18-year old arrested in stabbing of 14-year-old Associated Press - May 11, 2008 6:05 PM ET HARLINGEN, Texas (AP) - Police say more arrests could be made in the stabbing death of a 14-year-old boy last week.

Two city council candidates prepare for runoff Front-runner Laura Morrison got the most votes, but not the majority, so now she'll face Cid Galindo in a runoff election June 14 for an Austin City Council seat.

Mental health workers criticize state's care of sect children Associated Press - May 11, 2008 4:25 PM ET SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Some mental health workers are criticizing Child Protective Services, saying the state's decision to seek custody of children...

Voters Approve Visitor Tax Extensions Bexar County voters overwhelmingly approved three of the four propositions to extend the visitor's tax, with a closer vote approving the enhancements to the Freeman Coliseum and AT&T Center. More Details

Parker vs. Paul Is Matchup To Watch Tony Parker and Chris Paul matched each other almost point-for-point, assist-for-assist in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals and figure to do so again in Game 4 on Sunday when the Spurs try to even things up with the Hornets.

Hutto election results see some familiar faces Two incumbents and one newcomer will join the Hutto City Council and the take on the issues that affect the community.

Ladies Without Limits: Finding inspiration at home With less than a month to go before the Danskin Triathlon, one triathlete looks to her 9-year-old daughter for inspiration.

Jewish community celebrates Israel turning 60 The Jewish Community Association of Austin celebrates Israel's 60th anniversary Sunday with live music, a petting zoo, camels and more.

The price of stamps to increase on May 12 The price for a one-ounce First-Class stamp will increase from 41 to 42 cents on May 12.

2 city council candidates prepare for runoff Front-runner Laura Morrison got the most votes, but not the majority, so now she'll face Cid Galindo in a runoff election June 14 for an Austin City Council seat.

City approves $344 million AISD bond package Voters green light three proposals to benefit the Austin Independent School District, primarily to address overcrowding.

Rangers' place Millwood on 15-day DL Associated Press - May 11, 2008 2:55 PM ET ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Rangers placed right-handed pitcher Kevin Millwood on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right groin today before...

Van swerves on I-35 before flying off bridge At approximately 11:55am on this Mother's Day Sunday, a white van flew off the elevated north bound lanes on I-35.

The Compact is calling on Austinites to help those affected by devestating fire Texas Campus Compact (The Compact) calls on the Austin community for support after finding that one of their members, Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU), is suffering from the grave effects of a four-alarm fire that occurred last Tuesday evening.

VCU fashion students design abayas Associated Press - May 11, 2008 1:15 PM ET RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The abaya is the head-to-toe women's overgarment common to Muslim cultures.

Woman charged in newborn's death Associated Press - May 11, 2008 1:35 PM ET SAN ANTONIO (AP) - A woman charged with killing her newborn and then hiding the baby's body in a San Antonio halfway house dryer had a history of...

San Marcos set to repair roads on Monday The City of San Marcos Public Works street crews will begin minor reconstruction of east Aquarena Springs Drive from I-35 to the 1900 block on Monday, May 12.

Shipbreakers paying for shot at government ships Associated Press - May 11, 2008 12:15 PM ET BROWNSVILLE, Texas (AP) - The air tastes like pennies at the gritty port of Brownsville at the southern tip of Texas.

Family Of 5 Found Dead At Northeast Houston Home A family of five is found dead at a northeast Houston home, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Hutto election numbers too close to call In Hutto, Kenneth Love leads Steven Salfelder in the race for mayor.

Incumbent keeps his seat on Austin Council Almost 70 percent of voters cast a ballot for Lee Leffingwell in Place 1.

Buda citizens elect new mayor For the first time since voters passed their home rule charter, Buda has elected a new mayor.

Sampson pitches Astros to 5-0 win over Dodgers Associated Press - May 11, 2008 1:15 AM ET LOS ANGELES (AP) - Chris Sampson pitched three-hit ball over seven innings, Darin Erstad and Miguel Tejada each drove in two runs and the Houston...

Voters pass AISD bonds at the polls Voters said "yes" to $343.7 million in bonds for the Austin Independent School District in Saturday's election.

Masters survives challenge from councilman DICKINSON - A longtime councilman's bid for the mayor's seat fell short Saturday, as incumbent Julie Masters garnered 59.61 percent of the vote.

School bond passes by 58 votes HITCHCOCK - Residents in Hitchcock's school district approved Saturday a $39.98 million bond issue by only 58 votes.

Shults out as mayor LEAGUE CITY - Voters on Saturday ousted incumbent Mayor Jerry Shults, resulting in a run-off between his two opponents.

Shrimpers hanging up their nets Independent shrimpers are feeling the pinch of cheap imports and rising fuel costs.

Mission Tejas gives glimpse of past Mission Tejas park contains features that give a hint of what this East Texas country must have been like in the long, long ago.

Web directory to spotlight local businesses GALVESTON - The Galveston County Daily News today launches a beta test of a new online directory service, The Source.

Wilson will join city commission TEXAS CITY - J.W. "Scooter" Wilson Jr. will be the newest member of the Texas City Commission, and two incumbents were re-elected.

Tide turns against island incumbents GALVESTON - Voters rejected both incumbents who sought re-election Saturday, electing four new members to city council.

San Antonio voters overwhelmingly approve visitor tax Associated Press - May 11, 2008 12:35 AM ET Voters in San Antonio have given their stamp of approval to four proposals that will use visitor taxes to fund $415 million in civic improvement...

Desperados top Rampage, 65-54 Associated Press - May 10, 2008 11:35 PM ET DALLAS (AP) - Clint Dolezel threw eight touchdown passes to lift the Dallas Desperados to a 65-54 win over the Grand Rapids Rampage in the Arena...

Voters Approve Visitor's Tax Extensions Bexar County voters overwhelmingly approved three of the four propositions to extend the visitor's tax, with a closer vote approving the enhancements to the Freeman Coliseum and AT&T Center. More Details

3 AISD bond proposals get the green light Early numbers indicated voters approved three Austin ISD bond proposals.

Shade headed for the Place 3 council seat Austin City Council incumbent Jennifer Kim conceded her re-election bid for Place 3 to her opponent, Randi Shade.

Shade defeats Kim in Austin City Council Race The first voting tallies in Travis County show incumbent Austin City Council Member Jennifer Kim trailing challenger Randi Shade by an almost 2-to-1 margin.

Jenna Bush marries in low-key affair Jenna Bush's private wedding at dad's TX ranch was low-key affair

San Antonio voters overwhelmingly approving visitor tax Associated Press - May 10, 2008 10:25 PM ET Early returns tonight show that San Antonio voters were approving four proposals that would use visitor taxes to fund $415 million in civic...