Kelsey Sanchez

3 days ago | kvue.com | Kelsey Sanchez

AUSTIN, Texas — For undocumented students that rely on the "Texas Dream Act," the news of its recent repeal has them left with uncertainty and fear over their futures. On Monday, Austin Community College (ACC) announced it is joining the legal battle to gain clarity over whether the law is constitutional. A spokesperson for the college said the Board of Trustees made the decision to file a motion, but as of Tuesday, it hasn't been filed.

4 days ago | kvue.com | Kelsey Sanchez

AUSTIN, Texas — The staff at Texas Humane Heroes in Leander have some heroes to call their own. After 15 years without air conditioning units, on Monday, staff at Austin Air Conditioning came in and installed three units at the animal shelter – for free. Chief Development Officer Jayne Whisnant said the reason the shelter has never had an HVAC system is because of the cost. Over the years, staff has relied on fans and water activities to keep the animals cool during heat waves.

1 week ago | kvue.com | Kelsey Sanchez

AUSTIN, Texas — Legal battles over immigration statutes are on the rise as the Trump administration ramps up its Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. This week, the Texas Civil Rights Project (TCPR) filed a writ of habeas corpus on behalf on a man who's been in ICE custody for more than a year at the Pearsall Detention Center near San Antonio.

1 week ago | kiiitv.com | Kelsey Sanchez

AUSTIN, Texas — A part of the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline geared toward helping LGBTQ+ youth will soon end. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) made the announcement this week after a leaked budget draft showed the federal government planned to cut funding for the specialized program. The "Press 3 option" when a person called the 988 suicide prevention lifeline was specifically catered to young LGBTQ+ people.

1 week ago | kvue.com | Kelsey Sanchez

AUSTIN, Texas — A part of the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline geared toward helping LGBTQ+ youth will soon end. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) made the announcement this week after a leaked budget draft showed the federal government planned to cut funding for the specialized program. The "Press 3 option" when a person called the 988 suicide prevention lifeline was specifically catered to young LGBTQ+ people.