With just hours to go before the end of the regular 83rd Texas Legislative Session, the Texas Senate passed the 2014-2015 budget bill. Meanwhile, their colleagues in the House delayed their vote on the same measure until Sunday.
5/25/2013 - By: Karina Kling
Travis County Sheriff's Deputies have arrested a 41-year-old man for murder of two Elgin residents found dead at their home on Friday. According to deputies the suspect is the son of one of the victims.
5/25/2013 - By: Sarah Weber
It may not be the weather some people wanted for Memorial Day weekend, but for others the rain was enough to put a smile on their faces. YNN’s Bonnie Gonzalez introduced us to some families who didn't let a few drops from the sky ruin their day.
5/25/2013 - By: Bonnie Gonzalez
San Antonio firefighters have pulled people from submerged cars and rescued passengers whose bus was swept away in flood waters from torrential rains.
5/25/2013 - By: Associated Press
The rain did not stop protesters from marching to the Capitol on Saturday. Hundreds walked along Congress Avenue to support organic farmers and oppose what they call the "Monsanto Protection Act."
5/25/2013 - By: YNN Staff
Out in the Garden: Today on “Out in the Garden,” we take a look at some summer annuals you can use to brighten up your garden.
5/25/2013 - By: Donna Friedenreich
The U.S. Census Bureau announced this week that the city of San Marcos is the fastest growing large city in the country. Now officially topping 50,000 people, the city expects to see that trend continue.YNN's Hays County Bureau Chief Russell Wilde shows us what's fueling the growth.
5/25/2013 - By: Russell Wilde
App Wrap: If you own a fitness band for tracking physical activity, your investment just got a bit more valuable, especially if your band of choice is either a Nike FuelBand or Jawbone UP.
5/25/2013 - By: Adam Balkin
Plans to improve Auditorium Shores have more than a dozen events looking for new homes. YNN's City Reporter, Jeff Stensland, explains why Camp Mabry is now on the short list of potential event sites.
5/24/2013 - By: Jeff Stensland
Today's Pet Of The Week is a poster kitten for why it's so important to spay and neuter your pets. Honey is a sweet kitten who needs a loving home.
5/24/2013 - By: Rich Segal
In Friday's episode: top lawmakers are strongly hinting that a special session will happen; the House sends a key part of the budget puzzle to be worked out in conference committee; and Sen. Leticia Van de Putte talks about where efforts to change testing and graduation requirements stand.
5/24/2013 - By: Capital Tonight Staff
Detectives already have a person of interest in what the Travis County Sheriff's Office is calling a double homicide in Northeast Travis County.
5/24/2013 - By: YNN Staff
A Travis County grand jury has chosen not to indict an Austin police officer who shot a man during a 2012 standoff. The suspect survived and is serving seven years probation for aggravated assault on a peace officer.
5/24/2013 - By: YNN Staff
Memorial Day weekend is the kick off to the summer and one of the busiest lake days in Central Texas, but the ongoing drought has closed all the public boat ramps on Lakes Travis and drastically changed the lay of the lake. Local law enforcement still expects boats to fill the water and will be on watch to keep them safe.
5/24/2013 - By: Chris Cybulski
A man once on his death bed is alive and well after receiving a transplanted heart 25 years ago. The 81-year-old’s name is Twain Schieffer, and our own Bonnie Gonzalez introduces us to him as he celebrates his 25th "re-birthday."
5/24/2013 - By: Bonnie Gonzalez
Friday marked the anniversary of the devastating Memorial Day Flood. YNN's Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons sat down with Todd Boatwright to talk about what happened that night.
5/24/2013 - By: YNN Staff
Victims of the costliest wildfire in Texas history are about to get some rainy day relief, this time from state legislators. YNN's John Salazar spoke to elected officials to find out how much money they're setting aside and the specific relief it will bring.
5/24/2013 - By: John A. Salazar
Since the deadly Memorial Day floods killed 13 in Austin 32 years ago, the city has spent about $200 million dollars improving drainage along Shoal Creek. Decades later, some of the work to prevent another tragedy is still underway. YNN's Dan Robertson shows us how the city is replacing aging pipes and improving drainage in one flood prone neighborhood.
5/24/2013 - By: Dan Robertson
It’s a wet start to the Memorial Day weekend—there’s a flash flood warning effect until 6:30 p.m. for western Caldwell, Hays and Travis counties. There will be a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, dropping to a 30 percent chance of mainly light rain overnight.
5/24/2013 - By: YNN Staff
The victim of an attack in San Marcos late last month has died, according to a spokesperson with the Hays County Sheriff's Office. Authorities in San Marcos may upgrade existing charges against the man they suspect robbed her to murder.
5/24/2013 - By: YNN Staff
Active Now -- It’s summer, which means it’s time to hit the water. YNN’s Jess Mitchell gave wakeboarding a go to gear up for a season of fun in the sun.
5/24/2013 - By: YNN Staff
Cinema Spotlight -- Whether you've seen all the "Fast & Furious" films or none at all, the sixth edition is as good a place as any to start.
5/24/2013 - By: Victor Diaz
Business Now -- Phones on Austin’s Pizza are back online after the restaurant suffered a billing issue with AT&T. The dilemma caused the pizza joint’s lines to be disconnected, stopping sales in their spot.
5/24/2013 - By: YNN Staff
Fashionably Yours -- Designer Ross Bennett’s newest line will be released at the end of August and will be available exclusively at Estilo, a clothing boutique along Second Street.
5/24/2013 - By: Anne Hudson
Backstage Pass-- YNN’s Andy Langer takes a look at some of the Texas artists with high profile albums so far this year.
5/24/2013 - By: YNN Staff
Healthy Living -- Falling is a significant danger to the world's aging population, but a new device can help patients keep their balance late into life. Marcie Fraser explains.
5/24/2013 - By: Marcie Fraser
The father of 30-year-old Courtney Griffin, who was fatally struck by a BMW driven by Gabrielle Nestande in May 2011, filed a lawsuit late Thursday against both Nestande and Clive Bar on Rainey Street, where the former legislative aide was drinking before she got behind the wheel. Courtney’s mother, Laurie Griffin, filed a lawsuit seeking $1 million from Nestande and Clive Bar in March. Nestande, a California native, is currently serving 180 days in jail as part of her 10-year probated sentence for criminally negligent homicide.
5/24/2013 - By: Anne Szilagyi
Richard Linklater, Austin director behind the cult classic “Slacker,” is appealing a lawsuit he lost against his insurance company regarding property damage he suffered in the 2011 Bastrop wildfires. Linklater says he lost his film company’s entire archive in the mega blaze. The appeal comes at the same time his latest film, “Before Midnight,” debuts.
5/24/2013 - By: Victor Diaz
Focus on Faith, Part Three: In this part of our series on faith, we take a look at a Protestant churches, and how their message of God’s love for all has kept up with changing social issues.
3/26/2013 - By: Dan Robertson
Focus on Faith, Part Two: In this part of our series on faith, we take a look at a small but vibrant community of students staying true to their Jewish roots on the University of Texas campus.
3/25/2013 - By: Jess Mitchell
Flooding poses one of the greatest weather-related threats to Austin and its surrounding area. Learn more about how flooding happens and what to do in case of an emergency in this "Storm Week" special.
2/19/2012 - By: Rich Segal