Jaclyn Ramkissoon

Austin

Digital Content Producer at KXAN-TV (Austin, TX)

Digital Content Producer at KBVO-TV (Austin, TX)

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Brad Pitt surprises fans at F1 movie screening in Austin

1 week ago | kxan.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon

AUSTIN (KXAN) - Fans who got an advance screening of F1: The Movie in Austin had an even bigger surprise waiting for them Wednesday night. Actor Brad Pitt, who plays a retired Formula One driver who returns to the sport in the film, popped into the Bullock Museum's IMAX Theatre to say hello. The surprise appearance was caught on video and posted to Instagram. The theatre crowd yelled, "We love Brad Pitt!" as the celebrity sneakily walked down the steps behind them.
VIDEO: Brad Pitt surprises fans at F1 movie screening in Austin

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon

VIDEO: Brad Pitt surprises fans at F1 movie screening in AustinAUSTIN (KXAN) — Fans who got an advance screening of F1: The Movie in Austin had an even bigger surprise waiting for them Wednesday night. Actor Brad Pitt, who plays a retired Formula One driver who returns to the sport in the film, popped into the Bullock Museum’s IMAX Theatre to say hello. The surprise appearance was caught on video and posted to Instagram.
UT Austin expert talks Tesla robotaxi rollout and future of autonomous vehicles

2 weeks ago | kxan.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon |Avery Travis

AUSTIN (KXAN) - As social media posts circulate online showing one of Tesla's robotaxi vehicles driving on South Congress Avenue, autonomous vehicle experts are reacting to the growth of the technology in the city. Dr. Kara Kockelman, a professor at the University of Texas' Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering, joined KXAN News on Wednesday, just days ahead of the expected launch of Tesla's first commercial autonomous vehicle ride-hailing service.
How Austin Habitat for Humanity is pushing for more housing

2 weeks ago | kxan.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon

AUSTIN (KXAN) - June is National Homeownership Month, which focuses on efforts to make owning a home more attainable. Austin Habitat for Humanity has helped hundreds become homeowners and pushed for more affordable homes. KXAN Midday Anchors Will DuPree and Avery Travis sat down with CEO Michele Anderson to learn about the organization's recent efforts.
New program could give Austin's 1st responders more help during emergencies

2 weeks ago | kxan.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon |Abigail Jones

AUSTIN (KXAN) - When disaster strikes, first responders and their resources can become stretched thin. A new pilot program could help alleviate that pressure through community volunteer efforts. During a severe storm at the end of May, the Austin Fire Department responded to more than 700 emergency calls during the first hours of the severe weather. One person died and others were injured in a series of water rescues during those storms.
‘You’re the help until help arrives.’ Program trains volunteers in emergency response

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon

AUSTIN (KXAN) — When disaster strikes, first responders and their resources can become stretched thin. A new pilot program could help alleviate that pressure through community volunteer efforts. During a severe storm at the end of May, the Austin Fire Department responded to more than 700 emergency calls during the first hours of the severe weather. One person died and others were injured in a series of water rescues during those storms.
Man dies in northeast Austin crash on Sunday morning

2 weeks ago | kxan.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A 34-year-old man died in a crash early Sunday morning in northeast Austin, according to the Austin Police Department. Police identified the man as Isidro Montero Reyes. The crash happened at about 4:30 a.m. in the area of the northbound State Highway 130 to westbound Highway 290 ramp between exits 437B and 437A. Officers responded to the scene for a single-vehicle crash, APD said. Reyes, who was the driver, was pronounced dead at the scene.
APD: Man dies in northeast Austin crash on Sunday morning

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 34-year-old man died in a crash early Sunday morning in northeast Austin, according to the Austin Police Department. Police identified the man as Isidro Montero Reyes. The crash happened at about 4:30 a.m. in the area of the northbound State Highway 130 to westbound Highway 290 ramp between exits 437B and 437A. Officers responded to the scene for a single-vehicle crash, APD said. Reyes, who was the driver, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Death on UT campus not suspicious, police say

2 weeks ago | kxan.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A person was found dead on the University of Texas at Austin campus Monday afternoon, according to first responders. Police said the death is not suspicious. At about 12:49 p.m., the University of Texas Police Department said it got a call about a possible deceased person near 21st Street and San Jacinto Boulevard. That area is across from Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium.
Death on UT campus not suspicious, police say

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jaclyn Ramkissoon

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A person was found dead on the University of Texas at Austin campus Monday afternoon, according to first responders. Police said the death is not suspicious. At about 12:49 p.m., the University of Texas Police Department said it got a call about a possible deceased person near 21st Street and San Jacinto Boulevard. That area is across from Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium.