city ordinance affecting their business overstepped state law. https://westlakenews.org/news/six-killed-in-fiery-two-vehicle-crash-in-hill-county-identified https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/612/986/0x38/90/f5a6ab29-cbf6-45c5-bffd-22e64c375fea-gettyimages2228085173612x612.jpg Six killed in fiery two-vehicle crash in Hill County identified Six killed in fiery head-on crash on SH 171 near FM 3155 after a Nissan tried to pass and hit an oncoming Ford van. Four Hillsboro victims named; a 10-year-old survived. Investigation ongoing. https://westlakenews.org/news/three-more-new-world-screwworm-cases-reported-total-reaches-19 https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/1b2e449d-0689-428a-8d78-b1416f42ba83-vlcsnap00003.jpg Three more New World Screwworm cases reported; total reaches 19 A growing number of New World screwworm cases has been confirmed in the United States, with all active cases currently concentrated in Texas.There are now 19 co https://westlakenews.org/news/more-bible-stories-for-public-schools-given-initial-approval-by-texas-education- https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/841/986/0x44/90/b0181641-d8ac-4ade-89db-4e3a8c218b17-Screenshot20260622122427.png More Bible stories for public schools given initial approval by Texas education board Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible.The major https://westlakenews.org/news/missing-82-year-old-austin-man-found-silver-alert-discontinued https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/07d533cc-235e-4701-b9f7-9f6474738cc2-Untitleddesign17.png Missing 82-year-old Austin man found, Silver Alert discontinued UPDATE:John Alexander has been found, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.The Silver Alert has been discontinued.ORIGINAL STORY:Austin police a https://westlakenews.org/news/solar-car-derby-day-draws-125-pec-campers-to-cedar-park-for-hands-on-stem-fun https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1280/986/center/90/01a046f4-2539-466b-81ca-c56a67eba6e0-f5c5b6bffcd747849fcc59b7b927c114.png Solar Car Derby Day draws 125 PEC campers to Cedar Park for hands-on STEM fun Today, Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) held its fifth annual Solar Car Derby Day at the Cedar Park Recreation Center. The event was put on as part of Camp https://westlakenews.org/news/camp-mystic-files-for-bankruptcy-almost-one-year-after-deadly-floods https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/5462/986/0x285/90/5542be10-5c86-4374-887f-3dec1309f2e5-AP26175454965565.jpg Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy almost one year after deadly floods Camp Mystic has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization, nearly a year after floods killed 25 young campers and two counselors at the Texas summer camp. https://westlakenews.org/news/kyle-police-arrest-19-year-old-and-13-year-old-after-stolen-vehicle-pursuit-on-i https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/100ecb93-f40b-4dd2-8404-14465c2c591c-Untitleddesign18.png Kyle police arrest 19-year-old and 13-year-old after stolen vehicle pursuit on I-35 A 19-year-old Austin man with outstanding warrants and a 13-year-old passenger were arrested Monday evening following a stolen vehicle pursuit on I-35 in Kyle.A https://westlakenews.org/news/tcso-at-scene-of-rollover-crash-involving-18-wheeler-in-southeast-travis-county https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media/656ffd61-9270-456e-bfae-eeadb4aae99b-large16x9_carolinelnstabbing4.png?1523529321737 TCSO at scene of rollover crash involving 18-wheeler in southeast Travis County The Travis County Sheriff's Office is currently responding to a rollover collision involving an 18-wheeler in southeast Travis County.The crash occurred on nort https://westlakenews.org/news/man-dies-after-stabbing-on-south-lamar-boulevard-woman-says-she-acted-in-self-de https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/4032/986/0x378/90/ba64b8fb-606e-4ec2-8e2b-d7838759894f-Image33.jpg Man dies after stabbing on South Lamar Boulevard, woman says she acted in self-defense A man died early Wednesday after a stabbing on South Lamar Boulevard in which the woman involved told police she acted in self-defense after the man threatened https://westlakenews.org/news/missing-giraffe-gracie-still-on-the-loose-in-texas-hill-country-officials-say https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/597/986/128x122/90/e5f9fb8b-a308-4df5-ac3e-d9670334d9b0-727940654_122120771121249453_1977594080331078771_n.jpg Missing giraffe Gracie still on the loose in Texas Hill Country, officials say LEAKEY, Texas - A Hill Country ranch owner is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the safe return of a giraffe last seen Monday in Leakey, about 90 miles northwest of San Antonio. https://westlakenews.org/news/the-majority-of-texans-oppose-data-center-construction-in-their-communities https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/32704939-5e14-498a-a827-5fa470d3ce06-PorjectJupiterOpenHouse_0001_frame_43.jpeg The majority of Texans oppose data center construction in their communities The majority of Texans oppose data center construction. A poll released Tuesday shows 56% do not want a data center built in their community.The poll conducted https://westlakenews.org/news/congressional-panel-demands-travis-county-das-records-on-immigration-prosecution https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2016/986/0x158/90/61cc92ea-ec44-4e57-967f-465431461bc6-josegarza.jpg Congressional panel demands Travis County DA's records on immigration prosecution Congressional panel demands Travis County DA's records on immigration prosecution https://westlakenews.org/news/ken-paxton-and-james-talarico-are-neck-and-neck-in-us-senate-race-new-poll-finds https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2999/986/0x1/90/4df1c774-7c5d-444d-ba59-22a8c4fb91ff-GettyImages2277759129.jpg Ken Paxton and James Talarico are neck and neck in U.S. Senate race, new poll finds Ken Paxton and James Talarico are neck and neck in U.S. Senate race, new poll finds https://westlakenews.org/news/man-pleads-guilty-to-aggravated-robbery-in-2019-homicide https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/GettyImages-1056779176_89b6c0-e1762472667988.jpg?w=800 Man pleads guilty to aggravated robbery in 2019 homicide A Hays County court sentenced a man to serve 15 years in prison in connection with a 2019 homicide. https://westlakenews.org/news/death-investigation-underway-after-body-found-in-burned-vehicle-on-far-west-side https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/5712/986/0x536/90/d04ce5db-d7e6-482f-a266-e9e1e9af850b-IMG_0021.jpeg Death investigation underway after body found in burned vehicle on Far West Side SAN ANTONIO — A death investigation is underway after a body was recovered from a burning vehicle on the city’s Far West Side.The remains were found on Gross La https://westlakenews.org/news/travis-county-da-warns-residents-of-phone-scam-impersonating-staff https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/03/An-exterior-shot-of-the-Travis-County-District-Attorneys-Office.jpg?w=771 Travis County DA warns residents of phone scam impersonating staff The Travis County District Attorney’s Office has received four reports from residents who said they were contacted by someone claiming to work for the district attorney’s office. https://westlakenews.org/news/slowly-hotter-but-triple-digit-free-to-end-june https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/HIGH-PRESSURE.jpg?w=900 Slowly hotter, but triple digit free to end June We may not see triple digit heat return to Austin until after July 4 this year, which would be later than normal! -- Nick Bannin https://westlakenews.org/news/abortion-pill-debate-returns-to-texas-capitol-as-lawmakers-review-new-law https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1275/986/0x65/90/6ed2ce61-458a-4d0a-bee6-29d82da6a7a2-abortionpill.jpg Abortion pill debate returns to Texas Capitol as lawmakers review new law The debate over access to abortion pills in Texas returned to the Texas Capitol on Tuesday during a Senate State Affairs Committee hearing on the latest law res https://westlakenews.org/news/suspects-arrested-after-homeowner-shoots-back-during-vehicle-burglaries-deputies https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1280/986/center/90/6d54f98d-f581-4bf3-962d-96a3a342daf4-youtubethumbnail1280x720October232025at14.01.141standardyoutubethumbnail1280x7209.png Suspects arrested after homeowner shoots back during vehicle burglaries, deputies say Several suspects arrested after a far West Bexar County vehicle burglary turned into a shootout with a homeowner. No injuries. Police say stolen credit card use led to a chase, with two stolen vehicle https://westlakenews.org/news/hays-cisd-superintendent-dr-eric-wright-announces-retirement https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/ad362413-ae99-401b-a318-f78d6f608fad-Untitleddesign.png Hays CISD Superintendent Dr. Eric Wright announces retirement Hays CISD superintendent, Dr. Eric Wright, announced his retirement from district leadership effective February 2027. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-man-arrested-following-stolen-car-investigation-in-kyle https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/charles-nichols.jpg Austin man arrested following stolen car investigation in Kyle An Austin man and a teenager were arrested following a stolen car and reckless driving report in Kyle, police said. https://westlakenews.org/news/air-force-firefighter-injured-in-austin-hit-and-run-returns-home https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/south-austin-hit-and-run-victim-returns-home.jpg Air Force firefighter injured in Austin hit-and-run returns home A 23-year-old is finally returning home to Omaha, Nebraska. The active-duty Air Force firefighter was visiting Austin for a brief vacation, but instead, he has spent the last 24 days in a trauma unit https://westlakenews.org/news/tesla-sued-after-katy-crash-leaves-76-year-old-woman-dead https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2026/06/tesla-photo.jpg Tesla sued after Katy crash leaves 76-year-old woman dead Tesla is facing a new wrongful death lawsuit in Texas after a crash that allegedly involved the company's Autopilot system left a 76-year-old grandmother dead inside her family's home. https://westlakenews.org/news/san-antonio-spurs-select-kentuckys-jayden-quaintance-with-no-20-pick-in-2026-nba https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2282517887.jpg San Antonio Spurs select Kentucky’s Jayden Quaintance with No. 20 pick in 2026 NBA Draft The San Antonio Spurs have selected high-upside Kentucky big man Jayden Quaintance with the 20th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft to pair with franchise star Victor Wembanyama. https://westlakenews.org/news/san-antonio-native-kingston-flemings-drafted-by-atlanta-hawks-after-stellar-hous https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2283030965-e1782269201226.jpg San Antonio native Kingston Flemings drafted by Atlanta Hawks after stellar Houston season University of Houston freshman guard Kingston Flemings has been selected eighth overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 NBA Draft after earning All-American honors and leading the Cougars to the Swee https://westlakenews.org/news/influencer-jake-lang-released-on-bond-ordered-to-leave-texas-within-24-hours https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/06232026-rr-pkg-use-this-david-jake-lang-frisco-ar_00.00.07.50.jpg Influencer Jake Lang released on bond, ordered to leave Texas within 24 hours Pardoned January 6th rioter Jake Lang has been released from jail on a reduced $250,000 bond and ordered to leave Texas within 24 hours following a felony terroristic threat charge. https://westlakenews.org/news/nba-draft-2026-chicago-bulls-draft-texas-standout-dailyn-swain-at-no-15 https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2283034074.jpg NBA Draft 2026: Chicago Bulls draft Texas standout Dailyn Swain at No. 15 Former Texas Longhorns standout Dailyn Swain has been selected 15th overall by the Chicago Bulls in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft following a spectacular breakout season. https://westlakenews.org/news/delta-ceo-ed-bastian-reveals-what-he-says-must-happen-for-airline-ticket-prices- https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/delta-ceo-getty-scaled.jpg Delta CEO Ed Bastian reveals what he says must happen for airline ticket prices to fall Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian is revealing exactly what it will take for elevated airline ticket prices to decline. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-fireworks-sales-open-june-24-what-to-know-before-buying https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-1241606434.jpg Texas fireworks sales open June 24: What to know before buying Texas Fourth of July fireworks sales officially kick off this Wednesday, June 24, but fire officials warn that even simple sparklers pose a serious burn risk for kids. https://westlakenews.org/news/data-centers-in-texas-state-and-city-leaders-squabble-over-water-usage https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/hays-co.-passes-industrial-high-water-use-resolution.jpg Data centers in Texas: State and city leaders squabble over water usage Data centers are under scrutiny. State and local leaders are working to regulate large scale water usage from data centers across the state. https://westlakenews.org/news/a-record-25-million-adults-under-35-are-living-with-their-parents https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/adult-child-with-parents-e1782381877489.jpg?w=900 A record 25 million adults under 35 are living with their parents More Americans under 35 are living with their parents, but it's not because they don't have jobs. https://westlakenews.org/news/judge-blocks-trump-administration-from-voting-proof-of-citizenship-implementatio https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26169757501113-1-e1782327260352.jpg?w=900 Judge blocks Trump administration from voting proof of citizenship implementation A federal judge on Wednesday permanently blocked the Trump administration’s executive order requiring proof of citizenship to vote, ruling in favor of 19 states that filed the lawsuit. https://westlakenews.org/news/survey-shows-gas-price-pain-rising-even-as-economic-confidence-stabilizes https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/customer-at-gas-pump.jpg Survey shows gas-price pain rising even as economic confidence stabilizes Rising gas prices are dealing a major hit to household budgets, with most Americans admitting that high gas prices are severely squeezing their finances, according to a new poll. https://westlakenews.org/news/alex-murdaugh-cites-unknown-male-dna-in-bid-for-new-testing https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-1247675693a.jpg Alex Murdaugh cites unknown male DNA in bid for new testing Alex Murdaugh's defense team filed a series of motions seeking independent DNA testing, a change of venue and expanded access to case materials as the convicted South Carolina attorney continues to ch https://westlakenews.org/news/us-supreme-court-sides-with-trump-in-removing-protections-for-hatian-and-syrian- https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/6a0f2d524c92e3.48487163.jpeg?w=900 US Supreme Court sides with Trump in removing protections for Hatian and Syrian refugees TPS was enacted in 1990 to allow individuals from foreign countries to temporarily live and work legally in the U.S. due to their countries experiencing extraordinary conditions. https://westlakenews.org/news/astronomers-find-fluffy-jupiter-sized-planets-less-dense-than-cotton-candy https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/planets-new-discovery-AP26175637322496.jpg?w=900 Astronomers find fluffy, Jupiter-sized planets less dense than cotton candy “These two planets have densities comparable to a nice blob of shaving foam, fresh from the can,” Dr. George Dransfield said. https://westlakenews.org/news/great-american-state-fair-street-closures-parking-restrictions-and-what-to-know https://static.fox5dc.com/www.fox5dc.com/content/uploads/2026/06/statefair-5.jpeg Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country https://westlakenews.org/news/germany-vs-ecuador-preview-ecuadors-world-cup-survival-on-the-line-in-nyc-nj https://static.fox5ny.com/www.fox5ny.com/content/uploads/2026/06/chatgpt-image-jun-25-2026-07_54_13-am.png Germany vs Ecuador preview: Ecuador’s World Cup survival on the line in NYC, NJ Germany faces Ecuador at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with major stakes for Ecuador and a local connection for fans across New York and New Jersey. https://westlakenews.org/news/hays-county-approves-resolution-to-address-rabies-outbreak https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/10/GettyImages-1264532496.jpg?w=900 Hays County approves resolution to address rabies outbreak On Tuesday, the Hays County Commissioners Court approved a resolution aimed at slowing the spread of rabies. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-police-releases-more-details-asks-for-publics-help-in-womans-murder https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/0617-homicide-.png?w=719 Austin Police releases more details, asks for public's help in woman's murder Austin Police released new details Wednesday and asked for the public's help regarding a homicide that took place in southeast Austin last week. https://westlakenews.org/news/missouri-fugitive-arrested-in-del-valle-following-11-hour-swat-standoff https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/04/43706303-POLICE-LIGHTS.jpg Missouri fugitive arrested in Del Valle following 11-hour SWAT standoff A Missouri man who was wanted for multiple sex offense charges was arrested in Del Valle after an 11-hour SWAT standoff. https://westlakenews.org/news/pentagon-restores-mandatory-flu-shots-for-all-recruits-as-boot-camp-outbreak-sic https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/military-vaccine-e1782394253663.jpg?w=900 Pentagon restores mandatory flu shots for all recruits as boot camp outbreak sickens nearly 300 The Pentagon said Wednesday that boot camps for all the military services are once again requiring the flu vaccination for all recruits after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the shot optional for https://westlakenews.org/news/missing-14-year-old-found-after-texas-amber-alert-issued https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/561d5237-audrey-amber-alert.jpg Missing 14-year-old found after Texas Amber Alert issued A missing 14-year-old girl has been found after an Amber Alert was issued in Texas on Wednesday. https://westlakenews.org/news/christian-school-pays-10k-to-student-suspended-for-coming-out-as-gay https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1707574597.jpg?w=900 Christian school pays $10K to student suspended for coming out as gay A Tennessee Christian school agreed to pay a former student $10,000 to settle a legal battle after she sued the school for barring her from graduation and suspending her after she came out as gay on s https://westlakenews.org/news/powerful-earthquakes-rock-venezuela-collapsing-buildings-in-caracas https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26175861332501.jpg?w=900 Powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela, collapsing buildings in Caracas A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shook Venezuela on Wednesday evening, seconds before a 7.5-magnitude quake hit, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-insurance-costs-surge-79-in-six-years-as-lawmakers-question-ai-impact-on-r https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2023/01/GettyImages-1235382636.jpg?w=900 Texas insurance costs surge 79% in six years as lawmakers question AI impact on rates During a Texas Senate Business and Commerce hearing Wednesday, lawmakers heard invited testimony examining soaring property and casualty insurance costs. Testimony focused on the need for more afforda