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Capital Tonight: Adding up changes to education law

Central Texas

In Wednesday's episode: A district judge has agreed to hear new testimony in the school finance trial; we take a closer look at what abortion law changes passed out of the Senate would mean; and Congressman John Carter says he has serious concerns with an immigration reform bill he helped draft.

Capital Tonight: Adding up changes to education law

06/19/2013 08:15 PM

Showers for city workers to cost more than $550,000

Austin

City workers in a couple of locations could soon have the option of showering at work. Austin City Council is expected to approve the construction of two shower facilities, one at the Austin Parks and Recreation Department and one at the Austin Water Utility, which will cost more than half a million dollars.

06/19/2013 07:21 PM

Abortion rights advocates decry Senate measures

Austin

Stiffer abortion regulations are on their way to becoming law in the state of Texas. Late Tuesday night, the Senate passed a group of bills which would significantly change the way abortion clinics operate.

06/19/2013 07:05 PM

Judge rules to allow new evidence in school finance lawsuit

Austin

District Judge John Dietz ruled Wednesday that new evidence will be heard in that school finance lawsuit. Dietz made his ruling after lawyers for the state argued that actions taken during the 83rd Legislature—namely a boost in public education funding and reduced standardized testing requirements—should be admitted as evidence. Six weeks of testimony on what the new funding means may begin in January.

Judge rules to allow new evidence in school finance lawsuit

Updated 06/19/2013 06:17 PM

AFD firefighter in critical condition after hit-and-run

Austin

Austin firefighter Colin Camp, a six-year veteran of the department, is in critical condition after being struck by a pickup truck while riding his bicycle Tuesday afternoon in South Austin. The driver of the truck fled the scene, but was later arrested. He is charged with aggravated assault of a motor vehicle and failure to stop and render aid.

AFD firefighter in critical condition after hit-and-run

Updated 06/19/2013 04:20 PM

A title, and legacies, on the line for Heat, Spurs

Game 7 will decide NBA Champ on Thursday

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Senators pass abortion bills after hours of debate

After several hours of debate, state senators passed a number of abortion-related bills late Tuesday, but not before the author of the bill took out a component blocking abortions after 20 weeks. YNN's LeAnn Wallace has more.

06/19/2013 12:53 PM

Capital Tonight: Abortion bills trigger fierce Senate debate

The Senate took up a bill that would make numerous changes to the state's abortion laws; Travis County District Attorney Rosemary Lehmberg went before county officials to ask for local funding after Gov. Perry vetoed state money for the Public Integrity Unit; and Central Texas attorney Kelly O'Brien defends his call for Lehmberg to step down.

06/18/2013 08:06 PM

Lawmakers discuss safeguards for chemical plants

The House Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety heard testimony from state agencies Monday regarding the deadly explosion in West, Texas. Lawmakers want to ensure safety while not over-regulating the state's vital agricultural sector. YNN’s LeAnn Wallace was at the hearing this morning and explains what worries the lawmakers the most.

06/17/2013 06:04 PM

Heat take game 6, force decisive game 7

Allen comes up huge for Heat

06/18/2013 11:26 PM

Sheldon McClellan transferring to Miami

Former Longhorns guard heading to South Beach

06/17/2013 06:31 PM

Nate Boyer named Big 12 Sportsperson of the Year

Junior DS Nate Boyer becomes the third Longhorns football player to earn the honor

06/17/2013 02:53 PM

Annual physical important for all children, teens

YNN’s Marcie Fraser has some important things to remember at your child or teen’s next physical in this edition of “Child Wellness.”

E3 Wrap-Up 2013: Sports games big on keeping it real

In part two of this week's five-part series highlighting some of the top titles from the E3 video game convention, YNN's Adam Balkin highlights some games that draw so many in, even if they don't consider themselves serious gamers.

Mix up your own bouncy ball using science

Today on “Science Break,” we’re playing with polymers. Our Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons shows us how.

Preventative care increases demand for nurses

Electronic medical records and lower reimbursement rates from insurance companies are changing the field of medicine which includes nursing. For this edition of Healthy Living, YNN’s Marcie Fraser has more.

Alligators aren't good house pets

There are many animals that are easy to acquire, but difficult to keep as pets, including alligators. Today on "Pet Pointers," we’ll talk about why an alligator makes a lousy house pet.

Game developers flex superhero powers

YNN's Adam Balkin explains how, at a time when Superman is cleaning up at the box office, software developers are hoping other superheroes will wield similar power over consumers' video game purchases.

Fight injury-related depression with cardio

Nothing is more depressing than gaining weight when you’ve been told you can't work out because of an injury. YNN’s Marcie Fraser explains how you could overcome the challenge on today's "Tone Up."

