The ATX Aggregator

11/06/2026

High school students across Austin and the state of Texas turned in their best standardized test performances in years, according to Spring 2026 STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) results released today by the Texas Education Agency.

Austin-Area Schools Post Strong Gains on Spring 2026 STAAR End-of-Course Exams High school students across Austin and the state of Texas turned in their best standardized test performances in years…

10/06/2026

Hays County, Texas, nestled in the fast-growing corridor between Austin and San Antonio, has become an unlikely flashpoint in one of the most consequential land-use battles in America: who gets the water — residents, ranchers, or the data centers powering the AI boom?

Explore Hays County's struggle over water rights amid booming data center developments, highlighting a serious water crisis and community response.

09/06/2026

While the high-drama Senate showdown between Ken Paxton and James Talarico dominates Texas political headlines, there’s another race worth watching closely: the governor’s contest between incumbent Greg Abbott and Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa. It may be a longer shot for Democrats, but the numbers are closer than many expected — and the dynamics are shifting.

Texas Governor’s Race 2026 Can Gina Hinojosa Break a 30-Year Drought? While the high-drama Senate showdown between Ken Paxton and James Talarico dominates Texas political headlines, there& #82…

08/06/2026

Adrian Rodriguez delivered a go-ahead two-run double off Oregon closer Devin Bell, giving No. 6 Texas the lead it would never relinquish in a 6-5 victory over No. 11 Oregon to claim the NCAA Austin Super Regional and punch the Longhorns’ ticket to Omaha.

Adrian Rodriguez's clutch performance leads No. 6 Texas to a thrilling 6-5 victory over No. 11 Oregon, sending them to the College World Series.

07/06/2026

Severe storms swept through Travis and Williamson counties Friday evening into early Saturday, dropping several inches of rain in a matter of hours and sending emergency responders scrambling to assist stranded residents as creeks and rivers overflowed.

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Severe storms lead to flash flooding in Travis and Williamson counties, with emergency teams rescuing residents and warnings in effect.

06/06/2026

A second case of the deadly New World screwworm parasite has been confirmed in a Texas calf, heightening fears of a broader outbreak that could impact the U.S. beef business.

A second New World screwworm case surfaces in Texas, endangering cattle and raising concerns for the U.S. beef industry. Stay informed!

05/06/2026

For the second straight year, Burnt Orange reigns supreme in Oklahoma City — and Austin has never been louder.

Celebrate Texas Longhorns Softball's incredible back-to-back NCAA Championship victory and relive their thrilling championship journey!

04/06/2026

558 positions, including teachers, librarians, school police and more across the Austin school district are on the chopping block.

Austin ISD revealed its budget plans to reduce a massive $181 million deficit.

03/06/2026

The nonpartisan organization Save Austin Now submitted 20,514 signed and validated petitions to Austin City Clerk Erika Brady, seeking to place a charter amendment on the November 2026 ballot that would require regular, outside performance audits of the entire City of Austin budget — a first in city history.

Austin Voters May Soon Decide on Mandatory City Budget Audits After six months of grassroots organizing, Save Austin Now PAC has delivered a significant milestone to Austin City Hall. The nonpartis…

02/06/2026

The Frog, The Scorpion, and The Senator

Texas politics just took a turn for the literary—and the deeply bitter. Following a stinging defeat in Tuesday’s Texas Senate Republican primary, outgoing Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) took to social media to share a message that has political observers buzzing.

Texas politics heats up as John Cornyn shares a cryptic fable after a loss in the Senate primary, hinting at Trump’s betrayal.