John Suayan News
Abbott: 'Because of President Biden's open border policies, deadly fentanyl is flooding America'
By John Suayan | Jul 15, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott visited the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Region II Headquarters on Thursday where he discussed the state’s efforts to address the fentanyl crisis, per a press release issued by the governor’s office.
Texas women's hoops lands former BYU guard Gonzales: 'Help us welcome Shaylee to the Forty Acres!'
By John Suayan | Jul 14, 2022
The University of Texas (UT) Longhorns women’s basketball team has strengthened its backcourt by signing former Brigham Young University (BYU) guard Shaylee Gonzales, according to a program-issued press release.
Miller on plan for armed guards in school cafeterias: 'Safety in those cafeterias, always on my mind'
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2022
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has suggested that armed guards patrol school cafeterias statewide, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Watson on ABoR endorsement: 'This is crucial and I’m looking forward to working together'
By John Suayan | Jul 13, 2022
Austin mayoral candidate Kirk Watson secured a campaign endorsement from a realtor trade organization in the state capital on Tuesday.
Hispanic journalist group to first lady: 'Do not reduce us to stereotypes'
By John Suayan | Jul 12, 2022
First Lady Jill Biden’s attempt to describe the Latino population of San Antonio during a speech to the largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization on Monday garnered backlash, prompting her to issue an apology, per an Associated Press (AP) report that was ran by San Antonio ABC affiliate KSAT.
Residents, businesses requested to voluntarily conserve power: 'ERCOT continues to use all tools available to manage the grid effectively and reliably'
By John Suayan | Jul 11, 2022
The entity that oversees the State of Texas’s energy grid has issued a conservation appeal to residents and businesses, per a news release.
Roby on acquisition by Spurs: 'Let's get to work'
By John Suayan | Jul 8, 2022
The San Antonio Spurs claimed small forward Isaiah Roby off waivers on Tuesday, to which the former Nebraska Cornhusker says is a dream come true, per a report from San Antonio CBS affiliate KENS.
Doggett on additional $15 million for AUS: 'These infrastructure funds will help in expanding our airport'
By John Suayan | Jul 7, 2022
An additional $15 million in federal funding has been earmarked for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), Austin NBC affiliate KXAN reported.
Verde signs Ecuadorian winger Corozo: 'We’re delighted to welcome Washington to Austin'
By John Suayan | Jul 6, 2022
Austin FC signed Ecuadorian winger Washington Corozo on a six-month loan on Wednesday, according to a franchise-issued press release and Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Gravell on Williamson County officer pay increase: 'The best compensation in the region'
By John Suayan | Jul 6, 2022
The Williamson County Commissioners Court voted to give law enforcement officers a pay increase of 5% on Tuesday, June 28, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Armstrong in custody at Travis County Jail: 'That physical appearance changed slightly'
By John Suayan | Jul 5, 2022
Kaitlin Marie Armstrong, the Austin woman accused of murdering professional cycling star Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson, returned to the state capital on Tuesday and is now in custody at the Travis County Jail, authorities told Austin-based media outlets.
Attorneys on return of murder suspect to Texas: 'We ask for respect for the privacy of Kaitlin’s family'
By John Suayan | Jul 5, 2022
The woman who was the subject of a manhunt after she allegedly fled the U.S. in an attempt to evade arrest in the death of a young cycling star returned to the country on Saturday, Austin NBC affiliate KXAN reported.
Shuford on monkeypox spread in state: 'It’s not surprising to see the virus spread in Texas'
By John Suayan | Jun 30, 2022
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported that dozens of monkeypox cases were confirmed within the state as of Thursday, according to Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Family of late cyclist on capture of murder suspect: 'We’re relieved to know this phase of uncertainty is now behind us'
By John Suayan | Jun 30, 2022
The suspect in the death of a young cycling star who allegedly evaded arrest for more than a month was captured in Costa Rica on Wednesday, authorities said in reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Longhorns star infielder collects another accolade: 'Ivan Melendez put together a season to remember for baseball fans'
By John Suayan | Jun 29, 2022
The awards just keep coming for University of Texas (UT) Longhorns first baseman Ivan Melendez.
CapMetro names first police chief: 'We are so pleased to have Mr. Robins on board'
By John Suayan | Jun 29, 2022
The City of Austin’s public transportation agency named Eric Robins as its inaugural police chief on Tuesday, Austin-based media outlets reported.
Paxton on letter to Garland: 'It's the federal government’s job to protect the American people against violent acts, threats and persecution'
By John Suayan | Jun 28, 2022
Texas Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton joined a group of state attorneys general on Monday in asking U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland to look into threats and attacks made against pro-life groups and judges, according to a press release issued by his office.
Nirenberg on discovery of deceased migrants in truck: 'Tonight we’re dealing with a horrific human tragedy'
By John Suayan | Jun 28, 2022
Authorities said on Monday that 46 people were discovered dead inside of a semitruck outside of San Antonio, according to San Antonio CBS affiliate KENS and Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
Coody on first-ever pro golf win: 'It feels like a blur'
By John Suayan | Jun 27, 2022
Nearly a month ago, Pierceson Coody helped the University of Texas (UT) Longhorns men's golf team win the program's fourth overall national championship.
Cornyn reacts to Roe v. Wade overturn, clarifies tweet: 'Thank goodness some SCOTUS precedents are overruled'
By John Suayan | Jun 27, 2022
A tweet that U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) sent on Saturday in response to former President Barack Obama's regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade gave way to speculation that the longtime lawmaker is calling for the return of segregation, Austin NBC affiliate KXAN reported.