https://westlakenews.org/news/nhl-in-austin-fans-react-to-start-of-process-to-bring-new-nhl-team-to-texas https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/NHL-in-Austin.jpg?w=900 NHL in Austin? Fans react to start of 'process' to bring new NHL team to Texas In a statement, the family told KXAN they have "the exclusive rights to bring an expansion NHL team to the state of Texas, with a primary focus on both Austin and Houston as potential markets... Each https://westlakenews.org/news/tsa-says-more-than-300-drones-have-been-seized-near-world-cup-sites https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/close-up-fans-world-cup-getty-scaled.jpg TSA says more than 300 drones have been seized near World Cup sites Hundreds of "unauthorized" drones have been seized at FIFA World Cup sites since the tournament began earlier this month. Here's what to know. https://westlakenews.org/news/oklahoma-arbys-manager-faces-felony-charge-after-allegedly-spitting-in-food-tran https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/amanda-hendricks.jpg Oklahoma Arby's manager faces felony charge after allegedly spitting in food, transmitting herpes An Oklahoma Arby's manager faces a felony charge after she allegedly spat in a woman's food, leading the woman to contract herpes. https://westlakenews.org/news/wendys-stock-surged-so-much-that-trading-was-halted-multiple-times https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/wendys-gettyimages-1225590770.jpg Wendy’s stock surged so much that trading was halted multiple times An explosive start to the trading day for Wendy’s meant that trading of the fast-food chain’s stock needed to be halted multiple times during the day. https://westlakenews.org/news/florida-man-accused-of-kidnapping-teen-hiding-her-in-dryer https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/screenshot-2026-06-24-142051.png Florida man accused of kidnapping teen, hiding her in dryer A Florida man was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a teenage girl and hiding her inside a clothes dryer at his Key Largo home, authorities said. https://westlakenews.org/news/austins-30th-homicide-of-2026-man-woman-stab-each-other-near-bus-stop https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/46743527971.jpg Austin's 30th homicide of 2026: Man, woman stab each other near bus stop The Austin Police Department is investigating a deadly stabbing near a bus stop on South Lamar Boulevard. https://westlakenews.org/news/july-forecast-released-for-central-texas https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/12/July-Forecast.jpg?w=900 July forecast released for Central Texas We're experiencing the wettest June since 2015 and still no triple digits in Austin yet, but that seems unlikely to hold as we head into July. https://westlakenews.org/news/usda-releases-states-snap-error-rates-texas-to-pay-826m-annually-under-one-big-b https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/08/68a878067587e6.71169213.jpeg?w=900 USDA releases states' SNAP error rates, Texas to pay $826M annually under One Big Beautiful Bill It's important that the rate was under 10% -- that's the line that would put Texas on the hook for a $1.06 billion payment to the federal government under the "One Big Beautiful Bill." https://westlakenews.org/news/photos-semi-truck-rolls-over-on-us-183 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_0074.jpg?w=900 PHOTOS: Semi-truck rolls over on US-183 Agencies responded early Wednesday morning after a semi-truck rolled over in southeastern Travis County. https://westlakenews.org/news/1-injured-after-incident-involving-18-wheeler-in-northwest-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/04/IMG_6593.jpg?w=900 1 injured after incident involving 18-wheeler in northwest Austin One person was injured Wednesday after a crash involving a semi-truck and a single vehicle in northwest Austin. https://westlakenews.org/news/new-power-plant-to-bring-more-energy-to-west-texas https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2022/12/texas-power-grid-ercot-puc.jpg New power plant to bring more energy to West Texas The two natural gas units will add to Vistra's Permian Basin Power Plant in Ward County and create 860 megawatts of energy. https://westlakenews.org/news/17-states-take-california-to-court-over-plastic-packaging-rules https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/single-use-plastics.jpg 17 states take California to court over plastic packaging rules A coalition of states is suing California to block a sweeping recycling law, claiming its strict plastic waste regulations would force businesses nationwide to overhaul their products and operations. https://westlakenews.org/news/i-35-northbound-mainlanes-to-close-nightly-in-south-austin-for-multiple-weekends https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2019/08/I-35_1444682317612_348605_ver1.0.jpg I-35 northbound mainlanes to close nightly in South Austin for multiple weekends If you're planning on driving on I-35 in South Austin over the next few weekends, TxDOT says to plan for some nightly detours. https://westlakenews.org/news/chicago-bulls-pick-texas-dailyn-swain-at-no-15-in-2026-nba-draft https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26174797548123.jpg?w=900 Chicago Bulls pick Texas' Dailyn Swain at No. 15 in 2026 NBA Draft The Chicago Bulls picked the Longhorns junior just outside of the lottery at No. 15 during the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Swain becomes the 17th first-round pi https://westlakenews.org/news/amazon-driver-caught-on-camera-driving-on-lawn https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/screenshot-2026-06-24-at-15.48.19.png Amazon driver caught on camera driving on lawn An Indiana couple says they were stunned after their home security camera captured an Amazon delivery gone off the rails. https://westlakenews.org/news/two-undocumented-immigrants-sentenced-for-trafficking-16-year-old-orphan-in-texa https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2023/09/GettyImages-526765114.jpg Two undocumented immigrants sentenced for trafficking 16-year-old orphan in Texas Two Venezuelan nationals living illegally in the United States have been sentenced to a combined 32 years in federal prison for the multi-state sex trafficking of a 16-year-old undocumented orphan. https://westlakenews.org/news/family-sues-apd-officer-and-city-for-october-2025-officer-involved-shooting https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/10/IMG_6498.jpg?w=900 Family sues APD officer and city for October 2025 officer-involved shooting A family has filed a lawsuit against former Austin Police Officer James McKinney and the city of Austin related to an October 2025 on duty shooting which left a then 16-year-old boy with permanent dam https://westlakenews.org/news/kyle-police-arrest-teens-after-stolen-vehicle-crash-on-i-35 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/police-lights-crime-criminal-generic-2-1-1-1-e1743012814538_9ed1ee_b49d23.jpg?w=800 Kyle police arrest teens after stolen vehicle crash on I-35 Kyle police arrested two teens after a stolen vehicle fleeing officers crashed on I-35, with drugs, a gun and burglary tools found inside. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-water-officials-seek-more-funding-as-crisis-worsens-costs-soar-this-is-not https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/01/water-shortage-e1769018505974.jpg?w=832 Texas water officials seek more funding as crisis worsens, costs soar: 'This is not going to stop' Texas water officials are urging lawmakers to provide more funding for water supply projects as costs skyrocket, with the State Water Plan estimating a $174 billion price tag, and data centers increas https://westlakenews.org/news/abbott-asks-feds-to-pay-back-10-billion-for-border-security-operation https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2023/09/border-wall.jpg Abbott asks feds to pay back $10 billion for border security operation Texas has formally asked the federal government to pay back more than $10 billion used for the state’s border security efforts. https://westlakenews.org/news/police-identify-victim-in-deadly-manor-crash-on-fm-973 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/manor-crash-WR-2.jpg?w=900 Police identify victim in deadly Manor crash on FM 973 One person died and others remain in critical condition after a Sunday morning crash in Manor, according to the Manor Police Department. https://westlakenews.org/news/taylor-frankie-pauls-bachelorette-season-may-air-next-month-report https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/03/taylor-frankie-paul-getty-scaled.jpg Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ season may air next month: Report After months of uncertainty and controversy, Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of "The Bachelorette" could be making a surprise comeback, according to a report. https://westlakenews.org/news/one-dead-one-hurt-in-overnight-stabbings-in-south-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_4344.jpg?w=900 One dead, one hurt in overnight stabbings in south Austin Austin Police were investigating a deadly stabbing Tuesday night in south Austin. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-nonprofit-working-to-combat-ai-exploitation-of-musicians-intellectual-pro https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/02/AP846034851286.jpg?w=900 Austin nonprofit working to combat AI 'exploitation' of musicians' intellectual property Artificial intelligence is everywhere, and while it can be a useful tool for many, people in creative spaces say generative AI can be exploitative of their work. That's why the nonprofit Austin Texas https://westlakenews.org/news/hispanic-media-company-launches-membership-based-healthcare-program-to-expand-ac https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2216850141.jpg?w=900 Hispanic media company launches membership based healthcare program to expand access to affordable care Texas has the highest Hispanic population in the country, with more than 12 million Hispanic residents in the state. Many Hispanic families struggle to find affordable insurance or healthcare, which i https://westlakenews.org/news/coast-guard-searches-for-father-and-son-off-coast-of-hawaii https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/oahu-gettyimages-122218431.jpg Coast Guard searches for father and son off coast of Hawaii The search for a missing father and son who were last seen leaving their Hawaiian hotel on Tuesday morning continues and has extended into the waters off Oahu, the U.S. Coast Guard reported. https://westlakenews.org/news/woman-found-dead-at-south-austin-complex-may-have-been-trying-to-meet-someone-ap https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/my-project-2023-08-15t22-23-38-7.jpeg Woman found dead at South Austin complex may have been trying to meet someone: APD The Austin Police Department is seeking the public's help in solving the murder of a woman at a South Austin apartment complex. https://westlakenews.org/news/police-identify-kyle-mother-killed-in-manor-crash-early-sunday-2-toddlers-remain https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1440/986/0x135/90/3c67ef22-c91c-42b5-a938-292770da42b3-727519384_4223578437952404_1171199794800313198_n.jpg Police identify Kyle mother killed in Manor crash early Sunday; 2 toddlers remain critical Authorities have identified the woman killed in an early morning crashSunday as 22-year-old Jennifer Hernandez, as two young children injured in the collision https://westlakenews.org/news/florida-man-sues-waffle-house-after-falling-while-looking-at-window-ad https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP25184578995173.jpg?w=900 Florida man sues Waffle House after falling while looking at window ad The man sustained severe and permanent injuries, the lawsuit claims. https://westlakenews.org/news/cbp-intercepts-101-million-methamphetamine-shipment-at-laredo-world-trade-bridge https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/image-60.png CBP intercepts $10.1 million methamphetamine shipment at Laredo World Trade Bridge U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the World Trade Bridge intercepted a massive shipment of methamphetamine with an estimated street value exceeding $10.1 million, federal authoritie https://westlakenews.org/news/video-six-flags-over-georgia-ride-stalls-leaving-guests-dangling https://static.fox5atlanta.com/www.fox5atlanta.com/content/uploads/2026/06/untitled-june-24-2026-at-11.52.17-2.jpeg Video: Six Flags Over Georgia ride stalls, leaving guests dangling An unexpected mechanical pause left thrill-seekers stranded hundreds of feet in the air at Six Flags Over Georgia, according to a recently-released video. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-state-board-of-education-continues-debate-over-curriculum-changes https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/GettyImages-865429020.jpg?w=900 Texas State Board of Education continues debate over curriculum changes The proposal adds instruction on civic engagement, patriotism and Christianity while deemphasizing world history, culture and diversity, and race. https://westlakenews.org/news/majority-of-texans-oppose-data-centers-in-their-community-according-to-new-poll https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/05/data-centers-in-texas-causes-controversy.jpg Majority of Texans oppose data centers in their community, according to new poll A new poll found 56% of Texans were opposed to the construction of a data center in their community. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-building-2027-wide-receiver-depth-with-latest-in-state-commitment https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/09/GettyImages-2172493426.jpg?w=900 Texas building 2027 wide receiver depth with latest in-state commitment Kyron Brown is a 3-star recruit out of Palo Duro High School in Amarillo, currently rated as the No. 79 wide receiver in the country by 247Sports' composite ratings. He chose the Longhorns over Northw https://westlakenews.org/news/hays-county-passes-industrial-high-water-resolution-targeting-data-center-impact https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/527/986/0x41/90/ee51e13e-3634-4ca6-819e-35dedce65f97-730153355_2139981913251037_881209020604035180_n.jpg Hays County passes industrial high-water resolution targeting data center impacts Central Texas residents urging local leaders to take a tougher stance on proposed data centers got a response this week in Hays County, where commissioners appr https://westlakenews.org/news/musk-on-fatal-tesla-crash-in-texas-this-makes-no-sense https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Elsewhere-Elon_092125_AP_Julia-Demaree-Nikhinson-e1782330122623.jpg?w=900 Musk on fatal Tesla crash in Texas: 'This makes no sense' Tesla CEO Elon Musk is pushing back on allegations the company’s full self-driving software was involved in a recent crash that killed a Texas woman. https://westlakenews.org/news/nearly-a-year-after-hill-country-floods-228-households-are-home-or-recovering https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/4feb8d30-fe70-49c6-87e7-f19a4c6686cc-COMMUNITYFOUNDATIONPRESSER623_frame_2647.jpeg Nearly a year after Hill Country floods, 228 households are home or recovering The Community Foundation provided an update on housing recovery nearly a year after the July 4 floods ravaged Kerr County and the Hill Country. https://westlakenews.org/news/thick-layer-of-saharan-dust-just-days-away https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Saharan-dust-Monday-1.jpg?w=781 Thick layer of Saharan dust just days away The effects of the incoming Saharan dust have already reached Austin, with more to come. https://westlakenews.org/news/heat-humidity-and-haze-gradually-increase https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Heat-index-next-5-days.jpg?w=778 Heat, humidity, and haze gradually increase Central Texas heat will ramp up slowly this week along with the humidity and hazy skies. — Meteorologist Nick Bannin https://westlakenews.org/news/one-year-after-kerr-county-flood-families-rebuild-and-a-community-steps-up https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_0927.jpeg?w=900 One year after Kerr County flood, families rebuild and a community steps up As the one-year anniversary of the deadly July 4, 2025, flood in Kerr County approaches, signs of recovery are becoming more visible and personal. https://westlakenews.org/news/teen-accused-of-2025-lit-lounge-mass-shooting-faces-two-new-felonies-after-relea https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/02/GettyImages-949187118-2_f466e8-e1752193746863_0c022d.jpg?w=800 Teen accused of 2025 Lit Lounge mass shooting faces two new felonies after release on bond The Austin teenager accused of shooting four people in a downtown mass shooting back in March 2025 was arrested again this month on allegations that he helped carry out an armed robbery after being re https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-dps-trooper-seriously-injured-driver-killed-in-head-on-crash-in-west-texas https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/image-59.png Texas DPS Trooper seriously injured, driver killed in head-on crash in West Texas A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper was seriously injured and a pickup truck driver was killed Tuesday morning in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 67 in Brewster County, authorities said. https://westlakenews.org/news/longhorns-land-another-300-pounder-on-the-defensive-line-for-2027-recruiting-cla https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/07/GettyImages-2179034690.jpg?w=900 Longhorns land another 300-pounder on the defensive line for 2027 recruiting class Tyler Alexander, a 4-star defensive lineman from Wellington, Florida, verbally committed to the Longhorns on Tuesday. At 315 pounds, Alexander is the type of player who can stall opponents' run games https://westlakenews.org/news/hays-cisd-superintendent-to-retire-after-nearly-four-decades-in-education https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2019/08/Hays-ISD-Superintendent-Dr.