The Latest Breaking News from Austin

Inquiry into Texas AG office announced after Paxton calls for state speaker’s resignation

AUSTIN, Texas — A House ethics panel announced an investigation into Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s agency just hours after he called on the state House speaker to resign.

Tribune News Service · May 23, 2023

Texas AG Paxton calls for state speaker’s resignation, accusing him of being intoxicated

AUSTIN, Texas — In an explosive statement on Tuesday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton called for the resignation of House Speaker Dade Phelan, whom he accused of leading the chamber while drunk.

Tribune News Service · May 23, 2023

Texas likely to leave voter fraud program under bill headed to governor for final approval

AUSTIN — Texas is likely to leave a voter fraud protection program that has been beset by conspiracy theories under a bill headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk.

Tribune News Service · May 23, 2023

Texas bill would preserve UT-Austin’s admissions policies if U.S. Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action

State lawmakers passed legislation that would ensure the UT flagship can continue to cap the number of students it automatically admits because of their academic achievement at 75%, giving the university room to accept other students using different criteria.

The Texas Tribune · May 23, 2023

Man killed in Austin drive-by shooting

The man, 46, was leaving a home Monday evening when someone in a passing SUV fired shots.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 22, 2023

Texas Senate makes last-ditch effort to pass school choice by tying it to teacher raises

AUSTIN, Texas – Republicans are making a last-ditch attempt to pass a school voucher-like bill this session by tethering it to teacher pay raises.

Tribune News Service · May 22, 2023

After doctors left Dell Children’s adolescent clinic, Austin teens and their families are scrambling to find specialty care

The adolescent clinic treated eating disorders and menstrual complications. It also offered gender-affirming care — which is still legal for now but triggered an investigation by Attorney General Ken Paxton.

The Texas Tribune · May 22, 2023

Man accused of murder in 2020 arson death of pregnant woman in Austin home

Victor Terrell has been charged with first-degree murder, aggravated arson with a known person present and concealing death/moving a body, police said.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 21, 2023

Critics cry foul after they say ‘don’t say gay’ provision added to Texas education bill

AUSTIN, Texas — LGBTQ advocacy groups are blasting a Republican senator for adding what they call a “don’t say gay” provision banning the teaching of gender and sexuality onto existing bipartisan legislation.

Tribune News Service · May 20, 2023

Bill criminalizing ‘sexual conduct’ in front of a minor passes Texas Senate

AUSTIN — The Texas House on Friday approved legislation that would expand the ways Texans can be arrested for “sexual conduct” in front of a minor.

Tribune News Service · May 19, 2023