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Vying to be the most ‘conservative’ candidate

Austin

If you want to win a statewide race in Texas, being a conservative Republican is a good start. Most would say that's what you'd find in the Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Kay Bailey Hutchison. However, as YNN's Karina Kling reports, the word ‘conservative’ in Texas today sometimes takes on a new meaning.

Vying to be the most ‘conservative’ candidate

05/15/2012 05:45 PM

More animals could face euthanization due to city shelter overflow

Austin

Due to immense overcrowding, the Austin Animal Center will be forced to euthanize more animals and jeopardize the city’s no-kill status. Tuesday, both the Austin Humane Society and Austin Pets Alive! scrambled to take in more animals from the shelter to free up room at the East Austin facility.

More animals could face euthanization due to city shelter overflow

Updated 05/15/2012 04:51 PM

Driver killed after truck hits utility pole

Austin

Austin police say a man died early Tuesday morning after he lost control of his pickup truck and it struck a utility pole near I-35 and Braker Lane.

05/15/2012 05:21 PM

Parishioners show support for national ‘rogue’ nun group

Austin

Local Catholics came together in front of St. Mary’s Cathedral Tuesday to stand with a national organization of nuns currently facing scrutiny from the Vatican. The Leadership Conference of Women Religious has questioned the church’s position on homosexuality and the male-only priesthood.

05/15/2012 06:26 PM

Second Barrington teacher in child porn investigation resigns

Austin

A sixth-grade teacher at Barrington Elementary School has resigned following an investigation into child pornography. AISD officials announced Monday the teacher was the subject of a federal investigation. He resigned later that day. Last week, Austin police charged another teacher at Barrington with possession of child pornography.

05/15/2012 02:50 PM

‘Bobby Bones Show’ producer fist-pumps way to new record

Austin

Ray Slater, a producer on "The Bobby Bones Show," fist pumped for 17 hours and 15 minutes, potentially setting a new world record.

‘Bobby Bones Show’ producer fist-pumps way to new record

05/15/2012 06:32 PM

CAMM: Kids work together on new East Austin community garden

Austin

Kids involved with the River City Foundation have started a new community garden in East Austin.

05/15/2012 04:06 PM

Hutchison op-ed asks women to back Romney

Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison officially endorsed Gov. Romney Tuesday in an op-ed article in the Houston Chronicle.

05/15/2012 01:38 PM

New US Senate ad hits TV

You can expect to see plenty more campaign ads, now that Texas primary early voting is underway.

05/15/2012 12:50 PM

Westwood's Wyatt added to U.S. football team

Wide Receiver added to under-19 squad

05/15/2012 08:12 PM

UT Golfer Spieth preps for regionals

Longhorns Freshman up for Ben Hogan award

05/15/2012 07:40 PM

Six Texas Softball players earn 2012 All-Big 12 Conference honors

5 Horns players named 1st team All-Big 12

05/15/2012 04:57 PM

Automotively Austin: Car sharing goes viral around town

Traffic is among the reasons many people are getting rid of their cars and choosing to share instead. Learn more about Austin’s own car sharing program, car2go, in the second part of our series Automotively Austin.

Pet Pointers: Fat cats

Obesity in cats can lead to health problems like arthritis and diabetes. Your feline friend may need to trim down a bit. Learn more in this edition of Pet Pointers.

Smart Living: How to make dreams reality

Want to follow your dreams but don't know how to get started? Learn from an expert in this edition of "Smart Living."

Automotively Austin: On the brink of auto technology

Cars on the road may not be made in Austin but some of the technology is. Our week-long Automotively Austin series begins Monday as YNN’s Jess Mitchell explores the cutting-edge automotive technology made in Austin.

The Car Coach: 2012 Fisker Karma

Priced between $102,000 and $116,000, the 2012 Fisker Karma may be a bit out of the price range for most shoppers, this state-of-the-art machine is still worth checking out. Take a tour in this "The Car Coach."

Your Health: Catching and curing skin cancer

Science is helping detect skin cancer sooner and cure it faster. Learn more about it in this edition of "Your Health."

Tech Beat: Advocacy group's uses Facebook to spread awareness

Advocacy group Children's Rights works each day for disadvantaged children in America's foster care system, but in May, they will unveil a new tool to help spread awareness.

Tone Up: Strengthening the obliques

Looking to workout your obliques but still want to stay safe? Marcie Fraser shows you how in this "Tone Up."

Going Green: 10,000 green-rated homes in Austin

The Austin Energy Green Building Program has reached its 10,000th home. Learn more about the program in this edition of "Going Green."

Pet of the Week: Cinnamon, Popcorn

Meet a cuddly companion and a big-loving lap cat looking to find a home.

App Wrap: 'Leonardo Da Vinci: Anatomy,' 'Blueprints 3D'

YNN's Adam Balkin highlights apps featuring Leonardo Da Vinci and blueprints from the human body.

