John Suayan News
Austin home to one of two all-women-owned boxing gyms in U.S.: 'This place definitely gives me confidence'
By John Suayan | Nov 17, 2022
The City of Austin is usually feted as one of the best live music scenes in the U.S., but a few know that it’s also home to one of the only two all-women-run boxing gyms in the country in Austin Women’s Boxing Club, per a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
Wilson Capital founder: 'We are passionate about making a meaningful contribution to the city we call home'
By John Suayan | Nov 15, 2022
Local real estate development firm Wilson Capital revealed its plans on Monday to build what it asserts will be the tallest building in Austin and the state, per a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Coloradan-turned-Austinite among victims of Dallas airshow collision: 'A big people person'
By John Suayan | Nov 15, 2022
An Austin man was among the six killed in a mid-air collision during an air show in Dallas on Saturday, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
AISD bestows veterans belated diplomas: 'I always wanted to do that, and it kind of choked me up'
By John Suayan | Nov 14, 2022
Some Austin-area veterans are now high school graduates years after they went to the frontline instead of the stage.
Teen winner of Hays County district clerk's race: 'I believe I am ready to take on this office'
By John Suayan | Nov 14, 2022
Most 19-year-olds are navigating their sophomore years in college or working to save up for an apartment, but Avrey Anderson isn’t like his peers.
Patrick wins rematch with Collier: 'The other side does not line up with the values of West Texas, Central Texas and rural Texas'
By John Suayan | Nov 9, 2022
Incumbent Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick emerged the victor on Tuesday of the rematch between him and Democratic challenger Mike Collier.
Abbott on reelection to third term: 'Texans sent a very resounding message'
By John Suayan | Nov 9, 2022
Incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Abbott easily secured reelection on Tuesday by amassing 55% of the vote to defeat Democratic challenger Beto O’Rourke.
Alexander on breaking AISD career rushing record: 'It just feels so good to do this'
By John Suayan | Nov 8, 2022
The Austin Independent School District’s (AISD) all-time career rushing record now has a new owner in Lyndon Baines Johnson Early College High School’s (LBJ) Sedrick Alexander, Austin NBC affiliate KXAN reported.
Austinite on joining U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard: 'To me, serving in the Navy means to serve and put other people before myself'
By John Suayan | Nov 8, 2022
Austinite Curtis Johnson enlisted in the Navy following his graduation from Lyndon Baines Johnson Early College High School (LBJ).
Another tragedy for family of late Fort Hood soldier: 'To me, it's as if the whole Vanessa story is happening again'
By John Suayan | Nov 7, 2022
The Austin-area teen cousin of a female soldier who was murdered at Fort Hood more than two years ago has died, according to reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Peña on World Series title for Astros: 'This is all we dream about'
By John Suayan | Nov 7, 2022
The question as to whether the Houston Astros are a dynasty was answered on Saturday when they defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 6 of the World Series for Major League Baseball’s (MLB) top prize.
Architecture firm proposes Congress Avenue residential tower: 'Having a structure that is new while including the old is special'
By John Suayan | Nov 4, 2022
If it receives the blessing of the Historic Landmark Commission (HLC), Austin-based architecture firm Clayton Korte will proceed with its plans to build new residential units and retail space on one of the state capital’s busiest thoroughfares, according to Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Meta on reducing office footprint in Austin: 'We are currently evaluating our real estate portfolio globally'
By John Suayan | Nov 4, 2022
The parent company of the world’s largest and most popular social media network said on Thursday that it won’t go forward with taking up residency in Austin’s newest skyscraper that’s currently under construction, Austin-based media outlets reported.
ACC criminal justice adjunct professor: 'When you’re talking to a computer screen, it’s harder to have those candid conversations'
By John Suayan | Nov 3, 2022
Austin Community College (ACC) said that it’s not seeing ample enrollment in its criminal justice program, Austin NBC affiliate KXAN reported.
Baker on World Series combined no-hitter: 'We had a fresh bullpen, our guys are throwing well down there'
By John Suayan | Nov 3, 2022
The Houston Astros responded to their nightmarish World Series Game 3 loss on the road on Tuesday by relying on what has been their biggest strength all year long – pitching.
Reyna of Austin FC on Champions League berth: 'A goal since we started competing two years ago'
By John Suayan | Nov 1, 2022
Austin FC’s playoff run may have ended in a 3-0 loss to LAFC in the Western Conference Finals on Sunday, but the second-year franchise continues to add to what’s become a memorable campaign.
St. Edward's professor: 'There aren’t a lot of other exciting races in the state'
By John Suayan | Nov 1, 2022
Approximately 19% of Travis County’s registered voters went to the polls in the first week of early voting for the 2022 midterms, per reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Cruz to 'The View' on legitimacy of 2020 WH race: 'You don’t do it to Hillary Clinton'
By John Suayan | Oct 26, 2022
Texas’ junior U.S. senator appeared on a nationally televised talk show on Monday, maintaining that President Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 general election is illegitimate, a Texas Tribune report said.
CapMetro head on pre-COVID-19 ridership mark for September: 'We look forward to getting everybody back on board'
By John Suayan | Oct 25, 2022
The City of Austin’s public transportation agency said on Tuesday that more than two million customers boarded its buses and commuter rail system last month, Austin-based NBC station KXAN reported.
Paxton on formation of 2022 General Election Integrity Team: 'The foundation of our constitutional republic is a secure and transparent ballot'
By John Suayan | Oct 25, 2022
Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton announced the creation of a body to ensure election integrity throughout the State of Texas on Monday, according to a press release issued by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).