Elroy resident Don Haywood is working on starting up a nursery business on his 15-acre property in southeast Travis County. However, those efforts have been stymied by Formula One track developers who have filed a lawsuit against the former police officer, claiming his water line is trespassing on track property.
2/7/2012 - By: John A. Salazar
The incumbent is at the center of a prosecutorial misconduct case that is still under investigation, and the challenger has a public reprimand on her record. YNN's Political Reporter Alana Rocha takes a look at what voters can expect in the race for Williamson County District Attorney.
2/7/2012 - By: Alana Rocha
Austin Energy officials are asking the city council for more than $1 million to cover legal fees if the power company's planned rate hike is challenged by the Public Utility Commission. However, the actual scale of the hike in customer bills is still not solid.
2/7/2012 - By: Jeff Stensland
The City of Austin plans to install a push-button crosswalk light at South First Street and Thelma Drive. On Dec. 27 of last year, 17-year-old Joshua Milton and 16-year-old Melodie Hewitt were attempting to cross the intersection when they were struck by a pickup truck. They both died from their injuries.
2/7/2012 - By: Jess Mitchell
The Travis County Sheriff's office wants the public's help in solving the murder Thomas Baker. The 68-year-old was found dead off Old Highway 20 just east of Manor in April 2011.
2/7/2012 - By: YNN Staff
The City of Austin and Capital Metro are working on a deal that would extend MetroRail service to Friday and Saturday nights until midnight, between Downtown Austin and the Lakeline area.
2/7/2012 - By: YNN Staff
Governor Rick Perry is back in the public eye. He chose a Williamson County event Monday night to make his first official appearance since returning from the presidential campaign trail.
2/7/2012 - By: Alana Rocha
Rep. Ron Paul is seeing a bit of a bump in the polls, heading into tonight's primary contests. A new national Reuters/Ipsos poll puts Paul in second place with 21 percent.
2/7/2012 - By: Sarah Grady
Monday, State Attorney General Greg Abbott announced that the state and attorneys representing seven minority groups came to an agreement on new interim redistricting maps. Just hours later, though, the federal district court instructed the parties to keep negotiating.
2/6/2012 - By: Sarah Grady
Cavs remain unbeaten in district play
2/7/2012 - By: YNN Staff
Strong finish in College Station keeps UT's tourney hopes alive
2/7/2012 - By: YNN Staff
Conway joins Texas State's Football Staff as co-offensive coordinator
2/7/2012 - By: Texas State Athletic Dept.
Learn how to make Duck Egg Brushetta from ASTI’s executive chef in this edition of “Off the Plate.”
2/7/2012 - By: YNN Staff
Let off a little pressure with a functional marshmallow gun in this edition of “Science Break.”
2/7/2012 - By: Burton Fitzsimmons
While horses love to be outside, there are times when they need a little extra help keeping warm. In this edition of “Pet Pointers,” YNN’s Lisa Chelenza looks at helping your horse stay nice and cozy this winter.
2/7/2012 - By: Lisa Chelenza
Dad Labs is a weekly web show aimed to bring virtual support to new fathers. Take a look behind the show’s inventive methods to understanding motherhood in this edition of “Growing Up Texas.”
2/7/2012 - By: Jennifer Borget
While many robots are still developed for pure enjoyment, quite a few of them are getting useful. Learn more in this edition of Tech Beat.
2/6/2012 - By: Adam Balkin
Get Hollywood glam without leaving your home in this edition of "Smart Living."
2/6/2012 - By: YNN Staff
This recipe is for Mediterranean style oven roasted potatoes with garlic, olive oil and fresh rosemary. It calls for tossing the hot roasted potatoes with a handful of fresh spinach and a little lemon juice and then finishing with crumbled feta cheese and Kalamata olives!
2/6/2012 - By: Dan Eaton
Do you know what to say or do if your loved one gets a terminal illness?
Experts say there are four mistakes people make when it comes to dealing with death.
2/6/2012 - By: Ivanhoe Broadcast News
Meet Cindy Lou and Felicia in this edition of "Pet of the Week" and if you feel either would make a great addition to your home, adoption information is provided.
2/5/2012 - By: YNN Staff
In this edition of "Going Green," meet the local business owner who recently had the city's first solar-powered business sign installed on his building.
2/4/2012 - By: Mary Wasson
Learn more about what effects laptops could have on your health in this edition of "Healthy Living."
2/4/2012 - By: Marcie Fraser
Dan Eaton shows how to prepare this Mediterranean-influenced dish in this edition of "Cooking at Home."
2/4/2012 - By: Dan Eaton
ASTI Trattoria is a family-owned restaurant in Hyde Park with a relaxed atmosphere. Learn more about the Italian eatery in this edition of "Off the Plate."
1/31/2012 - By: YNN Staff
Learn how to make this wonderful winter breakfast.
1/30/2012 - By: Dan Eaton
This dessert goes perfectly with a cup of coffee. Learn how to prepare it in this edition of "Cooking at Home."
1/29/2012 - By: Dan Eaton
When you live in the live music capital of the world, noise is always an issue. Monday night, the Music Commission discussed ways to help solve Austin's high noise level.
2/7/2012 - By: Jess Mitchell
ABC Family series nears completion of 20 episode season, posting growing ratings each week.
2/6/2012 - By: Victor Diaz
Tatum and co-stars to premiere "21 Jump Street" as SXSW's Centerpiece film.
2/4/2012 - By: Victor Diaz
Tilda Swinton's award caliber performance carries the bleak drama surrounding a villainous child.
2/3/2012 - By: Victor Diaz
A new state law makes any theft of copper a state jail felony. Scrap dealers are also targets of the new legislation. The law makes it harder for them to purchase copper.
2/7/2012 - By: YNN Staff
The help you receive from dialing 911 could soon change. Austin-Travis County EMS wants to change staffing on its ambulances, but some have reservations about the proposed changes.
2/7/2012 - By: Jeff Stensland
Looking for a place to park for a night out downtown may be a nightmare, but businesses are struggling to find parking for their employees during the day. YNN's John Salazar spoke to a local business owner who says she has eight people ready to get to work, but no place for them to park.
2/7/2012 - By: John A. Salazar
You may think of February as a month to celebrate love, with Valentine's Day right around the corner, but it's also a month to love your teeth or at least your children’s teeth.
2/7/2012 - By: Bonnie Gonzalez
Austin's Public Safety Commission wants to launch an independent investigation into the unsolved yogurt shop murders of 1991.
2/7/2012 - By: Jeff Stensland
Educators are helping each other learn just how beneficial technology can be in the classroom. At the Texas Computer Education Association conference at the Austin Convention Center this week, teachers will learn how iPads can help streamline classroom learning, among other high-tech teaching tips.
2/6/2012 - By: Chris Cybulski
Austin Police say 27-year-old James McQuaig was found dead under the Mopac Expressway near Austin High School Sunday afternoon.
2/6/2012 - By: YNN Staff
The Super Bowl is over but the chatter continues. One of the most anticipated things, besides the game and halftime show, are the commercials. According to fans, a few commercials really stood out.
2/6/2012 - By: Bonnie Gonzalez
Coming out of high school, few people know about Stephen Johnson. Now armed with a dominating fastball, he's receiving some serious national attention.
2/6/2012 - By: Mike Berman