-Eric-Wright-Interview_frame_10386.jpg?w=900 Hays CISD superintendent to retire after nearly four decades in education Hays CISD Superintendent Dr. Eric Wright plans to retire in 2027 after nine years leading the district. https://westlakenews.org/news/police-seek-help-identifying-suspects-in-north-austin-shooting https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/0b7ed275-c26c-4619-883b-c51d2068d202-Untitleddesign16.png Police seek help identifying suspects in North Austin shooting Austin Police (APD) have released a photo of two suspects involved in a shooting on Northgate Boulevard last month. https://westlakenews.org/news/family-sues-former-apd-officer-and-city-for-october-2025-officer-involved-shooti https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/10/IMG_6498.jpg?w=900 Family sues former APD officer and city for October 2025 officer-involved shooting A family has filed a lawsuit against former Austin Police Officer James McKinney and the city of Austin related to an October 2025 on duty shooting which left a then 16-year-old boy with permanent dam https://westlakenews.org/news/first-mosquito-trap-in-williamson-county-tests-positive-for-west-nile-virus https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/322/986/0x7/90/7f44a029-3cd9-449a-b228-04ac80b1fb94-mosquitowestnile.PNG First mosquito trap in Williamson County tests positive for West Nile virus Williamson County's first mosquitoes of the season have tested positive for West Nile Virus. https://westlakenews.org/news/thousands-of-mayflies-swarm-town-in-ohio-and-its-actually-a-good-thing https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/mayflies-fox-wx-2-scaled.jpg Thousands of mayflies swarm town in Ohio - and it's actually a good thing Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week. https://westlakenews.org/news/tsa-partners-with-google-wallet-for-tsa-precheck-touchless-id https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/tsa-precheck-getty-scaled.jpg TSA partners with Google Wallet for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID The TSA announced a partnership with Google Wallet, allowing eligible travelers to enroll in TSA PreCheck Touchless ID directly through the app. See the U.S. airports where it's available. https://westlakenews.org/news/lockhart-isd-approves-balanced-966-million-budget https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media/b81d6677-7dab-4781-8607-1e4b5441fda7-large16x9_thumb_3740.png Lockhart ISD approves balanced $96.6 million budget The Lockhart Independent School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved a balanced budget of approximately $96.6 million for the 2026-27 school year Mon https://westlakenews.org/news/police-searching-for-suspects-in-connection-with-shooting-in-north-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/GettyImages-943697000-1-1-3-2-2-e1697928619486-1-e1698682964713-1_92da3b-e1743430271414_864bd0.jpg?w=800 Police searching for suspects in connection with shooting in north Austin Police responded to a shooting around 4:45 a.m. at 9024 Northgate Blvd. https://westlakenews.org/news/8-arrested-in-williamson-county-online-solicitation-sting-operation https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/1a795007-4157-4c6d-9a04-da4e42a811ab-Untitleddesign15.png 8 arrested in Williamson County online solicitation sting operation Eight men were arrested last week after a two-day undercover operation targeting individuals seeking to exploit minors online, the Williamson County Sheriff's O https://westlakenews.org/news/san-marcos-seniors-forced-to-relocate-after-facility-stops-accepting-medicaid-re https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Brookdale-San-Marcos.jpg?w=900 San Marcos seniors forced to relocate after facility stops accepting Medicaid residents With just days until several seniors must leave a San Marcos assisted living facility, advocates say the situation highlights a broader issue facing families across Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-nonprofit-tackles-foster-care-homelessness https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/LIFE-WORKS.jpg?w=364 Austin nonprofit tackles foster care, homelessness Testimony focused on federal Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) vouchers and increasing housing resources and for young Texans. https://westlakenews.org/news/snap-rule-reversal-impacts-texas-22-other-states-what-to-know https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2210615166.jpg?w=900 SNAP rule reversal impacts Texas, 22 other states: What to know With one strike of the gavel, a federal judge has reversed the SNAP restrictions states have been slowly rolling out since the start of the year. https://westlakenews.org/news/camp-mystic-files-for-bankruptcy-after-catastrophic-texas-floods-killed-28-peopl https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a3c1f47c25475.54602363.jpeg?w=900 Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy after catastrophic Texas floods killed 28 people at the girls' camp Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors at the Christian camp for girls along the https://westlakenews.org/news/mms-without-artificial-dyes-are-coming-soon-these-other-brands-are-following-sui https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP25129593326506-e1782250297697.jpg?w=900 M&M's without artificial dyes are coming soon. These other brands are following suit Several companies have announced plans or taken steps to remove artificial dyes from their products. https://westlakenews.org/news/usda-fy25-state-payment-error-rates-for-snap-benefits-shows-101-billion-in-impro https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2025/11/gettyimages-2246730128-copy-scaled.jpg USDA: FY25 state payment error rates for SNAP benefits shows $10.1 billion in improper payments nationwide The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rates (PER) for fiscal year 2025 on Wednesday, which shows nationwide, ther https://westlakenews.org/news/floridas-alligator-alcatraz-set-to-close-permanently https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6887909c4cbda2.52397102-e1782316969553.jpeg?w=900 Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' set to close permanently The Florida-funded and operated migrant detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” is one step closer to closing permanently. https://westlakenews.org/news/cdc-ends-us-hantavirus-response https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Hantavirus_Weixel_AP_NickIngram_18a8e0-e1782320785310.jpg?w=900 CDC ends US hantavirus response The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officially ended its hantavirus response. https://westlakenews.org/news/trump-headlining-great-american-state-fair-kickoff-celebration-on-national-mall https://static.fox5dc.com/www.fox5dc.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2282797144.jpg Trump headlining Great American State Fair kickoff celebration on National Mall President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital. https://westlakenews.org/news/georgias-marjorie-taylor-greene-says-shes-done-with-republican-party https://static.fox5atlanta.com/www.fox5atlanta.com/content/uploads/2025/06/mixcollage-18-jun-2025-11-36-am-1842.jpg Georgia's Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's done with Republican Party Former Georgia congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene says she no longer supports the Republican Party. https://westlakenews.org/news/how-to-find-free-food-in-westlake https://nexcom-webflow-publisher.emperormew.workers.dev/img/feedam/find-free-food-hero.jpg How to Find Free Food in Westlake: Pantries, SNAP & WIC Search 567,859+ verified resources for food, healthcare, and housing — all 50 states, DC, and US territories. 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A practical guide for Westlake: pantries, SNAP, WIC, the 211 referral line, and how https://westlakenews.org/news/abbott-addresses-state-issues-texas-border-data-centers-and-screwworm-cases https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/02/6724b7725e86d4.54896509.jpeg?w=900 Abbott addresses state issues: Texas border, data centers and screwworm cases Governor Greg Abbott is weighing in on issues shaping the future of Texas, from border security funding to growing AI data centers and the New World screwworm. https://westlakenews.org/news/8-men-arrested-for-online-solicitation-of-a-minor-in-multi-agency-sting https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/police-lights-crime-criminal-generic-2-1-1-1-e1743012814538_9ed1ee_b49d23.jpg?w=800 8 men arrested for online solicitation of a minor in multi-agency sting The Williamson County Sheriff's Office said on social media Tuesday that it arrested eight men after a two-day operation last week. https://westlakenews.org/news/hays-county-approves-resolution-to-pause-review-of-data-centers https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Hays-County-data-center-resolution.jpg?w=900 Hays County approves resolution to pause review of data centers Hays County commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday aimed at addressing concerns over data centers. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-judge-who-refused-to-officiate-same-sex-weddings-awarded-640k https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/js-judge-henley-300x300-1.jpg Texas judge who refused to officiate same-sex weddings awarded $640K A Texas judge was awarded more than $600,000 after she was disciplined for refusing to perform same-sex marriages, citing her religious beliefs. https://westlakenews.org/news/family-of-texas-woman-killed-in-tesla-crash-files-lawsuit-against-company-driver https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/katy-tesla-crash1.jpg?w=576 Family of Texas woman killed in Tesla crash files lawsuit against company, driver The family of a Houston-area woman who died after a Tesla crashed into her home is suing the company and the driver. https://westlakenews.org/news/williamson-county-mosquito-trap-positive-for-west-nile-virus https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/10/MosquitosGettyImages-1380659512-1-e1753298538152.jpg?w=800 Williamson County mosquito trap positive for West Nile virus The first mosquitoes in Williamson County have tested positive for West Nile virus from a trap near Geneva Park in Georgetown, according to the county health district. https://westlakenews.org/news/former-cruise-ship-worker-pleads-guilty-to-teen-sexual-assault-after-20-years-on https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2023/02/6eb23e0b-gavelnew-1.jpg Former cruise ship worker pleads guilty to teen sexual assault after 20 years on the run A Nicaraguan national who spent more than 20 years fleeing federal authorities has pleaded guilty to the forcible sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl on a cruise ship that departed from Galveston, fe https://westlakenews.org/news/800000-texans-personal-info-compromised-in-cruise-company-data-breach https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/03/AP22116578975976-e1773781584738.jpg?w=800 800,000 Texans' personal info compromised in cruise company data breach Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating Carnival Corporation after an April data breach compromised the personal information of 6 million people, including more than 800,000 Texans, accordi https://westlakenews.org/news/teen-suspect-in-austin-shooting-spree-now-faces-terrorism-charge-court-records-s https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/0b4ca0b2-b1b4-4f7b-b996-e7a3b67054b7-CristianFajardoMondragon.png Teen suspect in Austin shooting spree now faces terrorism charge, court records show A 17-year-old accused of participating in a shooting spree across Austin in May is now facing a terrorism charge, according to newly filed court documents.Crist https://westlakenews.org/news/intelligence-agencies-warn-ai-models-could-launch-crippling-cyberattacks-in-mont https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AI-security-e1782241429956.jpg?w=900 Intelligence agencies warn AI models could launch crippling cyberattacks in months AI firms have long warned of how the technology could empower bad actors to hack faster, cheaper and at a broader scale, but concerns ramped up this year amid these firms' new cybersecurity models lik https://westlakenews.org/news/22-year-old-killed-in-horrifying-incident-at-yosemite-national-park https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Nevada-Fall-AP2.jpg?w=900 22-year-old killed in 'horrifying' incident at Yosemite National Park A 23-year-old man was swept down a 600-foot waterfall in Yosemite National Park on Saturday, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident. https://westlakenews.org/news/spacex-stock-takes-a-tumble-shedding-most-of-its-ipo-gains-in-two-weeks https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26163500989479_76f85d.jpg?w=900 SpaceX stock takes a tumble, shedding most of its IPO gains in two weeks Less than two weeks after its blockbuster initial public offering, SpaceX has shaved off almost all its added value. https://westlakenews.org/news/nhl-exploring-texas-expansion-opportunities-in-houston-and-austin-ap-source-says https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a3ad71d8d69d9.81028212.jpeg?w=900 NHL exploring Texas expansion opportunities in Houston and Austin, AP source says NEW YORK (AP) — The NHL is exploring potential expansion to Texas with Houston and Austin among the possibilities, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The lea https://westlakenews.org/news/more-than-3-million-texas-license-buyers-may-have-data-exposed-in-tpwd-cyber-inc https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1111/986/12x0/90/bd198898-3dea-4dde-bcb9-486b3a9621ed-Screenshot20260622223043.png More than 3 million Texas license buyers may have data exposed in TPWD cyber incident More than 3 million Texas hunting and fishing license customers may have had personal information exposed in a cybersecurity incident involving a Texas Parks an https://westlakenews.org/news/possible-sighting-adds-new-lead-in-search-for-missing-texas-giraffe-gracie https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1672/986/0x1/90/a4e710c4-97f3-4a0d-836e-ce25f09650a6-ChatGPTImageJun23202611_14_48AM.png Possible sighting adds new lead in search for missing Texas giraffe Gracie Lost giraffe in Real County: “Gracie” missing from Cedar Hollow Ranch, last seen on game cam west of Leakey. Rounded ears. $5,000 reward for info leading to safe capture. Call 830-279-5822 or 830-232- https://westlakenews.org/news/invest-east-of-i-35-residents-criticize-plan-for-25m-lady-bird-lake-boardwalk-pr https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Proposed-boardwalk-segment-along-south-bank-of-Lady-Bird-Lake-TxDOT.png?w=900 'Invest east of I-35:' Residents criticize plan for $25M Lady Bird Lake boardwalk project The mitigation funds for the project were given to the city to offset years of disruption caused by the I-35 expansion project. https://westlakenews.org/news/earthquake-rattles-west-texas-town https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/tx-quake.jpg Earthquake rattles West Texas town A small earthquake was reported in West Texas on Tuesday. https://westlakenews.org/news/guinness-crowns-the-worlds-loudest-person-at-1224-decibels https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Joseph-McGrail-Bateup-e1782233189535.jpg?w=900 Guinness crowns the world's loudest person at 122.4 decibels That is in the noise range of a chain saw, a jet aircraft taking off and an ambulance siren at close range. https://westlakenews.org/news/tucker-carlson-says-hes-no-longer-supporting-the-republican-party-im-out https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/tucker-carlson-getty-scaled.jpg Tucker Carlson says he’s no longer supporting the Republican Party: ‘I’m out’ Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-arrested-at-dulles-airport-after-officers-allegedly-find-child-sex-abuse-bes https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/dulles.jpg Man arrested at Dulles airport after officers allegedly find child sex abuse, bestiality material in phone A 28-year-old Maryland man arriving from Iceland was arrested after law enforcement allegedly found child sexual abuse and bestiality images on his phone. https://westlakenews.org/news/us-government-to-oppose-plan-to-sell-titanic-artifacts https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/titanic.jpg US government to oppose plan to sell Titanic artifacts The federal government argues that a plan to auction hundreds of artifacts recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic would violate court orders, while the company that owns salvage rights to the Tita https://westlakenews.org/news/delta-to-cancel-two-nonstop-routes-from-austin-in-october https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/08/GettyImages-2167475599.jpg?w=900 Delta to cancel two nonstop routes from Austin in October Delta Air Lines will cancel two nonstop routes from Austin in October. Flights from AUS to Memphis and New Orleans will end Oct. 5 "to better align with demand," according to an airline spokesperson. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-superintendent-explains-205-million-in-reductions-under-new-budget https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AISD.jpg?w=900 Austin ISD superintendent explains $205 million in reductions under new budget Austin ISD Superintendent Matias Segura said in a Monday update that reductions made in the district's budget for 2026-2027 are necessary to help the district repair its "safety net." https://westlakenews.org/news/trump-calls-for-investigation-into-gas-price-gouging https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-1391108725-scaled.jpg Trump calls for investigation into gas price gouging President Donald Trump is accusing major oil companies of failing to pass along falling crude oil prices to consumers, suggesting motorists are being overcharged at the pump. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-man-gets-life-for-supplying-fentanyl-then-watching-recording-the-victims-o https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2025/04/gettyimages-539606542.jpg Texas man gets life for supplying fentanyl then watching, recording the victim’s overdose death A Denison man has been sentenced to life in federal prison for supplying a fatal dose of fentanyl-laced pills to a 20-year-old woman, then recording video of her as she spent hours dying of an overdos https://westlakenews.org/news/patrols-and-nanobubbles-at-the-reflecting-pool-as-trump-looks-for-a-do-over https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/pool-3-1-e1782210321334.jpg?w=900 Patrols and nanobubbles at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a do-over A piece of liner, about 4 square feet, was observed Friday partially floating in the pool. https://westlakenews.org/news/new-world-screwworm-cases-rise-to-19-as-texas-expands-livestock-quarantines https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2280736121-scaled.jpg New World screwworm cases rise to 19 as Texas expands livestock quarantines Federal officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 19, with all but one in Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/camp-mystic-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy-following-deadly-texas-flash-flood-i https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/04/p-lori-tx-leg-camp-mystic-hearing-530p_kdfw4cfb_14_00.00.41.04.jpg Camp Mystic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following deadly Texas flash flood investigation Camp Mystic, the Texas Hill Country girls' summer camp where 27 campers and staff members died during a catastrophic flash flood last summer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. https://westlakenews.org/news/13-year-old-climbs-out-of-disneylands-tianas-bayou-adventure-ride-slides-down-50 https://static.foxla.com/www.foxla.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2184849757.jpg 13-year-old climbs out of Disneyland's Tiana's Bayou Adventure ride, slides down 50-foot drop A 13-year-old boy was evaluated at a hospital after exiting a Tiana's Bayou Adventure boat mid-ride at Disneyland, prompting a state safety inspection. https://westlakenews.org/news/cristiano-ronaldo-becomes-1st-player-to-score-in-6-world-cups-after-goal-against https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2282430541.jpg Cristiano Ronaldo becomes 1st player to score in 6 World Cups after goal against Uzbekistan Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments by getting a goal in the sixth minute of Portugal’s match against Uzbekistan. https://westlakenews.org/news/volunteers-plant-trees-to-rebuild-lands-damaged-in-july-4th-floods https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/1_11b011.jpg?w=900 Volunteers plant trees to rebuild lands damaged in July 4th floods With the anniversary of the July 4th floods near, groups in Central Texas are planting trees and other plants on banks along the rivers and creeks still recovering from the disaster. https://westlakenews.org/news/san-antonio-mayor-calls-for-cancelation-of-ye-concert-at-alamodome https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2153564417.jpg San Antonio mayor calls for cancelation of Ye concert at Alamodome The San Antonio show is one of only five tour dates by the rapper formerly known as Kanye West in the United States. https://westlakenews.org/news/amber-alert-issued-after-new-information-emerged-in-case-of-a-missing-teen-mom-t https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/953/986/0x214/90/3c2f39c6-6eb1-43a2-b60e-c7e88742c151-690677550_1274666718175814_1071548602784932130_n.jpg AMBER Alert issued after new information emerged in case of a missing teen mom, toddler Texas DPS issued an Amber Alert after 15-year-old Escarleth Vasquez and her 1-year-old son, Alejandro, vanished from a San Antonio home Saturday. Last contact was around 1 p.m., and their whereabouts https://westlakenews.org/news/teen-climbs-out-of-disneyland-attraction-mid-ride-taken-to-hospital https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/102424CT2MB-0206B.jpg?w=900 Teen climbs out of Disneyland attraction mid-ride, taken to hospital A 13‑year‑old boy exited his ride vehicle on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure before the end of the attraction on June 21, prompting a cast member to stop the ride, Disneyland officials told Nexstar's KTLA. https://westlakenews.org/news/manor-car-crash-kills-1-woman-injures-several-others-including-2-children-police https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/11/crime-tape-police-lights.jpg Manor car crash kills 1 woman, injures several others, including 2 children: police A woman is dead and several others were injured, including two children, from a two-car crash in Manor this past weekend. https://westlakenews.org/news/amber-alert-issued-for-two-children-from-converse https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/468/1320/764x1/90/f2663423-5216-40e8-992f-95faa6fc961a-HLd3wPQWgAARpWH.jfif AMBER Alert issued for two children from Converse An AMBER Alert was issued Monday night for two children from Converse, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.Authorities are searching for 15-year https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-school-districts-prepare-for-possible-social-studies-overhaul https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/241/986/0x3/90/fe543960-fd39-4073-9455-b36e44200d83-HaysCISD.png Texas school districts prepare for possible social studies overhaul Texas public school districts are closely watching the State Board of Education this week as members prepare to vote Friday on proposed new social studies stand https://westlakenews.org/news/new-world-screwworm-cases-confirmed-at-16-in-us https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/594/986/0x31/90/cfbc1297-5bfe-42b4-92dc-a2656c221419-GettyImages2280050157.jpg New World Screwworm cases confirmed at 16 in U.S. