Julianna Russ

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Julianna Russ

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Police arrested a man May 2 on charges related to possession of child pornography, according to an Austin arrest warrant affidavit. Travis County court records show 31-year-old Daniel Nathan Downing faces two felony charges: possession of child pornography with more than 500 visual depictions, and possession with intent to promote child pornography. KXAN has reached out to Downing’s attorney. This article will be updated if a statement is received.

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Julianna Russ

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Pflugerville ISD said it would offer open breakfast and lunches to children this summer. The summer meals program is available to any child under the age of 18. Registration is not required. “Summer is an exciting time for kids to enjoy playtime with friends, a week at camp, a family vacation, or time at the pool. However, for many children who receive free or reduced-price meals at school, summer can mean hunger.

1 week ago | kxan.com | Julianna Russ

AUSTIN (KXAN) - The Austin City Limits music festival (ACL) contributes more to the city than just live music. The festival rakes in money that is later used to improve areas in the city, such as its parks. According to a report from the firm Angelou Economics, 2024's ACL brought in almost $535 million to the Austin economy, and since the festival started in 2002, it has made more than $4.1 billion for the city.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Julianna Russ

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin City Limits music festival (ACL) contributes more to the city than just live music. The festival rakes in money that is later used to improve areas in the city, such as its parks. According to a report from the firm Angelou Economics, 2024’s ACL brought in almost $535 million to the Austin economy, and since the festival started in 2002, it has made more than $4.1 billion for the city.

1 week ago | kxan.com | Julianna Russ

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A jury found a former University of Texas professor guilty to charges of possession of child pornography on May 1. According to the Williamson County District Attorney's Office, Mario Villarreal, 54, of Round Rock, was sentenced to serve 12 years in prison. He was also fined $10,000. The DA's office said the sentence was related to five cases. Investigators executed a search warrant at Villarreal's home in 2020.