Jahmal Kennedy

1 day ago | cbsaustin.com | Jahmal Kennedy

A group led by VOCAL-TX gathered outside Texas U.S. Senator John Cornyn's Austin office, urging him to reconsider his support for President Donald Trump's proposed legislation, known as the "Big Beautiful Bill." The protesters voiced concerns over potential cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Chants of "Hey hey, ho ho, Senator Cornyn's got to go" echoed through the streets as JJ Ramirez, the lead organizer, emphasized the importance of these programs.

2 days ago | cbsaustin.com | Jahmal Kennedy

Austin Independent School District (AISD) is grappling with a budget deficit as it prepares for the upcoming school year. Superintendent Matias Segura said the district will need to tighten its financial belt due to the impact of increased homestead exemptions. The district plans to propose a $19.7 million deficit with a 15% fund balance to the Board of Trustees as they consider the budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

4 days ago | cbsaustin.com | Jahmal Kennedy

Amanda Zurawski and Kaitlyn Kash, prominent advocates for women's reproductive rights in Texas, traveled to Washington, D.C., to mark three years since the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, which overturned Roe v. Wade. The pair shared their personal experiences of how restricted access to abortion in Texas nearly cost them their lives.

4 days ago | news4sanantonio.com | Jahmal Kennedy

Amanda Zurawski and Kaitlyn Kash, prominent advocates for women's reproductive rights in Texas, traveled to Washington, D.C., to mark three years since the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, which overturned Roe v. Wade. The pair shared their personal experiences of how restricted access to abortion in Texas nearly cost them their lives.

5 days ago | cbsaustin.com | Jahmal Kennedy

Manor Senior High School alumni Tahj Brooks and Prince Umanmielen returned home to a Mustang welcome after being drafted into the National Football League. Brooks was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals, while Umanmielen was picked by the Carolina Panthers. The community gathered to celebrate the achievements of the two former Mustangs, who have become role models for local youth.