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the number of New World Screwworm cases has risen to 16 as of Monday evening.The most recent case was confirmed https://westlakenews.org/news/california-library-shooting-victims-identified https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Butte-County-Library.jpeg?w=399 California library shooting victims identified A 74 year old was among those killed in an attempted mass shooting at a library in Chico, police said in an update Tuesday afternoon. https://westlakenews.org/news/bobby-layne-huston-street-headed-to-national-college-baseball-hall-of-fame https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-640618490.jpg?w=900 Bobby Layne, Huston Street headed to National College Baseball Hall of Fame Pitchers Bobby Layne and Huston Street are headed to immortality as part of the 21-member Class of 2026 in college baseball's top club. They'll be honored February 21, 2027, during a ceremony in Overl https://westlakenews.org/news/10m-in-meth-found-in-truck-hauling-polypropylene https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/laredo-meth.png?w=897 $10M in meth found in truck hauling polypropylene Calling it a "major interception," border officials say a tractor-trailer hauling polypropylene from Mexico to the U.S. was also carrying more than $10 million worth of meth. https://westlakenews.org/news/barton-springs-pool-to-reopen-tuesday https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/03/IMG_9152.jpg?w=900 Barton Springs Pool to reopen Tuesday Barton Springs Pool will reopen Tuesday after recent rainfall caused flooding, Austin Parks and Recreation said. https://westlakenews.org/news/espn-analyst-matt-millers-arm-amputated-after-car-crash https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP25281054943689.jpg?w=900 ESPN analyst Matt Miller's arm amputated after car crash The NFL draft analyst said he's "incredibly fortunate" to have survived last week's accident. https://westlakenews.org/news/sorsbys-nfl-debut-delayed-as-league-rejects-his-petition https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Brendan-Sorsby-TT-2_80301b.jpg?w=900 Sorsby's NFL debut delayed as league rejects his petition "His application carries with it a lot of issues," an NFL source told ESPN. https://westlakenews.org/news/southeast-houston-recycling-facility-fire-continues-to-burn-air-monitoring-conti https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2026/06/vlcsnap-2026-06-22-22h12m25s747.png Southeast Houston recycling facility fire continues to burn, air monitoring continuing A massive plume of smoke is rising from a fire at a recycling facility in southeast Houston. The fire was reported near Kellogg Street and Manchester Street and is currently at three alarms. https://westlakenews.org/news/education-advocates-split-as-state-board-nears-vote-on-new-social-studies-standa https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/728/986/0x1/90/01e05796-a37c-499a-8af4-4930300c22a5-Screenshot20260622184304.png Education advocates split as state board nears vote on new social studies standards Education advocates are sharply divided as the Texas State Board of Education prepares to vote on rewritten social studies curriculum standards and a new requir https://westlakenews.org/news/deputies-use-drone-and-magnet-to-disarm-suspect-in-california-standoff https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Untitled-design-2026-06-22T101507.864-e1782222889234.png?w=900 Deputies use drone and magnet to disarm suspect in California standoff Deputies had a home surrounded, attempting to get a known felon and parolee-at-large, who was armed with a gun, to surrender. https://westlakenews.org/news/williamson-county-mosquito-trap-tests-positive-for-west-nile-virus https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2022/05/mosquito.jpg Williamson County mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus Williamson County's first mosquitoes of the season tested positive for West Nile virus. https://westlakenews.org/news/judge-blocks-trump-administrations-snap-restrictions-on-soda-and-candy-in-five-s https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2025/12/snap-sign.jpg Judge blocks Trump administration’s SNAP restrictions on soda and candy in five states The Trump administration’s ban on preventing food ‌stamp recipients in five states from using their benefits to buy sugary foods and drinks was blocked Monday by a federal judge in Washington, D.C. https://westlakenews.org/news/how-austin-fc-is-making-its-impact-on-the-fifa-world-cup https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26157114767690.jpg?w=900 How Austin FC is making its impact on the FIFA World Cup Austin FC is bringing the FIFA World Cup to Austin by being the home headquarters for team Saudia Arabia. https://westlakenews.org/news/2-arrested-in-connection-with-deadly-east-riverside-autozone-shooting https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/50008f93-0b95-402e-9691-daa0f20f6766-Untitleddesign14.png 2 arrested in connection with deadly East Riverside AutoZone shooting Police have arrested two men in connection with the shooting death of a mechanic who was robbed while working in the parking lot of a southeast Austin AutoZone https://westlakenews.org/news/city-audit-petition-signatures-certified-initiative-could-move-forward-to-novemb https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/MATT-1.png?w=900 City audit petition signatures certified; Initiative could move forward to November ballot Austinites could get a chance to vote on an amendment that would force regular external audits onto the city of Austin in the upcoming November ballot. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-lawmakers-consider-limits-on-private-messages-between-teachers-and-student https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/612/986/0x32/90/4457429d-b7e7-4e58-8de0-e7744ad1f374-gettyimages1271979337612x612.jpg Texas lawmakers consider limits on private messages between teachers and students Texas lawmakers are looking at whether the state should set stricter rules for how teachers communicate with students, including limits on private texts, social https://westlakenews.org/news/barton-springs-pool-to-reopen-tuesday-after-week-long-closure https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/575/986/0x54/90/eefe952d-e772-4e19-95a7-6d341b6ff9ac-88f579bcd61b0167382e626dbcdfa42b.jpg Barton Springs Pool to reopen Tuesday after week-long closure Barton Springs Pool will reopen Tuesday morning after being closed for more than a week, city officials said.The pool, located at 2131 William Barton Dr., will https://westlakenews.org/news/man-shot-during-argument-at-e-austin-apartment-complex-no-arrest-made https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/986/986/0x1/90/dc645d66-c07a-4ceb-aa1e-ea43d749e89a-APDCARDOOR.png Man shot during argument at E Austin apartment complex, no arrest made A man was shot in the leg early Friday morning after a verbal altercation at an East Austin apartment complex, police said.The shooting occurred at approximatel https://westlakenews.org/news/crews-battle-structure-fire-in-georgetown https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2048/986/center/90/9ca16998-b960-4124-9c6f-660393ae2e37-728555733_1457135429783245_7769711799056003209_n.jpg Crews battle structure fire in Georgetown Firefighters responded Monday to a structure fire on Malaga Drive, according to the Georgetown Fire Department.Crews arrived to find the structure engulfed in f https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-anti-abortion-groups-seek-tighter-control https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/12/AP23012794484437.jpg?w=900 Texas anti-abortion groups seek tighter control Anti-abortion advocates urged Texas senators Tuesday to pursue additional restrictions on abortion pills, arguing that current laws have not stopped the drugs from entering the state. https://westlakenews.org/news/6-killed-including-2-children-in-fiery-head-on-crash-in-hill-county https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/612/986/0x32/90/f2594653-a4e3-4356-b3d6-cdf75a269c35-gettyimages1556373250612x612.jpg 6 killed, including 2 children, in fiery head-on crash in Hill County Six people, including two children, were killed Saturday afternoon when a car attempting to pass another vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a van https://westlakenews.org/news/live-large-trash-fire-erupts-at-houston-recycling-facility-no-injuries-reported https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1280/986/center/90/1bd9e834-aed6-4cc2-9b6b-8b16c26b5459-TIREFIREINHOUSTON_2606221541_frame_192464.jpeg LIVE | Large trash fire erupts at Houston recycling facility; no injuries reported Large fire engulfs a recycling facility in Houston’s East End as about 100 firefighters battle the blaze. No injuries reported. Crews are monitoring air quality and guarding a nearby neighborhood. No https://westlakenews.org/news/williamson-county-new-administrative-facility-set-to-open-july-14 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_6031.jpeg?w=900 Williamson County new administrative facility set to open July 14 Williamson County is set to open their new $90 million administrative facility to provide more space and updated resources for the growing county. https://westlakenews.org/news/from-indictment-to-alleged-affair-ken-paxtons-controversies-hang-over-his-senate https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/5613/986/0x293/90/f6aa4091-6506-41e9-a5a2-91c72623468a-AP26139653174781.jpg From indictment to alleged affair, Ken Paxton's controversies hang over his Senate bid **Headline shortened due to character limits https://westlakenews.org/news/scotus-orders-texas-court-to-reconsider-mans-1997-murder-conviction https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/6000/986/0x313/90/359f8f58-6a74-4847-831c-180b4280fffc-GettyImages2281115510.jpg SCOTUS orders Texas court to reconsider man's 1997 murder conviction SCOTUS orders Texas court to reconsider man's 1997 murder conviction https://westlakenews.org/news/8-arrested-after-online-solicitation-of-a-minor-operation-in-williamson-county https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/02/austin-police-police-lights.jpg 8 arrested after online solicitation of a minor operation in Williamson County Eight people were arrested after a two-day operation targeting people seeking to exploit minors online. https://westlakenews.org/news/doj-officials-allowed-to-remain-in-prosecution-of-correspondents-dinner-shooting https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooting-suspect.jpg DOJ officials allowed to remain in prosecution of Correspondents Dinner shooting suspect A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-7-year-old-saves-toddler-brother-from-drowning-earns-rare-sheriffs-commend https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/patrick-and-liam.png Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-hospitals-allegedly-denied-miscarriage-care-despite-clarification-to-abort https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media/dc2f38b1-ecf6-446f-9c84-5bf50784903f-large16x9_thumb_62305.png Texas hospitals allegedly denied miscarriage care despite clarification to abortion ban **Headline shortened due to character limits https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-faces-monday-deadline-to-remove-black-artists-matter-mural https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/720/986/0x49/90/bdffc143-41fd-477b-9d50-acc30c4094ae-728469203_122131431765209732_1667859878567018016_n.jpg Austin faces Monday deadline to remove Black Artists Matter mural The city of Austin's Transportation and Public Works Department submitted a plan to the Texas Department of Transportation detailing how the city will go about https://westlakenews.org/news/crash-kills-female-passenger-and-dog-driver-arrested-on-dwi-charges https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1568/986/52x59/90/6e8e072d-af0a-40ad-bb3b-064f05952dc2-ChatGPTImageJun22202604_53_51PM.png Crash kills female passenger and dog, driver arrested on DWI charges Sworn statement details a Bulverde PD radar stop on Hwy 281 after a vehicle was clocked speeding south on 4/14/2026, setting off a chain of events now documented by Detective Josh Estes. https://westlakenews.org/news/concerns-grow-that-more-texas-dogs-and-cats-will-be-euthanized-due-to-screwworm- https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/0x100/90/740c09ea-bfad-4971-9cc6-d38935274775-dog.jpg Concerns grow that more Texas dogs and cats will be euthanized due to screwworm outbreak There are growing concerns that more dogs and cats will be euthanized because of the screwworm outbreak in Texas.As of Monday, there are 16 confirmed New World https://westlakenews.org/news/heat-rolls-on-as-humidity-dips-slightly https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/muggy-met.jpg?w=781 Heat rolls on as humidity dips slightly Central Texas summer is in full swing with our steady rise in temperatures - Nick Bannin https://westlakenews.org/news/8-convicted-in-texas-immigration-center-shooting-and-protest-are-sentenced-to-de https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a3b06095c2771.97030160.jpeg?w=900 8 convicted in Texas immigration center shooting and protest are sentenced to decades in prison FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — A former U.S. Marine reservist and seven others were sentenced Tuesday to decades in prison over a shooting last year that wounded a police officer during a demonstration at a https://westlakenews.org/news/denaturalization-cases-skyrocket-under-trump-data-shows https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP17261744553577-e1758136837708.jpg?w=800 Denaturalization cases skyrocket under Trump, data shows The number of denaturalization cases -- the revoking of U.S. citizenship -- spiked in May under the Trump administration, according to new data. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-sentenced-to-30-years-in-prison-for-double-homicide-in-2022 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/GettyImages-1056779176_89b6c0-e1762472667988.jpg?w=800 Man sentenced to 30 years in prison for double homicide in 2022 A man was sentenced to 30 years in connection with the death of two men that happened in Kyle in 2022, according to Hays County court documents. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-houston-included-in-nhl-expansion-chatter-reports-say https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2022/01/GettyImages-892475174-e1641661580915.jpg Austin, Houston included in NHL expansion chatter, reports say The NHL is apparently considering both Austin and Houston as sites for a possible expansion hockey team, according to multiple reports. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-shooting-police-looking-for-2-suspects-who-were-injured-and-fled-scene https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/apdcrime.png Austin shooting: Police looking for 2 suspects who were injured and fled scene The Austin Police Department is looking for two male suspects involved in a shooting. https://westlakenews.org/news/new-state-by-state-ranking-shows-where-americans-are-most-independent https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/man-american-flag-getty-scaled.jpg New state-by-state ranking shows where Americans are most independent As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence. https://westlakenews.org/news/life-after-retirement-westminster-residents-share-unique-stories https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/robbie-fixed.mp4_.jpg Life after retirement: Westminster residents share unique stories Some of the residents of Austin's first continuing care retirement community, Westminster, share their unique personal stories. https://westlakenews.org/news/overturned-18-wheeler-releases-at-least-24-million-honeybees-forcing-texas-neigh https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2026/06/millions-of-bees-in-tx-from-queen-bee-supply-llc-5.jpg Overturned 18-wheeler releases at least 24 million honeybees, forcing Texas neighborhood lockdown A Texas neighborhood was placed on lockdown after an 18-wheeler carrying up to 24 million honeybees overturned, unleashing massive swarms across the area, authorities said. https://westlakenews.org/news/new-world-screwworm-in-texas-new-cases-detected https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/20250609_screwworm_mm_332.jpg New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather tha https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-to-spend-8-million-to-fix-errors-in-controversial-bluebonnet-curriculum-in https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/p-david-bluebonnet-curriculum-fix-costs-9p_00.00.32.06.jpg Texas to spend $8 million to fix errors in controversial Bluebonnet curriculum in school Texas is spending over $8 million in taxpayer dollars to fix thousands of text and image errors in its controversial, state-published "Bluebonnet" school curriculum. https://westlakenews.org/news/2-more-arrested-in-alleged-white-house-ufc-plot https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26166187538551-e1782215061467.jpg?w=900 2 more arrested in alleged White House UFC plot Two more people have been arrested in connection with what federal law enforcement has said was a plot to attack the "UFC Freedom 250" event in front of the White House earlier this month on President https://westlakenews.org/news/iran-us-peace-deal-faces-various-threats-from-lebanon-israel-and-trump https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26171741588640-e1782041784685.jpg?w=900 Iran-US peace deal faces various threats, from Lebanon, Israel and Trump President Trump and Vice President Vance are staring down a number of major challenges in the U.S.