Out in the Garden: The right dirt

When it comes to gardening, it’s all about the dirt. Find out about a new soil company in this edition of “Out in the Garden.”

Cooking at Home: Garlic and cumin marinated strip steaks with chunky guacamole

YNN's Dan Eaton cooks up some tasty strip steaks and guacamole in this edition of "Cooking at Home."

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Cooking at Home: </em></span> Garlic and cumin marinated strip steaks with chunky guacamole

Cooking at Home: Cajun chicken romaine salad

Learn how to make this summer favorite in this edition of Cooking at Home.

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Off the Plate Cooking: Texas Wild Caught Shrimp Ravigote

Check out the recipe for Texas Wild Caught Shrimp Ravigote from the Cabernet Grill.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Off the Plate Cooking: </em></span> Texas Wild Caught Shrimp Ravigote

Musician attempts record-breaking performance

ENTERTAINMENT

Austin musician David Didonato is attempting to break the standing record for longest guitar solo of all time. Didonato began his quest to become the latest guitar hero Sunday evening, taking only a single 5 minute break each hour for 24 hours and 18 minutes.

Musician attempts record-breaking performance

Lone Star Scene: 'Friday Night Lights' stars swing away for charity

Actors Kyle Chandler and Brad Leland returned as hosts for the 5th annual Beyond the Lights Celebrity Golf Classic in Bastrop.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Lone Star Scene: </em></span>'Friday Night Lights' stars swing away for charity

Cinema Spotlight: Burton's 'Dark Shadows' disappoints

Their history together spans "Edward Scissorhands" to "Alice in Wonderland." Now, Tim Burton and Johnny Depp bring a creepy old soap opera back to life. Take a look at their new movie “Dark Shadows” in this edition of Cinema Spotlight.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Cinema Spotlight: </em></span>Burton's 'Dark Shadows' disappoints

Backstage Pass: Panchaga Fest

Get a peek of this weekend’s Panchaga Fest in this edition of “Backstage Pass.”

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Backstage Pass: </em></span> Panchaga Fest

Police: Man knelt in roadway before struck

Austin

Austin police are investigating the death of a man hit and killed by a driver on Guadalupe Street near West 38th Street just after 2:30 a.m. Tuesday. Police say the man knelt in the roadway "for unknown reasons" before he was struck.

Police: Man knelt in roadway before struck

Updated 05/15/2012 03:52 PM

UT faculty, students back President Powers

Austin

University of Texas faculty and students showed their support for school president Bill Powers after speculation swirled last week that his job was in jeopardy. The rumors sprouted from a blog post by Paul Burka with Texas Monthly, who said Powers was in danger of losing his job because of his his opposition to Gov. Rick Perry's call for tuition freeze.

UT faculty, students back President Powers

Updated 05/15/2012 09:46 AM

Council members pitch Austin Energy rate hike plan

Austin

A few Austin City Council members think they have a rate hike Austin Energy leaders and customers will accept. If approved, it would be phased in over three years and give Austin Energy 20-million dollars less than it wanted.

05/14/2012 05:57 PM

Olympic Summit in Dallas brings out swimming's stars

Austin/Round Rock/San Marcos

Phelps, Hansen among swimming stars in Dallas

Olympic Summit in Dallas brings out swimming's stars

05/14/2012 07:24 PM

Former Heisman winner, St. Andrew's Head Coach Detmer elected to CFB Hall of Fame

Austin/Round Rock/San Marcos

Detmer first person elected to 2012 class

Former Heisman winner, St. Andrew's Head Coach Detmer elected to CFB Hall of Fame

05/14/2012 08:19 PM

Second Barrington Elementary teacher faces child porn investigation

Austin

A second teacher at Barrington Elementary is under investigation for child pornography, but this time, it's a federal investigation. Monday, AISD police said a sixth grade math teacher is now on administrative leave. Just last week, Austin police arrested a Barrington Elementary fourth grade teacher for child pornography. District officials say the two cases are unrelated.

Second Barrington Elementary teacher faces child porn investigation

Updated 05/14/2012 05:19 PM

Round Rock soldier dies in Afghanistan

Round Rock

The Department of Defense says 21-year-old Spc. Alex Hernandez, III of Round Rock died Saturday. He was found unresponsive in his room in the Kandahar province, and his death is under investigation.

05/14/2012 06:33 PM

Awkward timing of primary elections could hinder some candidates’ chances

Central Texas

Confusion over election dates due to the state's redistricting battle pushed primary election day to May 29, one day after Memorial Day. The late date and holiday weekend could make voter turnout lower than ever, and could even hinder some candidates’ chances to win.

Awkward timing of primary elections could hinder some candidates’ chances

05/14/2012 04:52 PM

Swimmer impaled by underwater rebar in Lady Bird Lake

Austin

Rescue swimmers freed a man who was "impaled" by a piece of rebar after jumping into the water from just above water level. Swimming in the lake is illegal as the bottom is littered with pieces of concrete, rebar and other materials used in construction.