John Suayan News
'We want to take care of you': San Marcos school board approves 3% pay increase for teachers, nurses
By John Suayan | May 17, 2023
Teachers and nurses in a Hill Country public school district will soon see increases in their paychecks.
Spurs owner Holt on securing No. 1 pick: 'It's going to be through the moon'
By John Suayan | May 17, 2023
The San Antonio Spurs emerged as the winner of the Victor Wembanyama Sweepstakes on Tuesday, or at least having a better chance than a dozen or so teams at landing the 19-year-old French phenomenon.
Daughter of late UT men's basketball legend Blanks: 'All we need to do is remember him, honor him, celebrate him'
By John Suayan | May 15, 2023
Lance Blanks, a former University of Texas (UT) Longhorns men’s basketball player who went on to become a National Basketball Association (NBA) player and executive and Longhorn Network (LHN) analyst, died on May 3 at the age of 56, Austin ABC affiliate KVUE reported.
Chacon praises DPS for lending APD a hand in 'keeping our community safe' following partnership pause
By John Suayan | May 15, 2023
The end of Title 42 on Friday led to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) ceasing its partnership with the Austin Police Department (APD), according to reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Hutto superintendent Estrada Thomas on passage of $522 million bond: Voters acknowledged 'immediate and near-term need for these projects'
By John Suayan | May 12, 2023
Voters approved the Hutto Independent School District’s (HISD) $522 million bond package on May 6, according to a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
'After three long years, we're finally getting justice for Garrett': Army sergeant who fatally shot BLM protester sentenced to 25 years
By John Suayan | May 10, 2023
A Travis County court sentenced an Army sergeant who fatally shot a Black Lives Matter (BLM) protester in Austin nearly three years ago to 25 years’ imprisonment on Wednesday, per an Associated Press (AP) article that was run by Austin CBS affiliate KEYE.
Army lieutenant general Bernabe: 'We are proud to be renaming Fort Hood as Fort Cavazos in recognition of an outstanding American hero'
By John Suayan | May 10, 2023
A large Army base in Central Texas is now known by a new name.
King on committee approval of House Bill 2744: 'An extremely emotional and moral victory for my constituents and the Uvalde families'
By John Suayan | May 9, 2023
In a seemingly unexpected move, a Texas House of Representatives committee advanced a bill on Monday that would raise the legal age to purchase semi-automatic rifles.
Texas GOP chair Rinaldi on Slaton resignation: 'The House has entered a new era of accountability'
By John Suayan | May 8, 2023
State Rep. Bryan Slaton (R-Royse City) announced his resignation from the Texas House of Representatives on Monday before lawmakers were slated to vote on his expulsion for an alleged inappropriate relationship with an aide, according to a report from The Texas Tribune.
Abbott on North Texas mall shooting: 'Our hearts are with the people of Allen'
By John Suayan | May 8, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott said on Saturday that the fatal mass shooting at Allen Premium Outlets was “an unspeakable tragedy,” per a press release issued by the Office of the Texas Governor.
Austin educator on proposed 7% wage hike: 'This is historic; we’ve never had a pay raise of this significance ever'
By John Suayan | May 4, 2023
The Austin Independent School District (AISD) and labor union Education Austin reached a possible agreement on April 27, according to a report from Austin CBS affiliate KEYE.
Cornyn on San Jacinto County mass shooting: 'How much pain and suffering will our country have to endure before the Biden administration takes this seriously?'
By John Suayan | May 2, 2023
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) said on Monday that illegal immigration is to blame for Friday’s mass shooting in Cleveland that claimed the lives of five people, Spectrum News reported.
UT president Hartzell: Latest U.S. News rankings highlight 'our continued pursuit of excellence in graduate education'
By John Suayan | May 2, 2023
The latest edition of “Best Graduate Schools” from U.S. News & World Report includes the University of Texas at Austin (UT), which is represented on the prestigious list by a total of 53 graduate schools and specialty programs, per a university-issued press release.
Former UT linebacker Overshown on being Cowboys' third-round pick: 'It's a feeling that I'll never forget'
By John Suayan | May 1, 2023
DeMarvion Overshown is staying home to begin his National Football League (NFL) career.
Ex-Longhorn Robinson on selection by Falcons: 'Like I said, God had it written all along!'
By John Suayan | May 1, 2023
Former University of Texas (UT) Longhorns running back Bijan Robinson didn’t wait long to hear National Football League (NFL) Commissioner Roger Goodell call his name at the annual draft on Thursday.
Revised Wilson Tower plans 'more appropriate to provide an activated ground floor while remaining feasible in today’s environment'
By John Suayan | Apr 26, 2023
A proposed skyscraper in Downtown Austin that developers initially touted will earn the distinction as the tallest in the state upon completion is now slated to rise with lesser stories, Austin-based media outlets reported.
Disu on return to UT for fifth, final season: 'The show goes on'
By John Suayan | Apr 24, 2023
The University of Texas (UT) Longhorns men’s basketball team will get one more season from one of its postseason heroes in senior forward and Pflugerville native Dylan Disu.
UT psychology professor on retraction of claim about 'wealthy white men': 'The quiz had grown too stale to use'
By John Suayan | Apr 20, 2023
A psychology professor at the University of Texas at Austin (UT) has reportedly retracted her claim that “wealthy white men” are quicker to resort to violence and fail to exhibit empathy.
AUS on participation in program to assist people living with non-visible disabilities: 'It’s our responsibility to provide services that support every passenger'
By John Suayan | Apr 19, 2023
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) recently began its participation in a program to help enhance the travel experience for people with non-visible disabilities, per a report from Spectrum News.
Houston-area cheer squad on members shot near Austin: 'Please keep these girls in your thoughts and prayers'
By John Suayan | Apr 19, 2023
A Houston-area cheerleading program has appealed for prayers after a few of its members were shot in suburban Austin on Monday.