-Iran negotiations, despite signs of progress being reported from the first round of talks on Sunday. https://westlakenews.org/news/what-is-a-heat-dome-and-how-long-do-they-last https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/heat-wave-tourist-europe-AP26162480255749.jpg?w=900 What is a 'heat dome' and how long do they last? America is no stranger to the “heat dome.” https://westlakenews.org/news/watch-18-year-old-florida-woman-leads-trooper-on-wrong-way-pursuit https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/wrong-way-e1782231239206.jpg?w=900 WATCH: 18-year-old Florida woman leads trooper on wrong-way pursuit After an unsuccessful PIT maneuver, the driver crossed the paved median and started driving eastbound in the westbound lanes. https://westlakenews.org/news/gov-abbott-announces-guidelines-for-state-agencies https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/abbott.png?w=900 Gov. Abbott announces guidelines for state agencies As Texas continues to see growth in high-demand jobs, Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday announced a series of recommendations for four state agencies aimed at helping more Texans enter the workforce. https://westlakenews.org/news/raising-canes-celebrates-austin-tech-ridge-location-grand-opening https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/696/986/2x0/90/c3a1bf0b-ae26-4306-800c-46125f83873c-Screenshot20260622143636.png Raising Cane's celebrates Austin Tech Ridge location grand opening Raising Cane's celebrated the grand opening of its newest location in Tech Ridge Monday morning, with the first customer lining up at 6 a.m.The ribbon cutting c https://westlakenews.org/news/mocks-put-texas-dailyn-swain-in-first-round-nba-draft-begins-tuesday https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/03/AP26086019079633.jpg?w=900 Mocks put Texas' Dailyn Swain in first round; NBA Draft begins Tuesday Swain, who is foregoing his senior season to enter the draft, is currently mocked by just about every outlet as a first-round selection. 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Kyle Mann thinks Swain is on the cusp of being https://westlakenews.org/news/california-library-shooter-aimed-to-commit-columbine-style-massacre-police-say https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Chico-library-shooter-AP26174188095772.jpg?w=900 California library shooter aimed to commit Columbine-style 'massacre,' police say Monday's shooting at a library in Chico, California, left two people dead and a minor injured. https://westlakenews.org/news/us-military-seeks-another-80b-to-cover-costs-of-iran-conflict https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2282164772-scaled.jpg US military seeks another $80B to cover costs of Iran conflict The Department of Defense is preparing to seek an additional $80 billion to cover costs from the U.S. war against Iran, according to senators briefed on the matter. https://westlakenews.org/news/five-displaced-two-pets-dead-in-belton-house-fire https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/belton-fire.jpg?w=900 Five displaced, two pets dead in Belton house fire Five people got out of the house uninjured, but the house was reported to be a total loss. Two pets have died in the fire. https://westlakenews.org/news/17-year-old-charged-with-terrorism-for-alleged-role-in-shootings https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/03/travis-county-court-2.jpg?w=900 17-year-old charged with terrorism for alleged role in shootings "These actions created a substantial risk of death and serious bodily injury to members of the public and were reasonably calculated to generate widespread fear, alarm and disruption within the commun https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-supreme-court-rejects-attempt-to-block-beach-closures-for-spacex-launches https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/6395/986/0x333/90/5bf3e364-4308-41a7-aea1-2fd79d149669-AP25238857021282.jpg Texas Supreme Court rejects attempt to block beach closures for SpaceX launches https://westlakenews.org/news/pedestrian-struck-by-train-in-northwest-austin-expected-to-survive https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media/ea2b143a-cc7e-45fc-8985-4892d7d1fa64-large16x9_1.PNG Pedestrian struck by train in northwest Austin, expected to survive A pedestrian was hit by a Union Pacific train in northwest Austin early Monday morning.Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services responded to the 4200 blo https://westlakenews.org/news/uk-prime-minister-keir-starmer-says-he-will-resign-within-weeks-amid-party-press https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1024/986/0x53/90/8f10b659-58ea-4f79-9c85-940450228f11-AP26173314274839.jpg UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will resign within weeks amid party pressure British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he plans to resign, a move that comes amid growing pressure from members of his own party and just two years aft https://westlakenews.org/news/gov-abbott-orders-texas-agencies-to-expand-trade-and-workforce-training https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/8i6a2034-scaled.jpg Gov. Abbott orders Texas agencies to expand trade and workforce training Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered an immediate expansion of workforce training and trade programs across four Texas agencies to help connect more residents with high-demand, skilled jobs. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-screwworm-cases-rise-to-15-as-abbott-pushes-sterile-fly-facility https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/594/986/0x31/90/cfbc1297-5bfe-42b4-92dc-a2656c221419-GettyImages2280050157.jpg Texas screwworm cases rise to 15 as Abbott pushes sterile fly facility As new world screwworm cases continue to climb, animal welfare groups and state leaders in Texas are stepping up efforts to contain the parasitic fly that can c https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-adds-saint-marys-catcher-ian-armstrong-via-transfer-portal https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26151149668850.jpg?w=900 Texas adds Saint Mary's catcher Ian Armstrong via transfer portal Armstrong, a catcher, announced his transfer to the Longhorns on social media Saturday. He led the Gaels with 16 home runs and a 1.070 on-base plus slugging percentage in 2026. In two seasons, Armstro https://westlakenews.org/news/number-of-new-world-screwworm-cases-rises-to-15-in-us https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/594/986/0x31/90/3bd3af76-7724-4efb-978b-abf51610cbad-GettyImages2279603218.jpg Number of New World Screwworm cases rises to 15 in U.S. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the number of New World Screwworm cases has risen to 15 as of Sunday evening.The most recent cases were confir https://westlakenews.org/news/plant-based-meats-recalled-over-possible-plastic-in-the-nuggets-and-patties https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/morningstar-farms-gettyimages-1227827051.jpg Plant-based meats recalled over possible plastic in the nuggets and patties MorningStar Farms recalled two of its plant-based products over concerns that the frozen food items may have pieces of plastic in them. https://westlakenews.org/news/city-of-austin-audit-amendment-headed-to-ballot-in-november https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2023/06/06-09-23_austin-stockphotos_Julius-Shieh_IMG_5850.jpeg City of Austin audit amendment headed to ballot in November An audit of how the City of Austin is spending tax dollars is headed to the ballot. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-education-board-to-vote-friday-on-proposed-social-studies-standards https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/899/986/5x0/90/7328469c-f967-47d2-9d3d-0b06326e944c-Screenshot20260621210213.png Texas education board to vote Friday on proposed social studies standards A high-stakes vote this week could shape what Texas public school students learn in social studies for the next decade, as the State Board of Education consider https://westlakenews.org/news/are-the-tropics-as-quiet-as-they-seem-tracking-the-tropics https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/1800x1080.jpg?w=900 Are the tropics as quiet as they seem? | Tracking the Tropics With the first named storm of the season, Tropical Storm Arthur, in the rearview mirror, the tropics are quiet for the time being. https://westlakenews.org/news/carlos-mencia-pleads-not-guilty-to-12-felony-charges-of-failure-to-pay-taxes https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/carlos-mencia-getty-scaled.jpg Carlos Mencia pleads not guilty to 12 felony charges of failure to pay taxes Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know. https://westlakenews.org/news/nolan-cain-to-leave-longhorns-return-to-texas-am https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26149751857692.jpg?w=900 Nolan Cain to leave Longhorns, return to Texas A&M Cain, an associate head coach and recruiting coordinator for the Longhorns since 2025, will return to the Texas A&M Aggies in a similar role, adding yet another wrinkle to the rivals' coaching carouse https://westlakenews.org/news/advocates-call-to-preserve-barton-springs-bridge-amid-possible-replacement https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_7844.jpg?w=900 Advocates call to preserve Barton Springs Bridge amid possible replacement As the Barton Springs Bridge marks its 100th anniversary, community members and advocacy groups are calling on city leaders to reconsider plans to potentially replace the historic structure. https://westlakenews.org/news/amber-alert-issued-for-missing-teen-and-1-year-old-boy-last-seen-in-converse https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/amber.jpg AMBER Alert issued for missing teen and 1-year-old boy last seen in Converse Have you seen them? An AMBER Alert has been issued for missing 15-year-old Escarleth Vasquez and missing 1-year-old Alejandro Vasquez. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-deadly-shooting-2-men-arrested-in-connection-with-mechanics-death https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/arrests.jpg Austin deadly shooting: 2 men arrested in connection with mechanic's death Two men were arrested in connection with a mechanic's death on E. Riverside Drive last week. https://westlakenews.org/news/doctor-highlights-importance-on-health-check-ups-for-men https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2020/01/doctor-health-care-medical-generic_30921367_ver1.0-1.jpg?w=900 Doctor highlights importance on health check ups for men June 21 is Father's Day, and June is also Men's Health Month. https://westlakenews.org/news/barton-springs-pool-to-reopen-june-23 https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/09/barton-springs-pool.jpg Barton Springs Pool to reopen June 23 Barton Springs Pool will reopen to visitors this week after closing down due to severe weather. https://westlakenews.org/news/why-deep-eddy-pool-is-closed-from-june-22-28 https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2022/01/deep-eddy-pool.jpg Why Deep Eddy Pool is closed from June 22-28 Officials have announced that Deep Eddy Pool will be closed from June 22-28, 2026. https://westlakenews.org/news/we-are-not-alone-elgin-mother-navigates-daca-uncertainty-finds-new-path-forward https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/daca.jpg?w=900 'We are not alone': Elgin mother navigates DACA uncertainty, finds new path forward A Central Texas mom and DACA recipient says renewal delays forced her to leave a job she held for nearly 15 years. Mow, she is turning to nursing school, and leaning on her community for support. https://westlakenews.org/news/mechanic-shot-killed-trying-to-take-gun-from-robber-court-documents-say https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Evidence-markers-as-part-of-a-homicide-investigation-in-Austin-in-June-of-2026.jpg?w=810 Mechanic shot, killed trying to take gun from robber, court documents say Jose Salgado Amador, who police say was killed in southeast Austin when a man robbed him on Monday, tried to take the gun from the suspect when the suspect tried to rob the other man the victim was wi https://westlakenews.org/news/summer-is-officially-here-the-longest-day-of-the-year https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Summer-Solstice.jpg?w=771 Summer is officially here: The longest day of the year The Summer Solstice is Sunday, kicking off the season and the longest day of the year. https://westlakenews.org/news/doj-charges-11-migrants-in-snap-other-benefit-fraud https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Top-DOJ_111822_AP_Andrew-Harnik_d29653-e1782218583105.jpg?w=900 DOJ charges 11 migrants in SNAP, other benefit fraud Officials said the alleged fraud totals more than $1.4 million. https://westlakenews.org/news/critics-concerned-glp-1-drugs-may-give-athletes-a-performance-edge https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/serena-glp1s-e1782219215811.jpeg?w=900 Critics concerned GLP-1 drugs may give athletes a performance edge Critics are debating whether GLP-1 drugs should be banned in sports for potentially being performance-enhancing drugs. https://westlakenews.org/news/sharp-drops-in-big-tech-companies-pull-indexes-mostly-lower-on-wall-street https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a3ae783a6d357.66016628.jpeg?w=900 Sharp drops in Big Tech companies pull indexes mostly lower on Wall Street Wall Street gave up more of its recent gains Tuesday after a sell-off in big technology stocks spread from Asia back to the U.S. over worries about potentially higher interest rates by the end of the https://westlakenews.org/news/watch-dog-rescued-from-florida-canal-turns-out-to-be-coyote-pup https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/729364579_1636523140774564_2764571756327009231_n.jpg?w=545 WATCH: 'Dog' rescued from Florida canal turns out to be coyote pup An animal rescue in Florida had a surprise ending after crews realized the animal they were helping looked a bit different than your average dog. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-democrats-look-to-rally-behind-their-ticket-draw-national-attention-at-sta https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/03/69a8af4672f8e6.12069897.jpeg?w=900 Texas Democrats look to rally behind their ticket, draw national attention at state convention Texas Democrats will host their state convention in Corpus Christi this week and look to rally the party behind their ticket ahead of what they hope will be a midterm election that turns a cascade of https://westlakenews.org/news/data-breach-exposes-personal-information-of-over-3-million-texas-hunters-fishers https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/TH-7702.MXF_.05_45_36_16.Still001.jpg?w=900 Data breach exposes personal information of over 3 million Texas hunters, fishers More than 3 million Texas hunting and fishing license customers may have had personal information exposed after a cybersecurity incident involving a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department license system https://westlakenews.org/news/woman-arrested-in-connection-to-deadly-auto-pedestrian-hit-and-run https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/marthaflores.png Woman arrested in connection to deadly auto-pedestrian hit-and-run A woman has been arrested in connection to a deadly hit-and-run auto-pedestrian crash that happened on June 12. https://westlakenews.org/news/1-dead-several-injured-after-major-crash-on-fm-973-in-manor https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/manor-crash-WR-2.jpg?w=900 1 dead, several injured after major crash on FM 973 in Manor The Manor Police Department said officers responded to the scene of a major crash Sunday morning. https://westlakenews.org/news/us-coast-guard-helicopter-crashes-in-sitka-alaska https://static.q13fox.com/www.q13fox.com/content/uploads/2020/06/58e5266b16fbd.jpg US Coast Guard helicopter crashes in Sitka, Alaska The United States Coast Guard has confirmed that one of their helicopters crashed near Sitka, Alaska on Monday. https://westlakenews.org/news/judge-blocks-trump-administrations-database-to-check-citizenship-personal-inform https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/trump-oval-office-getty-scaled.jpg Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used. https://westlakenews.org/news/suspect-hospitalized-after-shooting-involving-three-bell-co-deputies-on-friday https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1626/986/138x0/90/28041efd-3da4-4213-af6d-1c5c95c2100b-daytimepolicelightsgenericWKRC.jpg Suspect hospitalized after shooting involving three Bell Co. deputies on Friday A suspect is in custody and being treated for non-life-threatening injuries at the hospital after a shooting involving deputies with the Bell County Sheriff's O https://westlakenews.org/news/one-dead-four-critically-injured-including-two-children-in-manor-crash-sunday-mo https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1440/986/0x262/90/3c67ef22-c91c-42b5-a938-292770da42b3-727519384_4223578437952404_1171199794800313198_n.jpg One dead, four critically injured, including two children, in Manor crash Sunday morning A woman is dead, and four others, including two young children, were hospitalized with critical injuries after a crash in Manor early Sunday morning.According t https://westlakenews.org/news/it-was-a-sick-feeling-p-terrys-ceo-discusses-closure-of-flagship-store https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1187/986/0x106/90/9fed41cb-a136-40b0-be0c-11d6aa5e2562-Screenshot20260620163741.png "It was a sick feeling" P. Terry's CEO discusses closure of flagship store After about 10 years, P. Terry’s is saying goodbye to their flagship location to make room for the I-35 expansion. https://westlakenews.org/news/2-more-suspects-charged-in-multi-state-white-house-ufc-attack-plot-justice-depar https://static.fox5dc.com/www.fox5dc.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2281030342.jpg 2 more suspects charged in multi-state White House UFC attack plot: Justice Department Federal prosecutors have charged two more individuals as co-conspirators in a thwarted multi-state plot to launch an alleged mass-casualty drone and sniper assault at the White House UFC event. https://westlakenews.org/news/olivia-rodrigo-launches-daisy-chain-fields-all-women-music-festival https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/olivia-rodrigo-getty-scaled.jpg Olivia Rodrigo launches Daisy Chain Fields all-women music festival Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women music festival, will feature performances by Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Stevie Nicks and more. https://westlakenews.org/news/this-one-question-may-reveal-whether-your-body-is-getting-the-rest-it-needs-stud https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/sleep-getty-scaled.jpg This one question may reveal whether your body is getting the rest it needs, study finds In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning. https://westlakenews.org/news/majority-of-working-parents-say-they-take-care-of-work-related-tasks-when-theyre https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/work-life-balance-getty-scaled.jpg Majority of working parents say they take care of work-related tasks when they’re with their kids A new survey reveals how moms and dads in the U.S. are juggling work and parenting at the same time. https://westlakenews.org/news/harker-heights-police-investigate-fatal-shooting https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/04/43706303-POLICE-LIGHTS.jpg Harker Heights Police investigate fatal shooting Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting after a wounded man arrived at a local emergency room early Sunday morning, authorities said. https://westlakenews.org/news/fathers-day-events-happening-in-austin https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2150531028-1.jpg?w=900 Father's Day events happening in Austin Father's Day is quickly approaching, and Austin is gearing up with a variety of events hosted throughout the city. