Brynne Herzfeld

1 week ago | kxan.com | Brynne Herzfeld

AUSTIN (KXAN)-The first full week of May marks Maternal Mental Health Week to raise awareness for the difficulties new and expecting mothers can experience. According to the Maternal Mental Health Alliance, at least one in five women experience perinatal mental illness. Postpartum depression (PPD) is the most widely-known condition. While its symptoms mirror those of clinical depression, PPD often revolves around the baby and motherhood in general.

1 week ago | kxan.com | Brynne Herzfeld

AUSTIN (KXAN)-Two Austin homeless encampments are now closed due to safety and flooding concerns. The City of Austin said 51 unhoused people voluntarily relocated from the Colorado River Wildlife Sanctuary and the Govalle Neighborhood Park to the Northbridge and Southbridge shelters. According to a release from the City of Austin's Homeless Strategy Office (HSO), the sanctuary was an area of concern because the growing encampment interfered with wildlife.

2 weeks ago | kxan.com | Brynne Herzfeld

TEXAS (KXAN)-As spring turns to summer, student athletes across Texas prepare for playoffs and finals in sports like baseball and softball-but any kind of physical activity carries the risk of injury. Younger athletes are more prone to ankle, knee, and shoulder injuries. "Having an awareness of your body, having awareness of your movement, really improves your responsiveness and your control for when those stresses come your way," Skaggs said.

2 weeks ago | kxan.com | Brynne Herzfeld

AUSTIN (KXAN) - After more than a decade of offering drinks and live music, the Skylark Lounge is closing its doors. Austinites Johny LaTouf and Mary LaTouf first opened the bar and music venue in East Austin back in 2013. Now that they are in their 60s, Johnny and Mary are ready to close this chapter of their lives, according to a release from the venue. The Skylark Lounge spotlighted older blues and soul musicians, who mentored the next generation of artists over the years.

1 month ago | kxan.com | Brynne Herzfeld

AUSTIN (KXAN)- Several Texas companies are going all-in on giveaways this year to celebrate anniversaries. The Texas grocery chain is holding its "Big Thanks Texas Giveaway," where customers can win a year of free groceries as they celebrate 120 years of business. Customers can enter the giveaway once per day at checkout using their "My H-E-B" app or the phone number connected to their account. They can also enter through the mail. A purchase is not required for entry. For 120 days, from Feb.