Abigail Velez

6 days ago | news4sanantonio.com | Abigail Velez

AUSTIN, Texas - An executive order from President Trump has put federal funding for PBS and NPR on the chopping block-and leaders at Austin PBS say it could jeopardize more than just television programming. Austin PBS, the station that created Austin City Limits and helped define the city as the "Live Music Capital of the World," is now facing a potential $2 million loss-about 10% of its annual budget.. "It's really devastating," said Luis Patiño, CEO of Austin PBS.

1 week ago | cbsaustin.com | Abigail Velez

With just weeks left in Texas' 89th legislative session, two bills advancing at the Capitol could have a lasting impact on police accountability and transparency in Austin. Both measures target oversight efforts put in place after high-profile police shootings in the city, and they're drawing sharp criticism from activists, while supporters say the bills are necessary to protect officers from unfair scrutiny.

2 weeks ago | cbsaustin.com | Abigail Velez

As Central Texas braces for another round of severe weather this week, Austin officials are sounding the alarm over the city's long-standing flood risks and the delays threatening critical mitigation projects. For decades, flash flooding has plagued several Austin neighborhoods, especially near Shoal Creek, South Lamar, and Onion Creek - areas notorious for flooding during heavy rain events. With more storms in the forecast this week, concerns are rising once again.

2 weeks ago | cbsaustin.com | Abigail Velez

A controversial bill that would require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every Texas public school classroom is moving through the final stages of the legislative process. On Tuesday, the Texas House Public Education Committee heard public testimony on Senate Bill 10, which would mandate that every classroom post the Ten Commandments in a specific size and format dictated by the state.

2 weeks ago | news4sanantonio.com | Abigail Velez

A controversial bill that would require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every Texas public school classroom is moving through the final stages of the legislative process. On Tuesday, the Texas House Public Education Committee heard public testimony on Senate Bill 10, which would mandate that every classroom post the Ten Commandments in a specific size and format dictated by the state.