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-fc-players-to-meet-fans-during-free-event https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2023/04/IMG_6998.jpg?w=900 Austin FC players to meet fans during free event Austin FC fans have the opportunity to meet some of the team’s players Saturday during ATX Fanfest. The event is free and open to the public. https://westlakenews.org/news/iu-student-dies-in-out-of-state-shooting-while-trying-to-break-up-fight https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Schuyler-2-e1602956588257.jpg?w=720 IU student dies in out-of-state shooting while trying to break up fight Police in Alabama arrested a man Friday after a shooting that left an IU student dead. https://westlakenews.org/news/volunteers-plant-trees-to-rebuild-lands-damaged-in-july-4th-floods https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/1_11b011.jpg?w=900 Volunteers plant trees to rebuild lands damaged in July 4th floods With the anniversary of the July 4th floods near, groups in Central Texas are planting trees and other plants on banks along the rivers and creeks still recovering from the disaster. https://westlakenews.org/news/federal-judge-blocks-bans-on-snap-use-for-soda https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26157020751624.jpg?w=900 Federal judge blocks bans on SNAP use for soda A federal judge has blocked bans on the usage of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for soda enacted by the Trump administration. https://westlakenews.org/news/six-dead-in-hill-county-crash https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/TEXAS-DPS.jpg?w=900 Six dead in Hill County crash Six people have died after a two-vehicle crash in Hill County. https://westlakenews.org/news/border-report-live-environmental-challenges-adding-up-on-south-texas-border https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/River-buoy-Brownsville-061726-1.jpg?w=900 Border Report Live: Environmental challenges adding up on South Texas border In this latest episode of Border Report Live, Bekah Hinojosa, co-founder of the South Texas Environmental Justice Network, tells South Texas correspondent Sandra Sanchez and host Rudy Mireles about se https://westlakenews.org/news/emt-at-knicks-parade-says-i-credit-us-after-life-saving-narcan-intervention https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/simone-cuomo.jpg?w=900 EMT at Knicks parade says ‘I credit us,’ after life-saving Narcan intervention A 24-year-old EMT student going viral after climbing into action at the Knicks parade says the credit belongs to the crowd. https://westlakenews.org/news/nancy-guthrie-ransom-note-says-she-is-buried-with-nature-source-said https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1258716875-1-e1772192835555_3e2024.jpg?w=900 Nancy Guthrie ransom note says she is 'buried with nature', source said Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her home in the early morning hours of Feb. 1, 2026. https://westlakenews.org/news/i-10-closures-and-detours-to-cause-major-delays-in-west-el-paso-for-interstate-e https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-71500363-e1782164202736.jpg I-10 closures and detours to cause major delays in West El Paso for interstate expansion Expect major delays in West El Paso this week as TxDOT schedules daily and nightly I-10 lane closures and bypass detours for the ongoing widening project. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-launches-new-world-screwworm-tracker-website https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Adult-screwworm-fly_203632.png?w=900 Texas launches New World screwworm tracker website The State of Texas launched an "enhanced website" to give Texans a one-stop shop for all things regarding the New World screwworm fly. https://westlakenews.org/news/democratic-led-states-balk-at-great-american-state-fair https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/dome_capitol_061526gn05_w.jpg?w=900 Democratic-led states balk at 'Great American State Fair' A grand state fair highlighting American culture is set to kick off on the National Mall this week ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary, but several states have publicly said they will not attend https://westlakenews.org/news/im-out-tucker-carlson-says-he-wont-support-republican-party https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP25264750566776-e1781267502552_766bc3-e1782216805208.jpg?w=900 'I'm out': Tucker Carlson says he won't support Republican Party The pundit, during a podcast appearance, wondered how any American "could support a political party that's not loyal to the United States." https://westlakenews.org/news/clive-davis-music-industry-giant-dies https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP25260054847295-e1782144444453.jpg?w=800 Clive Davis, music industry giant, dies Clive Davis is largely to thank for names like Whitney Houston, Janis Joplin, Carlos Santana, Bruce Springsteen, Barry Manilow, Aretha Franklin, Rod Stewart, and more. https://westlakenews.org/news/alan-greenspan-dies-at-100 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26059080028248.jpg?w=900 Alan Greenspan dies at 100 Alan Greenspan, who served five terms as chair of the Federal Reserve, died on Monday at the age of 100. https://westlakenews.org/news/argentinas-lionel-messi-makes-world-cup-history-in-texas https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2282792224-scaled.jpg Argentina’s Lionel Messi makes World Cup history in Texas One of the biggest names in soccer made World Cup history in Texas on Monday. https://westlakenews.org/news/attention-shifts-to-classroom-impact-modest-class-size-increases-less-planning-t https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/853/986/51x0/90/8e24db60-51b0-4ad4-94fa-782b8eed4a5f-Screenshot20260619173109.png Attention shifts to classroom impact: modest class-size increases, less planning time One day after Austin ISD trustees approved an $887 million operating budget for the 2026-27 school year, attention is shifting from the district’s finances to w https://westlakenews.org/news/comcast-says-service-restored-after-widespread-outage https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP24116033131504-e1715699409359.jpg?w=900 Comcast says service restored after widespread outage Comcast service has been restored Monday after an outage earlier in the day affected Xfinity customers across the country. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-board-of-education-to-consider-new-social-studies-curriculum-reading-lists https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/12/AP23012794484437.jpg?w=900 Texas Board of Education to consider new social studies curriculum, reading lists this week The board will to hear public comments throughout the week, giving parents, educators and advocacy groups an opportunity to weigh in before final decisions are made. https://westlakenews.org/news/still-in-drought-despite-recent-rain-making-up-for-50-inch-deficit https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_3513.jpg?w=900 Still in drought despite recent rain, making up for 50-inch deficit Water experts say, despite all the recent rain, we are not in the clear when it comes to sustained drought in Austin. https://westlakenews.org/news/the-voice-of-q2-austin-fc-pa-announcer-lands-world-cup-role-in-mexico-city https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/AP26083504519656-1_556db1.jpg?w=900 'The Voice of Q2': Austin FC PA announcer lands World Cup role in Mexico City The voice Austin FC fans hear at Q2 Stadium is now being heard on one the biggest stages in soccer. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-falls-into-vault-toilet-at-california-campsite-while-trying-to-rescue-sungla https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Screenshot-2026-06-22-at-4.54.52-PM-e1782172898481.png?w=900 Man falls into vault toilet at California campsite while trying to rescue sunglasses A man who fell into a campsite vault toilet while trying to retrieve his sunglasses was rescued by first responders and was able to walk away from the incident after being decontaminated. https://westlakenews.org/news/1st-on-the-border-case-of-new-world-screwworm-confirmed https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Adult-screwworm-fly_6d290d.png?w=900 1st on-the-border case of New World screwworm confirmed The first case of New World screwworm has been reported in a Texas border county on Monday. https://westlakenews.org/news/hays-cisd-moves-forward-with-affordable-housing-community-for-staff https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Hays-CISD-Housing.jpg?w=900 Hays CISD moves forward with affordable housing community for staff Hays CISD has partnered with Upward Communities to affordable housing for district employees. https://westlakenews.org/news/28-year-old-austin-woman-found-deceased https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/05/police-lights-crime-criminal-generic-2-1-1-1-e1743012814538_9ed1ee_b49d23.jpg?w=800 28-year-old Austin woman found deceased The Austin Police Department said Saturday that a woman who had been reported missing earlier in the week was found safe. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-community-celebrates-black-artists-matter-mural-before-removal https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/796/986/0x28/90/96c05422-0d00-4791-a796-2afd28304e01-Screenshot20260619192536.png Austin community celebrates 'Black Artists Matter' mural before removal Austin city leaders gathered on East 11th Street on Juneteenth to celebrate the “Black Artists Matter” mural before it must be removed under an order from the T https://westlakenews.org/news/charlie-kirk-murder-judge-rules-hearsay-evidence-allowed-in-suspect-tyler-robins https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2280589723.jpg Charlie Kirk murder: Judge rules hearsay evidence allowed in suspect Tyler Robinson’s preliminary hearing Lawyers for Charlie Kirk murder suspect Tyler Robinson were back in a Utah courtroom Monday as the judge ruled on several motions filed by the defense team. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-man-charged-after-friday-officer-involved-shooting-in-bell-county https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2024/11/crime-tape-police-lights.jpg Texas man charged after Friday officer-involved shooting in Bell County Brian Keith Fikac faces a first-degree felony charge following a Bell County sheriff's deputy-involved shooting near Holland, Texas, that left two injured. https://westlakenews.org/news/study-shows-more-dads-are-seeking-out-therapy https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/4AA2F1E61A198E033345B41D129D3C76-1.jpg?w=900 Study shows more dads are seeking out therapy With Father’s Day around the corner, Nin Emery, a Licensed Professional Counselor from Thriveworks in Austin, joined KXAN anchors in-studio for a live Q&A to discuss new research on how dads are incre https://westlakenews.org/news/tay-keith-hip-hop-producer-dies-at-29 https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/tay-keith-getty-scaled.jpg Tay Keith, hip hop producer, dies at 29 Grammy-nominated hip hop producer Tay Keith, the producer behind chart-topping tracks like Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode," has died. https://westlakenews.org/news/head-on-crash-between-dfw-and-waco-leaves-six-dead-including-two-children https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2024/09/Deadly-crash.jpg Head-on crash between DFW and Waco leaves six dead, including two children A violent two-vehicle crash on a Central Texas highway Saturday afternoon left six people dead, including two children, authorities said. https://westlakenews.org/news/more-recalls-issued-for-silicone-pull-string-teething-toys https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Screenshot-2026-06-22-081306.png?w=644 More recalls issued for silicone pull string teething toys "The strings can reach the back of children’s throat and become lodged, posing a serious risk of respiratory distress and deadly choking hazard" https://westlakenews.org/news/person-hit-by-train-will-survive-austin-police https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2023/09/64fe10cd6990c5.62163332.jpeg?w=900 Person hit by train will survive: Austin Police Fortunately, but also unusually for such collisions, the pedestrian will survive. https://westlakenews.org/news/mavericks-are-hiring-national-champ-coach-dusty-may-away-from-michigan-ap-source https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a3986cd546e15.35514151.jpeg?w=900 Mavericks are hiring national champ coach Dusty May away from Michigan, AP source says DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks and Dusty May of national champion Michigan are finalizing a deal for the coach to make the jump from college to the NBA, a person with knowledge of the deal told Th https://westlakenews.org/news/wet-pattern-over-as-summer-heat-settles-in https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/7-DAY-HIGHS-5.jpg?w=746 Wet pattern over as summer heat settles in We'll have a similar day on Tuesday with a bit more sunshine earlier in the day after early morning clouds lift away. -- Nick Bannin https://westlakenews.org/news/ivf-equal-protection-sparks-division-within-pro-life-texas-republican-party https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/01/AdobeStock_67275727-e1754091680761.jpeg?w=800 IVF, equal protection sparks division within pro-life Texas Republican Party Texas Republicans are divided over in vitro fertilization (IVF), with some viewing it as abortion and others supporting it, including President Donald Trump and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. https://westlakenews.org/news/blood-pressure-medication-recalled-nationwide-fda https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2076720880-e1733270679329.jpg?w=800 Blood pressure medication recalled nationwide: FDA The recall applies to 100 and 1,000 tablet bottles of Chlorthalidone sold nationwide. https://westlakenews.org/news/starmer-says-hell-resign-as-uk-prime-minister-roiling-british-politics-yet-again https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a395a913406c0.14296359.jpeg?w=900 Starmer says he'll resign as UK prime minister, roiling British politics yet again LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he will resign, forced out by his own party after missteps and mistakes soured voters’ goodwill following a landslide election victory two https://westlakenews.org/news/cornyn-trump-seems-to-revel-in-chaos https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/cornynjohn_051126gn03_w.jpg?w=900 Cornyn: Trump ‘seems to revel in chaos’ Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) says he no longer talks regularly with President Trump after losing his primary to a Trump-backed opponent last month, and that the president "seems to revel in chaos." In https://westlakenews.org/news/boston-close-call-as-american-and-delta-jets-were-only-300-feet-apart-expert-say https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/delta-american-gettyimages-1378736391.jpg Boston close call as American and Delta jets were only 300 feet apart, expert says Just a few hundred feet was all that separated a departing American Airlines jet and an inbound Delta Air Lines flight last weekend during a close call on a runway at Boston’s Logan Airport, an aviati https://westlakenews.org/news/one-dead-four-critically-injured-including-two-children-in-manor-crash https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2025/12/manor.jpg One dead, four critically injured including two children in Manor crash A 23-year-old woman was killed and four others, including an infant and a toddler, were hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a two-vehicle crash in Manor, Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/missing-austin-woman-ghadah-alharbi-found-apd-confirms https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2025/03/found.jpg Missing Austin woman Ghadah Alharbi found, APD confirms Missing Austin woman Ghadah Alharbi has been located after going missing earlier this week. https://westlakenews.org/news/argentina-vs-austria-world-cup-2026-north-texas-fan-hubs-buzzing-before-messi-ki https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/h-5p-wc-fans-austria_argentina_00.00.16.42.jpg Argentina vs Austria World Cup 2026: North Texas fan hubs buzzing before Messi kickoff North Texas is buzzing as Argentina and Austria fans pack local watch spots ahead of Monday's massive World Cup clash in Arlington https://westlakenews.org/news/oscar-winning-directors-daughter-and-her-husband-found-dead-in-car-on-california https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Interstate-5.jpg?w=900 Oscar-winning director's daughter and her husband found dead in car on California's I-5 A beloved California couple, longtime supporters and patrons of the San Francisco art community, were found dead inside their vehicle along a stretch of Interstate 5 north of Redding, according to law https://westlakenews.org/news/man-who-fell-to-his-death-at-madison-square-garden-concert-identified-nypd https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/APTOPIX_NBA_Finals_Knicks_Spurs_Basketball_26165091103097-e1782132380640.jpg?w=900 Man who fell to his death at Madison Square Garden concert identified: NYPD A 51‑year‑old man who died Saturday after falling from a balcony while attending a concert at Madison Square Garden has been identified, according to police. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-shelters-warn-bans-and-vet-only-meds-could-force-euthanasia-in-screwworm-f https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/852/986/0x78/90/db8a5d4d-cda9-4374-9ed9-6487d922de38-Screenshot20260619174349.png Texas shelters warn bans and vet-only meds could force euthanasia in screwworm fight Austin Pets Alive! worries they will they will soon exhaust their resources in trying to combat the flesh-eating parasite. https://westlakenews.org/news/nearly-4000-robotaxis-recalled-over-risk-of-driving-in-construction-zones https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/waymo-robotaxi.jpg Nearly 4,000 robotaxis recalled over risk of driving in construction zones A new recall of Waymo’s robotaxis comes after multiple reported incidents of the autonomous vehicles driving past ramp closures into construction sites. https://westlakenews.org/news/iran-team-leaves-note-in-world-cup-locker-room-thank-you-los-angeles https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/iran-soccer-team.jpg Iran team leaves note in World Cup locker room: ‘Thank you, Los Angeles’ Iran left a note in their locker room at SoFi Stadium following their match with Belgium, showing their gratitude to the city of Los Angeles for their hospitality. https://westlakenews.org/news/starmer-says-hes-resigning-as-uk-prime-minister https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Starmer-e1782127832639.jpg?w=900 Starmer says he's resigning as UK prime minister British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will resign, forced out by his own party after missteps and mistakes soured voters’ goodwill for a prime minister who won a landslide elect https://westlakenews.org/news/oliver-trees-final-wish-to-be-carried-out-after-his-death-at-32-representatives- https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/oliver-tree-ap-AP26166509585618.jpg?w=900 Oliver Tree's 'final wish' to be carried out after his death at 32, representatives say Tree, aka Oliver Tree Nickell, was one of six people killed when two helicopters collided in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, on June 14. https://westlakenews.org/news/dead-duckling-found-in-reflecting-pool https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/lincoln_reflecting_pool_061726nk02_w_20afda.jpg?w=900 Dead duckling found in Reflecting Pool Onlookers found a dead duckling in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Sunday, sparking concerns about the water conditions inside the newly renovated landmark. https://westlakenews.org/news/lionel-messi-breaks-world-cup-scoring-record-with-goal-against-austria https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26173640689281.jpg?w=900 Lionel Messi breaks World Cup scoring record with goal against Austria Lionel Messi broke the World Cup scoring record with his 17th goal in defending champion Argentina’s match against Austria on Monday, after he had missed a penalty kick earlier in the game. https://westlakenews.org/news/how-a-rowlett-family-ended-up-hosting-a-future-world-cup-star https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/061926-ms-p-casey-north-texas-sweden-connection-9p_00.00.08.42.jpg