Charlie is a little kitty with a lot of love to give

Today's "Pet of the Week" is Charlie. Lauralei Combs introduces you to this cute 9-week-old domestic short hair.

Lassie, a great first-time pet, looking for forever home

Lauralei Combs joins Rich Segal to introduce you to Lassie, today's "Pet of the Week." She is a one-year-old Sheltie/Corgi mix.

Last minute, fashionable gift ideas for Father's Day

In this "Fashionably Yours," YNN's Anne Hudson speaks with Michaela Anastasiou, manager of Co Star, about a few great gift ideas for this Father's Day.

Make-A-Wish Foundation sending Austinites 'over the edge' for charity

In this "Active Now," YNN's Jess Mitchell speaks with a spokesperson for the Make-A-Wish Foundation about Austin Over the Edge, a program in which regular Austinities can rappel down the side of a skyscraper to raise money for charity.

With new album out, Bob Schneider to play Blues on the Green

In this "Backstage Pass," YNN's Andy Langer catches up with Austin-based musician Bob Schneider. Schneider has a lot shaking in his world right now--a new album was just released and he's schedule to play Blues on the Green next month--and he tells Langer all about it.

Arts Minute: June 19

Take a look at what’s happening this week in the arts.

06/19/2013 04:35 PM

Music Spotlight: Phoebe Hunt

Phoebe Hunt performs “One Trick Pony” in the YNN studios.

06/19/2013 10:47 AM

'Dixie's Tupperware Party' roars into Austin

Dixie Longate from the hit stage show “Dixie’s Tupperware Party,” took the studio by storm when she visited Tuesday morning to talk about her upcoming performance at The Long Center.

06/18/2013 11:01 AM

Final 6 members selected for city redistricting commission

Austin

Now fully staffed, the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission will soon begin meeting to draw the city's 10 representation districts.

Final 6 members selected for city redistricting commission

06/19/2013 02:20 PM

Court sides with opponents of Hays County pumping permit

Hays County

It's becoming commonplace for Central Texas groundwater disputes to end up in the courtroom. That's exactly the case for people trying to protect a popular Hays County swimming hole. YNN's Dan Robertson shows us how residents and conservationists say they are fighting to save Jacob's Well outside of Wimberley.

06/19/2013 06:07 PM

'Transformers 4' transforms Lockhart

Lockhart

Fast cars, big explosions, and giant robots took over Lockhart Wednesday. YNN photojournalist Jesse Maloney headed south to Caldwell County where many in the community came out to see the action.

06/19/2013 07:41 PM

The trouble with tossing toilets

Austin

If you’re in Austin, you likely know when crews will come around to pick up your trash and recyclables, but what about the bigger items like toilets? YNN's Jess Mitchell explains what to do if you need to get rid some sizable clutter.

Updated 06/19/2013 03:18 PM

Style Guide: June 19

Austin

Check out what stylish events are coming to Austin with YNN's Anne Hudson.

06/19/2013 05:05 PM

Council considers burying Interstate 35 through Downtown

Austin

A discussion about running more than a mile of Interstate 35 underground, through downtown Austin, has resumed at the state and federal level. It's an idea to ease traffic congestion and close the divide between East Austin and Downtown, but it would come with a half-billion dollar price tag. YNN City Reporter Jeff Stensland explains some of the challenges the City Council's considering.

Council considers burying Interstate 35 through Downtown

06/18/2013 06:35 PM

Despite November setback, Council still working on affordable housing

Austin

After voters last November shot down a $78 million plan to fund affordable housing, Austin City Council is still working to find ways to meet the city's affordable housing needs.

Despite November setback, Council still working on affordable housing

06/18/2013 06:09 PM

Lehmberg: Public Integrity Unit an 'unfunded mandate' since state funding veto

Austin

Travis County District Attorney Rosemary Lehmberg appeared at the Travis County Commissioners Court on Tuesday to discuss the county's options now that Gov. Rick Perry has vetoed funding for the Public Integrity Unit. It was Lehmberg's first public appearance since she served jail time for driving while intoxicated.

Lehmberg: Public Integrity Unit an 'unfunded mandate' since state funding veto

Updated 06/18/2013 07:16 PM

UT teaching hospital gets final approval

Austin

Seton Hospital and the University of Texas have final approval for the new, $295 million dollar teaching hospital that will replace University Medical Center Brackenridge. As YNN's Dan Robertson shows us, the goal is not just to build new buildings, but to redesign the entire local health care system.

UT teaching hospital gets final approval

06/18/2013 04:28 PM

3 Electric Utility Commission members resign

Austin

Three members of the city's electric utility commission have resigned. All three advocated for an independent governing board which has more decision making power than the current commission. The council members who appointed them must now find replacements for the commission.

3 Electric Utility Commission members resign

06/18/2013 04:42 PM

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