How a Rowlett family ended up hosting a future World Cup star A North Texas family from Rowlett is cheering on Swedish defender Hjalmar Ekdal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, over a decade after hosting the soccer star in their home during the local Dallas Cup youth https://westlakenews.org/news/screwworm-medications-straining-animal-shelter-budgets-across-texas https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/0x119/90/35727432-2f50-4277-b6df-ab6f88ee0c88-dog2.jpg Screwworm medications straining animal shelter budgets across Texas The screwworm outbreak is having a major impact on animal shelter budgets across Texas. Instant kill and preventative medications for dogs and cats are an unpre https://westlakenews.org/news/summer-meal-programs-help-central-texas-families-cope-with-rising-food-costs https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/0x1/90/c35d7984-89b4-4665-8957-261d3d98e8ef-kids4.jpg Summer meal programs help Central Texas families cope with rising food costs School has let out for the summer and that has local food banks working harder than ever to ensure children continue receiving nutritious meals.Across the count https://westlakenews.org/news/youre-not-the-only-one-chasing-world-cup-tickets-bots-are-too https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1131/986/0x21/90/ec7cb11f-9c23-4c08-ba62-62a9fd15dbe9-BOT2.jpg You're Not the Only One Chasing World Cup Tickets, Bots Are Too Millions of fans are racing to score World Cup tickets—but they’re not just competing with each other. Automated bots are snapping up seats in seconds, often dr https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-trustees-spare-librarians-in-last-minute-budget-change https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/853/986/51x0/90/8e24db60-51b0-4ad4-94fa-782b8eed4a5f-Screenshot20260619173109.png Austin ISD trustees spare librarians in last-minute budget change A last-minute change to Austin ISD’s budget for the 2026-27 school year spared school librarians from proposed cuts, prompting celebrations from advocates.The o https://westlakenews.org/news/georgetown-semiconductor-supplier-to-get-39-million-state-grant-for-expansion https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1024/986/0x54/90/e004901e-6369-4399-b417-f97db114e83c-GettyImages2230316805.jpg Georgetown semiconductor supplier to get $3.9 million state grant for expansion The Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) will award a grant of $3.9 million to Schunk Xycarb Technology (Xycarb) to support the expansion of their Georget https://westlakenews.org/news/georgetown-isd-approves-balanced-budget-with-staff-pay-raises https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1920/986/center/90/d7b8f823-26ec-4d37-a12a-b48baae1206d-1_12_2022_School_Testing_WCSD_Kids_Children_School_Blur_FIle_Classroom_Sinclair_HUB_WCSD_File066.jpg Georgetown ISD approves balanced budget with staff pay raises The Georgetown Independent School District Board of Trustees approved the budget for the 2026-2027 school year. The district managed to balance the budget and i https://westlakenews.org/news/education-board-to-consider-adding-more-bible-stories-change-history-lessons https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/GettyImages-865429020.jpg?w=900 Education board to consider adding more Bible stories, change history lessons Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible. https://westlakenews.org/news/city-leaders-hold-farewell-ceremonies-for-road-murals-ahead-of-removal-plan-dead https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_4264-e1781901202407.jpg?w=806 City leaders hold farewell ceremonies for road murals ahead of removal plan deadline Local leaders held a ceremony Friday to mark the looming destruction of several pieces of roadway art in Austin. https://westlakenews.org/news/infowars-set-to-return-on-july-2 https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-2247052664.jpg?w=900 InfoWars set to return on July 2 InfoWars is set to return on July 2, according to a social media post from The Onion's CEO, Ben Collins. https://westlakenews.org/news/vance-says-talks-with-iranian-officials-set-good-foundation-for-a-deal-to-end-th https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/6a39b22ac59395.87911065.jpeg?w=900 Vance says talks with Iranian officials set 'good foundation' for a deal to end the war OBBUERGEN, Switzerland (AP) — Vice President JD Vance on Monday said his lengthy talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland created a “good foundation for a successful final deal” as they seek https://westlakenews.org/news/sunrise-homeless-navigation-center-named-tentative-operator-of-new-south-austin- https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/austin-names-operator-for-homeless-center.jpg Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center named tentative operator of new South Austin facility Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center has been named a tentative operator for the city-owned facility that will provide coordinated, housing-focused navigation services for those at risk of homelessness. https://westlakenews.org/news/why-bijan-robinson-is-invested-in-the-fifa-world-cup https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26098570129428.jpg?w=900 Why Bijan Robinson is invested in the FIFA World Cup The Texas Ex is one of the most talented players in the NFL and very connected, as well. https://westlakenews.org/news/woman-airlifted-to-hospital-after-vehicle-rolls-over-her-near-lago-vista https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1440/986/0x135/90/f524c6ff-9f77-4672-8aac-40fecc419975-726622628_850568344798064_6385836523303062295_n.jpg Woman airlifted to hospital after vehicle rolls over her near Lago Vista A woman was airlifted to a hospital Friday afternoon after she was trapped beneath her own vehicle when it rolled over her, according to Travis County Emergency https://westlakenews.org/news/2-ex-officers-arrested-in-alleged-sexual-misconduct-involving-inmates-at-tdcj-ga https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/49bf083a-b205-406e-a4d5-79e33d8e436e-MISSINGPERSON20260619T140539.960.png 2 ex-officers arrested in alleged sexual misconduct involving inmates at TDCJ Galveston un Two former correctional officers were arrested for sexual misconduct against two female inmates at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's (TDCJ) Hospital Ga https://westlakenews.org/news/these-states-have-the-most-million-dollar-starter-homes https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-1201973805-scaled.jpg These states have the most million-dollar 'starter homes' More than half U.S. states now have at least one city with million-dollar starter homes, according to a new study. https://westlakenews.org/news/assault-case-dismissed-in-constables-death-homicide-case-against-other-man-ongoi https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/01/IMG_1252.jpg?w=900 Assault case dismissed in constable's death, homicide case against other man ongoing The Travis County District Attorney's Officer explained this week what led to it dismissing an assault charge in the January death of Caldwell County Precinct 3 deputy constable Aaron Armstrong. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-subaru-blood-cancer-united-deliver-blankets-to-leukemia-patients-at-st-da https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1731/986/75x0/90/43d10015-a000-41df-9413-1cb154629fe7-Screenshot20260619125934.png Austin Subaru, Blood Cancer United deliver blankets to leukemia patients at St. David's Austin Subaru and Blood Cancer United, formerly known as the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, teamed up to deliver blankets to leukemia patients at St. David's So https://westlakenews.org/news/etan-patz-supreme-court-reinstates-murder-conviction-in-1979-case-of-missing-nyc https://static.fox5ny.com/www.fox5ny.com/content/uploads/2025/07/patz.jpg Etan Patz: Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in 1979 case of missing NYC boy The U.S. Supreme Court reinstated the murder conviction of the man found guilty of killing 6-year-old Etan Patz on Monday. https://westlakenews.org/news/alan-greenspan-economist-former-federal-reserve-chairman-dies-at-100 https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-543295204.jpg Alan Greenspan, economist, former Federal Reserve chairman, dies at 100 Former chairman of the board of governors of the Federal Reserve System, Alan Greenspan, died on Monday at the age of 100. https://westlakenews.org/news/missing-woman-hasnt-been-heard-from-in-days-apd https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/untitled-april-15-2026-at-10.22.25-5.jpeg Missing woman hasn't been heard from in days: APD The Austin Police Department is looking for 28-year-old Ghadah Alharbi, who has not been heard from in days. https://westlakenews.org/news/watch-karmelo-anthony-trial-evidence-released-by-collin-county-judge https://static.fox4news.com/www.fox4news.com/content/uploads/2026/06/arrest-video-of-karmelo-anthony.jpg WATCH: Karmelo Anthony trial evidence released by Collin County judge Evidence from the Karmelo Anthony murder trial was released by a Collin County judge on Friday night, including police body camera footage of Anthony's arrest. https://westlakenews.org/news/juneteenth-2026-austin-celebrates-with-annual-parade-festival-in-east-austin https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/4032/986/0x378/90/24a1adf5-2f13-4922-b72a-5152e4555b87-Image21.jpg Juneteenth 2026: Austin celebrates with annual parade, festival in east Austin Hundreds of Austin residents gathered for the annual Juneteenth Parade and Park Festival Friday morning in east Austin to commemorate the end of slavery in the https://westlakenews.org/news/governors-office-launches-new-website-on-screwworm-response https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/6853328aaf5707.45850547-e1760465475404.jpeg?w=900 Governor's office launches new website on screwworm response The Office of the Governor announced the launch of a new website today that provides comprehensive information about the New World screwworm. https://westlakenews.org/news/body-found-in-lake-pflugerville https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/3840/986/128x0/90/c5918245-be70-4dd2-a1d5-407bc3b93b5b-LakePflugervilleSpring2026.00_33_43_14.Still079.jpg Body found in Lake Pflugerville Police are investigating after a man's body was found in Lake Pflugerville on Friday morning.Pflugerville police officers responded to the lake at about 8:54 a. https://westlakenews.org/news/state-of-texas-regulators-delay-decision-on-765-kv-transmission-line-project https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/PUC-Hearing-Public-Comment-1.mp4.00_00_00_00.Still001.jpg?w=900 State of Texas: Regulators delay decision on 765 kV transmission line project A key decision on Texas' massive new transmission line buildout is now on hold. https://westlakenews.org/news/train-vehicle-crash-closes-sh-130-exit-ramp-other-railroad-crossings-in-hutto https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/2048/986/0x192/90/05caa3ad-5794-4cb0-8d2e-6712d702b3aa-24076accdc0f4d649e913c87436d8703.jpg Train-vehicle crash closes SH 130 exit ramp, other railroad crossings in Hutto A train crash involving a vehicle closed an exit ramp on SH 130 in Hutto Friday morning, and several train crossings remain closed while crews wait for the trai https://westlakenews.org/news/delta-to-add-new-nonstop-from-austin-to-bay-area-in-october https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/10/GettyImages-2242342363.jpg?w=900 Delta to add new nonstop from Austin to Bay Area in October Delta Air Lines will launch a new nonstop route connecting Austin to San Jose, California, in October. https://westlakenews.org/news/police-investigating-after-body-found-in-lake-pflugerville https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_4562.jpg?w=900 Police investigating after body found in Lake Pflugerville A man’s body was found Friday morning in Lake Pflugerville, according to the Pflugerville Police Department. https://westlakenews.org/news/2-dead-after-murder-suicide-in-milam-county https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/09/GettyImages-1481901238_90c474.jpg?w=788 2 dead after murder-suicide in Milam County One person died early Friday morning, and another was in critical condition following an incident at a Milam County RV park. https://westlakenews.org/news/how-a-ut-austin-scientists-11-degree-twist-changed-physics https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AdobeStock_432100546.jpeg?w=900 How a UT Austin scientist's 1.1-degree twist changed physics A UT Austin physicist who helped create the field of twistronics is receiving the 2026 Kavli Prize in Nanoscience. Allan MacDonald's discovery showed how slightly twisting two ultra-thin sheets of gra https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-hits-record-144m-jobs-in-may-outpacing-national-growth https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2021/06/0E3F1C57D5484AF58B9C3E0E7711E3A1.jpg Texas hits record 14.4M jobs in May, outpacing national growth Texas just hit a new record high of 14.4 million jobs after adding 17,800 positions in May, continuing to outpace national job growth. https://westlakenews.org/news/one-dead-one-injured-in-shooting-at-milam-county-rv-park https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/612/986/0x32/90/f2594653-a4e3-4356-b3d6-cdf75a269c35-gettyimages1556373250612x612.jpg One dead, one injured in shooting at Milam County RV park A woman is dead and a man is in critical condition after a shooting early Friday at an RV park in Milam County, according to the sheriff's office.Deputies respo https://westlakenews.org/news/felony-warning-issued-as-arrests-reported-at-reflecting-pool https://static.fox5dc.com/www.fox5dc.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2281941634.jpg Felony warning issued as arrests reported at Reflecting Pool Federal officials warn visitors that taking paint chips, debris or other materials from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during cleanup of an algae bloom could lead to felony charges. https://westlakenews.org/news/democratic-socialists-roar-back-into-spotlight-with-la-dc-races https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/DemocraticSocialists_Fortinsky-Mueller_illo_SamanthaWong-AP-JoseLuisMagana-JaeCHong.jpg?w=900 Democratic socialists roar back into spotlight with LA, DC races Democratic socialists are back in the spotlight after notching two high-profile mayoral primary victories in major cities this month. https://westlakenews.org/news/florida-cashier-stole-elderly-mans-winning-lottery-ticket-deputies-say https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/florida-lottery-logo.jpg Florida cashier stole elderly man’s winning lottery ticket, deputies say A Florida woman landed behind bars after allegedly pocketing a winning lottery ticket that belonged to an elderly man who hit it big after playing the same numbers every day. https://westlakenews.org/news/archaeologists-uncover-musket-balls-fortifications-from-the-battle-of-bunker-hil https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2279013665.jpg Archaeologists uncover musket balls, fortifications from the Battle of Bunker Hill Archaeologists digging at Boston’s Bunker Hill Monument have uncovered musket balls, gun flints and the remains of a Revolutionary War fortification. https://westlakenews.org/news/mortgage-rates-drop-to-lowest-level-in-more-than-a-month-as-iran-deal-progresses https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2274954642.jpg Mortgage rates drop to lowest level in more than a month as Iran deal progresses Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level in more than a month, with Freddie Mac reporting the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage declined to 6.47% from 6.52% the previous week. https://westlakenews.org/news/aerial-footage-shows-expansive-warehouse-fire-burning-since-wednesday-in-los-ang https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Screen-Shot-2026-06-21-at-10.09.45-AM-e1782073363103.png?w=900 Aerial footage shows expansive warehouse fire burning since Wednesday in Los Angeles area The fire started Wednesday afternoon and could take days to be extinguished. https://westlakenews.org/news/woman-76-killed-after-tesla-crashes-into-home-texas-sheriff https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/69e9409274e239.10905118.jpeg?w=900 Woman, 76, killed after Tesla crashes into home: Texas sheriff Video from the home shows the Tesla speeding across the lawn and colliding with the building. https://westlakenews.org/news/murder-suicide-investigation-at-milam-county-area-rv-park-sheriff https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2023/01/milam-county-sheriff.jpg Murder-suicide investigation at Milam County area RV park: sheriff The Milam County Sheriff's Office is investigating an overnight murder-suicide at an RV park on FM 908. https://westlakenews.org/news/afd-extinguishes-small-fire-at-home-in-west-lake-hills https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media/605b6509-b13e-4609-8b6a-60fe0b3b2ffc-large16x9_C86A31131.jpg AFD extinguishes small fire at home in West Lake Hills Austin fire crews extinguished a small fire at a home in West Lake Hills after it was reportedly filled with smoke Friday morning.AFD reported around 10 a.m. th https://westlakenews.org/news/ballistics-match-links-2022-austin-unsolved-murder-to-houston-shooting https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/11/camnik-campbell-4-1.jpg?w=900 Ballistics match links 2022 Austin unsolved murder to Houston shooting According to Austin Police, ballistics evidence ties the 2022 killing of Camnik Campbell outside Barton Springs Pool to another deadly shooting one month later in Houston. https://westlakenews.org/news/new-ai-system-monitors-sh-130-traffic-in-real-time https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/843/986/32x1/90/a24f18aa-318d-4942-a4f6-c3340034f53b-Screenshot20260619085014.png New AI system monitors SH 130 traffic in real time Portions of SH 130 have a new high-tech upgrade aimed at making your drive safer and giving TxDOT a clearer picture of what’s happening on the road.A four-mile https://westlakenews.org/news/study-ranks-these-10-states-as-the-worst-for-heart-disease-deaths https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/heart-disease-e1698418241683.jpg?w=900 Study ranks these 10 states as the worst for heart disease deaths Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. https://westlakenews.org/news/asteroid-or-comet-meteor-or-meteorite-how-to-identify-and-classify-the-rocks-you https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/shooting-star-e1781722128531.jpg?w=900 Asteroid or comet? Meteor or meteorite? How to identify and classify the rocks you see streaking through the sky Ever wonder where that shooting star came from, or how it got to be in your sky? https://westlakenews.org/news/mms-without-artificial-dyes-are-coming-soon-but-two-iconic-colors-will-be-left-o https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP22021807236577-e1782050027944.jpg?w=900 M&M’s without artificial dyes are coming soon, but two iconic colors will be left out It's been almost 85 years since M&M's were introduced. The brand is about to take a big step. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-kills-himself-estranged-wife-during-san-antonio-standoff-that-injured-office https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/san-antonio.jpg Man kills himself, estranged wife during San Antonio standoff that injured officer A man and his estranged wife are dead after a standoff that injured a San Antonio police officer, according to authorities. https://westlakenews.org/news/ut-study-lead-arsenic-levels-found-in-austins-colony-drinking-water-exceeds-stan https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/2B3514B1276F589BD5747706088375FE.jpg?w=900 UT study: Lead, arsenic levels found in Austin's Colony drinking water exceeds standards Lead and arsenic in their drinking water. It's what the neighborhood of Austin's Colony learned Thursday evening with the release of new research from The University of Texas. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-approves-budget-preserves-full-time-librarians-at-every-campus https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/08/IMG_3832.jpg?w=900 Austin ISD approves budget, preserves full-time librarians at every campus Austin ISD trustees approved a budget Thursday night aimed at addressing a projected $181 million deficit for the 2026-27 school year. https://westlakenews.org/news/medicare-launches-pilot-program-expanding-access-to-glp-1-drugs https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1047505000-1.jpg?w=900 Medicare launches pilot program expanding access to GLP-1 drugs The program's demonstration run will last from July 1, 2026, until December 31, 2027, Medicare said. https://westlakenews.org/news/paxton-says-he-supports-ivf-in-pivot-from-texas-gop-platform https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2023/05/ken-paxton.jpg Paxton says he supports IVF in pivot from Texas GOP platform Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said he supports in vitro fertilization and would co-sponsor a bill to secure access if elected to the U.S. Senate. https://westlakenews.org/news/ingredient-needed-for-pretty-much-all-food-just-got-way-more-expensive-your-groc https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26150654298265.jpg?w=900 Ingredient needed for pretty much all food just got way more expensive. Your grocery bill may soar too The commodity is a crucial ingredient in growing or producing pretty much everything you put in your grocery cart or serve up on your dinner plate. https://westlakenews.org/news/is-hearing-loss-an-alzheimers-warning-sign-research-shows-new-risk-factors https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Screenshot-2026-06-19-at-12.38.41-PM.png?w=900 Is hearing loss an Alzheimer's warning sign? Research shows new risk factors The number of people living with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double by 2060. New research is shedding light on warning signs and risk factors that could signal cognitive decline ahead. https://westlakenews.org/news/7-horses-killed-in-fire-at-new-york-casino-hotel-harness-racetrack https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/Screenshot-2026-06-16-085839.png?w=900 7 horses killed in fire at New York casino hotel harness racetrack Seven horses are dead following an early morning fire at the Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track. https://westlakenews.org/news/faa-probes-near-miss-between-delta-american-airlines-flights-in-boston https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2244965638.jpg FAA probes near-miss between Delta, American Airlines flights in Boston The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a near-collision between two commercial aircraft at Boston Logan International Airport on Saturday. https://westlakenews.org/news/12-year-old-describes-chaos-on-stalled-adventureland-coaster-snapping-crying-scr https://static.fox5ny.com/www.fox5ny.com/content/uploads/2026/06/world-cup-boom-ny-primary-race-good-day-weeked-1-e1782054043391.jpg 12-year-old describes chaos on stalled Adventureland coaster: 'Snapping, crying, screaming' A Friday night at an amusement park turned into a terrifying ordeal for several riders when a roller coaster malfunctioned at Adventureland on Long Island, leaving passengers stranded sideways in the https://westlakenews.org/news/man-falls-to-his-death-during-goose-concert-at-madison-square-garden https://static.fox5ny.com/www.fox5ny.com/content/uploads/2026/06/1000061103.jpg Man falls to his death during Goose concert at Madison Square Garden A concertgoer died Saturday night after falling from the 300 section at Madison Square Garden. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-trustees-approve-887m-operating-budget-for-next-school-year https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1280/986/center/90/1e969bb5-6eab-48d6-a9da-2a23043f2b3c-000005.jpg Austin ISD trustees approve $887M operating budget for next school year The Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved the district's $887 million operating budget for the 2026-2027 school year late Thursday night after hours of debate.T https://westlakenews.org/news/man-attending-concert-at-madison-square-garden-dies-after-fall-nypd https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/c75b7b140dc34baaa6a108ecede7d11b-e1782052346678.jpg?w=900 Man attending concert at Madison Square Garden dies after fall: NYPD The man was attending a Goose concert with his wife, authorities confirmed. https://westlakenews.org/news/poll-texans-support-autonomous-vehicles-but-want-stronger-safety-standards https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2025/07/waymo-driverless-car.png Poll: Texans support autonomous vehicles, but want stronger safety standards Texans support the idea of self-driving vehicles, but want stronger safety standards and accountability from the companies that put them on the road, according to a new poll. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-weekend-guide-juneteenth-events-tap-soccer-and-a-new-adventure-course https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1097/986/41x160/90/8954032a-0faa-4af1-a5ac-d6a0524768e6-721403299_1485696936933564_5921154763758105020_n.jpg Austin weekend guide: Juneteenth events, tap, soccer and a new adventure course From Juneteenth celebrations to live music, tap dancing, soccer fun and a new adventure course, here are six Austin weekend events. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-trustees-hear-pleas-to-protect-programs-as-181m-deficit-budget-debate https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/4000/986/0x1/90/09246164-dd40-42c5-ac77-d1c1d5b28d49-AustinISD20252.jpg Austin ISD trustees hear pleas to protect programs as $181M deficit budget debated Austin ISD trustees spent hours Thursday listening to public comment and discussing a proposed budget aimed at closing a projected $181 million deficit.Educator https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-football-nabs-major-recruit-in-john-meredith-iii https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2023/09/dkr-field.jpg?w=900 Texas football nabs major recruit in John Meredith III According to 247Sports, he's the top-ranked recruit in Texas, the top corner in the country and the country's No. 4 overall recruit. He'll choose between the Longhorns, Texas A&M and Alabama. https://westlakenews.org/news/show-us-your-world-cup-moments-in-our-michelob-ultra-photo-gallery https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/800/986/center/90/14ea773e-c07b-409e-8c7b-f23dac7503aa-MISSINGPERSON20260622T085455.824.png Show us your World Cup moments in our Michelob Ultra photo gallery The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway, with 48 teams competing across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.Austin, are you watching? Share your watch party pics, fan gea https://westlakenews.org/news/floridas-exclusive-billionaire-bunker-has-everything-except-sewers https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/GettyImages-1305076913-e1781864182946.jpg?w=900 Florida's exclusive 'Billionaire Bunker' has everything — except sewers Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg plunked down $170 million for a 28,000-square-foot mansion on the island. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-supreme-court-sides-with-spacex-over-public-beach-access https://static.fox26houston.com/www.fox26houston.com/content/uploads/2023/01/SpaceX-starship.jpg Texas Supreme Court sides with SpaceX over public beach access The Texas Supreme Court on Friday ruled that environmental groups cannot sue to preserve access to public access to a beach that's been closed during rocket launches. https://westlakenews.org/news/show-your-stripes-day-these-cities-had-the-most-higher-than-average-temperatures https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/girls-cooling-off-gettyimages-2277374518.jpg ‘Show Your Stripes Day’: These cities had the most higher-than-average temperatures As communities prepare to mark “Show Your Stripes Day” on June 20, new climate data reveals just how dramatically temperatures have risen over the past century. https://westlakenews.org/news/summer-solstice-2026-when-is-it-and-what-to-know https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2221208563.jpg Summer solstice 2026: When is it and what to know The first day of summer arrives this weekend.  June 21 marks the first day of the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere this year, according to the Farmer’s Almanac. https://westlakenews.org/news/fry-pie-factory-recalls-pepperoni-rolls-for-undeclared-milk-allergen https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/fda-getty-scaled.jpg Fry Pie Factory recalls pepperoni rolls for undeclared milk allergen Fry Pie Factory's pepperoni rolls are being recalled over an undeclared allergen and concerns about improper storage. Here's what to know. https://westlakenews.org/news/court-restores-ohio-rules-limiting-kids-access-to-social-media https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2267817749-scaled.jpg Court restores Ohio rules limiting kids’ access to social media A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental permission before children under 16 can create or maintain social media accounts. https://westlakenews.org/news/teething-toy-sold-on-amazon-recalled-after-choking-reports https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/teething-toy-recall-cpsc-scaled.jpg Teething toy, sold on Amazon, recalled after choking reports More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately. https://westlakenews.org/news/government-regulations-add-nearly-132k-to-cost-of-new-home-builders-say https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/gettyimages-2246595764-scaled.jpg Government regulations add nearly $132K to cost of new home, builders say Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that https://westlakenews.org/news/afd-extinguishes-small-fire-at-home-in-west-lake-hills-keye https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/J6_coFbogxhRI9iM864NL_liGXvsQp2AupsKei7z0cNNfDvGUmWUy20nuUhkREQyrpY4bEeIBuc=s0-w300 AFD extinguishes small fire at home in West Lake Hills - KEYE <a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilgFBVV95cUxQWGI5MFkyWFpQSkItMllQNUFLaUFLUkdON25abzJydDdTZkt5Rk5zSy0yLXljWVd2TUtxdTJiVlJ6WWhQZGNDazFFUHF3a1E5YkU1SjNLTEpGZHgxeWdST2VOTm54MkpveEhvSHNTSn https://westlakenews.org/news/west-austin-pet-hospital-opens-next-week-brings-advanced-care-to-west-lake-hills https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/J6_coFbogxhRI9iM864NL_liGXvsQp2AupsKei7z0cNNfDvGUmWUy20nuUhkREQyrpY4bEeIBuc=s0-w300 West Austin Pet Hospital opens next week, brings advanced care to West Lake Hills - Community Impact | News <a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi1wFBVV95cUxNY05hbkNLMlFURUhwX05uRDBzVW5icjc0dm4zR29nYkdBVktnRDlOYnFLakMxQjBLQ3RSc19vZDFHWVctRVpkOWZUMzN5Y1R2OHZVWTFSc1Qxbkw1bnFmYmR3empiNERwOVdTeDB1c3 https://westlakenews.org/news/tsa-sounds-alarm-after-world-cup-fans-pack-their-bags-with-american-staple https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/fifa-world-cup-travel-fox-news-getty-scaled.jpg TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple As the World Cup brings millions of international visitors to the U.S., many fans are trying out American staples — and rushing to take them back home with them. https://westlakenews.org/news/former-olympian-among-the-multiple-arrests-trump-says-were-made-at-reflecting-po https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26171631726374-e1782049105457.jpg?w=900 Former Olympian among the 'multiple arrests' Trump says were made at Reflecting Pool amid vandalism claims Trump said earlier on Friday that federal authorities were “actively investigating” reported vandalism near the reflecting pool. https://westlakenews.org/news/the-week-brings-plenty-of-heat-and-little-chance-of-rain https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/1_fb517a.jpg?w=900 The week brings plenty of heat and little chance of rain The night has arrived and with it a quiet night with the heat returning in full force the rest of the week. - Freddy Vela https://westlakenews.org/news/us-beats-australia-2-0-to-advance-to-world-cup-knockout-round https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26170727463710.jpg?w=900 US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday. https://westlakenews.org/news/austin-isd-board-prepares-to-vote-on-budget-plan-to-close-its-181m-deficit https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/04/Austin-ISD-says-more-cuts-are-coming.jpg?w=602 Austin ISD board prepares to vote on budget plan to close its $181M deficit Austin ISD trustees considered a proposed budget Thursday night aimed at addressing a projected $181 million deficit. https://westlakenews.org/news/talarico-calls-on-paxton-to-release-files-related-to-plea-deal-in-child-sex-abus https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1088/986/5x0/90/29455e43-5a5d-41cd-ac16-dbb02a483e2f-hoffmanfiles.png Talarico calls on Paxton to release files related to plea deal in child sex abuse case Democratic U.S. candidate and Austin-area State Rep. James Talarico is demanding his opponent, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, release records tied to a plea https://westlakenews.org/news/over-150-servicemembers-fall-ill-in-major-flu-outbreak-at-lackland-air-force-bas https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media/008c3ceb-82f2-4afd-840d-6bfefb568f42-large16x9_airmen.jpg?1673649354263 Over 150 servicemembers fall ill in major flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base It comes after Hegseth announced in April that members of the U.S. military will no longer be required to receive the annual flu vaccine. https://westlakenews.org/news/texas-hires-southeastern-louisianas-rick-fremin-as-associate-head-coach https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP24139682649215.jpg?w=900 Texas hires Southeastern Louisiana's Rick Fremin as associate head coach Rick Fremin, who spent 10 seasons building Southeastern Louisiana's program into one of the premier non-power conference programs, will join the Longhorns as an associate head coach, the school announ https://westlakenews.org/news/universal-music-affiliate-joins-hill-country-development-set-for-large-scale-mus https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/white-rocks-full-dev-from-the-preserveview001.jpg?w=900 Universal Music affiliate joins Hill Country development set for large-scale music venue, hotel, residences A Universal Music Group-affiliated company is tacking its name to a long-planned and reworked development close to the live music capital. https://westlakenews.org/news/protestors-call-for-arrest-of-mississippi-officer-after-1-year-old-fatally-shot- https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/IMG_5736-e1781706036342.jpg?w=900 Protestors call for arrest of Mississippi officer after 1-year-old fatally shot outside Walmart A Mississippi police officer has been placed on administrative leave after an officer-involved shooting at a Walmart in the town of Senatobia left a 1-year-old child dead. https://westlakenews.org/news/public-utility-commission-of-texas-approves-new-process-for-big-energy-users https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/07/PUC-ERCOT-PRESS-CONF-072221.jpg?w=900 Public Utility Commission of Texas approves new process for big energy users The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) approved the Electric Reliability Council of Texas's (ERCOT) new way of assessing requests from large loads to connect with the Texas power grid on Thursd https://westlakenews.org/news/america250-is-planning-its-own-july-4-concert-whos-playing https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/chris-stapleton-AP25324067502397.jpg?w=900 America250 is planning its own July 4 concert: Who's playing? America250, the non-partisan commission tasked with preparing celebrations for the nation’s 250th, has announced several of the musical acts that will be performing at its “America’s Block Party” conc https://westlakenews.org/news/extreme-heat-expected-again-at-the-grand-canyon-after-3-hikers-die-in-heat-relat https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26171056276753.jpg?w=900 Extreme heat expected again at the Grand Canyon after 3 hikers die in heat-related incidents Visitors to Grand Canyon National Park are being warned about extreme heat that will plague the popular destination early next week after a recent increase in heat-related incidents in the inner canyo https://westlakenews.org/news/the-history-of-juneteenth-and-how-it-became-a-federal-holiday https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/juneteenth-celebrations.jpg The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 1 https://westlakenews.org/news/talarico-dismisses-corny-nicknames-attacks-from-trump-paxton https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/talaricojames_030126ap01_w_71811f-e1781987578155.jpg?w=900 Talarico dismisses ‘corny nicknames,’ attacks from Trump, Paxton "[Republicans] have no clue how to get this economy back on track.” https://westlakenews.org/news/trump-says-us-will-begin-charging-tolls-in-strait-of-hormuz-if-final-iran-deal-n https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/06/AP26169758825353-e1781816934116_d8c7fc-e1781989924673.jpg?w=900 Trump says US will begin charging tolls in Strait of Hormuz if final Iran deal not reached in 60 days Trump claimed there'd be “NO TOLLS” in the waterway during or after the ceasefire period unless the two sides fail to reach a final agreement by then. https://westlakenews.org/news/body-found-in-lake-pflugerville-police-investigating https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2020/09/water-generic.jpg Body found in Lake Pflugerville; police investigating Police say the body of an unidentified adult male was found in the water near a pier in Lake Pflugerville. https://westlakenews.org/news/juneteenth-celebrations-in-austin-include-parade-and-fun-run https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/46641388275.jpg Juneteenth celebrations in Austin include parade and fun run Central Texans gather to celebrate Juneteenth or "Freedom Day" on June 19 and commemorate the end of slavery. https://westlakenews.org/news/pterrys-to-close-flagship-store-at-capital-plaza-due-to-i-35-expansion https://static.fox7austin.com/www.fox7austin.com/content/uploads/2026/06/pterrys.jpg P.Terry's to close flagship store at Capital Plaza due to I-35 expansion P. Terry's will be closing its flagship store at the end of June due to the expansion of I-35. https://westlakenews.org/news/man-fired-by-firm-after-viral-video-shows-him-scolding-dad-for-taking-young-daug https://static.livenowfox.com/www.livenowfox.com/content/uploads/2026/06/qt-gas-station.jpg Man fired by firm after viral video shows him scolding dad for taking young daughters into women's restroom An irate customer who went viral for scolding a father inside a gas station's women's restroom while he was helping his two young daughters has been fired by a Mississippi real estate firm. https://westlakenews.org/news/bartlett-earns-film-friendly-texas-designation https://www.kxan.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2024/07/bartlett-water-tower.jpg?w=900 Bartlett earns 'Film Friendly Texas' designation The city of Bartlett has been designated a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission (TFC), a program aimed at helping communities attract film, television and other media p https://westlakenews.org/news/investigators-give-final-analysis-in-camp-mystic-flood-hearing https://cbsaustin.com/resources/media2/16x9/1024/986/0x54/90/d96d30bb-ba8f-48a6-87b7-9351b6a33ba0-GettyImages2224032608.jpg Investigators give final analysis in Camp Mystic flood hearing A Texas legislative committee’s investigation into the deadly July 4, 2025, floods at Camp Mystic concluded Thursday with findings that the camp failed in key a